Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast: Recent Episodes
Wade Keller
30+ year veteran Hall of Fame pro wrestling journalist Wade Keller from Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter and PWTorch.com discusses the top stories of the week in pro wrestling with top-level guest cohosts and interviews pro wrestling's newsmakers each week. 640160
In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we first present PWTorch editor Wade Keller talking live with Matt Morgan about Summerslam, NXT Takeover, Ambrose on Stone Cold Podcast, Roman Reigns’s push, life after wrestling, and more, including a mix of live callers and email questions. This originally live streams on Aug. 18, 2016.
Then we jump back 35 years to an interview John Arezzi conducted with Jim Ross 35 years ago on the Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show. This includes a discussion of Ric Flair’s WCW contract expiring and joining the WWF, the just-completed WWF Summerslam event which headlined with Hulk Hogan & Ultimate Warrior vs. St. Slaughter & Gen. Adnan & Col. Mustafa plus Bret Hart vs. "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig in an unusually long match for the WWF at that time at 18 minutes. Ross had some harsh words by Ross on the style of wrestling presented, and more including live caller questions. There are also some new live calls at the start of the show.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 26, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net where they discussed with live callers Monday's Raw episode in-depth including holes in the booking that were exposed by two title matches and rushing C.M. Punk back, where they go at Summerslam, the WWE announcing situation with Jim Ross apparently back, state of WWE tag division, Dave Lagana's blog on C.M. Punk 2006-2007, Daniel Bryan's WM28 tease, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to 15 years ago this week (7-22-2011) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller interview with former WWE Creative Team member (2009-2010) John Piermarini. They discussed the C.M. Punk-John Cena match at Money in the Bank, Daniel Bryan's surprise Money in the Bank win including who in particular in power likely pushed for his win, the Triple H-Vince McMahon angle on Raw and where it might lead, and more including live calls on a variety of subjects including what changes Triple H make say, R-Truth's push, and much more. In the VIP Aftershow, must-listen insight into life after TV tapings and the how the writers, producers, and wrestlers do and don't intermingle, and whether the mood is different after good or bad PPVs and TVs. And finally, fascinating insight into the relationship former WWE booker Pat Patterson has with Raw's lead writer Brian Gewirtz and other WWE creative team members.
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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (8-10-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast discussed the upcoming debut of AEW Rampage (announce team overexposure risks, format ideas), C.M. Punk, Bray Wyatt, NXT cuts and the odd Vince McMahon treatment of NXT lately, Karrion Kross, Summerslam line-up, Drew McIntyre’s current situation, Bianca Belair’s upside as a centerpiece top star, Sasha Banks’s return, Charlotte’s improvements, John Cena’s return, Cody-Malikay Black angle, and some fun mailbag topics including which AEW wrestlers would Vince McMahon most covet.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast.AEW ALL IN EARLY PREVIEW
* A deep dive into AEW All In's top three title matches and Casino Gauntlet match with an assessment of the growth of Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega, progress with Willow Nightingale's work on promos, improvement lately with Mercedes Mone, and the framework and significance of Christian & Copeland vs. The Young Bucks
MAILBAG TOPICS
* Match lengths in WWE following a predictable and sometimes frustrating pattern
* Thoughts on WWE's Luchador Tournament and the pros and considerable cons to how they're featuring it so far and has the blending of WWE and AAA gone too far
* CM Punk and Kevin Owens are wasting their time talking about ancient history and old grudges when there's so much fresher material to work with from their time in WWE
* Did Bobby Lashley deserve the push Oba Femi is getting
* Does WWE taking the US Title off of Trick Williams so quickly hurt him or indicate they're losing faith in him
* Is Tony Khan's success as a booker indicative of how easy it to actually book or is TK especially qualified with his background as a passionate fan
* Should AEW cut back on the length of their so-called two-and-a-half hour Dynamites?
VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW (posted separately)
* Thoughts on Jason and Wade on the Minnesota Vikings prospects and breaking news on the starting quarterback being named
* Chad Gable over-the-head clap routine resembling the SKOL chant and a key part of Gable's background WWE is entirely skipping and how it could help him as he struggles to get a strong crowd reaction these days
* Big Cass's presentation so far
* What's intriguing about the Bron Breakker-Oba Femi situation but a key aspect that is being downplayed and how it could benefit the story
* Becky Lynch's return and the continuation of face-face bickering and conflict with Stephanie Vaquer
* Is WWE going to pay a bigger and bigger price if they stay on this course of booking their top acts lately
* Thoughts on WWE Unreal including Paul Levesque vetoing John Cena's idea to have boring, bad matches on purpose
* Other thoughts on this season of WWE Unreal and will there be another given the lack of top ten rankings on Netflix this season
* The Rock going into music now and whether it's something to mock or applaud?
* Closing thoughts on The Bloodline situation and the murky muddled interactions between all of the players
* It's time for WWE to go back to some of the fundamentals that make pro wrestling work rather than trying to produce "cinema" and ambiguous contradictory personalities bickering with bad finishes to key matches that seem more focused on "moments" and "merch" than pulling viewers into compelling stories and battles that they have a rooting interest in.
* Could Cody Rhodes go back to AEW? A compelling case for why he might want to and how it has a possibility of happenings
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 21, and 25, 2011.
On the July 21, 2011 episode, PWTorch Livecast, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Sean Radican discussed with live callers C.M. Punk crashing Comic-Con and starting a program with Triple H, what WWE is aiming for with the Punk angle off TV, potential directions for Summerslam, where Punk might show up next, current independent news, and much more.
Then on the July 25, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers expectations for Monday's WWE Raw and the Raw rating, how WWE could stretch out C.M. Punk's return (with ideas that lasted all of two hours), Bruce's TNA live event experience over the weekend, why WWE has Sheamus playing face right now, possibility of Orton playing heel on Smackdown, plus a Torch correspondent at Sunday's Smackdown house show calls in for additional perspective, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-9-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discussed the previous night’s Raw in detail including the Demon/Finn Balor teasers, Seth Rollins’ promo, the Randy Orton-Brock Lesnar segment, Mick Foley and Daniel Bryan, Enzo, and much more with live callers and email topics.
Also, a bonus podcast from that night with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks hosting the WWE Smackdown Post-Game Show discussing Week 3 of the New Era for Smackdown with live callers, plus Summerslam build-up, should there be Smackdown roster moves, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to 10 years ago this week (8-4-2011) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewing Bob Backlund and Iron Sheik live in front of a studio audience at the Dan Gable Wrestling Museum in Waterloo, Iowa on July 23, 2016. They discussed their transition from amateur to professional wrestling, their relationships with Vincent J. McMahon and Vincent K. McMahon, and much more.
In our second Interview Classic selection, we jump back ten years (7-30-2016) to PWTorch contributor Jim Valley's interview with Magnum T.A., plus live calls, nostalgia, more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 20, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed with live callers 1,001 different possible directions WWE could go on next week's Raw, plus how WWE could answer the big question of what do they do at Summerslam to top MITB's John Cena-CM Punk match, possible PPVs for a Hunter-Punk match, Edge's possible re-involvement in Christian's storyline, Goldberg coming to WWE and why it didn't work out, Punk's future, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they dove into the McNeill Mailbag for a look at tournament history, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from August 6 and 7, 2011.
On the Aug. 6, 2011 episode, PWTorch Livecast, host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed the fallout from Sunday night's Money in the Bank and the news of the day including Sin Cara's suspension and John Cena's apology to The Rock. Live callers bring up subjects ranging from whether C.M. Punk could show up in TNA to whether Daniel Bryan will end the MITB streak or the injuries on the PPV and much more.
Then on the Aug. 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net discussed with live callers the fall-out from Money in the Bank on Raw, how McMahon, Punk, Hunter, and Cena all fit into the picture, some early predictions on where the top angle on Raw could go with Hunter in power and McMahon perhaps taking a reduced role, Raw ratings and what it says about the impact of the angle, Sin Cara's WWE status following his suspension, Keller & Powell preview the big Smackdown taping following MITB they attended right after the Livecast, and much more.
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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (8-5-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin covered the following topics: Remembering Bobby Eaton… Bray Wyatt’s WWE departure and potential in AEW… Adam Cole in AEW and should he disrupt prior plans… Ric Flair’s WWE departure and value to AEW… AEW United Center sellout… Reviews of last two AEW Dynamite episodes including Nick Gage, Juventud Guerrera, Cody-Malakai angle… Review of Smackdown including Roman Reigns-Finn Balor, contract signing with Baron Corbin and John Cena… Review of NXT including Dexter Lumis vs. Johnny Gargano with romance with Indi Hartwell at stake… And more…
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist.CURRENT EVENTS TOPICS...
* A career assessment of Brock Lesnar on the day he formally announced his retirement
* A conversation about Dory Funk Jr. and his career and place in pro wrestling history
* The perfect storm for Chelsea Green as Interim Champion
* AEW's Continental Cup with a look at the participants, the format, and predictions and possibilities
* Thoughts on the returns of Kevin Owens, Randy Orton, Baron Corbin, and Big Cass
* The end of the FCW era and the last Jim Ross recruiting class
* WWE is undervaluing Ethan Page
* The p.r. battle to mitigate disappointment or having (weak) bragging points when it comes to AEW's attendance at All In compared to WWE's attendance at US Bank Stadium
* Thoughts on the New Japan G1 and the Five-Star Grand Prix tournaments
* An email on the Will Ospreay-Kenny Omega segment on Dynamite and also "Hangman" Adam Page now adding himself to the mix
* Is there a potential bright side to WrestleMania being in Saudi Arabia next year?
VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW
* An email from a listener making a case for Roman Reigns absolutely can become a booed heel in WWE, with Wade assessing whether Reigns could mean more as a heel the next three years than as a babyface
* The ridiculousness of the presentation of Roman Reigns from one segment to another over the course of Raw on Monday
* Was Monday's Raw main event a sign of Royce Keys being written off or is this a key chapter in the start of a big push?
* Thoughts on people (over)reacting to Roman Reigns speaking some truth about the dynamic with his Shield stablemates
* Wade provides insight on the differences in how Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Dean Ambrose approach their careers and frame their backstage reputations and approach very differently
* What did Guilia say online and could there be backlash from WWE management?
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 15, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller who was joined by former WWE creative team member (2009-2010) John Piermarini. They discussed the news of the week with live callers including Money in the Bank predictions, C.M. Punk-John Cena ratings analysis, Rock's role in WWE, and more. In the VIP Aftershow they go in-depth trying to break down what's going on with Rock and Cena in this war of words, plus Piermarini makes Summerslam predictions with a scoop on a special type of match and who might be involved from the roster.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-2-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They field live callers and dive into Raw analysis including Finn Balor’s push, Roman Reigns’s new look, Enzo-Chris Jericho, Rusev’s upside, squash matches, Smackdown, and more with live callers.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (7-28-2016) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with Jim Ross to discuss recent happenings in WWE including an evaluation of the roster split. He also addresses Jerry Lawler’s role being shifted from the main shows on color commentary to panel pre-shows. There are live callers throughout the show with a range of questions and topics dating back to his days announcing Mid-South Wrestling and Smoky Mountain Wrestling through his AXS TV show and One Man Shows.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 14 and 17, 2011.
On the July 14, 2011 episode, PWTorch Livecast, host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell was joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican at the beginning of the show to discuss Radican's latest reviews & DVD coverage, plus discuss the potential finish of John Cena-CM Punk at MITB. Caldwell then discusses with live callers every angle of the Cena-Punk match, potential outcomes, how they get to WrestleMania, The Rock's promo on Wednesday, whether Cena turns heel short or long-term at any point before or after WrestleMania, the talent pool dry for WWE within their own company due to booking issues and outside of WWE, why WWE needs a different creative approach, and much more.
Then on the July 17, 2011 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers the immediately-concluded Money in the Bank PPV from all angles including the epic Cena-Punk match, where they go from here, why the match worked, why WWE could set up a bigger angle or pull the rug out from under viewers on Raw, a potential end-game for Punk at WrestleMania (vs. Austin?), the Randy Orton vs. Christian match and State of Smackdown following a strong night, MITB match highlights, the overall PPV, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 13, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill where they discussed with live callers today's battle between The Rock and John Cena, the potential Money in the Bank PPV match outcomes, why the audience WWE was marketing to is leery of ordering the PPV, the low Raw rating and whether there is concern & how WWE might use it against CM Punk, TNA talent frustrated and who might be good fits in WWE, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they looked into the McNeil Mailbag for questions on the best talkers in wrestling history, plus more.
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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (7-27-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Kelly Wells discussed whether AEW was going too far with the blood and weapons gorefests including several emails from listeners about that topic. They also respond to other emails on various topics including Wade Barrett’s announcing and the AEW-New Japan dynamic. They move on to talk about the pending arrivals of C.M. Punk and Bryan Danielson, various directions their characters could go and who they could face and what kind of a difference they’ll make. Then Karrion Kross’s treatment on Raw compared to NXT and the internal politics, the state of AEW in general these days, the call-ups of Shotzi Blackheart, Tegan Nox, Toni Storm, and the returns of Goldberg and John Cena, the upcoming promos battles between Cena and Roman Reigns, and some New Japan and MLW talk at the end.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* Analysis of the build to Summerslam including last night's Raw
* A breakdown of the announced line-ups for each night, including whether Night 2 even feels like a decent off-peak PPV rather than a stadium show worth thousands of dollars for prime ticket?
* Thoughts on individual matches at Summerslam
* Ideas for alternative line-ups or matches than what WWE went with
* Is Will Ospreay solidifying himself as a top babyface for AEW or creating more doubt with each week that goes by?
* Who should Tony Khan build around after All In
* A few thoughts on AEW Redemption including thoughts on Willow Nightingale winning the AEW Title and the Kenny Omega attack on Ospreay
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 12, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the previous night's Raw in great detail with a dozen live callers, dissecting C.M. Punk's performance, John Cena's promos, Vince McMahon's role, and where all of this might be headed on Sunday at Money in the Bank and beyond. They also discuss in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed more aspects of Raw and thoughts on the TNA Destination X PPV event.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-26-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell, they discuss in-depth last night’s excellent and newsworthy Raw from various angles including topics and questions from callers and emailers. Also, a look ahead to Smackdown and whether it can deliver a show that competes with Raw.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email questions on a range of topics including the new-look Raw, Finn Balor’s potential of winning the Universal Title at Summerslam, what’s the deal with Sasha Banks beating Charlotte for the title so quickly, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to 15 years ago this week (7-7-2011) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller interview with Wade Keller and former WWE Creative Team member (2009-2010) John Piermarini. They took calls for an hour on a wide variety of subjects with tremendous backstage insight from Piermarini on the creative process. Topics included C.M. Punk, how promos are presented to wrestlers and practiced, does Vince McMahon care about TNA or ROH, importance of Divas's wrestling ability, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, he presented his "Last Bullet in the Chamber" ideas for WWE with Keller's analysis and alternative variations on the idea. Also, at the end, a discussion on the process for wrestlers being assigned intro music.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 8 and 11, 2011.
On the July 8, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers Impact positives & absurd items from Thursday's show, Destination X hype and potential 1-7 line-up, TNA on the road, Smackdown tonight, lack of consequences to actions in TV storylines, promoters not knowing how to promote different weight or size wrestlers, historical cage matches on WWE's DVD, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they look at a 20-years-ago PWTorch Newsletter on steroids, Ric Flair leaving WCW for WWF with the Big Gold Belt, Mark Madden column, Global, ESPN's tape libraries, and more.
Then on the July 11, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers expectations for tonight's Raw before the show, the follow-up on John Cena-CM Punk-Vince McMahon, day-after TNA's Destination X PPV evaluation, what worked and didn't work at the PPV, issues on Smackdown and how to fix them plugging in different stars at the #1 slot, whether wrestling should go all the way pulling back the curtain vs. pulling it closer and telling the stories without "worked shoots," Rey Mysterio defying the "cruiserweight" stigma, how to market Cruiserweights, Sting as a Joker-esque character in TNA, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 5, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill talked with live callers for an hour on a variety of subjects including John Cena-Vince McMahon-CM Punk, WWE's writing process, women's divisions, Destination X favorites, Mark Henry's push and lack of credit for job well done, Triple H's potential influence as talent scout, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered VIP member questions on a wide range of topics.
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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (7-20-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the puzzling booking decisions made on Raw including Karrion Kross’s loss to Jeff Hardy and Keith Lee losing decisively in his first match back. Then they read a bunch of emails about the previous night’s newsworthy Raw including Nikki’s MITB cash-in and Goldberg’s return. They also discuss Charlotte’s short title reigns, the return of crowds, AEW Dynamite’s booking resurgence, AEW’s women’s division, Jay White showing up on Impact’s Slammiversary PPV, who Kenny Omega would eventually lose the Impact Title to, ROH’s PPV main event and weak title change booking, Smackdown, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* WWE Summerslam ticket sales issues including the latest $25 ticket offer (and who is Justin Jefferson, anyway?)
* John Cena's teaser for WWE Unreal acting like CM Punk touched his heart earlier this year with a "real" comment and insider insights on the way Cena manages the preseitation of his public image
* The latest hype for Summerslam including the bickering now with Cody Rhodes and CM Punk, and are any top WWE male wrestlers consistently likeable?
* AEW Retribution line-up and why it looks like a really good show on paper in terms of in-ring potential, but not particularly relevant to key storylines or top feuds
* Analysis of the PWTorch Poll on the Top 15 Male Wrestlers Tony Khan should focus on
* Saturday Night's Main Event and the inclusion of so much New York Knicks content
* Mailbag Topic: A look at the top names not on the Summerslam line-up and who would be inexcusable to leave off the final line-up?
VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW
* Mailbag: Rank the reasons Summerslam tickets are selling slowly
* WWE infatuation with celebrity culture
* Mailbag: Is Oba Femi hurt by participating in comedy bits with The Judgment Day
* Lamenting Dominik Mysterio being Miz-i-fied with lower-card comedy bits rather than protecting him as a potential future main event wrestler
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 5, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and prowrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss discuss Vince McMahon-John Cena angle on Raw, Cruiserweight Division, R-Truth, The Miz, TNA Impact, Forgotten Storyline Cliffhangers, and more. They take live calls for most of the first hour, then go in-depth on Raw and Impact in the 28-minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-19-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell and PWTorch East Coast Cast host Travis Bryant for a discussion on the previous night’s Raw including the latest roster split and draft developments. Live calls were sprinkled into the show throughout.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (7-14-2016) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller interview with “Dirty” Dutch Mantell, most recently known as Zeb Colter in WWE. In his first post-WWE interview, he explained the origins and intent of the Colter character, TNA memories, Final Deletion reaction, thoughts on Vince Russo, Memphis and Puerto Rico road stories, state of industry, and much more. Live caller questions and emails throughout.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 1 and 4, 2011.
On the July 1, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by former WWE creative team member (2009-2010) John Piermarini. They discussed the C.M. Punk promo in-depth with insight from a former writer who has worked with Punk and Vince McMahon. They also take live calls mostly on the Punk promo, but other topics too. They also react to the new Sting character in TNA, plus Keller opens with a commentary on last night's Impact.
Then on the July 4, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers expectations for tonight's pre-taped Raw, the fall-out from Punk and John Cena last week, Punk's homophobic slur in Australia, corporate wrestling in 2011, McMahon's re-involvement in storylines and where it could be headed, macro booking issues in WWE & TNA evident over the past week of TV, Randy Savage's cause of death, where John Morrison fits in on Raw, potential FCW call-ups, and more topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 30, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers a ton of topics including CM Punk's promo and reach this week, follow-up being key to MITB PPV buyrate, Randy Orton's radio interview and potential WWE fallout or punishment, Randy Savage cause of death news, insight on Vince McMahon through Bloomberg interview and whether McMahon is showing cracks, Hulk Hogan vs. Sting potential for TNA and whether it will be Hogan's last match, plus a lot more topics.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they took bonus calls covering MITB PPV predictions for Raw's match, break down PWTorch poll results on the match, and discuss why WWE is pushing out a Bret Hart/Shawn Michael DVD, plus more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Flagship Flashback edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They begin with thoughts on Bobby Lashley’s angle at the end of Raw on Monday and what it meant. Then they discussed Paul Orndorff’s career. Other topics included AEW viewership last week when they returned to the road, the importance of WWE correcting course and sparking interest in upcoming weeks back on the road, ROH’s PPV and the way the ROH Title changed hands, what could spark NXT, and a full Money in the Bank PPV preview.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* An update on Summerslam ticket sales at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn. and the real reasons WWE is struggling to move tickets
* Evaluating the build so for Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins and CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes
* Thoughts on whether WWE is "playing it safe" by booking top stars against each other when they had more to work with that could have sparked actual fan interest by moving some fresh names into top matches at Summerslam
* Analysis of "Hangman" Adam Page's return to AEW TV on Collision and if the direction they seem to be going with him not being able to "challenge" for the AEW World Title is becoming obvious and also just "too cute"
* Kenny Omega's AEW World Title win, and whether Omega vs. Will Ospreay is better than MJF vs. Will Ospreay at All In at Wembley
* Willow Nightingale's promo on Collision
MAILBAG
* Thoughts on War Games this year and whether it too obviously defines the next four months of top WWE storylines since it has to culminate in two factions going to war in a double-ring?
* Should Sami Zayn be added to Punk vs. Cody, and if not, what is there for him?
* Maxxine Dupri's heel turn and pairing with Austin Theory; are they the next Francine & Shane Douglas?
* Solo Sikoa's apparent babyface turn
And more sprinkled throughout including mini-rants about the "Dark Side of the Ring" on TNA.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 29, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and cohost PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed with live callers C.M. Punk's promo on Raw and Caldwell's concerns with the promo in and of itself and what it says about WWE business as a whole, the potential end-game for Punk-Cena (McMahon involvement?) that could work in the long-term or not work a la Nexus, Randy Orton's radio interview this week and surprises from his comments, whether Linda Hogan's book comments about Hulk will affect him, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they dive into the McNeill Mailbag for more questions on Punk, plus tattoos in wrestling, memorable Chavo moments, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-12-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican, who specializes in covering the Indy scene, ROH, and New Japan for PWTorch. They discuss the Cruiserweight Classic brackets with predictions and background on key wrestlers in the tournament. They also talk about the Final Deletion and what TNA should do as a follow-up, plus comparing New Day-Wyatts to Final Deletion. Also, reaction to Raw including the naming of Commissioners and the addition of G.M.s yet to come. Some New Japan G1 Climax talk and other indy topics, too.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (7-7-2016) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller's live interview with former WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy, who is a professional standup comedian and massive pro wrestling fan who hosts the weekly We Watch Wrestling podcast. They go in-depth in examining The Final Deletion segments on Impact Wrestling this week from a wide array of angles, plus prospects of Brock Lesnar vs. Randy Orton, thoughts on the pros and cons of the WWE Roster Split, and much more including a funny story from McCarthy’s days as a WWE writer.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 28, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discussed the bombshell historical C.M. Punk promo in great depth for virtually the full hour including many callers adding their input. In the VIP Aftershow, they delve into other aspects of Raw including the Roulette Wheel, Shawn Michaels, and Mark Henry and then close with a discussion on TNA Impact and the Ultimate X PPV.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 24 and 27, 2011.
On the June 24, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact, the weird main event picture that made no sense involving Abyss and Sting and Mr. Anderson and no Gunner, potential for Sting in WWE, whether Sting and Hulk Hogan could pull off a match in 2011, the X Division either being re-started or shut down after Destination X, over-arching booking issues in WWE & TNA prevalent on both shows this week, WWE potentially having a pre-game before Raw and why WWE would have to completely change their writing approach, plus a preview of the Top 5 Families on the Gonzo & The Greg this weekend. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell fumbles his own Top 5 list, and they discuss the Impact ratings for last night's show.
Then on the June 27, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they took live calls on a variety of subjects including: C.M. Punk storyline, Dusty Rhodes and Hulk Hogan egos, TNA-Sting, ROH iPPV, Davey Richards, TNA Impact, Tag Teams, and more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-8-2021) PWTorch editor Wade Keller reads and responds to new Mailbag questions on "Hangman" Adam Page and Dark Order, the debut of Malakai Black in AEW, was it possible to have true heels in 2021, and more.
Then, in a podcast from ten years earlier (7-5-11), Wade was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell to discuss the Vince McMahon-John Cena angle on Raw, the Cruiserweight Division, the prospects of Cena vs. Rock, R-Truth, The Miz, TNA Impact, Forgotten Storyline Cliffhangers, Eric Bischoff and Dixie Carter, and more including a running bit on Canada Day vs. The Fourth of July. They take live calls for most of the first hour, then go in-depth on Raw and Impact in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to CM Punk win over Sami Zayn for the WWE Title including whether it could affect Punk if fans are kind of bummed out Sami's reign was booked to be so short
* Oba Femi-Brock Lesnar build and how The Vision could play a role in the outcome or fallout
* What is Seth Rollins trying to do with these dreadful long-winded hack meta promos?
* Preview of AEW Dynamite including the MJF vs. Kenny Omega for the AEW Title
MAILBAG
* Why are some fans into CM Punk's Pipe Bomb promo but against current meta-style promos and storylines?
* Should WWE have saved Cody Rhodes vs. CM Punk one-on-one for WrestleMania and is Saudi Arabia still a factor in booking?
VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW
* What can MJF do to take things to the next level of superstardom?
* Should WWE be held to higher standards for storylines because they've floated wanting get Emmy consideration? Should AEW be held to a higher standard for in-ring wrestling because of their motto?
* Does it do damage to the prestige of the WWE Title to have Oba Femi bypass his opportunity to wrestle for it at Summerslam? Did Oba's decision also hurt the King of the Ring concept?
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 23, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and former WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini take live phone calls and discuss the current state of WWE creative, with a brief look at TNA, for two full hours. He offered insight into which wrestlers John Cena is a booster for, what he likes about Miz and Alex Riley from working with them behind the scenes, the issues holding Jack Swagger back, his opinion on Vince McMahon slapping Andy Levine, why he's not a fan of Shawn Michaels, and much much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-5-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell as they discuss last nights Fourth of July edition of Raw, Battleground news, roster split draft, Brock Lesnar Summerslam and UFC 200 news, and more with live callers.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (6-30-2016) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller's live interview with former WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck (2011-2014). They discussed hot topics in pro wrestling including WWE roster split insights, backstage details on how Smackdown was written, Stephanie McMahon’s self-awareness, Roman Reigns suspension, origins and evolution of The Shield’s perception by Vince McMahon, Brock Lesnar’s UFC-WWE connection, Vince McMahon backstage stories, and much much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 22, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discussed with live callers issues with WWE's overall product, the start of the John Cena-CM Punk feud, whether WWE is taking a short-term approach to putting Cena behind the eight ball, voting issues on Raw, what Cena could do to connect with the audience, the issues with how wrestling promoters are booking big-men, Alex Riley and Sin Cara as the next two faces to get a big push, issues with Randy Orton's character, and Bruce reads Pat's Live Events Center!
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they finish off live calls on the UWF, Jeff Jarrett in AAA, whether Chris Benoit should be in the WWE Hall of Fame, and discuss TV wrestling writing issues compared to other shows.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 21, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell taking live calls for most of the live hour including talk about the three hour Raw, the "Power to the People" theme, C.M. Punk's newsworthy promo, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they further break down Raw and also look at last week's newsworthy Impact.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Flagship Flashback edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin from five years ago (7-1-2021). They begin with a thorough review of AEW Dynamite from Saturday night headlined by Kenny Omega vs. Jungle Boy, then a review of last night’s AEW Dynamite, followed by reviews of Smackdown, Raw, and NXT. In there is a discussion on Adam Cole not getting called up four years after signing with WWE, plus reaction to the roster cuts.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist.
CURRENT EVENTS TOPICS...
* Oba Femi's decision to forgo his earned World Title shot for now after winning King of the Ring and instead facing Brock Lesnar at Summerslam
* Did Oba have his first small misstep on a promo since his arrival on the main roster?
* Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins added to Summerslam and how it was set up
* Iyo Sky challenging Liv Morgan and a misstep with Liv's character
* Forbidden Door as a concept and did Sunday's show support it continuing
* Does Ospreay need to win because All In is their biggest show and because of the setting?
* The history of Survivor of the Fittest as a match concept and a preview of Wednesday's match
* Is it time for Queen Aminata to get a push in AEW, perhaps winning the TBS Title
* Nic Nemeth winning TNA Title from Santana, and what's next for Santana
* Sami as WWE champ and whether he falls into a "gold watch novelty" category or a full-fledged "best for business centerpiece act" category as WWE Champion
* The Vision disintegrating and where it could be headed
* Nick Aldis vs. Gunther angle
* MJF vs. Mark Briscoe preview
* Survival of the Fittest, and extended thoughts on Queen Aminata as a potential winner
MAILBAG QUESTIONS...
* Some complaints about how the Oba Femi-Brock Lesnar match was set up on Raw
* Pro and cons of King of the Ring as a one-night tournament versus current format spread over weeks
* Raw's viewership on Netflix and how to frame it as a success or disappointment
* Frustraton with the Death Riders acting as heels in one segment and babyface in another segment on the same show or week to week
* What's next for CM Punk (with some minor spoilers regarding this Friday's Smackdown to provide context and fuel conjecture).
* At the end, some LeBron James talk regarding the possibility of joining the Knicks or the Timberwolves
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 17 and 20, 2011.
On the June 17, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell took live phone calls discussing a variety of topics, plus PWTorch columnist Sean Radican calls in for the weekly independent wrestling discussion & TNA/Austin Aries talk. Topics covered with live callers including Shane McMahon and Vince McMahon, the previous night night's TNA Impact, why Hulk Hogan-Sting did and did not work, Impact ratings, Crimson and Gunner being pushed too soon for different reasons, the Capitol Punishment PPV on Sunday, how matches are put together ahead of time, unions in wrestling, Hogan and Ultimate Warrior feud, and more.
Then on the June 20, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discussed with live callers tonight's three-hour Raw, WWE hurting the product with so many Raws, the previous night's Capitol Punishment PPV, C.M. Punk's anticipated announcement and departure, whether Undertaker would want to face Steve Austin at WrestleMania, the futures of Chris Jericho and Batista in pro wrestling, why WWE pro wrestlers are using "wrestler" on the air lately and their own view on WWE's "labeling" of wrestling terminology (e.g. sports entertainers), plus much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-28-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch Newsletter columnist Greg Parks to discuss the previous night’s Raw happenings and a lot of talk about the pros and cons of the roster split and various ways it can go well and go off the rails. Did WWE handle Roman Reigns suspension well? How will fans react to Reigns when he returns? Lots of caller and email questions in the mix.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (6-23-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with former WWE/ECW star “Justin Credible” P.J. Polaco about a wide range of topics with live callers including Roman Reigns’s suspension, The Draft, indy scene, WWE’s Cruiserweight tournament, C.M. Punk’s UFC 203 fight, the pending return of Randy Orton, and other current events with the insights of a veteran pro wrestler providing his perspective.
Then we present the Tony Khan AEW Forbidden Door media Q&A from this week discussing a range of topics including the challenge of work visas for Forbidden Door, wrestlers who are MIA, Maya World's quick rise, Jack Perry's contract status, injury update on Willow Nightingale, purchasing TNA potential, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 16, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers indifference to WWE Raw on Monday, WWE Capitol Punishment, when WWE will be forced to change the PPV schedule, Impact tonight, old names from WCW Saturday Night, Tough Enough Andy and his future on TV or in FCW, whether Alex Riley is ready for a PPV singles match, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Zack Ryder's following and how WWE handled it this week, Randy Orton as #1 on Smackdown, what WWE would do without Orton, how to make those mid-card stars ready for the fall, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 15, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss current events in wrestling with live callers for an hour including Zach Ryder, Booker T, Rhino, Teddy Long, Randy Orton's concussion, Tough Enough, Celebrities, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they preview Sunday's WWE Capitol Punishment and answer VIPer questions.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-24-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the state of WWE, AEW, NXT, Impact, ROH, and MLW heading into the post-pandemic era, looking at what their identities are and what they could do to come out of the gates in front of fans again with momentum. They also discuss alternative scenarios to Triple H taking over for Vince McMahon if Vince wasn’t running WWE anymore, how WWE iwass shifting priorities more than every away from loading up PPVs and actually marketing to fans instead of positioning themselves for future partners, and some NXT talk.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the state of women’s divisions including Ember Moon’s awkward as F promo on Tuesday, the mess of personalities and positioning of stars on Raw and Smackdown, and whether AEW is doing the right thing with Britt Baker at this point.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
FREE PORTION (over 100 minutes)
* A response to an email about the pros and cons of each of the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring finalists winning the tournament, with an extended discussion Oba Femi showing he could be the next centerpiece act that defines an era, but is WWE prepared for him?
* A preview of AEW Dynamite which has a sneaky line-up in terms of providing a backdrop to promote the Forbidden Door matches
* Thoughts on this mega-weekend of four big PPV and PLE cards on national TV
* A look at NXT Great American Bash
VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW (nearly 30 minutes)
* Paul Heyman's quotes about his WrestleMania scene with Brock Lesnar and what his answer doesn't address or deny
* An email about Roman Reigns being handed his World Title belt every time he arrives and why WWE does that and whether Roman comes across poorly as a result
* Why didn't WWE feature a clip of Paul Levesque and Roman Reigns at the White House UFC event?
* The reputation of TKO after some missteps earlier this year
* Club WWE and the chance for fans to get their names on the canvas - is it too transparently a money grab by TKO?
* Thoughts on the next season of WWE Unreal focused on John Cena's retirement tour
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 13 and 14, 2011.
On the June 13, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers last night's TNA Slammiversary PPV and the predominant issues all captured by one anniversary show, whether dying-days-of-WCW comparisons can be found in WWE with cracks starting to show on Smackdown, tonight's Raw episode and what to expect, issues with Sin Cara replacing Rey Mysterio, why Randy Orton wasn't working as Smackdown's top star, why Syfy wouldn't move Smackdown to Thursdays, possibility of Ultimate Warrior in WWE Hall of Fame, how to fix NXT besides ending it, and more. Plus, Pat McNeill dropped in late in the show for a quick cameo.
Then on the June 14, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took live calls for most of the live hour including a lot of discussion on the previous night's three hour Raw with Steve Austin and Roddy Piper, plus TNA Slammiversary reaction, looking ahead to Destination X, Gunner's push, Zach Ryder's lack of a push, and a single call for a Powell vs. Keller match. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discussed WWE's introduction to the Top Managers List and more on Slammiversary.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-21-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jim Valley to discuss the previous night’s Raw happenings including setting up the Battleground Triple Threat match, the upcoming roster split, Money in the Bank, and more with live callers questions and topics via email.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (6-16-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed pro wrestling podcast host and SiriusXM Satellite prime time host Sam Roberts, formerly of the Opie & Anthony show, discussing his history and how he got into wrestling interviewing, some stories from his interviews, who he’d most like to interview in the future, and more about his career. Throughout the 100 minutes, they also previewed various aspects of Sunday’s Money in the Bank PPV, look at future potential big stars, discuss Kevin Owens, Randy Orton, Shinsuke Nakamura, Roman Reigns, John Cena, New Day, Alberto Del Rio, and others in particular. Live callers, email questions, and Twitter topics are sprinkled in throughout.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 10, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell. He discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact, RVD's stock dropping, Gunner pinning Sting, whether Beer Money is better off singles or as a tag team, whether Robert Roode or James Storm would thrive in WWE, the lewd Knockouts segments last night, Dragon Gate USA and independent promotion's marketing, why titles have lost value in WWE, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell brought on Sean Radican to discuss independent wrestling including Dragon Gate USA, ROH, Austin Aries, and more. Caldwell then brought on Rob McNichol of the UK Sun to discuss his interview with Kurt Angle, the upcoming TNA UK tour, buzz for Angle at the Olympics, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 8, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discussed with live callers various "scandals" this week - Matt & Jeff Hardy, Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior, and Vince McMahon's craziness. Also, they discuss Monday's Raw, next week's ill-fated All-Star Raw, why WWE is promoting three-hour Raws over their next PPV, mistakes made with R-Truth, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler's dynamic on Raw, the Urban Wrestling Federation's debut, old-school ECW, and more topics. In the VIP Aftershow, they dove into the McNeill Mailbag for a look at questions including historical good & bad "giants" in wrestling, PPV buy calculations, and other topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-15-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, PWTorch.com assistant editor. They discussed the wake-up call in store for WWE and Vince McMahon when crowds return, AEW Dynamite from last Friday and which wrestlers could get better or worse crowd responses in July, NXT Takeover and whether Karrion Kross keeping the title was a good call, the NXT and AEW women’s division, and Shingo’s IWGP Title win.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* A look at the potential top men's matches at Summerslam given the King of the Ring options that still exist
* Does WWE have a plan, and is it a good one, when it comes to Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, and this incarnation of The Bloodline
* Will Ospreay's journey to becoming a centerpiece of AEW
* Should AEW offer dark matches at Dynamite and Collision TV events to help increase attendance?
* Is the Don Callis Family too big or is it kind of working because it's so unwieldily for Callis to control?
* Chris Jericho's latest run in AEW
* What's going on with Mercedes Mone?
* What to read into choices made on the Summerslam poster
MAILBAG
* What can Paul Levesque do to make Smackdown "must-see" when it returns to the two hour format?
* Is Osprey guaranteed to win AEW Title at All In?
* Would Seth Rollins, Cody Rhodes, or CM Punk make for a better future Head of Creative?
* Thoughts on the Forbidden Door
* Are heel turns a crutch for bookers who just need to learn to present babyfaces better?
* Jason's Queen of the Ring prediction closes out the show
BONUS SEGMENTNick Barbati's interview with author Lizzy Flanagan discussing her new book, "I Am Your Champion: The Life and Death of Wrestler Gino Hernandez." Together, they take a deep dive into the fascinating and often mysterious story of one of professional wrestling’s most charismatic stars. Nick and Lizzy explore the many conspiracies and lingering questions surrounding Gino’s life and death, while also celebrating the remarkable career that made him a legend despite its tragic brevity. Whether you’re a longtime fan of World Class Championship Wrestling or discovering Gino Hernandez for the first time, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This was first offered to VIP members a week ago on the VIP podcast feed, as Nicky's Club is a weekly VIP-exclusive WWE-centric podcast.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 6 and 7, 2011.
On the June 6, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers Mick Foley's departure from TNA, whether the end of WCW or current TNA is more dysfunctional, the Tough Enough season finale following the Livecast, the upcoming Raw episode, social media & wrestling in 2011, Eric Bischoff's ratings comments, Beer Money's potential futures as singles wrestlers, how to make Sin Cara stand out, and more topics.
Then on the June 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live calls for most of the live hour including a lot of discussion on the previous night's Raw, Mick Foley's TNA departure, TNA vs. WWE roster strength, Tommy Dreamer's TNA departure, the value of the belt, Vince McMahon's slap, Michael Cole, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss Raw in great detail segment by segment. It's the longest VIP Aftershow ever.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-14-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They talked about the previous night’s Raw with a focus on the Ambrose Asylum reunion of The Shield and the A.J. Styles-John Cena contract signing, plus TNA Slammiversary and TNA’s financial difficulties, MITB predictions, some Roster Split conjecture, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email questions on a range of topics, mostly focused on the roster split in WWE, the previous night’s Raw, the MITB PPV event, predictions on TNA’s latest Hall of Fame entrant, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (6-9-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interview with Jonny Fairplay, a pro wrestling manager on the indy scene and also years ago with TNA, plus famous for his reality TV appearance including CBS’s "Survivor." They talked about NXT Takeover “The End,” the pros and cons of the roster split, Brock Lesnar’s return to UFC, the career of Mr. Kennedy/Mr. Anderson, Vince Russo’s philosophies on pro wrestling, and more with live callers and emailers.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 2 and 3, 2011.
On the June 2, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers Monday's Raw & TV ratings, then things get wild starting with Disco Inferno discussion, a potential Kevin Nash-Big Show match at Summerslam with Shaq involved, Hulk Hogan and Ultimate Warrior feuding on Twitter, a full-out social media discussion, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss an oddball Spike TV press release, Eric Bischoff's con-artistry, WWE's new video game franchise, TNA's new oddball fantasy game, and more.
Then on the June 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell takes live phone calls and also brings in PWTorch columnist Sean Radican for a discussion of this weekend's Dragon Gate USA shows and a variety of independent wrestling topics. (Radican checks in at the 30:00 mark.) With live callers, Caldwell discusses last night's TNA Impact, one solution to fix Impact, whether Vince McMahon's system has set up the wrestling business to be in trouble 5-to-10 years from now, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 1, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and Pat McNeill, they take live calls for most of the hour including TNA Fantasy Wrestling, Lex Luger and the Torture Rack, Pirated PPV Feeds, X Division Bungling by TNA, Kharma's controversial segment on Monday, ROH's TV clearance, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss more about Raw, make WrestleMania 28 predictions, and answer VIPer questions on a wide range of subjects.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-10-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss New Japan Dominion, NXT on USA on Tuesday night, Preview NXT Takeover “In Your House,” AEW Dynamite, WWE Smackdown, WWE Raw, NWA’s “When Our Shadows Fall” PPV, UFC results and previewing this weekend.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist. They discuss these topics:
* An in-depth look at the realistic and preferred paths left in the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring tournaments, including pros and cons for favorite(s) and dark horses.
* An email on whether Paul Levesque is leaning too much on multi-man matches beyond regular singles and tag team matches
* The CM Punk heat he took on social media for his bulked up physique and Ryback coming to his defense
* A look at the Owen Hart Memorial Cup Tournament men's and women's brackets
* A preview of Dynamite
* The latest developments with Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, and the Usos
* Reaction to the latest with Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn, and Gunther, and some discussion on who Cody's Summerslam opponent should be
* An email on Beck Lynch's role in WWE recently and whether she's being underutilized
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Today we jump back 15 years to the May 20, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took live calls for most of the live hour including discussion on the previous night's Raw, the post-draft WWE fallout, Kharma's newsworthy promo, Tough Enough, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discussed Brock Lesnar's surgery, an anonymous G.M. theory, Zach Ryder's cameos, the state of the Diva Division, WrestleMania's buyrate, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-7-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by John Arezzi, host of New York’s Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show from the late 1980s through the mid-1990s, to discuss last night’s Raw, Money in the Bank, Brock Lesnar’s UFC and WWE future, Goldberg’s WWE potential match-ups, Summerslam, NXT, the forthcoming WWE roster split, and more including an in-person ringside and backstage perspective from Arezzi regarding the Muhammad Ali-Gorilla Monsoon angle that aired on Raw. Live callers and email topics are mixed into the program.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 27 and 30, 2011.
On the May 27, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops, discussed with live callers Randy Savage's career from an historical perspective, TNA Impact ratings & last night's TNA Nitro/Thunder Impact edition, whether Goldberg would make a difference in TNA, how to book a Streak to make money and how TNA has the template but isn't using it with Crimson, Randy Orton's newish character in 2011, TNA's X Division PPV and whether Lethal will factor in, the UWF promotion, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Hoops break down a packed 20 years ago back-issue of the PWTorch Newsletter covering WCW Superbrawl, the imminent end of WWE's SNME on NBC and parallels to 2011 wrestling, plus tons more from the Newsletter.
Then on the May 30, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers Monday's Raw episode in full preview mode including expectations for Kharma's announcement & whether she should talk, follow-up on Alex Riley, the WWE Title situation, and other Raw topics. Also, an evaluation of Tough Enough thus far, how to create brand separation between Raw and Smackdown, WWE's love/hate with Sin Cara, streaks & squash matches, Eric Bischoff's recent comments and TNA's constant power struggle storylines, Bruno Sammartino's historical drawing power, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 25 and 26, 2011.
On the May 25, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers Randy Savage more in-depth and WWE's video tribute, Monday's Raw episode and what worked & didn't work, Kharma's storyline write-off and questions about why exactly she's being written off, the usual Randy Savage-Vince McMahon rumors and what's valid & what's not, Undertaker's likely new role in developmental scouting, WWE's next PPV not having anything announced officially yet & potential D.C.-tie-ins, Ring of Honor's sale & future, plus Live Events Center, McNeill Makes Fun Of Your iPPV, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they dove into a packed McNeill Mailbag for a variety of fun, interesting, and insightful questions.
Then on the May 26, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Greg Parks, they discussed the JWC iPPV that Greg watched, then covered the day's headlines and took live calls for an hour including WWE, TNA, and ROH topics, plus whatever happened to The Patriot. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the pros and cons of squash matches returning to national cable shows.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 23 and 24, 2011.
On the May 23, 2011 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers Randy Savage's legacy, Savage's cross-over appeal, Savage vs. John Cena, how WWE will tribute Savage on Raw, the Over the Limit PPV, John Cena repeating his offensive attack, why TNA is behind Sting as their top star, the ROH sale announced over the weekend and what the signs will be of growth, and more.
Then on the May 24, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they take calls for an hour discussing Randy Savage, the Hall of Fame, and last night's Raw, and in the VIP Aftershow, they discuss the TNA "Wrestling Matters" campaign, last week's Impact, Christian's character developments, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-3-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the WWE cutbacks, the prospects of Vince McMahon selling WWE, TV ratings and whether WWE is in a holding pattern creatively until mid-July, the lack of rule enforcement in Young Bucks tag matches, the five-way main event at the next Takeover, the Adam Cole-Karrion Kross segment this week, should Lana be reunited with Miro in AEW, will AEW’s TV expansion backfire, what’s the trajectory for Cody Rhodes, is Hangman Page on course to be AEW’s centerpiece star, Jimmy Smith’s debut on Raw and the departure of Tom Phillips, the return of fans to arenas, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* A discussion the latest Bloodline chapter and perhaps contrasting optimism on the direction of Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, and the Usos, among other related figures (Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, etc.)
* Oba Femi
* Will Ospreay and The Death Riders
* Darby's AEW Title reign
* Mick Foley in AEW
* Chris Jericho actually winning over AEW fans again
* King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring scenarios
* Chad Gable coming out of mask vs. mask storyline
* Montez Ford's potential as a singles wrestler
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Today we jump back 15 years to the May 20, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Sean Radican, they discuss with live callers for 90 minutes Randy Savage's death, impact on wrestling, mainstream reception, how WWE will handle it, Hall of Fame, how he'll be remembered, steroids potentially a factor, the bill coming due on '80s and '90s wrestlers, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-31-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch podcaster Jim Valley to talk about the previous night’s episode of Monday Night Raw including the major A.J. Styles-John Cena angle, the Seth Rollins-Roman Reigns hype, New Day-Steph & Shane segment, and more with live callers and email questions including the buzz on Goldberg.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (5-26-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Jim Ross with a predominant focus on WWE’s announcement that Smackdown goes live on Tuesdays in July and would include a distinct roster from Raw. Ross dissected the possible benefits and pitfalls of such a major change in WWE’s structure, looks back at the prior brand split and what is different today, his preference for how the separate rosters would be structured and how champions should be ideally featured. Also, live calls and emails delved into more aspects of the brand split and other topics. Plus some Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and NBA OKC Thunder-Golden State Warriors talk at the end.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 18 and 19, 2011.
On the May 18, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers Raw on Monday, reasons for Raw's ratings decline, overall health of WWE business vs. ten years ago, whether Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler will end at Over the Limit, TNA Impact taping impressions, de-valuing of titles in WWE and TNA, this weekend's Internet PPVs, booking of Great Khali's storyline with Jinder Mahn, Tough Enough impressions through seven weeks, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they dove into the McNeill Mailbag for questions on the worst wrestling promos ever, Howard Finkle and Gene Okerlund's announcing histories, and other topics, plus the Over the Limit game!
Then on the May 19, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller flew solo with live calls on WWE requiring talent to obtain medical insurance, Chris Jericho's laughable comments on The Rock, Mick Foley's laughable comments on how "wrestling matters" to him, the potential finish to John Cena-Miz at Over the Limit, making new stars in WWE, Dick Ebersol's departure from NBC, TNA's imminent re-launch of Impact Wrestling, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the May 11, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net took calls for an hour discussing mostly Raw and Tough Enough including Over the Limit hype and Kharma's future. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they dissected TNA's "Wrestling Matters" campaign and make concrete suggestions for how to make it work.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-25-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist and podcast host Greg Parks. They discussed Adnan Virk’s departure including why he was hired and what caused his departure, extensive thoughts on the strengths and weaknesses of A&E’s Ultimate Warrior documentary and how they feel about Warrior’s “redemption story,” WWE returning to fans in stands and whether they should be nervous about fans returning, AEW Double or Nothing PPV thoughts including which match is actually the main attraction or main event of the show, some thoughts C.M. Punk’s impact if he were to return and whether AEW or WWE would be a better fit, some Raw and Smackdown ratings news, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Evaluating the latest developments and overall timeline of Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar
* WWE giving away two matches in the first hour of PLEs on ESPN
* A look at the Roman Reigns-Jacob Fatu build for Sunday's Clash in Italy
* A look at the rest of the Clash in Italy line-up
* A strong Raw with several wrestlers stepping up and shining in expanded roles including Je'Von Evans, Montez Ford, LA Knight, Austin Theory, and others
* MJF regaining the AEW Title from Darby and an assessment of Darby's title reign
* The state of Hikaru Shida and Kris Statlander headed into their match on Dynamite
MAILBAG TOPICS (sprinkled in throughout the free show)
* Paul Levesque's job security
* Sami Zayn and Johnny Gargano
* Who will be a bigger star - Austin Theory or Montez Ford
* The Owen Hart Cup's odd mix of top wrestlers and mid-card wrestlers
* Wrestlers having private conversations in front of cameras in WWE
VIP EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW TOPICS
* Stadium Stampede's polarizing tone
* More AEW Double or Nothing thoughts
* Praise for Mick Foley's role on the AEW PPV pre-show
* Some closing thoughts on NXT and TNA
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 6 and 9, 2011.
On the May 13, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discusses with live callers last night's Impact show & ratings & re-branding, Chris Jericho and Batista potentially returning to WWE, The Pope suggesting he might be leaving TNA, titles & title matches lacking value in WWE (in-depth discussion begins at 60:00), plus Sean Radican calls in around 15:00 to discuss technology advancements affecting pro wrestling and how independent promotions can better market & distribute their product.
Then on the May 16, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the TNA "Wrestling Matters" campaign, Smackdown ratings hitting a 2011 low, Impact quarter-hours showing an encouraging trend, and more, and then they take calls on Sting vs. RVD, Chikara, New Japan Pro Wrestling in New York, Arn Anderson, the Next Breakout Stars, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-23-2016), PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell filled in as host for Wade Keller and was joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net. The discussed Raw, Extreme Rules, what's next for AJ Styles, the state of TNA, and more with live callers throughout.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (5-19-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Kevin Nash, former WWF and WCW champion, former NWO and Outsider interview, former WCW booker, and TNA wrestler. They covered a wide range of topics from his days as WWF Champion, the Monday Night War, the rise of the NWO, the NWO comeback in 2002, his time in TNA, A.J. Styles, Roman Reigns, NXT, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the May 11, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill, they discuss Christian's Future, WrestleMania DVD cuts, Post-WM Evaluation of WWE, TNA's name, live calls, VIP Aftershow with McNeill Mailbag, more!
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW Double or Nothing PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol. They begin with a look at Darby Allin's AEW World Title reign, will it ultimately help or hurt Darby after he loses the title, how sure is a loss on Sunday for Darby, and more including MJF's stellar heel work. From there, they discuss the rest of the line-up including Kazuchika Okada vs. Konozuke Takeshita, Stadium Stampede, FTR vs. Adam Copeland & Christain Cage, and more.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily AEW Double or Nothing.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-20-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They begin by discussing some key headlines including Will Ospreay being stripped of his IWGP Title due to injury, Velveteen Dream being released by NXT, and the death of New Jack. Then they review AEW Dynamite and talk about the move to TBS next year and the addition of quarterly TNT live specials. From there, they review NXT on USA, Smackdown, and Raw.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist. They discuss:
* The return of Brock Lesnar, and where it seems this is headed on way to Summerslam
* A preview of Saturday Night's Main Event
* MJF's comments on Israel and Malakai Black
* Marty Jannetty's amputation
* WWE now hyping and participating at the White House UFC 250 event
* Mailbag: Is this Oba-Brock continuation risky
* Mailbag: What three wishes would Rich and Wade have to change the course of pro wrestling in recent decades
* Mailbag: Who should "retire" Brock Lesnar if it's between Oba Femi and Gunther?
* A preview of AEW's Double or Nothing line-up
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Today we jump back 15 years to the May 10, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net discuss the previous night's Raw and take live phone calls. Subjects include the Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler angle and Mother's Day references, TNA's name, Chyna in TNA, Christian's future, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-16-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Pat McNeill to discuss the previous night’s Raw and look ahead to Extreme Rules. Topics included comparing Roman Reigns in 2016 to John Cena in 2006, plus Alex Greenfield’s perhaps more apt comparison of Reigns of 2016 to Batista of 2006. Also, the misuse of Karl Anderson & Luke Gallows, fears of how Bayley might be used, the Raw closing segment with Ric Flair, Steph, Shane, Charlotte, and Nattie, the promos of A.J. Styles so far, prospects of a John Cena vs. Reigns match, ROH’s booking situation and the criticism of it this year including at the latest tapings, and more with live callers and email questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (5-12-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE creative team member Alex Greenfield. Alex talked about his time on WWE’s Creative Team in 2005-2006, thoughts on the brand split and first-hand stories of why it never reached its potential, plus fascinating insights into the McMahon Family with blunt comments on Shane, funny stories on Vince McMahon (including what he believes Vince would have done if he weren’t a pro wrestling promoter), and reasons for his fondness for Stephanie McMahon. Great stories, great insights, and great analysis of the 2005-2006 time and today’s push of Roman Reigns and similarities he sees between Roman and a candidate to be a top top star for WWE in the mid-2000s. A must-listen.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 6 and 9, 2011.
On the May 6, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops, they discuss with live callers this week's big news items, the big Smackdown SPOILER on Friday night, TNA Impact last night and the Impact rating that came in during the show, Vince McMahon's roots in not wanting to be a wrestling promoter dating back to before he bought out the WWF, and a ton of other topics covered with callers... At the top of the show, Caldwell & Hoops are joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican for an in-depth look at the current independent scene, iPPVs, independent wrestling DVDs, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, James and Brian break down a PWTorch Newsletter 20 Years Ago Back-Issue covering Sid's jump to WWF, house shows with Hulk Hogan, Ultimate Warrior-Undertaker, Ric Flair-El Gigante, and more tidbits from the time.
Then on the May 9, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers Christian's quick title loss, how WWE could have built to the title match and grabbed a rating, whether Christian could have been a centerpiece of Smackdown, the Smackdown rating being lowest of the year, John Morrison's injury, where WWE goes from here on Raw post-Rock, whether anyone would step up in TNA's place if they were to go away, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the May 5, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers the big story on this week's Smackdown, Christian's push in general, the lack of character-defining gimmicks these days, Triple H's future influence on WWE, the Wrestling vs. Entertainment paradigm, this week's Raw, why isn't Randy Orton a household name, and more. On the VIP Aftershow, they discuss who will rise among Smackdown's top heel trio of Sheamus, Cody Rhodes, and Wade Barrett, plus what are the pros and cons of Christian as a WWE top star?
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-13-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed WrestleMania Backlash PPV hype, Jimmy Uso’s return, Orange Cassidy vs. Pac as the top contenders’ match, NXT’s current lack of buzz, current strengths and weaknesses of Impact, the state of ROH, changes in fans over decades, and Mailbag topics from listeners.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch contributor and podcast host Kelly Wells. They discuss these topics:
* WWE's latest call-ups from NXT with Kelly's in-depth assessment of their journeys so far and their likely destiny on the main roster with a particular early focus on the women's division
* Is Oba Femi WWE's true next big thing, and does WWE fully grasp the challenges that come with keeping him on top for years to come
* Trick Williams push so far and the range he showed in NXT
* Is Joe Hendry getting the career he deserves in WWE?
* John Cena's ridiculous concept (including a listener email about it)
* Evil's NXT arrival and what's next for him based on his skillset
* New Japan's new crop of talent and is it showing promise of a rebound for the organization
* NXT's new crop of talent filling slots left by the call-ups and who is likely to define this era
* Plus some talk about the top all-time NXT feuds
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Today we jump back 15 years to the May 4, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discuss with live callers the major Smackdown and Impact SPOILERS from Tuesday night throughout the show, TNA's re-branding using "Impact Wrestling," depth issues on the WWE roster, potential heel & face turns in WWE, New Japan's absolutely stacked line-up announced today for next weekend, Juggalos on Internet PPV tonight, McNeill's Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they dip into the McNeill Mailbag for questions on all-time best matches & memorable moments, better TV confrontations - Schultz-Stossel, Rome-Everett, or McMahon-Costas, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-10-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Jim Valley to talk about the previous night’s Raw, the Extreme Rules developments, the latest with Stephanie and Shane, NXT, and more with topics provided by live callers and email questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (5-5-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE creative team member Kevin Eck who talks about his years from 2011 to 2014 with WWE, with a wide range of topics, insights, and behind-the-scenes details on what aired on WWE television during that time period. He has expansive thoughts on C.M. Punk, Daniel Bryan, Damien Sandow, Brian Gewirtz, Vince McMahon, Roman Reigns, and so many others, including first-hand interactions and details on dealing with them as part of his job. This show includes live callers and email topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 2 and 3, 2011.
On the May 2, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell, they take phone calls for most of the hour on a variety of subjects including Mark Henry, Miz vs. Cena, Booker T's commentary, Christian's future on Smackdown as World Champ, the heel depth on Smackdown, the originals of the nickname "Nature Boy," could Rey Mysterio turn heel, Vader's son, and more.
Then on the May 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss current events in pro wrestling with callers for one-hour live including Rock's Birthday Party, Raw Analysis, Booker T's commentary, Mason Ryan's new push, John Cena-Rock segment, Cole, Ratings, Bullying, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Triple H's defense of the WWE name change, Vince McMahon's investor conference call, the current state of TNA, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 28 and 29, 2011.
On the Apr. 28, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers the 2011 WWE Draft in-depth from top-to-bottom covering all angles with some interesting discussion of potential new feuds, how the Draft could change the Extreme Rules PPV booking, Top 5 potential breakout stars from The Draft, R-Truth, John Morrison, Drew McIntyre or Dolph Ziggler as a breakout star, potential heel vs. heel feud with Miz and Alberto Del Rio, where Jericho would fit in, Daniel Bryan and other mid-card faces on Smackdown, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk more about the Draft, break down WWE's breaking news on cutting the dividend, the NFL Draft, and more.
Then on the Apr. 29, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussed with live callers WWE's annual shareholders meeting and some highlights from what WWE said and Vince McMahon said, TNA Impact last night, Extreme Rules on Sunday, the WWE depth charts post-Draft, what the top champions would look like on a single WWE brand, some new feuds on the Raw brand, why WWE and TNA struggle to make stars, and much more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-6-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn. They discussed Blood & Guts from a lot of angles, then move on to Roman Reigns vs. Daniel Bryan and then Cesaro stepping up as the next challenger, evaluating Orange Cassidy and Pac as the top contenders for Kenny Omega’s AEW Title, why NXT needs a spark and some options WWE has, the Rhea Ripley-Asuka-Charlotte situation, breaking news on the AEW Dynamite ratings, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
NOTE: Listener emails are sprinkled in related to listed topics
* The Roman Reigns-Jacob Fatu story and whether it's one face-versus-face match-up too many or if it will all work out after the fallout from Backlash? (0:00-32:00)
* The Oba Femi problem and whether WWE is preparing for it (32:00)
* Is TKO a villainous shameless gluttonous corporation turning off fans and burning through years of earned goodwill? (41:00)
* Darby Allin's AEW World Title reign so far including whether there should be a better reason for his challengers getting title shots and should more of them be heels? (63:00)
* A look ahead to AEW Dynamite (82:00)
* Club WWE (92:00)
* Wild speculation on John Cena's big announcement at Backlash (97:00)
* WWE roster cuts - what was surprising and is it clear whether TKO has handled the situation poorly at all (107:00)
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 26, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discussed the WWE draft from all angles including the presentation and who the winners and losers are likely to be, plus more thoughts on other aspects of Raw, C.M. Punk's potential WWE departure, Tough Enough thoughts, breaking ratings analysis, and a big idea for TNA.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-3-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Travis Bryant, host of the PWTorch East Coast Cast and cohost of Friday’s Livecasts with Bruce Mitchell. The reflected on WWE Payback, analyze WWE Raw, discuss the pros and cons of the Ryback stance against WWE, and much more with live callers and email questions throughout.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (4-28-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed “The Blueprint” Matt Morgan who discussed his interactions with Chyna over the years, advice for how to wrestle as a bigger wrestler, thoughts on the current WWE roster and some critiques of their wrestling styles, thoughts on NXT, and more including a mix of live callers and email topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 22 and 25, 2011.
On the Apr. 22, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops, they discuss with live callers last night's TNA Impact, their booking malaise, segment-by-segment Impact issues, plus a look at the Impact ratings, from WWE - Draft predictions and potential pitfalls & strengths of moving the likes of top stars such as Randy Orton or John Cena, Sin Cara's early booking, how WWE books the mid-card and why the stars aren't over, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they break down a 20 years ago back-issue on the WM7 buyrate being the lowest of all-time, Owen Hart in WCW, WWE at MSG house show, ol' Herb Abrams trying to go to PPV, and more.
Then on the Apr. 25, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers that night's WWE Draft, predictions on Randy Orton and/or John Cena switching brands, Sin Cara evaluation through three weeks, the awful Impact segment with RVD & Hulk Hogan & Sting, the state of the wrestling business with WWE's storyline & character issues and TNA's issues, booking Cena vs. The Rock at WrestleMania 28, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 21, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and James Caldwell, they discuss TNA's plans to run outdoor house shows this summer and the departure of Jay Lethal. Also, live callers chime in with questions about why so many fans dislike John Cena, the new-look of Dolph Ziggler, TNA's potential changes and what Eric Bischoff said about the reports, who might return to WWE some day among three big former names, when did titles get devalued, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss ratings for Tough Enough and The Ultimate Fighter plus Vince McMahon and WWE struggling over the years to branch out beyond the core product.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-29-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They begin with reaction to the drop in viewership for both NXT and AEW this week. Then they discuss NXT from Tuesday night and AEW Dynamite from last night. From there, a review of Impact’s Rebellion PPV including Kenny Omega beating Rich Swann for the Impact Title and thoughts on where the Omega title run goes from here. Then reviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE Monday Night Raw, the latest from New Japan, and then Todd’s thoughts on UFC 261 including the gruesome Chris Weidman leg break.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist. They cover these topics:
* AEW's involvement with the NFL Draft and are there more mainstream opportunities for AEW out there
* Linda McMahon and Shane McMahon at the White House Correspondents Dinner, plus TKO exec Dana White's actions after incident
* WWE releases analyzed including what goes into the decisions, and speculating on where some of the cut wrestlers may end up and be best utilized
* Darby Allen and Ethan Page having big months together
* A preview of Dynamite's top matches of Darby vs Brody King and MJF vs. Kevin Knight
* Should Tony Khan throw a twist into the Darby-Brody match
* What is most marketable about Kevin Knight
* Does WWE have an Oba Femi problem developing?
* Analysis of the key development with Jon Moxley and Will Ospreay on Collision last week
* The move of NXT PLEs from Peacock and YouTube now to The CW
* Seth Rollins, a babyface who isn't witty or well liked, and is that fixable?
* Diving into the Roman Reigns-Jacob Fatu situation, how the Usos fit in, and whether this feels like AI-driven booking nonsense since it doesn't seem to incorporate some key non-negotiable for a top level wrestling feud
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Today we jump back 15 years (4-20-2011) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussing with live callers Monday's Raw ratings drop, Vince McMahon's mentality and how it affects the company with a lack of storyline planning in-place, bold Draft picks including top stars who could switch brands on Monday, legal news on Jeff Hardy today, a look back to Kurt Angle at Lockdown, when and if WWE will end the Michael Cole Experiment and how Jim Ross could end up back on TV full-time, a possible strategy WWE is employing with John Cena to refresh his character, Spike TV's potential brand changes, whether WWE will ever get behind a Japanese wrestler as a top star, plus the Live Events Center, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they dip into McNeill's Mailbag in the Torch VIP Forum for some interesting quotes on John Morrison, the 2001 Torch Draft with McNeill & Caldwell comparing which Torch staffers had the best picks, old WCW Saturday Night stories, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-26-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the final Payback hype on Raw in-depth with live callers including speculation on Bullet Club, Finn Balor, and a potential brand split. Also, some NXT Title change talk.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss the death and career of Chyna, and then answer emails from listeners with topics coming out of Raw last night headed into Payback including Randy Orton, Apollo Crews, Baron Corbin, John Cena, A.J. Styles, and Roman Reigns, plus TNA’s financial standing, NXT, and more including a dose of Minnesota sports news at the end.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (4-21-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Jim Ross who shared some insights on recent conversations he had with Chyna plus what it was like dealing with her as her boss in the WWF during Attitude Era, why she left, why she’s not in the Hall of Fame, and more. Then, around 30 minute mark, he spends another 90 minutes talking current events in WWE, Brock Lesnar, Samoa Joe, Roman Reigns, and more including live callers and email questions. He also updates everyone on what he’s up to now.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 18 and 19, 2011.
On the Apr. 18, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Sunday night's TNA Lockdown PPV and then took ten phone calls on a variety of subjects including Lockdown, WWE's Draft, Ric Flair, The Rock, Sin Cara, Mickie James, Edge, and more.
Then on the Apr. 19, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and former WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini took live calls for an hour on a variety of subjects, mostly related to the previous night's Raw, including insight into the Draft process behind the scenes and stories from the past couple drafts such as last-second changes by Vince McMahon, plus the R-Truth smoking gimmick, Michael Cole making Jim Ross kiss his foot, could John Cena jump to Smackdown, Kane's future, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 15, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers Edge's retirement with Caldwell offering his first thoughts in audio form, Hulk Hogan's comments on Edge this week, how WWE's already-thin talent roster is going to have to be addressed, discussion of WWE can address their roster from every possible angle, TNA Impact ratings during the Livecast, Lockdown hype, the usual booking issues in TNA, whether Sin Cara can be a star without speaking or having anyone speak for him, Japanese wrestling culture via a phone call from Tokyo, Chris Jericho's potential future in WWE and how to introduce him (heel or face?), and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed what stars on the current WWE roster could be pushed up to fill main event slots & which stars can be repackaged, plus a preview of the Lockdown PPV, and Greg offered an exclusive preview of his new Gonzo & The Greg VIP Audio show this weekend.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-20-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Kenny Omega vs. Rich Swann on Impact ‘s PPV this weekend and preview the key matches, evaluate Adnan Virk as the new Raw commentator, MLW’s Vice announcement, NXT not taking advantage of potential new viewers on Tuesdays, Cesaro’s push, Karrion Kross, Cesaro, and more, plus Mailbag questions on Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns, the new Charlotte, AEW viewership, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton at WrestleMania with an in-person perspective from Zack
* Roman Reigns vs. C.M. Punk: Thoughts on the match and the follow-up on Raw
* Jacob Fatu stepping up to challenge Roman Reigns
* What did the Cody-Punk interactions mean on Raw and when might they wrestle?
* The C.M. Punk hotel incident with Zack's perspective having seen lack of security for wrestlers in Las Vegas at their hotel
* Darby Allin's AEW Title win
* More in-person observations from WM weekend including fan interactions and Stardom
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 14, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Travis Bryant. They discussed Miz, TNA, John Morrison, Edge, Mickie James, British Bulldog, Awesome Kong, Cole, plus VIP Aftershow on Tough Enough, TNA, and more with live callers and emailers.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-19-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jonny Fairplay of TNA and "Survivor" fame as a guest cohost to talk about the previous night’s Raw, the WWE-NXT dynamic and analysis of the latest call-ups, looking ahead to Payback and Summerslam, Bullet Club, Brock Lesnar, Shinsuke Nakamura, and more. The mixed live calls and emails into the how. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (4-14-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former WWE writer and professional standup comedian and podcaster Matt McCarthy, who returned to the show to talk about NXT Takeover Dallas, WrestleMania 32, Payback, his in-person perspective on being at Raw in L.A. at Staples Center, and everything going on in the world of WWE from the perspective of a pro standup comedian and former WWE employee. Live callers are sprinkled in throughout.
That is followed by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill that same week (4-13-2016) welcoming special guest, TNA Heavyweight Champion Drew Galloway (Drew McIntyre) live from London discussing his TNA Title reign, wanting to defend the title across the world, WWNLive, WWE, and other hot topics with calls and emails.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 13, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill who discussed more aspects of Edge's retirement, Sin Cara's botched push so far, Kurt Angle re-signing with TNA, the potential of major TNA rebranding in the works, McNeill's Event Center, McNeill's weekly look at iPPV offerings, and the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow features questions from McNeill's Mailbag.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 11 and 12, 2011.
On the Apr. 11, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers Larry Sweeney's death, Scott Hall's weekend health issues, Raw tonight, Tough Enough Week 1, Sin Cara Week 1, potential WWE roster cuts, successor to McMahon, how Triple H would fare in charge of creative, Abdullah the Butcher & Billy Graham, and much more.
Then on the Apr. 12, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net, they discuss with live callers Edge's retirement in-depth, his final two-year run in WWE, items from Monday's Raw including the WWE Title picture and R-Truth's inclusion, Keller's clarifications on John Cena's physical look and the Taker-Hunter chair shot from WrestleMania, Tough Enough Week 2, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Trish-Morrison controversy last week, TNA's inevitable re-branding changes, and more topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-15-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They reacted in real time to news of WWE roster cutbacks, AEW Dynamite’s big ratings increase this week, plus they discuss WrestleMania 37, Karrion Kross’s promo, The Young Bucks heel turn, and more from NXT, AEW, Raw, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The pros and cons of the free hours of WrestleMania on ESPN
* Overall evaluation of the WrestleMania line-up
* Comparisons between Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton and C.M. Punk vs. Roman Reigns in terms of build and interest
* Pat McAfee
* Chris Jericho
* AEW Dynasty analysis
* TNA Rebellion PPV analysis
* NXT vs. AEW five years after NXT shifted from Wednesday head-to-head to Tuesdays.
* Is there anything style-wise from NXT's booking and presentation that would benefit the main roster?
* Is there a wrestler from TNA that would fit in well and help AEW?
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 7 and 8, 2011.
On the Apr. 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell takes live phone calls for 60+ minutes covering WWE's announced business changes today, Triple H heading up talent recruitment, what kind of talent WWE might recruit under Hunter, the next WWE main-eventer and if he's currently on the roster, Superstars's finale and how it could affect the roster, the next 12 months with John Cena and The Rock, The Corre's unexplainable booking, why tag team & women's wrestling aren't featured in WWE, the chairshot controversy with Triple H and The Undertaker, and more.
Then on the Apr. 8, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers Smackdown, Impact ratings breaking news analysis, John Morrison and Trish Stratus story, way-too-early Money in the Bank predictions for June PPV, possible Sin Cara-Rey Mysterio match at WM28, outside-the-box storyline build for John Cena vs. Rock at WM28 e.g. 50-Week Challenge, Triple H's TV future, Corre's standing on Smackdown and why they'll probably stick around for a while, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Nexus's future and potential ways to re-start the group, the upcoming three-hour Raws and potential themes and analysis of why WWE and USA continue to use three-hour Raws, and potential conclusions to the Raw GM storyline.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-12-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by “Saturday Morning Wrestling’s” Jim Valley, also of the VIP Wayback Playback weekly audio show and the “Total Chaos” Attitude Era radio show available to VIP members. Valley is live on site at Cauliflower Alley Club for their annual banquet discussing who he had rubbed elbows with, and then we hand over topics to callers who discuss primarily all of the happenings on Raw the night before.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They answered emails from listeners with topics coming out of Raw last night on A.J. Styles, Bullet Club, Roman Reigns, Shane McMahon, and much more, plus TNA’s future, ROH-EVOLVE-WWE and Jeff Jarrett’s Global Force Gold.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (4-7-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former WWE and TNA pro wrestler Matt Morgan who returns to talk about WrestleMania 32 and the Roman Reigns push, A.J. Styles’s hair and music, who he’d push as a lead babyface, challenges of being a big man in the industry that is leaning more toward smaller wrestlers, and more including live callers and email questions.
That is followed by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill that same week (4-6-2016) welcoming special guests PWTorch specialist Shawn Valentino and former Prowrestling.net contributor Rich Twilling discussing their WrestleMania 32 weekend live experience. Plus, live calls, emails, and more fun on the Livecast!
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 6, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed with live callers WrestleMania, Monday's Raw, Rock-Cena hype for WrestleMania 28, whether Rock is being sabotaged, the overlooked aspect of the 2011 Royal Rumble winner Alberto Del Rio opening WrestleMania, concerns with current WWE product, fate of Superstars after Thursday, Sin Cara's debut reflective of WWE's lack of direction & planning, Lockdown line-up, the Lockdown Line-Up Guessing Game, Miz vs. Cena continuing, Jon Moxley in WWE, McNeill's Live Events Center, and a new weekly feature - Criteria To Determine Whether You Should You Have An Internet PPV. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they take McNeill Zone Thread questions on Miss USA on Tough Enough, a potential WM28 Stars vs. Legends theme, and the Austin-Miz confrontation on Raw.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 4 and 5, 2011.
On the Apr. 4, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed WrestleMania 27 and look at the strengths and weaknesses, plus talked with callers for an hour focused primarily on WrestleMania and its fallout.
Then on the Apr. 5, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discussed the previous night's Raw including whether Rock has lost steam, whether John Cena undercut Rock, how Cena definitely diminished the value of the WWE Title and heel beatdowns, plus did the Dome take away from WrestleMania more than it helped, what comes next for WWE without the WM buzz, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they talk about the great debut episode of Tough Enough and more WrestleMania-related topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-8-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They begin with a review of Smackdown including Edge’s follow-up promo to his turn, the Daniel Bryan vs. Jey Uso main event, and Logan Paul with Sami Zayn. Then a full review of the final Raw before WrestleMania including Drew McIntyre’s promo, Miz and Morrison spray-painting Bad Bunny’s car, Drew vs. King Corbin, and Braun Strowman and Shane McMahon in a verbal battle. And then a preview of all announced matches at both nights of WrestleMania. From there, they analyze the Wednesday ratings and how viewership patterns could change starting next week. Then they discuss NXT Takeover “Stand & Deliver: Night 1” headlined by Raquel Gonzalez beating Io Shirai for the NXT Title and a standout Tommaso Ciampa vs. Walter match. Then they review AEW Dynamite including the apparent heel turn of The Young Bucks on Jon Moxley, Chris Jericho’s featured promo about The Pinnacle, Christian’s latest promo with the Taz overture, and more. Also, is Lulu Lemon a store for yoga wear or a flavor of Girl Scout Cookie?
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch's Chris Lansdell, making his long-awaited Flagship debut. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to the WrestleMania's night 1 and night 2 line-ups release: Did WWE load WrestleMania night 2 at expense of night 1? Did they make good choices for the ESPN
simulcast first hours?
* What key element is WrestleMania 42 missing and was it avoidable?
* AEW Dynasty line-up so far a good counter to WrestleMania's weakness
* Thoughts on the Pat McAfee debacle
* Chris Jericho's return to AEW and how can he be useful for AEW this time?
* Mailbag topic: Is AEW building for the future and what does the state of their original Four Pillars say?
* A preview of AEW Dynamite
* New Japan's resurgence
* A Foodie discussion closes out the free portion of the show
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 3, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers the entire WrestleMania 27 PPV immediately after its conclusion looking at the PPV from a variety of perspectives and covering each of the matches that filled out the nearly five hour event with a brutal main event. Every possible angle macro & micro about Mania, WWE's product, where they go from here, etc. is broken down throughout the fast-moving Livecast.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-5-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions with an in-depth analysis of first Raw after WrestleMania 32 with callers including what WWE is up to with Roman Reigns, the loss and win for A.J. Styles on back-to-back nights, the influx of NXT wrestlers, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason react to a series of email questions and topics regarding the fallout from WrestleMania 32 on both WWE’s main roster and NXT.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (3-31-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show host (circa late 1980s to mid-’90s), former wrestling convention and promoter and wrestler, and now country music act manager John Arezzi discussing WM32 and a remarkable story regarding dealing with Ultimate Warrior in the 1990s. Live callers and email questions are sprinkled in.
That is followed by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill that same week (3-30-2016) welcoming special guests Lance Hoyt, Ian Ricaboni from ROH, David Fuller from the ROH, and Joel Gertner from the ECW Alumni Page to the pre-WrestleMania Wednesday Livecast Extravaganza with live callers and emails.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Apr. 1, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops. They discussed with live callers WrestleMania hype & build-up - both positives & negatives. Also, breaking news analysis of Impact ratings, The Rock's involvement in Mania, news of Sting claiming he was offered a WWE deal, Hulk Hogan's persona in 2011 vs. early 2010, whether Mania will draw 1.0 million buys, whether there will be blood in the Taker-Hunter Mania match, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they break down the entire WM27 line-up where emphasis is more on spectacle and outside participants than the matches, review the Hall of Fame class, and cover a 20-years ago Torch back-issue reporting on the WrestleMania 7 build-up.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 30, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed with live callers the WrestleMania 27 line-up, final hype on Monday's WWE Raw, announcers for WM27, what the main event could one should be, Brock Lesnar's wrestling talk promoting UFC's TUF, Bret Hart on the WrestleMania build-up, Best/Worst WrestleMania matches & PPVs & box office results, ROH and FCW talk, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, hey took Listener Mail questions from the Pat McNeill Zone of the VIP Forum covering a wide variety of old and current topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-1-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discussed WrestleMania 37’s build and potential to be great, reflections on AEW-NXT Wednesday War, AEW and NXT viewership this week, AEW Dark Elevation crossing the line into too much AEW content each week, NXT Takeover, and ROH 19th Anniversary PPV reflections.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch's Sean Radican. They discuss these topics:
* WrestleMania 42's undercard taking shape finally, with some standout moments to look for that could be career-boosting.
* Thoughts on Oba Femi-Brock Lesnar build and what kind of match they should have
* A look at the phases or chapters of ROH over the decades and comparing it to the opportunity Paul Levesque has with the new class of rising potential centerpiece or main event stars after this year's WrestleMania
* AEW Dynasty's top three matches and thoughts in particular on Kenny Omega, Jon Moxley, and Will Ospreay heading into the PPV
* New Japan's resurgence with the New Japan Cup and four top stars in particular, and a preview of New Japan Sakura Genesis this weekend on New Japan World
* Mailbag topics on WWE's treatment of Matt Cardona, WrestleMania's undercard, and whether Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar is the "real" main event of WrestleMania this year
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 25 and 28, 2011.
On the Mar. 25, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell takes live phone calls for 60+ minutes discussing last night's TNA Impact trying to make sense of what TNA is doing, breaking news analysis of the Impact ratings, late in the show - breaking news story on Kurt Angle's arrest reported by TMZ, potential crowd reactions to John Cena-Rock-Miz on Monday's Raw and also at WrestleMania, whether WWE and TNA will change their PPV business model over time, and much more.
Then on the Mar. 28, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss various WrestleMania 27 subjects right before Raw including The Rock's comments that indicate he'll actually wrestle again, Triple H's history in WrestleManias, Rock's movie career, Punk-Orton, and more with live callers throughout the hour.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-29-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions with an in-depth analysis of final Raw hype for WrestleMania 32 with callers including an in-person report from someone who attended Raw in Brooklyn.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason react to a series of email questions and topics focused almost exclusively on last night’s WWE Raw and WrestleMania 32 expectations and predictions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (3-24-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Gabe Sapolsky discussing the burgeoning Evolve-WWE relationship, Evolve live events WrestleMania Weekend, the breaking news of Daniel Bryan pulling out of his upcoming WWE appearances, and his experiences with three different generations of indy wrestlers and how they have changed the last couple decades, how he is changing the style of wrestling he promotes, and much more – all mixed with live callers.
That is followed by Wade's interview with University of East West Alabama Journalism Professor Will Nevin – who is also a long-time PWTorch reader and pro wrestling fan – giving an expert perspective on the legal dynamics and First Amendment issues at play in the Hulk Hogan-Gawker lawsuit. This show includes live callers.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 24, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks took live calls for one hour on a variety of subject including the new WrestleMania box set Chyna vs. Glamazon in a shoot fight, Booker T or William Regal on color at WrestleMania, great heat for WrestleMania matches, Kevin Nash at WrestleMania, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they compared Smackdown's WM hype to Raw's WM hype and also the more likely prospects now of The Rock returning to the ring and who his potential opponents could be.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 22, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell who'd discussed the previous night's WWE Raw and took live calls for an hour including questions on the Hall of Fame, Mick Foley, Randy Orton's bus, Christian's future, ROH, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed TNA Impact and Jeff Hardy in-depth, plus DGUSA's move to Internet PPVs.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-23-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss Raw from the night before and take live calls for an hour including questions on the Hall of Fame, Vince McMahon’s attitude toward Eric Bischoff and WCW, Mick Foley, Randy Orton’s bus, Christian’s future, ROH, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss TNA Impact and Jeff Hardy in-depth, plus DGUSA’s move to Internet PPVs.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Analysis of Randy Orton's follow-up on turn against Cody Rhodes and whether he cemented himself being cheered
* Swerve Strickland vs. Kenny Omega with no. 1 contendership stakes
* Is the Tony Khan "fictional character in charge of AEW" a truly awful human being (or just a non-confrontational forgiving person to a fault)?
* Who can step up in AEW Women's Division with Toni Storm out of action rest of year
* The overall WrestleMania line-up landscape and how it's taking shape
* C.M. Punk and Roman Reigns (and a case for banning the term "old school" in certain contexts)
* Would this have been a good year to push some younger stars against Roman and Punk and Cody and Drew and Orton instead (and why bookers are scared to do it too early)?
* Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi
* Damien Priest and R-Truth as tag champs and WWE's overall tag division push
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 18 and 21, 2011.
On the Mar. 18, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell took live phone calls for 60 minutes discussing a variety of macro and micro topics for a very expansive episode, including breaking news analysis of Impact ratings, Impact last night, WWE's reactive response to GLAAD, the potential for Jim Ross to call a match or matches at WrestleMania 27, The Rock appearing on Raw before Mania, how WWE is using the mid-card roster at WrestleMania, Superstars's future or non-future, whether the wrestling business has benefited 30 years removed from WrestleMania by going national with Pros & Cons discussed, the future of wrestling 10-15 years from now and how much a shallow talent pool could affect that, whether a new big player will step up to be a #2 competing against WWE, the four keys to a big player competing vs. WWE, and more.
Then on the Mar. 21, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers that night's Raw, live comments on Chris Jericho on "Dancing with the Stars," who calls WrestleMania 27, whether Shawn Michaels will have a role at WrestleMania, Triple H's conditioning, live report from a caller who attended Saturday's Raw house show at MSG, history of masked wrestlers and why Abdullah the Butcher never went to WWE, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-22-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions looking at the previous night’s puzzling and preposterous penultimate episode of Raw before WrestleMania 32.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed a range of topics suggested by emails from listeners including more on Raw and WrestleMania 32, plus some reaction to the departures of Eric Young and Robert Roode from TNA.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (3-17-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked with ex-WWE writer Matt McCarthy about these topics: WrestleMania 32 hype, Shane McMahon-Undertaker, Brock Lesnar-Dean Ambrose, Roderick Strong’s slur, PWG, Roman Reigns’s Tweet response to a critical fan, and more with live callers and email questions.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 17, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers the "True Story of WrestleMania" DVD after Parks viewed the documentary, Monday's Raw, potential Hall of Fame last-minute add-ins, who should induct current HOF inductees, a hypothetical WWE Roast and who would make good roast candidates, recent Chris Jericho & Rey Mysterio & John Cena Tweets of significance, Jeff Hardy-TNA situation, how TNA will handle it on Impact tonight, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the quality vs. quantity of wrestling on TV, State of Smackdown, potential WrestleMania match involving The Corre, potential WM27 opening match, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 16, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls for an hour including early reviews for the WrestleMania DVD, the Jeff Hardy situation, the Miz-Rock-Cena developments, Sin Cara's potential debut, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer McNeill Mailbag questions including a long discussion on greatest tag team eras, Randy Orton's future after WrestleMania, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-11-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Greg Parks. They discuss the latest WrestleMania line-up and how few “special attractions” there are this year compared to prior years. They evaluate the tip matches so far including evaluating Drew McIntyre challenging Bobby Lashley and the pros and cons of the course they’ve taken so far with the title situation.
They also talk about whether we’re headed toward a Braun Strowman-Shane McMahon cinematic match at WrestleMania now that their first match has been scheduled for Fastlane. Also, is Edge losing momentum and should Danel Bryan be involved in the match at WrestleMania to give it more star power and a wrestler who’s actually wrestling regularly. They discuss the women’s title matches at WrestleMania and the Raw Tag Team Title news.
Then they shift to some talk about the WWE Network transition to Peacock, AEW Revolution fallout including the Inner Circle-MJF angle and the signing of Christian, assessing the AEW-NXT Wednesday battle after 18 months, whether Impact has benefited from the AEW relationship, is Tony Khan in danger of going down the path of other executives who get infatuated with being on-air characters, and finally a look at Pro Wrestling Most Influential People starting with Vince McMahon and Tony Khan.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist.
* Ronda Rousey's debut for AEW at Revolution on Sunday, the social media reaction, Rousey's baggage, and her potential to help AEW (and Toni Storm, in particular)
* More social media controversies regarding WWE assigning people to watch AEW, Ricochet's comment to a detractor regarding his MS, and Britt Baker on her AEW status
* The Randy Orton appearance on Raw and thoughts on his turn on Cody Rhodes and the story they're telling
* The latest with C.M. Punk and Roman Reigns on Raw, and in particular points that were scored by each
* More WWE notes on AAA relationship, Dominik benefiting from AAA, Penta, Judgment Day, and Oba Femi-Brock Lesnar-Paul Heyman-Seth Rollins
* Will Ospreay's return to action on AEW Dynamite tomorrow
* A preview of Dynamite announced matches
* Overall thoughts on AEW Revolution
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* Was AEW a big moment of growth for them compared to WWE given the energy in the building and the big surprises and just how much more of an event it felt like compared to WWE PLEs?
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 15, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Prowrestling.net's Jason Powell. They took live calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including a focus on Sunday night's TNA Victory Road main event mess with Jeff Hardy vs. Sting, the previous night's Raw including the latest WrestleMania hype, and a variety of other subjects brought up by callers.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed in-depth most segments of Raw.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-15-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions looking at preview night’s Raw, Roadblock, the Vince-Shane-Undertaker summit, the Brock Lesnar-Dean Ambrose hype, Triple H’s chance of turning babyface soon, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed a range of topics suggested by emails from listeners including more on Raw, Roadblock, WrestleMania 32, and beyond WrestleMania 32, plus ROH and TNA topics.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (3-10-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomes Brian Fritz, who interviewed Vince McMahon this week at the press conference announcing WrestleMania was coming back to Orlando, Fla. next week. He talks about his history in wrestling reporting, his approach to interviewing Vince McMahon, in person impressions of Vince at age 70, Roman Reigns’s push, the video game/pro wrestling connection, and speculation on the WM33 line-up and where various returning injured names might land, who among the new crop could be featured, and what’s likely for John Cena, Undertaker, and Roman Reigns. A mix of questions via email and phone call were included.
Then, in a bonus segment from the previous day, PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomed former WCW star Disco Inferno back to the Livecast for a full-length interview discussing the latest pro wrestling happenings, his philosophy on what’s wrong with today’s wrestlers, working with upcoming stars, and more topics with live calls and emails.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 11 and 14, 2011.
On the Mar. 11, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact, the hype for Victory Road, Mr. Anderson's promos on Impact vs. Before the Bell, Bully Ray's strong character definition, TNA overall lacking a foundation for their characters, a potential WrestleMania 27 line-up from top to bottom, the WM27 opening match, plus a good amount of ROH talk covering the State of ROH.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Raw in-depth and look ahead to Monday's Raw, discuss potential Rock-Cena-Miz booking scenarios at WrestleMania including a scenario where Miz walks out still WWE champion, plus discussion of the ill-fated NXT Season 5 that launched on Tuesday.
Then on the Mar. 14, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers last night's TNA PPV, the Jeff Hardy situation in TNA and the lack of accountability in TNA, where TNA goes from here with Hardy, potential stipulation for Taker-Hunter at WrestleMania, Raw tonight, Snooki's involvement, Rock Tweeting on "face to face" with Cena, whether WWE is hurting Cena with the Rock feud, similarities & differences between UFC buying Strikeforce and pro wrestling buy-outs, Hulk Hogan the least marketable he's been since early 1980s, Abyss's TV future, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW Revolution PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by independent pro wrestling reporter and analyst Stephanie Chase to preview the entire line-up. They begin with an assessment of AEW overall during the first ten weeks of 2026 and then march through the card starting with MJF vs. "Hangman" Adam Page and Jon Moxley vs. Konosuke Takeshita. They also discuss the state of the Women's Division, Brody King's push, and more.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily AEW Revolution.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 8 and 9, 2011.
On the Mar. 8, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Prowrestling.net's Jason Powell took live calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including many aspects of last night's Raw plus last week's Impact.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed John Cena's latest rap response to The Rock, potential Cena heel turn, Dolph Zipper's move to Raw, and much more.
Then on the Mar. 9, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers Monday's Raw, Cena's promo, whether Rock should & will be live in the building on a future Raw before Mania, Raw & SD & Impact ratings, TNA's thrown-together PPV line-up for Sunday, Tuesday's Smackdown taping Caldwell attended live, whether Shelton Benjamin has a future in WWE, Hunter-Taker's placement on the WrestleMania line-up, NXT Season 5 and looking ahead to NXT6, McNeill's Live Events Center, Snooki on Raw next week, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they take McNeill Listener Thread Mailbag questions on WCW nostalgia, ugly wrestlers, Candyman, and other current topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-11-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the NXT announcements including the pros and cons of a two-night Takeover, the latest on the transition from WWE Network to Peacock, the state of the WrestleMania line-up and whether it can come together as a WM-worthy show, evaluating the latest angles with Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan and Edge, the rise of Bobby Lashley to WWE Title holder in WM season, AEW’s reaction to the lame finish to the Barbed Wire Death Match conclusion, whether Kenny Omega is way off the ideal track as a character already, Christian’s first two appearances for AEW, the Inner Circle angle, odd stuff on AEW Dynamite that jumps out as amateurish and sloppy, is AEW expanding to too many hours a week, the Shane McMahon-Braun Strowman storyline, some talk about the Omega-Impact angle and the merging of the Impact and TNA titles, and whether ROH is the cleansing experience for frustrated wrestling fans right now.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* The likelihood of Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania, how the match could go and the pros and cons of different paths
* Who will be a bigger star in 2-3 years - Bron Breaker and Oba Femi
* AEW Revolution preview including thoughts on PPV length and whether a shorter PPV this time or next time could win over some WWE fans looking for a happy medium between WWE's ESPN PLE format and AEW's 4+ hour wrestling-dense events
* The Cody Rhodes WWE Title win and whether it appears WWE will turn him heel and whether that would be prudent
* The prospects for the build to Cody vs. Randy Orton to be more interesting than Drew vs. Cody
* Rhea Ripley-Jade Cargill build and whether Jade should have been first choice to headline WrestleMania
* A.J. Lee impressions headed into WrestleMania
* Bayley's latest push
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 4 and 7, 2011.
On the Mar. 4, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact in-depth, breaking news analysis of Impact ratings & quarter-hour ratings, Impact looking big-league in an arena setting, Sting's return and evaluating him as TNA champion, Kurt Angle with an ax, the value of mid-card titles in 2011, plus tons of nostalgia topics including early '90s WWF scandals and Hulk Hogan in WCW. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they break down the Torch Newsletter back-issue from 20 years ago (Issue #110) and discuss Jim Duggan, Bob Armstrong, and other potential inductees into the 2011 WWE Hall of Fame.
Then on the Mar. 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Steve Austin and The Rock comparisons in Attitude Era vs. March 2011, how John Cena should respond to Rock on Raw, Austin's potential role at WrestleMania, guesses for Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler special referee, Snooki's involvement on next week's Raw, preview of Cena's response to Rock on Raw, perspective on Jerry Lawler-Jimmy Hart from Memphis and Andy Kaufman, how vital Vince McMahon was to Austin's success in Attitude Era, Sunny's Hall of Fame induction and whether she "deserves" it, Kane's random babyface turn, plus details on Keller's Torch Talk with DDP.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-8-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions looking at the previous night’s Raw, the hype for Roadblock, and how this all affects WrestleMania 32, plus some notes on WrestleMania 33’s host city announcement.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed a range of topics suggested by emails from listeners including the UFC women’s division, more on the hype for a possible backlash from Roadblock, the Hulk Hogan-Gawker trial, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (3-3-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomed Mick Foley back to the show to discuss his WrestleMania Dream Vacation content, stories from the road, his funnest matches pre-WWF and during his WWF run, in-depth on the WWE women’s division including Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch, and Bayley, thoughts on Shane McMahon’s return, new developments in his relationship with Vince McMahon, thoughts on his run as a color commentator, what he’s going to volunteer to do for Vince McMahon right after the show, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 2 and 3, 2011.
On the Mar. 2, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers the top stories from Monday's Raw and Tuesday's NXT, why the Cena-Miz build-up has more issues than the promo content, referee for Cole-Lawler at WrestleMania (Austin?!), potential WrestleMania 27 announcers, where Brodus Clay could fit in on the main WWE roster, Johnny Curtis or Kaval on TV longer?, potential NXT 5 concepts (serious and not-so-serious), Dixie Carter as the face of TNA, McNeill's Weekly Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss McNeill's TNA house show experience over the weekend and taken Listener Mail questions from the McNeill Zone in the VIP Forum.
Then on the Mar. 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they take calls for an hour including Hilary Clinton's comments about pro wrestling, Bret Hart and Hulk Hogan's Twitter war, the history of dark matches in WWE and why they have them, TNA's TV format, Ezekiel Jackson's push, and more, plus in the VIP Aftershow a discussion on Greg attending the Raw TV event on Monday and his review of Chris Jericho's book.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 1, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discussed Raw from the night before, Triple H speaking, Rock appearing from across the country, John Cena making more gay jokes, Chris Jericho congratulating himself in third person, Raw's rating, and more with live callers.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-4-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest co-host Matt McCarthy from the “We Watch Wrestling” podcast. The professional stand-up comedian and two-time former WWE Creative Team member gives his thoughts on the various possibilities for AEW’s “huge, huge” signing that will be revealed on Sunday at the PPV. They also talk about Bobby Lashley’s WWE Title win and where he fits into WrestleMania now, what Matt would like to see Roman Reigns do differently, how Matt feels about the NXT attempts at comedy with Cameron Grimes and The Way-Dexter Lumis sagas, a preview of AEW Revolution, and more.
Also, a bonus section featuring Cody Rhodes’s media Q&A from yesterday including his reaction to the report of NXT moving to Tuesday nights, PWTorch columnist Rich Fann’s question on developing new stars and why Cody called it a “romantic way of describing him,” the new AEW Elevation show, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Assessing the state of the WWE Title path to WrestleMania from Randy Orton winning the Chamber to Drew McIntyre vs. Orton this Friday to Cody Rhodes' role and what match (or matches) will involve the WWE Title going into WrestleMania?
* Is some of the "chaos" in the lead-up to WrestleMania being amplified by WWE to create footage for the next season of "WWE Unreal"?
* Does the Roman Reigns-C.M. Punk pseudo-shoot exchange come with a price as Reigns insults Punk's fans and Punk brings Reigns's deceased father into it?
* What's going on with Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill online and should management be stepping in sooner to quell it or at least finesse it into something productive without negative side effects for both wrestlers?
* Is Danhausen a good fit for WWE and did things go better on Raw than the PLE?
* AEW's early 2026 key storylines including Jon Moxley's character, Thekla vs. Thunder Rosa on Dynamite, the lack of sufficient introductions of Gabe Kidd and especially Clark Connors, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 25 and 28, 2011.
On the Feb. 25, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussed with live callers Sting, Sting, and more Sting related to WWE and TNA, the previous night's Impact and breaking news analysis of Impact ratings, potential new opponents for Sting in TNA, WrestleMania 27 and 28, where Mistico could fit in WWE long-term and where he might be one year from now, Chris Jericho's recent comments that he believes Chris Benoit nearly tore down the wrestling business, and more.
Then on the Feb. 28, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed Smackdown's ratings surge, the approach Rock and John Cena were taking in promos, whether Miz was a third wheel, which wrestlers deserved to be in the WWE Hall of Fame who might not get in for other reasons, might Diesel return to WWE TV, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-1-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions looking at last night’s Raw, the addition of WWE Roadblock to the schedule, Undertaker’s promo with Vince McMahon, Stephanie’s follow-up to Shane, Y2AJ, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed Dean Ambrose, ROH’s PPV and roster depth, Lucha Underground’s new distribution deal, TNA Impact and the EC3-Matt Hardy feud, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (2-25-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomed Jim Ross back to the show for well over two hours of in-depth discussion on Shane McMahon’s return and the McMahon family dynamic, Steve Austin’s potential role at WM32, the WM32 line-up in general, the conundrum with Roman Reigns and whether he should turn heel, Jim Ross’s latest projects coming up with New Japan and CBS Sports boxing events, and much more including live callers and email topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 23 and 24, 2011.
On the Feb. 23, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill, they take a record number of calls most of the hour on the current events this week including WrestleMania, The Rock, Triple H-Undertaker, TNA's big surprise, WWE Hall of Fame, Seth Rollins call-up timeline, and more.
In the VIP Aftershow, besides the McNeill Event Center update, they answer email and VIP Forum questions on other topics including whether the McMahons will ever be inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame.
Then on the Feb. 24, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers Mistico's breaking news signing with WWE right at the top of the show, then take numerous calls on Sting and his role in TNA, how it compares to being a one-off attraction in WWE vs. just another returning legend with the law of diminishing returns in TNA, TNA's Super Surprise Shocker on Impact, WrestleMania 27 with Triple H vs. Undertaker, what should be the WrestleMania main event?, Sheamus at WM, Awesome Kong, Who will be in the Hall of Fame first - Warrior or Jake Roberts, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the high level of interest in Sting, more on TNA's current product, Chris Jericho's future and how/when to reintroduce him, the overall state of WWE's product and concerns that Taker, Hunter, and Rock can't cover, plus more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 21 and 22, 2011.
On the Feb. 21, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers John Cena's potential response to The Rock on Monday's Raw, a full preview of Raw, Rock's role in WrestleMania build-up, vintage Rock interview for VIP members and historical perspective on Rock's career, a potential Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler WrestleMania match, how Christian could fit in the Edge-Del Rio WrestleMania build-up, concussion and steroid issues, wrestler health discussed in-depth, and more.
Then on the Feb. 22, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took ten live phone calls for most of the live hour on a variety of subjects including primarily a reaction to big angles on the previous night's Raw and looked ahead to WrestleMania. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they compared that year's WrestleMania to the previous year's line-up, plus frustration with TNA repeating the same mistakes and getting the same lousy results.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-25-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discussed the following topics:
* The signing of Paul Wight by AEW, whether it’s a worthwhile signing, how it could go right or go wrong, and more aspects of the story.
* A full review of AEW Dynamite including revisiting the Matt Hardy-Hangman Page angle last week in light of Hardy posting a video rebuttal of Wade’s criticism last week.
* A full review of NXT on USA including the Adam Cole-Roderick Strong angle.
* A review of UFC including the big upset victory for Derrick Lewis last weekend and then a preview of this weekend’s show.
* A review of a busy week of New Japan events and a look ahead.
* A review of Smackdown including the latest with Roman Reigns and Edge.
* A review of Raw including the first week of Miz as champion and the continued push of Bobby Lashley.
* Impressions from Sasha Banks’s interview with Steve Austin on WWE Network.
* A review of Blood Sport with Jon Moxley.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* The Bronson Reed injury and how it shakes out for Logan Paul and Austin Theory as a result
* The MJF-"Hangan" Adam Page "stipulation" angle being overly complex and poorly explained
* Mailbag Topic: Blake Monroe/Mariah May overrated?
* Mailbag Topic: Is Johnny Gargano's gimmick basically he is distraught he's not in AEW?
* Becky Lynch-A.J. Lee story and what's just off about it
* Paul Levesque's booking of women based around interplay with a partner rather than singular focused goals and how it's left him without WrestleMania worthy matches
* The murky lay of the land for WrestleMania
* The Brock Lesnar open challenge and options for him
* Drew McIntyre's options for his title defense at WrestleMania, PWTorch poll response to that topic, and options for various wrestlers in the mix
* Swerve Strickland's heel turn in AEW
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 16 and 17, 2011.
On the Feb. 16, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss a variety of topics including The Rock and what might happen from here, Vince McMahon, the Mystery G.M., Undertaker video, and A.J. Styles, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Mailbag includes a question on bad ring outfits.
Then on the Feb. 17, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell took live phone calls for 60 minutes discussing The Rock's role at WrestleMania 27, whether Rock will wrestle down the road, how Rock could play a role in the potential Cena-Miz WWE Title match at WrestleMania 27, Rock's promo broken down related to Cena, two different scenarios to book Miz-Jerry Lawler at Elimination Chamber, 2011 Hall of Fame, the digital age affecting the pro wrestling business and future PPV business, why WWE made roster cuts in 2010, Tough Enough's mainstream appeal and why Miss USA was announced as the first contestant, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-23-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions looking at Shane McMahon’s return, the Roman Reigns-Hunter angle, WrestleMania 32 speculation, Raw & Fastlane talk with callers, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered a range of email topics largely centered around Shane McMahon, Undertaker, and other Fastlane, Raw, and WrestleMania 32 topics. A look at the on-air and behind-the-scenes angles on Shane’s return plus some Raw ratings analysis.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (2-18-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Ethan Carter III (EC3) for a full hour live interview with live callers discussing his time in WWE Developmental, his experiences around Daniel Bryan, the TNA creative process this year, how worried he was about TNA’s future, how much of his character is improvised by him, his picks for new TNA talent acquisitions, and more.
Then, a bonus flashback (2-13-2016), PWTorch contributor Jim Valley presented episode #4 of the “Saturday Morning Wrestling” edition of the PWTorch Livecast with live calls and nostalgia featuring live talk with Memphis Wrestling historian Mark James, plus calls.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 14 and 15, 2011.
On the Feb. 14, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers tonight's Raw, predictions on the WrestleMania 27 guest host (The Rock, Barker, Bieber, someone bigger), plus why The Rock won't wrestle again, Triple H's potential return, Hunter's career on the line vs. Taker at WM27?, TNA's Against All Odds PPV and the incompetent things they do, putting the TNA Title back on Jeff Hardy, Jerry Lawler's family situation and how WWE will address it on Raw, WWE financials announced on Thursday, potential 2011 WWE Hall of Fame candidates, a second/third-generation edition of NXT Season 5?, and more.
Then on the Feb. 15, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed The Rock's return and his potential roles at WrestleMania, plus PPV pricing, Elimination Chamber speculation, Raw reaction, and in the VIP Aftershow TNA PPV talk, ideas for Vince Russo to improve without his crutches, Chris Jericho book review, and more thoughts on Raw and Rock.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 10 and 11, 2011.
On the Feb. 10, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, discussed the WWE Financials just released today, then take live calls with a lot of people chipping in on how WWE could improve business, plus WrestleMania predictions and speculation. In the VIP Aftershow they discuss TNA Impact's big angles last week.
Then on the Feb. 11, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell took phone calls for 66 minutes on the previous night's TNA Impact, the Impact ratings, Eric Bischoff's show-opening promo capturing everything wrong with TNA's writing, WrestleMania 27 lacking star power, how WWE can quickly try to make up for a lack of marque "this is WrestleMania" matches, a potential Triple H vs. Undertaker WM27 match, more buzz for WM28 right now, how WWE can build for WM28 using this year's Mania, a potential WrestleMania 27 card with attraction matches involving Big Show and Wade Barrett, top Black pro wrestling stars of all-time, Sting's all-time best opponents, Vader in the early 1990s, DDP stalker angle in WWE, whether WWE and/or TNA will restore secondary titles, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-18-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss potential winners for both Elimination Chamber matches, NXT Takeover and Adam Cole’s turn, Seth Rollins’ return, Kenny Omega’s presentation compared to Roman Reigns lately, the new Exploding Barbed Wire stipulation for Kenny Omega vs. Jon Moxley, the Lacey Evans pregnancy, Sting taking a big powerbomb from Brian Cage, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* Can C.M. Punk and Finn Balor both benefit from their Elimination Chamber match?
* Mailbag Topic: Can a stipulation elevate the potential Drew McIntyre vs. Cody Rhodes match at WrestleMania?
* Does WWE have any other match to offer as the WWE Title match than a rerun of Drew vs. Cody? What options exist? Should they swing wildly and have Je'Von Evans win the Chamber to shake up the status quo? Should they expand to a Triple Threat or Fatal 4-Way?
* Mailbag Topic: What woman's match could actually headline night 1 of WrestleMania? A.J. Lee vs. Becky Lynch? Jade Cargill vs. Charlotte or Rhea Ripley or other?
* The Big Mystery Box in WWE - Chris Jericho or a WrestleMania mascot or what?
* Kenny Omega vs. Swerve Strickland on Dynamite
* The MJF-Brody King saga from media coverage to anti-ICE chants to the booking of the feud to what's next for Brody King?
* Wheeler Yuta's hair loss
* Kris Statlander, Thekla, and Toni Storm's next moves
* TNA's first month or so on AMC and how they shook things up without overhauling the roster
* Mailbag Topic: Kit Wilson's gimmick, why Greg doesn't like it, and Wade's case why it's not really just a laughing matter (even if Kit pulls it off great).
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Feb. 9, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers WrestleMania 28 announced for Miami and whether The Rock is the leading candidate as the 2012 Hall of Fame inductee, WrestleMania 27 match possibilities involving Undertaker, theories on why the 2/21/11 video could be Sting, where Sting could fit in in TNA, the WrestleMania guest host mystery likely being Rock, The Ultimate Fighter (Brock Lesnar) vs. Tough Enough (Steve Austin) this spring, TNA's PPV this weekend, McNeill's Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they take McNeill VIP Mailbag questions on potential WrestleMania celebrities, all-time best Raw TV matches, Shawn Michaels as a future Tough Enough trainer, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-16-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell talked about Monday Night Raw, the Big Show vs. Braun Strowman main event, latest developments in Fastlane hype including the Roman Reigns-Dean Ambrose dynamic, WrestleMania 32 speculation, WWE financials, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered a range of email topics and other big subjects including WWE Financials, why Vince McMahon has picked Roman Reigns over Dean Ambrose, the resurgence of TNA Impact Wrestling, ROH’s contracts and whether their booking and TV shows are where they should be, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (2-11-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Homicide to discuss Daniel Bryan. Homicide was around Bryan during his early years in ROH. He shares some great anecdotes and insights into Bryan as an opponent and a colleague backstage.
Then, another interview from that week (2-10-2016), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill interviewed former WWE & WCW star/current TNA star “Hurricane” Shane Helms with live callers on numerous topics ranging from his former career to current run on TNA television.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Feb. 8, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers Monday's WWE Raw in-depth from top to bottom, Sting likely shifting toward TNA rather than WWE, R-Truth's botch and a potential new heel gimmick for him, the mystery videos on Raw hinting at Undertaker - legit or swerve?, the mystery WrestleMania guest host - Rock or Brock a better host?, breaking news analysis of Raw TV ratings, Booker T's first week on Smackdown - is it a short-term or long-term gig?, Triple H's return - will it happen before or even after WrestleMania?, Michael Cole's heel role as an announcer, a debate in the Santino vs. Del Rio booking on Raw, and a ton more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Parks take more phone calls on Santino-Del Rio, Triple H, TNA's TV Title and whether they should hold a tournament, and more. They also discuss C.M. Punk's interaction with Cena and Orton on Raw, the overall state of WrestleMania 27 hype and build-up, Dolph Ziggler's role in the main event slot on Smackdown, predictions on who will be cut from NXT tonight, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 4 and 7, 2011.
On the Feb. 4, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers TNA's "they" revelation on Impact, how the angle played out and how it could play out in future episodes, crowd reactions in the Impact Zone, an exclusive health update on Sir Oliver Humperdink from Brian, potential booking at Elimination Chamber leading to WrestleMania, how Mistico will fit in WWE, whether Alberto Del Rio's post-Rumble decision was announced too early, historically bad marquee matches at WrestleMania, role of managers in 2011, Lex Luger's ill-fated match to Summerslam '93, and other Nostalgia questions. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss two 20-years ago Torch Newsletters from the Flashback Series looking at WWF & WCW's business during war-time, WCW switching the World Title from Sting to Ric Flair, ol' Herb Abrams, Jeff Jarrett, and more.
Then on the Feb. 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Raw, Vince McMahon's potential short-term & long-term role, the CZW-Chikara viral video, Super Bowl and pro wrestling, Tough Enough, the direction of announcing, Michael Cole, Booker T on Smackdown commentary, Ric Flair, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-11-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Kelly Wells from the PWTorch Dailycast’s “PWT Talks NXT” program and PWTorch.com. They discuss the state of NXT heading into Takeover, Edge’s Royal Rumble win, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, NJPW-AEW potential, and some Mailbag questions on Cameron Grimes, Karion Kross, NXT in need of a reset, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* A look at WrestleMania 42 ticket sales struggles, resale prices dipping below face value, ticket prices this year compared to last year, TKO arrogance or aggressiveness backfiring
* WrestleMania 42 line-up, from the strong C.M. Punk-Roman Reigns start to a potential drop-off afterward to load up night 1 and the rest of night 2 with WM-worthy match-ups
* Speculation on where the mystery attack in all black attacking The Vision is going
* AEW Dynamite and AEW Grand Slam preview
* Anti-ICE chants at Dynamite and where it could go from here, and should billionaires be excused from taking a strong public stand because they have "so much to lose"?
* TNA Impact after a month on AMC
* And more including some Super Bowl talk
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 2 and 3, 2011.
On the Feb. 2, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers a possible Undertaker-Sting match at WrestleMania, whether Sting will end up in TNA, "they" reveal on Thursday's Impact (non-spoiler discussion), WrestleMania 27 possible main events, hypothetical Kevin Nash Mania match, federal government's PPV piracy crack down, Miz-Morrison as a possible WrestleMania match, McNeill's Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they dip into the McNeill Mailbag for questions on historical TNA heel stables, historical falls from grace for top stars, Bobby Heenan, and much more.
Then on the Feb. 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and columnist Greg Parks take phone calls on a variety of topics including more on WrestleMania's possibilities, Sting speculation, Daniel Bryan, Money in the Bank, and more. Plus at PWTorch Livecast callers also MMA fans? And in the VIP Aftershow, a review of a strong Smackdown last week and a review of the Top Ten WWE Misses of 2010 from Jon Mezzera's newsletter article.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-9-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell talked primarily on Daniel Bryan’s memorable retirement speech and his future.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered a range of email topics with even more angles on Daniel Bryan’s career and retirement and future. Also, a video breakdown of the seemingly odd Vince McMahon moment after the gathering for Daniel Bryan.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (2-4-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former ECW Champion and long-time WWF wrestler Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco) regarding how WrestleMania 32 is shaping up, some thoughts on alternative universe version of WrestleMania 32, the long list of recent injuries, and more with live callers and email questions.
Then, another interview from that week (2-3-2016), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomed back former WWE tag champion Trevor Murdoch for a live interview with calls & emails. Plus, the VIP Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell broke down the news, events, and more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 28 and 31, 2011.
On the Jan. 28, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Sean Radican, they discuss with live callers a big weekend calendar including detailed previews of ROH & PWG in LA, DGUSA's three shows, Royal Rumble in Boston that Sean will be attending live, plus Royal Rumble winner and booking predictions, potential Rumble surprises, how WWE might get from the Rumble through Elimination Chamber to WrestleMania, potential WrestleMania main events from both brands, plus lots of TNA talk on their strong ratings, angles on the show, hype for Feb. 3., the issue of how women are portrayed in TNA and WWE, and much more.
Then on the Jan. 31, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers Kevin Nash and Booker T returning to WWE at the Royal Rumble and how it affects TNA's Main Event Mafia angle, whether Nash and Booker T broke their word to TNA, the anticipated Royal Rumble fall-out on Raw, Alberto Del Rio winning the Rumble, pros and cons of the Rumble match, whether cute spots during the Rumble took away from Del Rio's win, the booking of Edge vs. Dolph Ziggler, the Randy Orton-John Cena staredown that generated no reaction, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 26 and 27, 2011.
On the Jan. 26, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill talked with ten callers on a wide range of subjects including the new Wade Barrett faction on Smackdown, a potential feud for C.M. Punk, ROH's TV future, Tough Enough battling the PG rating and Ultimate Fighter with Brock Lesnar, Awesome Kong, Mark Henry's push, Ted DiBiase's burial, Eric Bischoff-Torch exchanges, Dolph Ziggler vs. Randy Orton, Linda McMahon's campaign, WWE dropping the HD price, and more. Plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they run down various Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania scenarios including potential Rumble surprises.
Then on the Jan. 27, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed the Royal Rumble with callers for much of the show including various potential scenarios for the 40-man Rumble and title matches. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the discussed Smackdown in-depth including the Teddy Long angle, Dolph Ziggler's upside, The Corre, Smackdown's Rumble PPV hype, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-4-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by co-host Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix.” They discuss the appearance of Kenta on AEW Dynamite last night and how to interpret what it means for AEW and New Japan working together. Also a full rundown of AEW Dynamite, a full review of NXT on USA, a review of last week’s Smackdown, a full review of Monday Night Raw, a review of New Japan New Beginning happenings, and a preview of this weekend’s UFC Fight Night.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist. They discuss these topics:
* Dissecting the Roman Reigns-C.M. Punk segment that closed out Raw last night. What could have been left out, what was essential, and did this segment cement this as the right choice to headline WrestleMania?
* Related listeners emailers including whether Cody Rhodes cost himself a chance to headline night 2 and what possible other headline matches did this displace
* Liv Morgan's win, the pros and cons of other possible winners, the latest on Bianca Belair, and the overall Women's Rumble
* A.J. Styles removing his gloves and then putting them back on, and whether he'll be a good fit in AEW after the strong showings from Andrade and Tomasso Ciampa so far
* AEW Dynamite's momentum with a viewership boost last week and the general momentum with new stars, the returns of Kenny Omega and MJF, and overall booking
* TNA Impact's week three viewership increase and overall product direction
* Ava's immediate anti-ICE comments after leaving WWE
* "Hangman" Adam Page clearing up the details and content of photo with Marty Scurll
* The latest New Japan roster departure and state of the company
* Listener email frustrated with lack of clean finishes in WWE TV main events
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Jan. 25, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They took calls on the Royal Rumble and the previous night's Raw, Shawn Michaels Hall of Fame inductor candidates, and more with live callers. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed TNA and Triple H.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-2-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell talked about WWE Raw, Fastlane, WrestleMania, NXT, the Hall of Fame, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed whether John Cena should try to wrestle at WrestleMania 32 even if he’s not 100 percent, is Cena too into his muscles like a cat lady who’s too into her cats, is Mark Henry a Hall of Famer, was A.J. Styles destined for MITB at WM, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 21 and 24, 2011.
On the Jan. 21, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops, they discussed with live callers TNA Impact from the previous night, breaking news analysis of Impact ratings, Impact storyline logic holes, WWE Hall of Fame, wide variety of Nostalgia questions on no. of promotions on TV 30 years ago, Rick Rude jumping from WWF to WCW, Ahmed Johnson, Midnight Express's recognition, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed more Hall of Fame topics and dive into two Torch 20 years ago Newsletter Flashbacks covering big stories from early 1991.
Then on the Jan. 24, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers that night's Raw, the WWE business downturn WWE revealed on Friday, storyline & creative & marketing & promotion issues WWE was faced with, changes to WWE's business model, former WWE writer John Piermarini's Torch Talk and how his comments on WWE's week-to-week approach was played out on WWE TV right now, potential Royal Rumble surprise entrants, Triple H, booking Edge vs. Miz on Raw, almost all of WWE's current champions babyfaces, plus PWTorch editor Wade Keller calls in for a quick bonus chat around the 40:00 mark.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-28-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the WWE Network’s move to Peacock, is Impact better with Kenny Omega on the show regularly, the Cody-Shaq storyline, NXT and AEW’s relative strengths and weaknesses and the latest ratings analyzed, a look at the top tier of wrestlers in AEW’s ensemble stage, Royal Rumble predictions, options for Drew McIntyre and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, ROH’s early 2021 shows, and more.
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-27-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a bonus episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast previewing that Sunday’s WWE Royal Rumble with Sam Roberts from the WWE Kickoff shows and the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and Sirius XM radio. They discuss first at great length the men’s Royal Rumble match and the top tier possible winners, second-tier possibilities, and long-shots, with the pros and cons of various options as they relate to WrestleMania. Then they breakdown the women’s Rumble match and the three announced title matches including Goldberg challenging Drew McIntyre and Kevin Owens challenging Roman Reigns.
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-26-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Brandon Thurston of Wrestlenomics who broke down the Peacock-WWE Network deal including how it would affect WWE’s business and WWE’s fans. Also, an overview of the WWE business model, how the pandemic has changed it, and where it could end up in five years based on the changing media landscape and various competing media empires who will vie for WWE’s product and fanbase. Plus, was WWE Network a success or not? Was the Wall Street Journal correct that this Peacock deal shows how tough it is for an independent streaming entity to succeed? What does this mean for non-U.S.-based fans? And more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch contributor and podcast host Kelly Wells. They discuss these topics:
* The Royal Rumble's format and structural changes over the decades regarding the build, the format, and the execution
* Evaluating possible outcomes this year for the men's and women's Rumble, plus dark horses, mid-match ideas, and more
* Evolve
* The journeys of Swerve Strickland and Andrade since NXT on the eve of their match on Dynamite
* New Japan's 2026 and the Evil-WWE news
* The state of NXT in 2026 and suggested changes
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 19 and 20, 2011.
On the Jan. 19, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Pat McNeill, they take ten calls on a wide range of subjects including the new Wade Barrett faction on Smackdown, a potential feud for C.M. Punk, ROH's TV future, Tough Enough battling the PG rating and Ultimate Fighter with Brock Lesnar, Awesome Kong, Mark Henry's push, Ted DiBiase's burial, Eric Bischoff-Torch exchanges, Dolph Ziggler vs. Randy Orton, Linda McMahon's campaign, WWE dropping the HD price, and more. Plus in the VIP Aftershow they run down various Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania scenarios including potential Rumble surprises.
Then on the Jan. 20, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers Linda McMahon's potential 2012 Senate campaign, a lot of time spent discussing in-depth the various WWE, TNA, and independent wrestling styles, whether TNA can grow being a mix of old & new styles, the 2011 Hall of Fame, whether Eric Bischoff gets more flack than Vince McMahon for "stealing stars" in the 1990s vs. McMahon in the 1980s, Koko B. Ware in the WWE Hall of Fame, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-26-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell focused on the previous night’s Raw, the Fastlane main event, Royal Rumble fallout, and WrestleMania 32 scenarios and speculation, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed the pros and cons of The Rock’s segment and whether it was too long, too familiar, or too controversial. Also, looking at both sides of the A.J. Styles-TNA dispute, did Triple H give a babyface promo on Raw, and other questions from the mailbag.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (1-28-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former WWF, WCW, and TNA creative team writer Ed Ferrara. He talks about stories working with Vince McMahon during the Attitude Era, the Survivor Series ’98 Rock turn, his transition to WCW and why it didn’t work out, working with A.J. Styles and Samoa Joe in TNA and thoughts on them in WWE/NXT, and passionate thoughts on NXT’s current product and why he’s such a fan.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 17 and 18, 2011.
On the Jan. 17, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers, WWE Raw, C.M. Punk's fan altercation on Sunday, Punk vs. Cena on Raw, the Royal Rumble expanding to 40 wrestlers, Tough Enough in a PG environment?, Lucha Libre USA, health issues in pro wrestling vs. MMA, 2011 WWE Hall of Fame undercarders, MVP in Japan, Jeff Hardy's legal case on January 20, and more.
Then on the Jan. 18, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they took calls for an hour on the Royal Rumble taking shape, WrestleMania matches, happenings on Raw, the Eric Bischoff-Torch war of words, Triple H, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about Santino's Cobra, John Morrison's push, Linda McMahon's political developments, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Jan. 14, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops. They discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact in-depth, Impact ratings & quarter-hours, Mr. Anderson as TNA champion, Matt Hardy's first week in TNA, an overview of WWE's week of TV, the brand split and whether it's time to end the split, unifying the top titles at WrestleMania?, Kurt Angle/Jeff Jarrett storyline compared to the Chris Benoit/Kevin Sullivan and similar angles, Jim Cornette shoot DVD, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they reviewed Torch Newsletters #100 and #101 from the 20 years ago back-issues including Starrcade '90, Black Scorpion, Ole Anderson, Dusty Rhodes, and Paul Heyman picking a fight with LT that never materialized.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-21-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Zack Heydorn, assistant editor at PWTorch.com. They discussed the most likely Royal Rumble men’s and women’s winners and WrestleMania scenarios for them, WWE’s silly WrestleMania “news desk” commercial with John Cena, Stephanie McMahon, Triple H, Sasha Banks, Roman Reigns, and Paul Heyman, the presentation of Kenny Omega this week and in general so far by AEW, Undertaker’s controversial comment this week on the Joe Rogan podcast about not liking today’s WWE product because it’s too soft, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* WWE Unreal first impressions
* TNA Impact on AMC breaking ratings info and review of the show
* Drew McIntyre's WWE Title win and the ripple effect
* A.J. Styles vs. Gunther retirement stip already
* AEW Dynamite thoughts
* Daniel Bryan and William Regal's advice to younger wrestlers
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 12 and 13, 2011.
On the Jan. 12, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill were first joined by MMATorch's Jamie Penick to talk about Brock Lesnar coaching The Ultimate Fighter and various aspects of that story. Then they took live calls on a variety of subjects including Smackdown roster changes, TNA's new "They" storyline, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they take listener email questions.
Then on the Jan. 13, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers TNA Impact going on the road in February, the future of the X Division and a potential replacement if the X Division were scrapped, news & notes from the Impact tapings, possibility of Batista and Chris Jericho returning to WWE, future of Nexus, the Smackdown reset last Friday, lack of chemistry between Randy Orton and The Miz, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the X Division and Impact on the road stories more, and break down the 2010 Year-End Awards to evaluate Torch reader picks.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-19-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell focused on the previous night’s Raw, Royal Rumble and WrestleMania 32 scenarios and speculation, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed TNA and NXT and answered emails on the Raw and the Rumble and WrestleMania 32.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (1-21-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Sean “X-Pac” Waltman for over 2.5 hours. They covered what Waltman is up to these days, whether he will wrestle for WWE again, and his long term goals. Then they discussed Roman Reigns, the potential WrestleMania 32 line-ups, wrestlers use of social media and whether saying “kayfabe is dead” makes any sense, and much more. They took phone calls throughout the show on a wide range of topics. The last 45 minutes or so included Sean’s views on the current U.S. Presidential election and his reaction to the “Making a Murderer” documentary and the fallout from it.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Jan. 11, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They took a record 14 phone calls in one hour on a wide variety of subjects including the previous night's Raw, the TNA Genesis PPV, Brock Lesnar signing on to coach The Ultimate Fighter, and much more. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 7 and 10, 2011.
On the Jan. 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers including Impact TV & ratings, ROH/WWE, HOF candidates, weekend PPVs, wide variety of nostalgia questions.
Then on the Jan. 10, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers last night's TNA Genesis PPV, the headlines coming out of the PPV including Kurt Angle's apparent health concerns and Matt Hardy's performance, tonight's Raw and how WWE will follow-up on Cena-Punk/Nexus, the role of social media in pro wrestling & the workplace and how it relates to Bruce's comments about DGUSA and back-and-forth with Gabe Sapolsky over the weekend, a potential Mick Foley send-off match in TNA, the next chapter for Jeff Hardy, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-14-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix.” They discuss a wide range of topics beginning with Drew McIntyre announcing his COVID diagnosis, Chris Jericho and Nick Jackson also announce they had COVID, Shinsuke Nakamura in Smackdown’s Gauntlet, and reviews of Raw, NXT, Smackdown, Dynamite, plus the latest from NJPW. Then an in-depth review of a new book pro wrestling at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles (“Legends and Icons: A History of Olympic Auditorium and Southern California Professional Wrestling”).
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* Deep dive into the Drew McIntyre-Cody Rhodes-Jacob Fatu situation
* Pac-Darby could blow up Death Riders
* WWE women's roster
* Bron Breakker-Adam Pearce
* Austin Theory
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 5, 2011 and Jan. 6, 2011.
On the Jan. 5, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers Monday's Raw developments, touch on big developments from Smackdown (brief SPOILER discussion), WWE facing a lawsuit with McNeill offering his legal expertise on the suit, possible WrestleMania 27 matches and the realistic possibility Undertaker could miss WM27, Brodus Clay on NXT, Ted DiBiase's increased intensity on NXT, John Cena's injury, TNA angles that are in bad taste and the inspiration for The Pope's character, the Weekly Live Events Center, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Genesis PPV and break down why or why not to order the PPV, plus the McNeill Mailbag on historical flame-out main-eventers, Kozlov struggling to throw himself over the top rope on Raw, and a brief note on Sarah Palin's Alaska!
Then on the Jan. 6, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed WrestleMania 27 possibilities, Randy Orton's WM27 standing considering his Royal Rumble match against Miz, Wade Barrett's future, Edge-Christian possibilities, Eric Bischoff's beef with the Torch, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Hall of Fame class, Sting's WWE potential, covering WrestleMania, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-12-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell focused on the previous night’s Raw, Royal Rumble and WrestleMania 32 scenarios and speculation, some thoughts on TNA, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed whether Chris Jericho had lost it, whether Sting would headline the Hall of Fame ceremony, Finn Balor’s potential debut, and much more including email topics provided by listeners.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (1-14-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews TNA’s Matt Hardy who talks about the new season of TNA on Pop TV, the angle he’s involved in with his wife Reby Sky, brother Jeff, and opponent EC3. Also, how has TNA changed over time and who does he like in TNA and what changes are coming. Also, WWE topics including how WWE creative worked with wrestlers differently during his years there. And more, including callers. Then Wade takes calls and chats about other topics for the remainder of the hour. More than 10 minutes of plugs and commercials were taken out of this podcast for VIP members.
In the second interview from ten years ago this week (1-13-2016), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill interviewed former TNA star Gunner with live calls and emails. Plus, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell breaking down the latest news, events, and more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Jan. 4, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They took calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including the previous night's Raw, Triple H's power behind the scenes and his interest in MMA, Daniel Bryan's prospects as a future headliner for WWE, comparing Joe and Punk's career paths, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they looked back at TNA's 2010 and what was gained or lost by the acquisition of talent, plus more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 31, 2010 and Jan. 3, 2011.
On the Dec. 31, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell hosted and chatted with live callers on WWE and TNA in 2010, big stories from both promotions, what ROH and DGUSA need to improve in 2011, TNA's year ahead in 2011, top matches for WrestleMania 27 & where Triple H and Sheamus fit in, the previous night's Impact, TNA overall in 2010, and much more.
Then on the Jan. 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers that night's Raw, predictions for 2011, potential WrestleMania 27 matches and celebrities, WWE and TNA business at year-end 2010, Mitchell's annual Quiz returning for 2010, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-5-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell focused on the big Royal Rumble announcement at the end of Raw by Vince McMahon, plus the New Japan acquisitions by WWE, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed the strange absence of John Cena mentions on Raw, TNA on Pop expectations, ROH’s roster salary cap flexibility, lack of stronger Smackdown hype, Social Outcasts, and more including email topics from listeners.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist.
* WrestleKingdom analysis including Kazuchika Okada's performance and effort, how Hiroshi Tanahashi's retirement was handled, the quality of the show overall, did the event entice fans who showed up for the first time in years or ever to come back, who are the top rising stars for 2026, and more
* The Chris Jericho-WWE teases, pro and con
* WWE Unreal
* Becky Lynch vs. Maxxine Dupri
* Is WWE overdoing the underdog storyline
* Tommaso Ciampa
* C.M. Punk vs. Bron Breakker
* MJF and Jon Moxley and the AEW Men's Division in 2026
* Mercedes Mone and Willow Nightingale and the AEW Women's Division in 2026
* AEW ratings for Continental Classic and whether the tournament should be moved so more people see it
* Some Chevy Chase talk, too!
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 30, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussing with live callers possible ways to debut Awesome Kong in WWE, when she might debut, John Cena's injury, possible WrestleMania 27 main events & possible Mania events if Cena and/or Taker are inactive, Parks's live perspective on the Smackdown TV taping, lots of talk about WWE's mid-card (Jackson Andrews discussion), WWE's lack of continuity with Nexus storyline aspects and whether the loose strings will be addressed, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Eric Bischoff's role in TNA in 2010, TNA incorporating a concussion angle into storylines having nothing to do with anything, Immortal & Fortune's loose association, Genesis, Matt Morgan vs. Mr. Anderson, and some NFL and College Football talk to conclude the show.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-7-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed Goldberg’s return, Omega-Fenix compared to Balor-O’Reilly, Undisputed Era future, Anderson & Gallows, Karrion Kross-Damian Priest, Impact viewership, Marty Scurll’s departure from ROH, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (1-7-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Taz in the first half hour and TNA President Dixie Carter in the second half hour, then takes calls on breaking news in the final 30 minutes. Taz talks about being an announcer on Smackdown and what Mauro Ranallo is in for plus the wrestler mentality of facing a serious shoulder injury like John Cena. Dixie talks about TNA’s debut on Pop TV this week, the future of TNA, how she hopes Pop will be their best TV partner yet, what TNA’s focus will be this year, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 29, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill taking calls on a variety of topics including John Cena's injury status, Wade Barrett wrestling at house shows but not being acknowledged on TV, C.M. Punk as leader of Nexus, and much more, plus the Event Center update.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed TNA's X Division, Tank Abbott's terrible push in WCW, the territory events we'd love to visit in a time machine, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 27 and 28, 2010.
On the Dec. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers the Jeff Hardy legal situation and TNA's potential response, tonight's WWE Raw, Nexus's future, Edge & Christian, murky WWE brand split, Smackdown's future after strong rating last Tuesday, What If? on Daniel Bryan in Nexus, Royal Rumble PPV buys, why people in TNA allow mistakes to continue to be made, and more.
Then on the Dec. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell discussed the previous night's episode of Raw and the fallout from TLC, and then take calls for most of the hour on a wide range of topics including Randy Orton, John Cena, WWE booking now versus a year ago, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the dynamic between Raw and Smackdown headed into tonight's live Smackdown and Eric Bischoff, Desmond Wolfe, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (12-31-2015) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team member and professional standup comedian Matt McCarthy. They took a look back at some top stories of 2015, looked ahead at some key top names in 2016, and evaluated the comedy performances by Stephanie McMahon, Vince McMahon, and The New Day along with responding to email and caller questions.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Jon Moxley's Continental Classic win and where his character and The Death Riders go from here
* A mailbag question on MJF and whether, at age 29, he has peaked or needs a character refresh now that AEW is likely to build around him in 2026.
* The scary landing by Kyle Fletcher in his PPV match against Jon Moxley
* William Regal's comment urging wrestlers to take care of their necks and the online backlash against it
* Bron Breakker's push and the problem with the meta-aspects that make him seem like he's auctioning to be validated by fans and media as a main event act
* Austin Theory's new push so far including what isn't working and what is puzzling, plus where is his character headed
* How will NXT adjust to losing up to four or five male wrestlers to the main roster in early 2026, and who can fill the open spots, plus ideas for who to bring from the main roster to NXT and how to do it
* Thoughts on Logan Paul fitting in with The Vision
* A Mailbag questions on whether Cody Rhodes should consider 2025 a good year given expectations and possibilities at the end of 2024?
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 23, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller with PWTorch columnist Sean Radican with a rare show dedicated primarily to looking at ROH and DGUSA as 2010 comes to a close including the fallout from the Final Battle 2010 PPV, Kevin Steens' future, Kaval's WWE release, top prospects on the indy scene, the differences between ROH and DGUSA, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed potential hires by WWE or TNA from the alternative wrestling scene, and the other three big indy groups - Evolve, PWG, and Chikara.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-29-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell take calls and review Raw including a major Vince McMahon angle and announcement, John Cena’s return against Alberto Del Rio, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason continued their discussion on Raw including John Cena’s handling of the Brooklyn crowd throwing his t-shirt back at him, plus a wide array of email topics including Daniel Bryan’s contract, a U.S. Title Open Challenge at WrestleMania, bad writing on Raw, WrestleMania 21 ideas for top stars, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 21 and 22, 2010.
On the Dec. 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, discussed the previous night's episode of Raw and the fallout from TLC, and then took calls for most of the hour on a wide range of topics including Randy Orton, John Cena, WWE booking now versus a year ago, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the dynamic between Raw and Smackdown headed into that night's live Smackdown and Eric Bischoff, Desmond Wolfe, and more.
Then on the Dec. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers the first week of build-up for C.M. Punk and John Cena - where is it leading to?, WWE's presentation of Vickie Guerrero, John Cena joining the "fat jokes" routine, Nexus's future, the TLC PPV crowd responses, whether Bryan-Regal was a one-off or the start of a program, Edge-Kane continued, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed what the Top 5 stories of 2010 are, plus take listener questions on really bad Christmas-themed storylines.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 17 and 20, 2010.
On the Dec. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers news of Samoa Joe re-signing with TNA, the TLC PPV on Sunday, The Miz everywhere with discussion of his interviews & character & booking him to WrestleMania 27 as champion, John Cena and Nexus's future after TLC, and Sean Radican calls in at the beginning of the show to discuss ROH Final Battle 2010 on Saturday, ROH in general, and Dragon Gate USA.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Hoops discuss the TLC PPV in-depth, whether WWE will put the World Title on Alberto Del Rio, marketability of stars in pro wrestling and MMA, and 20 years ago Torch Newsletter Flashback discussion of the AWA's imminent demise.
Then on the Dec. 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the previous night's TLC PPV in-depth, the state of WWE business, live crowd reactions at TLC & how the overall audience is taking the product, tonight's Raw and where they go from here with John Cena (as accurately predicted by Mitchell) and the Nexus group, Eric Bischoff's weekend debate, if there's ever a place for chairshots to the head, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 16, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring Wade Keller and Greg Parks taking live calls for most of the live hour including overachievers and underachievers, why Nexus lost the tag titles, treatment of Vickie Guerrero, will Miz be turned babyface soon, should Randy Orton remain a babyface, Shane McMahon's WWE future, celebrities in the Hall of Fame, TLC's Smackdown World Title match, and an Elimination Chamber idea.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Greg's beat, Smackdown, and the lack of synergy with Raw, TLC's main event, and looking ahead to WrestleMania.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Greg Parks, long-time PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the “Wrestling Night in America” podcast on the PWTorch Dailycast line-up. They discussed the fallout of The Fiend-Randy Orton fire angle at TLC, possibilities for opponents for Drew McIntyre and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, possible Royal Rumble winners including favorites and dark horses, comparing the rosters of AEW and NXT, what NXT can do in 2021 to improve viewership relative to Dynamite, the lay of the land for Omega title challengers, the future of the Impact-AEW dynamic, where ROH fits into the landscape, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* Austin Theory push and presentation so far
* AEW Continental Classic (SPOILER-FREE!)
* Email on what surprises could happen at AEW Worlds End PPV
* A look at the Worlds End PPV line-up
* Return of MJF and the AEW World Title picture in 2025 and looking ahead to 2026
* Reflecting on John Cena's retirement fallout, a recent comment about how to give advice to younger wrestlers, Gunther's gloating
* Looking at 2026 paths for Bron Breakker, Cody Rhodes, and Dominik Mysterio
* The lay of the land for the WWE and AEW women's division going into 2026
* Possibilities for TNA by the end of 2026 on AMC
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 15, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring Wade Keller and WPat McNeill, they opened with a little bit of discussion about Raw, then go to Pat McNeill's Event Center preview of a very busy week ahead, and then take calls for the rest of the live show on a wide range of topics including NXT, Jim Herd, Mr. Anderson's face turn, the pros and cons of heel and face champions, the odds of Alberto Del Rio becoming World Champion, more TLC talk Edge's movie, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered Mailbag questions, look at TNA's choices to be centerpiece featured acts, and look ahead to 2011.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-22-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell take calls and review the Slammys edition of Monday Night Raw and react to the breaking ratings news.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason continued their discussion regarding Raw including the most surprising Slammy nominees and winners, evaluating John Cena’s return announcement and plans, more on Raw’s ratings, and other topics.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we're jumping back to two interviews.
Ten years ago this week (12-17-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed “Stone Cold” Steve Austin with a great mix of topics including reviewing Finn Balor vs. Samoa Joe through a main event wrestler’s lens, the prospects of both Balor and Joe on the main roster, the Roman Reigns angle with Stephanie and Vince on Raw on Monday, how close Reigns is to being a polished top main event act, Kevin Owens’ bodytype, and other current events. Also, who are on Steve Austin’s dream podcast interview subjects list – dead or alive – pro wrestling or otherwise. Some thoughts on Darth Vader and more!
Then, PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomed an All-Star Panel of Kevin Kleinrock from Masked Republic lucha libre and wrestling interviewer Scott Fishman (12-9-2015) to break some news and talk about the news with live calls and emails.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 14, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring Wade Keller and Jason Powell, they discussed the previous night's Raw for more than an hour, yet just scratch the surface of what was disappointing, awful, or counterproductive about the show. They take live calls throughout the live hour on Raw and other topics including what got us into wrestling originally and why the Raw and Smackdown travel schedules are what they are.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they went more in-depth into Raw including picking what they liked about the show, look ahead to WrestleMania, and disagreeing on Pee Wee Herman.
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-15-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP contributor Javier Machado and former wrestling manager, reality star, and podcast entrepreneur Jonny Fairplay for an in-depth preview of TLC including The Fiend vs. Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre vs. A.J. Styles, Roman Reigns vs. Kevin Owens, Sasha Banks vs. Carmella, New Day vs. Hurt Business, and Nia Jax & Shayna Baszler vs. Asuka & a mystery partner. They discuss the ups and downs of the build-up to each match, the potential match quality, the pros and cons of various likely (and unlikely) outcome possibilities, and what could be next for key wrestlers on the card.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* John Cena tapping out and the fallout from it including whether WWE should work harder to make tapouts feel honorable
* Should Triple H even be on TV as a booker if fans are going to see it as an opportunity to critique his booking decisions? Should Paul Levesque just stop doing Q&As where he talks outside of storyline/cannon?
* Similarities and differences between the Roman Reigns-Jey Uso finish and the John Cena-Gunther finish
* Analysis of the Lay of the Land in the Continental Classic and if it turns out that it's four heels in the final four, is that a bad thing?
* Why did WWE air The Miz talking positively about John Cena in an out-of-character video package when they also wanted him to have heel heat for his in-ring segment?
* Could MJF win the Dynamite Diamond Ring and add himself to the Samoa Joe vs. Swerve Strickland vs. Hangman Page, and who should win if it remains a three-way?
* Where does Tony Storm go from here? Should she be back in the singles title hunt?
* Should Wheeler Yuta and Daniel Garcia get a serious heel tag team push given their heel heat?
* Could Eddie Kingston perhaps be a fourth man in the AEW World Title match at Worlds End and win the title, only for MJF to cost him with his Dynamite Diamond Ring?
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist. They discuss these topics:
* Mick Foley breaking ties with WWE over their association with President Trump after Trumps post about death of Rob Reiner and his wife
* Evaluation of John Cena vs. Gunther match finish, the fallout from the fan reaction, WWE creating this mess by vowing in cannon that their mission is to "entertain" fans, Paul Levesque's prickly response to blowback, comparing the retirements of Cena, Sting, Triple H, and Undertaker, Gunther's follow-up promo, and how fans are buying a little too much into Cena propaganda this past month (or year)
* The Austin Theory reveal on Raw and what a big test this is for not just Theory, but also Paul Heyman and Paul Levesque
* Kazuchika Okada's return or Hiroshi Tanahashi's retirement the biggest draw for Wrestle Kingdom?
* An overview of the Continental Classic and the matches scheduled for tomorrow plus a look at the rest of the announced matches for Wednesday night
* Progress for women wrestlers in Japan
* And more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 10 and 13, 2010.
On the Dec. 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops, they discussed with live callers previous night's Impact & Reaction, breaking news on Impact viewership, Nostalgia topics on Brian Pillman in 2010 & Raven & origins of ring ropes & classic matches that stand the test of time, whether Sting would fit in a real Top 50 stars list, John Cena as the face of WWE, cage matches, and more.
In the previously-VIP exclusive Aftershow, they discuss cage matches in the AWA, "King" Curtis Iaukea, "Superstar" Billy Graham's career and whether he would have held the WWE Title without steroids, 20 years ago Flashback on news & results & the era of late 1990.
Then on the Dec. 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers tonight's three-hour Raw, better ways to use the three-hour format, whether WWE will tease Shawn Michaels for the Hall of Fame, whether giving away a big reunion on "Tribute to the Troops" counts, how WWE would use Goldberg and/or Sting in 2010/2011, TLC PPV hype, John Cena-Wade Barrett issue (with accurate predictions), Kurt Angle-Samoa Joe-Jeff Jarrett in TNA, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell take calls and review the rebound week for WWE in terms of ratings, poll responses, and overall good vibes. They talk about Roman Reigns’s great week so far, look ahead to his Rumble and WrestleMania, and much more about TLC and Raw.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they continued their discussion on Raw including a review of Vince McMahon’s performance, what was off limits to Adam Rose on his Rosebush segments, Curtis Axel, things to look for on NXT Takeover and ROH’s Final Battle, and more including listener email topics.
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Ten years ago this week, PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interviewed longtime pro wrestling announcer Jim Ross including Ross’s point of view on today’s WWE struggles, how fans can make a difference, what would help Roman Reigns, and so much more. Live callers and email questions were weaved throughout the conversation.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 9, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers the Nexus group and the future of the group, where John Cena fits into a potential Nexus split, John Cena as Kanye West at the Slammys?, why no one was discussing the Slammys on Raw, Raw GM, TNA's handling of Jeff Hardy at Final Resolution, Chris Jericho's future, TNA build for Jeff Jarrett, origins of ring ropes, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a question on Lay-Cool allowed back on Raw springs a discussion on logic holes and storyline gaps in pro wrestling, plus an in-depth discussion of Final Resolution and a vigorous debate on how to evaluate and rate a TNA PPV, especially when the company's product seems to be irrelevant.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 11, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill, who discussed Samoa Joe's future, WWE-UFC, Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler, NXT season four premiere (including Jason Bateman, R-Truth, Byron Saxton, and Brodus Clay), Triple H's return, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-8-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presented a special Top Guy Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch's Rich Fann. They review in depth the top World Championship reigns on WWE Raw, WWE Smackdown, AEW Dynamite, and New Japan with a lengthy focus on Drew McIntyre, Roman Reigns, Kenny Omega, and Tetsuya Naito including a discussion on their strengths and weaknesses that could determine whether they hold the titles well into 2021, and if they didn't, who were the top options to take the titles from them.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed NXT, MLW, Impact, and ROH.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* What does WWE have in mind for Oba Femi vs. Cody Rhodes at SNME?
* What now for Ricky Saints after losing the NXT Title?
* Is it worth John Cena "giving back" if the dominant narrative in WWE and NXT is how awesome Cena is at giving back?
* Gunther vs. Cena possibilities
* Is the masked guy Austin Theory? Or Chris Jericho?
* TNA's new deal with AMC and where TNA fits into the landscape
* The L.A. Knight beatdown that felt like him being written off TV
MAILBAG
* Comparing Eddie Kingston to Austin Theory in terms of their nearly opposite strengths and weaknesses
* Are the multi-person and multi-team feuds another weakness of Paul Levesque's booking scheme because, frankly, it just makes fans have to think too hard weighing who to root for?
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 6 and 7, 2010.
On the Dec. 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers last night's TNA Final Resolution PPV, the Jeff Hardy situation, TNA's lack of responsibility and accountability, Samoa Joe's contract status and whether he'll turn up in WWE, tonight's Raw and which of the plotlines will receive the most attention, when the 2011 WWE Hall of Fame inductees might be announced, why Shawn Michaels might receive main event HOF induction status this coming year, Jeff Jarrett vs. Triple H in a big foot contest, a tribute to "Dandy" Don Meredith with Bruce singing!, and more.
Then on the Dec. 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and Jason Powell, they discussed the Raw main event featuring Miz vs. Jerry Lawler, plus the King of the Ring tournament, C.M. Punk on commentary, TNA Impact Thanksgiving ratings, Jeff Jarrett's MMA spoof and latest push, and more during the Livecast. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Rock's "Faster" movie which Jason saw and go more in-depth on Raw analysis of other subjects.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-8-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell took calls and vent with callers once again over the decline of Monday Night Raw, the wretched final segment with Sheamus and Roman Reigns, the ridiculous USA Network commercials with Reigns and Wyatt Family, and more with a ton of caller interaction and no shortage of passionate rants.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they continued their discussion on Raw including whether Roman Reigns would even be good at being a heel if he turned, plus email questions from listeners.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we're jumping back to two interviews.
Ten years ago this week, we published a PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with former ECW World Hvt. Champion Justin Credible who discussed his decision to retire and what it felt like wrestling his last match, what he plans to do with his life now, his critique of the current wrestling scene, and some late 1990s stories of being roommates with Triple H for six months and his thoughts on his ascension. Live callers contribute questions throughout the show.
Then we present the Dec. 9, 2015 episode of the PWTorch Livecast when PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomed the All-Star Panel of Kevin Kleinrock from Masked Republic lucha libre and wrestling interviewer Scott Fishman breaking some news and talking about the the latest happenings with live calls and emails.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 2 and 3, 2010.
On the Dec. 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers the breaking news on MVP's release and cover the news from all angles for the first 30 minutes of the show, then discuss how WWE has handled Alex Riley's DUI, The Miz's first week as WWE Champion, whether WWE's announcers could be shifted around as a result of the Jerry Lawler vs. Michael Cole feud, C.M. Punk's work on commentary, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they attempt to look at a question on what wrestling might look like today if WCW bought WWE, plus discuss Miz's ESPN interview and how he's presenting himself as champion, the NXT Season 4 cast, TNA's Final Resolution PPV on Sunday, and more.
Then on the Dec. 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell, he discusses with live callers breaking news of TNA's Impact ratings, analysis of the ratings trend, TNA's final hype for Final Resolution, the state of wrestling announcing in WWE & TNA, Smackdown woes and how to improve the show, Top 3 shake-ups on Raw, why some listeners are hopeful for Raw going forward, direction of Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler, whether and when WWE will reveal the Raw GM, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 1, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they talked more about the Jerry Lawler WWE Title shot on Monday, whether an entertaining heel is good or bad for business, season four of NXT and who is included and excluded and perhaps why, the McNeill Event Center segment, and in the VIP Aftershow a discussion on how to best push Daniel Bryan, among other subjects.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-1-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the pros and cons of various paths for the AEW Title after Jon Moxley vs. Kenny Omega, comparing Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre as co-top-acts for WWE, a preview of NXT Takeover, evaluating the strengths of ROH’s weekly TV show, the return of MLW, grading how Impact has used the wrestlers who debuted months ago at Slammiversary, NXT vs. AEW ratings last week and predictions for this week, where Adam Pearce came from and why he’s ascended to his current position, Retribution and Hurt Business, the shocking Jimmy Rave amputation story, Rhea Ripley’s frustrating journey, the Randy Orton-Fiend feud, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* In-depth analysis of the TNA-AMC TV deal, what it means and what it doesn't mean, the use of legacy stars vs. finding younger or lesser-known wrestlers to push, the state of the TNA Knockouts division, the WWE relationship's pro and cons, Santana, Leon Slater, the effect on AEW, more
* The announcement last night of Bron Breakker getting a World Title match against C.M. Punk at the Netflix Raw anniversary show, plus who would be next if Punk wins or if Breakker wins
* The Last Time Is Now Tournament finals and what happens if L.A. Knight actually wins? Plus, has the Cena Retirement Tour been an overall success?
* AEW Continental Classic early results and various scenarios going forward
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Nov. 30, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discussed the Raw main event featuring Miz vs. Jerry Lawler, plus the King of the Ring tournament, C.M. Punk on commentary, TNA Impact Thanksgiving ratings, Jeff Jarrett's MMA spoof and latest push, and more during the Livecast. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss Rock's "Faster" movie which Jason saw and go more in-depth on Raw analysis of other subjects.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-1-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to vent with callers over the decline of WWE Monday Night Raw, Sheamus's second week as champion, the formation of the League of Nations, and more. There are few passionate rants from Keller and calmer words of wisdom from Powell throughout.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Divas on Raw, Daniel Bryan, Wade Barrett, Sheamus, Roman Reigns, NXT, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we're jumping back to two interviews - one from Paul Heyman and another from Bob Roop.
Ten years ago this week, we published a PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with Paul Heyman from 1992 that aired live on his KFAN Pro Wrestling Focus radio show. In this interview, Heyman predicts super-stardom for Steve Austin and explains why he never paid for a wrestling ticket. This show also includes news coverage at the start of the and live callers.
Then we present the Dec. 2, 2015 episode of the PWTorch Livecast when Pat McNeill interviewed Bob Roop, a territory veteran wrestler who reacted to Raw from earlier in the week, his thoughts on the terms "jobber" and "enhancement talent," who was the most over-pushed wrestler in WCW, the Authority taking up so much TV time, WWE asking which other TV shows fans watch, Charlotte mentioning the death or Reid on the air, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 26 and 29, 2010.
On the Nov. 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact, the product being stale & irrelevant, the next young WWE star to hold a major title, Randy Orton heel turn?, Daniel Bryan's standing in WWE and going forward, The Miz's WWE Title win and whether it was the right move, Robert Roode staying flat over a six-year period, how to use veterans in TNA, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more discussion of the QOTD on next young champ, including Del Rio and Morrison, Bobby Heenan, Nostalgia News & Notes, plus 20 years ago Torch Newsletter Flashback breaking down a poor time for wrestling in 1990s and big news of the day.
Then on the Nov. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers tonight's three-hour WWE Raw, predictions for who wins King of the Ring, WWE's business taking another hit with the October PPV buys announced, TNA Impact and the overall state of TNA, Miz's first night as WWE champion on Raw, the Juan Cena gimmick, whether Owen Hart and/or Eric Bischoff will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, Leslie Nielsen, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 22 and 25, 2010.
On the Nov. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers Survivor Series last night, fall-out from John Cena's "firing," how to book the follow-up on Raw, the "swerve" of Randy Orton retaining the WWE Title, when The Miz could cash in MITB (no one thought tonight on Raw!), WWE's main event style, Edge not being a PG character, is PG to blame for WWE's business woes?, Randy Orton as WWE champion, will Vince McMahon return to TV?, and more.
Then on the Nov. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller took live phone calls for the first 15 covering the headline news of the day on "Juan Cena," plus other WWE topics and The Miz's title reign, promo styles in WWE vs. TNA, and other subjects. The last portion of the Thanksgiving special included a Vintage Audio Torch Roundtable from 1991 discussing the Survivor Series PPV.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-26-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a very special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade reunited with former longtime PWTorch assistant editor and PWTorch podcast host James Caldwell. They haven’t done a podcast together in more than four years. James talks about his decision to leave the Torch, how he’s kept up with pro wrestling since, and what it’s like shopping for a job when your resume says your last job was working for a pro wrestling newsletter and podcast company. Then they talk about James’s thoughts on changes in the industry since he was immersed in it covering it full time through 2016, including his impressions of Roman Reigns as a heel, the big surprise rise of AEW over the last year or so, the Chris Jericho-MJF skit, what John Cena’s legacy is likely to be, what happens next with Vince McMahon – does he keep going as he is or sell the company with a big cash-out, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist
* An overview of the AEW Continental Classic, the politics involving New Japan that could create consternation with the booking, matches to look forward to, and more
* Reaction to Samoa Joe beating "Hangman" Adam Page for the AEW Title at Full Gear, where things go from here, whether Hook was a worthwhile cause of the title change, and how Samoa Joe and Kazarian compare to each other with surprise title wins in recent weeks
* More thoughts on key happenings at Full Gear
* A recap and reaction to Ricochet and Jim Cornette having a verbal spat online over injuries
* Brock Lesnar's big fall on Raw
* Preview of the dynamics within each team in the men's and women's War Games matches, plus what exactly is at stake in these matches
* John Cea vs. Dominik Mysterio
* The latest on the tournament to determine Cena's final opponent, the story that might come out of the Gunther vs. Solo Sikoa match, and Penta's latest social media post
* And more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 18 and 19, 2010.
On the Nov. 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops discuss the WWE Top 50 Superstars List, Goldberg's Hall of Fame credentials, Hulk Hogan's A&E special, more including a phone call from Sean Waltman!
Then on the Nov. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers WWE's six releases announced today, TNA Impact highlights, Impact ratings and the red flag ratings pattern, why a change was needed for TNA, WWE's Top 50 list that Parks wrote a column about in the PWTorch Newsletter, the perception TNA creates when they take wrestlers released by WWE, and more. Then i the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Survivor Series, predictions for the Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett with John Cena as ref title match, Kane vs. Edge, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-17-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss the life and career of AWA great Nick Bockwinkel, the previous night's Raw, Charlotte referencing Reid Flair, Survivor Series, plus much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email questions including Goldberg-TNA, ROH's new TV deal and roster instability, Finn Balor, Survivor Series, female referees, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-19-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Mick Karch, longtime wrestling announcer including for the AWA on ESPN who also ran Nick Bockwinkel's fan club in the 1970s. They talk almost exclusively about Bockwinkel, putting his career in perspective and talking about his drawing power, his reigns as AWA Champion, his relationship with on-air manager Bobby Heenan, and so much more. Live callers and email questions included.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW Full Gear PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican and PWTorch contributor Darrin Lilly to look at the build for AEW Full Gear and also offer predictions and dark horse possibilities.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily AEW Full Gear along with his answer to what lessons has he learned since the launch of AEW.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Nov. 17, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed (rip apart) WWE's Top 50 Superstars list, then took a dozen calls on a wide variety of subjects including Undertaker, Survivor Series, WrestleMania, Breakout Moments, Michael Cole's character, Alex Riley's arrest, Roddy Piper, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill presents the Live Event Center and answers McNeill Mailbag Questions on a variety of subjects including worst title belts.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix.” They discussed a wide range of topics beginning with a review of last night’s NXT on USA program including Io Shirai beating Rhea Ripley and how WWE handled the Johnny Gargano rematch with Leon Ruff. Then they discuss Zelina Vega’s WWE departure and the subsequent wrestling union talk. Then a full review of Smackdown and Raw and a preview of the Survivor Series PPV. Then a review of AEW Dynamite including the Inner Circle in Las Vegas skits, the Will Hobbs heel turn, and the Kenny Omega contract signing.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* John Cena's latest retirement tour happenings including potential alternative scenarios for his retirement opponent, the real person being a guardian and custodian of the John Cena WWE character version of himself, will he actually wrestle again, and more
* WWE WarGames teams
* The Maxxine Dupri storyline with Becky Lynch
* AEW Full Gear line-up overview
* Assessing the top 6 or 12 male wrestlers in AEW and whether there's enough depth to fit needed categories without Swerve Strickland, Will Ospreay, and MJF around
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 12 and 15, 2010.
On the Nov. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers and emailers last night's TNA Impact, a general lack of emotional connection to TNA's product, Eric Bischoff all over the show, NXT as a guilty pleasure debated, the awful new Immortal theme and the new TNA Title belt for Jeff Hardy, Monday's three-hour Raw, the overall state of wrestling and the competitive TV market, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they looked at the Survivor Series and potential matches that could be added, Hall of Fame of 2010 inductees, the bigger 10-man tag match in Smackdown history...this year, and more.
On the Nov. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers tonight's Old School Raw, what to expect on the show, TNA Impact ratings for Thursday, Bruce's theory on why the quarter-hour ratings pattern is always the same, the PPV wrestling market taking a hit vs. UFC, theories on whether PWTorch and other wrestling media outlets take away PPV buys, fringe wrestling fans, WWE investing in the PG audience, Mick Foley's latest interviews putting out feelers to WWE, jean shorts, follow-up on Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania 3, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-16-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss Monday night's Old School Raw delivering a strong show, Roddy Piper's best work in perhaps decades, Jim Ross back on the air and looking very good, potential R-Truth heel turn at Survivor Series, the finish to Barrett vs. Orton with Cena's involvement at the PPV, how WWE used Legends vs. how TNA uses "Legends" on weekly TV, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed whether Nigel McGuinness would have filled Wade Barrett's slot and every major aspect of Raw in-depth.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-12-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed J.J. Dillon, manager of the Four Horsemen, director of talent relations for the WWF in the 1990s, author of excellent wrestling book "Wrestlers Are Like Seagulls," and long-time wrestler. He takes a lot of live calls on a wide range of great topics for well over an hour and a half. Topics include the Four Horsemen, Ole Anderson, Ric Flair, Dusty Rhodes, Eddie Graham, Terry Funk, internal logic in storylines and angles, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Nov. 10, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussing with live callers Undertaker's injury, how it affects WrestleMania 27, whether WWE has a back-up plan for WM27, perhaps a Nostalgia Mania in Atlanta to bridge the gap to WM28?, TNA's Samoa Joe vs. WWE's Husky Harris, overall lack of focus on what matters on pro wrestling TV, David Otunga, concussions, Mick Foley and Mr. Anderson's quotes on concussions, why there is a need more than ever for an off-season in pro wrestling, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Mania, Taker, Sean Waltman YouShoot, have a Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame scoop, and discuss the 20 Years Ago Torch Newsletter with some fascinating stories, house show reports, and ol' Herb Abrams makes an appearance.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Nov. 10, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussing with live callers the Old School Raw on Monday, 2011 WWE Hall of Fame candidates, where Shawn Michaels fit in, might Undertaker retire if he didn't wrestle at WrestleMania 27, TNA's financial position, concussions and head trauma in pro wrestling vs. other sports, the Live Events Center, plus lightning strikes and Pat McNeill's Monologue takes over for a great close to the show.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed C.M. Punk as a color commentator while injured, the possibility of the new Michael Cole character to be revealed as Cole's evil twin brother, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-12-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s head honcho Jason Powell discussed Undertaker’s Final Farewell and possible future opponents, Pat McAfee’s heel persona, Leon Ruff’s surprise upset win, Cody’s odd promo on Dynamite, Randy Orton or Drew McIntyre vs. Roman Reigns, Ratings strategies for all major cable shows, Kenny Omega’s emerging persona, and some ROH and Impact talk at the end.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch's Sean Radican. They discuss these topics:
* AEW Blood & Guts preview
* The future of The Death Riders
* AEW Full Gear build so far
* Disappointment with Samoa Joe's heel promos so far
* Triple H's weird intro for John Cena on Raw
* The home stretch of John Cena's wrestling career including the Dom angle
* WWE War Games build
* Nikki Bella's cliched turn
* Who belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of ROH
* Other topics on A.J. Styles, C.M. Punk, Iyo Sky and Asuka, Drew McIntyre, more
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 8 and 9, 2010.
On the Nov. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Turning Point PPV including the usual booking gaffes, Jeff Hardy's heel turn one month in, Pope's odd promo, Dreamer-RVD, and more. Also, Jerry Lawler missing Raw, Michael Cole's heel persona needing to be scratched and why, status of Nexus right now - are they being overexposed?, why WWE splits up tag teams and the back-story on it, history of shoot wrestling, Gary Hart's book, a role for Steve Austin at WrestleMania, and more.
On the Nov. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net discussing with live callers the previous night's WWE Raw, Santino's Tea Time, the hype for Survivor Series, will any matches be announced on the mid-card?!, state of tag teams in wrestling, state of TNA and what can be done to turn around financial aspect, whether there was someone better for Matt Morgan's slot at Turning Point, plus much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Turning Point PPV in-depth and touch on more TNA subjects.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-10-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss WWE Monday Night Raw from the previous night including the tournament start, Seth Rollins injury fallout, Roman Reigns's supposed inevitability, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email questions including a lot of angles regarding Roman's push, plus the wisdom of the Undertaker & Kane vs. Wyatt Family angle that closed out Raw, ratings fallout, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-5-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell, a longtime standout tag team wrestler in the 1970s and 1980s as part of the AWA High Flyers and the WWF Killer Bees. He discusses Verne Gagne as a boss and promoter, the dynamic with Verne and his business partner Wally Karbo, the rise of Hulk Hogan in the AWA and the birth of Hulkamania, the fall of AWA after Hogan left, the culture shock of the 1980s WWF grind compared to the AWA, observing the rise of drugs and alcohol, steroid abuse, one-sided WWE contracts, why Vince McMahon never fully embraced him and the Killer Bees tag team, today's wrestling scene, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 4 and Nov. 5, 2010.
On the Nov. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks included discussion with live callers on WWE's financial report covered from every angle, WWE's PPV business covered from every angle, WWE Films division, Vince McMahon missing the conference call, Impact tonight, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss PPVs at bars, Sunday's TNA PPV, Eric Bischoff's odd quotes on "American Idol" being a power struggle, Linda wrap-up coverage, and more.
On the Nov. 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they took live calls throughout the live one hour show on a variety of topics including Kevin Nash's latest Twitter posts and potential future in WWE, the difference between the late-'90s Monday Night Wrestling and today, Linda McMahon's campaign and Vince McMahon's presidential tease, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they dive into detailed analysis of last Friday's Smackdown and last night's Raw. They open with some Randy Moss and Minnesota Vikings talk.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Nov. 3, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on the Linda McMahon fall-out, what's next for WWE, regulation of pro wrestling?, Linda's next Senate campaign (if it happens), a very interesting McMahon conference call to come on Thursday, NXT results last night, fixing Smackdown with a downward ratings trend, the worst hyped retirement match ever for this Sunday's PPV, WWE injuries, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed C.M. Punk as a color commentator while injured, Undertaker's potential match-up at WrestleMania 27 (if healthy), plus Listener Mail on weight divisions in wrestling, and old 1996 WCW stipulation match, and more.
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In this week’s Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted an in-depth Roundtable with PWTorch.com contributor Joel Dehnel and former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol to preview AEW Full Gear’s entire line-up, evaluating the hype for the matches and predicting outcomes.
Then the full Cody Rhodes media conference from earlier that day where he addressed AEW Full Gear including the lack of hype for the Women’s Title match, the return of “Rhodes” to his name, a possible Nick Aldis rematch, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist.
* A look at the Logan Paul storyline last night including putting it through the Logic Test and speculating where it goes from here
* C.M. Punk's World Title win and post-win promo
* Is WWE leaning too heavily on wrestlers age 39-47 right now, especially in top spots?
* Jade Cargill as a heel so far and her win over Tiffany Stratton on Saturday
* Rey Mysterio confronting Dominik Mysterio
* A look at AEW Blood & Guts and what key stories might come out of the two matches
* John Cena's tournament to determine his final opponent including some wide-ranging speculation
* A comparison of Cena's final run in WWE to Tanahashi's in New Japan
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 29 and Nov. 1, 2010.
On the Oct. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell talked with live callers about the previous night's TNA Impact in-depth, the concussion angle, pros and cons of the concussion storyline, Matt Morgan's face turn, Undertaker's WrestleMania 27 opponent, and much more.
On the Nov. 1, 2010 episode, PWPWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers on Election Day Eve, Vince McMahon vs. the government, Smackdown's ratings decline, should there be weight divisions in wrestling, Raw tonight, MVP, Kozlov, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-3-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss all the happenings on WWE Raw the night before and related topics. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Steve Austin's declaration about WrestleMania 32, Dolph Ziggler comment about relative importance of being able to wrestle in WWE, Vince McMahon's relative silence on financial conference calls, reaction to latest Network numbers, could WWE ratings dip below 2.0 or rise to 3.0 again, TNA's future, ROH's run on Destination America, Michael Elgin-ROH update, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-29-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ex-WWE writer and professional stand up comedian Matt McCarthy talking Del Rio's return, WWE's obsession with Attitude Era, Kyle O'Reilly, WrestleMania 32, ideas, Roman Reigns' push, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 27 and 28, 2010.
On the Oct. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill continue the discussion this week on the biggest stories including more on the Brock Lesnar-Undertaker angle at the UFC PPV on Saturday, looking ahead to the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania, Undertaker's WrestleMania options, the disrespect shown to women on WWE and TNA television, Daniel Bryan's push in WWE, Undertaker out of character, TNA and WWE PPV buys, and more.
On the Oct. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on tonight's TNA Impact, the change of direction for TNA's top storyline and positives and negatives that could come from it, Hulk Hogan's same ol' video message on "shooting" and "getting real," Dragon Gate USA's live Internet PPV on Friday, a look-ahead to how WWE could book the Royal Rumble, historical perspective on Japanese wrestlers who got over in the U.S. and African-American top stars, health concerns over blood in WWE and concussions in pro wrestling, and much more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the lack of money-making pro wrestling angles in WWE & TNA right now, how the four-year look at Raw & Impact ratings points to that, Smackdown's ratings, plus a 20 years ago flashback review of the Nov. 1, 1990 Torch Newsletter with WCW Halloween Havoc broken down in detail.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 26, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss in-depth last night's Raw and the final hype for Sunday's Bragging Rights PPV.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed with live callers about the previous week's Impact and the dismal quarter hour ratings trends, whether WWE might shake up their approach to PPVs, the Eric Bischoff-Bret Hart war of words, Linda McMahon's future if she loses, the whole "Stand Up for WWE" campaign, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix.” They discuss Impact Wrestling’s biggest annual PPV Bound for Glory start to finish, last week’s final hype for Hell in a Cell on Smackdown, the HIAC follow-up on Raw, the big UFC PPV last Saturday night, a review of AEW Dynamite, the AEW-NXT ratings, and a review of NXT’s Halloween Havoc on USA Network.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* A thorough preview of Saturday Night's Main Event starting with Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre with a sidebar discussion on whether Drew can still be a top-top guy and if Cody is giving hints of an imminent turn.
* A look at Jey Uso vs. C.M. Punk with a sidebar on possible hints of Punk turning heel and whether he'd fit in with Paul Heyman and Bron Breakker
* Thoughts on Jade Cargill's turn and her match against Tiffany Stratton on SNME
* Dominik Mysterio's current trajectory and thoughts on Rusev and Penta too.
* John Cena's final opponent options, and whether Dom is better choice to go last than Gunther
* Are Trick Williams and Ricky Starks both showing limitations at this point as main event level acts or even candidates for pushes on the main roster after their recent work including at Halloween Havoc on Sunday
* Jon Mobley's change since losing to Darby Allin at WrestleDream
* Severe disappointment with Samoa Joe's promo after his heel turn
* What's the best thing about AEW right now?
* What's up with TNA taking time off after Bound for Glory again?
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 22 and 25, 2010.
On the Oct. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact in-depth, why the show was improved yet can't answer the question of why anything discussed matters, breaking news analysis of the Impact rating dropping, the Bragging Rights PPV up against UFC 121 this weekend, Goldust's rise in 2010, analysis of the Top 5 babyfaces in TNA being flawed characters to oppose Team Immortals, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed why RVD is in WWE's upcoming video game, predictions for Bragging Rights, whether anyone would buy Kevin Nash vs. Taker at WrestleMania, Stand Up for WWE week in review, 20 years ago Flashback - WWF's A & B house shows, Cactus Jack Torch Talk, more...
On the Oct. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the Brock Lesnar and Undertaker situation, the booking and match results at the previous night's Bragging Rights PPVs, a caller with a live perspective on the PPV from Minneapolis, tonight's Raw, WWE and TNA being held responsible for wrestler health issues and whether TNA gets a pass, plus much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed Monday Night Raw from the night before with live callers.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the proper heel or face roles for each of the Shield members, plus answered email questions on a range of topics including Daniel Bryan.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed Bob Backlund autobiography co-author Robert Miller who discusses going from fan to friend as he wrote definitive Backlund chronicle.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 21, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers on Kevin Nash's interview covering multiple WWE & TNA coverage, tonight's TNA Impact, Paul Heyman's vision for TNA if he joined the promotion, TNA Reaction with more explanation of "they," Kaval's booking on Smackdown, whether WWE can create marketable stars trying to create "comedic" sides to their stars, Japan vs. U.S. media coverage of wrestling, TMZ marketing JWoww vs. Cookie better than TNA would book it, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed who should be first in line to face Jeff Hardy for the TNA Title, what it says about TNA's booking that they don't have a strong babyface ready for Hardy, Bragging Rights overview & whether it's worth ordering & predictions on the top three matches, WWE Movies, including the Hollywood Reporter ripping "Knucklehead," the inevitable "Stand Up for WWE" campaign response telling the audience to stand up against elitist Hollywood movie reviewers, and so much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 20, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill, they discussed the controversy erupting over the "Stand Up For WWE" campaign as it relates to Linda McMahon's political campaign. Also, live calls on Jeff Hardy's heel turn, Paul Heyman's goals for TNA, R-Truth's absence this week, Tough Enough's format, Bischoff's comments on ROH and Bret's comments on Bischoff, MVP's push, the Jeff Jarrett-Kurt Angle relationship, potential for Sunday's Daniel Bryan-Dolph Ziggler match, Hornswoggle's character, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Live Event center, Listener Email Questions on Tito Santana and a WWE continuity editor, plus the Briscoes, Kaval, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the top happenings in pro wrestling over the last week including NXT, AEW Dynamite, Raw, Smackdown, Hell in a Cell, and Impact’s Bound for Glory. Some specific topics include Pat McAfee joining Oney Lorcan & Danny Burch, the new presentation of Kenny Omega and how to interpret it, the odd framing of The Young Bucks, the latest chapter with Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, trying to figure out the point of Retribution, the stellar Jon Moxley-Eddie Kingston hype, Eric Young vs. Rich Swann as the headline match at Bound for Glory, and of course the Chris Jericho-MJF steak dinner song and dance routine.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* WWE Raw's follow-up to Seth Rollins injury and Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed attack
* Paul Heyman's welcome return to a more prominent role on WWE TV
* A look at both the Raw and Smackdown babyface and heel depth charts, who can step up, who might be turned, and who could be called up
* Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre for SNME
* Cody's outlook for 2026
* Why can't Drew get a consistent shot at being a true top-top guy in WWE? Is it him, is it a bias against him, is it circumstances?
* John Cena's final opponent list - who is realistic and what are pros and cons of the options
* Was Sting's return a satisfying finish to the Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin PPV main event Death match
* Samoa Joe's turn on "Hangman" Page and will fans really boo him?
* Overall assessment of the state of AEW heading into the final months of 2025. What boxes have they checked but what are they still missing?
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 18 and 19, 2010.
On the Oct. 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Vince McMahon's YouTube video, what it says about WWE's state, whether McMahon should be removed from power in WWE, historical perspective on WWE "rallying the troops," tonight's WWE Raw, WWE's one big "ace in the hole" being John Cena and Wade Barrett, the lack of hype for Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett at the PPV, TNA's booking of female TV characters, WWE & TNA struggling to draw on house show tours right now without John Cena and Jeff Hardy on tour, and much more.
On the Oct. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discussed in-depth last night's Raw and the final hype for Sunday's Bragging Rights PPV. Also, a discussion with callers about the previous week's Impact and the dismal quarter hour ratings trends, whether WWE might shake up their approach to PPVs, the Eric Bischoff-Bret Hart war of words, Linda McMahon's future if she loses, the whole "Stand Up for WWE" campaign, and more. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the Steve Austin interview with Brock Lesnar, plus reaction to last night's Raw and the breaking news of Raw's rating. They also field phone calls from live listeners on a variety of WWE-related topics.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they follow up on the Livecast to absorb the ratings news, plus answer a wide range of email topics including Global Force Wrestling, a Kane-Seth Rollins PPV prediction, a bold declaration from Keller regarding Seth, TNA in India, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 14 and 15, 2010.
On the Oct. 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls for the full hour with topics including the Jim Cornette-Mark Madden rivalry, Bruce Prichard's history, TNA's lack of strict face/heel definitions, TNA's Jersey Shore cross promotion, Gail Kim and Mickie James, Shocking Angles, and more. Plus in the VIP Aftershow, Keller and McNeill discuss the possible big changes WWE might initiate in the face of declining business.
On the Oct. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on last night's TNA Impact, including an in-depth review of the key segments and overall show and why they didn't work despite TNA's best efforts, plus discussion of Impact viewership that came in before the Livecast, Matt Hardy's release and why WWE finally released him, his future likely in TNA, the one missing element from Impact with brief focus on Kurt Angle's retirement, a Jenna vs. Sharmell reference, why the "no wrestling" beginning to Impact wasn't a bad concept, just bad execution, Cena vs. Nexus and what WWE could do with the angle going forward. Plus, more phone calls in the Bonus Livecast on Hardy's heel turn and first heel promo, Dixie's "smug s---" comment & Tweet, and in the VIP Aftershow, in-depth preview of Smackdown and an overview of the Bragging Rights line-up to this point and why it's not worth ordering yet.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Matt Hardy in TNA, Kevin Nash, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW WrestleDream PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build plus thoughts on the current state of AEW. Also, some closing thoughts on the Kota Ibushi injury and his potential future in the ring after recovery.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily WrestleDream including his thoughts on if "Hangman" Page feels more confident with this AEW World Title reign than last time.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 13, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and his cohost PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops. They discussed with live callers the latest in the Linda McMahon Senate campaign, Jeff Hardy's heel turn, where TNA storylines are going starting Thursday on Impact, Samoa Joe's standing in TNA, WWE's weak house show draw over the weekend and why they didn't draw in a major region like Los Angeles/Orange County, plus the McNeill Live Event Center.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more discussion of TNA storylines, including where Fortune fits in with Team Hogan, plus the 20 years ago Torch Newsletter look back at WWF layoffs and other topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-15-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They discussed the WWE Draft including Montez Ford, Seth Rollins, Keith Lee, and Big E, plus Retribution with Mustafa Ali, highlights of AEW’s 1st year on TNT and where there’s room for improvement, NXT’s 1st year on USA, NJPW G1 standings & surprises so far, assessing and comparing Capital Wrestling Center, ThunderDome, and Daily’s Place, and more including scattered emails questions.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Seth Rollins's injury (apparent injury!), Bron Breakker's turn on Seth, and where this all goes from here
* Where does Brock Lesnar fit into the Paul Heyman-Bron Breakker dynamic
* What is Breakker's upside and is there reason to be more optimistic or less optimistic about his chance to be a top top act
* An overview of the WWE Women's Division including how Stephanie Vaquer is doing so far and whether WWE needs to a have a clear top few acts or is having a 10-12 diverse top tier acts a positive
* A review of Bound for Glory including Santana's big win and the post-match happenings, The Dudleys vs. The Hardys, some unsatisfying finishes, the needless length of the show, and more.
* A sidebar on how much fun Frankie Kazarian seems to be having at this stage of his career
* AEW WrestleDream line-up
* Reaction to the Kota Ibushi injury, Kenny Omega's actions afterward, Tony Khan's response to the injury, and a discussion on whether it's time to reign in the style so there aren't such dangerous, career-shortening, roster-depleting moves in so many big and not-so-big matches
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 11 and 12, 2010.
On the Oct. 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell includes discussion with live callers on the TNA Bound for Glory PPV, a Lively Argument on how to rate a PPV with horrible booking vs. decent-to-good wrestling, people in TNA conning Dixie into thinking re-creating WCW in the 1990s is the way to go, Raw vs. ESPN's Monday Night Football that night, whether the Raw ratings would hold up from last week's rebound, the audience caring about John Cena Week 1, but will they care Week 2 in Nexus, and much more.
On the Oct. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed in-depth last night's Raw, in particular the John Cena-Nexus follow-up. Also they take live calls on a variety of subjects including the PG rating hurting fan interest, Hell in a Cell being overused, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Matt Hardy in TNA, Kevin Nash, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night’s Raw including bad ratings, looking ahead to WrestleMania, Bailey's tremendous upside, Damien Sandow, Sting DVD preview, Dolph Ziggler-Lana-Rusev mess, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email topics including whether WWE was intentionally sabotaging Seth Rollins, was the Evolve-WWE relationship anti-ROH, TNA Title situation, a Taker vs. Cena feud hint, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-8-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed former WWF Champion Bob Baclund. Backlund spoke about the decision to write his 480 page autobiography, what he wrote about that he wouldn’t have had had written the book decades ago, and the transition from him to Hulk Hogan. After phone connection issues cut the interview short about 40 minutes into the show, Mitchell analyzed one of the major turning points in Backlund’s career when Vince McMahon Sr. committed to him over the surprisingly strong draw as heel champion, "Superstar" Billy Graham.
Then, in a bonus segment, a previously-VIP-Exclusive Aftershow podcast with Jason Powell that we forgot to post last week from Sept. 29, 2015 covering these topics: Reaction to the reaction to Raw and predicting next week’s ratings, who were Triple H’s biggest influences, evaluating Paul Heyman-Big Show segment, making an issue of Kevin Owens’ weight, WWE’s selective acknowledgment of history, and more as they answer email questions.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 7 and 8, 2010.
On the Oct. 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and Torch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on tonight's live TNA Impact, Bruce Pritchard joining TNA, Hulk Hogan's trip to the hospital and who could replace him at Bound for Glory, whether TNA changes course at BFG without Hogan, TNA's PPV hype philosophy, changes WWE could make to their PPV hype, Austin Aries apparently leaving ROH, wrestlers pushed because they have "the look," and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss how the Royal Rumble is structured and laid out, ways to improve the Rumble, the strengths & weaknesses of the battle royal on Monday's Raw, Linda McMahon's debates this week and whether she improved, lost ground, or stayed the same, and more.
On the Oct. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers on last night's live TNA Impact, with every single aspect of the show covered along with an overall view of the product. Plus, the breaking news analysis at the start with Impact ratings and Reaction viewership. Also, comparison of WWE's audience buying into the storylines vs. TNA's audience choosing their favorites, a strong prediction for the three-way TNA Title match finish, social issues in wrestling, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* Did Samoa Joe or A.J. Styles build a more impressive body of work in their careers?
* Thoughts on "Hangman" Page vs Samoa Joe, the build so far and the match
* Thoughts on John Cena vs. A.J. Styles, the build and what to expect in the match
* A preview of TNA Bound for Glory
* Analysis of the Don Callis Family
* Reaction to the NXT vs. TNA Showdown special on Tuesday
* What is WWE getting out of this TNA alliance? Is there a master plan or end game?
* And more
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 6, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring assistant editor James Caldwell and Torch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Raw's TV ratings and storyline developments with Cena and Nexus, the challenge next week vs. tons of back-story for the Monday Night Football game on ESPN, Angles vs. Storylines from Lance Storm's column, thoughts on overhauling WWE's product per the Question of the Day, TNA's live Impact on Thursday, Hulk Hogan's back injury - shoot or a swerve?, TNA's surprises and changes, plus McNeill's Live Events Center, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss overhauling TNA's product similar to the WWE QOTD, including emphasis on the X Division, tag wrestling, and women's wrestling. Plus, 20 years ago Torch Newsletter analysis of the Survivor Series '90 line-up full of big bodies from the "steroid era," Brocktober vs. Rocktober, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-8-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discussed NXT Takeover 31, NXT on USA, AEW Dynamite, Smackdown, Raw, UFC, and New Japan G1. Among the hot topics are: Did WWE underplay Randy Orton’s attack on legends last week? A theory on what’s up with Undisputed Era? Who was the top star in wrestling at that point in time based on that week’s performance on TV? And much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 1 and 4, 2010.
On the Oct. 1, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact - the good signs and the bad final 30 minute signs, Smackdown premiere tonight, Mick Foley and Ric Flair's verbal exchange and the sad reality of the promo in the big picture, potential WWE PPV changes including going back to brand exclusivity, plus PPV discussion of which matches could be added to Hell in a Cell on Sunday, which young stars could be main-eventing WrestleMania in six months, and how TNA works around Hulk Hogan's health issues for the Bound for Glory PPV six-man tag, concussion comparisons in WWE & NFL & MMA, and much more.
In the Aftershow, they break down the Hell in a Cell PPV and look at potential twists. In the VIP Aftershow, Caldwell is joined by Pat McNeill for the pre-recorded McNeill Mailbag with listener questions, plus discussion of the Mick Foley book mention on WWE's website, and more.
On the Oct. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell take live phone calls leading up to WWE Raw, including instant reaction to Linda McMahon's televised Senate debate on Monday night, the Hell in a Cell PPV on Sunday, expected fall-out on Monday's Raw, how WWE can spark interest in Raw going forward, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night’s Raw including Brock Lesnar’s early appearance, third hour ratings crash, New Day in main event spot with John Cena, Summer-RuRu drama, NXT Takeover, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they reflect on live show callers, react to breaking news on the TNA World Title and the Total Divas cast, plus answer email topics on WWE charity, who could spark Raw, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-1-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with “X-Pac” Sean Waltman, an update on the scary injury he suffered this week, will WWE be in good hands with Triple H eventually, should wrestlers Sting’s age still wrestle, evaluating WWE’s ring style, and much more with live callers and email questions.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 29 and 30, 2010.
On the Sept. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Tuesday night's NXT, NXT viewership hitting a series low on the way out, what's wrong with WWE's Raw product, including a number of solutions from callers on how to fix it, whether the Raw GM reveal or John Cena heel turn could help business, over-saturation in the market, 2010 Draft Picks, TNA's "they" being a typical 1990s storyline twist that doesn't work in 2010, and more. Plus, McNeill's Live Events center at the 45:00 mark.
On the Sept. 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller takes calls for the full hour on a wide range of topics including WWE's women;s division, a revisiting of the Bret Hart-Vince McMahon relationship, whether John Cena might be the Raw G.M., could Smackdown go live, what's wrong with WWE's product lately, why TNA didn't just have RVD lose the title rather than run the angle where he was stripped of it, how to make PPVs special again, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept.28, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell talked about Raw, Hell in a Cell, Head Trauma in Pro Wrestling and MMA, Chris Jericho's WWE sendoff, Mick Foley's interviews publicizing his book, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss in-depth the PWTorch Draft Results.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-29-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night's Raw including alarmingly low rating, Kane's supernatural transformation, Roman Reigns vs. Bray Wyatt, what can fix Raw, more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to WWE confirming today that John Cena's final match will ve at Saturday Night's Main Event in December and who are possible opponents that make sense for that major spot.
* Assessing Cena's list of opponents so far including how notable it is that only one was under 39 years old (Logan Paul) so far. Is there still time for Cena to step outside his "comfort zone" and actually give back by giving a "big moment" or a boost to someone younger than, say, 35 years old?
* Thoughts on the storyline and the acting in the Asuka-Iyo Sky-Kairi Sane storyline
* Where is the Jey Uso-Jimmy Uso-Roman Reigns story headed
* Reaction to Cody Rhodes needling Seth Rollins over whether he is in favor of and in the loop on the Paul Heyman-Brock. Lesnar dynamic
* A look at AEW Dynamite's 6th Anniversary show tomorrow night
* Should AEW even "try" next week against a big NXT show in a rare Tuesday head-to-head battle
* Assessing Ricky Saints becoming NXT Champion.
* And more (including reaction to Kirill Kaprizov signing a record contract to remain with the Minnesota Wild for eight additional years).
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 24 and 27, 2010.
On the Sept. 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers for 30 straight minutes on last night's TNA Impact, RVD's return, the lack of vision for TNA's product, Goldberg in WWE, what Kofi Kingston needs to become a top star, future WWE stars over the next 5-10 years, Eric Bischoff's involvement in TNA, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell is joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill to answer VIP Forum questions on the Impact Zone, what would happened if Kurt Angle went to MMA after the '96 Olympics, plus discuss Christian's injury and potential replacements in his slot, TNA's X Title switch at yesterday's house show, the value of titles, and more.
On the Sept. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell includes discussion with live callers on tonight's Raw, is it time to hit the panic button?, Chris Jericho's "I'm a heel" Tweet on "retirement" storyline stipulation, ideas on how to spark WWE Raw following the ratings drop below a 3.0, Christian's major pec injury, a preview of the 2010 Torch Fantasy Draft, Matt Greggory Hardy & Helms down on "youth movement," and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-29-2010), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso and where they go from here, preview NXT Takeover, the future of Drew McIntyre-Randy Orton feud, WWE Women’s Division post-draft, other potential key talent moves, ROH Pure Tournament, TNA Impact’s use of new stars, Chris Jericho-MJF, Kenny Omega’s character, COVID outbreaks, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-24-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with John Arezzi. The former ‘80s/‘90s New York pro wrestling radio host talks Sting’s career, Hulk Hogan scandals, evolution of wrestling media coverage, and more including live callers.
Then, in the second segment from the same week (9-23-2015), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill talked live with PWG co-founder & comic book artist Scott Lost and recurring favorite Jonny Fairplay with live phone calls and emails. Plus, the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussing the latest news, events, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 21 and 22, 2010.
On the Sept. 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the Raw ratings drop, Night of Champions fallout, who should be TNA Champ right now, Michael Cole as a heel announcer, mystery G.M. speculation, RVD's shameful promo on TNA Impact last week, and much more including the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow topic of merging titles and brands and more.
On the Sept. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Tuesday night's NXT, C.M. Punk on commentary, whether Punk is the new Jericho, Jericho's storyline and real-time Tweet discussion, the poor Raw TV rating and what WWE can do, whether it means Vince McMahon or Triple H are coming back for a quick fix, John Cena as a potential heel with Nexus, the mystery Raw GM, the state of the women's division in WWE, Cole ripping on Hart Dynasty on Raw, and much more. Also, Pat McNeill's Live Events Center! In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss in-depth RVD's promo on Impact last week and where it fits in historically, the lack of vision and direction for TNA, steroids in sports including the PED issue in MMA with Chael Sonnen, plus Nostalgia News & Notes this week.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 15 and 16, 2010.
On the Sept. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers on last night's TNA Impact, Tommy Dreamer's lengthy promo, Impact running into Reaction with Angle vs. Hardy, a comparison of the likely Bound for Glory PPV main event of Angle vs. RVD riding winning streaks vs. the actual main event of a Angle vs. Hardy vs. Anderson after two non-finishes to Hardy-Angle, how TNA management views Samoa Joe and A.J. Styles, Matt Hardy's latest Tweets entering worked shoot territory and mirroring the 2005 issue with Edge and Lita, plus much more.
Then in the previously VIP Aftershow, they discussed with a live caller on how WWE can create a TV off-season for Raw by inserting NXT and a character-driven reality show into a three-month gap, and come back with a new season of Raw, with the benefits to talent getting time off, the writers getting new ideas, and the overall product seemingly refreshed. Plus, why WWE would be afraid of that idea.
On the Sept. 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell includes discussion with live callers on last night's Night of Champions PPV, Chris Jericho's future, Miz vs. Bryan at the PPV, how long Randy Orton will hold the WWE Title, comparisons of Daniel Bryan in WWE and Desmond Wolfe in TNA, RVD's babyface promo on Impact, concussions in football and pro wrestling plus WWE needing to improve its Wellness testing, Cena vs. Barrett on Raw, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined Zack Heydorn, PWTorch columnist and PWTorch VIP podcast host. They talk Raw’s Retribution nonsense, New Japan G1’s first two shows, ROH Pure Tourney and what it does well that others could learn from, the early performances of the Roman Reigns/Paul Heyman combo, Otis and the stats of the Money in the Bank briefcase, AEW Dynamite’s strong show last week, NXT’s big Wednesday night determining challengers for men’s and women’s title at the next Takeover, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* The breaking news of Netflix's interest in buying WBD and what it could mean to AEW
* Wrestlepalooza reviews from ESPN and fans
* Thoughts on where the WWE-ESPN marriage goes from here in terms of both companies drawing attention to it
* Individual reactions to each of the Wrestlepalooza matches including which matches should've traded five minutes, is the backlash to certain aspects justified
* AEW's All Out legacy as a contrast to WWE Wrestpalooza
* What's next for John Cena
* What's next for AEW
* Mickie James being inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame and what her legacy is
* The latest on Raja Jackson's legal situation
* Crown Jewel's main event - Seth Rollins vs. John Cena
* Reaction to the Asuka-Iyo Sky angle
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 15 and 16, 2010.
On the Sept. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Tuesday night's NXT, Michael Cole conspiracy theories on why he could be the Raw GM and/or the Nexus leader, why the logic could fall apart on Cole, the future of NXT, the NXT Gong, Chris Jericho's future, Matt Hardy's situation, whether TNA would put the TNA Title on Jeff Hardy with his legal issue, a theory on why TNA might have stretched out the TNA Title tournament, Kevin Nash's TNA future, independent contractor vs. employee latest, The Miz vs. Daniel Bryan being the top feud going into Night of Champions, why the Hell in a Cell PPV could be a factor in the NOC PPV booking and outcomes, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP Aftershow, they discussed NXT's future and whether it will continue past the final week on Syfy, Kane vs. Undertaker build-up and likely NOC and HIAC outcomes, a bio review of Mike Shaw, the 1990s WWF characters, plus the weekly 20-years-ago Torch Newsletter Flashback review of a potential WWF-Fox TV deal, USWA, and Herb Abrams's UWF. With that, Fun With Herb playing Beach Brawl '91 PPV trivia, and more.
On the Sept. 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on TNA Impact tonight, the TNA Title tournament and RVD's first promo tonight on Impact since the storyline write-off, WWE's Wellness Policy change this week with in-depth discussion on whether it addresses the real issue, the Night of Champions PPV, and many more topics covered.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss in-depth whether WWE, TNA, and ROH are better off/worse off compared to five years ago. Also, how to rebuild the WWE tag division.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-22-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the previous night’s Raw including the lack of follow-up on Chris Jericho-Roman Reigns/Dean Ambrose, the Undertaker-Brock Lesnar announcement, Kane’s multiple personalities, Paige’s turn, and much more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss JBL’s Eric Bischoff interview, would Steve Austin talk to Brock Lesnar about WM32 possible match, Sami Zayn’s future, Cesaro as a more intriguing opponent than Big Show, an odd Lesnar-Taker announcement, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-17-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Jake “The Snake” Roberts and Diamond Dallas Page regarding the new “Resurrection of Jake the Snake Roberts” documentary along with other topics with live callers throughout.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 14, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the previous night's Raw and take live calls for most of the show on a variety of subjects including Matt Hardy's status, Davey Richards remaining in ROH, the Linda campaign polls, grading wrestling announcers, why MVP, Kofi, and Christian seem stuck in the mid-card, special match stips, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the TNA "They" surprise, Dixie Carter's on-air role, TNA's crowd at the Impact Zone, pro wrestling's rulebook, whether WWE's treatment of wrestlers could change, or more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW All Out PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build plus thoughts on the current state of AEW.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily All Out but also other topics including potential counter-programming WrestleMania in 2027 when WWE's top annual event is in Saudi Arabia.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-17-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined Todd Martin from the VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They opened with some conversation about the latest in New Japan including a curious pick many are making for the G1 Climax winner, then move on to a review of AEW Dynamite, NXT on USA, and a comparison of the two shows this week. Then Todd reviews the return of ROH with first-run content on TV with their Pure Title. From there, reviews of top happenings on Smackdown and Raw, plus coverage of last weekend's UFC and Bellator events, plus a preview of this weekend's fights. And finally, an in-depth review of Al Snow's biography that came out last year full of wild and funny behind the scenes stories about his decades in pro wrestling.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Kelly Wells. They discuss these topics:
* NXT Homecoming
* Bayley's current storyline
* WrestleMania going to Saudi Arabia
* A preview of Wrestlepalooza
* Tiffany Stratton's progress since NXT days
* Evidence and indications of John Cena being ungracious or self-centered or off-course if his goal is to leave WWE better of in 2026 than it was in 2024 including Cody Rhodes being overshadowed to the detriment of WWE
* The progress of Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker on the main roster compared to their time in NXT
* New Japan G1 and House of Torture
* AEW All Out brief thoughts including Toni Storm
* AEW's residency at 2300 (ECW) Arena
* And more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 10 and 13, 2010.
On the Sept. 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers on the independent contractor vs. employee classification in WWE, whether there will be reform, how much responsibility talent shares with promoters, Kevin Nash's drunk Tweets on TNA, Dixie Carter's Q&A with the "big change" advertised for October 7, ROH vs. TNA PPV match promotion, Jay Lethal booking, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Jim Ross's broadcasting future, Chris Jericho's WWE future, whether Triple H will be like Vince McMahon, 20 years ago Newsletter Flashback putting the era in context, and more.
On the Sept. 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers that night's Raw, the "season premiere" theme, Matt Hardy's situation in the U.K. and what's really going on with him, Chris Jericho's future and predictions on whether he's inserted into the Night of Champions Six-Pack Challenge, Tyler Black in WWE, why WWE doesn't bring "independent wrestlers" to the forefront until they pass certain tests, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the previous night’s dismal Raw with equally awful ratings, is a John Cena heel turn more likely, Bella heel/face nonsense, ROH PPV preview, and much more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Divas "Beat the Clock Challenge," why not Charlotte Flair, ROH-New Japan dynamic, NXT Takeover Wednesday edition, Cody’s future, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-10-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Scott Hall and Justin Credible. Hall talks about latest strides plus Jake’s movie and then Justin talks about state of WWE, need to tiptoe around management, rolling with Lesnar, and more with live callers for over an hour.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 8 and 9, 2010.
On the Sept. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers on last night's NXT Season 3 premiere, Chris Jericho's historical booking and comments on "needing to push the young stars" in WWE, Linda McMahon's U.S. Senate campaign, responsibility on WWE's part for wrestler health issues from the past, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed more in-depth WWE's lack of Wellness Policy transparency, media coverage in Connecticut, and more.
On the Sept. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and special guest co-host ROH producer/writer Dave Lagana included discussion with live callers on Ring of Honor's Saturday PPV, the direction of the company, ROH stars leaving for WWE & TNA, the origins of Miz & Morrison with Lagana's insight of how they came about, unique insight on Triple H and strengths as a WWE executive, TNA's storylines, TV champion in TNA vs. ROH, NXT Season 3, why WWE is giving away Cena vs. Orton on Raw, the watering down of PPVs, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Kaval vs. Daniel Bryan in WWE, ROH's booking change from Adam Pearce to Delirious, working with Jim Cornette in ROH, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 7, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they take calls for an hour looking at last night's Raw, Sunday night's TNA No Surrender PPV, and TNA Impact tapings, plus NXT season 3, Chris Jericho's future, the Raw G.M., Orton-Cena, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they talk about TNA Bound for Glory, Dixie's next surprise, EV2's status, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-10-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman dynamic, Finn Balor beating Adam Cole for the NXT Title, the AEW Dynamite rating, Kenny Omega and Adam Page, Impact Wrestling, WWE restricting wrestlers making money on the side playing video games, and more current events.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The impact of A.J. Lee's return
* The Jey Uso-Jimmy Uso-L.A. Knight angle
* Triple H's comments on vacation and home time compared to Nick Khan
* Cody Rhodes at WrestlePalooza
* The unfortunate timing of another Wardlow injury and details what got derailed
* A look at this week's Dynamite advertised line-up in response to last week's alarmingly low viewership
* Is the 2300 Arena residency hurting AEW's image as a major league
* Thoughts on Bryan Danielson being added to the AEW Dynamite broadcast team
* Some TNA talk after Wade attended two nights of Impact tapings
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 27 and 30, 2010.
On the Aug. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on the deaths of Luna Vachon, Tony Borne, and 21-year-old wrestling student Jeremy Wood. Also, live calls on last night's TNA Impact, Dixie Carter moving more into a character role on TV, the entire promotion now built around keeping Dixie interested, the confusing and silly and counter-productive Impact feuds with EV2.0 vs. Fortune vs. Sting & Nash vs. Hogan & Jarrett vs. TNA Title competitors, Reacting making things more confusing, the lack of emphasis on quests for championships and over-use of verbiage on "building the company up," Paul Heyman's role in the wrestler health issue of today from his time running ECW, Kurt Angle's future in TNA or WWE, WWE wrestlers getting paid if they're sent down to FCW, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Magnus & Desmond Wolfe, the lack of value of any title in TNA, how insane the booking is in terms of titles, Smackdown tonight with a disagreeable Summerslam re-match & the Dolph Ziggler-Kofi Kingston feud, a big Nostalgia interview next week, Ric Flair's interview on ESPN and where he is in TNA, plus much more.
On the Aug. 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell previewed Raw episode #900 and took live phone calls discussing the Top Stars of the Raw Era, starting with Steve Austin at #1, then discussed who falls in line after Austin. Where do Chris Jericho, Bret Hart, Vince McMahon, The Rock, John Cena, Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, and Triple H fit in? And, a TNA phone call at the end.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-8-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss the previous night’s Raw with Summer Rae-Dolph Ziggler-Rusev, Sting taunting Seth Rollins, Paige vs. Sasha Banks, Cena & Prime Time vs. New Day & Seth, and more.
Then, on the previously VIP-exclusive segment, they discussed Edge & Christian on Stone Cold Podcast, Daniel Bryan’s future, Bret Hart on Hulk Hogan and Roddy Piper, the future of three hour Raws and of TNA on Destination America, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-3-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with former WWE writer Matt McCarthy discussing a wide range of topics with live callers including Summerslam, Daniel Bryan, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 26, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell. They discussed the WWE comments in the New York Times reacting to Chris Nowinski's comments on WWE's initial response to Lance Cade's death. They discussed the history of WWE's addressing of the working conditions and drug use of wrestlers, which WWE statements did and didn't stand up to truth, the timing of the steps WWE had taken and what motivated those steps, and much more on this topics, plus WrestleMania 27 talk, Smackdown on SyFy roster moves, Billy Gunn's failure to become top tier, and more.
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted an AEW All Out PPV Preview episode with former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol and PWTorch.com AEW contributor Joshua Chambers. They discussed the entire line-up, evaluated the hype, and made predictions. They also discussed whether broadly this was a strong line-up for a signature PPV event.
Then the full Tony Khan Media Conference Call from earlier that day with PWTorch columnist Sean Radican participating, with a range of topics regarding All Out.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-1-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican. They talked about the new Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman alliance, New Japan G1 contenders, Naito’s double-title win over Evil, Jon Moxley-MJF build, Brock Lesnar’s future, pros and cons of various NXT Title match winners, Big E defending his comedic presentation now that he’s singles wrestler, AEW vs. NXT so far, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Vince McMahon's birthday party, who attended, who is and isn't willing to talk about it, and what it says about the attendees that they were there
* The Rock's quest for theatrical validation and how it might affect his WWE involvement
* Karrion Kross's public comments about WWE contract renewal offer
* Jake Hager describing frustrations with AEW
* Swerve Stickland's comment about being the Black wrestler with the most five-star match ratings and a larger discussion about the shortcoming of star ratings and how they've become a counterproductive metric for a generation of wrestlers
* Becky Lynch-C.M. Punk segment and why fans seem so excited to have A.J. Lee back
* Is Dominik Mysterio on his way to becoming "a GOAT" and would holding the AAA Title be a helpful part of that journey?
* An update on AEW's residency at 2300 Arena regarding union staff
* Taz being inducted into the 2300 Arena Hall of Fame and how Taz was an example of Paul Heyman's special skill to get the most out of wrestlers who might otherwise be discarded by focusing on a feature that wasn't normally seen as an asset worth marketing
* How Hook is different than Taz
* Analyzing the weaknesses in the flow of the Kabuki Warriors vs. Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez match
* Are WWE crowds in particular becoming too much part of the show rather than observers of and reactors to it?
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Today we jump back 15 years to an episode of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 25, 2010. PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Pat McNeill took calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including what's next for NXT, Mick Foley's fall as a promo guy, WrestleMania 27 prospective main events, Miz's path to the main events, Smackdown's roster on SyFy, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed MMA's promoting tactics and answer emails questions on Goldust, WWE's directing, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-1-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss with live callers big happenings on Raw with Sting, Seth Rollins, and John Cena looking ahead of Night of Champions, where Brock Lesnar and Undertaker were headed between then and WM32, Dolph Ziggler-Lana-Summer Rae saga, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Divas Beat the Clock Challenge, why not Charlotte Flair, ROH-New Japan dynamic, NXT Takeover Wednesday edition, Cody Rhodes’s future, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Jim Ross on WrestleMania 32, return of Sting and Dudleys, working with Randy Savage, Vince McMahon, NXT, Paul Boesch library, New Japan, Lucha Underground, and much more including 38 minutes of a previously VIP-exclusive segment at the end.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 23 and 24, 2010.
On the Aug. 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers how WWE could rebound from Nexus losing momentum, some interesting discussion on how the removal of Darren Young could be flipped due to Young stepping up to take on John Cena and the other Nexus members winning by fluke, whether Darren Young could end up with Cena or with SES on Smackdown from the NXT Season 1 partnership, Alberto Del Rio's Smackdown debut, how long Randy Orton could have a babyface run, a booking plan to stretch out Kane vs. The Undertaker to WrestleMania 27 (much to Parks's chagrin), brief discussion of Strikeforce with Bobby Lashley at the end, and more.
Then on the Aug. 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they took live calls for most of the hour including topics ranging from Bobby Lashley's loss, Paul Heyman's talks with Strikeforce, Starrcade '97's finish to Miz losing to John Cena to Zach Ryder's quick loss to Serena's release and of course venting about TNA.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed ideas for TNA to clean up their business approach plus Randy Savage in WWE HOF.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 19 and 20, 2010.
On the Aug. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops took an hour of live calls on a wide range of topics including the Triple H-Booker T feud, Awesome Kong's future, the Ric Flair-Hulk Hogan 1992 potential feud, the Best WWE Match Ever, the lack of selling big moves, and more.
Also, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss honesty by wrestlers in interviews and a Nick Bockwinkel-Ric Flair comparison.
Then on the Aug. 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the previous night's TNA Impact including the long list of ridiculous booking decisions made based on incompetence, low wrestling IQ, and ulterior motives. Then the rest of the hour contained mostly venting from frustrated TNA viewers.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more analysis of other aspects of Impact last night.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 18, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on Eric Bischoff's blog, how to find the right mix of established stars and young stars, Kaval's TNA reference during NXT, eliminations on NXT, what to do with eliminated and remaining NXT Rookies going forward, Ring of Honor's business status and how they can draw closer to TNA, how to do a seasonal wrestling schedule and whether WWE or TNA would bite on it, and other topics.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed how WWE could stretch out the Nexus vs. WWE feud, what to do with the Bragging Rights PPV vs. Vikings-Packers, Top 5 WCW stars from 1990 to 2001, whether an all-submissions promotion could work, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Is Cody Rhodes getting cheated out of part of his earned full run as a centerpiece babyface, and why are there scattered boos when his name is mentioned?
* John Cena's lack of graciousness and veiled in-it-for-himself approach
* Is C.M. Punk checked out or just pacing himself?
* Is WWE getting arrogant or complacent given the revenue coming in now? Are they giving ticket-buying fans their full money's worth?
* Are people in WWE tiring of the ruthless aggression approach when it comes to scheduling against AEW events?
* John Cena's standout performance against Logan Paul last Friday
* How stale is Seth Rollins even with a new faction to interact with?
* A preview of Clash in Paris
* The Ozzy Osbourne family response to Becky Lynch's playful (but too soon?) comments on the late Ozzy
* Thoughts on the (overbearing?) fans overseas and in general, including their least favorite common chant
* AEW's depleted babyface and is "chasing star ratings" a culprit?
* The fall from grace of Hurt Syndicate and indications they've been "divas" and acting like big shots
* What's next for Christian Cage?
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-20-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talked AEW Dynamite bringing fans back to Daly’s Place, WWE Thunderdome, the Velveteen Dream return and Triple H’s explanation regarding the controversy, a Summerslam preview with predictions, fun speculation on what will happen that “we never saw coming,” an NXT Takeover preview, thoughts on NXT’s presentation last night without Dynamite as competition, first reaction to the viewership, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-25-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed with live callers big happenings on post-Summerslam Raw including Sting’s return, Paul Heyman promo, the Dudleys return, new Wyatt recruit, would Kevin Owens, Cesaro, and Dean Ambrose have the biggest push and success in WWE, plus a wide range of other topics via email questions.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Tough Enough finale, Raw ratings, Divas crying and hugging after matches, who could join Bray & Roman vs. Wyatt Trio, Sting’s future, Taker’s future, and more including email topics.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Diamond Dallas Page including details on the new “Resurrection of Jake Roberts” movie including details on the making of movie and Jake’s current health, plus stories on DDP’s WWF-Undertaker angle, his AWA days, the Diamond Cutter compared to the RKO, and more with live callers and email questions.
Then, in a bonus segment, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell answered email questions from listeners on these topics in a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow: Triple H vs. Seth Rollins possibilities, Bray Wyatt plans, could Tough Enough’s Josh or Tanner be a main roster success, is Rock overrated or underrated as a worker and an all-time great, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 16 and 17, 2010.
On the Aug. 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed the WWE Summerslam PPV, potential follow-up on Raw with Nexus vs. WWE, an accurate prediction that Darren Young would be determined as the Weakest Link in Nexus, the PPV booking, differences between Summerslam and TNA Hardcore Justice, whether Paul Bearer could be involved in the latest Kane vs. Undertaker feud, Paul Heyman's comments about TNA today, and much more.
Then on the Aug. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took an hour of calls on a variety of subjects including Lance Cade, ROH's booking change, Summerslam and the follow-up on Raw, Justin Gabriel, Raw's mystery G.M. ideas, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the previous week's Whole F'n Show and Reaction.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW All In PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily Forbidden Door but also other topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 13, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussion with live callers on Lance Cade's death at age 29 in-depth, what it means for the industry, what steps WWE can do to help wrestlers avoid early deaths, whether education can help, WWE's reaction and how they likely view Cade's death. Also, a discussion of the previous night's TNA Impact and the debut of Reax, Impact's blood & guts ending, pros and cons of the Reax show, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Summerslam PPV in-depth, whether The Undertaker will be involved, finishes of matches, champions coming out of the PPV, and more. Also, breaking news analysis of the TNA Impact viewership for last night's show. Hoops also recaps Nostalgia News & Notes on Mr. Wrestling II, Sir Oliver Humperdink, Buff Bagwell, and more.
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-18-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Summerslam PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and NXT and WWE Kickoff Shows. Sam and Wade walk through the entire Summerslam starting with Randy Orton challenging Drew McIntyre for the WWE Title and closing with The Fiend challenging Bray Wyatt for the Universal Title, with everything in between. First up, though, they talk about ThunderDome and the evolution of WWE’s production during the pandemic era of WWE TV.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow just for PWTorch VIP members on the VIP podcast feed, they talk another half hour about whether to expect Retribution to get involved at Summerslam and overall thoughts on that angle and where it could be heading, plus a bonus NXT Takeover preview with the pros and cons of a Keith Lee win or loss to Karrion Kross, and some lavish praise for Bronson Reed’s recent rise.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Naomi's pregnancy announcement, how it was presented, what it means for her eventual potential return to the active roster, and how it affects the WWE Women's Division now
* WWE's "ruthless aggression" in scheduling events to compete with AEW PPVs including the reported ESPN debut on Sept. 20 up against AEW's All Out. A look at the history of such competition, how it's similar and different than retail stores competing with each other, what WWE has to gain and lose, and how Tony Khan should address it (if at all)
* What role would Chris Jericho have if he were to return to WWE
* If TNA Impact were to move to Wednesdays and compete with AEW Dynamite on a major network, how would it be similar to the AEW vs. NXT battle a few years ago?
* The Vision and whether Seth Rollins and Paul Heyman have chemistry or if that's even a relevant aspect this new faction
* A Mailbag question comparing and contrasting the life experiences that "Hangman" Adam Page and Seth Rollins that contributes to or limits their on-air characters
* A Mailbag question on Paul Heyman joking about Tommy Dreamer still being alive in the context of so many ECW wrestlers who did die prematurely and in the context of Tommy Dreamer once fantasizing about killing Paul Heyman at WrestleMania
* As Mailbag questions asking whether Bayley thrive in a new environment in AEW
* More Mailbag topics related to Raw last night
* Comparing local fans to international fans when it comes to AAA TripleMania's crowd reaction and New Japan's G1 Finals, and a look at how this can affect Forbidden Door and Worlds Collide
* Cody as "Guile" in Street Fighter
* What the movie "Weapons" clued Rich into regarding pro wrestling
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 11 and 12, 2010.
On the Aug. 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they fielded phone calls from all over the country for a full hour including discussions on Jack Swagger's push, the Seventh Man on Team WWE at Summerslam, why TNA turned off one viewers recently, what's the point of champions wrestling non-title matches, Tyler Black's chances of success in WWE, Hulk Hogan's ego, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed predictions for Summerslam's top matches and John Cena's "key memorable moments" in his career so far.
Then on the Aug. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell included a discussion with live callers on WWE's hype for Summerslam, what WWE did right on Raw completing the hype, whether people will actually buy the PPV, where Bryan Danielson could fit into the mix, the seventh man in the Team WWE mix, a potential babyface turn for The Miz down the line, TNA's big night tonight, the spoiler of RVD's TNA Title picture, a feud between the Four Horsemen and ECW, Tommy Dreamer keeping Dixie Carter involved, Matt Hardy's World Title aspiration Tweets, the difference between Sheamus and Kozlov, who have received strong pushes on WWE TV the last two years, and much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Bruce's trip to the NWA Legends Fanfest last week. Bruce shares great stories on Mr. Wrestling II, Jim Ross, Danny Hodge, Terry Funk, Sid and Ole Anderson, a Ric Flair imitator, Where Is She Now - Fifi, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-18-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell talked about big happenings on Raw and a looked ahead to Summerslam, plus a wide range of other topics via email questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Mick Foley in his Livecast debut catching up with Wade on wrestling, his current views on wrestling, WWE standing, and much more with live calls and emails.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 10, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the TNA Hardcore Justice PPV including the outrageous disrespect toward dead ECW wrestlers with content on the show and the inexcusable use of Tommy Dreamer's young daughters, plus lots of discussion WWE Raw's final hype for Summerslam with live calls for an hour.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss whether WWE should stop telling announcers outcomes of matches ahead of time and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 6 and 9, 2010.
On the Aug. 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on WWE acknowledging TNA's ECW-themed PPV, whether anything will come of it, WWE's two potential courses of action, last night's Impact, TNA throwing everything against the wall, Ric Flair reduced to a cartoon, the Hardcore Justice PPV and whether the audience will order the event, the Impact special, what last night's Impact should have looked like, a caller with direct correspondence with Kurt Angle on-set at "Beyond the Mat," the origin of Angle's comments critical of John Cena's movie, where Angle might end up at the end of his career, and much more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the NWA Legends Fanfest this weekend, the history of the "Parade of Champions" brand in World Class, how the demise of World Class's big cards relates to current wrestling PPVs, and more.
Then on the Aug. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on last night's Hardcore Justice PPV, an in-depth review of everything that went wrong with the show, what worked, who from the ECW Originals could be utilized by TNA going forward, why the PPV captured everything that's wrong with TNA right now, plus a preview and predictions for Monday's Raw, looking ahead to how WWE will fill out Team Cena for Summerslam, plus analysis of a new angle in TNA at the end of the Impact TV taping for Thursday (contains dancing around SPOILERS discussion), and more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-11-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn. They talk Raw Underground and ideas where it’s headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock’s purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler’s push, Daniel Bryan’s future and whether he’s better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxley, the new Raw faction teases yesterday, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* TKO's new media deals and how it will affect the presentation of major UFC events and how the motivations for both WWE and UFC are changing based on the revenue platforms they're on now
* How TKO's executives show no passion for pro wrestling as an art form and merely see it as a product to distribute and make money on
* John Cena's way-off-target post-Summerslam promo that showed a selfishness and/or obliviousness to what the top story was and how disrespectful he was (once again) to Cody Rhodes
* The Brock Lesnar return decision
* Is WWE going too far with the head-to-head competition scheduling of major events against AEW? What is the motivation and is there a downside?
* "Hangman" Page as champion and MJF stepping up as a major challenger
* The Don Callis Family and the upside of Kyle Fletcher
* The state of AEW's tag team and women's divisions, what's working and where there's still work to be done
* WWE Unreal and what the motivations seem to be for producing the series and if it is doing harm
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 4 and 5, 2010.
On the Aug. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell (on-location from Memphis!) and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers on awful NXT angle the previous night, Samoa Joe situation in TNA, Hardcore Justice PPV, what to expect at ECW-themed PPV, whether some TNA wrestlers are disgruntled with ECW emphasis, how Wilpon Family alleged start-up promotion affects TNA locker room, Randy Savage and Bob Backlund as potential WWE Hall of Fame candidates, Goldust vs. Raven at this stage of their careers, where Jim Ross fits in WWE right now, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed NXT eliminations and who's on the cut list. Also, McNeill Mailbag with listener questions on potential WWE cuts right around the time of WWE earnings report, young wrestlers started to be pushed in WWE and how that might affect TNA wrestlers, and more.
Then on the Aug. 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed the WWE PPV financial returns including a particular focus on the PPV buyrate drop with various ideas for how WWE might and should respond to the numbers. Also, TNA's production values, NXT's kissing content, Daniel Bryan possibly joining Team Cena, and Hardcore Justice thoughts in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-11-2015), PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell guest hosted for Wade and was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell. They discussed with live callers Raw, Summerslam hype, the Brock Lesnar-Undertaker video, NXT’s Barclay’s sellout, Sting vs. Taker possibilities, Daniel Bryan’s book, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about Matt Striker’s announcing, prospects of NXT specials, could Daniel Bryan make a difference for New Japan in the U.S., Triple H’s canny p.r. for NXT, how much does WWE actually need ROH to create new stars, and some NFL talk.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 2 and 3, 2010.
On the Aug. 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers on that night's WWE Raw, non-Spoiler preview and discussion, how long the Nexus storyline could play out, where Triple H fits into the picture, potential babyface turns from Chris Jericho and Edge and when those might occur, whether Jericho will renew his WWE contract, the role of WWE agents, notable agents in WWE, TNA Impact ratings, some alarming demographic numbers from early 2010 to current Impact ratings, and more.
Then on the Aug. 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the latest on the two big PPVs that month - Summerslam and Hardcore Justice. They also take calls throughout the show on a variety of topics ranging from Chris Jericho's finisher changing, The Rock missing from the movie plug last night, Percy Watson's gimmick. the Atlanta Hall of Fame, Great Khali, Impact's demographic rating, Goldberg's WWE push, Eric Bischoff, Miz, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the upstart Sean Davis group that is making waves of going national and signing big names, Miz vs. Randy Orton on Raw, Brett Favre and an NFC preview, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 29 and 30, 2010.
On the July 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on the random Hulk Hogan rumor today, TNA Impact tonight, the "free TV" PPV on Impact after Hardcore Justice, whether the Impact special can help boost ratings long-term, the latest on Paul Heyman, TNA's Ranking system, Raw SPOILERS for next week, John Cena ripping Percy Watson, WWE's Raw GM storyline, Nexus's "higher power," Abyss's "they," and Kevin Nash-Jeff Jarrett tangled webs of convoluted and confusing storylines.
Then on the July 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on last night's TNA Impact, some seriously-flawed elements of the show, the introduction of the TV Title, what TNA has a chance to prove (discipline) introducing the new title, Eric Young randomly back on Impact doing comedy, TNA's line-up for the Aug. 12 Impact special, potential expectations for the Hardcore Justice PPV, Breaking News analysis during the show of TNA Impact viewership, Breaking News analysis of Carlito booked for MTV2 taping, potential WWE Hall of Fame inductees, when Shawn Michaels could be in WWE HOF, Bobby Heenan's health, Jim Ross's future as an announcer, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Summerslam PPV line-up, whether it's a strong-enough line-up for a Summerslam, what to do with NXT Season 2 Rookies, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 27 and 28, 2010.
On the July 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they take live calls for one hour discussing primarily last night's Raw including the dissension in Team Cena, John Morrison's characters's future, Wade Barrett, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they spend 25 minutes on the very latest developments in the TNA-ECW angle from this week's tapings, how the previous week's Impact played out, Tommy Dreamer's new influence, and what happens next.
Then on the July 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls on a wide range of subjects including NXT, TNA's increased talent budget leading to nothing, Carlito's prospects of catching on with TNA, Nexus's credibility against WWE's Team, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill and Keller discuss the Summerslam tri-main-events, possible match quality and match outcomes, and what might fill in the undercard.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-4-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist and podcaster Greg Parks. They talked Raw Underground and ideas where it’s headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock’s purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler’s push, Daniel Bryan’s future and whether he’s better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxley, the new Raw faction teases yesterday, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Brock Lesnar's return
* John Cena's babyface turn
* The so-called "Ruse of the Century"
* Summerslam's key developments on both nights
* AEW's post-All In lull
* Where will AEW get its next wave of star wrestlers
* WWE Unreal including a theory on Chris Park being a focus of episode one, the motivations for even doing the show, Randy Orton's feelings about this exposing too much, and more
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 23 and 26, 2010.
On the July 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they took live calls for an hour mostly reacting to last night's edition of TNA Impact and the ECW segment with Dixie Carter at the end of the show. They also discussed Raw and other current events. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Mitchell discuss a few more items from Impact not covered during the Livecast.
Then on the July 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers leading right up to WWE Raw previewing the show, talking about what WWE would do on Raw building to Summerslam, and discussion of whether Nexus vs. Team Cena is a lopsided match-up. Also, topics discussed include Vince McMahon's interview, McMahon seemingly disconnected from reality, history of McMahon put into a corner to make changes, his comments on Chris Benoit, also, NXT Season 2 Rookies, Dolph Ziggler, history of hazings in WWE, TNA topics on the ECW-themed PPV, Mick Foley's stock dropping, the latest on Paul Heyman, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-4-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller andJ PWTorch's Jim Valley discuss “Rowdy” Roddy Piper and Raw. Valley talks about his lengthy 2001 radio interviews with Piper and Ric Flair and then callers talk of experiences with Piper away from ring, plus caller topics on Divas Revolution and more.
Then in the next segment, Wade (8-7-2015) talks live with Jonny Fairplay about Roddy Piper with unique insight on Piper's life and career from working closely with him. Plus, more interesting discussion with live calls and emails.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Justin Credible with some blunt talk on racism in wrestling in reaction to Hulk Hogan racist comments surfacing, how Steve Austin beat the WWE system of scripted promos or being edited on taped show, Roman Reigns’ struggles, John Cena’s strength, and much more with live callers.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 21 and 22, 2010.
On the July 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on TNA's ECW-themed PPV, the latest on Paul Heyman's interest in TNA, WWE's Summerslam plans, SPOILER discussion of Smackdown's SS plans, where Undertaker fits in the picture, how long WWE can stretch the Nexus angle, whether WWE should add or subtract from Nexus, NXT Season Two, a Top 10 for who to start a promotion with, a complete look at this weekend's Live Events, and much more.
Then on the July 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Shawn Michaels back in the news today, WWE's mixed signals on HBK, TNA Impact tonight, similarities and differences between TNA and WCW, would TNA use WWE's ECW footage?, history of Saturday Night's Main Event with WWE announcing a new NBC special, Bob Backlund compared to other territory champions, the NWA's relevance in 2010, possibility of an Edge & Christian reunion, potential opponents for Goldberg if he were to have a final match, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 19 and 20, 2010.
On the July 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's James Caldwell discussed with live callers the previous night's WWE Money in the Bank PPV, predictions for the Summerslam line-up, whether Evan Bourne should have been included in the no. 1 contender picture, TNA's Invasion angle, UFC 116 PPV buyrates, Kane's World Title victory and full analysis of that decision, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they broke down the TNA Impact ratings for last Thursday, including the quarter-hour ratings picture.
Then on the July 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the previous night's Raw and in general all of the big developments in WWE in the prior 48 hours. They look ahead to Summerslam, talk about Kane's win, discuss TNA frustrations with callers, look at the ECW Invasion angle compared to the Nexus storyline, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they constructed Summerslam's line-up and looked at who the odd men out might be, possibilities for WrestleMania, plus discuss Brock Lesnar including the Shane Carwin fight buyrate and prospects for the Cain Velasquez fight.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talk Drew McIntyre-Randy Orton, Keith Lee-Karrion Kross, Jon Moxley-MJF, Impact Wrestling’s “Wrestle House,” and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
FIRST HOUR
* A look at the wrestling world's reaction to the death of Hulk Hogan, with a particular focus on WWE, Paul Levesque, and Cody Rhodes.
* A look at the pro wrestling media and mainstream media reaction to Hulk Hogan's death including the range of topics and career chapters regarding Hogan.
SECOND HOUR
* CTE back in the news
* WWE Unreal first impression
* "Hangman" Adam Page vs. Jon Moxley scheduled rematch
* New Japan G1 thoughts
* Mercedes Mone's belt collecting
* Will Ospreay's neck injury situation
* Full preview of entire Summerslam line-up
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast from five years ago this week (7-28-2020). They discuss these topics: Sasha Banks vs. Asuka, Karrion Kross challenging Keith Lee, reaction to Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson’s criticism of Paul Heyman, the Nick Aldis-Bruce Prichard back and forth, if pro baseball has done anything with its presentation pro wrestling could learn from, Deonna Purazzo’s upside in Impact Wrestling and the Impact Women’s Division in general, does NXT’s replay on WWE Network hurt their young male demo rating, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-28-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers Hulk Hogan’s fall from grace and what kind of future he has, plus a very good episode of Raw including John Cena’s broken nose, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-23-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy reacting to Daniel Bryan health news today, New Japan G1, Brock Lesnar-Undertaker, John Cena-Kevin Owens, the narrative structure of WWE, and much more with live callers.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 16, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers these topics:
* Last night's TNA Impact
* The ECW Invasion angle
* Where the angle fell short on presentation compared to the live taping
* Caldwell's perspective on the Impact Zone audience
* Does WWE have a legal claim with TNA using the "ECW" name on the air
* The Machineguns vs. Beer Money feud setting a standard for tag team feuds in 2010
* WWE's Money in the Bank PPV
* More!
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow:
* The entire MITB PPV line-up, potential surprise finishes, and whether a MITB winner will cash in on the PPV
* Summerslam plans and what the top matches at Summerslam could be
* Stories from Hoops at the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame last weekend
* The lack of genuine promo ability from some wrestling stars today
* And more
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 15, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers these topics:
* TNA's ECW Invasion angle beginning tonight on Impact
* TNA's ECW-themed PPV being part of a short-term angle
* Paul Heyman's recent talks with TNA, and what Heyman could bring to TNA
* WWE's Nexus angle and whether Triple H or John Cena would be a good fit as Nexus leader
* What could be moved from Raw to Smackdown when SD launches on Syfy, an overall problem with promoting pro wrestling in 2010
* Lucha Libre historically in the U.S. and its chance for success in 2010 on MTV2
* And more!
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Mitchell talk for over 40 more minutes on these topics:
* TNA's culture of matches not mattering
* The lack of stars being built
* How to use veterans on the roster
* Pro wrestling promotional tactics in a poor state compared to UFC
* And more!
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This is a two-part flashback beginning with a Wade Keller Podcast Mailbag special segment from five years ago (7-21-2000) including these topics: Ideas for Shayna Baszler and Aleister Black from two listeners, whether women’s wrestling is driving away viewers, was the Horror Show Swamp Match obviously lower budget than prior cinematic matches, and more.
Then the Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-23-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a look at Impact Wrestling's Slammiversary PPV and the follow-up episode on Tuesday night. They also get mid-show access to Impact's viewership on Tuesday and put it in perspective with other viewership numbers this year and how it compares to NXT and AEW. Todd previews New Japan's weekend show. Then they walk through key happenings on Smackdown (including the Braun Strowman promo), Raw (including discussing why Randy Orton vs. Big Show did so poorly in the ratings with a debate on value of mid-show promos to build TV main events), AEW (one of Todd's favorite episodes of Dynamite yet), and NXT (including Bronson Reed's win, and a sidebar on Adam Cole's outburst at Pat McAfee). Then they wrap up with some UFC and Bellator talk including last weekend's results and what's up next.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* A lengthy look at the Summerslam line-up taking shape, is it deep enough and special enough to justify two nights, and is there is enough time to properly build key matches?
* Is C.M. Punk showing character malaise after a rough summer so far?
* Is Goldberg's post-retirement griping a revealing validation of WWE not really rolling out the red carper for his retirement?
* Is TNA benefiting from in NXT/WWE crossover in both short-run and long-run?
* Should AEW focus on "Hangman" Page and Toni Storm as clear top stars, or stick with the ensemble formula to make room for Mercedes Mone, Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, and others?
* Did WWE Evolution succeed enough in key ways to justify making it an annual event, and does it deserve its own weekend?
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 13 and 14, 2010.
On the July 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell they discuss the latest with Paul Heyman's negotiations with TNA, plus where Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan may end up if Heyman comes in, Jim Ross's voice being removed from WWE TV show opens, WWE's reaction to Steve Austin and Rock at UFC, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow a walk through the highlights and low points of Raw.
Then on the July 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill, they discuss last night's WWE NXT episode, the possibility of an all-women's show, the latest on Paul Heyman possibly coming to TNA, TNA's ECW angle starting up, David Finlay in WWE, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller & McNeill book a dream WWE vs. TNA card, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-21-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers last night’s Raw including Undertaker-Lesnar pull apart brawl, Kevin Owens’ future in WWE, the John Cena-Seth Rollins dynamic, what’s most wrong with Tough Enough, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss WWE going aggressively after ROH, will WWE raise price of WWE Network, what’s both fun and awful about Tough Enough, use of women on Raw this week, and more as they respond to emails and react to the just-completed Livecast livestream.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 9 and 12, 2010.
On the July 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on on the previous night's TNA Impact, the TNA Victory Road PPV, what pro wrestling can draw from the success of MMA, TNA's strengths and weaknesses as a product right now, WWE's mystery GM, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they ran through the complete Victory Road PPV line-up, Buff Bagwell's retirement plans, nostalgia news including Hoops's Hall of Fame Roundtable with a strong panel of guests on Saturday, and more.
Then on the July 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discuss last night's TNA Victory Road PPV, including dissecting the booking. They took live calls throughout the show including questions on Paul Heyman and whether TNA should give him a trial run as booker, the style of interviews in WWE and TNA today, ideas on the Raw G.M. and Nexus leader, Triple H, Dixie Carter's comments, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they reviewed TNA Victory Road.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 7 and 8, 2010.
On the July 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on TNA creative changes, Paul Heyman potentially working in TNA, could Heyman work with Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan, the previous night's NXT, breaking news report on WWE Raw ratings, who should replace R-Truth in the MITB PPV match, Nexus's future, predictions for the Raw GM, Carlito's interview on why he left WWE, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, PWTorch reader interest in the Raw GM angle based on our PWTorch.com poll, where Shane McMahon fit in the industry, alternatives to WWE, and more.
Then on the July 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell, they start with a discussion on Bruce feature column on Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman, including a discussion of Lesnar's marketing of himself and Heyman's role. Also, will Heyman end up in TNA? Plus live calls on a variety of subjects including the mystery G.M., WWE's banned moves, Triple H's surgery and planned return, how legends are portrayed, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-16-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy, a former member of the WWE Creative Team (and professional stand-up comedian who has appeared on “Conan” and many commercials) to discuss the WWE Swamp Match and in general the trend to do pre-taped heavily-produced “Cinematic” style wrestling matches. Then he provided his insights into WWE’s booking approach for each of the scheduled matches on Sunday including Drew McIntyre vs. Dolph Ziggler, the Eye for an Eye match with Rey Mysterio and Seth Rollins, Apollo Crews vs. MVP, Asuka vs. Sasha Banks for the Raw Title, and Bayley vs. Nikki Cross for the Smackdown Title.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Greg Parks, a columnist for Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter and host of the PWTorch Dailycast “Wrestling Night in America” podcast. They being with reaction to the breaking news of Raw’s record-low rating. Then they assess the scorecard for the AEW Fyter Fest vs. NXT Great American Bash two-week battle including the quarter hour and minute-by-minute details we have exclusive access to. From there, a look at New Japan’s big weekend and Evil’s surprising elevation, a preview of Extreme Rules: Horror Show, and Mailbag topics including a lot on the WWE women’s division, Shayna Baszler, a possible Evolution 2 all-women’s PPV, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* A lengthy discussion on the (likely?) worked nature of Seth Rollins's knee injury, various ways it could potentially ultimately make sense in a storyline, but is it ultimately going to be worth it?
* WWE counter-scheduling AEW again next month with NXT Heat Wave and whether it's fair game competition or predatory or just a bad look that could cost them more than it gains
* The length All In coming in 90 minutes longer than prior long shows and whether it was worth it and what the motivation might've been
* All In's attendance, main event thoughts and whether the violence is a net positive, plus Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada, Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Moné, and more
* Evolution including Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley, Naomi's resurgence, and the Charlotte-Alexa Bliss storyline
* Gunther vs. Goldberg
* Jelly Roll's involvement in WWE and early praise
* Should Paul Levesque be pulling curtain back in post-show media Q&As, and the history of finding that balance with how much to share and on what timeframe
* TNA's ambitions to get a real revenue stream on cable TV and the politics of how that could affect WWE's perspective on them
* Levesque's propensity to book faces bickering and heels crossing paths, including in Triple Threat matches
* Did Roman Reigns's return overshadow C.M. Punk's big moment on Raw?
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They evaluated AEW Fyter Fest vs. NXT Great American Bash, the Speaking Out movement weeks later, the state of COVID-19 precautions by WWE and AEW, the build for key matches on Extreme Rules, and more. Also, scattered throughout the show are Mailbag questions on a variety of topics including Eric Bischoff opting for surprises instead of planning ahead, was AEW engaged in too much cronyism and nepotism, Gene Okerlund compared to Renee Young, Tony Khan on Twitter, Sonya Deville’s potential, Jon Moxley vs. Brian Cage finish, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-14-2015), PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers the previous night’s Raw including Stephanie introducing three NXT women, John Cena’s odd behavior in Rusev-Kevin Owens-Cesaro segment, Brock Lesnar-Seth Rollins hype, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed current WWE Smackdown G.M. Nick Aldis. The interview features fascinating insight from an ambitious and often frustrated long-time member of TNA ("Magnus"), missed opportunities, Dixie Carter, Eric Bischoff, Hulk Hogan, and his future.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 6, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss last night's episode of WWE Raw, plus live calls on a variety subjects including Money in the Bank, could Matt Hardy or Christian be given a win, could Triple H fill R-Truth's slot, why was R-Truth removed, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss in-depth the prospects of Paul Heyman running TNA.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW All In PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by current PWTorch columnist Rich Fann and former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily All In but also other topics including ROH, the AEW Unified Title, Britt Baker, "Hangman" Page, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-7-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is part of two distinct segments.
First is a new discussion that week with former pro wrestling radio show host and convention promoter John Arezzi who talks about his new tell-all books, his new website wrestling history project, his return to pro wrestling with new podcasts, and reflections on his history of podcasting. Then Arezzi and Keller talk about the Pandemic Era of pro wrestling, Cinematic Wrestling in the context of wrestling history, the Undertaker documentary series, whether Major League Baseball can learn from pro wrestling in terms of operating safely or are the two situations just too different, and more.
Then in the second half of the show, we present a September 19, 1992 episode of Arezzi’s radio show with Wade Keller and Dave Meltzer as guest analysts discussing controversies including Bill Watts butting heads with top stars in WCW.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* A preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event with a focus on the pros and cons of the possible outcomes of the Gunther vs. Goldberg match
* A preview of WWE Evolution with a look at the array of title matches including Trish Stratus being "gifted" a match and whether it feels justified
* A preview of NXT Great American Bash with a focus on Oba Femi, Ethan Page, and Ricky Saints
* A look at the ROH Supercard of Honor PPV on Friday night
* Analysis of Tony Khan's media Q&A including ROH, the Unified Title's future, Britt Baker, All In attendance, and more
* Thoughts on Charlotte's touching Player's Tribune article on the ups and down of her public and personal life in recent years
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 2 and 5, 2010.
On the July 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and guest co-host Rob McNichol of the U.K. Sun and One-Sided Ring podcast includes discussion with live callers on the previous night's TNA Impact, Impact TV viewership, TNA's strong character development, but lackluster TV storylines, WWE's roster vs. TNA's roster, whether TNA should re-emphasize a sporting feel similar to the FSN days, UFC 116 PPV hype, WWE stars supporting Brock Lesnar, what pro wrestling can learn from UFC's hype, Triple H's eventual return, Mystery Raw GM possibilities - Hunter, Batista, JBL?, Bret Hart's feud with Martha Hart, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Ricky Steamboat's health, how WWE should and could follow-up on Raw, Ric Flair stories from his U.K. media tour, and much more.
Then on the July 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host Greg Parks includes live discussion previewing tonight's WWE Raw right up until the start of the show, plus plenty of discussion on Paul Heyman possibly going to TNA, a break down of his "demands" and "requests," a look at every angle of what Heyman would mean for TNA, where Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan would fit into a "Heyman TNA," whether Dixie Carter will give Heyman complete control, what ideas Heyman might bring to TNA, UFC 116 with Brock Lesnar's UFC Title victory, pro wrestling "not being cool" compared to UFC, whether Brock Lesnar or John Cena would be a better spokesperson, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-7-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Tough Enough after two episodes, does ZZ have charisma, why can’t American fans be like Japanese fans, Finn Balor vs. Hideo Itami potential, was Brock Lesnar wasted on the Japan show, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the previous night's Raw including the John Cena-Cesaro 30 minute main event, Kevin Owens' future, the absence of a Roman Reigns promo in response to the previous week’s huge beatdown, Seth breaks 11th Amendment, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-2-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former "Survivor" contestant and TNA manager Jonny Fairplay with Tough Enough talk for the entire show, including reality TV veteran Fairplay dissecting the format, the production, how reality TV is fake, how to improve that season, predictions, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 1, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, and MMATorch editor Jamie Penick, they begin with a discussion of the Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin fight on Saturday night, then move on to live calls on a variety of subjects including Rick Steamboat's condition, creating an MMA-style worked pro wrestling promotion, Brock's chances of becoming a Raw guest host, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and McNeill discuss the Raw G.M. situation, the Money in the Bank matches, and Bret Hart's criticism of Martha Hart.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Analysis of WWE Smackdown the night before Night of Champions including C.M. Punk's Thuganomics performance
* A review of WWE Raw following NOC
* Reviews of AEW Collision and AEW Dynamite including the big developments in All In hype
* Analysis of Zack Sabre Jr.'s IWGP Title win
* A review of UFC 371 and a preview of the next UFC event
* A review of the new Barry Horowitz autobiography
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 29 and 30, 2010.
On the June 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss the fallout from the previous night's WWE Raw, the latest mysterious anonymous G.M. speculation, WCW's debate of giving the top push to Sting or Lex Luger around 1990, speculation on the direction of NXT, the future of Ring of Honor, and more.
Then on the June 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops included a discussion with live callers on WWE Raw's mystery GM, lengthy discussion on TNA creative issues including Ed Ferrera leaving TNA and whether more creative changes are on the way, plus insight in Vince Russo's standing in TNA, what it would take for Paul Heyman to enter TNA, the previous night's NXT, whether Season 2 Rookies would be incorporated into Nexus, C.M. Punk's injury, Smackdown's MITB match at the PPV, more opportunities for young talent in WWE, what to do with the re-formed ECW in TNA, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed time off for wrestlers, how to incorporate time off into storylines, Arn Anderson's promo on Raw, WWE featuring Ric Flair On-Demand, Ricky Steamboat's DVD, an interesting WWE On-Demand Roundtable discussion of Bruno Sammartino, the death of Chris Adams's former wife and valet, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-2-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a look at NXT Great American Bash, AEW Fyter Fest Night 1, the ratings for AEW vs. NXT this week, last week’s WWE Smackdown, this week’s WWE Monday Night Raw, the New Japan Cup semi-finals, plus Mailbag on Jim Londos and good books on the pre-1950s pro wrestling industry, Asuka, Nyla Rose’s possible manager, the origins of the terms football and soccer, utilizing King of the Ring to determine SummerSlam challenger, a Last Dance Review, and more. Todd pops bigger for an email than he ever has before near the end.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 25 and 28, 2010.
On the June 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact, Abyss's "they" storyline, Mick Foley's possible involvement, WWE Raw GM possibilities, analysis of some potential GMs including Shane McMahon, Steve Austin, Booker T, Batista, and others, WWE apparently trying to turn Vince McMahon face, potential Summerslam storylines, Best/Worst Examples of writing off a wrestler from TV, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer a round of VIP member Listener Mail questions from the McNeill Mailbag, McNeill tells great independent show stories, including a story involving Mickie James, plus a detailed legal analysis of the Martha Hart vs. WWE & McMahon lawsuit, why Bret Hart might have left WWE with WrestleMania paychecks rolling in, and more.
Then on the June 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the mystery G.M. storyline, the Martha Hart lawsuit, WWE running from the term "pro wrestling," Miz and Morrison comparisons, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Brock Lesnar-Shane Carwin title fight on Saturday, the dreadfully low ratings for Jeff Jarrett vs. Sting on Impact last week, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-30-2015), PWTorch's Bruce Mitchel guest hosting for Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the previous night's WWE Raw, the awful rating, is Seth Rollins too weak of a heel champion, what’s ahead of Brock Lesnar, the state of TNA, Matt Morgan’s return, and many more topics with live callers and emails.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Tough Enough’s new season, TNA losing “World Title status,” does TNA “deserve to survive,” the Kevin Owens interference in the Cesaro vs. John Cena match, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-25-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Taz who discussed his unlikely career journey, comparisons to Brock Lesnar’s suplex-based style, NXT as a training ground, Tough Enough reaction, commentating for WWE vs. TNA, switching to a podcasting career, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 23 and 24, 2010.
On the June 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussing the NXT angle, the Raw ratings, the rise of Sheamus, the Ric Flair-Jay Lethal situation, the Mystery G.M. angle, Batista's MMA aspirations, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the latest comments from Jim Ross and Kurt Angle, more on Batista's MMA aspirations, and more.
Then on the June 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Brian Hoops of the PWTorch Nostalgia Podcast took live calls throughout the hour including whether showing WWE fans rookies in a demeaning role hurts their chances of being taken seriously later, Chris Jericho's strengths and weaknesses at this point in his career, LayCool-Beautiful People similarities, Martha Hart's claim, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Brian Hoops talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the various Hall of Fames in pro wrestling among other topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-26-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They present a special theme episode – Better Off or Worse Off, looking at WWE and NXT wrestlers today versus one year ago. Is Drew McIntyre better off or worse off? How about Braun Strowman? New Day? A.J. Styles? Dolph Ziggler? Bayley? Undisputed Era? Keith Lee? Seth Rollins? Johnny Gargano? And many many more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-23-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Rich Fann. They answered mailbag questions dedicated to the Speaking Out movement, including Sammy Guevara’s suspension without pay, promoter response so far, fan disenchantment and how wrestling’s social media accessibility exacerbates that sense of betrayal fans feel, pro wrestling’s shameful past and why it’s different and in some ways worse now, and why there’s hope for this to make a difference for the future of the industry and the safety of its participants.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The prospects for the King of the Ring final with Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton
* The prospects for the Queen of the Ring final with Jade Cargill vs. Asuka
* What was the end goal of John Cena's bizarro Pipe Bomb promo last Friday on Smackdown? Does it harm C.M. Punk with fans? Does it paint Cena negatively for engaging in such a one-sided, unfair fight, or was it justice for Punk's words in the past?
* A look at ticket sales for All In and the big three matches announces so far. Is there anything AEW can do to spark ticket sales in these final few weeks?
* Analysis of our PWTorch poll asking who is AEW's most valuable wrestler currently on the roster looking at the next three years, and is there a single standout or should it be an ensemble approach?
* Thoughts on the build for Goldberg challenging Gunther for the World Title at Saturday Night's Main Event
* Some NXT and TNA talk including how the WWE alliance is working for TNA's hardcore fans
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 18 and 21, 2010.
On the June 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Brian Hoops discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact, the big Jay Lethal and Ric Flair angle, TNA's build-up to a four-way match at the next PPV vs. WWE's build-up to the Fatal Four-Way PPV, John Cena's almost comical comments in media interviews, why Cena is endorsing Bryan Danielson and why he didn't endorse Mr. Anderson in WWE, possible plans for the Money in the Bank PPV involving the NXT Rookies, Will John Cena and Jack Swagger have lengthy title runs, is TNA disciplined enough to stretch out Kurt Angle's #1 quest?, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Four-Way PPV and whether it's worth ordering, Batista's potential MMA transition, Grizzly Smith, the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame, a scoop on an upcoming Nostalgia podcast interview, and more.
Then on the June 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on the previous night's WWE Fatal Four-Way PPV, the major angles from the PPV covered including Rey Mysterio's World Title victory, Sheamus's WWE Title victory, WWE hot-shotting title changes, Jack Swagger's future, the NXT angle invasion at the PPV & follow-up on Raw, anything for Money in the Bank on Raw, backstage politics in WWE, the ROH Internet PPV, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-23-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed with live callers the previous night’s WWE Raw with a focus on Brock Lesnar-Seth Rollins storyline and mess of a Divas Division, plus is Jay Lethal a worthy ROH World Champion, and much more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Tough Enough’s new season, TNA’s odd Slammiversary situation, Byron Saxton, why isn’t Lucha Underground more popular, Seth’s awesome apology, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-18-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Howard Brody, co-author of Dusty Rhodes’s 2005 autobiography, who shares for nearly an hour hour his memories regarding the challenges of working with Dusty on the book, personal interactions with Dusty, impressions of the reaction to his death from inside the industry, and more.
Then Sean Radican joins Keller to preview the next night’s ROH live PPV with the title vs. title main event, A.J. Styles, Kyle O’Reilly, The Young Bucks, Christopher Daniels, Frankie Kazarian, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 16 and 17, 2010.
On the June 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill discussed Monday's follow-up to the NXT angle on Raw. Then they fielded phone calls on a variety of subjects including the authentic backstage segments on NXT, the power-structure in TNA, the failure of WWE to live up to the impossible peak of the excitement of the Attitude/Stone Cold/Rock era, and more. Plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and McNeill delve into whether WWE really blew it on Monday or if they were being held to unrealistic expectations.
Then on the June 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net took live calls throughout the hour on a variety of subjects including the NXT angle fallout, Bryan Danielson's future, who might replace John Cena if he were to get injured, more on the Dixie Carter TNA surprise, Chris Jericho's actual status in WWE, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss RVD's usage, John Cena's corporate speak, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 14 and 15, 2010.
On the June 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks discuss Raw, the best and worst case scenarios for the NXT Invasion angle follow-up, the previous night's TNA Slammiversary PPV, Bryan Danielson's WWE release, TNA subjects from Monday's TV taping, TNA's "big surprise" vs. Tommy "nice surprise" Dreamer, and much more with a rapid-fire round of live callers.
Then on the June 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers WWE Raw follow-up on the NXT Invasion angle, how long will the angle last, Bryan Danielson's firing and absence, Wade Barrett standing out, the car crash angle at the end of Raw, John Cena speaking out on Danielson via Twitter, Scott Hall's firing, Roxxi and ODB's departures, TNA bringing back ECW, TNA a vanity promotion for Jeff Jarrett, Dixie Carter's "big surprise" Tweets, will Batista come to TNA, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss TNA's current standing, Bruce's report from Sunday's WWE house show, WWE appealing to kids almost exclusively on house shows, the Fatal Four-Way PPV build-up, and much more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with Todd's analysis of the first few New Japan shows since returning from pandemic hiatus, then a review of Smackdown including the urination dousing with Sheamus and Jeff Hardy, a review of Raw with the Drew McIntyre-R-Truth angle and the Christian-Randy Orton tease, a review of AEW Dynamite including a theory on where Cody and Arn Anderson pairing was going, and a review NXT on USA including a move toward more zany comedy, followed by some NXT-AEW ratings talk, and finally some UFC talk to round out the current events section.
Then the show concludes with a sample of this week's Mailbag edition of the VIP podcast "The Fix" with Todd and Wade discussing a reported proposed trade between the WWF and WCW in 1992 involving four very big names and then a discussion of wrestlers in movies, and a bonus topic of favorite Simpson's episodes, new observations rewatching "Game of Thrones," and what's next on Todd's binge-watch list.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Lay of the land in the Queen of the Ring and King of the Ring tournaments including the return of Asuka
* Goldberg's return and being gifted a title shot against Gunther including how WWE could have made that more palatable and credible
* Does it seem C.M. Punk is flustered lately - including his interactions with John Cena on TV - with the social media backlash against him going to Saudi Arabia and are his critics relishing calling him a hypocrite?
* The latest with R-Truth and Ron Killings
* A look at the state of TNA as Rich is heading to TNA tapings this weekend
* Thoughts on streaming overtaking broadcast and cable as the main way people consume programming now
* The latest with WBD and the changes in the corporate structure
* Tidbits and thoughts on recent podcast highlights with Cody Rhodes, Undertaker, and the Bellas
* The new AEW Unified Title and where it could all be headed
* A review of the Becky Lynch-Bayley exchange on Raw this week
* Paul Levesque steps on rakes again when it comes to making political appearances and comments
* Closing thoughts on the battle of the Mall of America compared to Canada's mega-man in Edmonton
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-12-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by columnist Todd Martin and by ex-WWE Creative Team member Andrew Goldstein to remember Dusty Rhodes. Goldstein discussed his time working with Dusty behind the scenes in WWE. Phone calls and emails were mixed in throughout with Dusty-related topics.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-16-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Battleground developments including return of Brock Lesnar, Seth Rollins, Dean Ambrose, Raw ratings, and much more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Reigns-Bray angle and feud, idea for WWE women’s tournament, Sheamus’s renewed push, could Michael Elgin breakout in G1, Seth’s great acting, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-11-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed “The Patriot” Del Wilkes featuring memories of watching Dusty Rhodes who died earlier that day. Also, stories from Wiles's days in the AWA, Global, WCW, All Japan, and the WWF with live callers and email topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 10 and 11, 2010.
On the June 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Greg Parks. They discussed the pending Top 50 WWE Wrestlers DVD and discuss and debate who should make the list. They take live calls on the Top 50 List including Chris Benoit's merits, along with a variety of other topics. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Greg and Wade discuss whether there will ever be another Undertaker, whether Mick Foley gets enough blame for the negatives of his legacy as a wrestler, whether Shawn Michaels could be the storyline Undertaker perpetrator, and more.
Then on the June 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on the previous night's TNA Impact, poor PPV hype for RVD vs. Sting and good hype for the rest of the PPV, Dixie Carter's messages promising big changes in TNA, the NXT Invasion angle, predictions on where the angle will be going, should a "mastermind" be included, Season 2 NXT standouts, Undertaker DVD back-story on "body bag" match, WWE's weak domestic PPV numbers, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more talk about the Top 50 WWE Stars, how WWE might vote the Top 10, Ric Flair-Greg Price feud over Legends Fanfest, Promolast Convention business, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the June 12, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where Wade Keller and PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell discussed the big Raw-NXT angle, reacted to the previous night's season two debut of NXT, reminisced about the WCW Robocop angle 20 years ago, and fielded live calls on a wide range of subjects.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the guest host concept on Raw, Rampage Jackson as a possible WWE wrestler, Vince McMahon's limo driver James Dudley's qualification for the Hall of Fame, the Flair-Hogan feud and why it never headlines WrestleMania, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They evaluate WWE Backlash hype, make predictions, and look at what might be next for key wrestlers, then discuss FTR in AEW, Triple H compared to Khan and Cody on Q&As with the media, Dynamite, MLW on DAZN, the Impact Slammiversary loaded main event, YouTube views for secondary tier of wrestling companies, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* A thorough look at the participants in the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring tournaments, the different paths that the tournament could take, how few seem actually realistic given the realities of deciding Summerslam main event. Who are actual realistic candidates to win or even advance? Why is it safe to eliminate quite a few wrestlers, even bigger names?
* Thoughts on Monday night's John Cena-C.M. Punk exchange and the undercurrents of putting Punk in position to look like a hypocrite regarding Saudi Arabia even though that's not part of storyline cannon in WWE otherwise.
* The developments with R-Truth over the last week including him dropping the R-Truth personal and going back to Ron Killings
* Thoughts on the Jey Uso-Gunther title change and what it means for both Jey and Gunther from here
* Analysis of the state of the Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada dream match for AEW going into the contract signing tomorrow night
* Additional thoughts on Dynamite and Collision this week
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 7 and 8, 2010.
On the June 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Pat McNeill features live phone calls and discussion previewing that night's three-hour WWE Raw, the latest wrestling news, TNA Impact, whether Goldberg is a WWE Hall of Fame headliner, territory era memories, and more.
Then on the June 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net. They talked in depth about the NXT invasion angle on Raw the previous night, including why everyone is excited but the burden and high expectations falling on the writing team in WWE to follow-up well. Plus a variety of questions on Jim Cornette, Vince McMahon's limo driver in the Hall of Fame, Rampage Jackson, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell discuss more aspects of Raw besides the NXT angle.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-9-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers Money in the Bank hype with a focus on what just isn’t clicking with some key wrestlers on the show, plus NXT Title on Raw, how Brock Lesnar might factor in, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Steve Austin-Brock Lesnar, Dolph Ziggler’s sense of humor, WWE Network free again in June, does the Pop-Up Powerbomb look too fake, Samoa Joe-Tyson Kidd, Dean Ambrose’s zany thief character, TNA Impact’s future, and more mostly from VIP member emails sent in to the show.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-4-2015), in recognition of "Jerry Lawler Day," PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed Randy Hales, a longtime Memphis Wrestling employee who wore many hats and worked closely with Lawler over several decades. He shared backstage stories from matches and interviews on the new Lawler DVD, plus live callers and email topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 3 and 4, 2010.
On the June 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Brian Hoops of the PWTorch VIP Nostalgia Podcast taking calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including candidates for the WWE Hall of Fame in Atlanta next year (Goldberg's merits, Sting's merits, Bobby Eaton's merits, and more), Sensational Sherri's atomic drops, NXT season one and two, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss wrestlers on game shows, more on NXT, and Jim Ross's decision.
Then on the June 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell discussed TNA Impact including the Kaz-Flair-Styles angle, Kurt Angle-Flair, WWE's choice of wrestler names, the toughest tag teams ever, an idea for a "house show title" in TNA, how fans perceive house shows, whether Vince McMahon was wrong to keep Jim Ross off TV, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 1 and 2, 2010.
On the June 1, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss with live callers and emailers WWE Raw from the night before, the WWE Hall of Fame, Bret Hart as G.M., Undertaker's injury, The Rock, Sting's half-assed career, and more.
Then on the June 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill includes a discussion with live callers on the previous night's WWE NXT, the future of the Season One NXT Rookies, who might be moved to Raw and Smackdown, who benefits from WWE's roster depth issues, the ridiculous names given to some of the Season Two NXT Rookies, why WWE would saddle them with the names, and more discussion of NXT. Plus, discussion on Matt Morgan's improved promo style, the TNA Slammiversary PPV line-up, Ring of Honor's current position, would Vince Russo ever go back to WWE, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed more in-depth NXT, the TNA PPV line-up, looking ahead to the Victory Road PPV in July, Dragon Gate USA, Mickie James, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-2-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist and PWTorch Dailycast host Greg Parks. They looked in-depth at the Big Four male champions in AEW, NXT, Raw, and SD, specifically the future of the reigns of Jon Moxley, Adam Cole, Braun Strowman, and Drew McIntyre. Who will be their challengers, how long should their reigns last, pros and cons of different possible wrestlers to end their reigns.
Then the Mailbag on whether Tony Khan is money mark or superfan, Undertaker doc and whether its narrative feels at all authentic, the controversial Jeff Hardy angle, social distancing on TV in AEW compared to WWE, if AEW is outdrawing NXT why should AEW clamp down on comedy ratio of its programs, is Bayley vs. Sasha Banks heading toward a major PPV showdown and is Bayley one of the wrestlers who has grown the most in the pandemic crowd-free era the most, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Is AEW's Fyter Fest line-up strong enough for a four hour block tomorrow night?
* Full WWE Money in the Bank preview and some thoughts on Worlds Collide
* Who will be a bigger star in two years among Stephanie Vaquer, Giulia, Roxanne Perez, and Lyra Valkyria? And why? Is there more to be done to build on Vaquer's early popularity with fans to move her to the next level?
* R-Truth and how bungled his WWE status change was by everyone from WWE to Truth to the fans and fellow wrestlers
* Is WWE flirting with losing a lot of the goodwill they've built up?
* Gabe Kidd's AEW introduction
* Other topics from the Mailbag on WWE and AEW including Ricochet, Adam Cole, WWE's live experience for the prices they're charging, more
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 25 and 26, 2010.
On the May 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers about Ric Flair's comments in the news this week, Triple H's potential return, John Cena as a long-term WWE champ, Michael Cole as heel manager, the previous night's TNA Impact, strengths of Impact, improvements needed on Impact, Matt Morgan's promo on Kurt Angle, scoops on the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame, WFX, Beverly Brothers, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Jim Ross's future, Eric Bischoff's Facebook posts, why WWE wasn't drawing attention to a UFC PPV headliner on Raw, will UFC 114 outdraw WrestleMania, and more.
Then on the May 31, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks featured a discussion of that night's Raw, WWE's roster depth issues, Smackdown's latest storyline developments, the direction of the C.M. Punk vs. Rey Mysterio feud, Randy Orton's health, Undertaker's injury, John Morrison fitting it on Raw, Sting's heel turn, Hulk Hogan's first attempt to join TNA, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-2-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Elimination Chamber fallout on WWE Raw, ratings predictions for ROH the next night, Samoa Joe, Steve Austin and Paul Heyman’s podcast with live callers, among other topics.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Samoa Joe upgrading his WWE contract to a full time main roster deal, Karen Jarrett takes a dig on Twitter at a certain lady based in Nashville, Steve Austin-Brock Lesnar, Nikki’s Divas Title reign, TNA's future if they lose the Destination America timeslot, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-28-2015), we present back to back interviews.
First, PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ROH COO Joe Koff who discussed how the ROH Destination America deal come about, was ROH interested in providing original programming for DestAm, how did TNA factor in, what is ROH all about, would ROH expand further West more often, and much more including live callers.
Then, in the second part of the show, Wade was joined by Matt McCarthy, an ex-WWE Creative Team member who talked about coping with wrestler injuries during his time in WWE, Kevin Owens’s rise, Samoa Joe’s future, PWG’s rising stars, ROH-TNA situation, and much more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-21-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They covered these topics:
* AEW Dynamite review and analysis of the angle with Mike Tyson, with Todd's reasons for not liking how it played out, Cody's promo and what might be worth reading into, the Young Bucks & Matt Hardy team, and more
* A walk through key segments of the latest episodes of WWE Smackdown (including the IC Title tournament and Bayley beating Charlotte) and Monday Night Raw (including MVP Lounge with Drew McIntyre, Apollo Crews U.S. Title win, Charlotte vs. Nia Jax vs. Natalya, what MVP has added to Raw so far, more)
* Analysis of NXT on USA (including thoughts on Matt Riddle heading to the main roster, the upside of Timothy Thatcher, the finish of the Eli Drake vs. Jake Atlas vs. Kushida match, Takeover developments, more).
* A preview of UFC's Fight Night this coming weekend
* Part of his review of the new Ken Shamrock book
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 25 and 26, 2010.
On the May 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell talk with callers about the previous night's WWE Raw, breaking news analysis of the Raw TV ratings, Bret Hart in a short-term Raw GM role?, Batista's strong performance on Raw, Jon Lovitz and the Raw guest-hosting concept needing to go, WWE needing to build new stars but probably going back to Vince McMahon's character, news on Carlito needing rehab, suggestions for radical changes to TNA PPVs, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Mitchell discuss NXT tonight, the next phase of the Daniel Bryan vs. Michael Cole feud, whether NXT will continue past this season, TNA's financial and roster situation discussed in-depth, whether house shows can help boost TNA financially, when changes might be coming, and more.
Then on the May 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers about the previous night's WWE NXT show, the future of NXT, the future of the Tuesday night timeslot after next week's finale, TNA giving away another PPV-caliber match on free TV this week, WWE & TNA PPV concepts/gimmicks, Jack Swagger as long-term champion, Bret Hart as long-term Raw GM, Hulk Hogan's lawsuit, a general overview of ROH TV, Sid Vicious to WWE or TNA, WWE booking title changes TNA style, TNA creating a Championship Ranking like ROH's Pick Six, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss more the TNA Rankings, Evolve trying to make wins & losses count, Caldwell's fantasy booking on creating a schedule and "season" to differentiate the product, Chris Jericho's quotes on TNA, Jim Ross's future, Eric Bischoff's Tweet last night, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (5-21-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller with Tony Schiavone from the AEW announce team. The following are the topics Wade and Tony cover in (rough) chronological order:
* Which match should go on last on Saturday night at Double or Nothing – the AEW World Title match or the TNT Championship match.
* A look at the history of when World Title matches have and haven’t gone on last as a rule.
* The role of a secondary title in a promotion, and some of the best examples of secondary titles and standout rivalries.
* Should the TNT Title in essence become a TV Title?
* Some thoughts on the Arn Anderson-Jake Roberts segment last night.
* The pros and cons of scripted promos and overly-produced announcing.
* A funny Young Bucks story about his first interview with them.
* What MJF is like behind the scenes compared to on-air.
* Crazy stories about Tony Khan (really!).
* How he has adjusted his announcing without fans in attendance.
* How much he knows about what’s going to happen on Dynamite when he’s announcing live.
* What it’s like working for Tony Khan and AEW in general
After that, the full Cody media conference call from earlier this afternoon covering a range of AEW Double or Nothing topics, changes AEW has made in the PPV card and in general because of the coronavirus situation, the way the TNT Title and AEW World Title will relate to the contendership rankings, MJF’s future, whether they’ll exclusively run empty-venue Dynamite shows at Daily’s Place or venture out, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Why too much wrestling on one weekend can be a good thing rather than exhausting.
* AEW Double or Nothing fallout
* Review of key happenings at a newsworthy Saturday Night's Main Event.
* The new Paul Heyman faction expanding
* Why The Judgment Day is the best story to follow in pro wrestling today
* Money in the Bank outlook at this point
* WWE's lack of formal acknowledgment of Jim Ross's cancer diagnosis
* Reaction to the "Dark Side of the Ring" on Daffney
* Mailbag on "Speedball" Mike Bayley, Kazuchikia Okada and Money in the Bank early favorites
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 20 and 21, 2010.
On the May 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller had a live discussion with callers on main topics of the NXT angle with Michael Cole and Daniel Bryan, WWE insulting the audience with the angle, Vince McMahon looking for a reaction, why the angle doesn't work, plus a proposal on TNA cutting back their PPVs from 12 to 4 per year, what it would accomplish, TNA being forced to change booking, plus expected TNA roster cuts, why it might not accomplish anything, who should be cut hypothetically, and much more.
Then on the May 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks includes a discussion with live callers on TNA Impact, the oddball Top 10 Rankings, X Division booking, the messy Abyss- Desmond Wolfe-Chelsea storyline, Sting's muddy character, Bret Hart as Raw GM?, what to do with U.S. Title, breaking news analysis of Carlito's release, does WWE want Mickie James back?, MVP getting a push on Smackdown, a third party to push WWE and/or TNA, what Jim Ross would do in TNA, Shelton Benjamin a centerpiece star in TNA, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they break down the Over the Limit PPV line-up match by match and talk more about Carlito's release.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-26-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss WWE Elimination Chamber, Booker T’s color commentary, NXT Takeover, Dean Ambrose push, Austin at WM32, Lana-Rusev-Dolph Ziggler, Cena, Ambrose, WWE-NXT dynamic, more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed how TNA has mishandled Destination America publicity, PPV vs. Network evolution, why doesn’t WWE end up with more black stars, Shelton Benjamin’s shortcomings, will Dean Ambrose or Roman Reigns turn, should U.S. Title move to NXT, the TNA-Eric Bischoff/Jason Harvey lawsuit, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-21-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Jim Ross with his reaction to Samoa Joe and Kevin Owens appearing on NXT and Raw this week, WWE’s brand split history and future prospects, TNA-DestAmerica, his schedule these days, Jerry Lawler documentary, the Divas Division, and more with live callers and email questions.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW Double or Nothing PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They begin with thoughts on the "Hangman" Page-Will Ospreay dynamic and predictions, and then march through the rest of the line-up ending with Anarchy in the Arena.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing Double or Nothing and other AEW topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 18 and 19, 2010.
On the May 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost Jason Powell of prowrestling.net take live calls for an hour with a focus on last night's Raw, Bret Hart's U.S. Title win, and the final hype for Over the Limit. Also, has Eric Bischoff's association with TNA's failures this year hurt his reputation from the WCW boom period? Should TNA change their PPV schedule? How about WWE returning to brand-specific PPVs? What does it take to become a wrestling creative team member?
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell discuss the TNA Top Ten Contenders rankings, Jim Ross's future, and more.
Then on the May 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell includes discussion on the previous night's NXT show, the Daniel Bryan vs. Michael Cole angle, why it points to reinforcing Vince McMahon is the ruler of the WWE Universe, where the angle is going, plus comparisons between Bret Hart in WWE and Ric Flair in TNA, Ultimate Warrior's rant on Ted DiBiase, "Lost" affecting WWE PPV buys on Sunday, the PPV line-up, Christian paying tribute to Chris Benoit on Raw, Taz's work in TNA, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Ronnie Garvin in-depth, Linda McMahon's Senate campaign, whether McMahon can win the Senate, Michael Benoit's letter imploring voters not to vote for McMahon, TNA roster cuts, state of TNA management, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the Undertaker documentary, the AEW Double or Nothing line-up, Drew Gulak, potential NXT call-ups including Keith Lee and Damien Priest, how Impact is doing with its TV show during the coronavirus area, and more.
And then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason cover other topics including whether AEW’s PPV should be free on TNT, Bobby Lashley’s build to title shot, Tony Khan honeymoon period with fans, mystery hacker, WWE women’s reshuffling after Becky Lynch indefinite hiatus, the heavy-handed Edge-Randy Orton hype, and is Brandi Rhodes unfairly over-criticized.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* A thorough preview of AEW Double or Nothing including thoughts on the build for each of the matches starting with "Hangman" Adam Page vs. Will Ospreay.
* A thorough preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and a look at key segments and angles from Raw last night that set the stage.
* Mailbag topics focused on WWE's weak TV match finishes lately really stacking up and risking to greatly disengage fan investment in marquee TV matches
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 14 and 17, 2010.
On the May 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Brian Hoops features calls and discussion on last night's TNA Impact, TNA booking, a caller debate on the Samoa Joe-Matt Morgan set-up, Kevin Hall & Scott Nash winning the TNA Tag Titles, WWE's line to a wrestler "creative doesn't have anything for you," history of mid-card titles, TNA needing to clean up mid-card title picture, drop Global Title and add TV Title?, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Dixie Carter shoot interview, the Sacrifice PPV line-up, Nostalgia News, and more.
Then on the May 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill includes discussion from calls, emails, and chat room on tonight's WWE Raw, how the Bret Hart vs. The Miz match could play out, giving away PPV matches on free TV before the PPV, what does commercial-free actually mean?, ROH as a potential challenger to WWE, what ROH needs to become a bigger player, future ROH champion, TNA budget issues, real issue with who TNA will be cutting, TNA Sacrifice review, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss finishes and angles from the PPV, where Kurt Angle fits into storylines, King of the Mountain predictions, TNA booking four weeks of TV this week, Jack Swagger vs. Big Show, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-19-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Payback fallout on Raw, Kevin Owens’s Raw debut, mysterious Bryan injury, Triple H’s NXT media conference call, Samoa Joe, and more with live callers.
Then, in the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email topics on what is TNA doing well, what derailed James Storm, Lucha Underground newbie advice, will Charlotte’s looks work against her, Dean Ambrose, Tag Teams in Pods, Jerry Lawler’s shrieks, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-14-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed John Piermarini, a former member of WWE Creative, who discussed Payback’s Fatal Four-way, Rusev, Billy Corgan-TNA, C.M. Punk’s UFC status, how WWE can create their own Ronda Rousey, could Jon Jones type of character work in pro wrestling, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 12 and 13, 2010.
On the May 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost PWTorch's Pat McNeil took live calls on a wide array of subjects including the Eric Bischoff-Paul Heyman relationship, the previous night's NXT cuts and the future of NXT, Daniel Bryan's position in WWE, The Miz's upside as a top star, Randy Orton's journey to being a babyface, Kimbo Slice as a pro wrestler, Vickie Guerrero's return, Scott Hall's potential to contribute to Impact, and more.
Then on the May 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Greg Parks from PWTorch talked Impact rating prediction, evaluating women wrestlers, IC Title situation, Scott Hall as a mentor, and more with live callers throughout.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 10 and 11, 2010.
On the May 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they talk about whether TNA should switch to targeting kids and families as Matt Morgan just suggested, and also how they can win back fans of UFC. They field phone calls on Sting's gimmick, John Cena's popularity, PPV pricing, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about Batista's contract situation and whether he'd be a good fit with TNA, Jim Ross's options and status, and more.
Then on the May 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell discussed Raw TV ratings, what the ratings indicate about the Raw brand, a review of the previous night's Raw, WWE's Raw product lacking an internal logic, Eric Bischoff's extensive interview, Gordon Solie and Jim Ross comparisons, TNA's product, their future if Thursdays don't work out again, future plans for the Raw GM role, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a review of Kurt Angle's latest quotes, Jeff Hardy's legal situation, the "rape angle" on Impact this week, Tiger Woods, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell to discuss the Finn Balor vs. Cameron Grimes match on NXT TV including the upside of Grimes and the value of Balor to NXT as a top star, an in-depth discussion on the career of the Road Warriors and an evaluation of the Dark Side of the Ring documentary on them this week, thoughts on the NXT vs. AEW ratings this week, reaction to the Street Profits vs. Viking Raiders basketball game, AEW’s Mike Tyson announcement and the upside of how he could be utilized, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* In-depth discussion on Sabu's career and where he fits in on an ECW depth chart of biggest stars in that company's history and some personal anecdotes
* A look at the latest happenings in WWE after Backlash including thoughts on the state of the new Paul Heyman faction and whether Seth Rollins will sacrifice his singalongs to get actual heel heat
* A preview of AEW Beach Break including Samoa Joe as a challenger, the big tag match, and more
* A variety of other topics related to Saturday Night's Main Event, AEW residency twice this summer for TV events, the state of TNA, and more
* And some sidebars including Grand Old Day history in St. Paul and how it relates to pro wrestling's popularity
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 6 and 7, 2010.
On the May 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops features calls on WWE's PPV business, WrestleMania PPV buys trending downward, Vince McMahon denying UFC's effect on buys, stock market reaction to WWE's financials, how WWE could change PPV promotional habits, Edge-Randy Orton hype a step in the right direction, how TNA encourages viewers not to order PPVs, TNA having the template of Samo Joe-Kurt Angle, and more. The preiously VIP-exclusive Aftershow discussion includes an overview of where WWE is business-wise and as a brand, plus Nostalgia News & Notes on Cauliflower Alley Club, the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame, Hoops's involvement in a DVD Roundtable, and a big-name wrestler turning down a HOF invite.
Then on the May 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss the TNA ranking system and fan voting, then take calls for an hour including whether the Dan Puder-Kurt Angle shoot incident has frightened WWE management away from doing anything reality-based with NXT, extended thoughts on the approach WWE is taking with NXT, the miscasting of A.J. Styles and possible motivation for it, and many other subjects. Also, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they talk about what TNA should do with Ric Flair and how Smackdown is shaping up post-draft.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-12-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net discuss Daniel Bryan’s announcement, the addition of Elimination Chamber on WWE Network, Dean Ambrose’s chances, Raw’s rating, GFW latest, Billy Corgan in TNA, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-7-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomed George Schire, pro wrestling author and historian, who gave eye-witness details on the emotional Verne Gagne funeral earlier this week, including details on Gene Okerland and Greg Gagne speeches, amends being made, and much more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 4 and 5, 2010.
On the May 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell talk at the start about various angles on TNA and Spike TV moving Impact back to Thursdays. Then they take calls for the rest of the show mostly about Impact, including frustrations with the previous night's show and various perspectives on their Monday run and their future. Plus other subjects including Raw are touched on. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Randy Orton-Edge segment on Raw including how well that segment worked for both characters, plus thoughts on the Chris Jericho/Miz tag team, the chances of Impact going live on Thursdays, and more.
Then on the May 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discussed the TNA Title Contender polling and how it's totally messing up the prescribed narrative being pushed by the current creative and management regime. They take calls on whether a WWE poll also be that out of line with the creative team's choices, thoughts on Chris Jericho & Miz as a team, the Edge-Christian and Edge-Orton promos, ideas for undercard tag teams in WWE, Daniel Bryan's push, the pros and cons of rotating which title is defended on WWE PPVs, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer email questions and address the potential of Rock returning to WWE.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 30 and May 3, 2010.
On the Apr. 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill interacted with phone callers, emails, and chat room questions on WWE's annual business meeting, WWE's PPV buy drop explanation, International WWE biz, the WWE Draft, PWTorch Poll on next to feud with Cena and Swagger, TNA's ratings & replay ratings, TNA's future management & on Spike TV, how Jim Ross could fit in, Awesome Kong's feud with Bubba, Kong's interview today, women's wrestling, weekend wrestling preview, and more. The previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow discussion includes a complete review of the PWTorch Poll on who should feud with Jack Swagger on Smackdown, the state of the Smackdown brand, Christian's potential push, and more.
Then on the May 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net took live calls on the breaking news regarding TNA Impact moving back to Thursdays, with a detailed breakdown of the pros and cons, the possible spin, the possibility of ever getting back to Mondays, and more. Also, live calls ask about Jim Ross, TNA taking Impact on the road, The O-Zone segment, the Love Sponge-Kong controversy, and much more. In the 18 minute previously VIP-exclusive AfterShow, Powell and Keller discuss the WWE Draft results with our picks for winners and losers, possible feuds for Chris Jericho and Jack Swagger, Big Show as a PPV headlining babyface, and more.
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Today we flash back five years (5-5-2020) to a special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and WWE’s Kickoff shows with a discussion focused on Sunday’s WWE Money in the Bank PPV. They look at each competitor in every match and the pros and cons of each of them winning, the likelihood of various outcomes, cases for dark horse candidates, and why some obvious outcomes might not be so obvious including Men’s MITB, Women’s MITB, Drew McIntyre vs. Seth Rollins, Braun Strowman vs. Bray Wyatt, and the rest. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow just for members, they discuss the wild format at WWE headquarters and the range of possibilities (good and bad) for setting.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* The Paul Heyman-Bron Breaker-Seth Rollins dynamic
* Jey Uso vs. Seth Rollins
* Surprises on the roster cutbacks by WWE and who would and wouldn't be a good pick-up for AEW
* A preview of WWE Backlash
* A preview of AEW Dynamite
* Thoughts on the latest developments with MJF and Hurt Syndicate
* The Owen Hart Tournament going into the finals
* AEW taking residence for TV this summer at 2300 Arena (formerly ECW Arena)
* Reaction to the new Freestyle Wrestling show with Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 28 and 29, 2010.
On the Apr. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell takes phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on TNA Impact's TV rating, TNA lacking basic pacing required for episodic TV, the NXT show, NXT competitions, where Daniel Bryan fits into WWE's plans, perhaps moving a GM to Raw with the guest hosts, and more on TNA ratings. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a discussion on whether "The Pope" D'Angelo Dinero would be better off in WWE (as mid-carder with an audience) or TNA (a star without an audience), and more.
Then on the Apr. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller takes live calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including the TNA Impact rating, Draft Fallout, Women's Wrestling, Raw's disappointing ratings, NXT's future with struggling ratings for the "reality show" concept, Jim Ross's future, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-5-2015), Wade and Jason discussed the 2.55 Raw rating, the Raw debut of Sami Zayn and whether it was a good introduction, Dean Ambrose being added to PPV line-up, GFW news, and more with live callers and various email topics.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-30-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomed wrestling announcer Mick Karch and multi-decades AWA jobber Kenny Jay to discuss the life and career of the late Verne Gagne, who died that week at age 89. The discussion spanned his years as a top main eventing AWA Champion to his rise and fall as the promoter behind the scenes, his reaction to Vince McMahon’s national expansion, his role in the evolution of the Hulk Hogan babyface character, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 23 and 26, 2010.
On the Apr. 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on WWE roster cuts, WWE having a solid core of good wrestlers, Big Show as potential GM, African-American Four Horsemen, Edge's future, TNA's emphasis on the TNA Title, trend back to emphasizing titles, a first-time-ever-wrestling-viewer's perspective on WrestleMania 25, more. The previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow discussion includes Cauliflower Alley Club perspective, a complete rundown of the Extreme Rules PPV, potential Draft moves, potential Orton-Swagger title chase this summer, and more.
Then on the Apr. 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host Jason Powell of prowrestling.net, they take live calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including Mickie James's release, Undertaker's future, John Cena taping Batista's legs, the lack of athleticism on Extreme Rules, the potential of Raw going to three hours, and more. Also, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss last night's Extreme Rules PPV, an upcoming indy show with the High Flyers of the AWA making an appearance together, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the 25th Anniversary segment on Triple H with Shawn Michaels and Vince McMahon, Velveteen Dream controversy and future, the latest AEW-NXT ratings, AEW Double or Nothing line-up speculation, Money in the Bank developments and predictions, could CGI fans work on a wrestling show, the finals set up for the TNT Championship tournament, Money in the Bank developments and early predictions, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (4-17-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an interview with Mick Foley, a pioneer of early hardcore style wrestling and one of his generation’s great promo artists. In this wide-ranging interview lasting well over an hour, Foley talks about these topics:
* His memories of the 1997 King of the Ring match with Triple H that was highlighted on Raw last week in the Triple H Career Moment Countdown.
* Advice Triple H gave him about his in-ring style as a babyface.
* His thoughts on empty arena wrestling, his memories of Backlash 1999's Boiler Room match with Big Show and his Halftime Heat match with The Rock (including a great story on helping Rock prepare by watching the Terry Funk vs. Jerry Lawler empty arena match).
* The parallels of The Fiend/Bray Wyatt and Mankind/Mick Foley characters with a critique of Bray's early work.
* How he feels about pro wrestling still happening despite the rest of entertainment shutting down due to the coronavirus.
* His thoughts on Vince McMahon and how he has changed over the years.
* Memories of working for Joe Pedicino and his Global Wrestling Federation.
* NXT starting a true developmental off-shoot where wrestlers can find their voice in a smaller setting.
* His son working behind the scenes in NXT and where his son's passion lies.
* Working with Big Show on his new Netflix sitcom series.
* Did Big Show have the career he deserved?
* His kinship with Chris Jericho and thoughts on the long-lasting career he's had.
* A great anecdote about Japanese wrestling culture, Jericho bulking up, and Jericho's approach to t-shirts in Japan.
* What prompted him to compliment Samoa Joe's color commentary on Twitter.
* His thoughts on MVP and the new team of Cedric Alexander & Ricochet.
* His opinion on Drew McIntyre as a centerpiece top act in WWE.
* His updated thoughts on the women's division in WWE including Becky Lynch.
VIP AFTERSHOW TOPICS…
* Any interest in writing another wrestling book and the plot idea he has in mind.
* Mick’s position on semi-colons and commas.
* Someone who betrayed his trust and how it changed his approach to interacting online.
* Which two or three wrestlers did he have the most fun working with.
* His thoughts on Undertaker breaking character and diving into social media and long-form interviews, in light of Mick’s Hall of Fame speech comment about not wanting to live in a world where Undertaker is Tweeting.
* What he’s doing to fill his time isolating himself during the coronavirus.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* A review of Becky Lynch's explanation for turning heel and whether this turn is better than the last one
* Paul Levesque's scattershot introductions of key NXT women wrestlers lately
* A preview of AEW Dynamite including asking the most pertinent question: Who is the weirdest and quirkiest of Kenny Omega, Speedball Mike Bayley, and Mark Briscoe including speculation on what weird thing is most likely going on Speedball's basement.
* Thoughts on the MJF-Hurt Syndicate storyline
* The Jon Moxley-Samoa Joe match in two weeks.
* Adam Copeland rationalizing the hardcore gore aspects of his Moxley match
* Giving Tony Khan credit for not taking the bait from Nick Khan
* AEW marketing the affordability of their ticket prices, a contrast to WWE's prices these days
* One specific suggestion for AEW to improve attendance and encourage repeat visits from paying customers at live events
* Joe Hendry fallout as a TNA Champion who got crushed by Randy Orton at WrestleMania
* Praise for The Pat McAfee promo on Raw
* Thoughts on the disappointing start to the new Seth Rollins-Bron Breakker-Paul Heyman faction after last night's Raw
* Some notes on Wade's 30 Years Ago Raw report including Hunter Hearst Helmsley's first segment on Raw lasting a half-second
* Some TV show recommendations too somewhere in there including "Hacks," "The Pitt," and "Your Friends & Neighbors" with Jon Hamm
VIP EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW TOPICS
* What WWE is paying a price for right now when it comes to crowd responses that won't be easy to fix overnight but there are obvious steps they can take
* Should Seth Rollins be the lead in the new Heyman Alliance?
* Is there still a chance Becky Lynch joins Seth and Heyman and Breakker?
* Chris Jericho contract season begins
* Why there's so little buzz over WWE buying AAA
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 21 and 22, 2010.
On the Apr. 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls on various subjects including R-Truth being blown up, the MacGruber cast being in-character on Raw, TNA's plans to institute a contenders ranking system, Jim Ross's prospects of going to TNA or staying in WWE, Triple H's win on Raw on Monday, the WWE Draft, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they answer email questions on Eric Bischoff's stint in WCW, Nitro's success, and more draft talk.
Then on the Apr. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on the WWE Draft, with a special WWE Draft special marching through the entire WWE Roster, plus breaking news analysis and calls on the six WWE releases, who might end up in TNA, Mickie James's future, Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas?, and more. The VIP Aftershow includes the completion of the WWE roster run-down looking at Draft prospects on staying/moving to Raw and Smackdown.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-28-2015), Wade and Jason answered member email questions on a range of topics including whether Attitude Era approach could work today, did Reigns benefit from Big Show match, ROH in Sinclair era, plus Billy Corgan joining TNA’s creative team.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-23-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Justin Credible. In this interview, hosted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller, these are topics discussed: Is the Curb Stomp dangerous or too controversial? What did Sabu mean that Taz was exposed in WWE? How has WWE Network affected his royalties? And much more with live callers and email topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 19 and 20, 2010.
On the Apr. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they take live calls for 60 minutes including the ramifications of the Raw roster being stuck in Europe, the role of the TNA Knockouts since Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff arrived, why women aren't portrayed better with Dixie Carter and Stephanie McMahon in positions of power, WWE Draft possibilities and speculation, the Kurt Angle-Ken Anderson match, the Douglas Williams decision, Tommy Dreamer, Batista's future, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell discuss the TNA PPV from the previous night.
Then on the Apr. 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they take live calls on a variety of subjects including Rob Van Dam's TNA Title win, the prospects of Jim Ross joining TNA management, the possibility of Paul Heyman becoming a TNA booker, Jim Cornette saying Vince Russo may be reassigned within TNA, the restructured Raw minus most of its talent, Triple H acting like a jerk again with his sharp-wit, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Mitchell and Keller talk about Samoa Joe's return to TNA TV, Melina's comments on Eve Torres's title win, whether WWE did a good or poor job presenting a special-circumstances show last night, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-23-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by special guest Brandon Thurston from Wrestlenomics.com and the Wrestlenomics Podcast. Thurston has focused for years on WWE’s finances, and today was perhaps the most anticipated and consequential financial release day for WWE for a wide array of reasons. They discuss COVID-19 ramifications, key metrics on WrestleMania when it comes to WWE Network subscriptions and social media, WWE’s roster cutbacks and its impact on WWE’s finances, how Vince McMahon’s role on the Investors Conference call changed without longtime co-presidents Michelle Wilson and George Barrios, McMahon saying WWE might never be in the live event business again even after COVID-19 crisis passes, how an elimination of North American non-TV house shows could change WWE’s profitability and why some of the current data is deceptive, the magic cleaner Triple H referenced that is helping keep wrestlers safe from the coronavirus, and more. If you’ve been looking for an in-depth overview and understanding of WWE’s financial situation in the midst of the coronavirus and analysis of their framing of their current situation, Thurston provides over 90 minutes of insight and digestible explanations on where WWE stands and how the future looks.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-21-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They answer mailbag questions about a wide array of topics along with analysis of key current events including the dropping ratings, how are Drew McIntyre and Jon Moxley performing as new centerpiece champions during a difficult time, ideas for a new presentation of Raw and Smackdown, can the MITB “Climbing the Corporate Ladder” concept work or is it going to be be a disaster, what didn’t work about Jon Moxley vs. Jake Hager, which wrestlers are rising to the occasion in this empty-arena era, are The Revival damaged beyond repair, why isn’t WWE mentioning COVID-19 on camera, what is Roman Reigns’s future, is Braun Strowman a variable long-term Universal Champion, and more including a tribute to the late Scott Bowden, a pro wrestling referee and manager, who died this week.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* The Rock on the Pat McAfee Show, the transparent politics and self-aggrandizing weaved throughout, what likely inspired his McAfee appearance, and what did and mostly didn't make sense
* The new behind the scenes WWE Netflix series and a key reason (or at least a benefit) of Paul Levesque's creative process being documented
* Paul Heyman snippets at the WWE roast getting circulated
* John Cena's public statements lately and what insight it provides into who he is as a person from hair transplant surgery to his persisting love of Vince McMahon
* Karrion Kross's great non-wrestling weekend
* Heyman Alliance
* Joe Hendry
* Cena promo
* WWE purchasing AAA and the fears and politics involved
* Rusev's return and how he and Lana are showing what level they belong in WWE
* Reaction to the Jey Uso celebration, Sami Zayn's involvement, and the particular edit in the YouTube highlight version and what that might indicate
* Gunther's attack on Pat McAfee and if a one-on-one match will work or is ridiculous
* And more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 15 and 16, 2010.
On the Apr. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Brian Hoops takes calls for 60 minutes on topics including Larry Zbyszko as AWA Champion, The Miz as an all-time great talker already, Jack Swagger and Randy Orton possibly feuding on Smackdown, Jim Cornette's career-damaging rant against Vince Russo, Coliseum Home Videos, Jim Ross's future, Paul Heyman and TNA, and more. In the previously VIP Exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Hoops discuss Swagger's character and how to take it to the next level, Chris Jericho's potential as a babyface, Randy Orton's potential as a lead babyface on Smackdown, and a final positive on TNA regarding Doug Williams.
Then on the Apr. 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks has phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on TNA booking, the strengths of what TNA has done with characters such as Matt Morgan and Doug Williams, Raw vs. Impact comparisons, Randy Orton to Smackdown?, Orton co-existing with Edge as "tweener" characters, all-time great bookers, X Division, Lockdown preview, and a final phone call on Eric Bischoff's Facebook page and follow-up. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow includes more follow-up on Bischoff, A.J. Styles pointing out some concerns with TNA, Is Styles pulling a Bret Hart protecting his character?, Jericho's interview today, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-21-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican who discuss the final Raw hype for Extreme Rules PPV including Kane’s new role, future of IC Title, GFW, New Japan, Indys, and more with live callers.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-16-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Sean “X-Pac” Waltman. It includes Waltman diagnosing what was right and wrong with Roman Reigns’s push so far and what is his future, break down how Sting was impressed and overwhelmed at WrestleMania, why Shawn Michaels was in trouble with WWE management after the Hall of Fame, Chyna’s reaction to news of Curt Hennig’s death, and many more topics with one of the best Livecast regulars. Live caller and email questions are included in the show.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 13 and 14, 2010.
On the Apr. 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on TNA president Dixie Carter's Q&A, TNA's product and why it wasn't working, Carter and Hulk Hogan saying the right things, but not understanding why the TNA product doesn't work, breaking news analysis on WWE Raw and TNA Impact ratings, The Miz becoming a top star, the big news of Smackdown moving to Syfy, NXT's future, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss TNA's talent roster, look at more of Carter's comments, Linda McMahon's Senate situation, and more.
Then on the Apr. 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on TNA Impact and Raw ratings, WWE NXT the previous night, The Miz growing into a main eventer, Brock Lesnar possibly going back to WWE, would Paul Heyman and Jim Ross go to TNA, MMA fighters who could cross over to WWE, a complete TNA Lockdown PPV preview, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the death of Gene Kiniski, breaking news on Jim Cornette's death threats against Vince Russo, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (4-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an interview with MLW founder and booker Court Bauer, who also spent years working in WWE as a Creative Team member. He talks about how MLW is adjusting to the coronavirus situation, how he thinks WWE and AEW are handling the coronavirus including continuing to tape matches, his thoughts on how Vince McMahon is handling the XFL’s demise and the coronavirus changing his entire business operations and threatening many revenue streams assumed to be safe, whether he is rooting for AEW to succeed, the mixing of MMA competitors and fight-styles into pro wrestling shows, Ronda Rousey’s run with WWE and her recent comments, working with MJF since 2017 in MLW and which wrestlers of the past he reminds them of, his thoughts on “cinematic” post-produced wrestling matches, and more. In a VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Court gives his take on the “Dark Side of the Ring” series including the Von Erich, Brawl for All, and the Chris Benoit documentary with observations on the relationship between Eddie Guerrero and Benoit.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-16-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Todd Martin. They discussed these topics:NEWS ANALYSIS:
* Howard Finkel and what he represented as a great ring announcer but also how Vince McMahon treated him and what that says about McMahon.
* Todd's strong view on WWE’s decision to release so many wrestlers yesterday during a pandemic just days before the next investor’s conference call.
* A review of that week's AEW Dynamite (including the Jon Moxley vs. Jake Hager main event)
* A review of NXT on USA
* Thoughts on WWE Smackdown (including Braun Strowman vs. Shinsuke Nakamura)
* Analysis of WWE Raw (including Drew McIntyre’s promo, Drew vs. Andrade, and Nia Jax squashing Kairi Sane).
* The latest on UFC
MAILBAG TOPICS:
* What was the reason Vince McMahon backed Chris Benoit enough to give him the title win at WrestleMania 20, and is he the most surprising WrestleMania main eventer ever?
* Why did Vince McMahon ultimately choose John Cena over Batista?
* Why does WWE have such unbalanced power over their independent contractors compared to how things work in Europe?
* Is A.J. Styles a former WrestleMania headliners now that he closed out the first night of WrestleMania 36, or does that not count?
* What is a list of Bret Hart’s best matches in WCW?
* What was the deal with Hunter Hearst Helmsley and “Mr. Perfect” Curt Hennig in the fall of 1996?
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* Rhea Ripley's disappointing defense of storyline with Bianca Belair and Iyo Sky
* Evaluating the overall build for Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena, a case for how the face-face match-up could have worked well, and the missing elements from Cena's perspective including absence of the Rock
* The latest Gunther-Jey Uso build
* Dissecting the latest with Seth Rollins-Roman Reigns-C.M. Punk
* Has Drew McIntyre vs. Damien Priest been the biggest pleasant surprise on the WM line-up in terms of framing and build?
* A preview of Dynamite: Is Athena vs. Mercedes Mone happening too soon? Is it obvious Will Ospreay will beat Takeshita? Plus Moxley, Hurt Business, more
* Is it time to look at Kenny Omega as something other than a potential centerpiece main event star in AEW?
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 9 and 12, 2010.
On the Apr. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell hosted with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They interacted with phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on the role of WWE Divas, Maria's interview on the Divas being held back, Superstars as a solid hour of wrestling, Hulk Hogan's latest on Bubba the Love Sponge, the Jeff Hardy angle on Monday, no buzz on the angle if it's legit, Shannon Moore in TNA, Bill Goldberg dream opponents, who should face Goldberg if he returns to WWE, Jim Ross's future, heel announcers in WWE, WWE's DVD biz, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Parks discuss whether Dixie Carter is oblivious to TNA criticism, Tommy Dreamer in TNA, new Raw guest hosts, Worst Raw guest host, and more.
Then on the Apr. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Prowrestling.net editor Jason Powell fielded phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on WWE and TNA subjects leading into Raw and Impact on Monday night, Randy Orton's "babyface" turn, TNA ratings before and after creative shake-up in July 2009, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell discuss World Class with Texas Stadium blown up, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-14-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who dive into last night’s Raw including why Dolph Ziggler is frustrating, why Neville fans should be worried, the Usos conundrum, Naomi’s turn, Orton-Seth tips, why Barrett should get a better push, the good and the bad from Raw, including live callers.
In the VIP Aftershow, they talk about a handful of non-WWE topics including TNA-Desination America, Paragon Pro Wrestling, Lucha Underground's future, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-9-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed “Leaping” Lanny Poffo, a/k/a The Genius who takes listeners behind the scenes at the WWE Hall of Fame, offers his thoughts on how his induction of his brother Randy Savage went, shares memories from his days wrestling in the WWF, addresses the relationship between Hulk Hogan and Randy before Randy’s death and various rumors regarding that, and much more including live callers and emails.
Then in the 40 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they covered email topics including Mr. Perfect, Macho King era with Sherri, whether Vince McMahon interacted with him at the Hall of Fame ceremony, who else could have inducted Randy if not him and Hulk Hogan, his thoughts on Hogan's speech, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 6 and 7, 2010.
On the Apr. 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller fielded phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on TNA Impact's awful show on Monday night including a ludicrous angle with the Knockouts Champion, Jack Swagger's push on Raw, breaking news analysis on the Raw & Impact TV ratings that came in during the Livecast, and more.
Then on the Apr. 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill fielded phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on the TNA Impact timeslot change, last night's WWE NXT, the keg carry, Daniel Bryan's promo and latest loss, predictions on the NXT Final Four, David Otunga's performance on Raw, futures for Kofi Kingston and John Morrison, an interesting scenario for a C.M. Punk babyface turn down the line, Why Eric Bischoff gets a pass for health issues in WCW, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, Caldwell & McNeill answer listener questions on Samoa Joe's future in TNA or WWE, the next independent star to be signed by WWE, whether Jim Ross will sign with TNA, a little NFL talk, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 2 and 5, 2010.
On the Apr. 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They fielded phone calls for 60 minutes on a variety of subjects including TNA struggling in trying to compete with WWE including the use of Sting, A.J. Styles, Kurt Angle, and Samoa Joe, plus Jack Swagger's push, Last Call with Scott Hall, and more. Plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the prospects of Shawn Michaels vs. C.M. Punk and Jim Ross's future.
Then on the Apr. 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Prowrestling.net's Jason Powell talked about Kanyon's death and then take live calls for 60 minutes on a variety of subjects including WWE disrespecting Jim Ross, ECW-TNA, Vince McMahon leaving TV, the U.S. & IC titles, why Eric Bischoff made sense in his Torch Talk but is part of the failed TNA product, the Samoa Joe storyline, TNA ineptness with a list of three angles in particular, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they talk about the TNA Impact timeslot shift and the prospects of Jim Ross running TNA.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the long-term future of pre-taped heavily-produced cinematic style wrestling matches, what’s next for Jonny Gargano and Tomasso Ciampa after their “final battle” on NXT this week, Charlotte in NXT, the way WWE handled Roman Reigns and WrestleMania, hype for Jon Moxley vs. Jake Hager, Chris Jericho on commentary, Brodie Lee spoofing Vince McMahon, how safe or unsafe is it to continue to gather wrestlers for TV tapings, what steps should WWE and AEW have taken to be safer, TNT Championship tournament talk, and should golf courses be re-opened.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* AEW Dynasty review including what could be next and should be next for The Young Bucks
* A preview of next week's WrestleMania 41 line-up with expanded analysis of the Seth Rollins-Roman Reigns-C.M. Punk-Paul Heyman developments over the last week
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 31 and April 1, 2010.
On the Mar. 31, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on the TNA Impact ratings dropping significantly, whether they will move up an hour, if WWE Raw will go to three-hours of that happens, the major Smackdown Spoiler for Friday's show, Positives & Negatives on the decision, the key to Randy Orton's success as a babyface, a defense of the Bret Hart vs. Vince McMahon match, Smackdown's future on MyNet, how to fix TNA, when they will reach a breaking point, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & McNeill answer listener questions from the McNeill Mailbag, analyze the NXT ratings, and McNeill Sings The Hits!
Then on the Apr. 1, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller, he fielded phone calls for 60 minutes on a variety of subjects including who might replace Shawn Michaels as the most reliable four-star match producer, more complaints about TNA, the prospects of Jim Ross staying in WWE or perhaps going to TNA, thoughts on the next breakout star in WWE, Chris Jericho on color commentary, Gabe Sapolsky's falling out with ROH, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell dove into previous night’s Chris Jericho-John Cena interview, Raw’s announcing, Cena’s U.S. Title reign, what the "NXT" chants mean, and much more with live callers throughout.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed Neville vs. Seth Rollins, Cena’s U.S. Title reign, ROH’s booking, GFW lighting grid news, what next for Bray Wyatt, and more including email topics.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-3-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Matt McCarthy, an ex-WWE Creative Team member, who detailed his in-person experience at WM31 weekend, his previous Hall of Fame backstage role, Roman Reigns’s future, Stephanie McMahon’s philanthropy Tweet, Justin Roberts' open letter, and more with live callers mixed in.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW Dynasty PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They begin with Eric's big picture thoughts on the state of AEW three months into 2025. Then a walk through the top matches with thorough analysis of the hype and potential finishes. They also discuss each announced undercard match.
After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing Dynasty and other AEW topics.
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Today we flashback five years (4-2-2020) to a special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with ex-WWE Creative Team member and professional stand-up comedian Matt McCarthy to preview WrestleMania 36. They first discuss whether WWE fans will think the empty-arena augmented WrestleMania presentation worked out okay or are fans going to be saying the whole thing should have been cancelled or postponed. Also, will WWE just go too far with post-producing now that they have that freedom since the matches aren’t live? Also, their reaction to the idea of fans being put on the screen to react to in-ring action as WWE is considering doing. Then they march through the entire announced line-up for WrestleMania and talk about what is likely to happen and the pros and cons of various finishes and approaches including Brock Lesnar vs. Drew McIntyre.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (3-31-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an interview with guest former ECW Champion Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco, a/k/a Aldo Montoya from the WWF). Justin talks about how wrestlers need to adjust their style when matches take place without fans, safety concerns he’d have as a wrestler when it comes to coronavirus, the complete shutdown of the indy scene indefinitely, ideas for how to continue national cable shows without crowds, what Vince McMahon was like during his days as Aldo Montoya, the strengths and weaknesses of the AEW in-ring style and the quality of the shows themselves, his thoughts on the New Jack-Erich Kulas incident and his experiences with New Jack, the potential of the Impact Players, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* A preview of AEW Dynasty and an evaluation of the hype so far, with an initial focus on the Toni Storm-Megan Bayne build, plus Daniel Garcia vs. Adam Cole, Jon Moxley vs. Swerve Strickland, Kenny Omega vs. Ricochet vs. "Speedball" Mike Bayley, and more. Talking points include whether Swerve could win and what that would mean for the path of the AEW World Title heading into All In, whether this is too much too soon for both Speedball and Bayne, and what could help Cole have more value to AEW.
* Thoughts on the Cody Rhodes-John Cena three week series of face-to-face promos.
* A big picture evaluation of the WrestleMania 41 line-up including thoughts on other key matches with a particular focus on the Roman Reigns-C.M. Punk-Seth Rollins situation.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Mar. 28, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks responded to phone calls, emails, and chat room questions breaking down the entire WrestleMania 26 PPV line-up with instant reaction to all of the top matches, evaluation of what worked and what didn't work, live callers from University of Phoenix Stadium describing live reactions in the building, and more. This event included Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels in the Streak vs. Career main event, John Cena vs. Batista, Triple H vs. Sheamus, and more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Parks try to put WM26 into perspective with an overview of the event and weekend, look ahead to Raw tomorrow night and Extreme Rules, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-31-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who dive into all the good and bad from last night’s Raw including Lesnar’s huge angle, crowd reaction to Roman Reigns, Byron Saxton’s announcing, and more with live callers throughout the expanded edition of the program.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered email topics on Neville’s chances in WWE, other NXT call-ups, Rhonda Rousey’s potential in WWE, expanding NXT, Ryback’s odd popularity, Reigns, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 25 and 26, 2010.
On the Mar. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest co-host Jon Mezzera, the PWTorch Hits & Misses Specialist, discussed the disappointing first five weeks of WWE NXT, then took calls throughout the hour on a variety of subjects including WrestleMania, Goldberg's potential return, TNA Impact's timeslot, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Jon gives his picks on the top WrestleMania matches and discusses his in-person experience at the Raw/Smackdown SuperShow taping on Monday this week.
Then on the Mar. 26, 2010 episode, host James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including a full break down of the WrestleMania 26 PPV - match predictions, comparisons on match order, booking at the PPV and going forward to Extreme Rules, potential title changes, Sheamus going over Triple H?, potential surprises in Money in the Bank, and more. Also, TNA discussion on Vince Russo's booking early and current in TNA, his book, how RVD has been presented in TNA, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, James and Greg discussed WWE's view of Christian, MVP possibly winning MITB, potential show-stealers at WrestleMania, match to look forward, a Smackdown preview, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 23 and 24, 2010.On the Mar. 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest co-host Bruce Mitchell from PWTorch taking phone calls for 60 minutes focused on the Raw vs. Impact battle the night before during the Monday battle, WrestleMania 26 line-up analysis, ratings news, and more. They also cover topics in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.Then on the Mar. 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill took take calls throughout the hour mostly about WrestleMania 26 including a lot on the prospects of how Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels will end, plus the strategy of match order. Also, one TNA rant. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, great referees over the years, the Torch faction, and WrestleMania snubs discussed.
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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade discuss the “Dark Side of the Ring” two-hour special on Vice on Chris Benoit, quick thoughts on C.M. Punk’s starring movie debut, AEW Dynamite review including Cody’s demeanor on commentary and the Matt Hardy-Chris Jericho segment, NXT on USA review including Triple H’s role, Smackdown review including Gronkowski, Raw review including Randy Orton’s promo, plus conjecture on how long fan-free events would be the norm, whether wrestling still happening is a reasonable decision, the latest news on Jon Jones and more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-24-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Greg Parks. They discuss WrestleMania plans in light of Rey Mysterio and Dana Brooke being removed from the card, should everything be cancelled, what happens after WrestleMania if they keep trying to run live TV shows, should AEW introduce a secondary title, is this an opportunity for AEW ratings growth vs. WWE, who has had more WrestleMania Moments between Shane McMahon and Roman Reigns, Charlotte’s future, WrestleMania 32 quick review in light of it re-airing on ESPN on Sunday night, and more. Then, a bonus added at the end – the first half of the previously VIP-exclusive post-WrestleMania 32 Roundtable podcast recorded four years ago hosted by Wade Keller with Todd Martin, Pat McNeill, and Bruce Mitchell. Part two of the 100 minute Roundtable Podcast will be added to the end of Thursday’s Flagship episode of the WKPWP later this week.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* The John Cena-Cody Rhodes second exchange with Cena as a heel
* The lineage of the title Cena is threatening to retire if he wins, and does he mean he'll retire right after winning it or defend it until he retires?
* The Gunther-Jey Uso storyline including the new twist with Jey slipping in the ring
* The Rhea Ripley-Iyo Sky-Bianca Belair developments, and is the Adam Pearce decision to make Belair special referee a betrayal of the constitution that has otherwise driven Pearce's character
* Is Paul Levesque's booking taking a turn for the worse that should be a reason for concern
* More on women's wrestling scene with AEW, TNA, and NXT including news on Mariah May, Gail Kim, Mina Shirakawa, Athena, and others
* A review of the new Luna Vachon documentary
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 19 and 22, 2010.
On the Mar. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host James Caldwell and co-host Torch columnist Greg Parks took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including discussion of the TNA Destination X PPV, the lack of great potential wrestling matches on the PPV, TNA changing the mix of wrestling content on TV and PPV, the status of the X Division, why it's not a marketable brand anymore, ideas for how to reintroduce Samoa Joe, future WWE champions, the overall picture of the Smackdown brand, Rey Mysterio and C.M. Punk's program on Smackdown, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, James and Greg take listener questions on TNA's booking in the early days compared to today, why Shawn Michaels is a babyface despite acting like a heel, and more.
Then on the Mar. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest co-host Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net take a lot of phone calls for 60 minutes focused primarily on TNA Destination X. They dissect what didn't work on last night's show, with specific breakdowns of why it was an awful, albeit not boring, TNA product. They field a lot of phone calls from angry TNA fans and also talk about WWE and WrestleMania. They also cover topics in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-24-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell. They discussed breaking news of Brock Lesnar’s announcement during show on ESPN SportsCenter that he has renewed with WWE, plus WM31 hype on Raw including Sting-Steph, Bray-Taker, and more with live callers throughout.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (3-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former WWE wrestler (yes, the one with only one leg) Zach Gowen talking “Wrestling Isn’t Wrestling” viral video, Roman Reigns’s push to top, WrestleMania 31 predictions, and more with emails and live callers.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 17 and 18, 2010.On the Mar. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest co-host Pat McNeill, PWTorch columnist, features live callers and emailers asking questions on a variety of topics including TNA Impact. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill preview the TNA Destination X PPV line-up and answer the McNeill Mailbag questions.Then on the Mar. 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and guest co-host PWTorch nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops has phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including discussion of whether TNA Impact should shift Monday timeslots, whether it will be viewed as a major mistake to go directly head-to-head, TNA's booking in reverse, the lack of "big arena" setting for Impact, whether Jim Ross will announce at WrestleMania 26, if his announcing on PPV could take away from TV, and more, plus the debut of Torch Trivia Thursday. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Hoops discuss WrestleMania build-up, the faults with the Bret Hart-Vince McMahon storyline, why they didn't need a storyline, plus Nostalgia discussion on Corsica Joe, Sandy Scott, Joe Hill, Gorgeous George, and the over-riding reason why older wrestlers are regularly in the news upon death and why it won't happen with the current generation of wrestlers.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed Daniel Bryan announcing he’s looking to cut back to monthly matches when his WWE contract expires later this year, two nights of WrestleMania, comparing WWE Raw and Smackdown without fans in the stands at the Performance Center compared to AEW Dynamite at Daily’s Place, an idea to safely keep live wrestling matches happening indefinitely for both WWE and AEW with bonus content as a result, thoughts on several key WrestleMania storylines including Roman Reigns’s promo and John Cena and Bray Wyatt, NXT’s format this week and why it’s worth watching despite no live new matches, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-17-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Sam Roberts from the WWE Kickoff Shows, Not Sam Wrestling podcasts, and his show on Sirius XM radio show with Jim Norton. They delve into the WWE dilemma of dealing with the coronavirus and empty venues for TV shows and WrestleMania. What are the strengths and weaknesses so far of Smackdown and Raw at the Performance Center? Can or should adjustments be made, radical or otherwise? What were the key factors that went into the decision to hold WrestleMania on the scheduled date at a new location versus other options? They also discuss the hype so far for WrestleMania with a focus on the key interviews and segments of the past week including John Cena and Bray Wyatt, Roman Reigns, Edge, Becky Lynch, and more. Sam also gives his take on how the job of announcers is changing and how he feels Michael Cole did on Friday’s Smackdown.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part two of a two part Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
* What happens at WrestleMania between Cody Rhodes and John Cena?
* Are John Cena and The Rock taking away the sense that the full-time main event wrestlers leading this WWE boom period are lesser stars?
* The mismanagement of Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair in this story with Iyo Sky.
* Paul Levesque featuring too many shades of gray characters including the muddled Smackdown Tag Team Division, particularly The Street Profits.
* Is the Roman Reigns-Seth Rollins-C.M. Punk situation a compelling use of them at WrestleMania or just leftovers? Will a twist or angle with Paul Heyman during the match more important than the build to the match?
* Did Gunther vs. Jey Uso peak too soon?
* Bron Breakker's WrestleMania options and other WrestleMania possibilities
* Zack discusses his interview with Steve Austin including Austin adjusting to the changing times when it comes to what he believes is the way wrestlers prepare for stardom.
* A preview of AEW Dynamite including the Jon Moxley vs. Adam Copeland match for the AEW Title and the International Title qualifier four-way.
* Some talk about "Speedball" Mike Bayley's potential after a fun start in AEW last week on Dynamite.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part one of a two part Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They dissect John Cena's heel promo from Raw yesterday and look at what worked and also what seemed to be missing and whether those aspects are likely to be addressed in the future, such as The Rock's role in Cena's turn. Also, thoughts on Cody Rhodes's response and whether he struck the right tone given everything that happened.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 15 and 16, 2010.
On the Mar. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest co-host Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net took calls for 60 minutes focused primarily on the Monday battle between Raw and Impact, plus thoughts on recently released WWE wrestlers potentially showing up in TNA, Shawn Michaels vs. Undertaker talk, TNA's profitability, Tony Schiavone potentially returning, Impact giving away Jeff Hardy vs. A.J. Styles, the Rey Mysterio-C.M. Punk angle on Smackdown, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive AfterShow, Keller and Powell answer email questions from listeners on TNA Impact's replay rating and Bret Hart, Steve Austin, and Vince McMahon.
Then on the Mar. 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest co-host Bruce Mitchell, PWTorch senior columnist, featured live callers talking mainly about TNA Impact last night. Most of the emotions were frustrations with the product TNA has presented the last two weeks and signs of lessons not learned. Calls also include talk about last night's Raw, Money in the Bank, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Mitchell & Keller break down the quarter hour trends within Impact and see who the winners and big losers were.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-17-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell. They wondered what was the point of Seth Rollins's ruse on Randy Orton, WWE making fans change out of costumes, Rey Mysterio to Lucha Underground, Roman Reigns’s response to family stories, IC Title hype, Hall of Fame for Larry Zbyszko, Kevin Nash, and more. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the previous night’s Raw, ratings drop, Reigns’s readiness to be top act, three hours hurting Raw, John Cena-Rusev hurt by announcers, YouTube affecting ratings, the Sting WWE Network teaser, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (3-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy with an analysis of the march to WrestleMania - Daniel Bryan’s fall, Roman Reigns’s rise, Undertaker-Bray Wyatt, Sting-Triple H, U.S. and IC titles, and more including live callers and email topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 11 and 12, 2010.
On the Mar. 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host Rob McNichol of the U.K. Sun took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including Steve Austin on Raw, whether Austin will be involved in Bret Hart vs. Vince McMahon at WrestleMania, Raw announcers, Jim Ross's future, Vince McMahon in the ring vs. Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair in the ring, McNichol's interview with Colt Cabana today, TNA drawing higher ratings in the U.K. than WWE, TNA touring overseas, mainstream perspective on the wrestling business, wrestling media, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Nichols discuss TNA Impact's expected progression compared to WCW Nitro, Rob Van Dam's TNA debut, TNA needing to explain to the audience who their new stars are, and more.
Then on the Mar. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks took phone calls and email questions throughout the live 60 minutes focused on a variety of topics including TNA Impact ratings, NXT ratings, Money in the Bank favorites, the best WrestleManias, and more. Also, in the 15 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Parks respond to email questions on a variety of topics and Keller makes his prognostications for the MITB match.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-12-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist and podcast host Greg Parks. They talk about pro wrestling without a crowd of fans, the very latest regarding coronavirus ramifications on pro wrestling industry, analysis of WrestleMania developments, extended talk about key happenings on AEW and NXT this week, and more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-10-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell. They begin with questions about the possibility of WrestleMania taking place this year without a live audience if the coronavirus leads to massive live event cancellations by early next month. Is pro wrestling viable without a live audience to react and play off of? What about Raw, Smackdown, Dynamite, NXT, and other live wrestling events with TV contracts to fulfill? Additional topics including whether Marko Stunt is turning away viewers, whether Drew McIntyre should beat Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania, evaluating the hype for A.J. Styles vs. Undertaker, Edge vs. Randy Orton, and Shayna Baszler vs. Becky Lynch so far, the destruction of the Erick Rowan pet cage and how it was handled, the mysterious disappearance of the men’s singles Elimination Chamber match, Daniel Bryan vs. Drew Gulak perhaps a sign of things to come, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:MAIN TOPICS
* Is WWE following up quickly enough on John Cena's heel turn, is it cooling off quickly, and can it fired up again?
* Details on Rock wanting to Cody to turn heel and Cody turning it down, plus the timeline of Cena agreeing to turn heel
* Is Rock really next-level when it comes to the heel/face construct or is he b.s.ing to cover for his attempt to please everyone all at once?
* AEW Revolution another exhilarating well-received event that also was just too much in so many ways that are ultimately unneeded and counter productive, but is there any chance of it changing?
* Should Toni Storm vs. Mariah May have headlined?
* The finish of the Jon Moxley-Adam Copeland match with Christian Cage cashing in.
* Has AEW been an improved product in recent months?
* The state of Jon Moxley and his AEW Title reign
* Roman Reigns's return to WWE TV last night
* Did WWE cross a line with the celebrity plugs, TKO crossover promotion, and corporate hype?
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* Thoughts on two Triple Threat matches with top stars scheduled at WrestleMania
* Should there be more tag teams with singles wrestlers working as a team against "tag team specialists"?
* The rise of Ricochet as a surprisingly entertaining and effective heel
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 9 and 10, 2010.
On the Mar. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell take phone calls and email questions throughout the live 60 minutes focused mainly on last night's Raw vs. Impact battle. Also, in the 19 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Mitchell discuss the just-in quarter hour ratings trends throughout the two programs.
Then on the Mar. 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including TNA's booking analyzed in-depth, RVD's TNA debut, why it worked and didn't work, Sting's heel turn and whether there's life in a heel Sting, Jeff Hardy's future, Money in the Bank potential winners, Shelton Benjamin called the Worst Pro Wrestler in WWE by Cody Rhodes (about 30 minutes into the episode), NXT ratings, analysis of the NXT ratings drop, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & McNeill answer listener questions on TNA perhaps changing timeslots to 8-10 p.m., Best Wrestler in WWE and TNA, the Knockouts division losing talent, what to do with the TNA Global Title, historically great babyface and heel turns, and potential big face & heel turns in the future.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-10-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and was joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net to discuss latest big angles for WrestleMania 31, is WWE giving it their all this year, merits of Sting’s odd vocal filter, Roman Reigns believes in opinion, Undertaker-Bray Wyatt, Brock Lesnar/Paul Heyman, and more with live callers. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow portion, they discussed John Cena’s heelish facial expression after taking out Rusev, could Heyman end up managing Reigns after WM31, when will MITB be cashed in, Curtis Axel’s future, and more email topics from VIP members.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (3-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former ECW Champion Justin Credible on a variety of topics including the Bill Demott controversy and how should wrestlers be trained in 2015, is WM31 hugely disappointing already, and more. Live callers and email topics are sprinkled in.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 5 and 8, 2010.
On the Mar. 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discuss the humiliating and humbling ratings trends on TNA Impact headed into Mar. 8's beginning of the supposed Monday Night War II. After covering that subject and others brought up by callers and emailers, Parks and Keller in the VIP Aftershow discuss the state of Smackdown headed into WrestleMania.
Then on the Mar. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Jason Powell took phone calls and email questions throughout the live 60 minutes focused on a preview of that night's premier WWE Raw vs. TNA Impact battle head-to-head on Monday night.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-6-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They begin by discussing the latest episodes of WWE Smackdown and WWE Monday Night Raw including the Goldberg-Roman Reigns situation and why its doomed, the start of the John Cena-Fiend feud, and the Randy Orton-Beth Phoenix segment. Then they preview WWE Elimination Chamber. Then Todd's review of NXT on USA and AEW Dynamite with a closing discussion about the ratings for NXT and AEW so far and what might change the current viewership levels of the two shows. In a bonus segment at the end, the first half of Todd's review of the new "extreme memoire" by New Jack of SMW and ECW fame.
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In this week's special Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted a special Roundtable episode with a three-person panel discussing their live experience in Chicago. PWTorch East Coast Cast host Travis Bryant, PWTorch.com “AEW Hits & Misses” contributor Joel Dehnel, and former Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist (circa early 1990s) and current Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Eric Krol all attended AEW Revolution in Chicago on Saturday, and they all share stories and observations and opinions. Each comes to AEW with a different backstory – Travis not being a regular weekly viewer of AEW, Eric being a lapsed fan returning because of NJPW and AEW, and Joel who has watched all of AEW and covers it for PWTorch.com. It’s a fun, informative show discussing the pros and cons of certain booking decisions, what’s next for Orange Cassidy, whether the time is right for Jon Moxley, what AEW has on their hands with Hangman Page, and so much more. Plus brushes with fame, comparisons to other crowds in past eras, and so much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They discuss these topics:
* The shocking John Cena heel turn and reason for optimism that Cena is all-in on this
* Examining Rock's motivations and the backstage politics of his involvement
* Ideas on how to fill what appear to be storyline gaps with Cena's heel turn
* Gushing about the C.M. Punk promo with one caveat
* Rock's spinning during the post-show media Q&A including Sam Roberts causing Rock to squirm a bit
* Bianca Belair post-Chamber promo reacting to Jade Cargill attacking Naomi
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 3 and 4, 2010.
On the Mar. 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill take phone calls and email questions throughout the live 60 minutes on a variety of topics starting with WWE NXT, predictions on March 8 ratings, the C.M. Punk-Rey Mysterio feud, an idea for how to end Shawn Michaels vs. Undertaker with a twist, and more. Also, in the 16 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Mailbag returns with Pat and Wade answering VIP member questions from the Pat McNeill Zone.
Then on the Mar. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops responded to phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including an overview of "Mad Dog" Vachon in the Hall of Fame, HOF candidate Yea or Nay - Owen Hart, Dean Malenko, Ultimo Dragon, Yokozuna, Angelo Poffo's influence on the wrestling business, Rob Van Dam on March 8, potential changes on March 8, Vince McMahon's ego on March 8, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell and Hoops discuss Bryan Danielson on NXT, potential for Danielson vs. Chris Jericho down the road, AWA Hall of Fame, Roddy Piper's relationship with the Harts, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-3-2015), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell filled in for Wade Keller and was joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net to discuss with live callers the previous night's Raw, the WrestleMania build missing so many top stars and feeling like the build should be for Brock Lesnar vs. Daniel Bryan instead of Brock vs. Roman Reigns, should Seth Rollins or Roman be champion after WrestleMania, Raw Hits & Misses, and much more. Plus, the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow on Samoa Joe, TNA's standing, Rey Mysterio to AAA, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Mar. 1 and 2, 2010.
On the Mar. 1, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Jason Powell of prowrestling.net discussed a variety of topics including WWE Raw, WrestleMania's line-up, Hulk Hogan wrestling again, Impact, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell answered email questions and talk about other topics.
Then on the Mar. 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed the previous night's WWE Raw, great comebacks, Sting in TNA, the WrestleMania announced matches, the break-up of Legacy, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Mitchell discussed the first episode of WWE NXT.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted a celebrity panel discussion with Jonny Fairplay of TNA and Reality TV fame and ex-WWE Creative Team member Andrew Goldstein discussing the week in WWE including a ton of thoughts on the hype so far for the top WrestleMania 31 matches including Sting-Triple H, Stewart-Seth, Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan dynamic, Randy Orton’s awful return on Monday, and more. Live callers and email topics were sprinkled in.
Then, in a bonus segment, a Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-27-2020) with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They answer mailbag questions on Goldberg’s big win earlier today, did Fiend sandbag the Jackhammer, thoughts on AEW not having a show WrestleMania weekend, the fall of Lucha Bros. stock, Velveteen Dream’s confusing character, Samoa Joe’s suspension, EC3’s lack of push, the new NWA Squared Circle concept, perils of WWE PPVs moving off WWE Network, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 25 and Feb. 26, 2010.
On the Feb. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks has phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including more follow-up on the NXT concept, TNA Impact on Mondays, adding a title in TNA, building stars in WWE and TNA, the Destination X PPV, Dixie Carter's Shoot interview, Money in the Bank qualifiers, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, Caldwell and Parks take a live call, talk the latest on Bubba and Awesome Kong, and talk 2010 and 2011 Hall of Fame, plus the future of the WWE HOF.
Then on the Feb. 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell has phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including more follow-up on the NXT concept, WrestleMania 26, last night's TNA Impact, the TNA Impact ratings, TNA's creative team effort, the WWE vs. TNA March 8 battle, Hulk Hogan back in the ring, Orlando Jordan being pushed, and much more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-15-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss NXT’s 10th Anniversary live event they both attended and their takeaways from seeing NXT’s roster up close, plus some talk about the first season of NXT (Pros and Rookies) and its evolution since. Then they preview the full announced line-ups for WWE Super Showdown and AEW Revolution. Finally, thoughts on the evolving WrestleMania line-up, including John Cena, Roman Reigns, Randy Orton, Edge, Daniel Bryan, The Fiend, Goldberg, Undertaker, Seth Rollins, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* Preview and predictions for WWE Elimination Chamber with evaluation of the hype for each announced match
* The Rock's return last week and what it does to the Chamber and WrestleMania line-up likelihoods and options
* A preview of AEW Dynamite this week including evaluating Kenny Omega since his return, Hangman Page's surge in popularity, the choice Tony Khan has to make regarding who to push on the babyface side as his top star, Harley Cameron's rise and whether it's a fad or sustainable, and more.
* Thoughts on the NXT-TNA dynamic including crossover on Tuesday night's show with Moose defending the TNA X Division Title against Lexis King on NXT TV.
* Thoughts on New Japan's start to 2025 and if it portends changes for the better
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 23 and Feb. 24, 2010.
On the Feb. 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops has phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including last night's WWE Raw, WWE setting up Shawn Michaels vs. The Undertaker II and whether it's the right move, where Triple H falls in the mix, and Nostalgia questions on 1960s and '70s wrestlers who would be stars today, Bobby Heenan as a wrestler and manager, and The Giant in WCW. In the previously VIP-exclusive After-show, Caldwell and Hoops discuss the NXT debut tonight, Ric Flair in the news, and Fox News covering Flair's domestic dispute.
Then on the Feb. 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill has phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including last night's NXT debut, in-depth discussion of the positives and negatives on NXT, Why Michael Cole might be on NXT, TNA Impact on March 8, rumors of a Hulk Hogan heel turn, TNA turns compared to WWE turns, questions on Kurt Angle, and Bret Hart or Vince McMahon possibly screwing the other. In the previously VIP-exclusive After-show, Caldwell and McNeill discuss the WrestleMania 26 hype, Jim Ross calling HBK-Taker, Dixie Carter Shoot interview, and rumor of TNA possibly drawing lowest buyrate ever.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-24-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed Brock Lesnar walking out on Raw last night, Samoa Joe returning to ROH, WrestleMania 31’s line-up, Sting-Triple H and more with live callers.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the curious use of Randy Orton last night, The Authority’s future, C.M. Punk-Colt Cabana lawsuit, is WWE right to be concerned about mainstream perception of Daniel Bryan or Roman Reigns, and more including member email questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-22-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former WWE and TNA lead play-by-play announcer Josh Mathews who discussed his time in WWE, why he departed, his path to TNA, his controversial Twitter exchange with Jim Ross, what he likes about TNA, what it’s like to be shouted at by Vince McMahon, what his prep style was like in WWE, what he was liking about TNA, his Tough Enough experience, the departure of Samoa Joe, and his new podcast about men’s fashion. Live callers and email topics are sprinkled in.
Then in a bonus interview from earlier in the month (2-11-2015), Pat McNeill interviewed former WCW wrestler The Stro. Plus, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell talk the latest news, events, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 19 and Feb. 22, 2010.
On the Feb. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch's Greg Parks joined Wade Keller on the show. They took phone calls, answered emails, and responded to live chat room questions on topics in the news including analysis of The Pope's push and his promo standing up to Ric Flair last night, how many managers are candidates for the Hall of Fame, TNA Impact ratings, the Monday Night War ratings expectations and predictions for a year from now, and more. Plus, in the VIP Aftershow Keller amd Parks discuss the racial undertones in heel Flair going after Pope, Hulk Hogan's planned return match on March 8, Abyss's push, Samoa Joe losing to Orlando Jordan, and more.
Then on the Feb. 22, 2010 episode, Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net joined Wade to take caller and email questions on topics in the news including the Undertaker fire incident on last night's PPV, Bret Hart's car angle, the WWE Title changes last night and where they might be going with the storyline, Sheamus's future, 1970s wrestlers who would translate today, and much more. In the VIP Aftershow, Keller and Powell answer email questions and talk about other topics.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the Feb. 18, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch's James Caldwell and Wade Keller answered phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on topics in the news including WWE's wholesale PPV changes, why the gimmicks might not work, why the gimmicks might work, Bill Watts banning top rope moves in WCW, and Jim Cornette in Smoky Mountain. In the VIP Aftershow, they talk about the NXT concept, speculation on how NXT will look, and Jerry Lawler for American Idol.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-20-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They evaluated the current WrestleMania likely line-up with particular attention to The Fiend vs. Roman Reigns, Randy Orton vs. Edge, Undertaker vs. A.J. Styles, Charlotte vs. Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch vs. Shayna Baszler, and John Cena vs. Elias. They also discuss Cody’s emergence as the centerpiece AEW babyface and his role as the public face of the company as an executive along the lines of Triple H. They also discussed previous night’s NXT Takeover follow-up and what’s next for Adam Cole, Finn Balor, Dominic Dijakovic, Velveteen Dream, and Keith Lee. They also talk about Jon Moxley, Hangman Page, The Young Bucks, and more. Mailbag questions include comments Jim Ross’s announcing, Darby Allin, and more.
Then in a bonus segment from two days earlier (2-18-2020), Jason Powell joined Wade for a special Mailbag episode covering these topics for just over 30 minutes: A look at the intriguing WrestleMania Women’s matches with disappointing build-up so far, whether there are too many wrestlers in WWE getting a ton of TV time while saying very little, the battle WWE faces with over-saturation and potential changes in the WWE Network offerings, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The men's and women's Elimination Chamber favorites including whether the obvious choices are less obvious because of Jey Uso's Royal Rumble win with a sidebar mini-rant on reporting spoilers on things that haven't happened but are "the plans"
* If John Cena doesn't win the Chamber and face Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania, what are other options for him
* A few weeks later, is the Jey Uso win at the Rumble looking better or worse, and how can they fill two-plus months before the match
* Is Jey's lack of four-star singles match pedigree really a big deal?
* Did WWE damage Roxanne Perez or are they up to something that will work out just fine?
* First impressions of WWF LFG reality series on A&E
* Are Evolves, NXT, LFG, and their recruiting and development programs reducing the vibrance of the indy scene and making it less likely tomorrow's stars will get valuable experience there?
* When will there be signs of a decline in WWE's popularity and will ticket sales and attendance be the more relevant indicator?
* AEW Grand Slam review including assessment of production choices, weak NBA cross-promotion, and every match with a focus on the Toni Storm-Mariah May storyline
NOTE: There is also a 45+ minute VIP Aftershow that will be posted separately for PWTorch VIP members and Dot Net Members.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 16 and Feb. 17, 2010.
On the Feb. 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch's Travis Bryant joined Wade Keller on the show. They took phone calls, answered emails, and responded to live chat room questions on topics in the news including the previous night's Raw, the Bret Hart car angle, the flat Elimination Chamber hype, whether Raw's 3.6 cable rating was a sign of success or failure, some notes on TNA booking, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, we talked about the new information regarding WWE NXT and ways WWE could make this work and screw it up.
Then on the Feb. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill joined Wade to take caller and email questions on topics in the news including the last ECW episode, what we knew about NXT, Impact ratings crashing during the show last week, the Elimination Chamber, Christian's future, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss the good and bad that could result from Raw vs. Impact starting March 8 and debate the brand split's usefulness in 2010.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-17-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the pros and cons of the Daniel Bryan-Roman Reigns dynamic leading into Fastlane, Brock Lesnar's future, Rusev-John Cena, Samoa Joe-TNA, and much more with live callers.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed whether whether Triple H was sneakily angling for cheers against Sting, use of Divas in WWE, NXT announce team, Rusev post-WrestleMania, Lesnar if he sticks around, and more with email questions submitted by members.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked current WWE happenings with ex-WWE announcer (late 2000s) Jack Korpela and ex-Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio host John Arezzi (late-1900s through mid-2000s) including the Daniel Bryan-Roman Reigns dilemma, NXT Takeover’s main event, Brock Lesnar’s value to WWE, how WWE reacts to crowds behind the scenes, and more.Then in a bonus interview from earlier in the month (2-4-2015), Pat McNeill interviewed "Road Warrior" Animal and Justin Credible with live caller questions.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-13-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast “The Fix with Todd Martin.” They begin with a review of week one of the XFL and the positives coming out of the weekend, then a review of Raw, a review of NXT on USA, and a preview of Sunday’s NXT Takeover Portland live event. Then the show concludes with a bonus Triple H Media Q&A from earlier this week discussing Takeover and other pertinent NXT issues such as Keith Lee’s future.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 11 and Feb. 12, 2010.
On the Feb. 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell joined Wade Keller on the show. They took phone calls, answered emails, and responded to live chat room questions on topics in the news including highlights from WWE's quarterly earnings report, the end of the Survivor Series brand name PPV, potential replacements, how to incorporate old-school WCW PPV names if at all, whether a King of the Ring PPV can draw, context of the concept PPVs increasing in buy rates, Vince Russo's latest interview and quotes, TNA Impact tonight, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about WWE TV Network and Mick Foley's latest "lowering of the bar" interview.
Then on the Feb. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell joined Wade to take caller and email questions on topics in the news including the imminent announcement that TNA Impact is going live on Mondays starting in several weeks, plus they take live calls and email questions on a variety of subjects including WWE NXT, TNA house show reports, Mick Foley criticism, the push of A.J. Styles as a top heel in TNA, and more. This includes a vintage reference to Wade's iPod Touch and how long Bruce had his cell phone and why he might have to suffer without for the weekend due to this episode.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-11-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell. They answered mailbag questions on Shayna biting Becky, Drew McIntyre’s rising star, Fake Razor & Diesel, Montez Ford’s upside, Triple Threat match rules, NXT’s demographic challenge and the idea of a college tour to fix it, WWE Network subscriber level if major PPVs were removed, Jerry Lawler’s current day commentary, NXT announcers’ lack of chemistry lately, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They discuss these topics:
* AEW Grand Slam line-up thoughts with extended opening discussion on strengths and weaknesses of the Toni Storm-Mariah May story
* A look at Jey Uso's Royal Rumble win and fallout, crowd reactions, is WWE pushing it with time dedicated to his entrances on TV, is Michael Cole at risk of ruining Jey (or his dignity and credibility), could Gunther-Jey headline night two, and does Jey have to win.
* More on Grand Slam's undercard with a lengthy discussion on Will Ospreay & Kenny Omega vs. Don Callis Family.
* WrestleMania's line-up options, including whether Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena will feel worthy of headlining night 2 if WWE goes that direction, and then what for Roman Reigns, C.M. Punk, and Seth Rollins?
* Who should Charlotte choose to face, and what happens in the other women's title match?
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 9 and Feb. 10, 2010.On the Feb. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell joined PWTorch editor Wade Keller to take caller and email questions discussing the previous night's Raw, the Bret Hart-Vince McMahon angle, Undertaker's streak, TNA Impact ratings, TNA on Mondays, being critical of friends in wrestling, and more. Plus, in the 15 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer email and chat room questions on a wide range of topics rapid-fire style.Then on the Feb. 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill joined Wade to take caller and email questions on topics in the news including highlights from Raw on Monday, the hype for the Elimination Chamber, the shaping of the WrestleMania 26 line-up, the lack of announced line-up for TNA Against All Odds, recasting WWE's 2000s movies with 1980s/1990s wrestlers, the most effective women acts in wresting history, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about more aspects of Raw from Monday and Bret Hart's quote about Hulk Hogan and wheelchairs.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-10-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the ramifications of the Seth Rollins nude photo controversy, the Daniel Bryan-Roman Reigns dynamic furthered, why characters come across so much better on Total Divas and NXT than on Raw, Raw feeling much too long the night before, and much more with live callers throughout show.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss NXT going on the road, Lockdown and TNA so far on Destination America, Alberto El Patron, WrestleMania 31 triple threat, and more as they answer email topics from members.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 5 and Feb. 8, 2010.
On the Feb. 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell joined PWTorch editor Wade Keller to take caller and email questions, analyze Impact, discuss WWE Hall of Fame candidates, delve into the Bret Hart-Vince McMahon relationship, remembering Jack Brisco, Triple H, and more.
Then on the Feb. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch columnist Greg Parks joined Wade to take caller and email questions, analyze the drop in TNA Impact ratings, what Vince McMahon said about Bret Hart the previous week, and more. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the WWF-WWE name change, whether TNA should change its name, and the difference Jim Ross could make in TNA.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked in-depth with ex-WWF and AWA announcer Ken Resnick featuring memories of interviewing Hulk Hogan, the Road Warriors, Bobby Heenan, and many other top stars, plus insights into the marathon WWF tapings, backstage at AWA tapings in the mid-‘80s, Heenan backstage ribs, the hilarious Wally Karbo, Road Warriors off-air stories, anecdotes about Hogan, Roddy Piper, Gorilla Monsoon, the grind of localized interviews and how wrestlers handled those marathon sessions, and more.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 3 and Feb. 4, 2010.On the Feb. 3 episode, PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill joined Wade taking live calls, email questions, and chat room questions on a variety of topics including Vince McMahon announcing the end of the ECW brand, the future of that show rebranded, the Smackdown Elimination Chamber match (spoilers), The Miz's future, the potential of another WWE PPV based out of the UK, and more.Then on the Feb. 4 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell joined Wade taking live caller questions, email questions, and chatroom questions on a wide range of topics including Hulk Hogan, TNA's future, the latest Eric Bischoff Torch Talk comments on UFC, ECW's future, Brian Gewirtz, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-6-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed possible “transformative” changes in WWE Network and PPVs, Drew McIntyre’s rising stock, AEW’s quality control issues, comparing AEW to NXT star power, how would NXT playing bigger arenas work, fan reaction complicating Hangman Page heel turn, XFL anticipation, ROH’s 2020 changes, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Jey Uso's memorable celebration on Raw of being the 2025 Royal Rumble winner
* What Raw indicates about the Rumble favorites who didn't win in terms of their WrestleMania options
* The latest with Will Ospreay, Kenny Omega, and the Don Callis Family
* A preview of Dynamite including who Callis's mystery opponent for Ospreay could be
* The Mariah May-Toni Storm storyline and the flaw at this point that might not be fixable
* Details on the latest new allegations in Janel Grant lawsuit against Vince McMahon and John Laurinaitis
* The media's loss of influence to hold celebrities and corporations in check which has led to softball press conferences
* What Pat McAfee said to Hulk Hogan that startled him as Hogan was trying to sell the reason he was booed
* The latest the WWF Ring Boy scandal
* Megan Bayne's AEW potential
* Mina Shirakawa's injury
* The glitchy signal issues on Raw on Netflix this week
* And more!
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Today we jump back 15 years to the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 2, 2010. Wade Keller hosted and was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They talked with live callers, answered email questions, and interacted with that chat room on a variety of topics with a primary focus on WrestleMania 26's line-up taking shape, WWE Monday Night Raw, Bret Hart, the future of ECW, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive AfterShow, they talked about the Raw Hits & Misses.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-3-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss with live callers the Triple H interview with Steve Austin and last night’s episode of Raw including the big changes setting up Fast Lane’s main event, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they tackle email questions on WWE’s Road to WrestleMania and all of the post-Rumble changes, plus would Stephanie be good on Austin Podcast.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-30-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked in-depth with WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini who provides his analysis and insights on a crazy week for WWE and Roman Reigns, plus behind the scenes machinations of WWE with travel, producers, script checklists. Live callers throughout add their points of view and ask questions.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-28-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks to answer listener questions on these topics:
* Edge’s top potential opponents
* The pace of Edge-Randy Orton storyline
* Who should win Brock Lesnar vs. Drew McIntyre
* If Lesnar only jobs to one wrestler in the next 18 months who should it be
* Is C.M. Punk vs. Lesnar a dream match still
* Charlotte’s WrestleMania options including NXT Champ
* Excalibur’s commentary on AEW Dynamite
* NXT UK talent mixing with NXT US talent
* What if Daniel Bryan instead of Roman Reigns won the 2015 Royal Rumble
* Is AEW responsible for improvements in Raw in last two months
* And more
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Todd Martin. Topics include:
* Analysis of Friday Night Smackdown
* The post-Rumble episode of WWE Monday Night Raw
* NXT on USA episode and the NXT Takeover Worlds Collide event
* AEW Dynamite including a rant by Todd about a particular segment
* NWA Hard Times including an extended discussion on Nick Aldis's best place other than the NWA if he were to go somewhere else
* New Japan New Beginnings and Pro Wrestling NOAH news
* A review of Kane/Glenn Jacob's new book (and it's not pretty)
* The latest UFC and Bellator events
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Today we flash back five years (1-23-2020) to a special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast Flagship with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast including an in-depth detailed preview of the men’s Royal Rumble match including an exhaustive look at Brock Lesnar scenarios and other possible winners. Then they discuss the Women’s Rumble possibilities and the full supporting card led by Daniel Bryan challenging The Fiend.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the latest Royal Rumble winner possibilities for men and women with pros and cons for various options. What possible WrestleMania line-ups can result from various Rumble scenarios.
Also, analysis of the Cody Rhodes-C.M. Punk exchange at the end of Raw. From there, some TNA and NXT topics including NXT announcing they're heading to the venue AEW just ran in Cincinnati.
Then a lot of AEW talk including Kenny Omega-Will Ospreay-Don Callis, Mariah May-Toni Storm, "Hangman" Adam Page-Christopher Daniels, Jeff Jarrett-MJF, and big picture thoughts on AEW's inconsistent emphasis on Collision as a worth-watching show and overall attention to detail at a time when competition is fierce.
They close with reaction to how WWE handled J.D. McDonagh's crash into the announce table that resulted in serious injuries that were, at first, ignored.
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Today we jump back 15 years to the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 1, 2010. Wade Keller hosted and was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They fielded ten phones calls and several email questions revolving around the previous night's WWE Royal Rumble PPV. Topics include Edge's surprising win, scenarios for WrestleMania for Edge and John Cena, R-Truth's seeming increased push, storylines that weren't played out fully during the Rumble, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss the Royal Rumble fallout including a unique and successful reformatted Raw, plus WWE Network hits 1 million subscribers, and a wide range of topics thanks to live callers and emails questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-22-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked in-depth with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for over two hours on a wide array of topics including:
* Was Roman Reigns ready and the right choice for the big push he seemed to be on the verge of getting going into the 2015 Royal Rumble?
* Big praise for Sami Zayn's upside as a potential top tier star
* Hulk Hogan shining against Nick Bockwinkel and how he compared at a similar stage to Reigns
* How Austin compared himself to Hogan when it came to reading a crowd
* Austin's thoughts on breaking character on social media and how some messages are better saved for private texts
* Austin on who he'd like to see go into the WWE Hall of Fame
* Austin's clear-cut answer on how he feels about a comeback in the ring
* The strengths and weaknesses of Seth Rollins as a babyface and heel, and why Austin preferred one role over the other in his career
* Live callers also got to talk to Austin and ask questions
This Interview Classic podcast includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow including:
* Austin's insights on his interview with Vince McMahon and what McMahon thought of it afterward
* Austin asks Wade to do a Mauro Ranallo impersonation and then reacts
* Memories of Austin being asked to drop the U.S. Title in WCW to Hacksaw Duggan
* The importance of Paul Heyman to Austin finding his voice during his pitstop in ECW before going to WWE and how his segments came about on ECW TV
* Was WWE oblivious to fans rejecting Reigns as a Rumble winner like they were for Batista?
* Is there anyone alive who could convince Vince McMahon that what pro wrestling needs most is an immersive sports environment instead of the comedic variety show aspect McMahon pushed?
* Who did Austin think were the best overall athletes he wrestled who could excel on the Skull Buster Challenge?
* Rusev
* The mid-'80s glory period of in-ring wrestling and what wrestlers then had that the modern era wrestlers didn't
* Austin's reaction to McMahon saying Cesaro was "too Swiss"
* Austin on his last match ever
* Whether the clock was running out on Samoa Joe being a top guy
* And much more
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-23-2015), PWTorch's Jim Valley talked live with former WWE/ECW wrestler Stevie Richards. They discussed ECW, WWE Network, social media's impact on pro wrestling, and more. Plus, Richards admitted he only was doing the interview to "avoid getting fined" and kind just stopped answering questions at one point. From there, Jim took phone calls from listeners on various topics. In the VIP Aftershow, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell covers the latest news, events, and more.
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Today we jump back to the Jan. 29, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast. Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell to discuss the possibility of TNA going to Monday nights as soon as March 1 including the mixed signals regarding whether it's final yet. Also, Vince Russo makes news with his comments again, plus reaction to last night's Impact including content analysis and ratings analysis, Royal Rumble talk, and a variety of questions from listeners.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-21-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell. They discussed with live callers current key topics in pro wrestling including various Royal Rumble scenarios with likely winners, dark horses, unlikely winners, and how Brock Lesnar could be used in various ways. Also, Tessa Blanchard, the seven-person suplex spot in AEW Dynamite’s opening tag match last week, Io Shirai, Shotzi Blackheart, Bianca Belair, Ronda Rousey, Matt Riddle, Drew McIntyre, Paul Heyman, C.M. Punk, Cain Velasquez, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Joe Hendry's TNA World Title win over Nic Nemeth, what Hendry's prospects are in WWE in terms of how he'd be utilized and where his ceiling likely is there if WWE were to utilize him full time at some point.
* Tessa Blanchard's return and the crowd chants during the match that showed fans have not yet "moved on" from Tessa's controversies of the past. What should TNA do about it, if anything? What could Tess have done by now and what can she still do? Also, thoughts on the match quality up until the crowd chants took some of the momentum away from the action.
* A full rundown of the rest of TNA Genesis and a bit of a concern about the NXT tie-ins that could do some harm to TNA over time.
* A review of the latest episodes of WWE Smackdown and WWE Raw including the Kevin Owens-Sami Zayn segment, the Jimmy Uso-Gunther build, the latest with Tiffany Stratton, how Bayley is being utilized, and more.
* A preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event.
* A start-to-finish review of AEW Collision including the actual break-up of The Acclaimed and the prospects for Max Caster and Anthony Bowens going forward, plus the tone-deaf nature of Billy Gunn's involvement, plus thoughts on Christopher Daniels vs. "Hangman" Adam Page and the main event tag.
* A review of UFC 311 including how they dealt with the late injury to a main event competitor.
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Today we jump back to two early episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago. First, on the Jan. 27, 2010 episode, Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Pat McNeill talk about the breaking news of TNA Impact going back to Monday nights on March 1. How will WWE react? How should they react? Plus a wide variety of caller questions including a discussion about the merits of casting wrestlers as babyfaces and heels instead of tweeners.
Then up next on the Jan. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch's Brian Hoops joined Wade to take live calls and talk about a wide span of subjects. Those included Steve Corino, the AWA, whether the heel-face structure is necessary or best, heel commentating as a lost art, and current events, plus a call from Jonny Fairplay of "Survivor" fame.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss the final Raw before the Royal Rumble, is Brock now a babyface, many various WrestleMania 31 line-up scenarios, various possible Rumble outcomes, and more with many live callers. In the VIP Aftershow, Sting’s role in WWE is discussed plus a wide range of questions via email.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-16-2015), Wade Keller interviewed “Leaping” Lanny Poffo discussing his brother “Macho Man” Randy Savage’s Hall of Fame, details on how it finally happened, thoughts of Hogan giving the speech, some great Savage family stories, and much more with live callers and email questions. He also reads a poem in the VIP Aftershow and answers some email questions on Savage and his career including working with Mr. Perfect.
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 years ago (1-25-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks to discuss the build to the Royal Rumble, Smackdown, the WWE brand split, Demolition, and more with live callers and chat room questions.
The second episode in our double-header today is also from 15 years ago (1-26-2010) featuring PWTorch columnist Sean Radican discussing Ring of Honor, Dragon Gate, the prior night's Raw, and Sunday's upcoming WWE Royal Rumble with caller questions and live chat room questions throughout.
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Today we bring you a double-header starting with PWTorch's Brian Zilem interviewing Matt & Jeff Hardy in person earlier this week in San Antonio, Tex. discussing TNA's PPV this weekend, the circumstances of their departure from AEW, aspirations for TNA, ice cold plunges, and more.
Then we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-22-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell with a focus on the previous night's TNA Impact including the Survivor Series derivative screwjob, an Eric Bischoff-Mick Foley exchange, Jeff Jarrett on Bubba the Love Sponge, and more Impact items, plus several WWE topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-16-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking AEW’s TV extension and new hour of TV, Jon Moxley, Cody’s promo, Marty Scurll re-signing with ROH and becoming head booker, state of ROH in 2020, Tessa Blanchard title win and preceding controversy, Triple H-Paige comment and apology, Brian Cage potential in AEW, Royal Rumble hype, Drew McIntyre’s push, Brock Lesnar entering no. 1, Paul Heyman’s touches on Raw, Daniel Bryan and The Fiend, John Morrison’s quirky personality, and more.
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SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Stephane Chase. They discuss these topics:
* The pros and cons of potential WrestleMania opponents for Cody Rhodes, John Cena, C.M. Punk, Gunther, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, more
* The return of Kenny Omega and how it’s a good start but there’s more to do for him to be the difference-maker AEW needs in 2025
* A general State of AEW address and whether there’s reason for optimism and why Stephanie’s confidence in Tony Khan is at zero
* Death Riders
* WWE on Netflix and dual purpose of catering to new viewers while keeping momentum with prior viewers
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-21-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch contributor Marc Warzecha to discuss a wide variety of topics during the 60 minute PWTorch Livecast and the 29 minute VIP Aftershow, including live calls and chat room interaction. Subjects covered include Sheamus's push, how TNA might better handle their Impact Zone audience prep, the missed opportunities of not pushing the tag team division, whether the DX act is working as a comedy figure or would be better off split up.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss Roman Reigns’s odd promos, Daniel Bryan’s declaration he’ll win Rumble, TNA’s live debut, WWE Network, Vince McMahon’s future as Head of Creative, and much more with a mix of live calls and email questions including the VIP Aftershow examining the Seth Rollins-Brock Lesnar-John Cena hype.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-9-2015), Wade Keller interviewed TNA President Dixie Carter, reacting to Impact’s move to Destination America, first ratings, changes in 2015, Hogan, Josh, Taz, and more including live callers and email questions.
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-20-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They talked with live callers for an hour on a wide variety of topics including the Royal Rumble, Shawn Michaels-Undertaker, five-star matches, who's better between Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair overall, TNA referring to fans at TV tapings as "cast members," and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more talk about TNA's Sunday PPV and TNA's general creative direction, thoughts on Jon Heder and the idea of wrestling managers making a comeback, and more.
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-18-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell take live calls for 60 minutes focused primarily on the signs coming out of TNA Genesis last night, but also a variety of other topics with 15 callers. The previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow includes a discussion about tonight's Raw, Randy Orton's temperament issues, the heavyweight depth chart in TNA, possible Styles opponents, title changes, Jeremy Borash's role in TNA, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Todd Martin from "The Fix with Todd Martin" weekly VIP podcast. First, Todd gives his impressions of attending Wrestle Kingdom in person last weekend in Japan and reviews the matches, the finishes, and the big Kenta angle. Then they discuss Smackdown, Raw, NXT, and AEW followed by an in-depth overview and analysis of the new autobiography by the father of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Rocky "Soulman" Johnson.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Raw's debut on Netflix from a ton of angles driven primarily by listener emails who provided a mix of diverse takeaways and impressions. Did WWE pace the show in a way that will bring new viewers back? Did they focus way way too much on the Netflix partnership? Did the matches themselves deliver? What key pro wrestling element was largely missing? And much more.
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-14-2009). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell take live calls throughout the one hour Livecast including talk about Vince Russo, WrestleMania's possibilities, Impact, C.M. Punk's push, and more. Also, in an 18 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Vince Russo's editing Keller's comments/questions off of his Facebook fan page within minutes of them being posted.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss the dreadful execution of WWERaw, Royal Rumble hype, New Japan Wrestle Kingdom 9 on PPV, TNA’s Wednesday relaunch, and more with a mix of live calls and email questions.
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-13-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill talk about emerging stars in TNA and WWE, compare the efforts of TNA compared to WWE this past year, look at some future potential main eventers and their pros and cons as future stars, plus a variety of caller topics. Desmond Wolfe (Nigel McGuinness) and The Young Bucks are mentioned. The VIP Aftershow answers chat room questions from listeners, plus some NFL playoff conversation.
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-12-2009). Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net for the first-ever of what would become the "weekly flagship" episode of Wade Keller's PWTorch Livecasts. They talked about the previous night's Raw - which both attended in person - and reacted to Mike Tyson's role, the future of guest G.M.s, John Cena's popularity, TNA Impact on Monday, and much more. In the 24 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss whether Vince Russo was embarrassing and exposing himself with public Q&As recently, more on the future of the Raw G.M.'s, whether the Impact Zone can be a setting for an expanding TNA, and more.
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Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-11-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's James Caldwell for 60 minutes of live radio with phone calls on a variety of subjects including thoughts on Raw, Bret Hart, Impact, Vince Russo, TNA Impact, the hall of Fame, and more. We had a record number of callers packed into the 60 minute show, plus chat room interaction.
Then in a bonus segment from just over 18 years ago, Nora Greenwald (a/k/a Molly Holly) joined Wade to react to Lita announcing her retirement, thoughts on her impact on pro wrestling, and other related topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-2-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell to discuss these topics:
* The Lana-Bobby Lashley wedding from a variety of perspectives including whether it intended to be harmless ephemeral fun or promote a match and build the personalities involved for future storylines and matches
* A history of wrestling presenting silly skits and why the motivations to do so have changed. How it compares to other skits in the past including the "This Is Your Life" segment with Mick Foley and The Rock
* Lana’s reaction to criticism of the wedding online.
* More segments from Raw including Randy Orton’s swerve.
* The Chris Jericho-Tanahashi match at WrestleKingdom
* A review of AEW Dynamite from the previous night
* Expanded analysis of Arn Anderson’s upside and also what his history is as a great and influential talker in pro wrestling.
* The Elite become more of a focus that week
* Chris Jericho’s offer to Jon Moxley
* MJF’s latest promo
* Taz on commentary
* A Mailbag question looking at whether the AEW-NXT ratings battle was being overblown
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. This is part one of their 2014 Year-in-Review series covering these major topics from early in the year...
* Vince McMahon sex trafficking headlines
* WWE Netflix deal
* Mercedes Moné, Will Ospreay, Kazuchika Okada signing with AEW
* Cody Rhodes out and back in the WrestleMania main event.
* WWE fans rejecting The Rock as a lead babyface, WWE siding with fans
* New Japan's year in search of a new identity
* TNA's strong year which started with addition of former Dolph Ziggler
* Sting's retirement in AEW
* Samoa Joe starting the year as AEW World Champion
* MJF's career twists and turns
* And more!
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-2-2015), Wade Keller interviewed Jeff Jarrett regarding Global Force Wrestling’s future, New Japan Tokyo Dome PPV with Jim Ross that upcoming weekend, and more with a mix of live calls and emails.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-30-2014), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net, they discuss with live callers last night's Raw in-depth. Plus, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more WWE discussion, plus TNA, New Japan, and Global Force.
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In part one of a special Mailbag Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-26-2019) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast answering emails on these topics:
* NWA Power’s future and what ideas could transfer to other companies to freshen them up
* Seth Rollins with AOP compared to Becky Lynch
* Comparing the main roster runs of Street Profits to Heavy Machinery so far and do any have singles futures
* Ideas to salvage or save Dark Order
* Aleister Black-C.M. Punk comparisons
* Is it time to conclude Dr. Brit Baker has been overpushed
* And more
Then in part two, over an hour of Wade Keller answering PWTorch VIP member questions on a wide array of topics from three Wade Keller Hotlines, originally VIP-exclusive, from Dec. 25, 26, and 28, 2006.
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Today we jump back to episode 6 of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-6-2010). Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill features 60 minutes of live conversation with phone calls discussing more angles coming out of Monday night's big Raw vs. Impact battle including more ratings info. Then comes the previously VIP-exclusive "Aftershow" with Pat and Wade talking about more subjects for another 11 minutes.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-26-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw’s rebound in late 2019, potential Brock Lesnar opponents in 2020, our AEW wishlist for new year, a review of key points in the Christmas NXT episode, WWE Smackdown mediocrity since moving to Fox, and much more.
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In this week's special Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-25-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked with a handful of live calls about WWE's heel/face decision-making for returning stars, Dolph Ziggler as a pure product of the WWE System, a TNA roster evaluation, and more.
Then in the second part (12-26-2014), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discusses the top stories of the year with live callers. Plus, PWTorch columnist Sean Radican calls in to discuss the latest news and events, as well top independent wrestling stories of the year.
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Today we jump back to episode 4 of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-5-2009). Wade Keller and cohost Bruce Mitchell talked about with one caller after another with rapid-fire analysis of many of the key stories from the previous night's TNA Impact vs. WWE Raw battle kicking off including Bret Hart, Hulk Hogan, the NWO, Eric Bischoff, Ric Flair, and of course Jeff Hardy. Then the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Mitchell talk for another 25 minutes or so on what wasn't covered on the live show regarding Raw-Impact.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-23-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed with callers C.M. Punk’s tense interview with TSN in Canada, Roman Reigns’s continued push, Christmas-themed Raw, Dolph Ziggler’s possible bigger push, and much more.
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Today we jump back to episodes 2 and 3 of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (12-28-2009 & 1-4-2009). In the first episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill to discuss who deserves to win 2009 year-end awards. Then a few days later, Wade was joined by PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell to preview the first Monday night head-to-head battle of WWE Raw vs. TNA Nitro with all kinds of rumors and expectations and speculation.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-19-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Jim Ross about upcoming New Japan Tokyo Dome PPV, teaming with Matt Striker, was Vince McMahon right about Millennials, TLC, Ziggler, Neville, Triple H, NXT, and more with a mix of live callers and email questions.
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Today's special episode features three segments.
PART 1: A 5 Yrs Ago Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast Mailbag hosted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller covering these topics: A potential Aleister Black & Buddy Murphy tag team, whether Bray Wyatt is the Face of WWE already and whether it’s a coincidence wrestlers who lose to him go back to their past, could Samoa Joe lead the charge against Seth Rollins & AOP, should Jim Ross be critical of AEW’s ring style on air, should AEW have a developmental system to help wrestlers refine their skills, are AEW tag teams in need of curating and closer following of rules, and more.
PART 2: Tony Khan's NEW media Q&A from Tuesday this week previewing ROH Final Battle and answering media questions including the relevance of the Hammerstein Ballroom, the state of the Trios Titles, his respect and love for Dustin Rhodes as a wrestler growing up and working with him now, and more.
PART 3: The previously VIP-exclusive "Podcast of Honor" podcast with a 2019 Year-in-Review format. Tyler Sage and Ryan Sullivan discuss these topics: Should Marty Scurll have won the world title at G1? Would ROH be in a better place if that had happened? Matt Taven’s run on top is debated. Problems with TV and the lack of storylines is discussed. Would WWE buy ROH? Plus, Tyler’s WOH manifesto and a ranking of all nine Star Wars films.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-19-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Todd Martin from "The Fix with Todd Martin" weekly VIP podcast. Todd and Wade first react to the drop in AEW viewership to close the year while NXT holds its ground and takes over in the young demos AEW had dominated. What is AEW doing wrong and what aren't they doing enough of that they have the resources and talent to accomplish? How concerned should AEW be, and what is and isn't "fixable" as they enter 2020 perhaps slightly humbled? Then Todd reviews AEW Dynamite, NXT on USA, last week's Smackdown leading into TLC, this week's Raw including the continuation of the new Seth Rollins heel run, ROH's Final Battle PPV, the NWA Into the Fire PPV, the latest UFC PPV, and more UFC and some Bellator events.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* A review of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event including thoughts on Jesse Ventura
* Reaction to the SNME ratings including a key demo rating that stood out
* Gunther's character since losing to Cody Rhodes
* The Seth Rollins-C.M. Punk exchange on Raw last night
* Hype for Netflix debut
* The transfer window
* John Cena
* AEW ticket sales
* AEW Continental Classic analysis
* AEW ticket sales and overall state of business
* A look at the AEW World End PPV line-up so far
* Minnesota Vikings talk
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In this week's 15 Years Ago Flashback episode (12-28-2009 & 12-29-2009), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discuss with callers Bret Hart's return to the WWF, a review of Raw, a look at the WWF's top ten wrestlers of all-time, and more. This includes the FIRST-EVER episode of the PWTorch Dailycast on Monday, Dec. 28, 2009 and then the SECOND-EVER episode right afterward from Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2009.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-16-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with callers the Chris Jericho-hosted Raw with Brock Lesnar’s return, John Cena-Seth Rollins, TLC fallout, Rumble hype, Brass Rings, Stephanie McMahon’s ad, and more, plus the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with topics including TNA, GFW, the Big Show-Roman Reigns incident on Raw, and more.
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Today we jump back ten years (12-14-2014) to a PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks covering that night's WWE TLC PPV with live callers. They also take a broader overview of WWE's broken writing system and how one PPV captured years of mounting problems. The line-up included Dean Ambrose vs. Bray Wyatt in a TLC match, John Cena vs. Seth Rollins with Cena's no. 1 contenders at stake, Rusev vs. Jack Swagger, Miz & Mildew vs. The Usos, Nikki Bella vs. A.J. Lee, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-12-2014), Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Member John Piermarini & MMATorch editor Jamie Penick about the prospects of C.M. Punk in UFC and possibility of a Brock Lesnar return to UFC, plus NXT Takeover, Roman Reigns, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our WWE SNME Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by PWTorch columnist Rich Fann from the VIP podcast, "Everything with Rich & Wade." They look at each of the matches on the show, evaluate the hype, look at the pros and cons of various possible outcomes, and predict finishes including Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens, Drew McIntyre vs. Sami Zayn, the Women's U.S. Title Final, Liv Morgan vs. Iyo Sky, and Gunther vs. Damien Priest vs. Finn Balor, plus the return of Jesse Ventura.
After that, we bring you the previously VIP-exclusive WWE Saturday Night's Main Event roundtable podcast after the previous relaunch of the Saturday Night's Main Event series on March 18, 2006. Wade was joined by PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell with analysis of each of the matches and the larger focus on the McMahon family. Matches include Shane McMahon vs. Shawn Michaels, Mickie James & Trish Stratus vs. Candice Michelle & Victoria, and John Cena & Triple H vs. Randy Orton & Kurt Angle & Rey Mysterio.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-12-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They began with an in-depth preview of WWE TLC with a look at key wrestlers on the show and where they are headed after Sunday based on possible outcomes including WrestleMania ideas for Roman Reigns, Bray Wyatt, more. Then they cover the AEW-NXT fan divide, AEW and NXT strengths and weaknesses, the NWA including the wrestlers who have really shined in the studio setting, the controversy of the NWO Hall of Fame induction excluding Eric Bischoff and Big Show including Bischoff’s reaction, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to WWE looking into expanding the two-night PLE formula to more events
* The influence of the expanded women's roster in WWE on the expansion to two-night events
* Does the expansion of WWE content on weekend especially hurt AEW
* Reaction to initial All In Texas ticket sales based on the $1 million in ticket sales figure being reported
* Initial thoughts on the Continental Classic after everyone has had two or three matches, including the quality of the presentation and thoughts on early results indicate for how it'll play out
* A review of NXT TV from last week and a full analysis of the NXT Deadline PLE from Minneapolis, Minn. with Wade adding his in-person observations
* Thoughts on WWE's "transfer window" including thoughts on how it'll work and who might switch
* Reviews of last week's Smackdown and this week's Raw?
* A preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event
* Reviews of last week's Dynamite, Rampage, and Collision loaded with Continental Classic matches
* A review of the New Japan Tag League Finals
* A review of UFC 310 and a preview of next weekend's final cards of 2024
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Today we jump back ten years (12-11-2014) to a PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks discussing with live callers big topics from WWE, TNA, Lucha Underground, UFC/Punk, ROH/Alberto Del Rio, the shifting 2015 landscape, the Vince McMahon-Triple H dynamic, can anyone push WWE in 2015, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-9-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with callers Reigns winning Superstar of Year, Punk signing with UFC, Vince’s comments last week conflicting with Raw this week, TLC hype, and more. They also tackle a bunch of email topics in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-3-2014), Pat McNeill interviewed ROH tag champion/PWG champion Kyle O'Reilly with live calls and emails. O'Reilly talked about whether he ever was in a situation where a finish to match changed during a match, how many hours should a wrestlers train per week when going to a wrestling school, a match that he was disappointed in, his goal to improve his character and promos after focusing primarily on being skilled from bell to bell, what he thinks his future in pro wrestling would be, what era he'd most like to have wrestled in if he could switch to another time, and much more with live callers, emails, and chat room interactions on various ROH and other topics.Plus, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell, they discussed the latest news, events, and more!
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-5-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Justin Credible who dissected and reacted to C.M. Punk and Vince McMahon podcast interview. What does former colleague of Punk and employee of McMahon think of their controversial comments. Calls and emails as usual were weaved into the discussion.
Then in a bonus second segment, we jump back four days before (12-1-2014) to Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant discussing with live callers & emailers the C.M. Punk podcast including whether Punk will ever return to WWE, what they expected from Vince McMahon on Stone Cold's podcast, WrestleCade live experience, thoughts on that night's Raw, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-5-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking AEW’s strengths & weaknesses after ten shows, NXT’s groove, Smackdown doldrums, Raw’s rebound, Wednesday’s razor thin ratings difference in recent weeks, NWA Power, State of ROH, Mauro Ranallo-Corey Graves, and much more.
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-3-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Bruce Mitchell. They talked with live callers and answered email questions on a wide range of topics including pro wrestling history and current events including Bruce discussing recently hosting the Arn Anderson, Crockett Brothers, and World Class panel discussions in front of live audiences at wrestling conventions, the AEW vs. NXT ratings panic in some circles and what to really be concerned about and what not to worry about yet, The Road Warriors, Kevin Von Erich, WWE’s marketing of women wrestlers’ “sex appeal,” should pro wrestling announcers acknowledge injuries to wrestlers on air or discuss differences between actual injuries and worked injuries, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Thoughts on the New Day 10th Anniversary Celebration and double-turn twist with Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods tearing into Big E
* Thoughts on WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event line-up so far
* Looking at the fallout from Survivor Series on last night's Raw
* Analysis of the AEW Continental Classic so far including Daniel Garcia going to a draw with Kazuchika Okada, what's coming up, and thoughts on the timing of AEW releasing the match schedule
* The latest with MJF, Adam Cole, and Kyle O'Reilly
* Tony Khan's handling of wrestlers under contract that he doesn't want to use on TV such as Ricky Starks and Rusev.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Dec. 4, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing part two of C.M. Punk's podcast interview with Colt Cabana in-depth, plus other WWE, TNA, and ROH topics.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-2-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss with callers Vince McMahon’s live interview with Steve Austin, C.M. Punk Podcast fallout, last night’s Raw, and more with live callers and some VIP Aftershow email topics.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 28, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing the C.M. Punk podcast in-depth - will this affect WWE business, their approach, or anything about how the company does business, or simply be an account of what happened that everyone moves on from over time? And, what would lead to it truly making an impact on how WWE does business?
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Today we flash back five years (11-28-2019) to a Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss in depth last week’s Smackdown, this week’s improved episode of Raw, NXT Takeover, the Steve Austin interview with Undertaker, the Corey Graves-Mauro Ranallo situation, who were biggest winners from NXT of brand warfare, and more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-26-2019) with guest cohost Greg Parks from the PWTorch Dailycast “Wrestling Night in America” podcast and the Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter. They answered mailbag questions from listeners on these topics: The Fiend, Seth Rollins as heel, AEW Women’s Division, C.M. Punk, Jerry Lawler’s sexist commentary, were too many first-time potential dream match-ups given away during Survivor Series month, should wrestlers be taking more time off after big grueling matches from a storyline standpoint, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to walk through the entire WWE Survivor Series 2024 line-up with analysis of the hype, thoughts on possible outcomes, predictions on what will happen, and more.
After that, we bring you the previously VIP-exclusive WWE Survivor Series 2023 Post-Event Roundtable. Wade was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and PWTorch Dailycast podcaster Nick Barbati. They begin with an instant reaction to the return of C.M. Punk followed by a start to finish review of the entire event including the two WarGames matches, Gunther vs. The Miz, Rhea Ripley vs. Zoey Stark, and Santos Escobar vs. Dragon Lee. Throughout the show, Wade provides real-time reporting from WWE sources and others about what was real and what wasn’t regarding the Seth outburst, Drew storming off, who knew and when about Punk’s return, what to read into what Paul Levesque and Cody Rhodes said during the press conference afterward, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* AEW Continental Classic leagues and predictions on who will shine and potentially win, plus building a completely different 12-man tournament line-up out of who isn't included
* AEW Australia ticket sales concerns
* AEW Full Gear thoughts including Orange Cassidy's build
* Thoughts on the WWE comp ticket policy change for wrestlers, plus general vibes of WWE under TKO ownership compared to pre-buyout
* What happens if Paul Levesque isn't head of creative and is replaced for any number of reasons?
* State of AEW and WWE tag team divisions including Private Party, Motor City Machine Guns, more
* Ricky Starks commenting on his status with AEW
* Thoughts on how AEW featured Big Boom A.J. and Big Justice
* Some NFL talk including, of course, the Minnesota Vikings strong season so far
NOTE: Check back Wednesday night for a PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast where Jason and Wade's preview WWE Survivor Series.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 23, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with WWE Survivor Series call-in post-show with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing Team Cena vs. Team Authority, Bray Wyatt vs. Dean Amrose, Bray Wyatt vs. Dean Ambrose, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-25-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss with callers Survivor Series fallout, The Authority's exit, Daniel Bryan's return, the Anonymous G.M. punchline, and more. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed a possible Brock Lesnar return to MMA, ROH's PPVs, TNA's relaunch in January, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-21-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Lucha Underground Exec Producer Chris DeJoseph who talked about the first four weeks of groundbreaking El Rey Network series, how it compares to WWE creative process, the show’s future, and much more.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 20, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing with live callers WWE Survivor Series on Sunday, TNA's TV future, Lucha Underground, Global Force, Randy Savage for the Hall of Fame, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by PWTorch contributor Eric Krol to walk through the entire line-up with analysis of the hype, thoughts on possible outcomes, predictions on what will happen, and more including some big picture thoughts on the state of AEW and how to put them on a path to growth during the term of this new TV rights deal.
From there, the full Tony Khan media Q&A from earlier today discussing Full Gear including questions from PWTorch's Rich Fann and Brian Zilem among others.
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Today we flash back five years (11-21-2019) to a special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast Flagship with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcast and WWE Kickoff Show panel. They previewed WWE Survivor Series and NXT Takeover with predictions for match outcomes and surprises, plus analysis of the build-up and some sidebars on C.M. Punk and other topics including some listener emails.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They discuss these topics:
* The decision by WWE to have two WarGames matches and when it makes sense and doesn't make sense to do so.
* The teams and the set-up for the women's WarGames match, plus thoughts on how Nia Jax is doing in her top heel role.
* The men's WarGames match and will the fifth man for sure be Seth Rollins or is there a chance it's ultimately someone else, including the pros and cons of C.M. Punk.
* When will Paul Heyman return?
* How is Roman Reigns doing since his return in terms of creating drama but also not disappointing the fans who chanted for him.
* How is Solo Sikoa doing in a top heel role?
* If Seth is in WarGames, will he have a confrontation with Reigns?
* The latest WWE Raw on Netflix news.
* The state of AEW's top star power going into Full Gear on Saturday and what main move Tony Khan should make to try to get AEW red-hot again.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Livecast Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 19, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast live call-in show with guest host Jim Valley and cohost Pat McNeill. They talked with live callers about all of the big news of the day including TNA's new TV deal, a look ahead to Survivor Series, Jim Ross and the GFW, and more. And in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Pat and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussed the latest news, events, and more!
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-18-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the previous night's episode of WWE Raw including Rowan and Harper joining the main event, predictions and analysis of possible outcomes for Survivor Series, WrestleMania forecasts, speculating on the future of Bray Wyatt, and much more including email questions in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-13-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Matt Hardy. Topics included his C.M. Punk return prediction, will the Hardys resurface at a WrestleMania, what is future of TNA, what’s Matt’s ROH relationship, WWE Network payoffs for talent, and much more including live callers and email questions.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 14, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing with live callers and emailers these topics:
* The Road to Survivor Series
* Odd and interesting booking choices made by WWE
* TNA's title changes on Impact
* Global Force a mere PPV broker or a player in 2015?
* Lots of questions in the industry right now.
* And more...
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-12-2014), Pat McNeil interviewed Ron Simmons who talked about the transition from Jim Crockett Promotions to Turner-owned WCW and what wrestlers were worried about, thoughts on Mick Foley early in his career, the switch to wrestling as Faarooq and who was supposed to manage him instead of Sunny, transitioning from football to pro wrestling, how he found out Bill Watts chose him to be WCW Champion, how the locker room felt about the Bret Hart departure from the WWF, the Nation of Domination, the Attitude Era, and much more with live callers and chat room questions.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-14-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking AEW vs. NXT ratings, standout moments from Wednesday night, the Seth Rollins problem and can it be solved, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they talk C.M. Punk’s return to WWE TV and where ROH, the NWA, MLW, and Impact fit into the crowded landscape.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Bloodline continued drama and the recruitment of a fifth member for each team
* Kenny Omega appearing in New Japan and what his role should be in AEW going into 2025
* NXT in the 2300 Arena thoughts
* D-Von Dudley reaction online to reports on his health
* WWE Women's United States Title and why Chelsea Green needs to be the first champion
* Jon Moxley interview/manifesto on AEW in the news
* Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods getting to breaking point
* Motor City Machine Guns almost a month in
* Wrestle Kingdom card and AEW show lineups thus far and what they look like
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-9-2019), Wade was joined by Zack Heydorn to discuss the AEW Full Gear pay-per-view event with live callers and mailbag questions, plus an on-site correspondent from Baltimore, Md. They discuss the pros and cons of the Kenny Omega vs. Jon Moxley 40 minute hardcore finale, the towel finish of Chris Jericho vs. Cody and the MJF factor, plus every other match and segment on the PPV.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-11-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the previous night's WWE Raw including Team Cena and Team Authority taking shape, Ryback as centerpiece, Dean Ambrose’s feud with Wyatt, plus Jim Ross with NJPW. Live callers and email questions are part of the program.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-7-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Diamond Dallas Page who talked about how current-day wrestlers can get over as babyface using strategies he used in WCW, would he do anything different with Scott Hall and Jake Roberts, some WCW and AWA memories, an update on DDP Yoga’s growth, and more.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 6, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing with live callers and emailers these topics:
* Will Smackdown moving to Thursdays make the show more relevant?
* Can TNA learn from Lucha Underground?
* WWE Network
* Survivor Series and TLC
* Global Force Wrestling
* And more...
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-5-2014), Pat McNeill interviews former WWE/TNA/ECW wrestler Rhino with live calls and emails including the inside story on Vince McMahon stopping his match against Tajiri, the length of live indy events, thoughts on Miz, and more. Also, the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussing the latest news, events, and more!
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-7-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd reacted to that week’s ratings tie between AEW and NXT, evaluated AEW’s Full Gear hype plus provides a full PPV preview, declared his point of view about the push of Cody, reacts to NXT being invaded by The O.C., reviewed Raw and NJPW Power Struggle, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Election anxiety
* NXT vs. AEW tomorrow night with a lengthy preview of both shows and big picture thoughts on the state of the two brands
* The strengths and weaknesses of the Jon Moxley saga
* Bobby Lashley's prospects in AEW
* Latest developments with The Bloodline factions including Jey Uso stepping up, the state of Roman Reigns's character, and more.
* How WWE is treating Saudi Arabia shows as just part of the flow of storylines like any other location
* The Wyatt Sicks and Miz
* Goldberg's retirement announcement for 2025 and prospective opponents
* WWE roster cuts (Baron Corbin, Tegan Nox, Indi Hartwell)
* And more
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode (pt. 2 of 2) of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-4-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the odds of The Authority losing at Survivor Series, WWE Network marketing, might the McMahons really sell WWE, New Japan on PPV, Lucha Underground announcing, and more as part of the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow portion of that week's Flagship.Then, in a bonus segment from the same week ten years ago (11-3-2014), PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell was joined by CWF Mid-Atlantic announcer Brad Stutts to talk wrestling with live callers and emailers. They discussed that week's Raw line-up, the WWE Network "free month" promotional stunt, comparing Roman Reigns and Dean Amborse in terms of who should be pushed more, CWF Mid-Atlantic Wrestling insights, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-4-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with callers last night's Raw including Vince McMahon's return to live TV, major new Survivor Series stipulation, Seth Rollins and Randy Orton developments, Rusev's U.S. Title win, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-31-2014), Wade Keller interviewed John Piermarini, an ex-WWE Creative Team member who took listeners inside booking meetings with Vince McMahon, plus how are expenses covered for writers on the road, Bray angle analysis, and more with live callers.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Oct. 30, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing with live callers and emailers the WWE financial picture and WWE Network business from all angles, should WWE focus more on fixing the core product than the method of distribution, they ask whether Vince McMahon was the right person to lead the Network era, plus TNA Impact, Lucha Underground premiere, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV Preview Roundtable episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade previews this year's WWE Crown Jewel event with analysis of each of the seven matches with predictions on each. Then we present the last two previously VIP-exclusive Crown Jewel post-event Roundtables.
2023 Roundtable: PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They review the event start to finish including Roman Reigns vs. L.A. Knight, Seth Rollins vs. Drew McIntyre, Iyo Sky vs. Bianca Belair, Cody Rhodes vs. Damian Priest, Rey Mysterio vs. Logan Paul, Miz TV, and more.
2022 Roundtable: Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and PWTorch.com contributor Brandon LeClair to discuss the event start to finish including Brock Lesnar vs. Bobby Lashley, Drew McIntyre vs. Karrion Kross in a cage, Bianca Belair defending against Bayley, Roman Reigns defending against Logan Paul, a Bray Wyatt in-ring speech, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-31-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Kelly Wells from the “PWT Talks NXT” PWTorch Dailycast and PWTorch.com’s NXT TV reporter. They discuss the following topics including many provided by listener calls and listener emails: WWE Crown Jewel results, what now for both Bray Wyatt and Seth Rollins, the first-ever women’s match in Saudi Arabia, Finn Balor’s first heel NXT promo, AEW Dynamite strengths and weaknesses after five weeks, the ACH/Jordan Myles t-shirt controversy, AEW modeling itself after New Japan, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Stephanie Chase. They discuss these topics:
* Assessing the impact on pro wrestling fans when pro wrestlers put themselves in the political spotlight as Hulk Hogan, Mick Foley, Batista, and Undertaker have done, among others, in recent days.
* Takeaways from the Undertaker podcast interview with Donald Trump.
* A preview of top matches at Crown Jewel including the Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther main event between both world champs.
* A preview of AEW Dynamite's top matches.
* Reaction to NXT Halloween Havoc's main event between Trick Williams and Ethan Page.
* Bubba Ray Dudley showing up in NXT in time to return to the former ECW Arena for NXT next Wednesday.
* And more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-29-2019) with guest cohost Cameron Hawkins from the PWTorch East Coast Cast, they discuss the following topics including many provided by listener emails: The ACH/Jordan Myles t-shirt controversy, growing discontentment with WWE, who on Team Hogan would Hulk allow to date Brooke, is Cody pro wrestling’s top babyface, can Seth Rollins be salvaged at this point, will AEW successfully complete an interview, thoughts on the Finn Balor move to NXT, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-28-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw including all the fallout from Hell in a Cell and the stage-setting for Survivor Series, WWE Network subscriber count update, and more with live callers and email questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-24-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Sean "X-Pac" Waltman who discusses early Rock memories, will C.M. Punk return, Lucha Underground thoughts, what would WWE look like with Hunter not Vince in charge, Shane McMahon update, NXT, scripting promos, Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, and much more with email questions and live callers.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Oct. 26, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell breaking down the just-completed Hell in a Cell PPV with live callers, plus look ahead to what might be next.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-24-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. Rich talks about his in-person experience at Dynamite last night in Pittsburgh, his thoughts on AEW so far after four weekly episodes of Dynamite, what they’re doing well and what they would benefit from adding, should they continue little digs at WWE on air, are the crowd cutaways overdone, how has Full Gear hype been so far, and more on AEW. Then they shift to analysis of Smackdown on Fox so far including Tyson Fury and Cain Velasquez, and finally a preview of WWE Crown Jewel. Then of course keep listening for the Cody Media Q&A followed by some analysis of it by Wade.
Then Cody’s media Q&A conference from earlier this month on the eve of Dynamite’s debut and Keller’s thoughts on a key statement he made about what AEW Dynamite’s strength and focus would be.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-22-2019) with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast, they answer questions from listeners on a variety of topics including the state of Raw post-draft, Darby Allin’s push, the Rusev-Lana-Bobby Lashley storyline, are AEW wrestlers shortening their careers by going too hardcore, comparing the four shows’ new announcer line-ups, will AEW’s early shortcomings turn off their fans, a look at potential of WWE and AEW tag team divisions, Smackdown on Fox, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Comparing the fast-rising stars of WWE who had a brief stare down on Raw that popped the crowd - Bron Breakker and Jacob Fatu - including comparing their likely place in WWE in coming years.
* Thoughts on the Bron Breakker vs. Jey Uso IC Title main event on Raw including the Bloodline involvement.
* The Kevin Owens-Cody Rhodes dynamic including how Owens shines in storylines like this.
* Politics in pro wrestling these days with Hulk Hogan on Fox News in recent days and Undertaker & Kane talking about Batista who has been outspoken against Donald Trump.
* WWE bringing NXT to the former ECW Arena on a Wednesday night and thoughts on whether NXT could come close to or even beat Dynamite that night in viewership.
* Jon Moxley's first week as AEW Champion and trying to figure out where they're going with his new character, with comparisons to Kevin Owens in that some of what he says would seem to resonate as reasonable and just with some viewers.
* Athena celebrating her record-length ROH Title reign off of AEW TV while Chris Jericho battles for the other main ROH Title on Dynamite.
* The expected return of Kenny Omega and what he might contribute in this new post-heath-scare chapter of his AEW run with a changed landscape around him on the roster.
* WWE's white-glove treatment of the Crown Jewel Title belt.
* The departure of Samantha Irvin and thoughts on ring announcers' role in general.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-21-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller took live phone calls on the hot topics of the week while Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net is away including Monday's Raw, whether Kenta/Hideo Itami would succeed on the main roster, WWE Network biz, New Japan compared to WWE, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-17-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Rob Van Dam, a first-time Livecast guest, who presents fascinating insights, memories, and opinions spanning his entire career in ECW, WCW, WWE, plus opinions on Punk's disappearance, Undertaker's Streak ending, the prospects of Rollins and Ambrose in ECW and as future stars, PPV payoffs in the Network era, and more. Live callers and email questions sprinkled in. The VIP Aftershow portion begins around 90 minutes.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-17-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin with Todd’s review of AEW Dynamite including his agreements and disagreements regarding early criticism of show, NXT on USA review, thoughts on the viewership trends so far, WWE Draft reaction, reviews of Raw and Smackdown including latest with Seth Rollins and The Fiend, Impact Bound for Glory PPV preview, Stardom news, NJPW review, and UFC review and preview, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The Cody Rhodes-Gunther match at Crown Jewel and expectations for match quality and the finish.
* Jon Moxley's AEW World Title win, his list of potential opponents, and whether he'll be a long-term champion.
* Bryan Danielson's loss, his future, his health, his career.
* AEW's TV deal and what it does and doesn't indicate.
* Joe Koff's role in pro wrestling via ROH executive.
* Joe Hendry's upside.
* The Outrunners.
* Cody or C.M. Punk as a better booker.
* And more.
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In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-15-2019), Wade was joined by Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcast and WWE Kickoff shows. They discussed the lay of the land after the WWE Draft including the babyface and heel depth charts for both Raw and Smackdown, potential World Title level match-ups for both rosters as now assembled, where the Universal Title and WWE Title might be headed between now and WrestleMania, who are some candidates to benefit from the new alignment, a look at the Tag Team Division and Women’s Division, and some key names left undrafted.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-14-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's WWE Raw including glaring absence of World Champ Brock Lesnar, Hell in a Cell developments, Rusev vs. Big Show, the shift away from dumb comedy, more Hall of Fame talk, TNA Bound for Glory, and much more including emails questions and live callers.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-10-2014), Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team member (2011-2012) Matt McCarthy discussing why NXT is his favorite wrestling show, Brock Lesnar's future, how to push Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins, insights from days in WWE, does Vince McMahon even like pro wrestling, and more.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Oct. 9, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks and PWTorch All-Star Panelist Jim Valley discussing the week in pro wrestling including 15 Years of Smackdown, is Rock vs. Triple H at WrestleMania 31 in the cards, the future of TNA, Total Divas, credit to Seth Rollins, Edge's unlikely climb to main events and whether he belongs in the Observer Hall of Fame. and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV Preview Roundtable episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by PWTorch's Eric Krol and wrestling reporter Stephanie Chase with a match-by-match preview with predictions and analysis of the build to each match and a look at possible surprises and a big picture discussion about this event's place within AEW.Then around the two hour mark, we shift to the full Tony Khan Media Q&A from earlier today discussing WrestleDream and other AEW matters with reporters.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Wednesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They discuss these topics:
* AEW Dynamite getting crushed on Tuesday in a different timeslot opposite of NXT on The CW
* A review of AEW Dynamite featuring the final hype for WrestleDream, a Don Callis-Will Ospreay segment, Darby's promo with Brodie King, Daniel Garcia announcing he's staying in AEW, and more
* A review of NXT's second show on The CW featuring Randy Orton
* A preview of WrestleDream with predictions for each
match
* Quick reviews of AEW Rampage and Collision
* A preview of New Japan's King of Pro Wrestling
* A review of WWE Smackdown from last Friday including final build for Bad Blood
* A review of WWE Raw including thoughts on the two hour format adjustments, C.M. Punk's promo, Xavier Woods losing quickly to Jey Uso, and Gunther retaining against Sami Zayn
* A review of UFC 317
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-10-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost PWTorch Newsletter senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss the AEW and NXT second week ratings with predictions and then real-time reaction to the ratings when they came in. They also talk about the content on both NXT and AEW including a look at Chris Jericho’s promo, the WWE Raw reaction to the Hell in a Cell controversy, the debut of NWA Power, last week’s Friday Night Smackdown debut on Fox, and much more about an incredible seven day period in the pro wrestling business.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-8-2019) with cohost Greg Parks, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast’s Sunday show, “Wrestling Night in America.” They answered questions from listeners on a wild “Premiere Week” including a controversial Brock Lesnar-Kofi Kingston quick finish, a rejected Hell in a Cell Fiend vs. Seth Rollins finish and where this leaves Seth and Fiend going forward, the highs and lows of AEW’s debut, NXT’s counter-programming, the set-up and hype for the WWE Draft later this week, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-7-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss the previous night's Raw, Raw's ratings collapse, how to start fixing Raw, Kathie Lee & Hoada, is Triple H part of the problem, is Sting a Hall of Famer, and more including emails questions and live callers. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Chris Jericho's self-boasting lately, trying to figure out Triple H, plus has Raw really hit rock bottom in ratings or can it get worse, TNA Bound for Glory, Michael Elgin-ROH, Wyatt Family vignettes, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-26-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Eddie Sharkey, a trainer of Road Warriors, Rick Rude, Jesse Ventura, and many others. Also a longtime AWA wrestler and indy promoter including shows featuring early-career matches with Jerry Lynn and Sean Waltman ("Lightning Kid," "1-2-3 Kid"). He shares stories from his decades in the industry.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Oct. 2, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell with live callers. Topics discussed with live callers included...
* The big picture of the state and future of WWE & TNA
* Why NXT seems to be better written than Raw
* Much more
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-3-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discussed AEW vs. NXT first week ratings, comparing two shows on a number of levels, which roster is stronger, WWE’s statement about AEW, previewing Smackdown on Fox and what the Brock Lesnar-Rey Mysterio angle might be leading to, Lana-Bobby Lashley, announcing changes, Miz TV with Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-2-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents his nearly two-and-a-half hour interview from five years ago with Tony Khan on the eve of the first-ever episode of AEW Dynamite. This is the second half; the first half was posted earlier this week.
PART TWO
* What translates today from the Attitude Era? What doesn’t?
* What are his influences from watching wrestling over the decades?
* Is he nervous about the debut show on Wednesday?
* Will all top execs eventually move to the same city and work at same HQs?
* What does AEW mean by “authenticity” and the sports-like feel?
* What mistakes have they already made and what are his areas marked for improvement?
* Will AEW target all demographics or primarily focus on one core group?
* How will AEW be more “wrestler-friendly” both creatively and regarding lifestyle?
* And much much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Extension discussion on the Vince McMahon documentary on Netflix including the portrayal of McMahon's relationship with Shane and Stephanie, what topics were missing or glossed over that belonged in the documentary, and much more.
* AEW's late announcement of the 5th Anniversary Dynamite featuring Bryan Danielson vs. Kazuchika Okada with special stips.
* The fallout of WWE's departure from Fox and how Fox contrasts viewership for replacement content with what WWE was drawing.
* Jey Uso's big IC Title celebration.
* Swerve Strickland's comments about WWE and comparing himself to black quarterbacks.
* The set-up for Gunther vs. Sami Zayn.
* The Last Monster Standing match living up to expectations.
* A preview of Bad Blood.
* And more sprinkled throughout.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-20-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents his nearly two-and-a-half hour interview from five years ago with Tony Khan on the eve of the first-ever episode of AEW Dynamite. This is the first half and the second half will be posted Wednesday night this week.PART ONE:
* The launch of AEW Dynamite the next night
* WWE/NXT competition
* What defines success
* International TV controversy
* Booking process and philosophy
* Kenny Omega’s presentation
* Future of house shows and PPVs
* Social media presentation of wrestlers and staying in character
PART TWO (posted later this week):
* What translates today from the Attitude Era? What doesn’t?
* What are his influences from watching wrestling over the decades?
* Is he nervous about the debut show on Wednesday?
* Will all top execs eventually move to the same city and work at same HQs?
* What does AEW mean by “authenticity” and the sports-like feel?
* What mistakes have they already made and what are his areas marked for improvement?
* Will AEW target all demographics or primarily focus on one core group?
* How will AEW be more “wrestler-friendly” both creatively and regarding lifestyle?
* And much much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-30-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss the previous night's Raw, Hell in a Cell not taking shape, green slime and gators, will Triple H be any better than Vince McMahon, Total Divas vs. Raw, flag controversy, and much more.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Sept. 26, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell with live callers. Topics discussed with live callers included...
* Brock Lesnar's lost aura
* How $9.99 price point for WWE Network was backfiring
* Potential NXT call-ups
* Summerslam buys
* And much more
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-25-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco) covering a wide array of topics with live callers and emails. Subjects included: What's gone wrong with WWE lately, is Hideo Itami/Kenta doomed, pros and cons of Reigns's push, first-hand comparisons between being ECW and WWE wrestler, language barrier between wrestlers in ring, Ryback, Lesnar's conditioning, is Sami Zayn too much like Daniel Bryan, and much more. The VIP Aftershow started around the 85 minute mark.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-26-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP Analyst from “The Fix” podcast. They discuss the latest episodes of NXT on USA, WWE’s announcing changes, AEW Plus TV reaction, Raw, and Smackdown, plus a preview this Friday’s ROH Death Before Dishonor PPV, an assessment of the importance of Impact’s new Tuesday AXS timeslot, the latest on New Japan, UFC, and Bellator, plus a few scattered other random topics.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* What to expect and not expect from the Netflix docu-series on Vince McMahon, what to make of Vince's statement yesterday cautioning viewers about it presenting things out of context, and Janel Grant's attorney's media Q&A last week.
* Thoughts on Mick Foley and others have talked about Vince McMahon since the sexual trafficking allegations went public and a civil suit was filed along with news of an ongoing Federal investigation into the matter
* Analysis of the pros and cons of the Roman Reigns-Cody Rhodes cinematic segment at the Georgia Tech football stadium and whether there is risk the grandiosity and ostentatiousness of the presentation of both wrestlers could backfire in unintended ways.
* A look at the choppy build for AEW Grand Slam including thoughts on Nigel McGuiness's promo on Collision over the weekend and the ambiguity over Grand Slam being a two-evening presentation on Wednesday and Saturday this week.
* A look at the WWE Bad Blood line-up so far including which match could go on last, should Gunther vs. Sami Zayn be added or is it better saved for another setting, and is everyone including Drew McIntyre and C.M. Punk ready to move on from their feud. What is next for each of them?
* Thoughts on the latest reporting and overall journey with the AEW-WBD apparent pending announcement of TV deal extension.
* Plus some talk about the red-hot surprise of the NFL season so far, the Minnesota Vikings
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-23-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss last night's Raw with a focus on the shift from Roman Reigns to Dean Ambrose, Cena's under-reaction to losing chance to beat Lesnar, praise for Seth Rollins, the latest Nikki-Brie stuff, would it be good for NXT to become a new WCW, and more including lots of live callers and emails in the VIP Aftershow portion. The VIP Aftershow begins at the 77 minute mark.
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In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Sept. 18, 2014 episode of "James Caldwell Talks Wrestling." Topics discussed with live callers included:
* WWE Night of Champions predictions
* TNA Impact ratings
* Should WWE introduce a Network Title
* Should Roman Reigns's big victory come at WM32 (or Summerslam 2015) instead of WM31 to take the pressure off
* And much more
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-20-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Friday with three distinct segments with Triple H, Nick “Eugene” Dinsmore, and Beth Phoenix.
-The first segment features Triple H’s media conference call after NXT’s debut on USA Network. He talked about the thought process that went into what to feature on the USA Network debut, Vince McMahon’s involvement and reaction, whether the Full Sail venue is sufficient in the long-run for a national cable show setting, how the show was structured differently because of the split between USA and WWE Network, whether NXT is still developmental, utilizing cruiserweight on the show, and more.
-Then comes an interview Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell conducted on July 26, 2019 which has never been heard before with Nick “Eugene” Dinsmore which was recorded in front of a live audience at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Weekend events in Waterloo, Iowa. at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. In this interview, he discusses a wide range of fascinating topics including being the initial trainer of some of the top stars of the last 20 years including great stories on early John Cena, Brock Lesnar, Batista, and The Rock. Did Cena come across as a future star right away? Was Lesnar a nice guy and hard worker early? What did he think when he would look at The Rock? What separates the top class of success stories from those who didn’t end up making it from that same class in OVW? He also talks about ribs he played on Matt Striker, what lessons did he learn that he conveys to his students, the controversial aspects of the Eugene character and how it originated and was received, and more
.-Then comes a panel discussion from July 27, 2019 which was recorded in front of a live audience at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Weekend events in Waterloo, Iowa. at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center which featured Gerald Brisco, Beth Phoenix, Bob Roop, Baron Von Racshke, and Thunderbolt Patterson. This snippet features Gerald Brisco talking at first about teaming with his brother and feuding with The Funks and Jay Youngblood & Rick Steamboat, then Beth Phoenix speaking about the transition from the Divas ear and her thought on women main eventing WrestleMania, who she thinks are top emerging stars today (outside of WWE), and her desire to see a culture in pro wrestling where kids can see a little bit of themselves in the product no matter their race, background, orientation, or otherwise. In the end, Baron Von Raschke sneaks in a joke about playing his imaginary sister Big Bertha on the air.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-19-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Johnny Fairplay, a former personal assistant to Roddy Piper, standout personality from CBS “Survivor,” former TNA manager, and current podcaster on “Survivor.” They discuss key topics of the week and answer listener questions from the Mailbag including these topics: The NXT premiere on USA Network and what NXT’s prospects now are to compete with AEW, Kenny Omega’s stinging comments that NXT headliners are opening match wrestlers in AEW, the prospects for Kofi Kingston when he defends against Brock Lesnar on Smackdown on Oct. 4 on Fox, should WWE turn Brock Lesnar heel, is a heel Roman Reigns pro wrestling’s next difference-making breakout star, The Fiend challenging Seth Rollins at Hell in a Cell and how WWE can deliver a satisfying finish with so much at stake for both wrestlers, and a variety of other topics from the Mailbag such as whether WWE is doing too many copout finishes, is Full Sail atmosphere going to hold back NXT’s wrestlers seeming major league, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-18-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Chris DeJoseph, ex-WWE creative team member now exec producer of Mark Burnett's Lucha Underground debuting nationally Oct. 8 on El Rey Network starring John Morrison, plus WWE insider stories on John Cena's rise in mid-2000s, prospects of each Shield member, how to handle Cena-Lesnar on Sunday, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media. They discuss these topics:
* The latest on AEW's imminent new TV deal with WBD and ramifications of possible changes
* The return of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event on NBC quarterly specials including first date announced
* TNA Victory Road including JBL, Nic Nemeth, crowd size, more
* The state of The Bloodline and The Wyatt Sicks
* The Grand Slam line-up and the build for Jon Moxley-Darby Allin and Bryan Danielson-Nigel McGuinness
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-16-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the previous night's Raw with a focus on concern over whether Roman Reign was getting over like he should, the odd show formatting, Paul Heyman-John Cena, Dixie Carter's new interview on TNA's future, and more with live calls and email questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-13-2019), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy with a focus primarily on previewing the WWE Clash of Champions PPV line-up, with an examination and critique of the storylines building up the matches. Matt also goes behind the scenes to how Vince McMahon operates when it comes to developing, augmenting, and stubbornly sticking to certain storylines. They also answer Mailbag questions and look ahead to the AEW vs. NXT battle and the Impact Wrestling news. With Matt, we go to fun places including references and analogies to “Watchmen,” “The Simpsons,” “Breaking Bad,” Nicolas Cage, and Dave Chappell.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-11-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Matt Sydal (a/k/a Evan Bourne) who previewed his newly announced A.J. Styles match this month for ROH, stories from WWE, why he feels renewed, backstory on Randy Orton and Shooting Star Press, live callers and email topics, and much more.
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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-12-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast and ProWrestling.net. They discuss key topics of the week and answer listener questions from the Mailbag including these topics: The Kevin Owens angle at the end of Smackdown where Shane McMahon fired him, Cody challenging Chris Jericho at Full Gear, Impact’s future after the AXS TV acquisition, ROH’s future, the real Little Engine that Could in pro wrestling right now, NXT’s chances of being independent from Vince McMahon, the marketing of Kenny Omega so far, can AEW really sell $50 PPVs in a $10 streaming era, the NXT roster’s readiness for two hours live weekly, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* The announcement that Raw is being scaled back to two hours the last three months of 2024 and whether that indicates the length will be different for Raw on Netflix.
* How WWE on Netflix could expand WWE's reach and create new highly engaged fans as Smackdown on Fox probably did.
* The Smackdown Era on Fox and thoughts on the final last Friday and the line-up this Friday on USA including Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa.
* Is Jade Cargill's star falling as quickly as Bron Breakier's is rising?
* Bret Hart's return to WWE TV and the great line from Gunther about Goldbert.
* AEW All Out and whether it was violent enough to turn off more fans than it attracts.
* Was it wise for Jon Moxley to turn heel to be an opponent for Bryan Danielson in an AEW World Title match.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-9-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss last night's Raw, Jericho-Bray, Jerry Springer, Brie's acting, latest assessment of Reigns's push, WWE Network, Michael Elgin-ROH relationship, and much more with live callers and email questions throughout.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Sunday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast which is part two of a three-and-a-half hour Sunday night episode of "Wrestling Night in America." Part one is available the PWTorch Dailycast feed (search "pwtorch" to subscribe for free) or right before this on the VIP feed.Wade is joined by PWTorch's Eric Krol and Chris Lansdell along with video callers to continue the conversation started in part one about the controversial decisions AEW made at All Out, whether the booking is counter-productive or a smart way to spark interest and differentiate itself from WWE and capture new viewers or cement passionate support from current viewers. They interact with a lively chat room throughout the show also.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-5-2019) with cohost Greg Parks from the PWTorch Dailycast’s “Wrestling Night in America” and PWTorch Newsletter. They cover many topics from listeners’ emails including the seeming end of the mentions of the Women’s Revolution, Kenny Omega’s losses, Vince McMahon potentially meddling in NXT, WWE at MSG, the cool factor AEW vs. WWE, The Fiend’s future and upside, is AEW losing money, is Cody becoming the Triple H of AEW or the Jeff Jarrett of TNA, King of the Ring predictions, and much more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-4-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They review in semi-chronological order last week's NXT TV show, NXT UK Takeover, New Japan Royal Quest, UFC's last event (plus a look ahead to next weekend's UFC PPV and a preview of Bellator's upcoming event), Raw, and Smackdown. The WWE talk includes analysis of the big week for Bayley and Sasha, the King of the Ring tournament outcomes, and most everything else. He also has a comment about the Adrian Street documentary on WWE Network. Plus, Wade's dog barks a lot this episode and Todd admits he says mean things to dogs sometimes and feels a little guilty about it.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-5-2014), Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE creative team member John Piermarini who explained what shouldn't be assumed about leaked Raw script, dealing with Steph backstage, how promos were actually written, planned, practiced, his thoughts on Roman Reigns's push so far and specifically could accelerate his growth as a character, how would Triple H run WWE differently creatively than Vince McMahon, what's missing from Brie-Nikki angle so far, and much more. It's a fascinating two hours of insights from someone with first-hand backstage knowledge and experiences in WWE.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-2-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the previous night's Raw, John Cena's comeback promo, Nikki-Brie segment's pros and cons, evaluating progress of Roman Reigns, TNA's future, weekly Global Force Wrestling update, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Joe Tessatore's Raw debut
* All In attendance
* Bash in Berlin follow-up by WWE including Drew McIntyre-C.M. Punk
* Did WWE doing business in London cause AEW to skip next year at Wembley?
* L.A. Knight's U.S. Title reign and should he face A.J. Styles?
* What is TNA getting out of the deal with WWE?
* MJF's character lately
* All Out line-up preview
* And more
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Today we flashback five years (8-30-2019) to a special AEW-focused edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Sean Radican, a PWTorch columnist and host of the VIP podcast Radican Worldwide. They march through each match on AEW’s All Out line-up, analyze the loss of Jon Moxley and the addition of Pac, present an overview of the roster including the pros and cons of Chris Jericho or Hangman Page winning the AEW Title on Saturday night, a look at AEW is in some ways going places ROH should have years ago, and more AEW topics.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-29-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Bruce Mitchell, the PWTorch senior columnist and host of the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show. They discuss key topics of the week and answer listener questions from the Mailbag. Topics include the Jon Moxley injury and the Pac replacement to face Kenny Omega, is Hangman Page ready to be a top six star for AEW, should WWE send reinforcements from Raw or Smackdown to add to NXT’s roster, how bad was the Roman Reigns whodunit mystery, should WWE be focused on stars of the past when advertising the Smackdown debut on Fox, some viewership predictions for AEW vs. NXT on the Wednesday Showdown, should NXT stay at Full Sail, what is the fate of 205 Live, and much more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-31-2014), Wade Keller interviews longtime wrestling announcer Mick Karch discussing these topics: What was working with Heyman like in the AWA in late-'80s? What was Jake Roberts like at an indy appearance Saturday? When did the AWA vintage era really end? What is the evolution of indy wrestling in the US? Who are some of the top prospects in Minnesota?
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They discuss these topics:
* Reminiscing about Sid Eudy
* Analyzing Bryan Danielson's promo on Dynamite and angle with Jack Perry
* Reviews of AEW Rampage, Collision, and Dynamite
* Expectations for the Vince McMahon documentary series on Netflix
* A review of NXT and a preview of NXT No Mercy
* A review of Smackdown and Raw
* A preview of Battle in Berlin
* A review of last week's UFC event
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-26-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the previous night's Raw, John Cena's comeback promo, Nikki-Brie segment's pros and cons, evaluating progress of Roman Reigns, TNA's future, weekly Global Force Wrestling update, and more.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-27-2019) with cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast, they answer questions from listeners on these topics:
* AEW touring
* How long before other companies close down
* Roman Reigns progress lately
* What’s end game of Wednesday War and what was end goal for WCW and WWE in Monday Night War
* Could Braun Strowman be Reigns culprit
* Will NXT wrestlers bumped from TV step up now
* And more
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-22-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the breaking news this week of NXT expanding to a live two hour weekly show on USA Network and cover it from a wide array of angles including how it’ll affect AEW, ROH, Impact, and more. They also look at the All Out line-up and what it says about their roster depth, and what wrestlers are out there to add depth to AEW’s current roster with a walk through the top potential signings from each promotion out there. Also, what former WWE wrestlers could contribute to AEW’s roster. Then they shift to some talk about the NWA and happenings in WWE on Raw and Smackdown this week and a look at the King of the Ring so far and predictions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-22-2014), Wade Keller interviews "Stone Cold" Steve Austin who provides his reaction to John Cena-Brock Lesnar, is Roman Reigns ready to be top guy, what is Dean Ambrose's upside, is he or Hulk Hogan the biggest star of the modern era, plus Kevin Steen, Daniel Bryan, Seth Rollins, Paul Heyman, Alberto Del Rio, A.J. Styles, and so much more with live calls and email questions. The first hour is from the PWTorch Livecast and the second hour is the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-13-2014), PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss with live callers and emailers last night's Raw in-depth, Summerslam fallout, who's next for Brock Lesnar, history, and much more. Plus, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more current events discussion including TNA's cable TV future.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special AEW PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They spend 45 minutes previewing the AEW All In PPV. After that, we present the full Tony Khan media Q&A including latest on TV deal, Ricky Starks, MJF, potential surprises at PPV, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* New Japan G1 results including what to take from Zack Sabre Jr. winning and the pros and cons of that choice, plus what other options were there including Takeshita.
* Hulk Hogan's latest misstep and whether this should be it for him in WWE.
* Is C.M. Punk struggling to gain traction as a character in WWE or is he in a solid place or is this all setting up a heel reinvention?
* The wristband journey with Punk the last few weeks.
* Other WWE topics including Bronson Reed, Braun Strowman, Jacob Fatu, Gunther-Randy Orton, Rhea Ripley-Dominik, New Day and Odyssey Jones, Wyatt Sicks, more.
* The tribute to Pat McAfee as he takes a mere break from WWE.
* A preview of AEW Dynamite.
NOTE: Later this week, we'll post the AEW All In preview with Wade and Rich along with the Tony Khan media Q&A.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-17-2014), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers and emailers WWE Summerslam right after it ended, including the Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena main event, Randy Orton vs. Roman Reigns, Stephanie McMahon vs. Brie Bella, Chris Jericho vs. Bray Wyatt, Seth Rollins vs. Dean Ambrose, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-14-2014), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers and emailers WWE Summerslam predictions and the WWE Title situation, breaking news on TNA changing nights of the week on Spike TV, New Japan's G1 Tournament, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-15-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast “The Fix with Todd Martin.” Todd covers the final stretch of the New Japan G1 Tournament and analyzes who came out of it with some shine and who lost some stature. Then they discuss NXT Takeover, the NXT TV show leading into Takeover, Raw and Smackdown coming out of Summerslam, and a look back at UFC’s weekend event and a look ahead to UFC 241 including Daniel Cormier vs. Stipe Miocic for the Heavyweight Title.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Rhea Ripley-Dominic Mysterio and all of The Judgement Day changes.
* The state of C.M. Punk in WWE in terms of top tier status and momentum.
* Jesse Ventura's resurfacing since Hulk Hogan spoke at the Republican National Convention and fellow Minnesota governor Tim Walz landed on the national stage, with context and background on Ventura when it comes to politics, Hogan rivalry, and his place in wrestling history.
* A look at the AEW Dynamite analysis with various discussions springing from the announced matches including the role of The Young Bucks, the Bryan Daneilson retirement stip confusion, Mercedes Mone as a heel, and more.
* Randy Orton-Gunther face-off.
* Jacob Fatu's mysterious injury and the state of the new Bloodline.
* Does WWE have just the right number of titles?
* Kevin Owens as the next challenger for Cody.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-15-2014), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy who offers insights on being backstage for the first Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena match at Extreme Rules, plus an in-depth Summerslam preview, analysis of angles leading up to Summerslam, thoughts on Roman Reigns’s push, what WrestleMania 31’s main event might look like, and many more backstage stories and insights.
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In a special Mailbag and PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-9-2019) guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They took an in-depth look at Summerslam’s line-up with match by match predictions and analysis of the hype and look at what’s next. They also weaved into the conversation related email questions from that week’s WKPWP Mailbag. They finished with some non-Summerslam topics from the Mailbag including the underrated 205 Live and its future and the live-Smackdown TV experience.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-12-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss the final Summerslam hype on Raw, John Cena hinting it's going to be a shoot on Sunday, Stephanie McMahon-Brie Bella getting even more off the tracks, Hulk Hogan birthday bash review, and much more including live callers and email questions in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-8-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed AEW’s sellout in D.C. for the TNT premier, latest predictions on their first TNT TV rating and our Twitter poll results on that topic, the stellar AEW Road to All Out videos with Tully Blanchard and Shawn Spears, the latest on New Japan’s G1 tournament, will Cody land as a clear babyface or heel eventually, a discussion on whether Seth Rollins is representing WWE well with his higher profile social media cheerleading, why WWE should be ashamed of the detail work this week regarding the 24/7 OBGYN skit and the Roman Reigns vehicular homicide attempt angle, plus a variety of other topics including ROH’s TV format change.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch's Kelly Wells. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to today's news on NXT's October debut episodes on The CW going on the road to major cities with two major main roster stars - Randy Orton and C.M. Punk
* Extended conversation on the NXT roster dynamic with the main WWE roster including Kelly's impression of call-up successes and failures, projecting the course of Bron Breaker
* The rise of Trick Williams
* A look at some of the surprising roster cuts and flameouts from NXT
* The state of the New Japan G1 through 11 nights, who has been a surprise, and where things appear to be headed
* Reflecting on Summerslam and trying to figure out why it's being overrated by so many fans
* Bronson Reed's upside
* And looking at Gov. Walz drawing attention to Minnesota today which led to discussion on frustrations with St. Paul being referred to as Minneapolis all too often in the national media
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-5-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss WWE Network hype on Raw, question whether WWE Network will air PPVs next year, Summerslam developments on Raw, disappointing turn in the Steph-Brie storyline, TNA's future, GFW announcements, and more including live callers and email questions.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-4-2014), Wade Keller interviews Shawn Hernandez, formerly of TNA from 2006 through 2014. He provides amazing insights into frustration with how TNA has operated over the last eight years, his odd and disheartening way of being released, backstage stories, and much more with live callers and emails in the mix.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-2-2019) with guest cohost Jonny Fairplay, one-time TNA on-air manager, long-time indy manager, one-time personal manager for the late Roddy Piper, former Survivor contestant, and host of the Survivor NSFW podcast, they answer questions on these topics:
* AEW’s Chris Jericho mystery partners
* Becky Lynch’s push
* The creation of wrestler names
* TNA-AEW comparison
* Storyline-wise why do wrestlers even want the 24/7 Title
* WWE G1-style tournament potential
* Perils of wrestling stats
* Current singles potential in AEW of Christopher Daniels
* Should AEW keep doing Meet & Greets or is that too small-time
* AEW belts
* Would a NJPW-AEW work for both groups
* Some talk of AEW head-to-head with NXT
* Up-and-coming lesser known wrestlers
* And more
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-1-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Greg Parks, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast “Wrestling Night in America” podcast every Sunday. Wade and Greg discuss AEW announcing a tag team match with mystery partners with Chris Jericho for their debut on TNT on Oct. 2, they analyze some of the top Summerslam developments on Raw and Smackdown this week, they examine whether C.M. Punk’s ESPN interview last week rules him out as signing with AEW and whether he’d be more valuable to AEW or WWE, thoughts on Al Snow’s new book, analysis of the New Japan G1 tournament through night 11, what we’ve learned about Jon Moxley in the G1 so far, the pros and cons of NXT airing on FS1 opposite of AEW on TNT, who would be prime opponents for Shawn Michaels if he wrestles several more times and could his next match be in NXT, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* AEW going too far with stupid fire threat finish to Blood & Guts and the controversial unprotected chairshot to the head
* AEW Collision residence in Arlington, Tex., week two, and whether the format is a sign Tony Khan is giving up on the brand or just resigning himself to the reality of the situation
* AEW Dynamite preview including Darby vs. Hangman Page, Lance Archer vs. Will Ospreay, and the latest with Mercedes Moné, Bryan Danielson, and Toni Storm/Mariah May
* Evaluating home stretch of Summerslam build including Liv Morgan-Rhea Ripley-Dominik story, C.M. Punk losing steam evidence in Seth Rollins-Drew McIntyre segment, Damien Priest-Gunther storyline success, and more.
* Will there be too many tainted finishes at Summerslam?
* Nick Nemeth's TNA World Title win and whether it's good or bad for the brand
* What to make of Joe Hendry
* G1 Tournament surprises so far
* Is ROH worth the effort to rebrand and what options actually are there?
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-29-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the Jesse Ventura defamation trial victory, the TNA-Spike situation, should Roman Reigns or Daniel Bryan headline WM31, should Taker return, WWE Network predictions, Raw reax, and more with a mix of live calls and emails. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-27-2019), Wade Keller and guest cohost Bruce Mitchell interviewed with Sgt. Slaughter. Sarge has not done many interviews before, and none of this length and scope and depth. It took place in front of a live audience on July 26, 2019 at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame event at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. In this interview, Slaughter walks through his career from the start, going territory to territory, and character to character, detailing the highlights of his time in each territory and some of the big names he crossed paths with, butted heads with, wrestled again, or shared road trips with including Vince McMahon Sr., Vince McMahon Jr., Pat Patterson, Bob Backlund, Verne Gagne, Wally Karbo, Dusty Rhodes, Hulk Hogan, Iron Sheik, and so many others. It’s one of those infrequent “must listen” interviews that the audience and hosts knew as it was happening was something special.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-25-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast “The Fix with Todd Martin.” Todd and Wade discuss C.M. Punk’s return to Starrcast and potential in AEW, Jon Moxley’s New Japan G1 performances so far, a detailed review of the WWE Raw Reunion, WWE’s decision to begin featuring Hulk Hogan again, plus NXT, UFC.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-25-2014), Wade Keller interviews Booker T for the second time. He discussed a wide array of topics including those presented by live callers and email questions.
* Touting his first Internet PPV on Sunday night broadcasting his Reality of Wrestling event being taped Saturday night with his trainees and special guest stars.
* The 2003 angle with Triple H
* His biggest regret of his professional career.
* The hot topic of racism in wrestling and how he's dealt with it over the years.
* His feelings on WWE Network from a variety of angles
* C.M. Punk's departure
* Roman Reigns's push
* The twist in Cody Rhodes's character.
* The new faction with Xavier & Kofi Kingston & Big E.
* And much more including the previously VIP Exclusive Aftershow.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* AEW's TV situation and Collision's new setting
* Summerslam's line-up and the match build so far
* AEW Dynamite preview including Blood & Guts
* Bobby Lashley's non-WWE future
* TNA Slammiversary
* Various Mailbag topics
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-22-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss last night's Raw, Lana controversy, Jesse Ventura trial, TNA Impact in New York City, SDW indy show headlined by Cabana vs. Pearce, Summerslam line-up, Kurt Angle's future, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-18-2014), special guest host Jim Valley interviewed TNA wrestler Brother Devon fresh off his TNA TV return on Thursday night, plus a discussion of his "Hope for a Single Mom" wrestling show in Florida, tons of TNA questions addressed. And in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Devon talks about his future in pro wrestling.
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-19-2019) with cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They discuss Shinsuke Nakamura’s new push, Luchasaurus & Jungle Boy & Marko Stunt, whether Roman Reigns is passionate enough about his job, is Corey Graves overexposed, is AEW going to hurt Impact, ROH, and other indies, Daniel Bryan’s announcement, shouldn’t WWE be judged as a TV show and not a sporting event, could Eric Bischoff talk Vince McMahon into a Reigns heel turn, and more.
* Shinsuke Nakamura’s new push
* Luchasaurus & Jungle Boy & Marko Stunt
* Whether Roman Reigns is passionate enough about his job
* Is Corey Graves overexposed, is AEW going to hurt Impact, ROH, and other indies
* Daniel Bryan’s announcement
* Shouldn’t WWE be judged as a TV show and not a sporting event
* Could Eric Bischoff talk Vince McMahon into a Reigns heel turn
* And more
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-18-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk AEW’s highs and lows so far, Brock Lesnar cashing in, NJPW G1 so far, Kevin Owens-Shane McMahon feud, Evolve’s anniversary special, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Is Summerslam turning into a deep ensemble-style show or is there a clear main event or two?
* Analysis of the build and speculation on the direction of key Summerslam matches including Wyatt Sicks, C.M. Punk-Drew McIntyre-Seth Rollins, Damien Priest-Gunther, Bron Breakker-Sami Zayn-Ilja Dragunov, and more.
* Cody Rhodes's interview with Chris Van Vliet where he revealed a gripe he has with the Young Bucks - does he have a point, did he stretch reality with his framing of his AEW journey, and more.
* The latest with Warner Media and how it could affect AEW going forward, including whether AEW is getting more essential to Warner but how it might not matter.
* WWE playing nice with other companies.
* AEW 250 attendance and the impressive line-up of top matches, but what it might reveal about a weakness of AEW compared to WWE these days.
* And more!
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-15-2014), guest host Bruce Mitchell was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw, the odd Paul Heyman absence from Cesaro match, Battleground hype, is Roman Reigns as bad of a friend as John Cena, what was up with all those Network plugs, and much more with live callers. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-12-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by cohost Greg Parks, a PWTorch columnist and host of Wrestling Night in America. They discuss these topics:
* Analysis of the build for WWE Extreme Rules with match order and match outcome predictions
* Analysis of AEW Fight for the Fallen with match predictions
* New Japan G1 from Dallas
* AEW viewership prediction for TNT debut
* And more!
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-11-2014), Wade Keller interviews Drew McIntyre (Andrew Galloway) over two hours including the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow portion featuring these topics:
* His take on being released last month by WWE
* What the next stage of his pro wrestling career is going to look like
* If he hopes to return to WWE, whether he thinks he did anything wrong to cause his release
* C.M. Punk's departure, Undertaker's locker room leadership
* Reaction to Taker's loss to Brock Lesnar
* What it was like wrestling Brock
* Daniel Bryan's push and what about him caught fire with fans last summer
* The strangest thing a fan has ever done to him
* His interaction with Vince McMahon
* His thoughts on the Chosen One gimmick and 3MB gimmick
And so much more with live caller and email questions are sprinkled in throughout.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-8-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw, which Shield member had improved the most, were signs pointing to Punk return, had WWE discarded Daniel Bryan from their plans, why was WWE calling John Cena greatest ever, and much more with live callers and then email questions in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-11-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Bruce Mitchell, the PWTorch senior columnist and host of the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show. They discuss these topics:
* WWE Extreme Rules hype and the fiasco that was the Cedric Alexander angle on Raw and the Undertaker & Roman tag team hype
* Why Bruce thinks the Eric Bischoff and Paul Heyman positions are a smokescreen
* The history of Vince McMahon Sr. having power over to his son and how it’s different now with Vincent K. McMahon
* A preview for AEW Fight for the Fallen and thoughts on WWE scheduling Evolve up against it
* Analysis of Chris Jericho’s latest career moves and his “open mic” being hyped by AEW for this Saturday night
* Initial thoughts on Trevor Lee’s debut as Cameron Grimes on NXT TV
* A review of the NJPW G1 special on AXS live from Dallas
* New Japan’s decision to go to the East Coast with three shows this fall
* Thoughts on intergender wrestling in general and Sami Callihan vs. Tessa Blanchard at Slammiversary in particular
* And more!
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-1-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to break down all the happenings on the previous night's WWE Raw plus react to Emma's arrest, Kurt Angle's new role, react to live World Cup action, take calls, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
* John Cena's ideal final opponent at WrestleMania and a list of other wrestlers he might face on tour
* MJF's heel turn and subsequent noteworthy promo on Collision including whether it got too lost in the weeds of star ratings vs. TV ratings instead of legacy-building and power-grabbing through winning matches
* "Hangman" Page's return
* The C.M. Punk-Seth Rollins exchange
* Rhea Ripley-Dominik Mysterio
* Britt Baker-Mercedes Mone
* The Wyatt Sicks
* The WrestleMania Behind the Curtain documentary
* Ethan Page's win
* And much more
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In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-7-2019) with guest cohost Jonny Fairplay, one-time TNA on-air manager, long-time indy manager, one-time personal manager for the late Roddy Piper, former Survivor contestant, and host of the Survivor NSFW podcast, they answer questions on these topics:
* Why does Vince McMahon even have creative team if he overrides others?
* Is AEW getting the portrayal of women right so far? Who’s good fit for Aleister Black’s first feud?
* Why did Vince choose to go with Paul Heyman and Eric Bischoff as Executive Directors since both ultimately failed as promoters themselves?
* Will AEW realize the pre-shows have been counterproductive and a turnoff so far?
* Can AEW find the right blend of the different presentation tones within their early shows?
* Should AEW introduce a second single’s men’s title?
* How about Finn Balor or Shinsuke Nakamura joining A.J. Styles, Karl Anderson, and Luke Gallows?
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-4-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast “The Fix with Todd Martin.” Todd and Wade reviewed AEW Fyter Fest special event, the ROH Best in the World PPV, a review of the last two NXT TV episodes including the Io Shirai turn and the start of the Breakout Tournament, a preview of Impact Wrestling’s Slammiversary PPV event, New Japan’s latest events, analysis of Raw and Smackdown, Todd’s take on the Paul Heyman and Eric Bischoff news, plus a look back at UFC’s Fight Night and a preview of this weekend’s big UFC PPV including Jon Jones.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talk WWE Money in the Bank hype, Wyatt Sicks, AEW Forbidden Door fallout, Heyman attacked by Bloodline, and much more.
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In this week's Mailbag Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-28-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast to discuss the following topics:
* Eric Bischoff and Paul Heyman returning to power in WWE as Executive Directors of Smackdown and Raw.
* Seth Rollins going off on Twitter and what the strategy might be and analysis of whether it’s working.
* Two-out-of-Three falls matches
* Drew McIntyre’s push
* The Evolve vs. AEW battle next month
* Roman Reigns missing from Smackdown
* Is now the time to turn Roman Reigns heel
* Should AEW try to hire Vince McMahon to be a heel character on their show this fall
* And more
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-27-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed one-legged ex-WWE wrestler Zach Gowen and ex-Creative Team member Alex Greenfield discussing Money in the Bank favorites, SummerSlam and WrestleMania 31 speculation, backstage Vince McMahon stories, the original shocking plan for the Brock Lesnar-Zach Gowen angle, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a thorough preview of the entire AEW Forbidden Door PPV line-up with an evaluation of the hype and a match-by-match preview and predictions with an initial focus at the start on Swerve Strickland vs. Will Ospreay. Did AEW tip their hand on what the story of the outcome of that match will be? Did AEW do enough to sell this show to people on the fence? Should the IWGP Title match get short-changed or is there good reason to downplay it? Will the PPV buys total drop from the last two Forbidden Door events?
Then Tony Khan's hour-long media Q&A from Thursday afternoon including addressing the return of MJF, the possibility of Forbidden Door taking place in Japan last year, the latest on the next TV deal, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-27-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They discuss Seth Rollins’ Twitter strategy this week, a preview of AEW Fyter Fest and ROH Best in the World, predictions for AEW debut viewership on TNT, NXT’s Breakout Tournament prospects, the breaking news of the Evolve vs. AEW head-to-head battle in July, Kenny Omega’s sharp response to the Evolve schedule, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-24-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss ROH's Sunday night live PPV debut, Raw's hype for Money in the Bank, Bobby Lashley's TNA Title win, and more with live phone calls and VIP Aftershow emails.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Stephanie Chase from the Stephanie Chase YouTube Channel and Substack. They discuss these topics:
* Should Forbidden Door even be an annual event given the decline of New Japan Pro Wrestling? Is this year's line-up essentially a one-match show in terms of big mainstream appeal to potential customers?
* Why is AEW viewership in decline when WWE's viewership is increasing? What are PWTorch readers saying is the reason they're watching less often or not at all anymore compared to past years?
* Should Swerve Strickland retain or should Will Ospreay unseat him as World Champion at Forbidden Door?
* Evaluating this week's follow-up on the Wyatt Sicks massacre last week, and is this even a concept of presentation that fits with today's WWE given how well other, more ground storylines are going?
* Just how compelling is the Drew McIntyre-C.M. Punk feud and is Punk aware of and endorsing how much his character resembles what critics say about him?
* Reaction to the latest Judgment Day developments including Liv's acting, Rey Mysterio predicting Dominik will be a World Champion some day, Dom's acting, and more.
* What is the course of the Raw-based World Hvt. Title this summer? Will Seth Rollins beat Damien Priest for the title? Will Priest lose to Gunther at Summerslam? What other paths are there?
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-20-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller conducted a two-and-a-half-hour-plus interview with Sean "X-Pac" Waltman. This is part two of two. Topics included his thoughts on his place in history with is controversial past, TNA's future and ring, does he watch back his own matches, Punk's silence, does Ruthless Aggression actually exist behind the scenes, what did he see in Reigns early on and what was he like behind the scenes, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-20-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller conducted a two-and-a-half-hour-plus interview with Sean "X-Pac" Waltman. This is part one of two. Topics included his WWE career and what he's up to these days, plus current events such as when John Cena might turn heel, reaction to Undertaker's streak ending, why Waltman was first to pitch Reigns as top prospect, reaction to C.M. Punk's silence, and much much more. Live callers and email questions are in the mix.
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Today we flash back five years (6-21-2019) to a PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the “Not Sam Wrestling Podcast” and a panelist on the WWE Kickoff Shows. They preview WWE Stomping Grounds. They discuss what’s at stake in each match, the pros and cons of outcomes, wide-ranging Baron Corbin special ref speculation, the viability of the roster split in this Wildcard Rules era, why 205 Live should be on your radar, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-17-2014), Travis Bryant filled in for Wade and was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to talk about Raw from the night before and other hot topics in the news including these topics: What has Roman Reigns done to earn being the Face of WWE, the Cody Rhodes & Goldust team, Legends House, Rusev and Lana, the TV future of TNA, ideas for Daniel Bryan matches in WWE, Kevin Hart on Raw, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Did Saturday's angle at Clash at the Castle effectively make a case for C.M. Punk being the heel and Drew McIntyre being the babyface in their feud? (This 12 minute segment that starts today's Flagship was also presented a "12 Minute Hot Take" on our YouTube Channel, so search "pwtorch" to watch that part of this podcast and subscribe to our channel.)
* The debut of the Wyatt Sicks led by Uncle Howdy who committed a massacre at Raw including in the Gorilla position.
* What did it mean that Chad Gable was beat down by the Wyatt Sicks.
* Seth Rollins returning and immediately being offered a WWE Hvt. Title match against Damien Priest and what it means for Gunther at Summerslam.
* Will Cody Rhodes get lost in the mix with so much happening on Raw lately? Who are lined up as possible Summerslam opponents for Cody?
* The surprising Women's Tag Team Title change at the Clash.
* The continued build for Will Osprey challenging Swerve Strickland and the difficult choice Tony Khan.
* The marketability of AEW Forbidden Door overall at this point with a weakened New Japan.
* The lack of strong heels in AEW to take on the deep babyface roster.
* Where MJF fits into everything.
* Chris Jericho's Learning Tree.
* The state of The Elite's power grab storyline.
* The Young Bucks-Acclaimed feud.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-11-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed John Arezzi of Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show discussing early ECW days, why he left wrestling in the mid-'90s, his diverse involvement in wrestling over the years, and much more with live callers and email questions.
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SHOW SUMMARY: In this Interview Classic episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-14-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Matt McCarthy, an ex-WWE Creative Team member.LIST OF TOPICS COVERED...
* As a professional stand-up comedian, he evaluates R-Truth's 24/7 Title reign and ideas for others with the 24/7 Title including Bob Backlund.
* What's not working for him with the Bray Wyatt's "Firefly Funhouse."
* The sloppy narrative structure of WWE including a story about a proposed "Kane Cam" that Vince liked.
* Vince's attitude toward the approach he takes when people push for changes internally.
* Vince's attitude toward writers pitching matches and the main rule he has for booking a match.
* A detail Triple H pays attention to when it comes to matches being announced on TV that Vince McMahon doesn't.
* His reaction to the Jon Moxley and Batista comments in recent weeks about the creative process, including his suggestions on how to change certain things but why certain aspects Batista and Mox took issue with are baked into the system for better or for worse.
* Examples with Chris Jericho trying to make the creative process work for them including a time he sat in with Jericho in
* Vince McMahon's office making his pitch to change things in his aborted feud with Randy Orton.
* How some creative writers get disengaged or demoralized and work within the system instead of fighting it.
* The choices AEW has to make with the tone of the product and if the undercard should match or contrast the main event storylines and tone.
* Whether AEW should start from scratch introducing characters or assume that fans either have knowledge or in this binge-watch era will research them on their own.
* Orange Cassidy's presentation on the indy scene and how it's changed.
* His thoughts on AEW Double or Nothing from attending live.
* Which wrestler he'd pluck from WWE and send to AEW.
* And more fascinating backstage insights from his time in WWE, great historical pop culture references that relate to pro wrestling, and more topics about the larger wrestling scene including his excitement for this fall when everything changes.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-13-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by cohost PWTorch Newsletter senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They compare short-term and long-term value of 34 year olds Drew McIntyre and Jon Moxley, evaluate the post-Ronda Rousey WWE Women’s Division, the implications of the AEW PPV buyrate and the growing signs of synergy with Warner Media, the latest Firefly Funhouse, WWE back to celebrating Saudi Arabia visits, Shane McMahon’s push and where it is leading, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
* A change in WWE locker room culture when it comes to locker room contract renewals, the change in the pace of re-signing wrestler, and how wrestlers are showing how aware they are of the money WWE is raking in these days.
* Clash at the Castle hype analysis and show predictions including extended discussions on Chad Gable, Otis, Sami Zayn, Cody Rhodes, Bianca Belair & Jade Cargill, and other key wrestlers on the card.
* A look at the choices Paul Levesque will make regarding booking decisions the rest of the summer and how unpredictable it appears to be.
* AEW Forbidden Door's line-up and whether it looks like it'll be a success.
* The tough call between Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay winning the AEW World Title match.
* The good and bad so far from MJF since his return.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-10-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss in-depth the follow-up to the breakup of The Shield, a better promo approach for Seth Rollins fresh off of his heel turn, possible Shield replacement members, how Daniel Bryan was cheated out of something most injured babyfaces get, MITB thoughts, and much more with live calls and emails from listeners.
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Today we flash back five years (6-7-2019) to a Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They answer mailbag questions on these topics: Ricochet and Aleister Black, NXT UK, Austin Aries-AEW, 24/7 Title, Fox debut championship picture, Jon Moxley interview talking points, Brock Lesnar bait and switch, WWE frustrations, pros and cons of various non-WWE alternative weekly TV shows, Bray Wyatt’s Firefly Funhouse, Kofi Kingston’s WWE Title future and an idea for Big E, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-6-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They preview WWE Super Showdown in Saudi Arabia, review NXT Takeover, speculate on the main roster potential for key NXT takes, discuss AEW potential signings, reaction to the Jon Moxley interview revelations, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosts a special Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Jon Moxley (f/k/a Dean Ambrose). This was Mox’s second long-form interview and the first he recorded since his AEW surprise debut last Saturday night at “AEW Double or Nothing” in Las Vegas. This was, by design, a follow-up to his first interview earlier that week with Chris Jericho on his podcast which has been the talk of the pro wrestling industry for several days, so we didn't cover the same territory but instead covering topics he didn’t get to with Jericho. This interview, conducted on May 29, lasts nearly two-and-a-half hours. This is the second half of that interview.LIST OF TOPICS COVERED…
* The story behind the videos he has produced on Twitter and the excitement he feels being an artist in control again and collaborating with colleagues…
* On people’s skepticism that “by the boys, for the boys” will never work in AEW because there’s too many cooks in the kitchen…
* Producers he really respected and liked in WWE…
* On his growing relationship with Cody behind the scenes on creative matters and how it contrasts to his WWE experience…
* His amazement that top writers on WWE don’t go insane working in that system…
* Details on his frustration with how The Shield return was handled Summerslam weekend last year and details on how it originally was supposed to play out and who derailed it at last second…
* Tons of details told for the first time ever, on his WrestleMania frustrations the year he wrestled Brock Lesnar…
* The awkward Stone Cold Podcast on WWE Network, finally explained in (agonizing) detail…
* Did he hesitate to sign another “corporate contract” with AEW so soon after being free from his WWE contact?…
* What the greatest moment of his career was so far…
* What did he think watching back at his entrance at Double or Nothing…
* His reluctance to dive head first into social media like most wrestlers…
* PPV payoff structure under the WWE Network and strong thoughts about WWE’s way of scheduling house shows in this era…
* Why he thinks WWE will soon have to start paying wrestlers more money, and it’s not (just) because of AEW as competition…
* And more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-6-2014), PWTorch editor interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team Member John Piermarini. They go in-depth with reaction to the Seth Rollins turn, Money in the Bank and Summerslam speculation, lots of backstage insights from his days on writing team, and much more with live callers and email questions.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Pat McAfee controversy
* The choice Tony Khan for the AEW World Title this summer with Swerve Strickland, Will Ospreay, and MJF, among others
* The possible paths the Raw-based WWE Hvt. Title could take this summer including Damien Priest, Drew McIntyre, C.M. Punk, and Gunther.
* The Liv Morgan-Dominik Mysterio story, it's lack of impact on Raw rating this week, and their respective futures
* Jey Uso's promo and Money in the Bank announcement
* The latest Solo Sikoa-Paul Heyman interactions
* TNA cutting some workers and trying to streamline
* Tanahashi's bullet point goals for changes in New Japan
* Tony Khan's response to Andrade's cryptic tweets
* Chad Gable getting serious and what his upside is and what his role should be with The Creed Brothers if that's next.
* Can Otis break off from Gable and become a featured singles wrestler?
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-3-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the pros and cons of the Seth Rollins heel turn, whether Roman Reigns was the best choice to push to top, and Money in the Bank possibilities with live callers.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-1-2014), PWTorch editor is joined by guest Jon Moxley (f/k/a Dean Ambrose). This is Mox’s second long-form interview and the first he recorded since his AEW surprise debut last Saturday night at “AEW Double or Nothing” in Las Vegas. This is by design a follow-up to his first interview earlier this week with Chris Jericho on his podcast which has been the talk of the pro wrestling industry for several days, so we’re not covering the same territory but instead covering topics he didn’t get to with Jericho. This interview, conducted on May 29, lasts nearly two-and-a-half hours. This is the first half of the interview and the second half will drop on Sunday afternoon or evening on this feed. Topics covered here:
* How he feels about what he said on the Chris Jericho podcast and what his goal was in saying what he said…
* Why he thinks he’s starting fresh and can’t fail not chasing the fake carrot and brass ring…
* What he already loves about the creative freedom he has experienced in AEW…
* How fixable is the WWE creative process behind the scenes…
* Details on the hurdles WWE wrestlers have to jump through to get a promo onto TV…
* Why many wrestlers aren’t scared to get fired but how the writers are vulnerable to getting fired if a wrestler goes off script…
* Why WWE writers jobs shouldn’t exist…
* Why WWE wrestlers can’t find their own voice on promos in the current system…
* How his relationship with Vince McMahon changed over time and how he learned to work within the system to deal with Vince when needed…
* How group think reenforces Vince’s creative proclivities…
* An example of where he was wrong and Vince was right…
* What he thinks of Triple H as a possible replacement for Vince McMahon as head of creative…
* The scripting of the first Shield promo and his reaction to being handed words to read after all the thought they put into doing their own thing…
* Was he ever proud of the promos The Shield cut…
* Does he ever wonder what his path would have been if he was a solo wrestler and not part of the Shield in WWE?…
* The pre-Shield plans for his first WWE feud with Mick Foley and why he was so excited about it, but why it’s fortunate it didn’t happen…
* How Chris Jericho was a role model for him and gave him good advice on dealing with Vince McMahon…
* Do great matches get Vince excited? What does Vince care most about?…
* Has Vince changed over the years and over the decades?…
* His thoughts on the three hour format of Raw…
* How he feels about wrestlers who don’t even get utilized while other wrestlers get overused…
* His thoughts on the polarizing crowd reactions to Roman Reigns…
* Roman’s reaction to the sufferin succotash being scripted for him to say…
* How the locker room feels about Roman Reigns and why that doesn’t translate to on-air the same way…
* Riding in the car with Reigns collaborating on ideas for promos…
* Was there an end game he knew of regarding Nia Jax, and if the news getting out that he wasn’t renewing his WWE contract changed their plans…
* Advice he was given in his final months to avoid breaching his contract…
* The awkwardness of his wife on commentary when he was involved in the feud with Nia Jax…
* His theories on the big push he got in his final months with the big deal made of The Shield’s final run…
* Did it get awkward saying good bye to the crowd over and over, week after week…
* The emotions he felt saying goodbye to the Dean Ambrose character and The Shield gimmick…
* Does he plan to overhaul his ring style or presentation in AEW and New Japan compared to the Dean Ambrose character in WWE…
* Does he binge watch Netflix?…
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." They discuss these topics:
* Becky Lynch's last match in WWE in a while, it appears, and what her future could be in either WWE or AEW
* Thoughts on the latest in AEW's TV negotiations
* A look at the rebound in Dynamite ratings this week
* A look at the pre-PLE episode of WWE Smackdown
* A review of this week's Raw including Gunther's encouraging first segment as King, the Liv Morgan vs. Becky Lynch main event, the latest with Chad Gable and Otis, and more.
* Reviews of AEW's pre-PPV episodes of Rampage and Collision
* Analysis of last night's AEW Dynamite including how the MJF return wasn't a focus, the TNT Title angle with The Elite, the Casino Gauntlet battle Royale with the surprise win by Will Ospreay, and what the timing of AEW events this summers indicates about Ospreay's AEW World Title prospects at Forbidden Door.
* UFC 302 preview
* They also react during the show to the Donald Trump guilty verdict that broke like during the taping of the episode.
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In this week's Mailbag Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-30-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Greg Parks, the host of the “Wrestling Night in America” PWTorch Dailycast and columnist for the PWTorch Newsletter. They answer a strong diverse mix of mailbag questions from all over the world on these topics: Jon Moxley on the Chris Jericho podcast, AEW’s potential effect on NXT, ROH, WWE, plus AEW Double or Nothing pre-show issues, AEW in UK, the Roman Problem, fan perception of WWE differing outside of the United States, the 24/7 Title serving a purpose, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-27-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw, final hype for the WWE Payback event, Daniel Bryan's situation, is Zeb overshadowing Swagger, Bo Dallas's debut, Alicia Fox, and more including live calls and emails questions.
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In this week’s 5 Years Ago Flashback episode (5-24-2019), Wade Keller was joined by Sam Roberts. They previewed the first AEW Double or Nothing including the price point and roster depth and mainstream buzz. They also discussed the new WWE 24/7 Title, NXT Takeover XXV line-up, the state of the WWE Women’s Division since WrestleMania, Super Showdown, Dolph Ziggler’s noteworthy return, and more.
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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-16-2014), PWTorch editor is joined by ex-WWE Creative Team Member Matt McCarthy who talks about being part of the build-up to WrestleMania 12, being backstage at the actual event, and being around for the big Brock Lesnar return afterward, plus Undertaker, Bryan, Punk, Network, Shield, and many more current events discussed with live calls and email questions including a VIP Exclusive Aftershow.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-20-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss that week's Raw, options if Daniel Bryan is stripped, what ROH should do next to take advantage of momentum, WWE stock's collapse, and much more with live callers and email questions in the VIP Aftershow.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-23-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss the importance of Double or Nothing to AEW’s future, the decline in Being the Elite viewership in the last year, the introduction of the 24/7 Title, Dolph Ziggler’s return, Super Showdown controversy and what WWE should do about it, and has Vince McMahon benefited more from luck of timing than most people point to when discussing his supposed business genius.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
* A preview of the entire WWE King & Queen of the Ring line-up with an evaluation of the tournaments so far and what the booking of outcomes and finishes has told us about the winners and the losers so far.
* A preview of AEW Double or Nothing along with thoughts on other AEW topics in the news.
* Mailbag topics are sprinkled in including Lyra Valkyria, the lack of big name wrestlers doing jobs in AEW, and the impact of NXT moving to The CW later this year.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-13-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Daniel Bryan's injury and the ramifications of it on WWE this summer, live calls on Raw, TNA, ROH, New Japan, Evolution, Bray's future, and more. And in the VIP Aftershow, discussion on Jeff Jarrett's GFW start-up, TNA's future, C.M. Punk being a savior, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-9-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin for a special Wildcard Edition including analysis of Raw and Smackdown, what the XFL TV deal means to its future, NXT TV including Kushida, NJPW’s Dontaku events the previous weekend, and the latest event analysis and previews from UFC and Bellator.
Today we flash back five years (5-17-2019) to a Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: Firefly Funhouse, Reigns overexposure already, AEW-TNT, WWE ratings, Mid-Card Storylines, MITB cash-in rules, Courting non-fans, jobbers, and more. Then a bonus podcast follows the Mailbag as we present “Alan 4L’s ProWres Paradise” with Alan Counihan, usually a VIP-exclusive weekly podcast covering the European, Japanese, and Mexican wrestling scenes. He is joined this week by Cubs Fan to discuss in-depth the career of the late Silver King who died during a match this past weekend. Then they talk Super Juniors and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-16-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk about the breaking news of TNT announcing that they have partnered with AEW to “begin airing weekly matches later this year,” what was learned, what can be parsed from the press release, and more about AEW’s prospects and the challenges they face. Also, the latest prospects for the XFL, the latest ratings news for WWE and Miz & Mrs, the Goldberg-Undertaker match, the Wildcard Rule so far, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a PWTorch columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America." They cover these topics:
* They start with a nearly one hour discussion on AEW with a focus on the Double or Nothing line-up so far.
* Is Swerve Strickland going to get a fair chance to be centerpiece babyface with emergence of new signing Will Ospreay making such a great impression so far.
* A look at the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring tournaments so far, looking ahead to pros and cons of various outcomes of remaining matches, and what early results indicate about WWE's priorities with wrestlers who have lost already.
* They preview the Queen & King of the Ring PPV line-up including discussion of what's going on with Becky Lynch and Logan Paul shining already as the next challenger to Cody Rhodes.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-9-2014), Wade Keller interviewed longtime WWF/WWF veteran "Hardcore" Bob Holly for two-and-a-half hours. He covered a wide array of topics including: How stiff is RVD, how would he react to change in PPV bonus payoff structure, how would he improve Tough Enough, did he face Southern stereotypes in WWE, current TNA, top rope headbutt dangers, and much much more in this expansive interview with live callers and email topics.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), we present the third and final installment of a four hour interview with Jim Ross conducted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell. In this third and final installment, he gives his thoughts on the finish of Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar including a big teaser about a bombshell Shawn Michaels will reveal next week about that match, plus did he always know the finishes of matches ahead of time when he called them. Also, these other big topics are covered: Should WWE give wrestlers systematic time off, how should WWE handle the changing revenue stream with PPVs and WWE Network when it comes to wrestler payoffs, stories about dealing with wrestlers upset with pay, how he handled payroll for wrestlers when he was in charge, what big change he'd make in the structure of WWE, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-6-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Kane, Stephanie, Bryan, and Brie starring in a horror movie on Raw, all the fallout from Extreme Rules, looking ahead into the summer, and more including live calls and emails on the Livecast and VIP Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." They discuss these topics:
* The end of Gable Steveson in WWE
* Quick thoughts on WWE financials
* Review of last night's AEW Dynamite
* Review of New Japan's Dontaku events
* Thoughts on the state of TNA these days
* A review of this week's NXT TV show
* Comparing the quality of the shows and rosters between NXT and TNA Impact? Which show is better, more relevant, features the best talent, and other factors.
* A review of last week's WWE Smackdown including Paul Heyman's big reveal that he hasn't talked to Roman Reigns since WrestleMania
* A review of this week's WWE Raw including the start of the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring tournaments, plus C.M. Punk's worst WWE promo.
* Extended talk about what going on with fan reaction to Becky Lynch and if she can recapture the magic with the fans she had a few years ago, and historically how this type of thing happens.
* Ilja Dragonov's range of upside and downside
* A review of last weekend's UFC 301 PPV
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), we present part two of a four hour interview with Jim Ross conducted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell. He covers a wide range of topics including: Adjusting to life being away from WWE, the relief he felt leaving the WWE HQs for the first time, what he misses most, major health changes he made this year and why, why he believes he understands the business, the danger of wrestling promotions getting away from fundamentals, what bugs him about the "This is awesome!" chants by fans, what WWE alternative groups are getting wrong, what about ROH impresses him but what he really wishes was different, the art of wrestling announcing, his view on the push of Daniel Bryan, and much more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), we present part one of a four hour interview with Jim Ross conducted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell. He covers a wide range of topics including: Life after WWE including his new live Q&A shows at theaters, WWE Network discussion, Jerry Lawler's place in history as a wrestler, Chris Benoit's son getting into wrestling, does Chris Benoit belong in the WWE Hall of Fame, did he ever say no to a controversial angle or humiliating request, how does he feel about his role in presenting the impostor Undertaker and Razor Ramon, and many other topics with live callers throughout.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-29-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss last night's hype for Extreme Rules on Raw including Cena-Bray Wyatt hype, Flair's return to Raw, Bryan and Brie terrorized by Kane, WWE Network hype, and more regarding Raw. Also, TNA is discussed including Eric Young's title reign.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2019), Wade Keller interviews Court Bauer, current MLW promoter, ex-WWE Creative Team member, and Podcast Network leader discussing a wide array of topics including YouTube’s value to wrestlers and promoters, MLW’s ongoing expansion, WWE’s shrinking ratings and overall financial health, Vince McMahon, the XFL, AEW’s place in market, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-2-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Allen, a former WWE Creative Team member. They talk about WWE’s p.r. challenges with their announced return to Saudi Arabia, how Vince McMahon might react to falling ratings, are falling ratings and Saudi Arabia trips related, could the Women’s Evolution be hurting WWE ratings, and more. Plus Mailbag topics on whether the MITB winner should choose to cash in at WrestleMania, should WWE overhaul their production crew and vision for presenting WWE, is Ricochet worse off after the Superstar Shake-up, and more.
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They cover these topics:
* Evaluating the format and presentation of the WWE Draft
* Looking at the post-draft Raw and Smackdown roster depths including top tier heels and babyfaces in both men's and women's divisions
* Tony Khan angle on Dynamite and his appearance NFL Draft weekend wearing a neck brace
* The Jack Perry presentation and whether key aspects of missing or even unfixable for both casual and ardent AEW fans
* Swerve Strickland's presentation as AEW World Champion so far
* A preview of WWE Backlash including match predictions
* Mailbag focused on various aspects of the WWE Draft presentation and whether it should continue on with this format or be changed
* Some Patrick Mahomes-Logan Paul talk
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview Jim Ross, who covered a wide range of topics such as life after WWE including his new live Q&A shows at theaters, WWE Network discussion, Chris Benoit’s son getting into wrestling, does Chris Benoit belong in the WWE Hall of Fame, did he ever say no to a controversial angle or humiliating request, how does he feel about his role in presenting the impostor Undertaker and Razor Ramon, and many other topics. This is the first installment of a three-part, four hour interview session.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-26-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: Ronda Rousey’s departure, Shayna Baszler’s progress, Triple H running WWE compared to Vince McMahon, Post-Shake-up NXT roster evaluated, Undertaker-Starrcast controversy, Shinsuke Nakamura, Smackdown rating, Robert Roode makeover, Roman Reigns-Kofi Kingston dynamic, A.J. Styles on Raw, AEW target demo and rating, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-25-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the New Bray Wyatt, AEW Double or Nothing, the lack of a reboot for Roman Reigns post-WM, sloppy Superstar Shake-up execution, Dustin Rhodes-Cody Rhodes build, MLW’s progress, YouTube viewership comparisons for AEW-MLW-Impact, Crockett Cup thoughts, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-22-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw including Daniel Bryan appearing while mourning death of his father, Ultimate Warrior Week on WWE Network, future of Cesaro-Paul Heyman-Brock Lesnar, why didn't anyone help Bryan, and much more including live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Becky Lynch's Women's Title win and whether she can win back cheers
* The AEW conundrum with Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay as worthy top babyface centerpiece stars
* Gunther's reaction to losing the Intercontinental Title
* Cameron Grimes's heart-tugging reaction to being released
* Drew McIntyre making an issue of Sheamus's weight
* Kenny Omega opening up about AEW and his future while streaming video game playing
* Chris Jericho's seeming spoof of C.M. Punk and whether Jericho can come back from the fan rejection of him these days
* Rich's reaction to attending Smackdown live with his son last Friday
* Nyla Rose situation with Oklahoma's stance on trans athletes
* And other notes on WWE touting their success, Ricky Starks's future, other WWE releases, and more
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-18-2019), Wade Keller interviews former ECW Champion Justin Credible and former MLW promoter and WWE creative team member Court Bauer discussing a wide range of topics including Ultimate Warrior stories, ROH's new PPV deal, Extreme Rules line-up, Daniel Bryan's prospects as champion, TNA's Eric Young decision, looking at WWE's WM30 PPV figures and Network subscriptions, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-19-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss these topics: The state of WWE’s women’s division post shake-up including Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch, Lacey Evans, Asuka & Kairi Sane with Page, plus 205 Live call-ups, how Reigns on SD affects Kofi, wrestling reporting changes over the decades, whether AEW should scoop up departing and disgruntled WWE wrestlers, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." They discuss these topics:
* New Japan's Windy City Riot including Jack Perry's "Scapegoat" character and Jon Moxley's IWGP Title win.
* Reviews of AEW Rampage, Collision, Battle of the Belts, and Dynamite including why Todd is so down on Collision right now, plus thoughts on final Dynasty hype
* A full preview of AEW Dynasty
* A review of NXT
* Reviews of WWE Smackdown and Raw including the big Bloodline angle.
* A review of UFC 300 including the incredible knockout.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-18-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix with Todd Martin & Wade Keller.” They talk in-depth about the Superstar Shake-up’s major moves and analyze the depth chart on Raw and Smackdown on the heel and babyface sides of the rosters. They also walk through Raw and Smackdown segment by segment, plus close with some UFC analysis after a couple stand-out fights last weekend.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-15-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to break down headlines coming out of Raw including Daniel Bryan's PPV positioning, return of Evolution, John Cena's odd promo, plus digesting WrestleMania butyrate info just released, and more with live callers. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, PWTorch All-Star Panelist Jim Valley replaces Powell as co-host to tackle email questions with a discussion about Undertaker's Streak at the end.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-11-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Rich Fann of “The Deep Dive with Rich Fann” PWTorch Dailycast and the PWTorch East Coast Cast VIP version. They talk in-depth about the first title feud options for Becky Lynch, Seth Rollins, Kofi Kingston. Also, Rich’s in-person WrestleMania Weekend highlights from MLW, NJPW-ROH, and more, plus NXT Call-up options and more.
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss:
* AEW's reported decision to air the C.M. Punk-Jack Perry scuffle footage from backstage at All In, what the footage actually shows, and what it says that AEW is apparently doing this
* WWE pushing so hard the New Era of WWE with Paul Levesque and Cody Rhodes and has the message landed and thus it's time to pull back or should they hold multiple parades for Cody
* WWE Draft and where the men's champs might end up and tweaks that could make it better than in past years
* What kind of World Hvt. Title reign is Damien Priest likely to have?
* Should we be worried about the pace of Jade Cargill's progress?
* Dustin Rhodes facing Samoa Joe to try to earn an AEW World Title match and should Dustin talk about Cody on AEW TV?
* The low viewership the last two weeks and the lack of impact Will Osprey, Okada, Mercedes Moné have had so far.
* Can AEW get out of the slump without Tony Khan looking at his booking approach? Has AEW lost the chance to be a true alternative to WWE now that WWE has improved so much?
* Billy Gunn's inexcusable beatdown of Jay White
* Reflecting on C.M. Punk's interview with Ariel Helwani last week
* Mailbag questions including will NXT be part of WWE Draft and who should go there, Mariah May, and more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-10-2014), Wade Keller interviews "Stone Cold" Steve Austin who gives his thoughts on WrestleMania 30, provides backstage perspective on Ultimate Warrior and Mr. T this weekend, reveals if his Hulk Hogan "Whoop Ass" line scripted, reaction to C.M. Punk's departure and Daniel Bryan's run, does he endorse Roman Reigns and Cesaro, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-8-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to talk about the huge post-WrestleMania 30 Raw with new NXT talent on way in, Paul Heyman's remarkable stellar promo, Daniel Bryan's title celebration, WWE Network subscriptions announcement, Jeff Jarrett's announcement of the GFW, and more.
In this week's Mailbag Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-5-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics: Why does Vince McMahon favor Raw over Smackdown so much headed into WrestleMania? Does Rousey-Becky-Charlotte angle with police differ in a key way from Beer Truck with Stone Cold? Should Kofi Kingston be handed Daniel Bryan’s hemp and wood title belt? What’s at stake for Roman Reigns at WrestleMania and how can he be hurt by booking and presentation? Should WrestleMania end with the big three singles title matches to keep crowd engaged in the last hour or so? British Bulldogs in the Hall of Fame? Could John Cena get involved on Sunday in a match? What’s upside and downside of Ronda Rousey leaving WM35 as dual champion? Does Kofi absolutely have to win based on the backstory of WWE and black wrestlers? Is there a pattern with WrestleMania 20, 25, 30, and perhaps 35?
Then yesterday's Media Q&A with AEW's Tony Khan fielding questions on C.M. Punk, recent roster cuts, ROH, and much more including a question from PWTorch's own Rich Fann.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-4-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: WrestleMania 35, John Oliver on HBO, Jim Ross-AEW, Superstar Shake-up, Ronda Rousey’s WWE legacy, XFL odds post-AAF, Batista, Triple H, and more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-4-2014), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE wrestler Zack Gowen, known best for having only one leg, but also notorious for how much he was despised by his WWE colleagues in the locker room in 2003. In this nearly two hour interview, he discusses his mistakes in 2003, the new documentary on his life including his rehab and recovery in recent years from drug addiction, and much more including early impressions of Brock Lesnar and John Cena in 2003, some Chris Benoit stories, backstage details on the Brock Lesnar attack angle that people remember to this day, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
* Analyze the match distribution between night 1 and night 2 and assess whether each is a WrestleMania-caliber stand-alone event.
* Match-by-match previews, predictions, evaluations of the hype, and a look at the ramifications. Also, thoughts on match quality potential.
* A thorough review of the new Bray Wyatt documentary on Peacock.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-1-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell along with PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell with a special WrestleMania-week Triple Threat edition dissecting last night's Raw with callers and email questions plus the merits of Ultimate Warrior as a Hall of Famer and more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (2-29-2019), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy. They discuss WrestleMania 35 Weekend, key matches at WrestleMania 35 including top matches to look forward to, a professional comedian’s take on the Braun Strowman vs. Colin Jost/Michael Che saga, the prospects of AEW and what their niche ought to be compared to WWE, some Titan Tower memories as WWE prepares to move its headquarters, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." They discuss these topics:
* Analysis of the Cody Rhodes-Roman Reigns face-to-face on Smackdown and Rock bloodying Cody on Raw.
* A full review of Smackdown and then Raw including the C.M. Punk-Drew McIntyre-Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch-Rhea Ripley segments.
* A rundown of NXT from Tuesday
* A reaction to AEW Dynamite having the lowest viewership ever in its normal timeslot when not opposite of NXT or on a holiday.
* Review of AEW Dynamite start to finish including Mercedes Moné's unimpressive color commentary.
* A review of UFC Fight Night and a look ahead to this weekend.
* A thorough review of a new Randy Savage biography including more than one credibility-killing instance.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (3-27-2014), Wade Keller interviews that year's new WWE Hall of Fame member Scott Hall discussing when he found out about the Hall of Fame, his recovery from addiction, and more. And then in part two, ex-WWE Creative Team member Chris DeJoseph joins the show with fascinating backstage insights on WrestleManias 21-26 plus WM30 and WM31 predictions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-27-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Cameron Hawkins of the PWTorch East Coast Cast. They cover these topics: The Kofi Kingston storyline headed into WrestleMania including this week’s developments, Charlotte’s surprise Smackdown Title win, the length of WrestleMania, The ROH/NJ G1 Supercard MSG final line-up, NXT Takeover New York, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-25-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They wonder what WWE has been thinking when it comes to Lesnar-Undertaker hype and take live calls and answer email questions on all WM30 hype.
Today we flash back five years (3-22-2019) to a Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell. They answer questions from listeners on these topics: Racist aspect of Kofi Kingston-Vince McMahon dynamic, if Becky Lynch had faced Ronda Rousey at Survivor Series would Charlotte be getting one-on-one against Ronda at WM, Walter-Pete Dunne at Takeover, is WrestleMania 35 line-up apathy deserved, are WWE storylines dragging on too long, and more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (3-21-2014), Wade Keller interviews former AWA and longtime indy announcer Mick Karch, who also ran the Nick Bockwinkel fan club and wrote a column for Pro Wrestling Torch in the late 1980s. Topics during this interview include the state of wrestling announcing and the key aspect that's missing in the modern era, the AWA's place in history, whether WrestleMania 30 stacks up to past WrestleManias, the late Billy Robinson's impact on the AWA to the conviction of Buck Zumhoff on sexual misconduct charges, Hulk Hogan's first top babyface run in the AWA, the AWA-WWF War in Minneapolis/St. Paul, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-20-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP podcast, “The Fix with Todd Martin.” They discuss Raw and Smackdown in-depth including the latest WrestleMania 35 developments, react to A.J. Styles re-upping with WWE, reaction to the big Johnny Gargano-Tomasso Ciampa angle on NXT TV last week and the follow-up to Ciampa’s injury regarding realigning Takeover New York, the disappointing ROH/NJPW G1 Supercard line-up taking shape, New Japan Cup update including the Will Ospreay push, the latest from Impact Wrestling including the Jonnny Impact turn and a rising star on the roster, and the latest UFC event review and preview, plus the T.J. Dillashaw news.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:AEW FOR THE FIRST HALF OF THE SHOW...
* Mercedes Moné's AEW debut, the weak first rating and what it means, the state of the AEW Women's Division
* Kazuchika Okada as a heel with The Young Bucks and whether it'd have been better for Will Ospreay to be a heel and Okada the face
* Preview of this week's Dynamite dissecting the Christian-Adam Copeland feud, the potential ramifications of the Chris Jericho vs. Hook match, and the rest of the announced line-up
WWE FOR THE SECOND HALF OF THE SHOW
* Cody Rhodes walks a line in his Raw promo that points toward lingering real-life tension with The Rock
* The Rock's impact on WWE ratings so far including surprising minute-by-minute details just in from Friday's Smackdown
* The WrestleMania main events and the key players involved including Drew McIntyre, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, Becky Lynch, and more
* Gunther's feud with Sami Zayn and the angle with Chad Gable
* Becky Lynch giving hints of possible turning on the fans because they turned on her
* More WWE stuff
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-18-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discussed big developments for WrestleMania 30 with Bryan added to potential title mix, Hulk Hogan and John Cena side by side, Undertaker-Paul Heyman promo, and more with a lot of callers plus email topics in the VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
Today we flash back five years (3-15-2019) to a Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They answer questions from listeners on these topics: Ronda Rousey’s heel turn, did Roman Reigns return too soon, does Kofi Kingston have to win at WM, A.J. Styles-Randy Orton, Triple H-Batista, Becky Lynch damaged in last month or two, Hall of Fame drama, who from WWE could host SNL, Hardys-Usos, Shane McMahon, and more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (3-14-2014), Wade Keller interviews Grantland's David Shoemaker featuring in-depth analysis of Daniel Bryan-Hunter angle on Raw, C.M. Punk effect in Chicago, Hulk Hogan/John Cena alliance, Brock Lesnar-Taker hype, and more with live caller questions and email questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-14-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net to discuss the week’s hot topics in pro wrestling including WrestleMania’s line-up depth and quality at this stage, a preview of the ROH 17th Anniversary PPV, AEW’s TV deal speculation including the pros and cons of streaming options and how the Turner/WarnerMedia changes could affect things, Jeff Jarrett and Jim Ross status changes with WWE, and more.r fame to discuss this week’s hot topics in pro wrestling including the fascinating Ronda Rousey-Becky Lynch Twitter war, King Kong Bundy, the Tomasso Ciampa injury, AEW’s latest YouTube numbers and TV prospects, Kevin Owens as a babyface, Samoa Joe’s U.S. Title win, The Shield reunion and Dean Ambrose’s future, Mojo Rawley, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They discuss these topics:
* The naming of Nick Khan, Brad Blum, and Stephanie McMahon as officers not sued as mentioned in the lawsuit against Vince McMahon.
* The potential impact and politics of Mercedes Monet in AEW.
* The first week of Okada in AEW as a full-time wrestler and some discussion of his reported salary and storyline direction.
* Bryan Danielson's comments about AEW's approach not needing any changes of significance and Tony Khan's comments about the booking team overall.
* The Rock & Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre stories on the Road to WrestleMania on Smackdown last week and Raw this week.
* John Cena's Oscars appearance and thoughts on his personality outside of WWE in movies, TV shows, and talk shows.
* Some praise for Batista's acting.
* The Becky Lynch-Rhea Ripley situation and the Gauntlet match on Raw to earn the IC Title match against Gunther.
* And more sprinkled in throughout.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-11-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discussed big developments for WrestleMania 30 with Bryan added to potential title mix, Hulk Hogan and John Cena side by side, Undertaker-Paul Heyman promo, and more with a lot of callers plus email topics in the VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
Today we flash back five years (3-8-2019) to a PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the “Not Sam Wrestling Podcast” and a panelist on the WWE Kickoff Shows. They previewed WWE Fastlane including the top four matches in-depth, plus an evaluation of every match on the announced line-up including the build-up for each match. They also predicted which match will go on last and look ahead a bit to WrestleMania.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." They discuss these topics:
* Review of AEW Rampage, AEW Collision, and AEW Dynamite including Todd's take on Okada aligning with The Young Bucks and where the AEW World Title situation seems to be heading
* Reviews of WWE Smackdown, WWE Raw, and NXT including an observation that Rock appears to be on the verge of being too old for his current act
* A review of the latest New Japan Cup
* A thorough review of Eric Bischoff's new book
* A review of UFC Fight Night last weekend and a strong endorsement of this weekend's UFC PPV event
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (3-7-2014), Wade Keller interviews former WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini who gives eyewitness backstage stories on the Bret-Shawn reconciliation in 2010, how did WWE handle Punk-Chicago and Taker-Lesnar on Monday, looking ahead with Bryan after WrestleMania 30, how should wrestles conduct themselves on social media and talk shows regarding protecting their character, and much more including calls and email questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-7-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jonny Fairplay of Survivor fame to discuss this week’s hot topics in pro wrestling including the fascinating Ronda Rousey-Becky Lynch Twitter war, King Kong Bundy, the Tomasso Ciampa injury, AEW’s latest YouTube numbers and TV prospects, Kevin Owens as a babyface, Samoa Joe’s U.S. Title win, The Shield reunion and Dean Ambrose’s future, Mojo Rawley, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-4-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discussed WWE's strategy to deal with C.M. Punk's absence in Chicago, Brock Lesnar-Undertaker hype, inconsistencies in Hunter/Steph on-air appearances, and much more with live callers and email questions including a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-28-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Todd Martin, the star of the weekly PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix." They discuss Roman Reigns's return, Batista's return, Kevin Owens' return, Ronda Rousey-Stephanie McMahon, Matt Riddle in NXT, NXT TV review, latest NJPW happenings and looking ahead at Jay White's upcoming top match-ups, plus a UFC preview.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-1-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell for a special Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. They answer questions from listeners on these topics: Kofi Kingston’s push, Kevin Owens’ return, Vince McMahon-Hunter power dynamic, Samoa Joe, should Roman Reigns change name and look, The Shield, Daniel Bryan losing on TV as champion, and more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-28-2014), Wade Keller interviews Matt Morgan who covers a lot of current events and WWE and TNA memories including why he retired, his thoughts on C.M. Punk-WWE, thoughts on future WWE stars including Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose, and Cesearo, plans for him and Hulk Hogan in TNA had he not left, and much more including live calls and email questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-25-2014), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell fills in for Wade Keller as host and is joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discuss with live callers yesterday's WWE Network launch, Raw, Powell's in-person Elimination Chamber thoughts, and much more. Plus, VIP Aftershow with Mailbag questions answered from VIP members.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
* Is it becoming more clear what Rock's role at WrestleMania will be? What options exist? What are the pros and cons of those options?
* Reflecting on the Elimination Chamber including whether WWE intentionally made the event more predictable and less news-worthy to avoid fans in North America resenting the time slot
* A preview of AEW Revolution including options for Sting's final match and the sustainability of this version of the Young Bucks
* The rapidly diminishing relevance of AEW Collision reflected in declining viewership.
* Is there any chance Cody Rhodes might lose the discipline he's shown in WWE compared to AEW and cause fans to turn on him?
* And more
Today we flash back five years (2-25-2019) to a Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk about the NXT wrestler appearances on Raw and Smackdown, Drew McIntyre’s push, Asuka’s push, the futures of Sheamus and Cesaro, a shortage of returning legacy stars for WrestleMania season, why is Smackdown typically better than Raw, Steve Austin possibly adding to Becky Lynch's act, letting fans “vote off” a match on a PPV line-up, and more.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-22-2019), Wade Keller interviews Rob Van Dam, a former top star with WWE, ECW, and WCW. In this interview, he talks about his new documentary “Headstrong” that came out this week. Topics include concussion issues and chairshots to the head, venturing into stand-up comedy, his future in pro wrestling, reading people’s energy, WWE wrestlers who want to leave but don’t for some reason, how he’d handle social media if it were around when he was just getting started, why there were zero pot references in his documentary, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-21-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss a wide range of topics including Kofi-Mania, AEW’s sellout and their thoughts on AEW’s rollout so far, WrestleMania 35 line-up options, NXT wrestlers on Raw & Smackdown and what it means and whether it was awful or terrible or actually okay, the state of ROH and Impact early in 2019, and more.WWE, sports, combat, ufc, mma, health, fitness, mens health, mens fitness, nutrition, pro wrestling, wrestling, sports entertainment, wrestlemania, martial arts, grappling, tv sports, ratings, tours, vacations, conventions, Christmas, Christmas Eve, halloween, thanksgiving, gifts
In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-21-2014), Wade Keller interviews Justin Credible who covers a lot of current events and ECW memories including his reaction to C.M. Punk's departure, Hulk Hogan's return to WWE, Elimination Chamber predictions, WrestleMania 30 scenarios, Daniel Bryan's push, Batista's flat return, ECW memories, does he regret any bumps/stunts in ECW, where does Jerry Lynn rank on list of best workers of the last 25 years, how might WWE Network affect his royalties from WWE, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
* The last week of WWE happenings with The Rock, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and Drew McIntyre
* Reaction to more key segments and matches on Smackdown and Raw.
* A preview the Elimination Chamber with predictions plus evaluating the line-up and hype
* Some talk about the latest WWE production innovations with AEW planning some changes next.
* Do the 2K24 wrestler scores belong on WWE TV
* Shotzi's injury and women's higher rate of injury in pro wrestling and sports in general
* AEW Dynamite preview
* Ice Cube talks AEW
* Jim Ross update
* Paul Roman speaks about Vince McMahon allegations on News Nation
* Rev Pro booker interview
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-15-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Jonny Fairplay of Survivor fame, TNA fame, and wrestling podcast fame to preview the Elimination Chamber PPV. They marched through Sunday’s event match by match, playing out scenarios for various winners in title matches including each wrestler or team in the Elimination Chambers, plus evaluate hype going into event.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-14-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost ex-WWE Creative Team member Jason Allen to discuss the Charlotte-Becky-Ronda-Vince drama this week, would WWE or AEW trade Seth and Kenny, can WWE heat up Seth Rollins vs. Brock Lesnar for WrestleMania, Mailbag questions, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-18-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net discuss the previous night's Raw, Elimination Chamber hype, WWE Network, WrestleMania 30, Cesaro's push, John Cena interviewed by Steve Austin on WWE Network, and more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Reviews of WWE Smackdown, Raw, and NXT
* Reviews of AEW Rampage, Collision, and Dynamite
* Review of New Japan's New Beginnings and a State of New Japan's Future Address
* Review of UFC Fight Night and preview of this weekend's UFC PPV and a big series of shows in a row leading to UFC 300
* A thorough review of Madusa's new autobiography including her time in the AWA with Paul Heyman, her journey to WCW and Japan and WWE including many blunt details of life as a woman in the pro wrestling industry
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-14-2014), Wade Keller interviews former TNA personality/Survivor contestant Jonny Fairplay featuring never-before-told stories on what went wrong in TNA ten years ago, Bobby Heenan's big compliment, CBS "Survivor" insights, does he have any regrets, his hope to return to wrestling, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-11-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss the first Raw since C.M. Punk's walkout, will Vince McMahon fly out to Chicago to talk Punk into returning, lame sounding WrestleMania 30 line-up and what are the odds of it changing, prospects of Sting signing with WWE and how to use him, and more with live calls and email questions. Plus, a half dozen Valentine's Day Fails from PWTorch Livecast listeners.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-8-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Rich Fann from the “Deep Dive with Rich Fann” weekly podcast on the PWTorch Dailycast line-up. They answered questions on these topics: Charlotte-Becky Lynch-Ronda Rousey at WrestleMania 35, Ronda Rousey-Becky Lynch social media battles, Kurt Angle and Jason Jordan, John Cena vs. Daniel Bryan prospects for WM, justifying Triple H’s multiple personalities on TV, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-7-2014), Wade Keller interviews former WWE Creative Team Member Court Bauer featuring his take on C.M. Punk's future with WWE, Daniel Bryan's push, prospective WrestleMania 30 line-ups, WWE Network chances, and more including live callers and email questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-4-2014), guest host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net discuss the first Raw since C.M. Punk's walkout, will Vince McMahon fly out to Chicago to talk Punk into returning, lame sounding WrestleMania 30 line-up and what are the odds of it changing, prospects of Sting signing with WWE and how to use him, and more with live calls and email questions.
In this week's Flagship episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the fan rebellion against The Rock and analyze why WWE is likely playing into it, how Cody Rhodes is dealing with it and evaluating his public comments and body language, and where Paul Heyman, Roman, Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre do or don't fit into the eventual WrestleMania world title main events. Could The Rock and Brian Gewirtz succeed in a powerplay to take out Paul Levesque? Also, Tony Khan's big announcement, a detailed preview of Dynamite, the AEW World Title situation, Sting's retirement match, The Young Bucks new characters, CMLL vs. Blackpool, Toni Storm, Chris Jericho, and more. Finally, some talk about the Vince McMahon sex trafficking lawsuit, how it affects Vince's legacy ultimately, and more on that situation.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-31-2014), Wade Keller interviews John Piermarini, a former WWE Creative Team Member (2009-2010), who gives his take on the C.M. Punk-WWE departure, Daniel Bryan fan support, WrestleMania 30 line-up, Batista's return, and more with live callers questions. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, John gives his take on the potential return of Brock Lesnar to UFC, will Bryan be better off because of last five months, is Batista's drawing power overrated, and more including email questions from VIP members.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-28-2014), guest host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net discuss with live callers and emailers the previous night's Raw, the ongoing Daniel Bryan saga, WrestleMania line-up, an interesting time for the pro wrestling industry, will angry WWE fans wait out WWE's booking after the controversial Royal Rumble 2014 outcome, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's and ProWrestling.net's Tony Donofrio to discuss the bombshell conclusion to Smackdown with The Rock showing up and Cody Rhodes announcing he is ceding his WrestleMania match against Roman Reigns to The Rock. Wade and Tony talk with callers primarily about the Cody-Reigns-Rock situation, pro and con. The conversation includes thoughts on whether The Rock is hurting his reputation by returning to WWE at a time of scandal with Vince McMahon. They also discuss Logan Paul, Bobby Lashley, and other topics from Smackdown including an on-site report on crowd reactions and some emails at the end.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This post-show ran nearly three hours, so it was broken into two installments so the file size wasn't enormous. As a result, part two is presented here. Part one was featured Friday night on our Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show "red logo" podcast feed.
In this week's second Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-1-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast for the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow. They speculate on what could be the top WrestleMania 35 matches, where WWE might be headed with Undertaker, Triple H, John Cena, Daniel Bryan, Brock Lesnar, Ronda Rousey, Drew McIntyre, The Rock, and more.
Then in the Mailbag session, they answer questions on whether WWE should take Dean Ambrose off road now, Asuka ignored on Smackdown after retaining her title, the growing length of WWE PPVs, Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan, Abyss in WWE, Finn Balor vs. Daniel Bryan potential, could Bayley have been a red-hot Stone Cold-style character like Becky Lynch, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America" and PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They discuss these topics:
* Greg's observations from attending the Rumble in person and comparing it to watching back the event on Peacock the next day including crowd reactions to C.M. Punk vs. Cody Rhodes
* C.M. Punk's injury ramifications and how it was handled on Raw, including Drew McIntyre's heel promo
* Is there actually any chance Cody chooses Seth Rollins instead of Roman Reigns?
* Gunther shining lately in all facets
* The WWE-Netflix deal and how it can reach a younger audience who don't have cable.
* What is AEW's identity in 2024?
* Could Samoa Joe be AEW World Champion for all or most of 2024? Should he be? How many compelling match-ups are there for him?
* Thoughts on Sting's retirement match and The Young Buck new characters?
* Kazuchika Okada's choice between AEW and WWE and the pros and cons of each option
* WWE's relationship with TNA
* The Vince McMahon lawsuit, can fans ever enjoy looking back at Vince's on-air character.
* Could Stephanie McMahon present a new fresh safe public leader for WWE or is the McMahon name too damaged?
* How badly did Paul Levesque mess up at the Rumble Q&A on Saturday night dealing with this scandal?
* And more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-31-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Dean Ambrose departing WWE and his potential in AEW and its impact on WWE locker room, the new look of ROH in 2019, and many other topics including Daniel Bryan, Ronda Rousey, A.J. Styles, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-24-2014), Wade Keller interviews "Hardcore" Bob Holly who expressed a passionate reaction to Daniel Bryan's poor push, provided insight into his Royal Rumble match against Lesnar ten years ago, shared his thoughts on Batista as a rookie, reacts to the state of Hardcore Wrestling today, and much more including live caller questions and email questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-24-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Bruce Mitchell from PWTorch. They presented their in-depth predictions on the men’s and women’s Royal Rumble matches, dark horses this year, pros and cons of various outcomes, the origination of the Royal Rumble, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Wednesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from PWTorch. They discuss these topics:
* Cody's comments to CBS Sports and fans off camera about his future
* Royal Rumble predictions
* Nic Nemeth transitions from Dolph Ziggler effectively in TNA
* AEW rankings returning
* Fox and NBC promote WWE during NFL games
* WWE 2K24 and AEW Fight Forever
* And more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from PWTorch. They discuss these topics:
* WWE's Raw deal with Netflix from tons of angles including impact on fans and wrestlers.
* Examining various scheduling options for Raw and Smackdown as they likely shift days of the week.
* Is today's Netflix announcement good news or bad news for AEW?
* The Rock joins TKO board and what it means and doesn't mean.
* And more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago this week (1-21-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the disappointing final hype for the Royal Rumble on Raw, critiquing Batista's attempts to dress like a cool high school kid, WM30 speculation, and much more including in-depth on the VIP Aftershow the latest on Jeff Jarrett's potential start-up and the prospects for it working out.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-17-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP Analyst from "The Fix" weekly podcast. They discuss the top talking points from Raw and Smackdown including the Jimmy Uso-Mandy Rose-Naomi hotel room segment, Finn Balor replacing Braun Strowman against Brock Lesnar and whether Balor fans should be hopeful for a win, John Cena’s endorsement of Balor, Ronda Rousey-Nikki Bella, and much more. Also, thoughts on the Nigel special on WWE Network, a review of NXT UK Takeover, NXT TV, and Impact’s debut on Pursuit, plus a preview of UFC’s event this weekend.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-18-2014), Wade Keller interviews A.J. Styles who tells all about his future, what went wrong in TNA negotiations, whether Magnus is ready to be top guy, thoughts on Hogan & Bischoff, TNA's missed opportunities, his favorite opponents so far and his dream opponents for the future, and so much. This interview spans his entire career from his decision to not sign with WWE Developmental 12 years ago to the odds he returns to TNA. This is another must-listen, newsmaking interview in our series of PWTorch Livecast "Interview Fridays."
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
* Potential Seth Rollins injury ramifications
* WrestleMania main event scenarios with Rhea Ripley, Roman Reigns, The Rock more
* AEW Battle of the Belts
* Chris Jericho avoiding crowd taunts
* Dolph Ziggler's prospects in TNA and New Japan
* Undisputed Kingdom faction
* Who from NXT will have big impact in 2024 on main roster?
* Can Jay White become a true top babyface for AEW?
* Cameron Grimes misuse
* Warner Bros. Discover press release on AEW ratings
* Discussion on the Von Erich movie
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago this week (1-14-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss Daniel Bryan's split with Wyatts, Ultimate Warrior's Hall of Fame worthiness, John Cena-Randy Orton hype, Brock Lesnar and Undertaker possible WrestleMania 30 opponents, and much more including live phone calls early in the show and email questions in the VIP Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* A review of AEW's week of TV including Rampage, Collision, Dynamite with expanded conversation about how AEW followed up on the Continental Classic on Collision with a bad habit and whether The Young Bucks are a good pick to be Sting's final opponent.
* A review of WWE's week of TV including Smackdown, Raw, and NXT including thoughts on C.M. Punk's presentation so far in WWE and The Bloodline's reaction to Rock's return.
* A preview of the weekend events being presented by New Japan, TNA, and UFC.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-10-2014), Wade Keller was joined by Jake "The Snake" Roberts who gave his thoughts on his return to WWE the previous Monday on Raw, which top wrestler he thinks he could help, a Royal Rumble update, latest on his sobriety, his relationship with Vince McMahon, old WWF, Mid-South, and Stampede memories, and much more including live phone calls and email questions.
Then in a bonus interview conducted by Pat McNeill, Joel Gertner from ECW talks about that weekend's Extreme Rising return, ECW stories, and more from the mailbag.
In this week's Mailbag Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-11-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They discuss these topics: AEW’s future, Tony Khan-Dixie Carter comparisons, Undertaker’s in-ring future, Hulk Hogan on Raw, Braun Strowman’s downward spiral, unscripted promos in WWE, Kushida’s future, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-10-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They discuss AEW Rally and the latest rumors and facts on their future, thoughts on the WWE Women’s Division headed into the Royal Rumble and beyond, Smackdown and Raw highs and lows, Impact Homecoming, Hulk Hogan’s return to Raw, the hype for the NXT call-ups, the continued WWE ratings woes, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-7-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the previous night's Old School Raw, the return of Jake Roberts, did Roman Reigns pass his latest big test, Daniel Bryan's debut as Wyatt member, and much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (1-4-2019), Wade Keller interviews Ken Resnick. Ken was Gene’s understudy in the AWA who eventually would replace him as the main interviewer when Gene left for the WWF. Resnick would later follow Okerlund to the WWF. Resnick talks about learning from Gene by observing him and receiving advice. He also talks about what it was like in the AWA when Okerlund left, and how Okerlund received Ken when he arrived in the WWF a few years later. Ken also tells what is known as The Vince McMahon Mustache Story.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and podcaster Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
* The Rock's return and prospects for Roman Reigns match
* How Rock affects C.M. Punk's and Cody Rhodes' WrestleMania journey
* Mercedes Monet/Sasha Banks as a free agent player in early 2024 and where she best fits in
* The Damien Priest tease of a Money in the Bank cash-in at the end of Seth Rollins vs. Drew McIntyre
* Samoa Joe as AEW Champion and what Tony Khan should focus on as he starts 2024
* Thoughts on the Von Erich movie, "The Iron Claw"
* And much more sprinkled in throughout the show
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-3-2014), Wade Keller was joined by ex-WWE Creative Team members Matt McCarthy and Andrew Goldstein and Justin Credible reviewing 2013 and looking ahead to 2014 including bold predictions, WM30 line-up options, 2013 busts, WWE Network thoughts, TNA's future, and more. This is part two of two and was originally VIP-exclusive.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-3-2014), Wade Keller was joined by ex-WWE Creative Team members Matt McCarthy and Andrew Goldstein and Justin Credible reviewing 2013 and looking ahead to 2014 including bold predictions, WM30 line-up options, 2013 busts, WWE Network thoughts, TNA's future, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-31-2013), PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell filled in for Wade Keller and was joined by former PWTorch columnist Mark Madden for a "Rockin' New Year's Eve" special. They discussed with live callers what more Daniel Bryan has to do to get in favor with WWE management, last night's Raw, the Rumble, radio and announcing stories, reality TV, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-3-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Greg Parks, a longtime PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of Wrestling Night in America. They present their respective Top Ten Stories of 2018 Lists and compare their similarities and differences, discussing in-depth each story and why it ranked as high as it did including these topics: Saudi Arabia, Fox TV deal, Ronda Rousey, All In & AEW, Roman Reigns cancer announcement, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago today (12-27-2013), Wade Keller interviews former WCW World Champion Diamond Dallas Page. In this interview DDP talks about the progress of DDP Yoga and new technologies he's working with, the backstage politics of WCW when he won Battle Bowl, the prospects and interest level he has had over the years in matches against Randy Orton or Undertaker at a WrestleMania, an update on the lives of former housemates Jake Roberts and Scott Hall, a review of Mick Foley's stand-up show, the difference between the WCW Power Plant during the 1990s and the new WWE Performance Center, the origins of the Diamond Cutter and what made it special compared to similar finishers, how he dealt with backstabbers in WCW during his rise, and more including live calls.
NOTE: Some of the language in this episode may be NSFW.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
* Preview AEW Worlds End
* Some changes in AEW's approach in 2024 that could amplify what they are doing well
* Examine the Continental Classic so far and what's still to come
* Look ahead of WWE's first shows of 2024
* Discuss the paths C.M. Punk and Cody Rhodes are on
* Some Minnesota Vikings talk also, of course!
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-21-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They begin with their predictions and choices for the four major singles matches (men’s & women’s) at WrestleMania 35, is Seth Rollins really a top top act after latest performances on mic and in the ring, are the McMahons going to be on TV every week now, did Smackdown really need changes, can Rusev have an important U.S. Title run, how about Jim Cornette and Paul Heyman taking control of Raw and Smackdown, Baron Corbin forgetting his lines on Raw this week, could Raw and Smackdown go back to original Raw format with squash matches, the stupidity of the TLC rumors, wrestlers assembling together on TV in front of authority figures in heel and face factions, could WWE have signaled real change by calling wrestlers “wrestlers” instead of the groan-inducing “Superstars” corporate-speak euphemism, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-20-2013), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Seth Mates who discusses in great depth and detail the original plans for the revamped World Hvt. Title in 2002, who was originally supposed to get the title, and how it ended up around the waist of Triple H, and what was supposed to happen then that didn't. Plus early Brock Lesnar stories and speculation on whether had he stuck around it would have affected John Cena's and Batista's pushes. Also, Michael Hayes, WrestleMania 30, the booking of Daniel Bryan, and so much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* A review of AEW's Rampage, Collision, and Dynamite from the last week including many Continental Classic Tournament matches.
* A review of WWE's Smackdown and Raw including the C.M. Punk-Seth Rollins exchange and the U.S. Title contendership tournament starting.
* A review of NXT Deadline and the follow-up NXT TV show on NXT.
* A review of UFC Fight Night and look ahead to this weekend's final event of the year.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-20-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They begin with a discussion on Vince McMahon’s “shake-up” and why so many are so let down by it, and then discuss the announced NXT call-ups, the ROH roster changes headed into 2019, and more current topics including Daniel Bryan, Becky Lynch, Ronda Rousey, WrestleMania, Brock Lesnar, and more.ll ROH Final Battle PPV line-up.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-17-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss WWE Raw from the night before including the Daniel Bryan vs. Randy Orton main event, the C.M. Punk-Shawn Michaels segment, the rise of tag teams, and A.J. Styles's future, plus an in-depth on the WWE Network and TV deals and how TNA could be affected.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-13-2013), Wade Keller interviews Sean "X-Pac" Waltman. This is part two of two. The following topics were covered in part two:
* An in-depth discussion on major WWE changes.
* How will wrestlers deal with PPV bonus changes?
* Scott Hall health update and DDP's role in helping wrestlers
* Stephanie McMahon and C.M. Punk being chummy in the ring after Raw.
* WrestleMania 30 line-up thoughts.
* Could New Japan make inroads into the U.S. market.
* A moving letter from a listener who got his life back because of a tip from Waltman.
* Much more, including email questions.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-13-2013), Wade Keller interviews Sean "X-Pac" Waltman. This is part one of two. The following topics were covered in part one:
* Might Shawn Michaels return at WM30 against Bryan.
* Details on different wrestling ring construction.
* Three hour Raw from wrestler's perspective.
* The WWE Performance Center.
* And more!
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-14-2018), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy with a preview of that Sunday’s WWE TLC event including Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte vs. Asuka, Daniel Bryan vs. A.J. Styles, Seth Rollins vs. Dean Ambrose, and more including backstage insights and anecdotes on the WWE creative process and Vince McMahon in particular.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-13-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Rich Fann from the PWTorch Livecast “Deep Dive with Rich Fann.” They begin with a discussion on industry reaction to record low Raw and Smackdown ratings including how fans who are critical are sometimes getting blamed for speaking out and not understanding the process, then a full preview of the WWE TLC PPV line-up and then a preview of the full ROH Final Battle PPV line-up.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-10-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss Raw with a focus on the final hype for TLC, the crowd reaction for Daniel Bryan, A.J. Styles's TNA future, WWE Network plans, and more with live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
* C.M. Punk ratings, storylines, backstage demeanor, and more
* Comparing how Seth Rollins is handling his feelings about Punk compared to how "Hangman" Page handled them
* Thoughts on AEW's Continental Classic so far including Swerve Strickland, Daniel Garcia, Bryan Danielson
* A strong Swerve Strickland promo this week
* The Kenny Omega vs. Ethan Page match
* Adam Copeland's main event against Christian not popping a viewership boost for Dynamite
* MJF's current character direction after a couple weeks of pulling back on the pandering to fans
* Reaction to NXT Deadline including some talk about whether Baron Corbin is better off having spent time in NXT and can be a fresh addition to the Raw or Smackdown roster?
* Are Bobby Lashely and The Street Profits inevitably going to keep getting cheered?
* And more!
* Then in a bonus segment, Tony Khan's full ROH Media Q&A from earlier today.
This Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-8-2018) features an interview with former WWE Creative Team member Dave Lagana who looks ahead to 2019 changes with All Elite Wrestling, the latest on the NWA, ROH signings, declining WWE ratings, Dynamite Kid memories, more.
Then in a bonus segment from five years ago (12-8-2018), Rich Fann's "Deep Dive" features Zack Heydorn as they delve into the world of entrances for wrestlers. In addition to the skeleton of an entrance, Zack and Rich discuss modern entrances, wrestlers who do “a bit too much” with their entrances, and what could take a good entrance and make it great – particularly wrestlers who can show more personality outside of wrestling than they can en route to the ring.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (12-6-2013), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team Member Chris DeJoseph discussing WWE Network plans, WrestleMania 30 line-up, Chris Benoit conspiracies, Stephanie McMahon's new title, how Triple H differs from Vince McMahon creatively, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-5-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted solo talking with live calls and answering email questions on a wide range of topics including TLC's main event and whether Triple H could walk out of TLC as the Unified Champion, WWE Network, could Magnus (Nick Aldis) be a good heel for TNA, Stephanie McMahon's new corporate title, could AAA be a big success in the U.S., and more.
Then a bonus episode of the PWTorch Livecast from ten years ago (12-9-2013), PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the PWTorch East Coast Cast discuss with live callers Raw, the Slammys, TLC, WrestleCade, hot topics from WWE and TNA, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-3-2013), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell guest hosted for Wade Keller with usual cohost Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discuss with live callers that week's Raw, TLC main event scenarios, Undisputed vs. Unified, TNA's Thanksgiving Impact "offering," and much more. Plus, in bonus time with live calls & emails, Jason provides an update on TNA's for-sale situation, plus more discussion of WWE and TNA topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
* C.M. Punk's first 10 days back in WWE
* AEW Continental Classic so far plus predictions and options
* Swerve Strickland's upside
* Randy Orton's return.
* MJF - keep the title on on him or time to move on?
* Ric Flair in AEW
* TNA
* All In 2024 Wembley ticket sales
* Josh Dobbs and the Minnesota Vikings
In this week's Mailbag Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-30-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to answer Mailbag questions including these topics: Becky-Charlotte-Rousey options, can Cody Rhodes be centerpiece star of a national company, can Asuka be embraced by Vince McMahon as a top star, ROH post-Elite departures, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-29-2013), Wade Keller interviews first Matt Hardy who previews his main event match at WrestleCade tomorrow night in Winston-Salem, N.C. against Carlito in the main event, with a phone call run-in from Carlito’s manager, Johnny Fairplay. Hardy also discusses the merits of WWE Writers as part of the current TV writing process. Ex-WWE Creative Team member (2009-2010) John Piermarini then joins the show to speak about the value WWE writers provide to the WWE Creative process and why writers sometimes get a bad rap. He and Keller discuss how a transition could take place to less scripted promos from wrestlers, and the pros and cons of such a decision.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-29-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss the new All Elite Wrestling’s prospects and how it’ll affect ROH, Impact, NJPW, NXT, plus ROH’s Final Battle PPV line-up and how ROH is set-up for 2019 with so many top stars departing and additions that could make up some of the losses.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about WWE’s new UK policy, Jesse Ventura’s talk about a presidential run, Starrcade thoughts and if there should be future glorified WWE house shows on WWE Network, Women of Wrestling debuting on AXS this January, and thoughts on WWE’s TLC line-up and some Royal Rumble and WrestleMania speculation.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* A review of last weekend's AEW Rampage and AEW Collision including more Continental Classic tournament matches.
* A review of last night's AEW Dynamite including the MJF-Samoa Joe segment, Adam Copeland-Christian Cage, and more Continental Classic matches.
* A review of Tuesday's NXT episode.
* A review of last week's Smackdown on the eve of Survivor Series including Becky Lynch-Charlotte Flair bickering. Also, reaction to the very big dropoff in viewership with Smackdown on FS1 last Friday compared to typical FS1 dropoffs and compared to a typical Smackdown.
* A review of Monday's episode of Raw beginning with thoughts on the placement of, the build to, and the content of C.M. Punk's return promo. What was the strategy and did it achieve that effectively and was it a sound strategy? Then a walk through Raw including the ebullient Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes addressing War Games and Punk, the Seth Rollins-Drew McIntyre segment, and more.
* Reaction to the PFL purchase of Bellator and what it means for MMA landscape.
* A review of UFC Fight Night from two weekends ago.
MAILBAG TOPICS:
* Is WarGames a good gimmick match for WWE?
* If Eddie Kingston or Swerve Strickland win the Continental Classic, does it elevate either of them? Or would it define the whole tournament down as a mid-carder tournament? Or is it just too hard to tell until it plays out?
* How does the Full Gear story with MJF, Adam Cole, and Jay White make any sense? Is AEW looking more and more like a promotion doomed to fail?
* Did AEW fail to capitalize on Swerve's win over Hangman Page?
* Would AEW have been better off if the Young Bucks and Kenny Omega weren't every part of AEW? Is it time for Omega to step back with the pain he's in?
* How did the Young Bucks manage to keep their EVP titles after instigating a confrontation backstage that led to a brawl?
* Why was AEW vilified for the angle substituting Adam Cole (temporarily) for MJF at Full Gear while WWE got a pass for the tease of Randy Orton not showing up for WarGames?
* Is the ring style Wade advocated for on the PPV Roundtable after Full Gear superior or would matches look too similar to each other like in WWE?
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-26-2013), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell guest hosting with Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discuss with live callers all of the angles from John Cena vs. Randy Orton at TLC - to unify or not unify, screwy finish or clean finish, will it do business or flop, how will it affect the Rumble, WM30, more? Plus, more discussion from Monday's Raw, including the aggravating "variety show" skits, and which part-timers will be part of WM30? In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell and Powell discuss TNA in-depth and finish with NFL talk.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-22-2013), Wade Keller interviews former “Stone Cold” Steve Austin including live callers during the first hour with a wide range of topics on current events and his career, then a full hour of a VIP Aftershow with email topics and a long discussion walking through the six months after his famous Austin 3:16 King of Ring promo and the roller coaster ride when he really began to take off. Topics include a potential John Cena heel turn, thoughts on today’s scene, Jim Ross’s treatment on WWE TV, concussions concerns, chair shots to the head, his no-showing in Atlanta, where his career would have gone had he stayed in WCW, did the Attitude Era get too violence, does he regret the Stunner on Stacy Keibler, what he thinks when he watches today’s wrestlers, will he return at WrestleMania 30 and is it inevitable he has a return match, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-19-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the following topics: WWE Raw with live callers including discussing the final hype for Survivor Series and whether that was an actual honest effort to promote the PPV or further evidence WWE is tanking PPVs on purpose at this point. Will Big E. be a breakout star? What’s next for Miz, Ryback, and Paul Heyman? Is Big Show even coming across as a babyface? Plus some NFL, NHL, NBA, and UFC talk at the very end in the VIP Aftershow.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-22-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and WWE Kickoff Show panelist discuss the major happenings with Ronda Rousey-Charlotte-Becky Lynch this last week, Daniel Bryan’s heel turn, and their picks for the top matches at WrestleMania 35 for the major titles with a look at various realistic and wildcard options, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
* Preview of WWE Survivor Series including sidebar explorations on the trajectories of Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre, Becky Lynch, Bayley, Miz, and more
* Tony Khan's comments after Full Gear telling fans to "put their money where their mouth is" regarding tuning into the Continental Classic
* What we know and don't know yet about AEW's G1-style tournament
* Mariah May's background
* And more
This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-18-2013) features Wade Keller's interview with former ECW World Champion Justin Credible who provided a wrestler’s perspective comparing Ryback to Goldberg, how were rookies different then compared to the early 1990s, details on working with Terry Funk the prior week, WWE analysis, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-12-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the following topics: WWE Raw with live callers including discussing the direction of Punk and Bryan, The Shield, The Wyatts, Survivor Series, Shawn Michaels, plus a VIP Aftershow with a wide array of email topics.
This week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (11-16-2018) features ex-WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck who previews Survivor Series, reacts to Becky Lynch injury, Charlotte-Rousey, Bryan’s heel turn, Lesnar-Bryan prospects, and backstage insights.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-15-2013), Wade Keller interviewed ESPN’s Grantland.com wrestling columnist and new book author David Shoemaker discussing evolution of mainstream coverage of wrestling, Triple H interview, Unionizing, racism in wrestling, writing his book, the lack of a Vince McMahon biography, Chris Benoit, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The AEW Continental Classic round-robin tournament from several angles including the format, the participants, the possibility of a women's version, more
* AEW Collision's new viewership low for a show not opposed by a WWE PLE the same day
* WWE WarGames build, Drew McIntyre's actions, L.A. Knight's latest promo, The Judgment Day, and much more.
* AEW Full Gear preview
* Is Ric Flair a good signing for AEW
* And more throughout
In this week's special Mailbag double-header episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-3-2018 and 11-9-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was first joined by PWTorch Livecast host Rich Fann on Nov. 3, 2018 answering Mailbag questions including these topics: Crown Jewel controversy, being embarrassed to be a wrestling fan, WWE exploiting Roman Reigns' diagnosis, Charlotte’s moonsault, Beer Money in WWE, Becky Lynch, Braun-Brock, Women’s Tag Division, Luke Harper, and more.
Then in the second part from Nov. 9, 2018, ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell joined Wade in answering Mailbag questions for a previously VIP-exclusive Mailbag episode including these topics: If not Triple H who should Batista wrestle, who is a candidate to be a black WWE World Champ, Drew on verge of championship, is Triple H hurt by Crown Jewel, Hulk Hogan, Merge Title or More Titles, Becky upside, Kairi Sane, could Kenny Omega fill Reigns's slot.
This week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (11-2-2018) features ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini with a 100 percent focus on women’s wrestling in WWE. First, he provides behind the scenes insights on the time he worked behind the scenes in WWE for a couple years in the 2009-2010 area which included Mickie James, Alicia Fox, the Bellas, Beth Phoenix, Eve, Kelly Kelly, Gail Kim, among others. He talks about the attitude towards women’s wrestling then and how women felt about how they were utilized. Then we review each match at Evolution and look at match order, what’s next for Ronda Rousey, his take on the booking of Becky Lynch, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to and analysis of NXT heading to The CW next October
* Review of AEW Rampage, Collision, and Dynamite.
* Thoughts on each of the top possible successors to MJF as AEW Champion
* Review of NJPW Power Struggle
* Review of NXT
* Review of Smackdown before Crown Jewel and Raw after Crown Jewel
* A review of UFC Fight Night from Brazil and a preview of the next UFC event
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-8-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They talk Survivor Series line-up taking shape, should A.J. Styles beat Brock Lesnar, a reshuffled Raw roster without Roman Reigns and with several turns, the futures of the Young Bucks, Cody, and Kenny Omega and whether there’s room for a new number two in the U.S., and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss the U.S. landscape in 2019, specifically which companies were poised to grow and who were doomed to fade including NJPW, ROH, Impact, and the NWA.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-5-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the following topics: Raw analysis including Big Show-Triple H/Steph legal summit, Bryan written out of WWE Title picture, worst John Cena promo ever on SD, TNA, Hogan, and more including email questions and live caller questions.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-1-2013), Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview Pat Laprade and Bertrand Hebert, authors of “Mad Dogs, Midgets, and Screwjobs,” who discuss Andre the Giant, Hulk Hogan, Rougeau-Dynamite Kid fight, Bret Hart Screwjob, the process of writing their book, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-1-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Rich Fann of the “Deep Dive” edition of the PWTorch Livecast and VIP East Coast Cast. They discuss the breaking Hulk Hogan Crown Jewel news, how much praise do John Cena and Daniel Bryan deserve this week, will Becky Lynch be hurt by the Ronda Rousey match, Cody’s future, Brand Supremacy nonsense headed into Survivor Series, Evolution thoughts, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-25-2013), ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini examines the hype for Hell in a Cell, Orton vs. Bryan, looking ahead to WrestleMania 30 and Royal Rumble, Undertaker’s opponent, behind the scenes stores on working with Vince McMahon, Triple H, and Michael Hayes, and much more including live callers and email questions. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with bonus topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Wednesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
* A detailed preview of WWE Crown Jewel and analysis of the hype and predictions on key matches.
* A look at what Tony Khan's announcement on Dynamite should have been.
* Does becoming viral really help pro wrestling careers?
* Thoughts on MJF vs. Kenny Omega
* Could C.M. Punk answer Shinsuke Nakamura's challenge
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-29-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the following topics: What’s next for Bryan? For Punk? Survivor Series predictions, Raw ratings analysis, TNA’s potential suitors, and more with live calls and a lot of email topics in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-18-2013) features Jerry Lynn talking with live callers about Lynn's recent retirement, life after wrestling, how he plans to remain involved in the wrestling business, the art of wrestling he learned over two decades, classic matches with RVD and Sean Waltman, and much more.
Then in a bonus segment from five years ago (10-27-2018), PWTorch columnist Rich Fann interviews current PWTorch columnist and podcaster Alan Counihan (a/k/a Alan4L) to talk WWE Evolution including his impassioned defense of Alicia Foxx, thoughts on Becky Lynch’s attitude change, as well as women’s matches outside the WWE fans should pay attention to if they need their fix, as well as matches least/most excited for Sunday. Additionally, Alan gives his thoughts on newer New Japan additions and two wrestlers from WXW fans should pay attention to – including the world’s longest battle chant in a wrestling match. Finally, Rich and Alan posit a listener question regarding a potential WWE Women’s G1 and how that could play out.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-22-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell begin with an in-depth critique of final segment of Raw hyping HIAC and TNA's Bound for Glory PPV, and then take live caller questions. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they answer around a dozen email questions on a wide range of topics.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-26-2018) features ex-WWE Creative Team member Jason Allen previewing Evolution, reaction to Saudi Arabia news, thoughts on Roman Reigns leukemia announcement and how that affects the Raw babyface roster, and more. Then in the Mailbag section, they discuss the prospects of Undisputed Era getting involved with DX, the upside of Ricochet compared to Velveteeen Dream on the main roster, could Brock Lesnar beat Braun Strowman to set up a Seth Rollins WWE Title win, any chance Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch closes out Evolution, examining Roman Reigns’s fan reaction compared to backstage personality, might WWE have women tone down action to protect Rousey-Nikki Bella and is that done in other circumstances, plus Smackdown 1000 video package choices.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: TNA name returning, WWE Women's Division, Crown Jewel line-up, Dynamite preview, MJF title reign, AEW EVPs, rising AEW stars, Drew vs. Roman eventually, and much more including some unbridled Vikings enthusiasm.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-18-2018) features the author of “TrumpMania,” Lavie Margolin, covering the entire Vince McMahon-Donald Trump relationship over the decades all the way through election night fallout with WWE talent and Linda McMahon being appointed to President Trump’s cabinet. Topics include the history of their relationship dating back to the Trump Plaza hosted WrestleManias, the current Crown Jewel controversy that intertwines them again, their pro football ventures and how the USFL and XFL are the same and different, their personal commonalities and differences in terms of their family backgrounds and what motivates and drives them, the Jesse Ventura factor, and more.Then in a bonus Mailbag show, Wade is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to cover these topics: How damaged is ROH if Cody & Bucks leave? Why aren’t Trish & Lita getting big crowd pops? Can fans make a difference by not watching Crown Jewel? Did Edge help turn fans against Becky? Renee-Dean dynamic?
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-11-2013), Matt Morgan discusses these topics: Why did he leave TNA? Will he land in WWE or TNA? Who is his dream opponent? Plus backstage stories on Undertaker's leadership backstage, and much. Live calls and email questions throughout.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-15-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell tackle these topics: Examining what it means that Goldust & Cody Rhodes won tag titles, is Big Show stealing spotlight from Bryan, did Shawn Michaels help sell HIAC main event, and much more with live callers and email questions on the live show and VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Impact Bound for Glory PPV preview,
* Review of Smackdown and Raw including Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso losing the tag titles already
* Review of AEW Rampage and Collision including thoughts on the counterproductive Adam Copeland-RIcky Starks promo and the latest hype for Juice Robinson vs. MJF
* A review and preview of UFC events
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-18-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They start by addressing the very latest with the WWE Crown Jewel controversy regarding Saudi Arabia, the future of Impact after big drops in viewership lately and the change to a later timeslot on Pop, a preview of the NWA 70th Anniversary Show, Nick Aldis’s future, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, topics included the potential twist in the story on the futures of Cody, Young Bucks, Adam Page, Kenny Omega, plus exploring how each would be used in WWE if they were to sign there, how could it affect New Japan, and more including Tyler Breeze’s noteworthy Tweet expressing apparent frustration.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-8-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell tackle these topics: Did WWE fix or repair the problems resulting from awful conclusion to Battleground? What does it mean that John Cena is back and facing Del Rio for World Title? And more, including live callers and, in the VIP Aftershow, answer email questions.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-11-2018), veteran wrestler and current Impact World Hvt. Champion Austin Aries talks about Johnny Impact controversy on Twitter, when does a promo get too personal, guarding his vegan catering section, what makes a match good, his time in WWE and NXT, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Wednesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
* NXT vs. Dynamite ratings analysis
* Lengthy discussion on Juice's anti-semitic provocation of MJF, what MJF has said, is there any justification for this that holds up, what should AEW do next
* Max Caster's crush on MJF - the backstory and where it might be leading
* Toni Storm's brilliance and the injustice yet practicality of it sharing the screen with a commercial
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-11-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Jonny Fairplay from the Survivor NSFW podcast discussing Johnny Impact-Austin Aries Bound for Glory main event hype including the social media battle and TV promo, John Morrison on CBS Survivor so far, ideal Ronda Rousey booking, the Bobby Lashley-Kevin Owens match on Raw, whether WrestleMania’s prestige is taking a hit because Saudi Arabia is luring big stars to return for their shows instead, and much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-8-2013), ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy (2011-2012) talks about what Vince McMahon is like to work for, life as a WWE writer, Daniel Bryan's rise, The Rock backstage's demeanor, tons more in this wide-spanning nearly three hour exclusive interview with live phone calls and email questions. PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell participates for part of the show including a discussion on comic books relation to pro wrestling culturally and in terms of heroes and villains and plot lines. McCarthy had not done any other interviews with any pro wrestling reporter or podcast since leaving WWE a year ago.
This is the second of two installments. This portion was originally the VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-8-2013), ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy (2011-2012) talks about what Vince McMahon is like to work for, life as a WWE writer, Daniel Bryan's rise, The Rock backstage's demeanor, tons more in this wide-spanning nearly three hour exclusive interview with live phone calls and email questions. PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell participates for part of the show including a discussion on comic books relation to pro wrestling culturally and in terms of heroes and villains and plot lines. McCarthy had not done any other interviews with any pro wrestling reporter or podcast since leaving WWE a year ago.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-5-2018) with veteran wrestler “Hurricane” Shane Helms. They hit a wide range of topics including All In’s impact on the industry, details on wrestler-agent/producer dynamic behind the scenes, fan and social media interaction, Impact, ROH, 3 Count, Tank Abbott, how today’s wrestlers breaking in differ from those 25 years ago, his impression of the WWE Performance Center after his recent visit there, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-4-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcast. This week they stick to a single theme – an in-depth preview of Saturday’s Super Showdown including evaluating the hype going in, match predictions, and where things go from there including Undertaker vs. Triple H, A.J. Styles vs. Samoa Joe, The Shield vs. Braun Strowman & Drew McIntyre & Dolph Ziggler, Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: Adam Copeland (Edge) signing with AEW, a preview of WWE Fastlane, Jade Cargill hype, WrestleDream reflections, State of AEW, John Cena's impact, Nick Wayne the next Dominik Mysterio, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-1-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Travis Bryant cover a range of topics from Raw including did Raw's final angle help or hurt Bryan? How about Orton? Did Triple H & Steph have best night yet? What about Heyman-Ryback and El Torito? Live calls and emails on Raw and much more.
This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-28-2018) features veteran wrestler Al Snow who has worked just about everywhere including most recently behind the scenes and on TV for Impact Wrestling. He talks about the ups and downs of Impact in recent years and Bruce Prichard’s influence on the company. He also discusses purchasing OVW and what his plans are for that promotion. Also, how are young wrestlers entering the business different today than when he started. And more.
In this week's Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast's Weekly Flagship episode, PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller discuss these topics:
* Reaction to how WWE has touted the Jade Cargill signing
* What is Matt Riddle’s future?
* Reviews of AEW Rampage’s “Grand Slam 2,” Collision, and Dynamite including the Adam Cole announcement, the Ricky Starks vs. Bryan Danielson match, the MJF-Jay White exchange, and more
* A preview of AEW WrestleDream
* A review of New Japan Destruction
* Reviews of WWE Smackdown and Raw including the latest with Jimmy Uso, Drew McIntyre, and more.
* Review of NXT TV and a preview of NXT No Mercy
* A review of UFC Fight Night from last Saturday night
This is a simulcast of this week's VIP podcast, "The Fix wtih Todd Martin & Wade Keller." The full episode with the Mailbag is available with a PWTorch VIP members. Details at www.pwtorch.com/govip
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-27-2013) with ex-WWE Creative Team member Alex Greenfield, Alex provides backstage insight into Stephanie-Triple H dynamic, what's Randy Orton really like, why did Vince McMahon pick on Jim Ross, thoughts on today's WWE storylines, what TNA needs to do to get ahead, what he would do next with the Wyatt Family, is Kevin Dunn good or bad for Vince McMahon, how is a WWE script written, and so much more. Live phone calls and email questions throughout.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-24-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the 11-on-3 Raw main event, the latest in Triple H & Stephanie's Power Trip, Big Show punching The Miz, Hulk Hogan's future, Stephanie's character, Mickie James's future, and more. As always, live callers and email questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-20-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They discussed the frustrating push of Roman Reigns and speculate on the long-term impact of All In. There’s also some MLW conversation and other topics. In a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss whether ROH and Impact are primed to grow and reach new heights because of All In’s success and example.
This week's Interview Classic episode is from ten years ago (9-20-2013), with Jerry Jarrett as the special guest. The discussion was, in effect, a companion conversation to the Mid-South and Mid-Atlantic documentaries - historical insight into transition from territories to national promotions plus in the VIP exclusive Aftershow, insight on Dixie Carter and the state of TNA, how would Vince McMahon have been affected if Hulk Hogan had not been available to him, what kind of a difference would a healthy Magnum T.A. have made, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-17-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell including WWE Raw and Night of Champions fallout, will Bryan's eventual title win mean much, will TNA go back to Impact Zone, will there be a new Heyman Guy featuring live calls and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from the "Everything with Rich & Wade" podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The Rock's appearance on Smackdown, social media and cable metrics, should he wrestle Roman Reigns at WrestleMania next year instead of Cody Rhodes
* Becky Lynch's impact on NXT ratings last week
* The changing dynamic with Collision, Rampage, and Dynamite including ratings and format changes
* The move of Jade Cargill from AEW to WWE
* The impact of the WWE ownership change with Endeavor/TKO
* A preview of AEW Grand Slam
* A look ahead of AEW WrestleDream
* The Bloodline-Judgment Day storyline
* The Bryan Danielson-Ricky Starks feud
* The production issues on Collision
* WWE's NFL Title belts
* And more
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-14-2018) with ex-WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck, he previews Hell in a Cell from top to bottom including extended discussions on Becky Lynch’s character, Braun Strowman’s heel turn, the prospects of Roman Reigns as a babyface, Asuka’s portrayal, the pros and cons of a long title reign for Samoa Joe or A.J. Styles after HIAC, insight into Vince McMahon's approach to booking certain characters, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-13-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jonny Fairplay. They discussed WWE’s overwhelming number of events they’re promoting at once, the latest on Becky Lynch’s character and whether she’s an anti-hero, whether Samoa Joe’s storytime worked, Roman Reigns’s possible WrestleMania opponents, All In and what lessons it offers the larger wrestling industry, where NXT fits into the landscape, Renee Young on commentary, Hell in a Cell speculation, and more including Mailbag questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-10-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net with live callers and email questions the previous night's Raw including the final Night of Champions hype, the return of Goldust, viewership analysis, Triple H's digs at Edge not drawing a dime, Bryan vs. Ambrose, live calls, emails, and even a little NFL talk at the end.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The impact the WWE ownership change could have on the product that will be welcome and unwelcome by fans
* The post-C.M. Punk AEW and how the Elite have handled things
* AEW spreading themselves thin with too much content leading to viewership, attendance, and booking concerns
* The Samoa Joe vs. Roderick Strong tournament final
* Jey Uso on Raw, The Judgment Day, Seth Rollins-Shinsuke Nakamura
* The return of Nia Jax
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (9-7-2018), Justin Roberts talks to Keller about what made All In and Starrcast weekend his favorite weekend as a fan or ring announcer in the wrestling business. What was different from WWE in terms of the mood among wrestlers and the buzz among fans? What did he think at ringside as time was running out on the main event? What is next for everyone involved in All In? How did Starrcast compare to WWE Fan Axxess events he was part of? And much more.
Then, in a bonus Mailbag session, Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net joined Wade to answer email questions on these topics: Becky-Charlotte storyline, Strowman-Wyatt-Harper, Survivor Series brand vs. brand, what if All In disappointed, Trish Stratus return hype compared to Triple H-Undertaker match hype, Trish or the Bella Twins a bigger deal in WWE history, and more. NOTE: This show was originally scheduled to be posted on Aug. 31, but due to a technical issue wasn’t recovered from a failed hard drive until this week.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-8-2013), former ECW Champ Justin Credible gives his thoughts on Triple H Power Trip angle, why he was a Clique pledge for a while, revamping TNA, which ECW originals he'd like to wrestle, and more with live phone calls and emails questions.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Early discussion points on C.M. Punk including what might be next for him in pro wrestling
* WWE Smackdown review
* WWE Raw review
* NXT review
* AEW Rampage review
* AEW Collision review
* AEW Dynamite review
* UFC Fight Night review and UFC Australia preview
* Review of the Gene Kiniski book
* Remembering Sheik Adnan El Kaissey
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-6-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presented a special “Thursday Roundtable” edition of the WKPWP Flagship with guest analysts Zack Heydorn from PWTorch.com and Chris Harrington from WrestleNomics radio. They delve into the Business side and Artistic side of the All In and Starrcast weekend, evaluating the success of the show in both categories, including some considerable overlapping. What’s next for Cody and The Young Bucks? Is the WGN rating a good sign or not? Did the production values send a certain message? What did the crowd say about pro wrestling today outside of WWE? And much more.
In the previously VIP-exclusive portion of the show, they continued their conversation from the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast delving into the Business side and Artistic side of the All In and Starrcast weekend, evaluating the success of the show in both categories, including some considerable overlapping. Topics include what Starrcast did well and could improve on, how ROH and the NWA can take advantage of their participation in the weekend events, who the biggest winners and losers were, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-5-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill to discuss the Triple H Power Trip angle dominating Raw & Smackdown, where do Daniel Bryan, Randy Orton, Big Show, and others go from here, and live calls and emails on a range of topics.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-30-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss the top stories of the week including big developments with Kevin Owens and Braun Strowman, what are the odds of Cody, The Young Bucks, and Kenny Omega ending up on WrestleMania next year, thoughts on what’s at stake at All In on Saturday night, is Brie Bella hurting Daniel Bryan’s popularity, Hell in a Cell developments including Randy Orton vs. Jeff Hardy, and much more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason, they discussed these topics: Wade Barrett, Triple H’s NXT media call, Impact angle with kid hit by car, Neville’s future, Hulk Hogan’s reaction to the pushback by black wrestler in WWE to his locker room speech, and more including some Teddy Bridgewater talk and the top cop TV series of all time.
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This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-30-2013) features Canadian wrestling historian Greg Oliver who discusses Bret Hart's pettiness, the historical art of being a heel, recollections of interviewing many wrestling greats, Chris Benoit tragedy impact, Canada wrestling over the years, the evolution of wrestling media coverage, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Nick Hausman of the Haus of Wrestling. They discuss these topics:
* C.M. Punk-Jack Perry backstage incident and ramifications
* Preview of WWE Fastlane
* State of AEW All Out with a thin line-up and maybe no Punk in Chicago
* Bray Wyatt's legacy
* John Cena's returning, but what will he do?
* MJF vs. Adam Cole and where it goes from here
* Effy seeking Dennis Rodman
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-23-2013), with Sean "X-Pac" Waltman, hosted by Wade Keller, they tackle these topics: WWE without John Cena, Jericho sandbagging Ryback, his biggest paydays and years, Curtis Axel progress, Triple H-Wade Keller controversy, Scott Hall, Steve Austin, A.J. Styles dilemma, Samoa Joe, the state of industry, and much much more. It's always a great show full of insight when Waltman is a guest on the Livecast, one of the listeners' favorite guests.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-20-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net as they discuss Summerslam and Raw fallout including babyface depth without John Cena, the RVD & Ricardo pairing, too much of the McMahons, Darren Young's push, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part two of the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. In this episode, they focus on various WWE topics including the WrestleMania 40 ticket sales, WWE factions headed into fall, Seth Rollins vs. Shinsuke Nakamura, L.A. Knight, Dominik compared to Chad Gable, and more. Then they also talk Impact, the Frasier reboot, the Dexter reboot, and more.
In the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Edge, Sammy Guevara, Shinsuke Nakamura, Brian Pillman. Jr., Dominik, Jim Cornette, and more.
As a bonus, added onto the end is the full Tony Khan Media Conference Call from Tuesday discussing the Cash Wheeler legal situation, All In, cryptic talk about having to reshuffle the line-up this week, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics in part one today: All In preview and mystery late All In card shuffling TK alluded to on his media call earlier today, more reaction to the Tony Khan media call, AEW announcing as it pertains to Ian Riccaboni finding a weekly slot, and more.
In part two tomorrow, they focus on WWE, Impact, the Frasier reboot, the Dexter reboot, and more, plus we'll include the full Tony Khan Media Q&A about All In.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-16-2013), with Tommy Young, a top NWA referee in the 1970s and '80s, shares stories about Ric Flair, Dusty Rhodes, Jim Crockett, Blackjack Mulligan, Buddy Rogers, Bruno Sammartino, getting kicked out of a WWE event, art of refereeing, and more. He also details the career-ending spinal injury and how he coped with the premature end of his refereeing career.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-21-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Zack Heydorn, a PWTorch contributor, to discuss an eventful Summerslam fallout edition of Raw including Roman Reigns as champion, Reigns vs. Finn Balor for the Universal Title, the latest Shield reunion, the Stephanie McMahon-Ronda Rousey angle, Triple H’s promo for Undertaker, and much more including live callers, on-site correspondents, and the mailbag.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* A review of a controversial episode of AEW Dynamite including the Texas Chainsaw Massacre match
* Reviews of AEW Rampage
* Reaction to the latest C.M. Punk controversies with him exerting powers behind the scenes
* Review of AEW Collison
* Review of the conclusion of the New Japan G1 Tournament
* Review of WWE Smackdown including the major Bloodline follow-up after Summerslam.
* Review of WWE Raw
* Review of the latest NXT
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-9-2013), "Hardcore" Bob Holly, author of "The Hardcore Truth," who joined the show for a second time, took live caller and email questions on a range of topics including:
* Elaborating on his stance that Trish Stratus and Lita are overrated
* Details on how Wrestlers' Court worked
* Thoughts on Kurt Angle's DWI arrest and checking into treatment
* More heavy praise for Shawn Michaels and also Triple H as great workers
* What he has to say to his critics who are skeptical of his portraying himself as a nice guy these days, and more.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, he talked about Ultimate Warrior and Randy Savage as in-ring workers and how opposite they were behind the scenes. Also, how wrestling Ric Flair was so smooth and praise for his first favorite wrestler to watch as a fan, "Playboy" Buddy Rose.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-30-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net with live callers and email questions about Total Divas including what came off as staged and orchestrated and what worked, plus thoughts on Raw, Sid-Warrior, Sabin, TNA, Daniel Bryan, and more.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-2-2013), Wade Keller talks with John Piermarini including deconstructing the Total Divas premiere from someone who has worked on reality TV shows and in pro wrestling, more insight in working with Vince McMahon on creative including advice on presenting ideas, how WWE has changed from his perspective since he was there in 2009-2010, WrestleMania 29 buyrate reaction, looking ahead to WM30, and much more including live calls and email questions.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-9-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast and ProWrestling.net. They discuss the All In line-up and distribution channels, does it matter to fans how involved ROH is, where might the Brock Lesnar-Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman saga be headed, early thoughts on the Summerslam and Takeover line-ups, Miz & Mrs thoughts, and the Mailbag including Asuka’s push, Mae Young Classic, NXT’s strengths, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycasts's "Wrestling Night in America." They discuss these topics:
* Is WWE about to have a steep dropoff after Summerslam?
* Some really low-IQ booking in the C.M. Punk-Ricky Starks match with Ricky Steamboat
* The L.A. Knight and Miz exchange - was it counterproductive or brilliant?
* The Elite re-sign with AEW, but isn't it time they step up their games?
* A look at the women's divisions in AEW and WWE including whether Becky Lynch should be moved to main events
* What's next for The Bloodline.
* Comparing the futures of Solo Sikoa and Gunther
* And more
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-2-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Greg Parks, host of the PWTorch Livecast “Wrestling Night in America” and PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They discuss these topics: Brock Lesnar-Roman Reigns scenarios at Summerslam, NXT Takeover taking shape, New Japan G1 analysis, “Nitro” book review, Cedric Alexander & Tye Dillinger apologies for old tasteless Tweets, and finally the Mailbag including Becky Lynch, First-Time Match Obsession, Randy Orton, Automatic Rematches, and more.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-27-2018), Wade talked with “Diamond” Dallas Page about his WWE Performance Center visit the prior week including Cain Velasquez, Shawn Michaels, William Regal, and more. He also compares the Performance Center to the 1990s WCW Power Plant and how young wrestlers today are different and similar to young wrestlers in the 1990s.
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This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-26-2013) features Dan Madigan, a former WWE Creative Team member in 2004 and 2005 who was around for WrestleMania 20. He talks about his first time meeting Vince McMahon, odd McMahon quirks, the crazy Vince "burrito story," what Triple H's interpersonal skills were like, how Vince reacted to his pitch for a Nazi character for John Heidenreich, the process of writing "See No Evil" for WWE Films, what he thinks WWE did wrong in their approach to entering the movie industry and what Vince said his goal was initially, thoughts on the Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar debacle at WM20, backstage impressions of John Cena, Undertaker, JBL, and Randy Orton, and much more. He also talks about a Kickstarter project based around a graphic novel series starring Ultimo Dragon.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Gable Steveson’s shaky start on Sunday
* Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman on ESPN with Stephen A. Smith
* MJF and Adam Cole pop a rating for Collision
* C.M. Punk’s cryptic comments on Collision and whether it’s a key part of his act to say stuff like that
* Thoughts on the Cody Rhodes documentary
* Preview of Summerslam
* L.A. Knight
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-23-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discuss with live callers and email questions Monday Night Raw, Daniel Bryan's showcase, a ton of TNA discussion including Chris Sabin, a commentary against Ultimate Warrior headlining the WWE Hall of Fame, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Willow Nightingale vs. Athena
* Full ROH PPV review
* Review of past week of NJPW G1 matches
* AEW Rampage
* AEW Collision
* AEW Dynamite
* WWE Smackdown
* WWE Raw
* Cody's media tour
* NXT TV
* Preview of Great American Bash preview
* UFC Fight Night review and PPV preview
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-19-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net as guest co-host. They discuss these topics: Hulk Hogan’s return to WWE and locker room visit, MSG hosting ROH/New Japan Show WrestleMania weekend, SummerSlam Universal Title situation, and more. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer Mailbag questions and discuss Daniel Bryan’s future in or out of WWE, the ROH/New Japan MSG show, the potential impact of C.M. Punk headlining MSG show, are there any compelling John Cena matches left, WrestleMania look-ahead, early New Japan G1 thoughts, Slammiversary preview, ROH TV, MLW, and the live vs pre-taped format.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-16-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell with live callers and email questions about Monday Night Raw, Daniel Bryan awarded WWE Title match at SummerSlam, MITB fallout, and much more including a VIP Exclusive Aftershow with a variety of topics.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-14-2013), with "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, hosted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell, DiBiase covers these topics: Why he decided to join the WWF initially, a detailed account of the Million Dollar Man character creation, his regrets, Eric Bischoff, Andre the Giant, the NWA World Title, switching from a babyface to a heel, what WWF could learn from Mid-South, and much more. This is part two of a three hour interview. This portion was previously VIP-exclusive.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-14-2013), with "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, hosted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell, DiBiase honestly but harshly says what Ultimate Warrior's place in history is and why he wasn't respected by his peers, great Mid-South stories in The Gorilla Story and The Greatest Stipulation Match ever, his son's lack of WWE push and how the family is reacting, Bill Watts stories, and much more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-12-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Rich Fann from “The Deep Dive” PWTorch Livecast and East Coast Cast VIP edition. In this episode, they discuss these topics: Brock Lesnar’s Universal Title reign and UFC/WWE situation, Jim Ross’s New Japan injury controversy, NJPW Cow Palace special on AXS, Cody’s potential return to WWE, the scary Takahashi injury, and more.
Then in the Mailbag section, they answer mailbag questions on a range of topics including Extreme Rules, the Brock Lesnar situation, Cruiserweights vs. Junior Heavyweights, G1 Tourney predictions, should there be another WWE Women’s Title, the new Dojo Pro TV series, Tyler Breeze, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from PWTorch and the "Everything with Rich & Wade" podcast. They discuss these topics:
* AEW Collision's viewership, the different tone than Dynamite, the 58 minute tag match, C.M. Punk lately, and more.
* New Japan G1 thoughts so far.
* AEW's announce team comparisons.
* Raw thoughts including Titus O'Neal's hilarious line, Ronda Rousey-Shayna Baszler, Shinsuke Nakamura, The Judgment Day, Women's Tag Team Title change, Cody Rhodes-Brock Lesnar, Miz's Pat McAfee comment, and more.
* The robust and deep Summerslam line-up so far.
* The latest Bloodline developments.
* Why Q.T. Marshall has started to win over Rich.
* Slammiversary thoughts.
* Nick Aldis as a free agent and how he could be utilized on Collision.
* Should Nick Wayne have lost his first match in AEW?
* Might Adam Cole be in the midst of a heel turn in this MJF storyline?
* AEW's match updated guidelines and restrictions for matches from last week.
* And more...
Then Tony Khan's nearly one hour media call discussing ROH's PPV this Friday, AEW Blood & Guts on Dynamite, and other key topics such as Bryan Danielson's injury and the new match regulations posted last week.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-9-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell filling in for Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net. They discuss with live callers last night's WWE Raw in-depth, the pros & cons of how the Wyatts debuted, whether Mark Henry "deserves" a WWE Title run, the McMahons being perhaps the least likable TV stars on any TV program right now, Ultimate Warrior, Rhett Titus at Raw, Ryback with Vickie?, and more topics. In the VIP Aftershow, Keller & Caldwell tackle VIP reader questions on The Shield's future now that they've been cooled off, Daniel Bryan's up and down character, ideas for Matt Morgan if he were to join WWE, and more topics.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-6-2018), Cody Rhodes discusses facing Kenny Omega this Saturday night live on New Japan’s event in San Francisco at the Cow Palace airing live on AXS TV, will there be an All In 2, will he return to WWE, how has he adjusted to being a promoter, his thoughts on Vince McMahon and Triple H, the blunt thing he told the Young Bucks about their ring style, building a fan base outside of WWE, and much more.
Then in a bonus segment from five years ago (7-12-2018), PWTorch.com’s Mike McMahon and Greg Parks talk about Thursday’s Impact Wrestling with callers! They begin the show talking about the build to Slammiversary, including the low use of Moose and Austin Aries on the show. DeAngelo Williams return to Impact this week and there was a fantastic main event between OVE, Rich Swann, Pentagon, and Fenix. Mike and Greg break it all down this week while Andrew Soucek is off getting some well-earned R&R.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-12-2013), with J.J. Dillon, the Four Horsemen manager, WWF '90s V.P. of Talent Relations, WCW exec in WCW's final days provides insight all stages of his vast spanning career on and off camera, in and out of the ring.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* AEW Collision so far including ratings and the different pace of the show
* C.M. Punk vs. Samoa Joe and general thoughts on Punk's performance so far
* Bloodline saga including Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso at Summerslam
* The Judgment Day growing into a compelling faction
* More from AEW and WWE TV
* Impact's Slammiversary PPV thoughts
MAILBAG TOPICS INCLUDING...
* Is L.A. Knight too old to push
* The MJF-Adam Cole storyline so far
THEN MORE MAILBAG TOPICS IN THE VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW...
* Where is the Becky Lynch feud with Trish Stratus & Zoey Stark headed?
* Some NXT topics
* And more...
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-28-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interview WWE Raw TV announcer Jerry Lawler about Jackie Fargo and Memphis wrestling for the first hour, then Memphis wrestling expert Scott Bowden joins for the second-half of the show. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, VIP members get access to PWTorch reader Scotty Campbell discussing his backstage perspective from Monday's Raw TV episode.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Reviews of Smackdown and Raw including latest with The Bloodline, the latest with The Judgment Day, Cody Rhodes and autographs, and more.
* Review of NXT on USA post-Gold Rush including NXT Underground.
* Reaction to the Collision episode 3 ratings and what it indicates.
* Reviews of AEW Rampage, Collision, and Dynamite including the MJF-Adam Cole segment.
* Analysis of the latest New Japan Strong events.
* A review of UFC Fight Night and a preview of this weekend's UFC event.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-5-2013), historian and author George Schire joined host Wade Keller and guest cohost Bruce Mitchell to go in-depth on the history of various World Titles with a fascinating march through title politics of 1950s-2010s inspired by Raw's World Champ vs. WWE Champ main event.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-21-2013), with ex-WWE Creative Team member Chris DeJoseph (a/k/a Big Dick Johnson) who talked about current events in WWE including Daniel Bryan's push, Mark Henry behind the scenes, the Prime Time Players, Miz's awful persona right now, the weird McMahon family drama on TV, the USA Network-WWE dynamic, Daniel Bryan, and much more. Also, insight into the planning and execution of the Rated R Superstar sex show with Edge and Lita.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-2-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss with live callers and email questions discussing Monday Night Raw including World Champ vs. WWE Champ hype, TNA thoughts, MITB hype, and more.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-14-2013), with longtime wrestling announcer Mick Karch who covers these subjects: The Hennig family legacy, how close he came to getting an announcing job in the WWF, his stint with the AWA, Buck Zumhoffe's meltdown, and much more including callers and email questions.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-28-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net as guest co-host. They evaluate WWE’s list of their Pop-Culture Icons in their press releases on the new TV deals this week. Does Triple H belong? How about the Bellas? Who was left off? Plus Extreme Rules developments and a look at the line-up, plus a preview of ROH’s PPV this Friday.
Then, in the Mailbag segment, they discuss the 20th anniversary of the Hell in a Cell Undertaker vs. Mick Foley match, Brock Lesnar’s inactivity, Roman Reigns’s vest, Rey Mysterio’s WWE dream match potential, pro wrestling’s creepiest smile, women’s division problems, Smackdown’s move to Friday, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Javier Machado from PWTorch. They discuss these topics:
* The big viewership drop for the second edition of AEW Collision
* C.M. Punk's fiery personality since his return
* Detailed WWE Money in the Bank preview including how many winners can be ruled in as almost for sure
* Thoughts on the top controversies coming out of AEW Forbidden Door
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-26-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch Newsletter columnist and PWTorch Livecast host Greg Parks. They dive into the topic of Greg’s feature column in this week’s PWTorch Newsletter looking at the path to Summerslam for the top two men’s titles on Raw and Smackdown. They begin looking at the surprise Rusev vs. A.J. Styles title match at Extreme Rules and then what the options are after that for Summerslam. Then they look at the various candidates to enter and win the multi-man match at Extreme Rules and where Braun Strowman’s MITB briefcase fits in. Then they answer some Mailbag questions from listeners including the prospects of the All In crew working with WWE, should Takeovers move away from the same weekend as WWE PPVs, should WWE talk more about NXT Title reigns when wrestlers move to Raw and Smackdown, Sanity’s Smackdown debut, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive bonus segment, they answer more listener questions on Daniel Bryan, is there potential that Rusev beats Styles, a potential Triple Threat at Summerslam for Ronda Rousey, and the general direction of the women’s division in WWE.
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In this special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, it's a Forbidden Door special episode. First, the Tony Khan Media Q&A from earlier today discussing this year's Forbidden Door and other various topics. Then last year's 90-plus minute Forbidden Door Post-PPV Roundtable, previously VIP-exclusive, featuring Wade Keller, Todd Martin, and Sean Radican. Go VIP to hear this Sunday night's Roundtable Podcast reviewing this year's Forbidden Door.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-11-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to evaluate WWE Raw's final hype for Payback PPV on Sunday, Rampage Jackson signing with TNA, Daniel Bryan's rise, the McMahon family skits, and much more. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with the Mailbag segment.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* C.M. Punk's return on the mic and in the ring, what opponents seemed lined up for him, whether a heel run soon or eventually makes sense, and the dynamic with him and locker room rivals.
* The strengths and weaknesses of the debut episode of Collision, the lack of hype for the second episode, differentiation from Dynamite
* MJF vs. Adam Cole including the finish and whether it was a boost for Cole
* Other AEW topics including the TNT Title change, the Orange Cassidy title run, and more
* The breakup of The Bloodline on Smackdown, what this sets up for Roman Reigns
* Money in the Bank men's match and women's match prospective winners including reaction to PWTorch's polls
* Seth Rollins so far as World Champion and his feud with Finn Balor
* Cody Rhodes's journey at this point
* Other non-WWE and non-AEW topics
* Mailbag topics including Zoey Stark, Orange Cassidy, Sammy Guevara, more.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-7-2013), with "Diamond" Dallas Page featuring updates on Jake Roberts and Scott Hall, WCW memories, wrestling Hardcore Holly, Austin wrestling the Invisible Man, Jericho on DDP Yoga, and much more including live callers and email questions.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Todd's observations from attending Dynamite in person last night in D.C. including the negative response to C.M. Punk's vignette.
* Off-air happenings including Kenny Omega's speech to the crowd along with the very late ROH taping.
* A discussion about the build for Collision including quite a bit about Punk's role and the pros and cons of being a babyface or a heel
* Reviews of Dynamite including MJF vs. Adam Cole, Rampage, Smackdown including the latest Bloodline drama, Raw including Charlotte's return, NXT, and UFC.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-31-2013), with "Hardcore" Bob Holly. Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell covered hot topics from his autobiography including Clique criticism, steroids, Vince McMahon as boss, Cody Rhodes denying a story he told in his book, and much much more, including live caller questions and emails.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (6-1-2018 & 6-8-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team Member Jason Allen on the tenth anniversary of his time with WWE in 2008 talking about these topics:
* Life as a writer, how he got his job, what it was like on the first day, how he adapted to the lifestyle, why it came to an end, and various fascinating anecdotes about the creative process and big names he worked with.
* When he realized life as a WWE writer might not have been a good long-term fit including a conversation on a plane with Mick Foley about his doubts.
* Insights into some happenings in WWE in 2008 including John Cena’s “Poopy” incident with JBL’s limo.
* The Mike Adamle disaster.
* Insight into Vince McMahon’s quirky Million Dollar Giveaway on Raw and how people reacted internally.
* Do writers check out online reviews of their shows.
* How it was difficult to watch veteran wrestlers be a shell of themselves backstage when the cameras were off.
* And much more.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-24-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Sean "X-Pac" Waltman. Sean was a great friend of late "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig and he gave his thoughts on introduction of Curtis Axel, plus The Shield, Daniel Bryan, his team with Kane, concussions, WWE schedule, Austin Aries-Christy Hemme controversy, and more including live callers and email questions. This includes the Livecast and a 30 minutes previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The latest with The Bloodline and what's next. Is The Bloodline the best faction in pro wrestling history?
* Cody Rhodes's journey including Brock Lesnar, Dominik Mysterio, and eventually Roman Reigns, plus a potential heel turn down the line.
* C.M. Punk's return at Collision and the prospects of him succeeding as a centerpiece star in 2023 with all the baggage.
* Will AEW choose sides between Dynamite & The Elite and Collision & Punk, and is that a problem?
* Money in the Bank favorites based on whose qualified and who might still qualify.
* Seth Rollins as World Hvt. Champion so far.
* What should WWE do with the women's title belts on the wrong shows now?
* The latest with The Judgment Day and the intrigue with Damian Priest and Finn Balor
* Who on AEW's roster is primed and ready to get a bigger consistent push with more TV time to fill?
* Is there too much Orange Cassidy these days on AEW Dynamite?
* Don Callis and his potential breakout moment as a heel manager with a ton of heat last week on Dynamite.
* A closing discussion on the pros and cons of Punk addressing The Elite and his post All Out meltdown or just moving past it.
* And more!
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago, PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Mick Foley. This features both parts that ran a week apart originally.
In the first segment, Foley discussed the parallels between how he approaches his current career doing one-man stand-up shows and pro wrestling in terms of pacing and playing to the crowd. Also, he talks about the Women’s Revolution, Ronda Rousey compared to Bill Goldberg, Kurt Angle’s drive, how he’s feeling better physically after surgery, the challenge of fitting into your place on the card even if it means cutting back on the quality of a match earlier in the card, how he built his reputation early, Kane, and more.
In the second segment, Keller begins with a review of Mick Foley’s one man stand-up show at Mall of America in Bloomington, Minn. earlier this week, then the interview picks up with Foley discussing any regrets he has over bumps or moves he took in his career, advice for indy wrestlers and how they define success, what’s not working with Roman Reigns and if it’s fixable, the delicate balance he struck with asserting himself creatively on promos while also working with writers who presented hm with scripts as G.M., why Terry Funk would mess up moves on purpose, memories of Bruno Sammartino and what Bruno thought of him, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-31-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net as guest co-host to discuss the impact of the Fox-WWE Smackdown deal on WWE, Impact, Indy Scene, plus Roman Reigns taking the week off, Roseanne controversy affected WWE’s scripted promos and social media, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive bonus segment, the VIP Aftershow, they discuss these topics: How likely is it C.M. Punk returns at an All In event in Chicago? Has Cody changed how Vince perceives him? How has Bobby Lashley’s push gone since his return? Who could WWE least afford to lose to injury? Does WWE need to a designated Top Star? Plus Nakamura, Elias, Nia Jax-Ronda Rousey reaction, All In early thoughts including whether Rey Mysterio vs. Kenny Omega would be an attraction match.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Thoughts on CM Punk officially announced for the premiere episode of AEW Collision
* Review of AEW Rampage and AEW Dynamite
* Reviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE Raw
* Reviews of NXT Battleground and NXT on USA
* New Japan Best of the Super Juniors analysis
* Review of "Katie Bar the Door," a book on the Portland-based wrestling territory
Then Mailbag questions:
* Why is Jeff Jarrett featured so much on AEW TV lately?
* Are there any dream matches left in WWE or between WWE and AEW wrestlers?
* Why didn't Sami Zayn wrestle in Saudi Arabia prior to this past weekend?
* Who would be best to build a wrestling company around in 2023: Austin Theory, Jack Perry, Darby Allin, or Sammy Guevara?
* Should NXT drop the Heritage Cup concept after Sunday?
* Should AEW approach the Forbidden Door PPV event differently this year?
* Why doesn't WWE recognize Pedro Morales's WWWF Title reign more?
* What do you think of Billy Corgan's vision for the NWA in 2023?
* Who from UFC could successfully transition to a pro wrestling career?
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-28-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to review the previous night's WWE Raw including Curtis Axel week two assessment, Jericho challenges Punk but is Punk really coming back, is this new talent initiative the start of a new boom, and much more with live calls during the Livecast and great email topics covered during the VIP Aftershow including Adam Pearce, Dixie Carter, the WWE App, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-21-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to review the previous night's WWE Raw including thoughts on the introduction of Curtis Axel by Paul Heyman, Ryback's promo on ambulance, the Triple H health angle, the huge pop for Bryan, and much more. There were live calls throughout and then email questions in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
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In this special two-segment episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is Tony Khan's complete media Q&A from earlier today talking about AEW Double or Nothing, the latest with Collision, and more.
Then, an Interview Classic from five years ago (5-17-2023) with Conrad Thompson discussing All In's sellout in Chicago, his Starrcast convention, the rise of Pro Wrestling Podcasts and will they last, is anything really wrong with Roman Reigns, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They discuss these topics:
* More talk about the pros and cons and risks and rewards that AEW and Tony Khan are facing regarding the latest C.M. Punk controversy with the stakes high regarding the success of the new Saturday weekly series, AEW Collision.
* A preview of AEW Double or Nothing.
* A look at the latest news regarding the release date of AEW's video game.
* A preview of WWE Night of Champions with thoughts on each of the matches and the hype for each of the top matches including, in particular, Seth Rollins.
* Will NXT's Sunday special cost AEW PPV buys?
* How is WWE handline NXT call-ups to Raw and Smackdown so far?
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-17-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Andrew Goldstein. They discussed Extreme Rules predictions, Fandango, WWE cutbacks, Gimmick Matches, Squash Matches, John Cena, road stories, WWE's top brawlers list, Vince McMahon, and more including live calls and email questions.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-10-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Mickie James, former WWE Diva and current TNA Knockout whose country music album "Somebody's Gonna Pay" just dropped this month in iTunes and CD stores, among other places. She begins by talking about her burgeoning country music career, her history in WWE, her thoughts on TNA, and many other topics relating to her experiences as a woman in wrestling including the John Cena angle, the "Piggy James" angle, and the Trish Stratus angle. Live calls and email questions throughout.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The 65+ minutes is dedicated to AEW's new TV deal with Warner Media, the added revenue and the challenges that come with it, especially creating two new weekly hours of A-show content.
* Will this new TV deal be so big that Tony Khan will think he can do no wrong and dig his heels in rather than expand his circle and take in new ideas?
* An idea for how to do a roster-split differently than WWE that would work for AEW
* Should Tony Khan shift ROH into a full-fledged developmental territory and sell it as that to the public?
* The success of Cody Rhodes so far in WWE.
* Is Dominik Mysterio a short-term fad or showing signs of being a long-term star perhaps at main event level?
* Would Drew McIntyre be a good fit for AEW? Would he need to be a heel or a babyface? What potential matches stand out for him?
* The latest Bloodline developments including Roman Reigns & Solo Sikoa challenging for the WWE Tag Team Titles.
* Who are realistic candidates to win Money in the Bank this year?
* Checking in on Impact Wrestling including their live special coming up next week.
* Can Nick Aldis be a mainstay star for Impact? Would he be a good addition to AEW?
* Thoughts on NXT's next special that goes head-to-head with AEW Double or Nothing
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-10-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net as guest co-host to discuss whether Daniel Bryan’s push is going well since his return, what stood out about latest WWE financials and ratings, New Japan, whether Shinsuke Nakamura-A.J. Styles will ever reach original high expectations, various concerns with the WWE Women’s Division, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive bonus segment, the VIP Aftershow where they first try to figure out Vince McMahon’s strategy for Roman Reigns lately, discuss the quality of the latest ROH TV shows, is Cody proving WWE under-pushed him, Hulk Hogan potentially returning to WWE, will A.J. Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura ever live up to expectations stemming from their NJPW days, and more.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-3-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Scott Hall (a/k/a Razor Ramon). The first 90 minutes consists largely of phone calls from all around the world on a wide array of subjects and an update on Hall's surgery and sobriety. Then, in the 65 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow he gives his thoughts on WrestleMania 29, should Rock and Undertaker return for WM30, The Clique's controversial reputation, Ziggler's future, why Triple H was accepted into the Clique, if Triple H has people telling him what he needs to hear, who those people were for Vince McMahon, which ex-wrestler was the only one who could smoke in Vince McMahon's presence, Bob Holly's complaints about the Clique in his new autobiography, and more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Analysis of AEW adding a new TV show and reason to be concerned.
* What AEW should and should not do with this extra prime time TV show.
* How important is it for the new AEW TV show to be live?
* Is it time for the Young Bucks to step up their game or is criticism of them unfounded or unfair?
* Reviews of Rampage and Dynamite
* Reviews of Smackdown and Raw.
* Review of NXT
* Review of UFC 288 and a preview of UFC Fight Night
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-9-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to review the previous night's WWE Raw including thoughts on the Brock Lesnar/Paul Heyman invasion of WWE headquarters, the latest hype for Extreme Rules, a notable John Cena promo, and more. Also, several callers and topics related to the latest in TNA. In the VIP Aftershow, email questions on a wide range of topics.
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In this week's Interview Classic episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-20-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an interview with ex-WWE Creative Team Member Court Bauer who compared Vince McMahon to Triple H behind the scenes, WWE Superstar Shake-up reaction, details on his new MLW TV premiere tonight and his vision for the upstart company, plus a VIP Exclusive bonus section with his take on the Wrestling Podcast boom period we’re in and the new Bruce Prichard show on WWE Network with Conrad Thompson.
Then in a bonus segment, the previous VIP-exclusive Flagship Mailbag with Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They first discuss the details on the second season of GLOW released today, then answer more Mailbag questions including Carmella and the Iconics, Naomi and Jimmy Uso, could WWE wrestlers benefit from call-downs to NXT, an 8 year old’s reasons for abandoning Roman Reigns in recent months, does Smackdown have too much talent now, Daniel Bryan vs. A.J. Styles at WrestleMania 35, how is Braun Strowman positioned after the Shakeup, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-27-2018 and 5-4-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a show dedicated to remembering Bruno Sammartino with guests photographer and magazine writer Bill Apter and historian and book author George Schire looking at Bruno’s first title reign for the WWWF from his victory to become champion to the stunning title loss to Ivan Koloff. Bill Apter was there for all of Brunos’ big career moments, and George puts them all perspective including what Bruno meant to fans outside of the Northeast WWWF region. Then, a look at Bruno’s second reign for the WWWF in the 1970s, what happened in his final years as an active wrestler including the Larry Zbyszko feud, and his relationships with both Vince McMahon Sr. and Jr., his Hall of Fame resistance and eventual acceptance, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, who also hosts the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America" podcasts, to preview WWE Backlash. They look at how the WWE Draft affects who is likely to win certain matches, whether certain match outcomes or match content could portend what's coming at Night of Champions and beyond, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-30-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to review the previous night's WWE Raw including praise for the John Cena segment with kids, frustration with show otherwise, will WWE have a wrestler come out soon as the NBA did, does Vince McMahon watch TNA at all, and many more subjects brought up by callers and emailers.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-19-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews The Blue Meanie (Brian Heffron) for two hours and forty-five minutes with a wide of subjects spanning from his thoughts on new ECW documentary "Barbed Wire City," reminiscing about ECW, New Jack-Erich Kulas incident, Blue World Order, his WWF stint, his roles in various indy movies, his future, and much more. Live calls throughout the first hour and then emails and other discussions in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-19-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net as guest co-host to discuss the Superstar Shake-up including how it sets up Raw and Smackdown for rest of year, plus Bruno Sammartino, a preview of Sunday’s Impact PPV, and Mailbag on Chad Gable, execution of Shake-up, Finn Balor’s “all inclusive” character, women’s scene on Raw, the future of the Universal Title, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive bonus segment, the Wade Keller Hotline from the next day (4-20-2018) with PWTorch editor Wade Keller's full in-depth assessment of Raw and Smackdown after the Superstar Shake-up with all possible feuds, depth of heels, faces, tag teams, women and men, with some X-factors regarding who is on the bubble of a small push or no push and how that can be indicative of who is on the list of potential turns (Rusev, Bobby Roode, Dean Ambrose, Jason Jordan, Natalya), and how the Raw Tag Division isn’t that shallow as long as some singles wrestlers pair up.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-23-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to review the previous night's WWE Raw including Undertaker's return, John Cena's potential replacements, R-Truth's renewed push, Mick Foley-Ryback, and more, along with other topics such as Chikara and TNA Impact.
In this week's Interview Classic episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-13-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ex-WWE Creative Team Member Kevin Eck who reacts to WrestleMania 34, Daniel Bryan’s return, Roman Reigns’s future, John Cena-Undertaker storyline and match, behind the scenes on Undertaker streak ending, Braun Strowman’s upside, Shinsuke Nakamura’s turn, and more. Then in a VIP Extra segment, Eck reviews Ronda Rousey’s debut and analyzes how to present her going forward, plus ROH Supercard of Honor, Cody Rhodes’s strides, and whether he thinks Vince would push Cody differently now after his run outside of WWE.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Extensive analysis of the latest twist with C.M. Punk visiting WWE Raw in person after his weekend summit meeting with Chris Jericho and FTR. What's the fallout? Is it a shoulder-shrug no biggie or Punk self-sabotaging progress or otherwise?
* Thoughts on the new AEW Saturday show and what's working against it's success, how to handle a Punk-centric show with locker room strife and a need to unite for PPVs, and how spread thin Tony Khan is already.
* A pivot at 53:00 mark of show to WWE's top topic - Triple H introducing a new WWE World Title belt for whatever brand Roman Reigns doesn't end up drafted to. What does the PWTorch Twitter poll say about how fans feel? What are the top options to be champion and why some top names are just a bad idea?
* WWE Draft thoughts and why Paul Levesque is handcuffed regarding executing this with his full vision with Vince McMahon still meddling from afar.
* Wembley Stadium talk including possible main event options with MJF.
* The Four Pillars storyline and the misstep on last week's Dynamite with the convoluted mini-tournament and divisive promo that kicked off Dynamite with Darby and Jungle Boy taking swipes at each other.
* Plus lots of emails on the new WWE belt and other various WWE and AEW topics.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-12-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason from Australia as guest co-host to discuss WrestleMania 34 fallout including what’s next for Roman Reigns, match-ups for heel Shinsuke Nakamura, Superstar Shake-up ideas, Ronda Rousey’s week, Saudi Arabia show controversy, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, additional emails and topics including how Johnny Gargano-Tomasso Ciampa should be a template for Vince McMahon, Daniel Bryan vs. Miz being a path of Miz as a babyface, the Women’s Rumble with Bayley-Sasha saga, a different take on Undertaker-John Cena, more on Bobby Lashley’s return, and has John Cena essentially clocked out.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-19-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview Nikita Koloff featuring great stories and insight from late 1980s top WCW star in Jim Crockett Promotions, opponents of Ric Flair, Magnum T.A., the Road Warriors, Rick Steamboat, and Dusty Rhodes. He talks about his new reality series on Lifetime titled "Preachers Daughters," his steroid use, his turn to religion after his wrestling career, why Vader apologized to him last year, a hilarious story of how he dealt with a fan who actually spoke Russian and approached him outside of the ring, and so much more. The first hour features live calls and the second hour is VIP-exclusive feature VIP member email questions and many other topics, including what it was like working with Ric Flair and if he knew how special the Best of Seven Series for the U.S. Title with Magnum T.A. was at the time it took place.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-16-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss with live callers WrestleMania 29 and Raw the previous night with a particular focus on the crazy crowd. Did the raucous crowd help or hurt WWE's mission? Also, what's next for C.M. Punk, The Rock, Dolph Ziggler, Undertaker, and all other angles of WrestleMania 29 fallout. Tons of live calls and email topics in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-12-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by former WWE creative team member John Piermarini discussing WrestleMania 29 and the raucous crowd at Raw, plus a look back Legacy, a look ahead to WM30, and more with live calls and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America" and columnist for the PWTorch Newsletter. They discuss these topics:
* The latest with Cody Rhodes and Brock Lesnar, plus overall thoughts reflecting pros and cons of Cody not beating Roman Reigns at WrestleMania a few weeks later.
* The latest thoughts and backstage insights on the C.M. Punk-Elite situation in AEW, reports and rumors of a new Saturday AEW show built around Punk and perhaps involving an AEW roster split, the Chris Jericho-Punk summit later this week, and more aspects of this ongoing dilemma and division testing Tony Khan's leadership.
* The WWE Draft and how it could be structured and presented well this year, possible roster moves and resulting feuds.
* Thoughts on MJF's feud with the other AEW Pillars, who would be the best choice now to end his reign, and the possibility of an MJF vs. Sting match at Wembley Stadium.
* A mailbag question asking if Saraya ruined the momentum of AEW's Women's DIvision with Britt Baker and Jamie Hayter.
* The best and worst aspects of today's Impact Wrestling and NXT.
* A quick look at the upcoming XFL playoffs and the prospects for a second season (finally).
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-5-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by two former WWE creative team members Court Bauer and Alex Greenfield with a wide-ranging in-depth discussion of WrestleMania 29 hype, WM29 predictions, WM29 aftermath, and who is the real Mr. WrestleMania.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-6-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ex-WWE Creative Team Member Matt McCarthy who talked about that year’s line-up, his weekend plans, and stories from his time working with Vince McMahon. They discussed the mysterious John Cena-Undertaker situation, Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns, Charlotte vs. Asuka, the return of Daniel Bryan, and everything else on Sunday’s big event.
Then in a bonus segment, we follow that with that week's episode of Pat McNeil's “Making The List” where Pat welcomed PWTorch contributor Shawn Valentino and ProWrestling.net writer Rich Twilling, and they compiled their list of the Top 7 Moments of WrestleMania Weekend. Shawn and Rich were in New Orleans, hitting everywhere from Bruce Prichard’s live show to the WrestleMania hotel bar. They discuss Shawn & Rich witnessing the altercation between Alicia Fox and Travis Browne, attending the WWE Hall of Fame and WrestleMania afterparty, plus the live atmosphere at the Superdome for WrestleMania 34.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-5-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell for an Official WrestleMania 34 Preview including every announced match from Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar to Charlotte vs. Asuka to Daniel Bryan’s return with Shane McMahon, the Ronda Rousey mixed tag with Kurt Angle against Stephanie McMahon & Triple H, and the rest.
Then in a bonus segment, we follow that with that week's episode of Pat McNeil's “Making The List” where Pat welcomed SHIMMER Wrestling CEO Dave Prazak. They compiled their list of the 7 Baddest Women In Pro Wrestling, discussing the merits of everyone from Charlotte Flair to Aja Kong. Pat & Dave also discuss Saturday’s Shimmer 100 show on FITE TV, the Mae Young Classic, the other shows Dave will be watching this weekend, bringing Toni Storm back to America, their picks for the WrestleMania Women’s Battle Royal, and which women they’d like to see Ronda Rousey fight in a Shimmer ring.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Reviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE Raw including the follow-up on Cody Rhodes-Brock Lesnar angle and Trish's turn
* Review of NXT and Todd's overall thoughts on the NXT brand lately
* Review of New Japan's newsworthy Sakura Genesis event
* Reviews of AEW Rampage, AEW Battle of the Belts, and AEW Dynamite including the MJF-Darby Allin exchange, Kenny Omega's serious promo, Jeff Hardy return
* The latest news on the prospects of a C.M. Punk return and possible Wembley Stadium involvement
* Preview of Impact's Rebellion PPV
* Review of UFC 287
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-9-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell discussing with live callers WrestleMania 29 and Raw last night with a particular focus on the crazy crowd. Did the raucous crowd help or hurt WWE's mission last night? Also, what's next for Punk, Rock, Dolph, Taker, and all other angles of WrestleMania 29 fallout. Tons of live calls, plus tons of email topics in the VIP Aftershow.
In this week’s Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to Wade and Sam Roberts from WWE’s Kickoff Shows and the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast discussing WrestleManias 18 through 33, one at a time, looking at the final match on each card and deciding if it was the right match to conclude each show or if there were other better or viable candidates. The first installment of this conversation covering WrestleManias 1-17 was posted on March 30 on this podcast feed.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-2-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the final WrestleMania 29 hype on Raw, the final WM29 line-up, predictions for PPV matches, could the C.M.Punk-Undertaker angle turn people off, might John Cena turn heel, and much more. Besides live calls, there are a variety of email questions tackled in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years (3-22-2013) to part two of Wade Keller's interview with Scott Hall and Sean Waltman. In this 142-minute second portion of the interview, they talk about:
* Bully Ray's rant at a fan at ringside
* Curt Hennig as a mentor early in Hall's career.
* Largely unknown Vince McMahon rules for pro wrestlers
* Scott Hall's son Cody's upstart career.
* The Outsiders invasion.
* Whether it took a while for Hulk Hogan to fit in with Hall & Nash.
* How they would have done the NWO invasion of the WWF in 2002 including original plans and why they fell through.
* The one match Hall wishes would have happened and why he thinks it would have been massive money.
* What he learned from the underrated Jerry "Crusher" Blackwell about how to give an interview,.
* Hilarious and touching AWA WrestleRock Rumble backstage filming stories.
* Wrestlers' drug dealers.
* Untold backstage stories about the the DX invasion of Nitro.
* And much much much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* The sale of WWE and the immediate reassertion of influence over WWE Creative at Raw on Monday.
* Review of last night's Raw including the WrestleMania fallout with Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns, Triple H's speech and his odd assurances that WWE isn't going anywhere when no one said it was, and Bad Bunny being a big part of Backlash.
* AEW talk including the C.M. Punk-Jon Moxley dust-up last month, AEW's ratings, MJF's title reign and new feud with the other Pillars, this week's Dynamite line-up, Tony Khan's latest Very Big Announcement teaser, the AEW All-Access reality show first episode, and more.
* Dante Martin's gruesome injury and other ROH PPV thoughts.
* And more WrestleMania weekend thoughts.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years (3-22-2013) to part one of Wade Keller's interview with Scott Hall. The interview lasted four-and-a-half hours live. An hour in, Sean Waltman joined the conversation and was around for more than three-and-a-half hours. During this Livecast portion of the program, Hall takes live phone calls and email questions including an explanation for the fund raising for his surgeries, his thoughts on today's WWE, comparing Eric Bischoff to Vince McMahon, thoughts on the 2013 scene, memories of wrestling Steve Austin at WrestleMania, what could he contribute to wrestling in the future, remembering the 1-2-3 Kid upset of Razor Ramon on Raw, thoughts on Ric Flair's claim that Randy Savage didn't like Scott Hall, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-26-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the Jerry Lynn Retirement Show, Sean Waltman's scary injury, analysis of Rock-Cena Q&A on Raw, WrestleMania 29 undercard developments, Bully Ray's performance on Impact, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back to two interviews from five years ago. First up is Wade's discussion with Sam Roberts from WWE’s Kickoff Shows and the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast and then Robbie E from Impact Wrestling and the new “Why It Ended” podcast.
Wade and Sam talk about WrestleManias 1 through 17, one at a time, looking at the final match on each card and deciding if it was the right match to conclude each show or if there were other better or viable candidates. In a future installment, they cover WrestleManias 18-33.
Then Robbie E joins Wade to talk about his departure from Impact Wrestling after many years as a mainstay there, the ups and downs of morale in that company, and why he left, plus his future in pro wrestling and his new podcast called “Why It Ended.”
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special WrestleMania 29 PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They preview WrestleMania 39 with a look at each match, evaluating the hype, looking at pros and cons of various directions they could go with the booking, and other thoughts on the event this year.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss Jon Moxley revealing he worked without contract this past summer and then analyze the C.M. Punk-AEW drama reigniting and Tony Khan's leadership role in all of it. It's a single-topic deep dive into the locker room turmoil and public statements from last summer through today.
Tomorrow, a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast will feature a 90-plus minute preview of WrestleMania and an evaluation of the latest hype for the event on Smackdown and Raw.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-22-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell to discuss these topics: Daniel Bryan’s possible opponents, WrestleMania match order, New Japan Cup, Reigns, Fabulous Moolah, Ultimate Deletion, and much more including Mailbag questions plus some NFL quarterback talk.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss these topics: Which match should and will close WrestleMania this year? Crowd reaction for Brock Lesnar-Roman Reigns? Could Daniel Bryan still go to indy scene? Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn returning under a mask? Who wins Styles-Nak? Women’s MITB at WM? And more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Reviews of Smackdown and Raw including the latest WrestleMania build with Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes, Kevin Owens agreeing to team with Sami Zayn, the IC Title set-up, Dominik-Rey, and more.
* Review of NXT including a very strange segment.
* Review of New Japan Cup's final week.
* Reviews of AEW Rampage and Dynamite including Kenny Omega vs. Vikingo, Adam Cole's in-ring promo, and more.
* Review of UFC's latest event and a look ahead.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-19-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the previous night's flat WWE Raw episode including Paul Bearer's death integrated more, Triple H beats down Paul Heyman, the boorish length and cadence of Triple H's talking segment, plus Bully Ray caught spewing anti-gay epithets and how DIxie Carter should and will likely hanlde it, Raw ratings, WrestleMania 29's undercard, Rock vs. John Cena predictions, and more. This includes our previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years (3-15-2013) to Wade Keller's interview with Ed Ferrara, a former WWE, WCW, TNA creative team member. Ferrara discusses the Attitude Era, WrestleMania 29 hype, TNA experience and growth, WCW frustrations, the Oklahoma character, and more. They take live calls and answer emails for 65 minutes. Then Keller reacts more to last night's TNA Impact episode and the absence of Jeff Hardy from the Lockdown PPV fallout episode.
Then in a bonus interview from 10 years ago (3-8-2013), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill interviews former TNA wrestler Shark Boy with live callers and emailers on TNA memories, working under a mask, his current projects, thoughts on current events in wrestling, and other topics. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with Shark Boy.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back to two interviews from ten years ago (3-1-2013). First up is Wade Keller's interview with Jake "The Snake" Roberts and then Wade's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini.
Jake detailed his road to recovery at DDP's house, detailed how Scott Hall was doing in his recovery, and reflected on his bad choices and his dreams for the future. A remarkably frank telling of his road to DDP's "accountability house" including why DDP made him get rid of his t-shirts when he first arrived. Live caller questions and emails, too.
Then Piermarini discussed hot topics including the Vince McMahon to Triple H power transition behind scenes, Swagger/Zeb controversy, WM29 hype, Miz's babyface turn, WM30 speculation, Undertaker's streak, and more including live calls and emails.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-12-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss with live callers mostly last night's Raw and TNA Lockdown including these topics: Did WWE handle Paul Bearer's death well or did they cross a line? What was going in that Miz/Jericho segment? Plus much more on both WWE and TNA with live caller questions and a VIP Aftershow with email questions and more on Triple H-Brock, The Shield, and other topics.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-15-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch Livecast host Greg Parks for the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast “Thursday Flagship” to discuss these topics:
* WrestleMania line-up and the pros and cons of various matches going on last.
* Thoughts on the NXT Takeover line-up and other NXT topics.
* Impact Wrestling and the signs of some ratings traction recently.
* Plus, they answer email topics including whether it’s time for the return of “American Badass” Undertaker, why is John Cena-Undertaker hype on Raw instead of Smackdown, Braun Strowman’s WrestleMania spot, where the Sasha Banks-Bayley storyline is going, the challenges WWE women are facing in having to endorse Fabulous Moolah as a pioneer, Nia Jax-Alexa Bliss storyline, Asuka’s future after WrestleMania, and more.
Then in a bonus flashback of the PWTorch Dailycast episode also from March 15, 2018, Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek talk about that5 week’s Impact Wrestling with callers. They lead the show with a discussion on Josh Mathews being revealed as Matt Sydal’s spiritual advisor, and the idea that he’ll stay on commentary as a heel. They also talk about Feast or Fired and break down the briefcase winners.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to the prospects of another weekly AEW cable show on Saturday nights
* Could AEW add the Bellas and would that be valuable if the new show is a women's wrestling show?
* Impact Wrestling's latest press release with an intriguing statement about what's next for Anthem
* Is AEW leaning too hard on blood and swearing?
* Preview of Dynamite.
* Who is lined up to challenge MJF for the AEW Title?
* What will be next for Dominik after the feud with his dad Rey Mysterio?
* A walk through all the WrestleMania matches so far and evaluating the hype and whether they were the best match-ups for various key names.
* Thoughts on the first couple weeks of the relaunch of ROH.
* Lots of listener mail is utilized to drive topics throughout the show.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back to two interviews from ten years ago (2-6-2013 and 3-6-2013). First up is Wade Keller's interview with TNA President Dixie Carter. Then a bonus interview conducted by PWTorch's Pat McNeill with Gene Snitsky.
Carter took live caller questions and email questions about changes in Impact Wrestling, PPV schedule, Jeff Hardy's turnaround, how close TNA has come to going out of business, is it profitable, does she stand by her comment about wrestling fans being like the "40 Year Old Virgin" character, and much more.
Snitsky discussed WWE stories, why he left WWE over creative differences, not liking how Tensai is being used, whether he's been asked to be part of Aces & Eights, his big new movie project & personal training career, and much more! In the second-half, PWTorch columnist Sean Radican discusses the latest news with McNeill. And, in the VIP Aftershow, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discusses news, Live Events, National Signing Day, and other topics.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-5-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to talk with live callers mostly about the previous night's WWE Raw and all of the big happenings including in-depth analysis and conversation on the confirmation of many long-suspected top matches on the WrestleMania 29 line-up, plus big angles with C.M. Punk, John Cena-Rock, Mark Henry-Ryback, The Shield, and more. Also, will Bully Ray turn heel on Sunday, who did Kurt Angle discover was part of Aces & Eights, which big main event star is rumored to be in talks to return after WrestleMania, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (3-2-2018 and 3-9-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews former WWE Creative Team member Kristian Harloff who talks about these topics:
* Working for Stephanie McMahon back in 2001 when Stephanie was just beginning her run as Head of Creative.
* Stories about creative veterans he worked with including Paul Heyman, Bruce Prichard, Michael Hayes, and Brian Gewirtz, plus Vince McMahon himself.
* How he got the job, why he didn’t last, and more behind the scenes insights.
* Comparing WWE’s attempt to get Roman Reigns over as a top babyface to movie stars whom the studios pushed but were rejected by fans and how it worked out, and why it matters less to Vince McMahon than movie studio execs when fans don’t obediently eat what they’re fed.
* How he missed the bulk of the John Cena Era of WWE during his hiatus from following WWE and how he perceives him now that he’s back watching the product.
* His impression of working behind the scenes with Steve Austin and The Rock when they were the top stars prior to Cena’s emergence.
* Whether Rock is perceived as a wrestler-turned-actor or an actor who once dabbled in wrestling.
* How did the production and format of Raw feel different now than 17 years ago when he was part of the creative team behind the scenes, including the vaunted WrestleMania Sign.
* How does having a kid as a fan change how he looks at the pro wrestling product?
Then at the end, a special Wade Keller Mailbag bonus section including what could be the WrestleMania roles for Braun Strowman and Elias and what is wrong with Smackdown and can it be fixed?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, PWTorch assistant editor and YouTuber for the PWTorch channel. They discuss these topics:
* Vince McMahon showing up backstage at Raw and what it does and doesn't indicate
* John Cena's segment with Austin Theory on Raw last night
* Jey Uso's decision to side with family over Sami Zayn and where it could from here
* Should the Usos vs. Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn main event night one of WrestleMania?
* Is the Damage CTRL vs. Trish Stratus & Lita & Becky Lynch match WrestleMania-worthy?
* Is Trish Stratus overrated these days?
* Was MJF vs. Bryan Danielson a five-star classic?
* What's next for MJF in terms of the best challengers for the rest of the year and in what order?
* Kenny Omega's future now that he's not Trios Champion? Is he just auditioning for a big WWE contract? Is he a prime future MJF opponent?
* AEW ratings concerns.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-1-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell for the Thursday Flagship edition of Podcast One’s Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Ronda Rousey-Stephanie McMahon
* Roman Reigns’s promo about Brock Lesnar
* Coach is mad you’re not cheering Reigns like a good WWE fan
* Corey Graves commentary
* John Cena’s Path to WrestleMania
* Braun Strowman
* The New Japan California line-up
* ROH’s streaming service
* Mixed Match Challenge and more including mailbag topics.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss what’s next for Paul Heyman if Brock Lesnar were to leave WWE, Heyman’s Hall of Fame inductor list, The Rock and the WWE HOF, ROH’s streaming service, WWE announcing, Impact’s new creative, Rusev’s future, Big E’s promo, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (2-22-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Sean "X-Pac" Waltman, one of the favorite repeat guests on the Livecast. This interview includes Waltman reacting to Jack Swagger arrest, Scott Hall-DDP, Undertaker's future at WM29, Rock's return to the ring, DX/NWO memories, , and much much more including over ten live calls and a bunch of email questions. This includes a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Reaction to AEW Dynamite ratings dropping back down sharply this week.
* Review of AEW Rampage from last week.
* Review of AEW Dynamite from last night including the final Revolution PPV push.
* Preview of the AEW Revolution PPV.
* Review of NXT on USA.
* Review of last week's Smackdown and this week's Raw including the latest WrestleMania build.
* A review of last weekend's UFC Fight Night and a look ahead to UFC's PPV this weekend headlined by the return of Jon Jones to the Octagon.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-22-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Sean Radican as they cover these topics: Seth Rollins’ stellar Gauntlet performance, ROH’s new streaming service, comparing the paths of Cody and Dolph Ziggler, the ROH-NJPW relationship and whether it’s become a crutch for ROH, Jeff Jarrett back with WWE for Hall of Fame and could his involvement expand on air or behind the scenes, ROH roster depth including up-and-coming prospects such as Punishment Martinez and Flip Gordon, and more.
Then in a bonus flashback, the "PWT Talks NXT" Dailycast episode from Feb. 21, 2018. In this episode, Kelly Wells, Harley Pageot, Tom Stoup, and Justin James present a Roundtable Review of tonight’s show including the Gargano vs. Almas title vs. NXT Career Match, Nikki Cross’s curious position, Mailbag on the Cruiserweight title moving to TakeOver, plus more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-26-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell discussing with live callers mostly the prior night's Raw and all of the big happenings including the John Cena vs. C.M. Punk classic, the latest on Zeb Colter and Glenn Beck, an Undertaker teaser, WM29 predictions, and more. Also, some TNA discussion at the start of the VIP Aftershow along with email questions on a range of topics.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-19-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell. They discussed a wide of topics with live calls including: Should John Cena have put his WM29 title shot on the line? How is WM line-up shaping up? Is Zeb Colter going too far? Shield's future? They take live calls for 90 minutes and answer email questions in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow for over 30 more minutes.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (February 2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Matt Hardy. They discuss the health of the indy scene, what is being done well and not so well these days, plus his reaction to immersing himself in ROH and the indy scene in recent months. Also, live caller questions on a range of topics including people who have been inspired by Matt through online messages and interaction. In the VIP Aftershow, Hardy answers email questions including backstage stories on Curt Hennig (Hennig's final match before his death was against Matt), the Royal Rumble, and WrestleMania. He also reacts to the breaking news that his brother Jeff has signed a long-term deal with TNA. Why did Jeff sign with TNA? Does this mean he won't go back to WWE? Great insight into Jeff's decision from his brother, plus Matt's thoughts on Jeff's lifestyle changes.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-12-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell discussing a a wide of topics with live calls including: Wrestling dropped from Olympics, Raw ratings, Elimination Chamber hype, Rock-Punk, Zeb & Swagger, Taz's announcing on Impact, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they respond to emails on even more topics.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-15-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Bruce Mitchell who talked about New Day’s pancakes gimmick and its racist history, Ric Flair’s latest bad judgment, keys to WWE Network growth, why WWF hated Dusty Rhodes in 1980s and a look at other former competing promoters/bookers and how they fared including Jerry Lawler, Harley Race, Paul Heyman, and Eric Bischoff, plus some Smackdown reaction including the U.S. Title and Top Ten Rankings.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* How the WrestleMania line-up is shaping up.
* How the AEW Revolution line-up is shaping up.
* Concerns regarding the wind behind the sails of AEW at launch tapering off and whether Tony Khan's booking is prepared for that.
* Potential of Kenny Omega leaving AEW and going to WWE>
* Tony Khan-Ariel Helwani.
* Mailbag questions on an array of topics mixed in throughout.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (February 2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews NWA World Hvt. Champion Nick Aldis, formerly Magnus in TNA Impact Wrestling. This features all three installments that originally were released in February 2018. The topics include:
* The novel approach of the NWA and his upcoming “Aldis Crusade” defending the NWA Title 20 times in 60 days and the ring style differences in the diversity of opponents he'd be facing.
* Valuing old-school approach and what feedback he is getting.
* Austin Idol as his manager, his wrestling philosophy and what common beliefs he disagrees with.
* Who his current favorites are.
* The path A.J. Styles has taken.
* The growth of New Japan’s popularity.
* A crazy story about a dinner he recently had with a WWE official regarding Styles.
* Why he doesn’t agree that every wrestler’s goal should be to get to WWE.
* Why people should remember this conversation in a couple years regarding the future of the NWA.
* His thoughts on Impact Wrestling.
* His thoughts on the arrival of Jeremy Borash, EC3, and Rockstar Spud in WWE.
* And more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-8-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell discussing the Booker T-Corey Graves controversy, 205 Live changes, Smackdown’s new Top Ten, Elimination Chamber developments, the Women’s Elimination Chamber, ROH’s announced Streaming Service launch, Rusev Day, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer Mailbag questions on these topics:
* Why is Nick Aldis a polarizing figure in pro wrestling?
* The latest on the NWA videos produced by Billy Corgan and Dave Lagana
* The WWE Women’s Division and predictions on Elimination Chamber
* Mixed Match Challenge reviews so far.
* Where might Braun Strowman land in WrestleMania line-up
* The Jason Jordan injury and storyline.
* Who should turn between Seth Rollins and Finn Balor
* Could Paul Heyman turn on Brock Lesnar and manage Roman Reigns
* Drew McIntyre’s 2018?
* NXT Takeover possibilities.
* Shinsuke Nakamura
* Shane McMahon-Daniel Bryan
* Heels getting chant-alongs.
* Growth of Women’s Division
* Becky Lynch possibly turning heel.
* And more!
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from the PWTorch VIP podcast "Everything with Rich & Wade." They discuss these topics:
* Remembering Jerry Jarrett and discussing his place in the pro wrestling landscape the last six decades.
* An evaluation of the latest chapters in the Bloodline-Sami Zayn storyline, pro and con, including the Sami-Cody Rhodes segment and the Usos reuniting.
* Thoughts on Paul Heyman touting Roman Reigns for an Emmy and a larger discussion on pro wrestling best actors, ranking the Bloodline members in terms of their acting, and other related sub-topics.
* A preview of WWE Elimination Chamber with match predictions.
NOTE: You can listen to Rich & Wade's additional new podcast covering other topics including AEW and pro wrestling related Super Bowl ads in this week's "Everything with Rich & Wade."
In this week's Interview Classic episodes from ten years ago (2-6-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Dustin Rhodes (a/k/a Goldust) who talks about battling brother Cody at Sunday's Royal Rumble, how did it come about, the evolution of the Goldust character over the years, his favorite matches dating back to Steve Austin pre-WWF days in WCW, he gives his picks future main event stars, and much more including live calls and email questions. Also, Sean "X-Pac" Waltman does run-in at end of the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow. Sit back and listen to two long-time friends discuss future stars, their past, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* Review of NXT Vengeance Day with thoughts on each match and segment, Wes Lee and Dijak's trajectory within WWE, how being back at a major arena changed things, and more.
* Review of NXT on USA and the follow-up to Vengeance Day including the lack of logic to Daba-Kato's return on Apollo Crews, criticism of NXT match finishes, more.
* Review of AEW Rampage and AEW Dynamite including The Gunns beating The Acclaimed for the tag titles, The Elite's athletic but otherwise empty matches, and more.
* Review of Smackdown including the Sami Zayn-Roman Reigns segment and the problem with MJF's promo.
* Review of Raw including the Paul Heyman-Cody Rhodes exchange with a suggestion for a better conclusion and Edge's flailing.
* The latest from New Japan and MMA.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-5-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell discussing Raw with live callers, TNA going on the road, Elimination Chamber developments, Mark Henry's return, Paul Heyman-C.M. Punk, plus VIP Aftershow emails on a variety of other topics including Bruno Sammartino.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-25-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews former WWE Creative Team members Court Bauer and Andrew Goldstein. They discuss these topics: Royal Rumble preview, backstage stories about past Royal Rumble, Vince McMahon, TNA ratings, and much more with live calls throughout the show. This is a fascinating show with tons of insight into the inner-workings of WWE and how the Royal Rumble is put together and executed.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they continue their discussion including the Paul Heyman-Stephanie McMahon dynamic with backstage stories and predictions on Heyman's future with WWE, how Brian Gewirtz got into power and behind the scenes stories on how he could hold court among dignitaries at meetings, and email questions including how meticulously the Rumble is booked in terms of elimination order, how pre-scripted are John Cena's promos and who has helped him with them over the years, why are some wrestlers on Smackdown instead of Raw, and the best "saves" when things went wrong.
PWTorch columnist Greg Parks presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
* The post-main event angle from the Royal Rumble
* A match-by-match review of the Rumble event
* Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley's promos from Raw
* Announced Elimination Chamber matches thus far
* Raw & Smackdown ratings increases of late
* WWE's quarterly conference call
* NXT & AEW going on the road
* Reaction to key points from AEW Dynamite
* Rich's Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl and Kirk Cousins as Mr. Perfect
In this week's Interview Classic episodes from five years ago (1-26-2018 and 2-2-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews two former WWE Creative Team members.
First, Wade's interview with ex-WWE Creative Kevin Eck who gives behind the scenes details on Royal Rumble production and the 2012-2014 events including management and Vince McMahon attitudes toward various wrestlers who were pushed at the time including Sheamus, C.M. Punk, Batista, Daniel Bryan, Ryback, and Drew McIntyre, and then a preview of this weekend’s Rumble.
Then, Wade's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team Member John Piermarini who talks about stars he worked with eight years ago and evaluates their progress, plus he reacts to Ronda Rousey signing, this year’s Royal Rumble results, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-29-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell with lots of Royal Rumble and Raw fallout discussion, plus looking ahead to WrestleMania 29 plans and beyond. Tons of calls, tons of good and bad from the previous night's Raw, and the Rumble dissected and debated.
In this week's 5 Years Ago Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade was joined by Sam Roberts from Sirius XM satellite radio and the Sam Robert Wrestling Podcast to analyze a list of potential WWE Royal Rumble winners, preview NXT Takeover, react to Raw 25, and more on the Thursday Flagship. VIP members get a bonus 23 minutes of Mailbag with Wade and Sam answering email questions! And now the WKPWP has ads and plugs removed for VIP members.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
* Raw 30 with an initial focus on the Bloodline opening segment
* The use of Legends on Raw 30 from Hulk Hogan to Undertaker
* The finish to the Austin Theory vs. Bobby Lashely match with the Brock Lesnar interference
* The monster Raw 30 rating
* A full Royal Rumble preview with predictions
* Mark Briscoe being cleared to wrestle on AEW Dynamite this week
* An overview of the weakness in how AEW booking is set up right now
* The return of Vince McMahon and the resignation of Stephanie
* MLW's new TV deal
* Minnesota Vikings playoff loss and Kirk Cousins bad throw to end an excellent season otherwise for him
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-19-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Justin Roberts headed into Raw’s 25th Anniversary with backstage stories on his years in WWE, insights into what Vince McMahon is like behind the scenes, the Nexus angle he was part of, the rise of Daniel Bryan, and more Raw memories including the Biggest Names in Raw History and a look at WWE’s fan-voted list. Also, an update on what’s he up to these days in wrestling.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow. Justin talks about why Vince McMahon is fascinating, top WWE memories including Daniel Bryan’s rise, surprising rules for women wrestlers, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
* The death of Jay Briscoe and a look at his career
* Impact PPV review
* Reviews of WWE's Smackdown, Raw, and NXT
* A reviews of UFC Fight Night and a look ahead to this weekend's event
* Reviews of AEW Rampage and AEW Dynamite including Top Flight upsetting the Young Bucks, Hangman Page wanting to reconcile with someone, Saraya and Toni Storm's turn, The Acclaimed's latest antics, and more.
* An overview and analysis of the Bushwackers' autobiography.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-17-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They covered these topics: WWE-Fox rumors, Mixed Match Challenge, Lashley future, Paige, Impact and ROH changes, and of course some Vikings talk.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss these topics including Mailbag questions from listeners: Ronda Rousey’s potential WM role, Rockstar Spud’s WWE potential, should WWE announce no. 30 in Rumble, short list of likely Rumble winners, WrestleMania opponent wish list for A.J. Styles, what’s wrong with Smackdown, Curb Stomp, is Daniel Bryan-Shane McMahon the worst storyline of the year at this point, the stupidity of the Jinder Mahal-Bobby Roode idiocy, the dying New Day act, and a look at WWE’s fan-voted list of the Top 25 Raw Moments.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (1-5-2018 & 1-12-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a double-header. First, the second part of his two-part interview with Diamond Dallas Page who provides insights on Triple H, Chris Jericho, Eric Bischoff, Jake Roberts, Scott Hall, Dusty Rhodes, Michael Hayes, and Tom Zenk. This show dropped originally on Jan. 5, 2018.
Then in part two, Wade presents his latest interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member Andrew Goldstein who discusses his time with WWE in the mid-2000s with insights on Vince McMahon, The Miz, the original brand split, John Cena, Roman Reigns, Samoa Joe’s injury, the Women’s Revolution compared to the women’s scene in 2006, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, we present a 10 years ago call-in episode guest hosted by PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net, they discuss with live callers last night's Raw from all angles, the completely lackluster hype for this year's Royal Rumble match, whether The Rock's "concert" promo was offensive, mismanaged expectations on Legends returning to Raw, and more items from Raw. Plus, in the VIP Aftershow, they discuss TNA topics, having to change the way they present PPVs post-Genesis, and other WWE topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with co-host Rich Fann. Wade and Rich discuss Stephanie McMahon announcing her resignation days after Vince McMahon puts himself back in power, what's actually going on, decoding Stephanie's Tweet, and why her resignation isn't likely related to a sale or indicative of a sale being imminent. They discuss that top breaking story from many angles including how it affects AEW. Also, some rapid-fire reactions from AEW and WWE over the past week.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, we present a 10 years ago call-in episode guest hosted by PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell with Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net from Jan. 8, 2013. With live callers and emails, they break down the previous night's Raw from all angles, including the first Rock-C.M. Punk exchange, John Cena's carefree attitude, The Shield's latest attack on Ryback, plus talk some TNA to start 2013, and much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-22-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team members Chris DeJoseph and Andrew Goldstein who review the year 2012 including their picks for year-end awards, provide fascinating and funny backstage stories about Vince McMahon and Michael Hayes, make their WrestleMania 29 predictions, and take live phone calls on a range of other topics including whether Ryback should have been booked to end C.M. Punk's title reign. Really good stuff here that helps you understand what goes on behind the scenes in WWE.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-4-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks to discuss the latest developments regarding the Royal Rumble line-up, but first they constructed the most likely top few matches at WrestleMania and then an alternate line-up if it turned out differently from the default line-up that seemed to be most likely. The Rumble developments included talk about the Men’s Rumble, Women’s Rumble, WWE Title match with A.J. Styles, Sami Zayn, and Kevin Owens, and then some WrestleKingdom talk. They also answered Mailbag questions from listeners.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Sami Zayn's 2023 and the various timelines for him to break from The Bloodline, some WrestleMania line-up speculation including Roman Reigns's list of realistic possible WM opponents, AEW's makeover, Ricky Starks's upside, Charlotte Flair's return, Ronda Rousey's role, a wish-list for Tony Khan and AEW in 2023, the return of NWA Power as a free weekly series, why Impact is recommended programming, WrestleKingdom thoughts, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-28-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss these topics with live callers.
* A 2017 Year-in-Review format with a look at who the winners and losers were.
* A look ahead to 2018.
* Top stars in WWE and who had a good year and a bad year, or a better than expected year or worse than expected year.
* Wrestlers in NXT, Impact, ROH, New Japan, and more, evaluating whether 2017 was good for them or not. From Rusev to Chris Jericho to Braun Strowman to Roman Reigns to Cody to Eli Drake to Dalton Castle to Andrade Cien Almas.
* They sprinkle in the very latest news and happenings on Raw and Smackdown and other TV shows so the analysis of each wrestler’s position at the end of this year is as up to date as possible.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they cover these additional topics:
* The end of the John Cena Full Time Era
* The highs and lows in 2017 and forecast for 2018 for A.J. Styles, Brock Lesnar, the Women’s Divisions with a focus on Bayley and Charlotte, and more.
* Thoughts on Dean Ambrose’s injury and whether it could be good for him, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Jason Jordan.
* Reaction to Vince McMahon’s potential entrance into pro football again and what is a good idea and bad idea and what’s realistic about what he could do with $100 million.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-28-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Diamond Dallas Page taking calls and answering email questions including these topics: Taking Jake Roberts into his home to change his life and improve his health, WCW memories including a scary moment when he and Sting were pulled to the rafters from ringside on a cable, the growing success of DDP Yoga and an update on more wrestlers endorsing or showing interest in the exercise program, his connection to Ryback, limes with Coors Light, and much more.
In this special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, there are two distinct sections. First, PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn is joined by PWTorch's Tyler Sage for a special 2022 Retrospective. This is a simulcast of their PWTorch YouTube Channel "Fireside Chat" that they do each week.
In the second half of today's Flagship, we jump back to a four-part Wade Keller Hotline series reviewing the year 2020 with a march through each of the cover story headlines of the Pro Wrestling Torch Weekly newsletter that year which includes the pre-pandemic happenings and then coverage of all the changes during the pandemic that year.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, we present a 10 years ago call-in episode hosted by Wade discussing the slapstick episode of Raw on Monday & why it undercut WWE's booking, viewership sinking for WWE's Tribute to the Troops show, year-end awards, and more. Then a 31 years ago vintage radio show hosted by Wade doing trivia with callers along with 1991 year-end awards discussions.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-22-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Paul Bearer in what might have been the final interview of his life as he died less than three months later. This more than two-and-a-half hours live with Paul Bearer includes a 45-minute segment that was previously a VIP-exclusive portion with great backstage stories of life on the road with The Freebirds and what it's like to be on the road for the holidays. Lots of caller questions on a wide array of topics including WrestleMania, Undertaker's future, the Hall of Fame, and much much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-22-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Lance Storm from the “Killing the Town” podcast. This second of two installments. Storm talks about the hype for Chris Jericho and Kenny Omega for WrestleKingdom, the rise of Braun Strowman and why it’s working and what could slow it down, the moment Vince McMahon loved something Lance did that he felt doomed him, who would he choose to be his booker if he ran a wrestling company between Paul Heyman and Jim Cornette, thoughts on the career paths Heyman and Cornette have taken, his reaction to Jericho’s career arc and now becoming a big podcast host, does Storm have another in-ring run in him, what is Bret Hart’s legacy, what is John Cena’s legacy likely to be, how big of an opportunity WCW lost with the mismanagement of Sting, Bret Hart, and Goldberg, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn. They start with a discussion about the big tag match on Smackdown next week of John Cena & Kevin Owens vs. Roman Reigns & Sami Zayn, whether Cena's next match will be set up there, and more. Throughout the show they talk about Wrestlers to Watch in 2023 in various contexts including some rising stars who will be tested. Other topics include Ricky Starks, MJF, Chris Jericho, Action Andretti, and much more.In the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, these topics are covered:
* Wrestlers to Watch in 2023 continued, focused on AEW's Women's Division
* Mailbag topic on how few matches and appearances Roman Reigns has on TV and how it compares to MJF, and should either wrestle more?
* Mailbag topic on Rhea Ripley and Dominik
* Mailbag topic on Bronson Reed being linked to Miz?
* Mailbag question about the possibility of a Steve Austin vs. Goldberg match at WrestleMania, and what intriguing possible matches are there for Austin at WrestleMania?
* NXT and AEW ratings comparisons lately.
* AEW's upcoming refresh of their TV entrance set and overall look.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-15-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Lance Storm from the “Killing the Town” podcast and former partner of Chris Jericho and Justin Credible. He talks about Vince McMahon, Roman Reigns, Dusty Rhodes, Charlotte, the State of Wrestling Promos, Ring Entrance Routines, gripes about today’s product, the internal issues in WWE with the writing process, and more. This is part one of two.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-18-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss these topics with live callers.
* In-depth analysis of the big stories coming out of Raw and TLC
* Reaction to new wrestlers on the main roster including Big E. Langston and Cesaro
* Looking ahead to the Royal Rumble.
* Who will be Undertaker's WM29 opponent?
* Who will headline Hall of Fame?
* When will Rock win WWE Title?
* Aces & Eights mystery in TNA
Well over a dozen live calls in the Livecast and then email topics covered rapid-fire in the VIP Aftershow.
In this week's Interview Classic and Flagship hybrid episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost James Caldwell discuss TNA's announcing undercutting heel heat and WWE's failure to promote TLC's new six-man, take live calls well past the one hour mark, and then replay a classic Eric Bischoff Torch Talk excerpt from 2009 with Bischoff talking about firing Steve Austin if he didn't see his potential, Vince McMahon, Monday Night War, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-14-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Travis Bryant from the PWTorch East Coast Cast. They discuss the new WWE Facebook show starting next month, the Kenny Omega-Chris Jericho angle, an ROH Final Battle preview including thoughts on the final hype with Cody and Dalton Castle, Triple H beating Jinder Mahal in India and a verdict on the Jinder push, the state of NXT, and then the Mailbag on a wide array of topics including the state of New Day, Roman Reigns, Broken Matt so far, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Vince McMahon wanting to return, NXT Deadline special, MJF as AEW Champ and a preview of Dynamite, the state of WWE TV content as the year closes, ROH Honor Club announcement, early Eric Bischoff book excerpts, ROH's PPV, the Young Bucks, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-27-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss these topics with live callers.
- In-depth Raw analysis including hype for TLC
- Early Shield
- Which TNA wrestlers might jump
- The Rock at Rumble
- WrestleMania 29 predictions.
And in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer email questions along with Jason Powell's endorsement of the 2012 ROH product and upcoming PPV.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
- Review of WWE Smackdown including the Santos Escobar vs. Ricochet tournament final
- Review of WWE Raw including Dolph Ziggler's interference in Austin Theory vs. Mustafa Ali
- Reaction to Raw, Rampage, and Dynamite TV ratings this week all being down
- Review of AEW Rampage including analysis of the state of the show overall
- Review of AEW Dynamite including the standout Ricky Starks-MJF segment
- Preview of the ROH Final Battle PPV
- Review of NXT on USA
- Preview of NXT Deadline
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (12-1-2017 and 12-8-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews "Cowboy" James Storm. This originally ran in two parts, but it's combined into one long show today. Topics include: His earliest memories of pro wrestling, his WCW jobber experience, early advice from Curt Hennig and Dusty Rhodes, the early years of TNA, Jerry Jarrett’s leadership style, America’s Most Wanted tag team stint, the Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff era, watching A.J. Styles mature into greatness and what makes him so respected among his peers, and more. It’s a great free-flowing conversation with the affable, enthusiastic, and passionate former TNA veteran ready to start phase two of his career, connecting with fans on promos, frustration with the creative process in TNA over the years including going all-in with his Southern Cowboy act, some hilarious road story pranks from his days in TNA, which TNA wrestler would be the best subject of an uncensored reality TV show, which wrestler made him think “I didn’t know God made people that stupid,” who was most interesting to walk with through airports, the arrival of Kurt Angle and what he most learned working in the ring with Angle, Dixie Carter’s strengths and weaknesses, the lack of knowledge of some of today’s pro wrestlers on the history of their business, what happened with his short NXT stint, thoughts on Bobby Roode, A.J. Styles, Samoa Joe, and Eric Young having success in WWE, his favorite memory from TNA, the biggest missed opportunity for TNA, Jeff Jarrett today versus 15 years ago, and more. It’s a great free-flowing conversation with the affable, enthusiastic, and passionate former TNA veteran ready to start phase two of his career.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-7-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell. They dissected the Roman Reigns interview on WWE Network’s new “Straight to the Source” program, 205 Live live events, the Daniel Bryan-Shane McMahon storyline, ROH Final Battle and whether Cody Rhodes vs. Dalton Castle was a worthy PPV main event, some Impact talk, and more including Mailbag questions.
In the first segment of this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-30-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part two of his two-and-a-half hour interview with former WWE Creative Team member John Carle. This is the previously VIP-exclusive segment covering these topics:
- Behind the scenes stories on Vince McMahon pranks on private jet.
- What surprised him most about dealing with McMahon.
- What were Triple H and Cena like to work with.
- Paul Heyman during the WWE-ECW era, and much more.
Then in a bonus second interview from five years ago (12-3-2017), then-independent star Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) talks about his upcoming match on Thursday’s MLW PPV against Joey Ryan. MJF breaks down the other MLW matches and his upcoming appearance for Combat Zone & Beyond Wrestling. Plus, Pat & Greg go over the weekend’s wrestling news and results, including the matches added to WWE Clash of Champions, whether Roman Reigns will win the Royal Rumble, whether we’ll get a women’s Rumble this year, and whether Matt Hardy’s broken gimmick can be effective in WWE.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-27-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss these topics:
- Evaluating the debut promo for The Shield
- Ryback latest promo, Dolph Ziggler jobbing to John Cena
- Titus O'Neil sacrificed to Ryback
- The latest on A.J. Lee-Cena
- Much more with live callers
And in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer email questions along with an extended look at several segments from Impact last week including Brooke Hogan-Bully Ray, and random other topics.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-30-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part one of his two-and-a-half hour interview with former WWE Creative Team member John Carle. This is the Livecast portion of the two-and-a-half hour interview including live phone calls and email questions on a wide range of topics including creative booking decisions during his run from mid-2006 through early-2009 and also thoughts on current pro wrestling happenings.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. Wade and Rich discuss "A Tale of Two Press Conferences," a comparison of Paul Levesque's WWE Survivor Series Q&A to Tony Khan's AEW Full Gear Q&A, including contrasting the philosophies on display in terms of the tone and breaking from storyline and on-air characters. Plus what news came out of the press conferences including the future of WarGames at Survivor Series, how Sami Zayn became a part of Bloodline instead of a brief guest star, how Saraya felt being back in a match, and much more. Plus, of course, some sidebars because it's Rich and Wade.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-20-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's WWE Monday Night Raw including grading the Survivor Series follow-up with Punk and Heyman, Ryback's promo, John Cena-A.J. Lee-Vickie Guerrero segment, plus live calls on a variety of topics including looking ahead to The Rock at Royal Rumble and WrestleMania. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer email questions on even more topics related to Raw.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-23-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Sam Roberts from the “Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast” as they discuss Survivor Series, NXT Takeover, Raw, and Smackdown including Roman Reigns beating The Miz for the IC Title, Miz’s improvement, details of Sam’s recent interview with Miz, the future of The Shield, Andrade Cien Almas beating Drew McIntyre for the NXT Title, what is the main roster potential of both Drew and Almas, War Games, John Cena’s role at Survivor Series, the match order and scoring spoiling Styles vs. Lesnar outcome, Heyman’s promo about Styles, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer Mailbag topics including some Impact Wrestling and Bound for Glory talk, should Jinder Mahal and Singh Brothers cost A.J. Styles his match to save him from jobbing to Brock Lesnar, would you pick Finn Balor over Styles, Adam Cole’s upside and potential WWE limitations, Austin Aries on Chris Jericho Podcast, is ROH positioned to become a stronger no. 2 in the U.S., Ric Flair 30 for 30, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the road ahead for MJF, WWE Survivor Series hype, WarGames matches, Full Gear, AEW's booking, Dominik Mysterio, and more with some Mailbag questions weaved throughout.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (11/17/2017 and 11/24/2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents his two-plus hour interview with “X-Pac” Sean Waltman. They talk about a wide range of topics including:
- The wrestling hosted podcast boom and what it’s been like him to dive head first into that venture with some memories of his early career radio interviews
- How he doesn’t feel he has to hold back in criticizing WWE and other pro wrestling products on his show
- Why he’s still wrestling today
- How he looks at the wrestling industry now compared to 10 or 15 years ago
- How the in-ring style has changed to cut back on concussion risks is concerns about how wrestlers are trained now
- What “WWE Style” was back in the late 1990s and how WWE style is different today
- Which wrestler he most likes to watch now
- What a key is to a good match other than the variety of athletic moves
- The power balance between pro wrestling promoters and wrestlers today compared to ten or twenty years ago
- How have fans changed and are they more critical than years ago
- Does Sean stand by his conspriracy theory from years ago that the so-called "Montreal Screwjob" was maybe, just maybe Bret Hart and Vince McMahon working on it together
- The merits of squash matches in 2017
- Triple H’s addition to the Clique back in the 1990s and whether he’s surprised he’s risen to the position he has in WWE
- Braun Strowman’s rise in the last year
- The future of Undertaker and potential opponents for him at WrestleMania next year
- What makes A.J. Styles so special
- What is John Cena’s legacy or can’t we tell yet
- The work-shoot approach to various promos such as Miz-Daniel Bryan, Roman Reigns-John Cena, Rock-John Cena, and his favorite podcast interviews he’s conducted so far.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-16-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Jerry Jarrett who has strong feelings about the Jerry Lawler heart attack mockery angle by C.M. Punk and Paul Heyman on Raw, his thoughts on last night's TNA Impact, how he's taking to Twitter now that he's signed up, how the industry has changed over the years, whether wrestlers today are better than 30 years ago, his rationale for how he distributed his pay to wrestlers, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
- Reaction to the AEW Dynamite viewership sinking
- Thoughts on the Jon Moxley-MJF build for the PPV
- A review of Rampage with analysis of key matches and segments
- A review of Dynamite including Britt Baker's promo, The Elite announcement
- A full preview with predictions for AEW Full Gear
- A review of WWE Smackdown including The Usos vs. New Day
- A review of WWE Raw including an attempt to reframe Austin Theory
Then, in a bonus segment, the Tony Khan media conference call from earlier today discussing Britt Baker, FTR, the C.M. Punk incident at the last media scrum, and more related to AEW Full Gear.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-16-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net covering these topics: They preview Survivor Series for nearly a full hour with a breakdown of the latest developments including speculation on different directions the booking might go in terms of outcomes and angles. They also answer Mailbag questions and a few other topics including James Ellsworth, Ric Flair "30 for 30," the Tim Storm vs. Nick Aldis match, ROH’s move away from PPV to a WWE Network OTT model, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer Mailbag topics including some Impact Wrestling and Bound for Glory talk, should Jinder Mahal and Singh Brothers cost A.J. Styles his match to save him from jobbing to Brock Lesnar, would you pick Finn Balor over Styles, Adam Cole’s upside and potential WWE limitations, Austin Aries on Chris Jericho Podcast, is ROH positioned to become a stronger no. 2 in the U.S., Ric Flair 30 for 30, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (11-3-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks TNA with live callers for the first 30 minutes, then is joined by Shane Douglas for the next 90-plus minutes to discuss Extreme Rising's next show, the legacy of ECW, not being able to use so many former colleagues on the E.R. shows because of deaths and disabilities, chairshots to the head in wrestling, the dangerous ECW style, whether he regrets throwing the belt down, Paul Heyman, current national TV wrestling, what the pro wrestling industry will be like after Vince McMahon, and much more in this insightful interview.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-6-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell to discuss major changes to Survivor Series, looking ahead to WrestleMania, Ryback-Cena staredown, Brad Maddox's speech, Jerry Lawler, Rey Mysterio touting a WWE Cruiserweight Division, Tensai, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-9-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by senior columnist Bruce Mitchell covering these topics: A review of the Ric Flair ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, the John Cena-Team Smackdown news, Roman Reign returning, A.J. Styles beating Jinder Mahal for the WWE Title and was anything gained from Mahal’s title reign and was Styles damaged and is the WWE Title just a prop, and the Flagship Mailbag with questions about Cena, Jinder, Bray, Survivor Series, the UK scene, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: AEW Full Gear so far including assessing options for MJF going face or heel against Jon Moxley, the Toni Storm vs. Jamie Hayter match, the four-way for the ROH Title, the Eliminator tournament, and additional overall thoughts on the state of AEW. Then they shift to WWE topics including Crown Jewel, Logan Paul's selfie movie during match, Bray Wyatt's latest promo, and more including emails sprinkled in throughout.
In the first part of this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (11-3-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Dave Lagana, a former WWE Creative Team member for five years and a former TNA Creative Team member for five years who also worked behind the scenes during ECW and the ROH stint on HD Net. He now is Vice President of the NWA, recently purchased by Smashing Pumpkin frontman William Corgan. He talked about his journey behind the scenes in pro wrestling including a long stint in WWE in the mid-2000s, and then discusses the lay of the land of the industry as he sees it and what the gameplay is for the NWA under Corgan’s ownership.
In the second interview, from ten years ago (11-7-2012), PWTorch columnists Pat McNeill and Sean Radican interview ROH wrestler Michael Elgin on his ROH run, current non-ROH work, his break-through 2012, what's in store for the future, and more topics with live callers sprinkled in.
This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-2-2012) features Wade Keller interviewing Sean "X-Pac" Waltman, one of the most popular guests, who is back with insight on Attitude Era, Hogan sex tape, Linda McMahon campaign, Rick Rude as a potential top centerpiece star for Vince McMahon, Scott Hall's son, Billy Graham, Brad Armstrong, concussions, steroids, the new WWE '13 video game, voting, and more. These are always Must-listen interviews. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
Then, a 20-years ago flashback to Paul Heyman appearing on Wade's "Pro Wrestling Focus" radio show on KFAN in 1992 predicting Steve Austin's rise as the top star to lead wrestling into the next century, discussing how he became a pro wrestling fan, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn. They discuss these topics: WWE Q3 financials, Vince McMahon investigation ending, Paul Levesque's weakness with finishes and rationale for slow pace of changes, Mike Tyson-AEW, Bray Wyatt's prospects, The Acclaimed's popularity, Jeff Jarrett in AEW, Colt Cabana's AEW return, Crown Jewel preview including how Logan Paul has done under this spotlight, and more.
This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-26-2012) is a special double-header. First, PWTorch editor Wade Keller Keller's guests were wrestling author Irv Muchnick and political reporter Daniela Altimari from the Hartford Courant discussing Linda McMahon's Senate campaign just days before the election.
Then, a 20-years ago flashback to Paul Heyman appearing on Wade's "Pro Wrestling Focus" radio show on KFAN in 1992 predicting Steve Austin's rise as the top star to lead wrestling into the next century, discussing how he became a pro wrestling fan, and much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-27-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents his interview with “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase discussing the ups and downs of his career and his son’s Ted Jr. in the WWF and elsewhere, including how he chronicled his career and post-pro wrestling life in his new autobiographical documentary. The conversation includes talk about WWE’s schedule and whether it’s “family friendly” and some talk about Bill Watts’s approach to presenting pro wrestling compared to Vince McMahon.
Then in a bonus segment, Jim Valley's interview with former wrestler and current president of the Cauliflower Alley Club B. Brian Blair from five years ago (11-1-2017). He tells stories about driving with Jerry Lawler, having to stretch a fan of Dusty Rhodes, and his new comic book project. Plus he announces – for the first time anywhere – three of the 2018 honorees at the Cauliflower Alley Club Reunion in Las Vegas.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-26-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell and they discuss a wide range of topics in pro wrestling including WWE TLC, Raw’s Under Siege angle and the fan psychology of disliking or liking the angle, Keller’s exchanges with Dolph Ziggler about the Under Siege angle, hype for Brock Lesnar vs. Jinder Mahal, the Jeff Jarrett-Impact Wrestling breakup, the latest on the new Billy Corgan NWA, Ultimate Warrior, and more, plus answers to listener emails.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer Mailbag topics including Sami Zayn’s heel run, could Vince McMahon lose faith in Roman Reigns in part because he missed TLC, Dolph Ziggler and Bobby Roode’s feud and gimmicks, the continued glorification of the vile hate-filled bigot Ultimate Warrior, Survivor Series captains, and more. Plus some non-wrestling talk on Curb Your Enthusiasm, Walking Dead, Minnesota Vikings quarterback talk, and Aaron Rogers talk.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-30-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell analyzing the fallout from WWE Hell in a Cell on Raw, the John Cena-A.J. Styles soap opera, Survivor Series, Ryback's promo, a heel ref, and more with live calls. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they answer listener emails regarding Raw, TNA, the NWA Title, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist and PWTorch VIP podcaster. They discuss these topics:
- Grading Paul Levesque's so far, including whether he should be judged on a different criteria than other promoter/bookers who have preceded him due to changes in WWE's business.
- Discussion on C.M. Punk's likely departure from AEW, reassessing the All Out meltdown, evaluating his influence on AEW on and off camera, looking at how things could have been different, and more angles and aspects of his AEW stint and meltdown.
- Bray Wyatt's return to TV and march through Greg Parks's feature column in this week's upcoming newsletter looking at six key questions about this chapter in Bray's WWE stint.
Emails on the above topics are sprinkled in to help guide the discussion and provide perspectives from listeners.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-20-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part two of his new interview with Jim Ross followed by a vintage interview from 25 years ago this weekend with Road Warrior Hawk. In the hour-long Ross interview, he discusses how fans have changed over the decades and if that affects his approach to announcing, key historical turning points including what if Bill Watts and not Jim Crockett was Vince McMahon’s early primary competitors, could a more sports-like presentation of pro wrestling have taken over the country instead of “sports entertainment” promoted by Vince, the challenge of getting over a babyface in 2017, and more.
In the vintage Hawk interview from John Arezzi’s “Pro Wrestling Spotlight” radio show in October 1992, Hawk talks about his decision to leave the WWF, compares working for Jim Crockett vs. Vince McMahon, the possibility of a union forming for wrestlers, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
- Reaction to the legit KO of "Hangman" Page during his AEW Title match against Jon Moxley and the subsequent angle and how it was all handled with extra time to fill.
- Full review of AEW Dynamite from Tuesday including the major MJF-William Regal segment and the ROH Title match between Chris Jericho and Dalton Castle.
- A review of NXT including a debate about how the NXT regulars were treated against WWE main roster wrestlers, in particular Roxanne Perez.
- A preview of NXT Halloween Havoc coming up on on Saturday.
- Full reviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE Raw including the return of Bray Wyatt to live TV.
- A review of AAA's TripleMania III including the crazy production values.
- A review of the latest New Japan live events.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-19-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed Booker T including these topics: Ryback's elevation, racism in wrestling, his autobiography detailing prison time and start in wrestling, Mark Henry's push last year, Mike Graham's death, the worst advice he ever got, and more in this wide-spanning interview with live calls and email questions.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-19-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by two special guests on a special double-header edition of the WKPWP Flagship. First, Jonny Fairplay of Survivor and TNA fame talks about attending Raw on Monday night in the front row, a review of his first Fozzy concert a week ago, his recent autograph show with Bully Ray (Bubba Ray Dudley), Sting, and Lex Luger, his analysis of the latest NXT happenings, and Flagship Mailbag questions. Then PWTorch staff contributor Sean Radican joins the show to talk about ROH Global Wars, the Jimmy Jacobs controversy, Cody’s claim to be pro wrestling top draw and an evaluation of how he’s doing so far outside of WWE, the upside of Johnny Gargano and the Undisputed Era, the Flagship Mailbag, and more. It’s a jam-packed record-length show.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-13-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller's guest is Jim Ross, who discusses his career and his new autobiography chronicling his career, “Slobberknocker.” He discusses the process of writing the book, developing his announcing style, and how difficult it has been finishing book after the death of his wife Jan and how he’s coping with the loss.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-12-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team members Seth Mates and Andrew Goldstein. They react to news of Brian Gewirtz stepping down from his role as head writer and top deputy to Vince McMahon with insights into Gewirtz's contributions and how he presented himself behind the scenes as a leader, including pushing Vince McMahon to push fresh names. They also share a lot of Vince McMahon stories and other stories from their time working behind the scenes in WWE.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-9-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell discuss the news of the week including an eyewitness details Punk punching fan, WWE Creative shake-up, Raw ratings up, and a variety of topics brought up by live callers. In the VIP Aftershow, they list the likely candidates for Aces & Eights, discuss whether Ryback could be the next big thing, look ahead to WWE's top tier of heels and babyfaces a few years from now, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-12-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Sam Roberts from the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast including in-depth conversations on hot topics in WWE including breaking news on Neville walking out on WWE this week, pros and cons of the Shane McMahon vs. Kevin Owens HIAC match, how much A.J. Styles might be hurt by losing to Baron Corbin, and much more including mailbag topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics: Bray Wyatt's return, the latest fun with The Bloodline, Seth Rollins saying he and Roman Reigns are top of industry, MJF, AEW Dynamite anniversary show pros and cons, The Acclaimed, Brock Lesnar return, Saraya, and more.
In the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk Raw ratings for the season premiere and then respond to email questions from listeners on a variety of AEW and WWE topics including Gunther's upside, War Games, MJF's face turn, future of WWE roster split, women's division, a sense of AEW losing momentum, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-6-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents his vintage 1991 interview with Memphis wrestling announcing legend Lance Russell, who died earlier that week at the age of 91. Lance talks about working with Jerry Lawler, a young Paul Heyman, Curt Hennig, the Rock & Roll Express, and many other big names. He also talks about the art of pro wrestling and what it takes to be a good wrestling announcer. The one-hour interview is preceded by a new introduction from Randy Hales, a longtime friend of Lance who currently is the manager of Jerry Lawler’s restaurant in Memphis. Hales spent many years working behind the scenes and sometimes on air in Memphis wrestling.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago, PWTorch editor Wade Keller's guest is Victoria/Tara, who discusses her departure from WWE, her Knockouts title match at Bound for Glory, her advice for younger women wrestlers, and more.
Then in a bonus interview from ten years ago (9-27-2012), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell interview Ernest "the Cat" Miller on topics including Brodus Clay using his act in WWE, how it was arranged for him to work with James Brown in WCW, the back-story on Cat-Bo, whether he would like to return to WWE, Garett Bischoff in TNA, his current MMA work (WCL.com), and more topics! In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill & Caldwell look at the upcoming Live Events schedule and touch on NFL topics.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-2-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss Raw ratings analysis, Ryback's odd match with Tensai, and take live calls on a variety of WWE topics. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they dissect Aces & Eights developments, Austin Aries as TNA Champion, and more including several email questions.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-5-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell. They discuss the hot topics of the week out of WWE including the reunion of The Shield, Hell in a Cell hype, the latest thoughts on Jinder Mahal’s push, the latest with Enzo, Billy Corgan purchasing the NWA and what their plans are as of now, and then mailbag questions. Mailbag topics included an indy faction idea for WWE, will A.J. Styles vs. Shinsuke Nakamura ever happen in WWE, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the latest state of Impact Wrestling, Miz’s push, Strowman against either Goldberg or Kane, how about keeping Shield together as a faction like the Horsemen for years, the Shane McMahon marijuana company controversy with Linda McMahon, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
- The eclectic life and career of Antonio Inoki
- The Sammy Guevara-Andrade bickering
- Tony Khan's leadership
- The PWTorch Twitter poll showing better grades for WWE's 2022 than AEW's 2022
- The increasingly apparent gap left by absence of C.M. Punk, Young Bucks, Kenny Omega, Cody
- Some sloppy booking in AEW lately with some of the mid-card filler
- QR code easter eggs everywhere
- Who will join Bray Wyatt's new group
- Full WWE Extreme Rules preview
- War Games speculation
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (9-29-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller's guest is WWE ex-Creative Team writer Kevin Eck (circa 2011-2014) who gives his insights from working behind the scenes in WWE for years, with a focus on Roman Reigns-John Cena, the prospects of a Shield reunion, Enzo’s bizarre push this week, the prospects of a Shield reunion, did Cena really have a rep for being a career-killer, and much more including email questions.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-21-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller's guest is wrestling historian/author George Schire discussing the history of promotions trying to replace top stars, why some promotions were successful and others failed, whether WWE is prepared for the day when John Cena has to be replaced as the top star in the company, stories from the territory era, and more wrestling knowledge!
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-21-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller's guest is wrestling historian/author George Schire discussing the history of promotions trying to replace top stars, why some promotions were successful and others failed, whether WWE is prepared for the day when John Cena has to be replaced as the top star in the company, stories from the territory era, and more wrestling knowledge!
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-19-2012), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch editor Wade Keller host a "Super Main Event Livecast" edition with Wednesday host Pat McNeill on vacation. Caldwell & Keller discuss with live callers the day's big news on Jerry Lawler and John Cena, how WWE will handle the vacant announce seat while Lawler is out, could Cena fill Lawler's slot while injured, why didn't WWE run an injury angle with Cena before the injury, whether WWE might hold off Cena-Punk for Survivor Series for Cena to prevent one full year for Punk, random vs. natural tag teams in wrestling, WWE's rumored alliance with All-Japan Pro Wrestling, TNA angles including Aces & Eights, and much more. In bonus time, Keller registers the name Enis Park as the potential third personality of Abyss for the record, Caldwell breaks down the Live Events Center, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-19-2012), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch editor Wade Keller host a "Super Main Event Livecast" edition with Wednesday host Pat McNeill on vacation. Caldwell & Keller discuss with live callers the day's big news on Jerry Lawler and John Cena, how WWE will handle the vacant announce seat while Lawler is out, could Cena fill Lawler's slot while injured, why didn't WWE run an injury angle with Cena before the injury, whether WWE might hold off Cena-Punk for Survivor Series for Cena to prevent one full year for Punk, random vs. natural tag teams in wrestling, WWE's rumored alliance with All-Japan Pro Wrestling, TNA angles including Aces & Eights, and much more. In bonus time, Keller registers the name Enis Park as the potential third personality of Abyss for the record, Caldwell breaks down the Live Events Center, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from PWTorch.com. They discuss these topics:
- Is Sami Zayn becoming a ratings draw? Did he help pop Smackdown's big viewership last Friday?
- How Solo Sikoa is already shining and adding another dimension to the superb Bloodline faction storylines.
- Review of two-hour AEW Rampage special including thoughts on AEW not doing enough to make Sting matches feel special, are too many dangerous bumps taking place in AEW, what's up with the Ricky Starks-Will Hobbs feud, and Hangman Page earning an AEW Title match in the battle royal.
- Thoughts on Tony Khan promising video packages for some of his newer wrestlers in big matches on Dynamite this week.
- The Extreme Rules line-up so far.
- Liv Morgan's job performance in the role she's been given lately.
- Ric Flair saying he isn't retired.
- Is Kevin Owens a possible perennial main eventer again and is he off to a good start under Paul Levesque's booking?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from PWTorch.com. They discuss these topics:
- Is Sami Zayn becoming a ratings draw? Did he help pop Smackdown's big viewership last Friday?
- How Solo Sikoa is already shining and adding another dimension to the superb Bloodline faction storylines.
- Review of two-hour AEW Rampage special including thoughts on AEW not doing enough to make Sting matches feel special, are too many dangerous bumps taking place in AEW, what's up with the Ricky Starks-Will Hobbs feud, and Hangman Page earning an AEW Title match in the battle royal.
- Thoughts on Tony Khan promising video packages for some of his newer wrestlers in big matches on Dynamite this week.
- The Extreme Rules line-up so far.
- Liv Morgan's job performance in the role she's been given lately.
- Ric Flair saying he isn't retired.
- Is Kevin Owens a possible perennial main eventer again and is he off to a good start under Paul Levesque's booking?
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-21-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell to discuss Ric Flair’s People Magazine interview vowing to give up drinking and be an inspiration, Charlotte’s return to Raw to talk about her father, the return of Starrcade this Thanksgiving weekend, the WWE Bobby Heenan tribute, Roman Reigns’s solo promo, Brock Lesnar vs. Braun Strowman hype, Jinder Mahal’s promo, Dolph Ziggler’s ring entrances, Shane’s promo, and more including Mailbag questions.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-21-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell to discuss Ric Flair’s People Magazine interview vowing to give up drinking and be an inspiration, Charlotte’s return to Raw to talk about her father, the return of Starrcade this Thanksgiving weekend, the WWE Bobby Heenan tribute, Roman Reigns’s solo promo, Brock Lesnar vs. Braun Strowman hype, Jinder Mahal’s promo, Dolph Ziggler’s ring entrances, Shane’s promo, and more including Mailbag questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-18-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss Jim Ross & JBL joining a newly de-tooled Michael Cole in Jerry Lawler's absence, the third hour of Raw badly drags again, Jason's obsession with Jared from Subway and Wade introduces Jason to the Quizno's kitchen alien rat mascot, Hell in a Cell forecasts, and more with live calls and emails. In the VIP Aftershow they answer more email questions and discuss why Mike Tenay never seems to age.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-18-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss Jim Ross & JBL joining a newly de-tooled Michael Cole in Jerry Lawler's absence, the third hour of Raw badly drags again, Jason's obsession with Jared from Subway and Wade introduces Jason to the Quizno's kitchen alien rat mascot, Hell in a Cell forecasts, and more with live calls and emails. In the VIP Aftershow they answer more email questions and discuss why Mike Tenay never seems to age.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back to a segment of Wade's 2005 interview with Jeff Hardy talking about his career including WWE and TNA. Then they shift to 75 minutes of live calls with Wade and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussing the latest on Jerry Lawler and more current events.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back to a segment of Wade's 2005 interview with Jeff Hardy talking about his career including WWE and TNA. Then they shift to 75 minutes of live calls with Wade and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussing the latest on Jerry Lawler and more current events.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
- AEW Grand Slam preview
- AEW turmoil behind the scenes including who will survive into next year - Young Bucks or C.M. Punk?
- MJF strengths and weaknesses since his return
- Bray Wyatt
- Logan Paul vs. Roman Reigns at Crown Jewel
- WarGames at Survivor Series
PLUS A VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW feature listener email topics:
- Sami Zayn as 24/7 Champion?
- WWE TV Title pros and cons?
- FTR's status.
- Bucks conduct as EVPs more serious than Punk's Media Q&A conduct?
- More.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
- AEW Grand Slam preview
- AEW turmoil behind the scenes including who will survive into next year - Young Bucks or C.M. Punk?
- MJF strengths and weaknesses since his return
- Bray Wyatt
- Logan Paul vs. Roman Reigns at Crown Jewel
- WarGames at Survivor Series
PLUS A VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW feature listener email topics:
- Sami Zayn as 24/7 Champion?
- WWE TV Title pros and cons?
- FTR's status.
- Bucks conduct as EVPs more serious than Punk's Media Q&A conduct?
- More.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-7-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview John Philapavage, a documentary maker raising funds to finish his ECW documentary featuring an unprecedented number of interviews with ECW wrestlers, promoters, behind-the-scenes workers, and reporters shortly after ECW folded over ten years ago and in recent months catching up with where key people are today. He talks about the journey he's been on for the past dozen years and where he wants to go with the project including hopes it'll be the type of documentary to get widespread attention outside of the wrestling fan audience.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-7-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview John Philapavage, a documentary maker raising funds to finish his ECW documentary featuring an unprecedented number of interviews with ECW wrestlers, promoters, behind-the-scenes workers, and reporters shortly after ECW folded over ten years ago and in recent months catching up with where key people are today. He talks about the journey he's been on for the past dozen years and where he wants to go with the project including hopes it'll be the type of documentary to get widespread attention outside of the wrestling fan audience.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (8-18-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy. He tells some Vince McMahon stories, talks about the writing process and the dynamic between creative team and producers, reaction to John Cena-Roman Reigns segments the last three weeks and an update on Reigns’s progress trying to establish himself as the top star, Dolph Ziggler talk, Indy Streaming potential, and much more including emails.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (8-18-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy. He tells some Vince McMahon stories, talks about the writing process and the dynamic between creative team and producers, reaction to John Cena-Roman Reigns segments the last three weeks and an update on Reigns’s progress trying to establish himself as the top star, Dolph Ziggler talk, Indy Streaming potential, and much more including emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with cohost Rich Fann, a Pro Wrestling Torch columnist.
The latest expectations on the C.M. Punk, Young Bucks, Tony Khan controversy including what has gone right and wrong with Punk's year stint with AEW on and off camera.
Reaction to Dynamite's ratings surge this week.
Analysis of key Dynamite segments including AEW Title Tournament semi-finals, Keith Lee & Swerve Strickland vs. The Lucha Bros., whether The Acclaimed are likely to win belts next week, MJF's promo and whether the "contract dispute" saga has hurt his act, Stokely Hathaway's promo and new faction, and more.
Reaction to Paul Levesque's interview on Aerial Helwani podcast, what questions weren't asked, what Levesque revealed about his perspective taking over WWE Creative, and more.
Thoughts on the possibility of Raw getting its WWE Title back and rumors on how it might happen.
Key talking points from WWE TV over the last week including Solo Sikoa, Sami Zayn and The Bloodline, Johnny Gargano-Austin Theory-Kevin Owens, and more.This is the first half of the show, the first two hours. The second half of the show, the second two hours, is posted at the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show feed. Search "Wade Keller" on your podcast app to also subscribe free to that or find it at our Wade Keller Post-show home page here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/wkpwps
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with cohost Rich Fann, a Pro Wrestling Torch columnist.
The latest expectations on the C.M. Punk, Young Bucks, Tony Khan controversy including what has gone right and wrong with Punk's year stint with AEW on and off camera.
Reaction to Dynamite's ratings surge this week.
Analysis of key Dynamite segments including AEW Title Tournament semi-finals, Keith Lee & Swerve Strickland vs. The Lucha Bros., whether The Acclaimed are likely to win belts next week, MJF's promo and whether the "contract dispute" saga has hurt his act, Stokely Hathaway's promo and new faction, and more.
Reaction to Paul Levesque's interview on Aerial Helwani podcast, what questions weren't asked, what Levesque revealed about his perspective taking over WWE Creative, and more.
Thoughts on the possibility of Raw getting its WWE Title back and rumors on how it might happen.
Key talking points from WWE TV over the last week including Solo Sikoa, Sami Zayn and The Bloodline, Johnny Gargano-Austin Theory-Kevin Owens, and more.This is the first half of the show, the first two hours. The second half of the show, the second two hours, is posted at the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show feed. Search "Wade Keller" on your podcast app to also subscribe free to that or find it at our Wade Keller Post-show home page here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/wkpwps
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-11-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the on-air heart attack of Jerry Lawler. They are joined for 20 minutes by a cardiologist who explains what brings on heart attacks and how WWE was prepared for and handled this emergency on Monday night. Then they take live calls discussing Lawler. In the VIP Aftershow they talk about other elements of Raw and more about the Lawler situation.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-11-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the on-air heart attack of Jerry Lawler. They are joined for 20 minutes by a cardiologist who explains what brings on heart attacks and how WWE was prepared for and handled this emergency on Monday night. Then they take live calls discussing Lawler. In the VIP Aftershow they talk about other elements of Raw and more about the Lawler situation.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (8-24-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interview former pro wrestling manager Randy Hales on Memphis wrestling, memories of working with Jerry Lawler, the territory era of pro wrestling, road stories, whether Jerry Lawler is the best pro wrestling interview ever, and much more! Live callers participate in the show throughout. Plus, the VIP Aftershow includes a clip from Wade Keller interviewing Jerry Lawler on his KFAN radio show in 1992. Hear some interesting thoughts from Lawler at that time in his career including how being an artist opened the door to becoming a pro wrestler, the Andy Kauffman-David Letterman story, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (8-24-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interview former pro wrestling manager Randy Hales on Memphis wrestling, memories of working with Jerry Lawler, the territory era of pro wrestling, road stories, whether Jerry Lawler is the best pro wrestling interview ever, and much more! Live callers participate in the show throughout. Plus, the VIP Aftershow includes a clip from Wade Keller interviewing Jerry Lawler on his KFAN radio show in 1992. Hear some interesting thoughts from Lawler at that time in his career including how being an artist opened the door to becoming a pro wrestler, the Andy Kauffman-David Letterman story, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-6-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with a new lengthy introduction by Mick Karch discussing the three generations of Hennigs – Larry, Curt, and Joe (a/k/a Curtis Axel) – with a journey through their careers. Then we present an all-star panel discussion from this summer’s George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame with Jim Ross, J.J. Dillon, Stan Hansen, Baron Von Raschke, and Larry “The Axe” Hennig himself.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-6-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with a new lengthy introduction by Mick Karch discussing the three generations of Hennigs – Larry, Curt, and Joe (a/k/a Curtis Axel) – with a journey through their careers. Then we present an all-star panel discussion from this summer’s George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame with Jim Ross, J.J. Dillon, Stan Hansen, Baron Von Raschke, and Larry “The Axe” Hennig himself.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-7-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch staff member Sean Radican for the weekly Thursday Flagship. They delve into the GFW Impact situation regarding Jeff Jarrett and their viability going forward, plus what they’ve meant to pro wrestling and why they come up short of ever being the “cool brand.” Also, in-depth analysis of the Mae Young Tournament so far, then a fascinating look at WWE’s relationships with various indy promotions and a review of all of the various pro wrestling streaming services that are out there.
Then in a bonus segment, PWTorch.com’s Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek talk about Thursday’s Impact Wrestling with callers. They start the show talking the breaking news this week that Jeff Jarrett was placed on an indefinite leave from GFW. They also talk about the SI story, where it’s being reported Anthem Sports is looking to sell GFW. Towards the end of the show, they get to this week’s episode of Impact, which included Eli Drake vs. Matt Sydal for the GFW Title.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-7-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch staff member Sean Radican for the weekly Thursday Flagship. They delve into the GFW Impact situation regarding Jeff Jarrett and their viability going forward, plus what they’ve meant to pro wrestling and why they come up short of ever being the “cool brand.” Also, in-depth analysis of the Mae Young Tournament so far, then a fascinating look at WWE’s relationships with various indy promotions and a review of all of the various pro wrestling streaming services that are out there.
Then in a bonus segment, PWTorch.com’s Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek talk about Thursday’s Impact Wrestling with callers. They start the show talking the breaking news this week that Jeff Jarrett was placed on an indefinite leave from GFW. They also talk about the SI story, where it’s being reported Anthem Sports is looking to sell GFW. Towards the end of the show, they get to this week’s episode of Impact, which included Eli Drake vs. Matt Sydal for the GFW Title.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-4-2012), host Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discuss with live callers the previous night's Raw, focusing on the Paul Heyman and C.M. Punk alliance - how will they co-exist on TV with Punk seemingly a lone wolf-type, will this lead to a Punk & Brock tag match, and more questions explored. Plus, calls on other items from Raw. In the VIP Aftershow, Wade & Bruce take email questions on a variety of topics.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-4-2012), host Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discuss with live callers the previous night's Raw, focusing on the Paul Heyman and C.M. Punk alliance - how will they co-exist on TV with Punk seemingly a lone wolf-type, will this lead to a Punk & Brock tag match, and more questions explored. Plus, calls on other items from Raw. In the VIP Aftershow, Wade & Bruce take email questions on a variety of topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-hosts Nick Hausman from WrestlingInc and Eric Krol from PWTorch. They streamed the show live and talked with callers for four hours almost exclusively about the C.M. Punk, Young Bucks, Tony Khan, Hangman Page, Kenny Omega turmoil, the media Q&A comments from Punk that sparked a backstage fight afterward, the possible ramifications, and so much more from so many angles.
This is the first half of the show, the first two hours. The second half of the show, the second two hours, is posted at the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show feed. Search "Wade Keller" on your podcast app to also subscribe free to that or find it at our Wade Keller Post-show home page here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/wkpwps
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-hosts Nick Hausman from WrestlingInc and Eric Krol from PWTorch. They streamed the show live and talked with callers for four hours almost exclusively about the C.M. Punk, Young Bucks, Tony Khan, Hangman Page, Kenny Omega turmoil, the media Q&A comments from Punk that sparked a backstage fight afterward, the possible ramifications, and so much more from so many angles.
This is the first half of the show, the first two hours. The second half of the show, the second two hours, is posted at the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show feed. Search "Wade Keller" on your podcast app to also subscribe free to that or find it at our Wade Keller Post-show home page here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/wkpwps
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (9-4-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Alex Greenfield who breaks down his interpretation of the Roman Reigns-John Cena segment, the McMahon family quirks behind the scenes, how he got his WWE gig, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-24-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Gabe Sapolsky, the co-creator and longtime booker of ROH and now DGUSA and Evolve, about changing style due to concussions, what C.M. Punk, Samoa Joe, Daniel Bryan, and Austin Aries were like "before they were stars" outside of ROH, how he is adjusting the in-ring style of DGUSA because of concussions, thoughts on the current WWE, TNA, and ROH products, the transition from DVD to iPPV, the importance of babyfaces and heels and how he approaches it differently than WWE does, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-28-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer email questions on a wide variety of topics including last night's Raw headlined by C.M. Punk vs. Jerry Lawler. Also, the three hour format begins to wear on viewers, in-depth on Triple H's retirement speech, plus live calls and emails on a wide range of other subjects.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
- A march through AEW All Out line-up and evaluating the hype and the pacing of the card taking shape.
- The Jon Moxley-C.M. Punk situation.
- Can Kenny Omega be AEW's top star ever, or should that even still be a goal?
- Paul Levesque's booking aesthetic revealing itself over the last four weeks, including specifics from last night's Raw.
- A preview of the Clash at the Castle line-up, including whether Drew McIntyre might beat Roman Reigns and whether that's a good idea at this point.
- Riddle showing more of an edge, and is Levesque playing with fire at all with his new demeanor?
- Thoughts on Dexter Lumis-Miz storyline and where it might go?
- More!
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-17-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Undertaker's longtime manager Paul Bearer who answers more than a dozen email questions plus Keller's questions on a wide range of topics including:
- Which new main eventer Undertaker gave an ultimate endorsement to.
- Which wrestler did Taker say is the "last of the old school wrestlers."
- Which WrestleMania opponent was Taker unhappy with
- Does Bearer want Taker to make another comeback?
- Which wrestler would he like to manage.
- The origination of the Kane gimmick
- Thoughts on working with Kane behind the scenes.
- Which wrestler babysat Bearer's kids?
- Early memories of Steve Austin and Ultimate Warrior in World Class Wrestling in Dallas.
- The demise of the Von Erich family.
- The fall of World Class Championship Wrestling.
- What he hated most about his on-air role with WWE.
- And more, including stories he said he has never revealed before.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-24-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Sam Roberts from the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast and also a panelist on the WWE Kickoff Shows. They talk about the fallout from a busy four days in WWE from NXT Takeover and the debut of Adam Cole to Robert Roode’s title loss and subsequent Smackdown debut. Also, what the heck was up with the John Cena and Roman Reigns dynamic, the Brock Lesnar vs. Braun Strowman match, and more. They also answer mailbag questions from listeners on Jinder Mahal, Beach Balls, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss these topics:
- The Jon Moxley vs. C.M. Punk title match and forecast what's likely next and what various options really exist.
- A full Dynamite review including All Out line-up taking shape.
- A full review of the latest Rampage and some thoughts on the direction of the show overall.
- A review of WWE Smackdown including the Drew McIntyre-Roman Reigns face-to-face and the thoroughly enjoyable Sami Zayn.
- A review of WWE Raw including Johnny Gargano's surprise debut, Dexter Lumis abducting Miz, Edge vs. Damain Priest, and more.
- During the Raw review, a sidebar discussion on Charlotte's interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin with a discussion about authenticity on sit-down interviews compared to on-air characters, and how the difference wouldn't be great with pro wrestling's historical top draws in those two situations like it is today with some acts.
- A review of NXT including Dexter Lumis showing up there.
- A review of UFC 278 with an amazing main event and other newsworthy happenings.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (8-18-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews 15 year veteran WWE ring announcer Lilian Garcia. She talked about her new show on Podcast One and interviews with Samoa Joe and Batista in her first two shows, plus her unlikely journey to WWE, being a pro wrestling fan and a Ric Flair fan in particular, a strange WWE audition, getting acclimated to the unwritten rules of trying to be accepted despite being seen as an outsider using WWE as a stepping stone, her decision to leave WWE, why she returned, whether management ever treated her poorly, advice to people arriving in WWE in various positions, highs and lows of her WWE career, her thoughts on Vince McMahon, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-21-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell they take live phone calls and answer email questions on a wide variety of topics including last night's Raw with Summerslam fallout including Triple H teasing retirement, Brock quitting WWE, Punk attacking Lawler, Chris Jericho's departure, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-17-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for the Thursday Flagship episode. They presented an in-depth Summerslam Preview, talked about the controversial crowd response to Jinder Mahal’s India Independence celebration, plus the Listener Mailbag on War Games, Miz, NXT’s future, Jason Jordan, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-17-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Undertaker's longtime manager Paul Bearer, who talks about his entire career including his days as Percy Pringle III in Florida and Texas. The interview is three hours total, and this is the first half of the interview featuring live caller questions on a variety of other topics including Undertaker, the Hall of Fame, Jimmy Hart, Vince McMahon, Kane, Isaac Yankem, and Boy Tony.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-14-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer email questions on a wide variety of topics including last night's Raw with the final hype for Summerslam with a big angle at the end with Triple H, Brock Lesnar, and Shawn Michaels. Also, A.W. continues to speak out about his firing. Does he have a valid gripe with how WWE handled it? Live calls throughout the show, plus in the VIP Aftershow a dozen email questions on other topics including WWE, TNA, and ROH.
In this special "Interview Thursday" episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade talks with former Head Writer at WWE Brian Gewirtz about his 15 years writing WWE alongside Vince McMahon, his new book titled “There’s Just One Problem…: True Tales from the Former, One-Time, 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE” chronicling those 15 years. This discuss a wide range of topics including the departure of Vince McMahon and his thoughts on Paul Levesque as his replacement, what has he noticed so far from watching WWE TV the last two weeks, insights into the process off writing and formatting Raw and Smackdown, how the subtitle of his book came from a Pro Wrestling Torch Yearbook article, Pro Wrestling’s Most Influential List, and much more.Gewirtz's book was just released this week.
You can order it from a small independent book store we recommend, Drury Lane Books in Grand Marais, Minn., at this link: https://drurylanebooks.indielite.org/book/9781538710531
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann. They discuss these topics:
- WWE 2022 Q2 Financials analysis including how Vince McMahon was and wasn't spoken of, the dynamic between Stephanie McMahon and Nick Khan, what numbers jumped out as meaningful and which ones didn't, and more.
- The changing landscape of streaming and how it might affect WWE.
- Continuing thoughts on Paul Levesque's booking so far including what the top themes are for his style compared to Vince McMahon.
- Is Drew McIntyre reasserting himself successfully as an alpha top-top star in WWE, plus expanded thoughts on the Kevin Owens-Drew segment last night on Raw.
- Reaction to the adjustment to Riddle's character, and should RVD join him?
- Early evaluation of Bayley after her return from injury hiatus.
- Thoughts on the return of Hit Row.
- Will Tony Khan adjust to having essentially new competition and in what ways should he adjust.
- A preview of the House of Dragon's themed Dynamite tomorrow night, a weaker line-up of matches than is typical for a themed episode of AEW TV.
- Which wrestlers should AEW focus on going into fall.
- And more topics scattered throughout.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (July 2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed J.J. Dillon and Stan Hanse in Waterloo, Iowa at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center as part of the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame weekend in front of a live studio audience. It’s an engaging, entertaining, laugh-out-loud, fascinating hour with two legends, including Hansen who has done very few interviews since his retirement. Dillon managed the Four Horsemen, worked closely with Vince McMahon as a front office worker, and has been around so many big moments and big stars in pro wrestling with so many stories to share. Hansen is one of the all-time greats in the ring and on the mic, with a legendary feud with Bruno Sammartino, a great run in Japan as a tag team with Bruiser Brody, a run as AWA Champion including a famous incident with the title belt when he quit, and time in WCW. They each share great stories and answer questions from the hosts and the live studio audience.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-10-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Robbie E., now Robert Stone in NXT, about the biggest match of his career on Sunday's Hardcore Justice PPV with Jeff Hardy, James Storm, and Bully Ray. First, though, a show dedicated to TNA with live callers and email questions along with Keller's preview of Hardcore Justice, thoughts on last night's Impact, Aces & Eights speculation, and ratings analysis.
Then in a bonus Interview Classic from ten years ago (6-27-2012), we present PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill interviewing former WWE/ECW wrestler "Nova" Mike Bucci a/k/a Simon Dean about career highlights, his Simon Dean run, working behind-the-scenes in WWE, his future in wrestling, and much more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-10-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell for the Thursday Flagship episode. They discuss an infuriating shortcoming of basic storytelling and presentation of characters by WWE including putting the brand above the wrestlers and having announcers react inconsistently to key facets of the stories they tell. They also dissect the John Cena promo responding to losing to Shinsuke Nakamura and tearing down Baron Corbin, the magic of this Fatal Four-way Summerslam main event, NXT Takeover talk, new NXT arrivals, the finish of Roman Reigns vs. Braun Strowman and what WWE got wrong with the Samoa Joe interference, and mailbag topics including WWE announcing, Joey Ryan and Mick Foley doing comedy in Dublin, Renee Young being on both Raw and Smackdown, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
- Evaluating early indications of what Paul Levesque is going to do differently than Vince McMahon
- Will Riddle be a changed character next week on Raw?
- Karrion Kross's arrival and how he can be best utilized.
- Is it likely Sasha Banks and Naomi return?
- Will Tony Khan change AEW in response to Levesque's changes in WWE?
- Concern about the marketplace for AEW's next TV deal
- Has AEW created or overseen the rise of any true top tier stars besides MJF?
- Why Tony Khan deserves a break when it comes to criticism of AEW booking and ratings lately.
- Who might be the next breakout star from AEW's roster of rising wrestlers?
- Thoughts on Ric Flair's Last Match event.
- Will Wade and Jason miss analyzing Vince McMahon?
- And more including some Mailbag questions.
In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-7-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer email questions on a wide variety of topics including has C.M. Punk’s heel turn worked, new Raw intro song, Shawn Michaels appearance, Summerslam hype, three-hour format week three, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-20-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Sean "X-Pac" Waltman who provides extensive insight from being backstage and on camera at Raw #1,000 including Rock, Punk, Undertaker, Vince McMahon, DX, and many other subjects. Sean talks about Scott Hall saying in a Torch Talk that he and Kevin Nash checked out on trying to help WCW succeed after Eric Bischoff treated Sean poorly and fired him to get back at them. Live calls and email questions answered from listeners on a variety of subjects including why wasn't Kevin Nash at Raw #1,000, top prospects in WWE, why doesn't Waltman wrestle for WWE, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss these topics:
- A review of AEW Rampage
- Rampage's declining viewership
- A review of Dynamite
- Comparing Dynamite and NXT ratings lately
- Thoughts on the announced AEW support staff under Tony Khan
- A review of WWE Smackdown
- A review of WWE Raw including what stood out as different
- NXT 2.0 review
- The latest from the New Japan G1 tournament
- The latest from UFC - a review and a preview
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-3-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell to cover the top stories of the week in pro wrestling including Shinsuke Nakamura’s big win, Chad Gable vs. Rusev, Jason Jordan on Miz TV, Brock Lesnar-Jon Jones, Summerslam, Broken Matt-GFW battle, Alberto and Paige, plus a dip into the WKPWP Mailbag on Bray, Shield, WWE Financials, and much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-31-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss and dissect Raw #1,001 including why the ratings plummeted after last week's huge success, analysis of A.W.'s endorsement of his wrestler by comparing his ring style to a man committing rape, did it work against C.M. Punk that his first heel promo included arguing with another top heel, plus much more. Live calls throughout the first 80 minutes, then another 80 minutes of email questions and VIP exclusive analysis including speculation on whether Cody Rhodes, Cesaro, or Dolph Ziggler had a better chance to have a run with the WWE Title.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-20-2012), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews former WWE wrestler John Morrison. He talks about his upcoming JCW live event next month, his backstage issues with JBL, his favorite in-ring wrestling moments, the psychology of being a babyface or a heel, how he feels about Dolph Zigger's success, his reaction to Joey Mercury's face being bashed in by the ladder, the opponent he most wishes he could have wrestled that he never did, the pros and cons of being a babyface or a heel, whether he could consider going to TNA, and much more.
Then in a bonus Interview Classic from ten years ago (6-27-2012), we present PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, Bardre Prunell of the East Coast Cast, AND PWTorch columnist Sean Radican interviewing Violent J from the ICP group. They discuss with live callers various ICP stories, the Gathering of the Juggalos next month, his run in WCW with Shaggy 2 Dope, a brief stint in WWE, and much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-6-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini and former WWE World Champion Jack Swagger. The focus of the interview is on the dynamic and creative process between a WWE Creative Team member and a wrestler. Do the same writers usually work with the same wrestlers? How did John and Jack become friend and how did that help the creative process? What was it like working with Vince McMahon as part of the overall process? What were some of their favorite storylines including the Real American gimmick? They go behind the scenes on the process of creating ideas, pitching ideas to management and Vince McMahon, and how it then makes it onto the air. Insight into Pat Patterson, Dutch Mantel, and others.
Then in a bonus Interview Classic from five years ago (6-27-2012), we present Jim Valley's interview with former NWA Champion and birthday boy Tommy “Wildfire” Rich. He talked about his new wrestling school, his controversial thoughts on Jerry Lawler, his time in ECW, why his NWA title reign was so brief, and his time as the hottest star on cable TV.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-24-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss and dissect Raw #1,000 from many angles, including breaking news during the show regarding the great TV ratings for the show. They focus on C.M. Punk's apparent heel turn and future opponents and A.J. being appointed Raw G.M., along with taking live calls and answering email questions on the show. In the VIP Aftershow, they talk about a huge aspect of the TV ratings in the demographic small print, a story bigger than the overall rating itself. They also delve into insider news from WWE and TNA related to recent events.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from PWTorch.com. They discuss primarily the retirement of Vince McMahon and the appointment of Paul Levesque to Head of Talent relations. They discuss what to expect and what not to expect in terms of changes in the on-air product, the behind-the-scenes traps that could derail them but also the positive changes that could make WWE fans feel better about supporting the product, and much more including Mailbag questions sprinkled throughout related to the changes including a listener wondering if pro wrestling will suffer more than people realize without Vince at the helm.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-20-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell for the debut episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast on the Podcast One network. They discuss the top stories of the week including...
- Brock Lesnar’s potential return to UFC next year
- Shane McMahon’s close call in a helicopter emergency landing on Wednesday and the history of plane crashes in pro wrestling
- Early New Japan G1 thoughts, and the new Bruiser Brody documentary and the impact of his career on the industry.
Then they answer mailbag questions (wadekellerpodcast@pwtorch.com) on hot topics including the cancellation of Talking Smack, an evaluation of the wisdom and execution of Jinder Mahal’s push, and the pros and cons of WWE’s USA-centric angles including John Cena’s flag-waving promo this week as it relates to the international expansion. They close with a preview of the big Wrestling Hall of Fame weekend Bruce and Wade will be part of this weekend in Waterloo, Iowa. with big names including Stan Hansen, Jim Ross, Magnum T.A., Gerald Briscoe, Chad Gable, Jason Jordan, Charlie Thesz, J.J. Dillon, Sabu, Larry Hennig, Shelton Benjamin, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-23-2017), Wade Keller interviewed Sean Mooney, ex-WWF announcer from late ‘80s to early ‘90s talking Vince McMahon, Bobby Heenan, Jesse Ventura, Gorilla Monsoon, Prime Time Wrestling, Lord Alfred Hayes, the feeling backstage after the very first episode of Monday Night Raw, the opening of the WWF Headquarters in Stamford, Conn., interviewing Donald Trump, his worst memory in WWE, and much more with live caller and email questions. He answers the question if there is another Vince McMahon walking the planet. This provides many insights and anecdotes into Vince McMahon.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-17-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer email questions on a wide variety of topics including Raw ratings analysis, Money in the Bank fallout, Summerslam line-up, Impact analysis, Raw #1,000 rating predictions, and much more including some talk about the "Breaking Bad" season opener.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part one of a two part Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
- Does this year's WWE Summerslam line-up and hype live up to Summerslam standards?
- A full preview of the announced matches and analysis of the hype so far
- Jeff Jarrett special referee announcement
- How to better utilize Omos than having him dominate the Street Profits
- A mailbag question about Becky Lynch's year since turning heel
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-13-2012), Bruce Mitchell guest-hosted and interviewed former WWE star and current AEW wrestler "Goldust" Dustin Runnels discussing what he was up to post-WWE, addiction recovery and being sober for four years, why his Brother vs. Brother match idea with Cody Rhodes was shot down, whether he wants to return to WWE, his relationship with father Dusty Rhodes, whether he's been contacted for Raw #1,000, wanting to capture the NWA World Title, working with top stars in history from Stone Cold to Ricky Steamboat, and much more!
Then in a bonus interview from ten years ago (7-18-12), Pat McNeill interviews former TNA/WCW women's wrestler Daffney talking with live callers about her role in the new women's wrestling promotion SHINE, the SHINE 1 card this weekend, what she can comment on regarding her TNA lawsuit, various gimmicks she's undertaken during her career, her current health and prospects to wrestle again, and much more! In the VIP Aftershow, McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell review the latest news of the week and break down the Live Events Center.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-6-2017), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy, who discusses top WWE storylines such as Brock Lesnar vs. Samoa Joe, the Hype Bros., Randy Orton-Aiden English, and Big Cass and Enzo. He also rants about some of the fans at New Japan’s Long Beach, Calif. events this weekend, which he attended. Plus, what match or moment stood out the most from the NJ shows? Also, he discusses moments from his time in WWE that Vince McMahon totally saw a wrestler in a new light based on a performance and that changed the trajectory of their push. And he talks about the writing process.
Then in a bonus Interview Classic from ten years ago (6-27-2012), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill and PWTorch columnist Sean Radican interview with live callers ROH wrestler Kyle O'Reilly on ROH latest, his candid assessment of ROH, the Best in the World iPPV over the weekend, his rise up the ranks, his wrestling background, and much more!
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss these topics:
- The impact of the latest reporting by the Wall Street Journal regarding Vince McMahon's payments to women not previously reported, plus the new details on the paralegal who was part of the original WSJ reporting. Will Vince McMahon pay a big price for this? How has WWE handled this so far from a public relations standpoint? Will Fox of NBCU care? How creepy and sleazy was the whole Diva Search Era? Should Vince McMahon still be in charge of Creative considering that includes being in charge of the fortunes of women on the roster? And more angles on this developing story.
- Big E's update on his broken neck and the distinct possibility he won't be cleared to wrestle ever again.
- Reviews of WWE Smackdown, WWE Raw, and NXT 2.0 including the Brock Lesnar-Roman Reigns hype, Dolph Ziggler-Theory, Miz and Logan Paul, and more.
- Reviews of AEW Rampage and AEW Dynamite including how the AEW Tag Team Titles changed hands, Chris Jericho's promo, the continue strong performances of Eddie Kingston, and more.
- A review of UFC Fight Night and a preview of this weekend's event including Todd's overview of the current top stars in UFC and how their depth chart of draws compares to past eras, plus are ardent UFC fans currently happy with the state of UFC compared to past eras.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-12-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell answer calls about Lesnar, Samoa Joe, Enzo-Cass, Alberto, SMW, Cena, Styles, Battleground, Jinder, and more with callers. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they ponder possible changes to the Roster Split set-up, social media prudence for wrestlers, the GFW Alberto suspension, and reflecting on the top stories of the Livecast years (2010-2017).
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-6-2012), Wade Keller interviewed former WWE and TNA headliner and MMA fighter Bobby Lashley. They covered a wide, wide array of topics including: What was Donald Trump like behind the scenes? Does he believe steroids are dangerous? Did Ivanka Trump think pro wrestling was real? Who does he think will win between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen? Can anyone solve the Jon Jones riddle? Who was his favorite WWE opponent? Which wrestlers does he most want to wrestle whom he hasn't yet? How does he feel about criticism of his promos in WWE? Does he believe steroids are stigmatized more than they should be? And much much more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-5-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks preview Great Balls of Fire and also discuss WSJ’s new article on WWE’s demographic targeting, GLOW, and more with callers and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from PWTorch.com. They discuss these topics:
- The decision, execution, and fallout from Liv Morgan and Theory winning the Money in the Bank matches.
- Should WWE split the men's world titles or unify the women's world titles?
- Would it make sense for WWE to swap Theory for Wardlow? How about for AEW to swap Wardlow for Theory?
- What is the actual fan interest in a Brock Lesnar rematch against Roman Reigns?
- A look at the state of the top tier women in both WWE and AEW including
- Is AEW's men's roster depth really as great as people say?
- Is ROH's integration into AEW TV doing harm, plus a specific idea on how to frame ROH within AEW.
- Logan Paul's potential in WWE.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-3-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer email questions on a wide variety of topics including lots of thoughts on the previous night's Raw, Money in the Bank speculation, TNA, Doink, C.M. Punk-John Cena, Vince McMahon's digs at Hulk Hogan, protecting wrestlers' heel characters, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-29-2012), Wade Keller interviews former WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini (2009-2010), who returned to the show for the first time this year. He reacted to major stories this week and biggest stories so far this year including the John Cena-Rock dynamic, the push of Brock Lesnar, the Cena divorce, Cena's nine year old fan's comment this week, his reaction to last night's Impact, and much more all from the perspective of someone who worked closely behind the scenes with Vince McMahon and current top stars.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-28-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell discuss GLOW, Impact-GFW merger, Slammiversary, Jinder Mahal, Post-Shake-up Smackdown blues, the Great Balls of Fire name, Jinder Mahal’s progress, and more with callers and emails in the mix. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss the Women’s Money in the Bank redo, Miz TV with Ball Family, Lana’s loss, John Cena’s announcement, Summerslam speculation, ROH’s future, Cody’s chances against Okada, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-26-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer email questions on a wide variety of topics including lots of thoughts on a newsworthy Raw including unnecessary digs at Roddy Piper and Mick Foley, John Cena's asinine nine year old comment, Chris Jericho's return, Money in the Bank developments, and much more on Raw. Plus reaction to the A.J. Styles-Dixie Carter reveal on Impact and other random topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a Pro Wrestling Torch columnist. They discuss these topics:
- In-person at AEW/NJPW Forbidden Door
- Claudio's upside in AEW
- Tony Khan media scrum highlights
- John Cena's return at Raw and the awkwardness of McMahon leaving the ring
- WWE Money in the Bank preview and picks
- Vince McMahon scandal
- More
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-24-2012), Wade Keller interviews former WWE and TNA wrestler Matt Hardy. He talks about his path to recovery from addiction, his regrets including some public internet stunts and videos he'd like to take back, how he approaches his current phase in life, what changes he thinks the leading promotions should take to improve the welfare of wrestlers, and much more. Live callers and email questions add to the mix of topics that include career highlights, Jeff Hardy's maturing and life changes, his future in wrestling, and the upcoming Extreme Rising event where he faces Jerry Lynn for the first time ever.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss these topics:
- Vince McMahon's TV appearances and media coverage
- AEW/NJPW Forbidden Door preview
- Review of AEW Rampage
- Review of AEW Dynamite including Bryan Danielson's announcement and PPV hype
- WWE Smackdown TV review including Vince McMahon's segment
- NXT 2.0 TV review
- WWE Raw review including Vince McMahon's segment
- Impact Wrestling's Slammiversary PPV review
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-21-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Travis Bryant discuss the Women’s Money in the Bank re-do and how Daniel Bryan handled it last night, the Enzo and Cass angle on Monday, various potential Summerslam line-ups, Jinder Mahal’s progress, and more with callers and emails in the mix.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we present two interviews. First, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's June 8, 2012 interview with former WWE Creative Team Member ('04-'10) Chris DeJoseph with fascinating insight into Vince McMahon's creative process and writing Raw. Also, specific details on pitching creating ideas to Chris Jericho, The Big Show, Randy Orton, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, the Divas, and more. Who was easy to work with? Who was unpredictable? Also, does Vince McMahon really not care about consistency with storylines? What was the story with Mike Adamle, anyway? Why didn't Colt Cabana catch on with WWE? And why doesn't Kofi Kingston get a push? Tons of significant authoritative insight into a lot of questions on fans' minds. The VIP Aftershow includes these topics: Ric Flair, TNA's Big Fat Oily Guy, Spirit Squad, Christian & Edge vs. The Hardys, building and protecting tomorrow's stars today, and Vince McMahon's seeming disregard for consistency with his big storylines.
The second interview features PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill's interview with former WWE/TNA wrestler Lance Hoyt (Lance Archer) discussing a variety of topics including how he got started in TNA, being one of Andrew "Test" Martin's opponents & comparisons to Test, the Hoytamaniacs & whether he got a push in TNA because of those fans, stories from WWE and TNA runs, his thoughts on Vince Russo & Russo's thoughts on "Fire Russo" chants, TNA needing to find a direction and going with it, working with Christy Hemme in TNA, Hoyt running interference for Kelly Kelly at a WrestleMania party, the wrestling business needing new stars and fans not giving new stars a chance, whether U.S. wrestling fans would accept Japanese wrestling, working with Lord Tensai (Albert) in New Japan, whether he would have liked to have feuded with Diamond Dallas Page over the "Dallas" name, working with Ahmed Johnson in Texas, whether he will be at Slammiversary in his hometown this weekend, Whataburger vs. In-N-Out Burger, and more!
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-12-2012), guest host Bruce Mitchell and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell tackle last night's three hour episode of WWE Raw including breaking news during the show regarding the ratings, plus Vince's bullying nature on display, Big Show's heel turn further explained, Vader's return and the longevity of fans embracing him, and much more. Bruce even allows a couple callers to grace the show and interrupt his stream of unmatched precious analysis! In the VIP Aftershow, they talk about Ric Flair's status and timeline for a return to TV, Vince McMahon's hypocrisy when it comes to bullying, No Way Out, and more.
This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5/11/2012) features "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan as the "Interview Friday" guest for the second straight week. The interview, conducted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller and columnist Bruce Mitchell, begins with his thoughts on the news of John Cena filing for divorce and how he managed to keep his marriage strong throughout his years as a pro wrestler. He talks about the availability of one night stands and how many wrestlers took advantage of those opportunities as they were presented. Also, what was Andre the Giant like off-camera and when was he happiest, what were the highlights of his Mid-South and WWF careers, what was WCW like, how much money did he make during his peak years, his dispute with Steve Austin, and much more. This includes the live 60 minute show and a 30 minute VIP-exclusive Aftershow with Duggan, Keller, and Mitchell.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn. They discuss these topics:
- The Jeff Hardy DUI arrest, AEW’s statement today, and Hardy’s future
- The State of AEW booking after C.M. Punk injury throws things into disarray
- How AEW can focus their booking in way that can expand their audience
- Jay White’s IWGP Title win at NJPW Dominion
- Early Money in the Bank picks for men’s and women’s matches
- Riddle challenging Roman Reigns on Friday’s Smackdown – is there a chance Riddle wins?
- Theory’s increased push and how John Cena could give him a boost
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's June 1, 2012 interview with Sean "X-Pac" Waltman including his evaluation of WWE Developmental, FCW, from his in-person scouting and coaching. What stars stand out as strong prospects, who is ready, and what does he think of the changing of head trainer from Tom Prichard to Bill DeMott. Also, live calls and email questions on TNA's future, Gut Check, Matt Morgan, C.M. Punk, Brock Lesnar, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-5-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls on a variety of topics including Cena-Cole BBQ Underwear match, Raw ratings analysis, Vince McMahon's return to TV, No Way Out, Sin Cara, Wellness Program, Kane's match quality, the next generation of WWE stars, the TNA Hall of Fame announcement, top TNA HOF candidates, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-7-2017), Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell discuss the Samoa Joe-Paul Heyman segment, Roman Reigns, Jinder Mahal, Bayley-Alexa Bliss, Hardys-Sheamus/Cesaro, Lana, and more with callers & email input throughout.
Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss Jinder Mahal and grade his performance so far as a top heel act, would Vince McMahon rather Raw be one hour, what’s going on with the NWA and Billy Corgan, the current NXT announce team, could Samoa Joe be launched to top tier level because of Brock, the latest 50/50 booking with A.J. Styles and Dolph Ziggler, what’s up with Rusev, a review of GLOW coming to Netflix this month, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
- C.M. Punk's injury, the resulting convoluted AEW Interim Title tournament, the explanation for Jon Moxley's placement in the tournament, who might have been part of the Summer of Punk in AEW, whether Punk was going heel or should go heel, and more about that situation.
- MJF controversy, theories on what was a shoot and what was a work, whether the work aspects have more collateral damage than the resulting buzz is worth, and more.
- Cody's injury, his performance against Seth Rollins at HIAC, his promo, the Seth swerve angle on Raw, and more about Cody.
- Edge's babyface turn after being ousted by the new Finn Balor-led Judgment Day, how it could been handled better but why it probably wasn't, reaction to Finn Balor choosing to re-sign with WWE, and who will lead the new faction among the three members.
- The Stephanie McMahon departure from WWE, reports that she was nudged out of her position by her dad Vince McMahon, and the overall drama of the McMahon family over time.
- Thoughts on NXT In Your House and the progress of certain wrestlers on the NXT roster.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's May 22, 2012 interview with long-time WWF and WCW manager Jimmy Hart who, with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, take live calls and discuss a variety of topics from his career including breaking into wrestling in Memphis, Andy Kaufmann, Memphis Heat documentary, Nasty Boys, Hart Foundation, Honky Tonk Man, Tyson Kidd, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, he tells the real story on his break-up with Hogan and recent reconciliation, Randy Savage and Elizabeth memories, why he's a fan of C.M. Punk, the rise of Bret and HBK and whether their main event success surprised him, working with The Miz, who was left out of Memphis Heat who belonged in it, memories of Sputnick Monroe, working as a manager opposite Sensation Sherri, his personal career highlights, and much much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss these topics:
- Lengthy analysis of the MJF promo on Dynamite, what is a work and what was a shoot, who was helped and who was hurt, and how this all affects other wrestlers in AEW.
- Full review of Dynamite.
- Full review of Rampage.
- Full review of WWE Smackdown
- Full review of WWE Raw
- Full preview of the WWE Hell in a Cell PLE
- Full review of NXT and a preview of NXT In Your House
- The latest on the New Japan Best of the Super Juniors
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-17-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jonny Fairplay of Survivor fame and TNA preview in-depth that coming Sunday’s WWE Extreme Rules line-up, then hit on some hot topics in pro wrestling including Jinder Mahal’s push, Roman Reigns’s fan reception, Kurt Angle’s potential matches if he makes an in-ring comeback, Sasha Banks integrating into 205 Live, Randy Orton’s promo this week, Dolph Ziggler beating A.J. Styles on Smackdown, and more with caller and email contributions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-29-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer emails on Brock Lesnar's appearance at the UFC PPV and talk of him returning to MMA, Chris Jericho's suspension, C.M. Punk in WWE, Big Show explaining his heel turn, Hulk Hogan's role in TNA, TNA suing WWE, repetitiveness on WWE TV, and much more with live callers and emails.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's May 25, 2017 interview with “Stone Cold” Steve Austin getting his thoughts on NXT Takeover with a focus on the DIY breakup and the ladder match that preceded it with some compliments and constructive critiques, the Robert Roode vs. Hideo Itami NXT Title match, the Tyler Bate vs. Pete Dunne UK Title match, and more about the general vibe of NXT compared to WWE. They also talk about the 20 Years Ago This Week episode of Monday Night Raw featuring Steve Austin & Shawn Michaels capturing the WWE Tag Team Titles from Owen Hart & British Bulldog. Steve talks about working with Shawn at the time and the real-life legit tension between them that made its way onto the air and fueled the realism. They also talk about the progress of Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins, some specific tips for both on how to improve, and the art of selling and showing vulnerability as a kick ass babyface.
Then in the previously VIP Exclusive Aftershow from five years ago (5-25-17), Wade disusses with Steve other topics including Jinder Mahal’s WWE Title win, the progress of Baron Corbin as a main event big man and his match with Sami Zayn at Backlash, the Breezango vs. Usos and Sami Zayn vs. Baron Corbin matches at Backlash, his favorite Canada memories, the changes in leadership in WCW in 1991, and the importance of announcing.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-22-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take take live phone calls on a variety of topics including reaction to Raw and Over the Limit, the WWE Revolution teasers, expansion of Raw to three hours, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss and detail the Ric Flair-TNA situation, analyze the pros and cons of Impact going live, and evaluate Hulk Hogan's daughter's qualifications for her new job.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Wildcard Thursday episode beginning with the Tony Khan Media Q&A from earlier today on AEW Double or Nothing, ROH's future, Owen Hart, and more including PWTorch's own Sean Radican. Then the Mid-Week Flagship from five years ago this week featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist & host of the East Coast Cast Travis Bryant. They discuss NXT Takeover, Backlash, Raw, and Smackdown, responding to email questions and caller topics. They discuss Jinder Mahal’s push at the top of the show, the intriguing Paul Heyman-Finn Balor segment on Raw, the Johnny Gargano-Tomasso Ciampa breakup angle compared to the Goldust-R-Truth breakup angle, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special AEW Double or Nothing PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch Newsletter columnist Rich Fann. They discuss the entire announced line-up of the PPV including the pros and cons of doing a title change from Hangman Page to C.M. Punk and predicting what is likely. Also, thoughts on the move of the PPVs from Saturdays to Sundays.
Then in a bonus, we present what was previously the VIP-exclusive AEW Double or Nothing 2021 Post-PPV Roundtable with Wade, Rich, and Todd Martin last year including the Stadium Stampede, Kenny Omega vs. Orange Cassidy vs. Pac, The Young Bucks vs. Jon Moxley & Eddie Kingston, Hikaru Shida vs. Brit Baker, Sting & Darby vs. Scorpio Sky & Ethan Page, the Casino Battle Royal, Miro vs. Lance Archer, and Hangman Page vs. Brian Cage, plus the Mark Henry announcement.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch Newsletter columnist Rich Fann. They discuss at length the developments and ramification of the Sasha Banks & Naomi walkout and the reaction to it from WWE, Pat McAfee, Booker T, Corey Graves, and social media. They also compare the way WWE is handling Sasha and Naomi walking out to various TV shows over the decades that dealt with replacing stars. Then they hit some rapid-fire topics including the unification of the Raw and Smackdown tag titles, the emotional Riddle promo, the botches in the Miz vs. Cody Rhodes match, ticket sales for Clash at the Castle, and the chemistry between the Gunn Brothers and Max Caster.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's May 18, 2017 interview with former WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck who discusses Randy Orton’s comments critical of Indy Style wrestling, a list of rejected storylines, details on the writing process, Roman Reigns’s current character, Sasha Banks losing to Alicia Fox, Adam Cole, the struggle of some wrestlers to win over Vince McMahon, Vince’s ability to create stars, Ring of Honor’s big angle last weekend, and more with live callers and emails.
Then in a bonus Interview Classic, we jump back ten years (5-9-2012) to an interview with Johnny Gargano. PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill & PWTorch columnist Sean Radican interview DGUSA champion Gargano on his title run, this weekend's Evolve iPPVs on WWNLive.com including Gargano's next title defense, how he started in the wrestling business, and much more. Plus, reality TV star/former TNA personality Jonny Fairplay makes an appearance to talk about his role on this weekend's Evolve iPPVs. In the VIP Aftershow, McNeill is joined by PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell for a review of the news of the week, Live Events Center, and a VIP Mailbag question.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-15-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer emails focused primarily on Raw the previous night including the final hype for Over the Limit, Brock Lesnar-Triple H hype, the heavy-handed promotion of John Cena's charity work, the early reports of NXT being revamped and taping TV shows at Full Sail University, ROH technical issues, Eric Bischoff, and more. In the VIP Aftershow they discuss the physical changes in A.J. Styles, the 40 year old stars peaking in TNA lately, early praise for Christopher Daniels & Frankie Kazarian as a tag team, and more on Raw.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's May 18, 2012 interview with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan as the "Interview Friday" guest. Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview the former WWF, Mid-South, and WCW star about his new autobiography including a variety of subjects on a lack of wrestler pension, hazing and ribbing that went too far, Vince McMahon compared to Bill Watts as a boss, his evolution over the years as a wrester and character, and more. After the interview, Keller and Mitchell discuss Sting on WWE.com, Evolve's new concept, The Avengers, and more.
Then in a bonus interview from ten years ago (4-25-12), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill interviews former ECW champion Jerry Lynn covering the ECW Reunion show this weekend, various stories from his WWE and ECW runs, where he fits in today's independent wrestling scene, his top all-time opponents, current physical condition, challenges of wrestling with a mask, the cradle piledriver, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics:
- Sasha Banks & Naomi walk out right before Raw
- Ric Flair training for an in-ring return at age 73 at Starrcast
- MJF disgruntled with AEW and looking toward a jump to WWE
- Who would Vince McMahon want from AEW's roster other than MJF?
- Ezekiel, Elias, Kevin Owens
- Cody's promo on Raw challenging Seth Rollins to a Hell in a Cell match
- Theory's potential to be a centerpiece main event act
- Roman Reigns's contract situation and where he stands as a legendary top WWE star
- AEW Dynamite's line-up for Wednesday night
- Mandy Rose's progress in NXT prospects to have impact on main roster
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-17-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell discuss the push of Jinder Mahal and his match against Randy Orton on Sunday, Jinder on Jericho’s podcast, NXT Takeover’s line-up and the state of NXT’s roster today compared to several months ago, Bayley’s push, Orton’s shots at indy style, and much more with callers. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss A.J. Styles’s status on roster after recent win-loss record, Kurt Angle’s performance as G.M., Adam Cole and Kyle O’Reilly’s NXT potential, Fashion Files, is Braun Strowman’s injury a setback, is the NWA nostalgia or history and what cache does it have for Billy Corgan at this point, and more including mailbag topics.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's May 11, 2017 interview with Sean “X-Pac” Waltman who talks about the prospects of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson running for president and if he thinks Rock showed traits consistent with a potential president during his time around him WWE, the upside for Shinsuke Nakamura, the current push of Roman Reigns, what Vince McMahon is like now compared to 20 years ago, his reaction to the hazing and bullying in WWE over the years, this days in the NWO and GWF, and more including phone calls and emails.
Then in a bonus Interview Classic, we jump back ten years to a May 2, 2012 interview with ROH announcer Kevin Kelly conducted by PWTorch columnists Pat McNeill & Sean Radican. They, along with live callers, cover a number of subjects including ROH's iPPV future (Kelly says an announcement is coming soon), current ROH storylines, the Border Wars show next weekend, calling the incredible Michael Elgin vs. Davey Richards match, background on how he came up with the Stephanie McMahon/Triple H marriage angle in WWF, various WWE stories, and much more. In the VIP Aftershow, McNeill and Radican go through the Live Events Center and review the latest news.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They begin by asking whether the Long Island bit is just distracting from what's important as AEW heads into Double or Nothing. Then full reviews of AEW Dynamite, WWE Smackdown, WWE Monday Night Raw, NXT 2.0, and UFC.
There is also a bonus segment featuring part of this week's Fix Mailbag including these topics:
- Has the AEW Women's Division overall helped or hurt the quality of the shows?
- If Tony Khan could only sign Will Ospreay or Zack Sabre Jr., who would be the best choice?
- Why are people into Hook? Where will he be in three years?
- What is wrong with distraction finishes considering they're been part of wrestling for decades?
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-8-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer emails focused primarily on Raw the previous night including the wisdom of advertising that John Cena would not appear in person in the arena, thoughts on Paul Heyman's return, reaction to the four-way for the World Title, thoughts on PPV match order, Keller's Outrage of the Week on Raw regarding the portrayal of top heels, thoughts on C.M. Punk suggesting a Twitter follower kill himself, what's wrong with TNA's Gut Check segments, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-10-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch contributor Andrew Soucek to discuss a wide array of topics on the Mid-Week Flagship edition including Chris Jericho’s self-assessment of his latest run in WWE and whether he engaged in his tendency to inflate his self-worth, reaction to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson saying he might run for President of the United States, does Billy Corgan’s purchase of the NWA mean anything in 2017, reaction to Batista’s latest statements on his desire to return to WWE and whom he’d like to wrestle, potential major changes in how WWE reaches fans on television, the states of Impact wrestling pro and con, the potential impact on ROH of the Sinclair-Tribune deal, and more on pro wrestlers utilizing social media in a counter-productive way. Live callers mix into the conversation on several of the above topics.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's Apr. 27, 2012 interview with "Dirty" Dutch Mantell, who has been almost everywhere and seen almost everything - be it wrestling in Memphis, managing in the WWF, commentating in WCW, booking in Puerto Rico and TNA, and many stops in between along the way. He tells stories and has opinions on a wide array of subjects in this interview. The first hour is the Livecast with live callers and email questions. The second hour is a one-on-one discussion with Dutch's thoughts on how fans have changed over the decades, the WWF writing team approach, Cena-Rock, booking match finishes, the anti-Southern bias in pro wrestling, mandatory time off for wrestlers, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-2-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live phone calls and answer emails focused primarily on the strange follow-up to Extreme Rules, the even stranger Over the Limit set-up, and a look at what games might be being played regarding Lesnar's outburst backstage after the Cena match. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer more emails on Lesnar and various WWE topics, plus recent TNA news and Impact format changes.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Friday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They cover a wide range of topics:
- Looking at AEW's big men on the roster, should W Morrisey be protected or fed to Wardlow
- Will Tony Khan book MJF to beat Wardlow or Wardlow to beat MJF? The pros and cons of each evaluated
- Should C.M. Punk beat Hangman Page at Double or Nothing?
- A thorough look at the Owen Hart Tournament and handicapping various possible winners
- Thoughts on the Jericho Appreciation Society so far, including Angelo & Matt
- NXT cutbacks including a preview of Greg Parks's feature column on this topic in this week's PWTorch Newsletter including Dexter Lumis, Dakota Kai, Malcolm Bivens, and more
- Some ideas for discontinued WWE PPV titles that could also become new wrestling factions like Judgment Day.
- WWE Backlash PLE preview including which match should go on last, the flat Edge heel turn, the lack of change in Madcap Moss after his babyface turn, more.
- Evaluating Cody's first month back in WWE
- Ezekiel: Is it working?
- Impact Wrestling
- Mailbag questions on Jade Cargill and The Acclaimed
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's Apr. 27, 2017 interview with longtime pro wrestling announer Mick Karch regarding newly announced Vince McMahon biopic, the role Hulk Hogan played in McMahon’s journey, could the Verne & Greg Gagne have competed with the WWF if Hogan stayed, the place of Curt Hennig in the AWA history as one of the last big stars to headline as champion and whether he had the career he deserved in the WWF. Then an in-depth conversation about indy wrestling and how it’s changed over the decades, the attitudes of wrestlers today compared to the 1980s, how fans’ expectations at indy shows have changed, and more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-24-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss with live callers Monday's Raw episode in-depth with different POVs on specific items, the final hype for Brock Lesnar-John Cena not hitting a crescendo, the expected Lesnar-Cena Extreme Rules outcome, why Hulk Hogan isn't the right guy to determine how to address TNA's issues, whether MMA and pro wrestling should do more to acknowledge the other, Buff Bagwell news, and more.
Then in a bonus episode from two days later (4-26-2012), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Sean Radican (first-half of the show) discuss with live callers & emailers Rey Mysterio's suspension, lack of stars to build future WrestleManias around, Hologram Mania main events in the future?, alternative universe if Rock were not in one-year WM28 build-up, true FCW Draft, Linda McMahon, Bella Twins, potential WM28 & Summerslam main events, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-26-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell. They discuss the Raw-Smackdown balance after the Superstar Shake-up and the Shinsuke Nakamura call-up, the Vince McMahon movie project and who should be the leading man, House of Horrors, the Shinsuke-Dolph Ziggler segment on Smackdown, Braun Strowman, the AWA, and much more with callers. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason present a detailed Payback preview including Braun Strowman vs. Roman Reigns, the House of Horrors, and more, plus Charlotte’s apparent turn, the state of Impact Wrestling, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics: AEW-NJPW Forbidden Door, WWE Backlash line-up, Mustafa- Ali-Ciampa, Impact Wrestling carving out its place as no. 3 national company in U.S. with a high quality product lately, Walter, Tag Team Divisions, Young Bucks, AEW's choice of which five wrestlers to show in a graphic during an NBA playoff game, Keith Lee, Bron Breaker, Samoa Joe, and much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's Apr. 22, 2017 interview with former WWE creative team writer Matt McCarthy. Topics are wide-ranging including how the Superstar Shake-up affects the creative process in WWE and how wrestlers are linked with writers and how that can change after roster changes, how stand-up comedy and pro wrestling both share a need to address political correctness and how each approach it differently because they serve different purposes, whether pro wrestlers should do a better job protecting their characters and how that compares to stand-up comedians on and off camera and in social media, reaction to the Big Show vs. Braun Strowman ring collapsing angle and the upside and potential opponents for Strowman, the Roman Reigns fan reaction on the Raw After Mania, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They record "The Fix" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
AEW-NJPW Forbidden Door PPV announcement
A look at AEW's busy week of TV from Rampage to Battle of the Belts II to Dynamite
A review of New Japan's Windy City Riot event in Chicago
A look at WWE's week of TV including Smackdown, Raw, and NXT
A preview of Impact Rebellion
A look back at UFC Fight NIght and a preview of UFC and Bellator
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-17-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take a dozen phone calls on the previous night's Raw, Brock Lesnar's sitdown promo, Tensai's main event, C.M. Punk visits a bar, Robert Roode's TNA push, Mick Foley-Dean Ambrose, Tito Ortiz, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-19-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Travis Bryant. They talked with callers and responded to emails about the post-Superstar Shake-up landscape, Jinder Mahal’s unlikely push, the media coverage and potential fallout of the JBL bullying and the wider culture of demeaning people without power in WWE, the point and effectiveness of the Braun Strowman-Big Show ring collapse, American Alpha, New Day, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's Apr. 16, 2017 interview with former WWE ring announcer and best selling author Justin Roberts who discusses bullying in WWE, the JBL-Mauro Ranallo situation, the difficulty working under Kevin Dunn and Triple H as bosses, what Vince McMahon was like to deal with, being the ring announcer for the Brock Lesnar victory over Undertaker at WrestleMania, life after wrestling, and so much more including live caller and email questions.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-10-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take a dozen phone calls on Brock Lesnar on Raw, potential future Lesnar matches, UFC fans' reactions, John Cena's smile, Undertaker, and more. In the VIP Aftershow they answer emails on a wide array of topics including the future of the Diva's Division and Primo & Epico going on social media to complain about their lack of TV time.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-12-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discussed WWE's Superstar Shake-up, anti-JBL chants in Boston, status of various WWE titles, the potential Braun Strowman, what Charlotte doesn't seem to get about the business, and much more with callers and emails.
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They record the "Everything with Rich & Wade" podcast every week and about once every three or four weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
A look at Cody Rhodes's second week on WWE TV, his Miz TV appearance, his match against Miz, and the different potential trajectories he might be on including some Money in the Bank speculation.
WWE's strong tag team division and how it compares style-wise to other companies around the world today.
Bobby Lashley-MVP storyline.
Details and thoughts on Tony Khan saying an army of bots are putting criticism of AEW on social media.
Thoughts on AEW Dynamite and Rampage including Sammy Guevara and Tay Conti being an example of wrestlers with too much freedom and not enough oversight, Jon Moxley vs. Wheeler Yuta, and more.
The horrific injury to Shinjiro Otani and the injury to Sanada.
Reaction to the new Lacey Evans and the Raw debut of Gunther.
And more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's April 6, 2017 interview with former WWE wrestler JTG of Cryme Tyme. He talks about his books on getting heat in the locker room and dealing with politics, tells stories in both categories including what preceded his being let go from WWE. Also his thoughts on John Cena as a locker room leader, Triple H as a boss, Chris Jericho and C.M. Punk as colleagues, and more stories from his days in WWE. He discusses draft day stress, WrestleMania weekend excitement, and European road ribs. He also talks about who he reunited with this weekend in Orlando.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-3-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take more than a dozen phone calls discussing the prospect named Jon Moxley in WWE Developmental, Brock Lesnar's return, WrestleMania 28, and looking at what's next for WWE on the path toward WrestleMania 29. Also, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer more than a dozen email questions and also address a backstage situation that could make the return of Brock even more interesting than people realize.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-5-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Sam Roberts of the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast as they delve into a huge five day stretch in the pro wrestling industry. Sam talks about his gig with WWE on the NXT Kickoff Show panel and WrestleMania Kickoff Show. Then they delve into the happenings WM weekend and post-Mania including the Roman Reigns fan response and what’s next for him, what qualifies as the Best Match at a WrestleMania without a single stand-out great match, what’s next for NXT Takeover, speculation on the Superstars Shake-up, and much more with live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics: Cody Rhodes's first two nights back in WWE, WrestleMania 38 including Vince McMahon's Stunner bump and Jason's joy watching Johnny Knoxville vs. Sami Zayn, the ROH PPV and the return of Samoa Joe, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-29-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell as they discuss the last week of build for WrestleMania 33 with extended discussions on Triple H, Roman Reigns, John Cena, Miz, Bray Wyatt, A.J. Styles, and others. They also talk with callers and respond to emails about topics including NXT post-Mania, potential roster shuffling, and Raw and Smackdown post-Mania.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss a wide range of topics including a reaction to Goldberg’s comments on the “Edge & Christian” podcast about how miserable he is trying to look like the old Goldberg in time for WrestleMania 33, what Triple H revealed in his NXT media conference call last week about his outlook and attitude toward the brand, possible trades between Raw and Smackdown, the upside of Baron Corbin, the future of the WWE Title after Bray Wyatt vs. Randy Orton, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's March 23, 2012 two-hour interview with Kevin Nash who talks about the WrestleMania 28 Rock-Cena dynamic, his WrestleMania appearances back at WM 10 and WM 11, his return ten years ago and his shoot comment on Rock live on TV that led to backstage heat, an exclusive scoop on his recent feud with Punk and why his match with him never took place, backstage stories, thoughts on John Cena and Dolph Ziggler, why Rock brings on some of the heat he gets backstage, does he think his good friend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin will return for another match, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Friday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Sean Radican, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They cover a wide range of topics:
A preview of ROH's Supercard of Honor tonight.
Assessing where ROH seems to be heading under Tony Khan's ownership and what the pros and cons are of various approaches.
Sean's thoughts on WrestleMania Weekend events so far including Sean Waltman's impressive performance on Thursday night.
A preview of the rest of WrestleMania Weekend including the WWE Hall of Fame, Impact's special event with big names and novel match-ups, WrestleMania itself, and more.
Final thoughts reflecting on the New Japan Cup semi-finals and finals, including the lack of crowd noise undercutting some of the great in-ring work by the wrestlers.
In part two of this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-27-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell continue taking phone calls and answer emails on various subjects, mostly related to evaluating the final push for WrestleMania 28, Rock-Cena on Raw, Taker's streak, and where Rock vs. John Cena ranks among the biggest WrestleMania main events of the past.
NOTE: This is part two of two installments. The first installment was posted earlier this week.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special WrestleMania 38 preview with special guest Sam Roberts. They break down the entire card starting with The KO Show with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and where it might lead in terms of Austin returning for an official match and whether this will elevate KO after the Austin program. Then they discuss Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar and whether it qualifies as a potential biggest WrestleMania match ever and what finish to expect and who would be next for the winner. From there they march through night one and then night two in their entirety. They also talk about the pageantry of WrestleMania each week, with this being the return to a full stadium atmosphere.
In part one of this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-27-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take 19 phone calls over the course of the first 90 minutes plus many emails on various subjects, mostly related to evaluating the final push for WrestleMania 28, Rock-Cena on Raw, Taker's streak, Christian, Brock, post-WrestleMania ideas, and much more.
NOTE: This is part one of two installments. The second installment is scheduled to be posted later this week.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with Sean "X-Pac" Waltman from March 16, 2012. Wade is also joined by guest cohost Bruce Mitchell. Waltman breaks down the Rock-Cena hype and what he senses has been a shoot so far, including insight into what Rock is like behind the scenes and whether he's changed since his Hollywood success. He also talks about the reasons behind Rock's dislike for Road Dogg and Shawn Michaels and whether he agrees with the attitude in the locker room that Rock is stealing someone's spot. Also, in-depth thoughts on the Triple H vs. Undertaker match with Michaels in the mix and whether Triple H should end his streak. Plus his heat with Jericho in 2000, the latest on Scott Hall, and first-person insight into WWE's developmental standouts after visiting FCW yesterday.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with former WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck who at the top of the show evaluates the WrestleMania 33 line-up with specific thoughts on the top several matches. Then they take calls and respond to emails regarding WM33 angles specifically and WWE’s creative process generally, including the writing process for Raw and Smackdown, the Bray Wyatt character’s creation and evolution, the 2014 Royal Rumble and the Daniel Bryan controversy, the pros and cons of various ways to present Roman Reigns, the ROH-WWE negotiations, and much more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-25-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Travis Bryant as they talk about the latest build up to WrestleMania 33, thoughts on how the line-up has shaped up, reaction to A.J. Styles and Shane McMahon the night before on Smackdown, the Randy Orton-Bray Wyatt segment, hot topics discussed on Bring It to the Table, a look back at the build to WrestleMania 22 and the reaction to Shawn Michaels vs. Vince McMahon on the lineup compared to Styles vs. Shane, reaction to Anthem/Impact and the Hardys-ROH, NXT Takeover, Shinsuke Nakamura, Finn Balor, Tye Dillinger, and much more with callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They record "The Fix" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
The latest New Japan Cup developments and a preview the semi-finals
Reviews of AEW Rampage, AEW Dynamite, NXT, WWE Smackdown, and WWE Raw.
A discussion on whether WrestleMania is worthy this year of two nights and what matches and segments might still be added.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-20-2012), guest host Pat McNeill is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss with live callers the previous night's Raw, Triple H and The Undertaker not touching before Mania, was The Rock's Survivor Series match a mistake?, whether C.M. Punk's family becomes involved in the WWE Title feud, WWE responding to reports of FCW shutting down and their odd handling of the story, the lack of Hall of Fame promotion, Miz's potential WrestleMania role, Powell's thoughts on TNA's Sunday PPV, Shane Douglas's WWE TV run-in on Raw, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill & Powell take listener questions on whether announcing Rock-Cena a year in advance has back-fired, and more topics.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member Seth Mates (@sethmates) who worked behind the scenes in WWE for the WWE.com website and eventually in 2002 the creative team for an eventful half year where he worked with an emerging John Cena, Brock Lesnar, and Batista, plus Undertaker, Hulk Hogan, The Rock, Triple H and Steve Austin. He talks about Paul Heyman's creative team experience and volatile dynamic with Stephanie McMahon. He tells backstage stories on some big matches, Vince McMahon leadership, life on the creative team, and much more. Live calls and emails throughout.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with Rob Van Dam of ECW and WWE fame. He discusses a wide array of topics including contributions from emails and callers. Topics include what he’s doing these days, ECW memories, Paul Heyman, WWE Hall of Fame aspirations, his dynamic with Triple H, his friendship with Sabu, the TLC concept and if he deserves more credit, Shane McMahon wrestling, would he answer a call to go to WWE again, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-15-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell as they talk about the latest build up to WrestleMania 33, thoughts on how the line-up has shaped up, reaction to A.J. Styles and Shane McMahon last night on Smackdown, the Randy Orton-Bray Wyatt segment, hot topics discussed on Bring It To The Table, a look back at the build to WrestleMania 22 and the reaction to Shawn Michaels vs. Vince McMahon on the lineup compared to Styles vs. Shane, reaction to Anthem/Impact and the Hardys-ROH, and much more with callers and email topics.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss a range of topics including Christopher Daniels winning the ROH World Title, Alberto El Patron winning the Impact Wrestling World Title, many WrestleMania 33 developments, reaction to various topics on Bring it to the Table on WWE Network including what the show is aiming to accomplish, Lucha Underground on Netflix, and much much more.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-13-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the Rock Concert vs. Thug-o-nomics, Shawn Michaels confronts Taker, Chris Jericho exposes C.M. Punk's father, plus Jeremy Borash-Eric Bischoff, Garett Bischoff's push, ratings, and much more with live calls and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They record the "Everything with Rich & Wade" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
Scott Hall's career highlights, his place in wrestling history, his influence behind the scenes, what the New York Times left out of his bio that bothered Wade, his personal story that influenced his demeanor with friends and non-friends in wrestling.
The clues and Easter eggs about Cody Rhodes being sent by WWE on Raw and elsewhere, and whether we're crazy or they're dropping deliberate bread crumbs, plus what is the ideal way for Cody to debut and how high on the card can he go in WWE.
Listener email defending the Seth Rollins vs. Kevin Owens stipulation that put the KO Show interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin up for grabs.
Listener email asking whether advice to AEW to expand their audience is actually bad advice that could backfire.
Rich's take on the ROH line-up for their return show as AEW prepares to take over.
Quick thoughts on Big E's injury, how it happened, and the latest on his future.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member Andrew Goldstein. This is part 2 of 2. He talks about unwritten rules in WWE including where not to stick your hands on a plane near Vince McMahon, the day Undertaker told him to take off his clothes to avoid upsetting Vince McMahon, insight into the Rock-John Cena dynamic and what he thinks was happening on Monday live on Raw in terms of what was unplanned, plus over an hour and a half of live phone call questions including TNA ratings insight from his experience at Spike TV, Vince's politics, working with Michael Hayes, how to get a job in WWE, dynamic in the writers' room, his proudest achievement, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member Andrew Goldstein. He talks about unwritten rules in WWE including where not to stick your hands on a plane near Vince McMahon, the day Undertaker told him to take off his clothes to avoid upsetting Vince McMahon, insight into the Rock-John Cena dynamic and what he thinks was happening on Monday live on Raw in terms of what was unplanned, plus over an hour and a half of live phone call questions including TNA ratings insight from his experience at Spike TV, Vince's politics, working with Michael Hayes, how to get a job in WWE, dynamic in the writers' room, his proudest achievement, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with Jim Ross, former WWE and WCW lead announcer and now play-by-play announcer for AXS TV’s New Japan series. They discuss WrestleMania hot topics including Lesnar vs. Goldberg, the use of A.J. Styles, Undertaker vs. Roman Reigns, should Reigns go heel and Styles go babyface, and a wide array of other topics including Josh Matthews, Ivan Koloff, George Steele, Bill Watts, Kurt Angle, and more with a lot of callers and email contributions.
In part two of this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-9-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They analyze the Raw ratings, plus answer a dozen email questions ranging from whether Shawn Michaels will come out of retirement, the fall of Miz and Alberto Del Rio compared to last year, Sting's future, and a lot more on all sides of the arguments regarding the promotional strategy for Rock vs. John Cena.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (3-6-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They dive head first into an in-depth discussion of the John Cena-Rock angles and segments last night, including whether once again Cena went too far in undercutting Rock and was 100 percent of it planned with Rock. Also, praise for the Triple H-Shawn Michaels segment, thoughts on the middle of the show, and much more including over a dozen live calls.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics: Tony Khan buying ROH, the latest on Cody Rhodes, Vince McMahon's interview with McAfee, Becky Lynch's injury, AEW signing "Lord" Regal, thoughts on AEW Revolution including top matches and whether the shows should be shorter, the Edge-A.J. Styles storyline, and how WrestleMania is shaping up in terms of match distribution over two nights.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-8-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Sam Roberts from the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast for the Mid-Week Flagship as they look at the major WrestleMania 33 developments coming out of Fastlane, Raw, and Smackdown including the pros and cons of A.J. Styles vs. Shane McMahon, the prospects of Triple H vs. Seth Rollins, the potential finishes of Roman Reigns vs. Undertaker and Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar, which match will end WrestleMania, and much more with a great mix of callers and email contributions.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with 2017 WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page. DDP talks about how he received the news of being chosen for this year’s HOF, the story about how the Diamond Cutter almost was taken from him and which main event star he asked not to use it, the latest on DDP Yoga and wrestlers using it, updates on Jake Roberts and Scott Hall, how the decision will be made on who introduces him at the HOF ceremony, and more with caller and email contributions.
In this "Wildcard Friday" special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, there are three distinct segments.
First up is a special WKPWP Mailbag featuring Wade Keller answering listener questions about AEW-ROH from a number of angles and also whether Bryan Danielson has too much creative freedom so far in AEW.
Then a special free version of PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn's "On the Canvas" VIP podcast series which today features his artistic grades for the hype for AEW Revolution match by match.
Finally, the Tony Khan media Q&A from Wednesday afternoon including Tony commenting on how and why Cody Rhodes contract negotiations ended and why he didn't roll over his existing contract, which match will go on last on Sunday, the potential signings of Cesaro/Claudio and Jeff Hardy, the polarizing Orange Cassidy character and ring style, adding a Trios title, adding content to HBO Max or another streaming option, and a lot of Revolution talk.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They record "The Fix" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
What's good and what's bad about Tony Khan buying ROH.
A review of last night's Dynamite including C.M. Punk's response to MJF, the final angles to build the PPV.
A review of Rampage including Sammy Guevara vs. Andrade and Orange Cassidy vs. Anthony Bowens.
A review of WWE Smackdown including the Roman Reigns-Brock Lesnar contract signing, latest with Ronda Rousey, and more including whether Big E running over you with an ATV would likely kill you.
A review of WWE Raw including Sami Zayn's celebration, Edge turns heel on A.J. Styles, Finn Balor wins U.S Title over Damian Priest.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (3-1-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch East Coast Cast Travis Bryant as they discuss with callers the Randy Orton-Bray Wyatt angle last night, debate the Bayley-Charlotte saga, discuss Roman Reigns getting different crowd responses in different regions, the WWE potential of latest TNA departures the Hardys and Drew Galloway, the Universal Title situation, and more.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Travis discuss the strategy with John Cena and The Miz bringing up Cena’s behind the scene influence and whether it goes over some fans’ heads and if it’s perhaps planting a seed for an eventual Roman Reigns vs. Cena match, plus some Dana-Charlotte-Nia Jax dynamic talk.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-28-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They dissected the Rock-John Cena segment last night and delved into the various degrees of reality that might have been on display and how much was planned. Also, they looked at other key Raw happenings, plus looked ahead to WrestleMania's development line-up. In the VIP Aftershow, some new insider info on Mark Henry and TNA's creative team changes, plus the pros and cons of wrestlers stating their goal is to be "entertaining."
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview from Feb. 23, 2017 with ex-TNA Creative Team member and WCW wrestler Disco Inferno discussing these topics: A Roddy Piper-Nitro backstage story, assessing TNA’s future & Jeff Jarrett as a leader, WCW locker room morale and mood, WWE’s Cruiserweight Division problems, Breezango’s potential, Aron Rex’s new gimmick, and more with callers and emailers.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-14-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell provide an in-arena perspective on last night's Raw and field phone calls on Triple H-Taker, Jason's encounter with Vince McMahon and what he wished he did, John Cena's promo on The Rock, the Eve turn, WrestleMania 28 thoughts, Wade Barrett's injury, and more. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason present backstage notes from Raw, insider info on upcoming WrestleMania main events, more listener email questions, Elimination Chamber reaction, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-22-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell as they talk about WrestleMania developments, battle royal outcome the previous night, pros and cons of Roman Reigns, the projected Cena-Miz mixed tag, what’s wrong with the Cruiserweight Division, possible call-up of Shinsuke Nakamura, the Robert Roode Glorious gimmick, Naomi’s ring style, prospects of Kurt Angle wrestling, and more with a great mix of caller contributions.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss a range of topics including whether WWE is favoring Raw over Smackdown at WrestleMania, what are potential special attraction matches at future WrestleManias, Braun Strowman’s surprising rise and future upside, DDP’s Hall of Fame merits, Big Show’s future, Kevin Owens’ stellar promo, Apollo Crews, the Rock phone call to C.M. Punk, Samoa Joe’s WrestleMania options, the state of TNA and Jeff Jarrett, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They record the "Everything with Rich & Wade" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
WWE hyping the MSG house show and Brock Lesnar's title defense, and how it relates to the Bobby Lashley injury and potentially shaking up the Winner Takes All match at WrestleMania.
Can WWE sufficiently fill out two nights of WrestleMania with 3-4 top matches each night to justify splitting the show in two parts?
Where does Cody fit in the WWE landscape, including WrestleMania? Is he in a WWE Title match by then, challenging or even defending?
Reaction to Kenny Omega discussing his lack of rapport and lack of familiarity with Cody's mindset before he left AEW.
Elimination Chamber thoughts including Ronda Rousey-Charlotte dynamic, Goldberg's potential WWE finale.
Dominik's comments about "earning" his fast-track to the main roster on Raw.
WWE's assortment of celebrities for this year's WrestleMania.
Undertaker's Hall of Fame induction.
Brock Lesnar's interview with Pat McAfee and what it revealed about Lesnar's personal approach to his career and fame, plus his philosophy about how to be an effective pro wrestler in this era.
Dax Harwood's interview with Renee Pacquette, including a story about Shawn Michaels' character that will disappoint some HBK fans.
Jay White
Sanada
And more!
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-15-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill for the Mid-Week Flagship. They take calls and read emails regarding the Smackdown Battle Royal announcement by Daniel Bryan, the Kevin Owens-Triple H-Samoa Joe alliance, Orton-Bray-Harper scenarios, Bayley-Charlotte, Cena’s short 16th title reign, and much more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview from Feb. 16, 2017 with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy for over and hour and a half discussing first in-depth the Randy Orton-Bray Wyatt saga including Orton’s Rumble win and Wyatt’s Chamber win. Matt tells a backstage story of interacting with Orton before a match with Daniel Bryan. Then they shift to a discussion about the Festival of Friendship and the performances and immediate futures for Kevin Owens and Chris Jericho. They also take calls and answer email topics and close the show with some talk about New Japan and other non-WWE shows of interest to Matt these days.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special two part episode. First up is a special appearance of Nick Barbati & Tom Colohue from the PWTorch VIP-exclusive podcast series "Nick & Tom's Intercontinental Adventure" with an hour-long preview of Saturday's WWE Elimination Chamber PPV.
Then a jump back to five years ago this week for the WWE Elimination Chamber Post-PPV Roundtable, previously VIP-exclusive, featuring Wade with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and PWTorch East Coast Cast host Travis Bryant. They discussed the entire event right after it concluded back on Feb. 12, 2017.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents part two of this week's Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss more on Cody leaving AEW and heading to WWE including listener emails, plus Steve Austin WrestleMania match speculation, evaluating final Elimination Chamber hype and predictions, praising Raw's improvements lately, Ronda Rousey's attitude turnaround, Hangman Page's run as AEW Champ so far, does WWE even try to create big stars anymore, notes on WWE's changing talent payscale now compared to just a few years ago, and more.
NOTE: This is part two of a two part Flagship with Wade & Jason this week. VIP members got access to part two right away yesterday; everyone else is getting access today.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They focus on Cody Rhodes leaving AEW, Cody heading to WWE and the possibilities for him there, Cody listener mailbag, and various insights and speculation about the whole situation.
NOTE: This is part one of a two part Flagship with Wade & Jason this week. VIP members get part two right away; everyone else can download part two tomorrow.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-14-2012), host Wade Keller and PWTorch.com Specialist columnist Jon Cudo reflect on the previous night's Raw and look ahead to the Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania 28, with a focus on the Cena-Kane and Rock-John Cena storylines, Shawn Michaels's return and Triple H's "smash mouth" commentary, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back ten years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview from Feb. 10, 2021 with current NXT wrestler Joaquin Wilde, who was then wrestling as Zema Ion. At that time, he was a new TNA X Division contender. He talked about his early years, how the TNA opportunity came along, his X Division aspirations, creating his character, his experience in India, his back-up plan if a pro wrestling career doesn't take off, how his mother was a mail order bride, how her dream was to be a designer, how he came up with his dream of being a male model, his passion for proofreading, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They record "The Fix" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
AEW's strong rating for a loaded show.
Full review of AEW Rampage including Sammy Guevara vs. Isiah Kassidy and Ricky Starks vs. Jay Lethal.
Full review of AEW Dynamite which included the AEW debut of Keith Lee, Lance Archer challenging "Hangman" Page for the AEW Title, the Inner Circle mandatory meeting, and more.
Full review of WWE Smackdown including Todd's issues with Paul Heyman's explanation for going back to Roman Reigns, plus Ronda Rousey pretends to want to be there.
Full review of WWE Raw including Lita-Becky Lynch and the Quiz Bowl.
Full review of NXT 2.0.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-7-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw in depth with live callers and email questions on these topics: Triple H turns down Undertaker, Chris Jericho gets silent treatment from Punk, Kane at WrestleMania, Daniel Bryan's future in WWE, the upside of Zack Ryder, and much more.
In this flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, we jump back to the Feb. 1, 2017 episode where PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss the breaking news of Seth Rollins’s injury and how it could reshuffle plans for some WrestleMania matches, talk about Elimination Chamber, and more with live callers.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss a range of topics with a focus on options WWE has to replace Seth Rollins on WrestleMania and the babyface depth chart in general, if Seth is out for a long time. Also, who would be the best two or three wrestlers for WWE to build around as top babyfaces? Plus reaction to Roman Reigns and Undertaker in the Rumble, who can step up on the NXT roster to bring a buzz or at least some depth back to the roster, and more including various email topics.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (2-2-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Drew McIntyre, then known as Drew Galloway. In this interview, he talks about his current contract status with TNA, the change in ownership, life outside of WWE as a pro wrestler working a regular schedule, his reaction to John Cena vs. A.J. Styles and whether it motivated him as a wrestler, does he want to return to WWE and does he think it’ll happen, his dream scenario for his return to WWE, thoughts on Aron Rex’s transformation and similar path he took from WWE developmental to the main roster to TNA, how crowds are different and whether he adjusts to the situation, thoughts on the Seth Rollins injury, injury scares he’s had, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-31-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the Royal Rumble and Raw in depth including a dozen live calls, email questions, and looking ahead to WrestleMania 28. The VIP Aftershow is packed with email questions and some TNA talk near the end, plus why John Cena should just stay off social media.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist and podcast host. They record the "Everything with Rich & Wade" podcast every week and on occasion simulcast that show as the free WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
A thorough look at the Royal Rumble start to finish through the lens of what happened on Raw two nights later including...
The pros and cons of the finish of Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins
Thoughts on Seth's current character and if he's bound to be a heel or face going forward
Why the women's Rumble is getting widely different reviews from different viewers
Ronda Rousey already being ornery and odd, and could it manifest in fans rejecting her against Charlotte at WrestleMania?
What went wrong with Becky Lynch vs. Doudrop
The chaos backstage that could have led to some questionable sequences in the Rumble, Kofi Kingston's slip up reverberating later, Brock Lesnar eliminating fan favorites instead of heels en route to victory, and more.
Thoughts on the set-up for the Elimination Chamber on Raw
Alexa Bliss's character and future
WrestleMania line-up speculation
Mailbag topics on WWE's lack of clearly defined likable characters, plus an idea for changing the Royal Rumble to add more drama regarding possible winners
A preview of AEW Dynamite including C.M. Punk vs. MJF, Ruby Soho vs. Nyla Rose, and more.
Thoughts on Cody Rhodes vs. Sammy Guevera last week on Dynamite including Cody's post-match promo
Some breaking Minnesota VIkings coaching news
Quick hits on the Stardom PPV last weekend
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview from Jan. 26, 2016 with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. For the first time, we present not only the first hour that aired to the general public free, but also the second hour which was previously VIP-exclusive.
In this first hour Steve talks about these topics:
That year’s Royal Rumble.
His reasons for thinking a heel run with Roman Reigns is still the best course.
Braun Strowman’s big push, the prospects of Reigns vs. Strowman.
How about Samoa Joe entering and winning the Royal Rumble.
A great Bobby Eaton battle royal story.
His thoughts on Eaton, his first WCW TV Title reign, what’s happening with the Broken Skull Challenge series.
More.
In the previously VIP-portion of the interview, these topics are covered:
Details on the botched finish where he was eliminated earlier than planned from a Rumble.
His thoughts on Shinsuke Nakamura, Sami Zayn, and A.J. Styles.
How orchestrated and preordained is everything that happens in a Rumble.
Why Rumble matches aren’t fun to work as a wrestler.
Pet peeves about the endings to some Royal Rumbles.
The babyface/heel dynamic and what the constitution was for his top babyface character during the Attitude Era.
Thoughts on scripted promos today versus the Wild West of his era.
Advice for Braun Strowman vs. Roman Reigns if that happens.
Why did he move to a feud with Owen Hart after his early feud with Bret.
How much did he know about his original plans for his 1997 Rumble win before Shawn Michaels got hurt.
How he looked out for himself and at what point he felt he could speak up on his behalf and not just go along with what he was told to do.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-24-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw, including grading the final Raw hype for the Royal Rumble. They take live calls and answer email questions throughout the show including many Raw-related topics, WrestleMania line-up developments, Hall of Fame, and more. In the VIP Aftershow they answer even more email questions and talk about Evan Bourne's questionable WWE future.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and WWE Network programs to preview the Royal Rumble. They start with the Men's Rumble with an exploration of who might win among those announced, who might enter who is not announced, and the pros and cons on various winners. Then they talk about the Women's Rumble, the Edge & Beth Phoenix vs. Miz & Maryse tag, the three title matches, and then the match order. They finish with some GCW talk as Sam attended this past weekend's The Wrld event.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They cover these topics including some Mailbag questions.
Men's Royal Rumble preview including analysis of the hype and who the leading contenders are to win. Then a list of dark horse candidates or alternative scenarios with announced and unannounced names.
What happened to Big E since he lost the WWE Title and should he be considered a leading contender to win the Rumble.
Mailbag questions on whether WWE is hedging pushing anything or anyone too hard over COVID concerns, what's going on with Cody Rhodes, are people right to be up in arms of NXT taking place in the afternoon, is MJF a top tier player and thoughts on the Wardlow storyline, and more.
A series of AEW topics including the Pillars, Hangman Page so far, what is AEW's main storyline right now, the Moxley comment by Bully Ray, and the current trend of top tier wrestlers feuding with second tier wrestlers.
GCW's PPV including Jeff Jarrett, Matt Cardona, the Briscoes, X-Pac, Ruby Soho, Nick Gage, and more.
Picks for the Women's Royal Rumble, Charlotte's silly stipulation, the Ronda Rousey rumors, who several surprises could be who haven't been on TV lately, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-24-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discuss with callers an array of scenarios of Royal Rumble outcomes with wildcard possibilities and scenarios, plus many other topics provided by callers and emailers. Also, the latest "foot in his mouth" moment for Roman Reigns in a mainstream media interview.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-6-2012), PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed TNA World Hvt. champion Bobby Roode for the first 20 minutes. In the interview, Roode talks about his current run as World champion, turning heel, developing on the mic, his feud with Storm and how he'd like to see that play out, whose idea it was for his family to be involved in his storyline, some surprising names he'd like to work with as top heel champion, TNA needing to be out on the road more, where TNA is in 2012, and more. For the rest of the show, Caldwell & Mitchell take calls on WWE, TNA, and ROH topics. In the Aftershow, they spend half-an-hour looking at five year-end awards categories including MVP, Top Heel/Face, MOTY, and Rising Star. Also, a big-picture discussion of the wrestling industry, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They record "The Fix" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
AEW Dynamite finishing no. 1 in key demo among all cable shows for the first time.
Reaction to Jon Moxley's return to Dynamite.
Reaction to Cody Rhodes's interview segment on Dynamite.
Thoughts on the resolution of the Interim version of the TNT Title with a ladder unification match.
Full review of AEW Rampage
Full review of AEW Dynamite including Sting & Darby Allin vs. The Acclaimed, the House of Black, Adam Cole teaming with Britt Baker, MJF-Wardlow dynamic, and more.
A review of the latest impact of Impact including the worst wrestler name in pro wrestling.
A review of WWE Smackdown including the dynamic between Seth Rolins and Roman Reigns, and a warning about how things could go wrong with Reigns if WWE turns him babyface.
Thoughts on Mustafa Ali's request to be released not being granted by WWE.
A review of Raw including thoughts on Bobby Lashley vs. Seth Rollins, Doudrop being set up as Becky Lynch's challenger, and more.
Sidebars in the show on the great Popeye vs. Looney Tunes debate and a great Bob Backlund backstage clip after he lost his WWF Title to Iron Shiek.
Reaction to Bully Ray trending on Twitter after he said on his podcast that Jon Moxley should have said he was sorry in his promo for disappearing from TV for months.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-19-2012), host Wade Keller was joined by special guest cohost PWTorch Specialist Jon Cudo. They talked with live calls and answered email questions for an hour on these topics: Thoughts on Raw, Brodus Clay, Chris Jericho, Bruno Sammartino not being in WWE Hall of Fame, and more. Also, in the VIP Aftershow they review Keller's article from the latest newsletter mapping out a potential WrestleMania line-up.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-17-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Travis Bryant to discuss the week in pro wrestling and where things are headed into the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania season. They talk about the Vince McMahon MLK tribute tradition, the video on Superfly Snuka, the absurd finish to Alexa Bliss vs. Becky Lynch, Mickie James’s return, Shinsuke Nakamura’s potential debut, and much more with a mix of callers and emails.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview from Jan. 12, 2016 with former WWE Creative Team member and current wrestling columnist Kevin Eck. Kevin talked about a range of current events including WrestleMania potential line-ups, Roman Reigns’s potential heel turn, the relationship between Vince McMahon and Creative Team and how they communicate, the history of WM planning and how far in advance PPV line-ups are penciled in, what match will headline WM this year, bullying in WWE between JBL-types and newer wrestlers or creative team members, JBL’s berating of the woman wrestler on Raw this week and Rich Swann making fun of Neville’s ears on 205 Live this week could Miz win the Rumble this year, Hall of Fame formatting, the relationship between Creative Team members and wrestlers out of the workplace, and MCW-Hardys-Eck news.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-17-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss Chris Jericho's third week on Raw, Brodus Clay's second week on Raw, John Laurinaitis, R-Truth, and more plus a look ahead to the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania. Live caller questions throughout, plus email questions answered in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow including controversy over how Evan Bourne's suspension was handled by WWE.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and star of the PWTorch VIP podcast "Everything with Rich & Wade." They cover these topics...
Big E's trajectory after he lost clean to Seth Rollins on Raw on Monday and whether he earned a place alongside Brock Lesnar, Roman, Reigns, and Becky Lynch as protected top tier player in WWE.
Comparing the different approach AEW and WWE have taken regarding featuring their top stars.
Has the Brock Lesnar, Paul Heyman, and Roman Reigns storyline gotten sloppy?
Is Seth Rollins still a contender to be a top tier main eventer for WWE, especially if Brock and Roman aren't around a year or two from now?
Reaction to AEW Battle of the Belts, including the decision to put Dustin Rhodes in Cody's slot against Sammy Guevara. Plus a reaction to the rating and viewership.
NXT's latest step toward becoming more linked to the main roster creatively, and thoughts on crossover appearances like A.J. Styles's recenlty. Plus, Shawn Michaels's rise and previous comments about changes now looking dated.
The mix of women in the Royal Rumble this year, how WWE handled the announcement, and WWE repairing its relationship with Mickie James.
WrestleKingdom, the good and the bad, including a debacle of a third night experiment with NOAH and the inclusion of Stardom.
Social media segment on how Hook, Kenny Omega, Brian Pillman Jr. and MJF all fared in online dust-ups over the past week.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-11-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss potential WrestleMania line-ups, wonder if the Rumble winner will even get a title shot, WWE’s odd use of language and phrasing, review the first TNA Impact Wrestling show of 2017, and much more with live callers and emails contributions.
Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss a wide range of topics including answering email questions. Topics include: Rusev, Enzo & Cass, and New Day getting off-track, Bring it to the Table and what Paul Heyman was up to, ROH’s roster in 2017 and who might go where and who would replace them, Kyle O’Reilly’s potential, the buzz around Kenny Omega, potential NXT call-ups, a potential WWE draft or trades, is WWE hoarding talent to spite non-WWE wrestling groups, Undertaker, Rock Star Spud, why is Smackdown different and better than Raw, and more.
In this week's Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to Wade's interview from Jan. 5, 2016 with former WWE and TNA wrestler Matt Morgan who evaluates bigger wrestlers today from Baron Corbin to Braun Strowman to Big Cass to Nia Jax, shares a story about having a match with A.J. Styles at their WWE tryout, working for TNA when Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan were there, plus Rumble & WM predictions with live caller and email contributions.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-3-2012), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the previous night's Raw, including Chris Jericho's return to Raw and why no one should be mad and why it was brilliant, plus Cena-Kane, Punk-Ziggler, Lesnar-Taker, and more. Plus live callers, email questions, and more topics in the Livecast and hour-plus long VIP Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They cover these topics including many prompted by listener questions in the mailbag and Twitter:
Evaluating WWE's decision to have Brock Lesnar beat Big E at Day 1.
Evaluating WWE's follow-up on Raw with Lesnar and Paul Heyman, and what was missing.
Could WWE move some talent around because of the health status of Drew McIntyre and the departure of Jeff Hardy, such as Big E to Smackdown?
What happens between Lesnar and Bobby Lashley at the Royal Rumble?
Thoughts on the "Hangman" Page vs. Bryan Danielson match on Dynamite tomorrow night, including predicting the length of the match and the pros and cons of each winning.
How big can GCW become while still keeping their identity?
Which NXT wrestlers might be in the Rumble this year? Could any NXT wrestler win either of them?
Is Fox or TNT more disappointed in the dropoff in viewership for Smackdown and Dynamite respectively since the first debut episodes peak level?
WWE renaming PPVs as PLEs.
AEW signing Jake Atlas.
Thoughts on Tony Khan's reaction on Twitter to Big Swole's comments.
Does Keith Lee stand to benefit from the Swole controversy?
Could the Rumble winner face on night two the winner of Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns on night 1 at WrestleMania this year if WWE plans to merge the titles?
Should WWE even consider merging the rosters?
Who in AEW might be frustrated with their pushes?
AEW having some storylines that never get resolves.
VIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW
Is the window closing on striking with a big angle with Cody Rhodes?
Thoughts on Hook.
The lay of the land with the top six women in WWE heading into WrestleMania.
Impact's Hard to Kill PPV.
Some Minnesota Vikings talk.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-3-2017), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Travis Bryant to discuss the WWE Network show from Monday night called “Bring it to the Table” where JBL and Paul Heyman whined about fans who are critical of WWE, should WWE rehire Hulk Hogan, plus conversations about Alexa Bliss, American Alpha, New Day, USA Network’s satisfaction with WWE, and more with live callers and emails throughout.
In the first of a double-header Interview Classic episode, we jump back five years to Wade's interview from Dec. 29, 2016 with former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist and WCW Nitro cohost Mark Madden who talks about WWE women’s rise, Ronda Rousey-WWE, Cruiserweights, Nitro era and the demise of WCW, today’s announcing, Roman Reigns, and more.
Then in a bonus flashback from Dec. 28, 2011 with hosts PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell, McNeill interviews Big Vito with live callers and emails. Topics include his WWE & WCW & ECW runs, memories of the Mamalukes, wearing a dress in WWE, working in the ECW Arena, why Vito stopped wearing a dress in WWE, his stiffest opponent, wanting to work with Kurt Angle, his current standing with WWE & TNA, not being retired and still working, why TNA's angle with Angle fighting in a bar was unrealistic, WWE.com's "turkey" feature that he took offense to, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, Caldwell & McNeill dive into the McNeill Mailbag and break down the Live Events Center.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They record "The Fix" podcast every week and about once every three weeks present their weekly analysis on the WKPWP Flagship. This week they cover these topics:
Toni Storm's departure from WWE.
A full review of Smackdown last week including the Paul Heyman sitdown interview with Kayla Braxton.
A full review of Raw including the A.J. Styles-Grayson Waller segment, several key absences due to COVID, and the Miz and Maryze renewal of wedding vows.
A WWE Day 1 PPV preview.
A full review of NXT 2.0 from this week.
Full review of AEW Rampage including Hook's second match and Cody Rhodes defeating Sammy Guevara for the TNT Title.
Analysis of what's going on with Cody and whether he's playing three-dimensional chess and in total control of how fans are reacting to him - or the opposite.
Full review of AEW Dynamite including C.M. Punk-MJF-Wardlow developments, Jade Cargill vs. Thunder Rosa, Brandi Rhodes confronting Dan Lambert, and the flaw in the Adam Cole-Kyle O'Reilly storyline already.
Previews of nights 1 and 2 of New Japan's WrestleKingdom.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-27-2011), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss last night's Raw, Thursday's Impact, John Cena's potential heel turn, who would replace Rock if he got injured before WrestleMania, who would replace Cena if he got injured before WrestleMania, looking ahead to 2012, and much more wrestling talk, plus some pro sports talk at the end in the VIP Aftershow.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-27-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican for the Mid-Week Flagship. They cover a wide array of topics from DIY’s 2016 rise to ROH roster changes to WrestleKingdom to Rumble to NXT Japan special and much much more with live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from ten years ago (12-16-2011). Wade interviews Diamond Dallas Page about his WCW Nitro memories, favorite matches, what went wrong with Undertaker and the WWF, working Goldberg, DDPYoga, hosting the Best of WCW Nitro DVD set, and more in the Livecast, including live callers.
In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, he talks about Cody Rhodes before joining WWE with insight into his road to becoming a pro wrestler, reflections on Kanyon, does he stay in touch with Scott Hall, what's the deal with Mark Madden's hatred for him to this day, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-20-2011), host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss last night's Raw, Sunday's TLC PPV, Zack Ryder's U.S. Title win, Daniel Bryan's World Title win, and more, plus at the end of the VIP Aftershow, some NFL playoff projections and Tim Tebow 101.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a long-time PWTorch columnist and host of the "Wrestling Night in America" podcast on the PWTorch Dailycast line-up. They cover these topics:
The Vince McMahon-Austin Theory storyline
NXT's top female prospects for main roster
The current feuds with women on Raw and Smackdown with Toni Storm, Liv Morgan, Doudrop, and Shotzi paired with established main eventers
Dynamite Holiday Bash preview and the usage of Adam Cole so far
Is AEW really underperforming expectations after signings of C.M. Punk, Bryan Danielson, and Adam Cole?
"Hangman" Page so far as champion, and what's the best course for him going forward.
A mailbag question from a listener turned off by Tony Khan's reactions to criticism.
Tony Khan's reaction to Kevin Owens re-signing with WWE.
Kevin Owen commenting on extending his WWE deal and what he said about the ROH PPV.
WWE's overproduced segment with Liv Morgan and Becky Lynch
What's next for Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns?
A Mailbag question on Impact Wrestling's outlook for 2022.
A Mailbag questions on whether WWE's unclean finishes that are meant to protect wrestlers are actually backfiring because of the lack of proper follow-up.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-20-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by veteran pro wrestling radio voice John Arezzi to talk about the current pro wrestling scene including Roman Reigns analysis, what happens to WWE after Vince McMahon, Vince Russo’s fascinating start in wrestling that Arezzi facilitated, Paul Heyman teenager stories, A.J. Styles at WrestleMania 17, potential Shinsuke Nakamura and Samoa call-ups, and much more with callers & emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (12-16-2016). Wade interviews Jim Ross, who talks about the end of Jerry Lawler’s run on WWE TV, the prospects of a Shawn Michaels vs. A.J. Styles match, Hall of Fame candidates this year, New Japan Pro Wrestling on AXS TV including WrestleKingdom 11 this January, and much more with live callers and email questions.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-14-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined once again by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net. They discuss a wide range of topics including how to spell Smackdown and refer to Smackdown Live, the Sami Zayn-Strowman angle, should The Shield reunite, a breakdown of the pros and cons of the big VICE article, A.J. Styles vs. James Ellsworth, New Day’s tag team legacy, the ROH departures to NXT/WWE and whether it’s good or bad for ROH, The Revival in WWE, the Young Bucks decision to sign with ROH and how they might have been utilized in WWE, and more. It’s a jam-packed show.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-13-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw, the Slammy Awards, the Mystery Video, WrestleMania 28 taking shape, the WWE Network, and a lot more including lots of calls and email questions in 90 minutes of Livecast and 41 minutes of a VIP Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Sean Radican, a long-time PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
A look at ROH's future and what it actually means that they've shut down but are possibly relaunching in August. What would that relaunch look like and who would the top stars be?
ROH's peak eras and biggest stars through the years
ROH's contributions and legacies to the wrestling industry.
Could ROH have grown to a point that AEW wouldn't have happened, and would that have ultimately been successful compared to AEW?
ROH Final Battle thoughts including the video messages from ex-ROH wrestlers and the Jay Lethal substitution. Plus, where does Lethal rank on ROH's all-time list.
AEW's ratings since the big acquisitions.
The Cody problem, with a look back at early signs of issues with him in ROH and the origin of the relationship with The Young Bucks.
Some WWE talk to close things out including potential big matches for WrestleMania and the state of the women's division.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-14-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined once again by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net. They talk about Goldberg’s 2003 run in WWE and why a Steve Austin match didn’t happen, FloSlam and OTT, A.J. Styles’s prospects for 2017, WWE Hall of Fame speculation, the year-end Smackdown hype, John Cena on SNL, and much more with callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (12-8-2016). Wade interviews Al Snow, a veteran of many wrestling promotions from SMW to ECW to WWE to TNA, head trainer for Tough Enough, and still training wrestlers. We get an update on what he’s doing now and then shift into a long broad conversation about the state of the wrestling industry today, what kayfabe really is and why it matters, how wrestlers today are getting certain vital things wrong to their detriment, the way wrestlers are paid, what getting a pop really means, what it means to be “over,” and more including caller and email interaction. This includes a previously VIP-exclusive 33 minute portion not previously offered on our free podcast feed.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (12-9-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They react to the previous night's Raw, all the attention paid to John Cena being booed, the TLC main event set-up, what's next for Cena, Zack Ryder's push, Undertaker's streak, Chris Jericho's potential return, and more, including a lot of rapid-fire email questions in the VIP Aftershow on a wide range of topics including the WWE Network idea for a daily talk show.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (12-7-2016), Wade is joined by Jim Valley, host of Saturday Morning Wrestling on the PWTorch Livecast line-up. They discussed the remarkable recovery from what Maura Ranallo called last week “the mother of all Styles Clashes,” the great week Alexa Bliss has had, whether Sasha Banks is better off as a heel, the prospects of “205 Live” and how it’s been presented so far, what Noam Darr got right, the introduction of Jack Gallagher, New Day’s potential heel turn, the merit of the return of more squash matches, dissecting the Enzo and Lana hotel room angle, and more with various topics provided by callers and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They cover these topics including some prompted by listener questions in the mailbag (and more):
Brock Lesnar's as a babyface and possible results of his match at Day One against Roman Reigns.
Kevin Owens' future and where he would fit in AEW
AEW's ensemble approach to featuring their top half of the roster, pro and con
The Edge-Miz feud so far and Edge's future after that.
Vince McMahon's strange relationship with Austin Theory.
AEW's remaining potential free agent signings including the format Bray Wyatt.
Johnny Gargano's decision and potential in both NXT/WWE and AEW.
A look at NXT WarGames and 2.0 overall, with thoughts on Triple H's status
The latest on ROH now and potential future if they restart in April.
Sammy Guevara's TNT Title reign and performance as a babyface.
The C.M. Punk-MJF dynamic
The Cody Rhodes conundrum including whether trying so hard is working for him
How the Hangman Page-Bryan Danielson feud is going so far
And more sprinkled throughout with various sidebars and other topics.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-30-2016), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss fans booing Roman Reigns, Vince's clear commitment to Reigns, and Wade's assessment why fans were booing Reigns and how to fix it with a heel turn. They also talk about the Revival on the main roster, New Day losing steam, Kevin Owens' Universal Title reign, the Enzo-Lana saga, Brock Lesnar-Goldberg pros and cons, Sasha Banks, Ric Flair, Austin Aries headlining 205 Live, Billy Corgan's comments about Dixie Carter, John Cena vs. Undertaker, rumors, ROH's 2017 prospects, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (12-1-2016). Wade interviews ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy (@mccarthyredhead). They discuss whether WWE wrestlers could follow the lead of UFC fighters in aiming for a collective bargaining agreement with WWE to earn more money and benefits, plus they discuss Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar, evaluate the comedic success of Cesaro & Sheamus in The Bar and the Chris Jericho/Kevin Owens dynamic, the Sasha Banks vs. Charlotte feud, insights into Vince McMahon’s fetish about having wrestlers lose in their hometown, and more with live callers.
Then in a bonus flashback, we feature the Thanksgiving weekend episode of "Saturday Morning Wrestling." Thanksgiving used to be the biggest night of the year in pro wrestling. In this episode from Nov. 19, 2016, Jim Valley talks with David Chappell of midatlanticgateway.com about Starrcade, Survivor Series, and big cards around the country. They talk about the biggest moments and the low points of Starrcade and Survivor Series.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. This is a simulcast of part of this week's "The Fix with Todd & Wade" podcasts which are usually VIP-exclusive. Topics covered include:
Review of the post-Survivor Series episode of WWE Smackdown including Charlotte's interview
Review of this week's Raw including the returns of Edge and Miz, Big E vs. Kevin Owens
Todd's take on the latest round of WWE roster cuts
Todd's take on the New Japan-NOAH announcement
Review of last night's AEW Dynamite including the Cody Rhodes flaming table finish, C.M. Punk-MJF, Bryan Danielson leaning more into being a heel, and more.
A review of NXT 2.0 this week including Johnny Gargano vs. Bron Breaker in the main event and final War Games hype.
A preview of Sunday's NXT WarGames line-up.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-29-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw including the Daniel Bryan vs. Mark Henry angle, the tacky Thanksgiving Impact, the mysterious vignettes on WWE TV and whether they were from Chris Jericho or Undertaker, John Morrison's promo progress, and VIP Aftershow rapid-fire questions.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-22-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw including John Cena manipulating Miz and Truth into breaking up, fallout from Survivor Series, C.M. Punk's promo last night, the trend of top stars downgrading others in the company on TV, and looking ahead to the next four PPVs including WrestleMania including possible main events. They take live calls and email questions throughout.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-15-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss last night's Raw including the return of The Rock, the final hype for Survivor Series, the Michael Cole Challenge with Jim Ross, the return of Mick Foley with a This Is Your Life John Cena segment, and more from Raw, plus other topics, a lot of live callers, and a lot of email questions. The previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow includes a discussion comparing two rising stars - Robert Roode and Dolph Ziggler - who ten years later are now teaming together in WWE.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-8-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw and the possible reasons for the drastic drop in the rating this week. They take live calls, answer email questions, and then in the VIP Aftershow tackle last week's TNA Impact show, Chris Jericho's future, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, Pro Wrestling Torch columnist. They discuss:
Vince McMahon's odd return to TV and the ratings impact
Is Roman Reigns right that WWE is targeting a broader audience than AEW?
What are WWE's main weaknesses at this point?
AEW's main event roster depth with Kenny Omega and Adam Cole
What top stars should AEW sign from WWE next and if the top three should be women?
ROH hiatus and place in the landscape if they return
Impact's niche compared to NXT headed into 2022
What is Triple H's legacy and does he have a future running WWE anymore?
Reflecting on AEW vs. NXT battle and what turned it in AEW's favor
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-1-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss last night's Raw including the Rock's taped promo, The Muppets skits, the champions losing, the surprising finishes, Jim Ross being bumped, and more. Live callers, email questions answered, and a VIP Aftershow tackling a variety of Raw topics, TNA topics, and ROH. You can hear them talk about DVDs and iPod Touches, too, indicative of the tech era in 2011 compared to now.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (11-20-2016). Wade interviews Sean “X-Pac” Waltman, who talks about his new weekly talk show called “X-Pac 1-2-360” on Afterbuzz TV, plus callers chime in to get his thoughts on Stephanie McMahon as a central figure on WWE TV, Survivor Series, the influence behind the scenes of Road Dogg these days, his Mount Rushmore of pro wrestling, and more. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive portion, Sean talks about the differing philosophies of Vince McMahon and Triple H, whether Roman Reigns should turn heel, how Seth Rollins’s babyface turn was bungled, the Zeb Colter WrestleMania promo that Donald Trump praised, have fans changed over the years, thoughts on TNA’s ownership battle including blunt comments regarding Dixie Carter, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss the big week in AEW from Full Gear to Dynamite with in-person notes from Target Center and the media Q&A. Then they discuss the state and future of ROH followed by a preview of Survivor Series, the Vince McMahon trajectory from here on out and is Triple H or someone else the heir apparent, and what Jimmy Fallon mentioning The Rock might mean. And more scattered throughout.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special WWE Survivor Series PPV Preview on this special Wednesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest celebrity analyst Sam Roberts. They talk Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte Flair, Roman Reigns vs. Big E, RK-Bro vs. Usos, the Team Raw vs. Team Smackdown matches, whether the Survivor Series format is worth keeping, the potential quality of this event overall, and some sidebars on Bron Breaker, Shinsuke Nakamura, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (11-13-2016). Wade interviews Nick Aldis, a/k/a Magnus, about a wide range of topics in this in-depth interview including his current career aspirations, why he’s not in WWE, the thriving UK wrestling scene, his wife Mickie James’s match against Asuka at NXT Takeover, thoughts on TNA’s current ownership situation and losing the Challenge TV clearance, turning points in TNA history, what Sting meant to him, any regrets he has, dream matches, and more with caller and email contributions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. This is a simulcast of part of this week's PWTorch VIP podcast, "The Fix with Todd & Wade," which they do roughly every three weeks.
They begin with a review of AEW Rampage including the stellar C.M. Punk-Eddie Kingston exchange with a lengthy discussion about whether Punk's tone and overall sanctimonious demeanor is detrimental in the big picture for his character or an example of why the face-heel dynamic should be seen on a spectrum. Also, did it take Adam Cole too long to beat John Silver? Then a full review of Dynamite including the contract signing between Kenny Omega and Hangman Page. Then a match-by-match preview of Full Gear with odds on some matches and analysis of the build. They move on to a review of this week's NXT 2.0 and the latest episodes of Smackdown and Raw. Then the show closes with Todd's review of New Japan Power Struggle.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special AEW Full Gear PPV Preview Roundtable on this Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-hosts Tyler Sage and Eric Krol. They march through the card beginning with the Kenny Omega vs. "Hangman" Adam Page main event for the AEW World Title and discuss the pros and cons of various outcomes. They discuss the hype for C.M. Punk vs. Eddie Kingston so far, and likely outcome and match quality of the rest of the match with predictions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (11-3-2016). He interviews Gabe Sapolsky for the first 30 minutes and then Steve Austin for the next 75 minutes. Sapolsky, VIP of Talent Relations and Creative for EVOLVE and WNN, discusses the FloSlam streaming affiliation and what it means to indy wrestling and the development of talent, WWE’s reaction, who his top stars are, what the marketing will be, and more. Then Steve Austin joins Wade to talk a lot of current events including evaluating the main event programs and wrestlers in WWE and what is working and not working, plus Goldberg’s return, Miz finding his way, the awkward Dean Ambrose interview on WWE Network, his Kurt Angle interview, the prospects of a Shawn Michaels vs. A.J. Styles, thoughts on Charlotte, and then some UFC talk about Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey at the end. Plus, he gets listeners ready for CMT’s “Broken Skull Challenge” that starts up again with new episodes on CMT on Nov. 13.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a new Interview with Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio host and book author John Arezzi. Both Wade and John covered the Vince McMahon Steroid Trial in person in New York in 1994. They discuss the "Dark Side of the Ring" documentary last week dedicated to the McMahon Trial, including what they thought of the editorial choices on how to tell the story and what to include and exclude. John talks about that frightening visit to his house covered in the documentary and another side of it not brought up on the documentary. They look at key figures in the documentary in their specific roles in the trial including expanding on what the documentary covered. They share many other fascinating first-hand stories from being in the courtroom and outside the courtroom for the media circus. This interview was originally featured on the PWTorch VIP podcast feed for VIP members earlier this week in its entirety.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, PWTorch columnist. They discuss these topics:
The improvement in Raw since the draft kicked in and what stood out this week.
Becky Lynch continues to strive to get booed while being cheered, is Seth the answer?
Cody Rhodes attempting to get cheered
Reflecting "Rhodes to the Top"
C.M. Punk "disappointed" in Eddie Kingston's behavior - is that cringy?
Bryan Danielson shining in AEW so far, where does Kingston match rank
The Halloween themed matches on AEW and WWE TV
ROH's announcement that they're going on hiatus after Final Battle
MLW changes and can they fill in gap left by ROH
T-Bar vs. Damien Priest on Raw in a hard-hitting match, can T-Bar be saved?
Paul Heyman's interview with Kayla Braxton on Smackdown about Brock-Reigns
Bron Breakker progress and upside based on NXT 2.0 work so far
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (10-27-2016) with Colt Cabana talking about his new documentary, “The Wrestling Road Diaries 3: Comedy Equals Money,” the making of it and the previous two including the filming process and editing progress, the rise of wrestler-hosted podcasts and his influence as a pioneer in that category, his finding of a balance between comedy and serious wrestling when he works indy shows, looking back at ROH and why his return to ROH has brought back something he missed about pro wrestling, what secrets wrestlers still like to keep, a funny WWE story regarding social media, the end of Vine, and more.
Then, in a bonus segment, Jim Valley interviews "The Ace of Belts" Dave Millican about all of his creations including ROH, NWA, WWE championships. We also talk historical belts like the AWA Southern championship, AWA World title and the NWA’s “Ten Pounds of Gold”. We even talk about the championship belts from the Spike TV show “Lip Sync Battle.”
In this special Thursday Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, we jump back to two episodes from five years ago this week - one covering Raw and the other covering Smackdown.
In the first episode from Oct. 24, 2016, PWTorch editor Wade Keller went live right after WWE Monday Night Raw went off the air and was joined by Pat McNeill a lot of callers to talk about Monday Night Raw including the final push for Hell in a Cell with a memorable Mick Foley segment with Charlotte and Sasha Banks and a show-closing angle with Seth Rollins getting powerbombed into the ring apron. Also, a debacle of a segment with Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar, and more. They also discuss with a couple callers the announcement of the FloSlam pro wrestling streaming platform announcement today.
In the second episode from Oct. 25, 2016, Wade went live right after WWE Smackdown Live tonight and discussed what could be the among the lowest rated Smackdowns ever up against the NBA season starting on TNT and the start of the Cubs-Indians World Series. He talks with callers about A.J. Styles vs. Dean Ambrose with James Ellsworth at ringside, Becky Lynch’s return, prospects of a Shawn Michaels return to face Styles in San Antonio, Randy Orton’s apparent heel turn, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They dive into the season finale of "Rhodes to the Top" with thoughts on Cody coping with being booed, impressions of Brandi, and Arn Anderson seemingly thinking Aleister Black is some unknown upstart kid getting a big rub from Cody. They also cover the Charlotte-Becky Lynch dust-up with an attempt to understand Charlotte's perspective and whether she'd be a good signing for AEW. Then a look at the post-Draft roster alignment and the Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman-Brock Lesnar post-Crown Jewel angle. They answer a variety of listener questions from the Mailbag including Seth Rollins admitting he doesn't even know what his character is. They discuss Lance Archer's reaction to landing on his head, WWE scheduling a PPV on Labor Day weekend next year when AEW usually runs All Out, and Impact's Bound for Glory ending with two World Title changes, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-25-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw including the fallout from Vengeance, Triple H vs. Kevin Nash feud, C.M. Punk standing up to Laurinaitis, John Cena's potential heel turn and signs of it, Hulk Hogan's babyface turn, James Storm's title win, ratings upticks for all three major shows, and live calls and email questions. Also, in the VIP Aftershow, a discussion on the flaws that could hold ROH back, TNA's announcing situation, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (10-20-2016) with Diamond Dallas Page, including his thoughts on Goldberg’s appearance on Raw on Monday, early Goldberg memories, the making of his new DDP DVD, Jake Roberts, his favorite two matches of his career, and more including live callers and email questions.
Then in a bonus segment, former WWF wrestler and ECW Champion Justin Credible joins Wade to discuss the Oct. 18, 2021 Smackdown with callers including the James Ellsworth vs. A.J. Styles main event, Curt Hawkins' debut, the Nikki Bella-Carmella segment, Baron Corbin’s crushing of Jack Swagger, and more. At the end of the show they also talk Goldberg’s debut on Raw and the challenge of syncing up social media activity with on-air characters and how WWE and wrestlers could serve fans by getting on the same page.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. This is a simulcast of the first part of this week's PWTorch VIP podcast, "The Fix with Todd & Wade," which they do roughly every three weeks. The following topics are covered in roughly this order:
A full review of WWE Crown Jewel including the gaping logic gap stemming from the finish of Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar that lingers heading into Smackdown.
A look at the last week of New Japan's G1 tournament including the unfortunate ending of the final match.
A review of last week's AEW Buy In, Rampage, and Dynamite, plus a discussion on the Tony Khan war of words with Eric Bischoff, Roman Reigns, and Booker T including whether Tony came out looking strong or made some p.r. missteps.
A review of NXT 2.0 from last week building up next week's Halloween Havoc.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-18-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the previous night's Raw including the final hype for Vengeance and the Mexico City setting with Jim Ross and Michael Cole in the main event. Also a lot of talk of the politics going into and coming out of Bound for Glory including Robert Roode, A.J. Styles, and Hulk Hogan. Plus live calls, email topics, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow more on Hogan's political games historically and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with a mix of four formats - Mailbag, Live Callers, a PPV Preview, and a 10 Years Ago Flashback! First up is the WWE Crown Jewel preview with cohost Cameron Hawkins from the PWTorch East Coast Cast with a mix of Crown Jewel-related calls and emails. They discuss the pros and cons of various possible outcomes for all of the announced matches from Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar to Edge vs. Seth Rollins to the Queen and King tournament finals.
Then, in a 10 Years Ago Flashback, Wade was joined by columnist Bruce Mitchell to talk about TNA Bound for Glory fallout, Hulk Hogan's potential political games, locker room tension, plus Raw talk with live calls and emails in the mix. This episode live streamed originally on Oct. 17, 2011.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (10-13-2016) with Scott Hudson, former WCW announcer with stints with WWE and TNA also. He reminisces about the Monday Night War era, calling Nitros, the backstage atmosphere as the WCW era came to a close, his thoughts on the rise of Goldberg and predictions on the difference he’ll make in his return, the final Nitro, Mauro Ranallo's announcing and the art of wrestling announcing changing over the decades, and more, including live caller questions.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-11-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They tackle the previous night's odd Raw and field upset callers and emails reacting to the show. Many other subjects include TNA Bound for Glory, Brock Lesnar, the IC Title, Jim Ross's treatment, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they break down the Raw quarter hour ratings, preview Bound for Glory, analyze ROH TV so far, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, PWTorch columnist. They open with a conversation about whether Tony Khan is setting himself and AEW fans up for disappointment by building up Friday's battle between Rampage and Smackdown, and also what's going on with Rampage viewership continuing to drop despite C.M. Punk wrestling last Friday. They assess the progress and predict the futures of WWE's King of the Ring and Queen's Crown Tournament matches, discuss Jon Moxley vs. Nick Gage and how Renee is dealing with Jon's violent matches, MLW's efforts to fit into the crowded U.S. pro wrestling landscape including reaction to the Fightland special, and more. They also answer Mailbag questions on an alternate scenario with Aleister Black in WWE, the women's tag match on Raw last night, and Rich's Justice League of Japanese wrestlers. Some non-wrestling topics include thoughts on Squid Game and how to cut a peanut butter & jelly sandwich creatively.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (10-5-2016) with long-time pro wrestling radio show host and book author John Arezzi about the reported Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar match set for Survivor Series and the prospects of Charlotte vs. Sasha Banks in a Hell in a Cell match. They also delve into the changes in how pro wrestling delivers its product to fans over the decades to put in perspective WWE Network in its early stages. They also take live calls on a range of current events stemming from Raw and Smackdown.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-4-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They present analysis of WWE Hell in a Cell fallout on Raw, the big Walk Out angle with Triple H, and much more including live calls and interactive emails. Also in the VIP Aftershow they debate whether Bobby Roode is a good top star for TNA going forward, is Hurricane Helms's charity event in bad taste, and more from Raw.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Bonus Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. Mailbag questions include: Could a billionaire start a third major promotion with the talent out there? Is AEW booking young rising stars to have enough wins? Will WWE pay a price for not being the promotion young wrestlers aspire to work for? Did AEW's wrestler EVPs earn their executive titles and do the EVPs even get along with each other anymore? Does Jason stand by his comments ten years ago about Cody Rhodes's potential? Is Cody avoiding trying to be a top wrestler in AEW for fear of failure given deep roster of top stars in AEW? Did USA Network overpay for WWE and does "Dark Side of the Ring" hurt their image to get a new TV deal? Were announcers too harsh on Dana Brooke before she took a beating on Raw from Shayna Baszler? And also reaction to the first episode of "Rhodes to the Top" including early impressions of Cody and Brandi and the behind the scenes look at AEW.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They thoroughly review the reshuffled WWE roster after the draft beginning with Raw's men's division, tag team division, and women's division, then Smackdown's mens, tag team, and women's division. They isolate key wrestlers and look at potential opponents including Becky Lynch, Big E, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, and Bobby Lashley. Then they ask whether AEW Rampage's ratings indicate it's more of a burden already for Tony Khan than a success, and different ways to read the ratings so far with the additions of C.M. Punk, Bryan Danielson, and Adam Cole. Then some thoughts on Impact not benefiting greatly from AEW wrestlers crossing over, and AEW Dynamite in general.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (9-29-2016) with Kevin Eck, former WWE creative team member from 2011-2014 and also a long-time journalist who currently writes a popular blog on pro wrestling. Keller begins with an update on TNA’s ownership situation with developments ongoing during the show, then gets insights from Kevin on how WWE management is likely to evaluate TNA wrestlers should WWE acquire TNA or that talent become available to sign, including Bobby Lashley, EC3, Drew Galloway, Gail Kim, and Abyss. Also, in-depth discussions on the Cruiserweight Division, Dolph Ziggler, A.J. Styles, Seth Rollins, and Roman Reigns.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. This is a simulcast of this week's PWTorch VIP podcast, "The Fix with Todd & Wade," which we do roughly every three weeks. The following topics are covered in roughly this order:
- A review of AEW Rampage and AEW Dynamite including thoughts on Sammy Guevara's TNT Title win and Miro's future, MJF's harsh promo on Darby Allin, C.M. Punk on commentary, and everything else on those shows.
- Reaction to the premiere episode of "Rhodes to the Top" including how Brandi Rhdoes came across, what felt real and what felt contrived, whether Darby showed too much of his real self, analysis of the Cody-Brandi dynamic, behind the scenes glimpses of AEW operations, and more.
- Reviews of Smackdown and Raw including the latest with Roman Reigns, Big E's push as WWE Champion, Doudrop's character, Drew McIntyre's appearance at the end of Raw, what's up with Shayna Baszler, and more.
- Review of NXT 2.0 and a reaction to the drop in viewership.
- Thoughts on the latest New Japan G1 tournament happenings
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-27-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They present analysis of what about C.M. Punk rubs people the wrong way behind the scenes and on camera, WWE Hell in a Cell hype on Raw, Ring of Honor's semi-national TV debut pros and cons, Cena, Miz-Truth, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, subjects subjects include Chris Jericho, Mick Foley, Undertaker, and Vince McMahon. Plus, some Minnesota VIking talk after an 0-3 start.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special WWE Draft Special edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Nick Barbati from the PWTorch VIP podcast "Nick & Tom's Intercontinental Adventure" and PWTorch.com's Smackdown Hits & Misses column. They predict how Raw and Smackdown men's and women's rosters will be redistributed in the draft and make their cases for some potential surprises in terms of heel/face turns and brand placement. Also, a jump back to Wade's 2011 Draft Analysis including the John Cena "psych!" angle where he switched brands twice, plus familiar names in the draft including Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes, Wade Barrett, and many others.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-20-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss Raw featuring the follow-up to the Night of Champions PPV and the announcement of two Hell in a Cell PPV main events. They take live calls on a range of subjects and then in the VIP Aftershow they talk Night of Champions top to bottom, ROH's new TV show and potential growth, Matt Hardy's latest headlines, and Sting vs. Flair last Thursday.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (9-22-2016) with Mick Karch, longtime wrestling ring announcer and play-by-play commentator, one-time fan club president of the Nick Bockwinkel Fan Club. They discuss a wide-ranging list of fascinating topics from the contributions and legacy of the late Nick Bockwinkel and how he is underappreciated by today’s fanbase, to Bobby Heenan’s continued active appearance schedule and what made him so great, to a discussion the state of wrestling announcing and how it could improve and why it’s faltered over the last 10-20 years, have crowds in past generations dating back to the 1970s ever rejected babyfaces and cheered heels at the rate they do today and is it a solvable problem, to the changes in the attitudes and approaches of indy wrestlers today compared to 30 years ago, and much more. The scope of this discussion is vast, and Karch brings insights and anecdotes few others today can provide based on his decades of experience active in pro wrestling, which includes a continued busy schedule in Minnesota and the East Coast, along with his current viewing of the WWE product weekly.
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, PWTorch assistant editor. They answer a lot of Mailbag questions on Dynamite last night, the dynamic with Bianca Belair and Becky Lynch so far, optimism about a best-case scenario for NXT 2.0, reaction to the AEW Dynamite ratings just as they came in during the recording session, the controversies coming out of Vice’s “Dark Side of the Ring” documentary on the 2002 “Plane Ride from Hell” including Ric Flair and Tommy Dreamer, whether AEW can overtake WWE and at what pace if so, will Raw end up on streaming network instead of USA, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a WWE Extreme Rules PPV preview with two-time former WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy. Matt and Wade discuss the full announced line-up, plus plenty of tangents including some great Vince McMahon behind the scenes stories, Michael Hayes, John Laurinaitis, Roman Reigns, Triple H, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (9-15-2016) with Kevin Nash, former WWE, WCW, and TNA main event wrestler and behind the scenes force. Topics include C.M. Punk in UFC, Baron Corbin, Raw rating, WWE’s PG rating problem, Shinsuke Nakamura’s upside on the main roster, updated thoughts on Kevin Owens, the rise of A.J. Styles in WWE, Raven, the new WWE belts, Donald Trump, and much more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. This is a simulcast of this week's PWTorch VIP podcast, "The Fix with Todd & Wade," which we do roughly every 3-4 weeks. The following topics are covered in roughly this order:
Todd's in--perspective perspective from the premiere of NXT 2.0 on Tuesday at the P.C.
Full review of NXT 2.0 including the NXT Title situation and the wedding
Full review of AEW Rampage and AEW Dynamite
Thoughts on next week's big line-up at Arthur Ashe Stadium
Reviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE Raw
Reaction to Big E's WWE Title win and various scenarios for him going forward
A review of the ROH Death Before Dishonor PPV
A New Japan G1 Tournament Preview
Previews of UFC and Bellator cards this weekend
Reaction to Andrew Yang's stance against WWE classifying wrestlers as independent contractors
How might Tony Khan feel about Yang's campaign against independent contractor status
Reaction to WWE's sheepish announcement that Brock Lesnar will face Roman Reigns at Crown Jewel
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-13-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. First, they dissect the Triple H-C.M. Punk segment on Raw including its strengths and some fatal flaws. Also, some talk about Miz and Morrison, WWE Network speculation, and New Day's questionable caricatures. They take live calls for an hour, then go into the VIP Aftershow with more thoughts on Raw, TNA, and the Raw ratings.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-7-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They break down the previous night's Raw. Jason gave it a big thumbs down. Find out why. They analyze the Kevin Nash text twist, the Triple H-C.M. Punk stips, and more. They take live calls for an hour mostly centered around Raw happenings and WWE network. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Kurt Angle's DUI and whether he should be treated differently than Matt Hardy, plus more on Raw. The final segment is dedicated to NFL talk including Powell's expert perspective on Fantasy Football.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago with ex-WWE ring announcer Justin Roberts who talks about his decade-plus experience in WWE, highs and lows, including insight into Kevin Dunn and Triple H and how they treat people behind the scenes, John Cena as a leader, C.M. Punk over the years, and much more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from the "Everything with Rich Fann" VIP podcast, the PWTorch Dailycasts's Deep Dive, and the PWTorch East Coast Cast VIP edition. They begin with a look at the AEW ratings this week and an overview of C.M. Punk's influence so far, they ask whether Adam Cole and Kenny Omega can or should coexist, is The Elite too big and how would it be best pruned, the prospects of Kevin Owens joining AEW, a look at AEW's babyface and heel depth chart, when should Roman Reigns fight Brock Lesnar, thoughts on the Becky Lynch-Bianca Belair exchange and their progress as a heel and a lead babyface respectively, Drew McIntyre current situation, an early look at WWE Extreme Rules, reaction to Triple H's health scare and reflecting on how his legacy for his pet project NXT is being demolished, what the NXT refresh could mean, the death of Daffney, frustration with New Japan this past weekend, MLW getting back up and running, Matt Cardona in contention as one of pro wrestling's most fascinating people of 2021 with his reinvention, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-30-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss the fallout from a newsworthy Raw Supershow including Triple H's announced return to the ring. Also, live calls most of the hour covering more subjects including Smackdown going live, a major uncool moment for C.M. Punk with his gag promo, the NWO reforming, Dolph Ziggler's showing against Randy Orton, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they delve more into Raw and also last week's TNA Impact.
In this Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-23-2011), Wade is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. First, they took over an hour of phone calls reacting to the previous night's Raw, plus Sin Cara, Five-Star Match Ratings, Rey Mysterio, Smackdown Going Live, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they react to the latest Matt Hardy happenings, Jeff Hardy's self-declared pending return to TNA Impact Wrestling, and a reaction to Raw's sub-3.0 rating this week.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents two Interview Classics from ten years ago. First, PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks with ex-WWE Creative Writer Matt McCarthy regarding a variety of current events on Miz-Daniel Bryan, Dolph Ziggler, Kevin Owens, and more, plus some 2011-2012 Daniel Bryan backstage stories and memories of Mr. Fuji.
Then, in a bonus interview, PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill hosts the “Saturday Morning Wrestling” Livecast with special guest ROH announcer Ian Riccaboni discussing the Last Battle of Atlanta released on WWE Network, plus nostalgia wrestling and more topics with live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special AEW All Out PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First up is over an hour and a half of a thorough preview of AEW All Out with some sidebar discussions including the ratings performance of C.M. Punk so far and the impact of "Hangman" Page being subtracted from the line-up. They discuss the pros and cons of going with certain matches in a certain order including the final match of the night. They discuss each match and various possible finishes.
Then the full media Q&A Tony Khan held earlier today including PWTorch columnist Sean Radican. Tony talks about working with C.M. Punk, the logistics of the AEW Dark tapings moving to Universal Studios, deciding on the match order for this show, his thoughts on the revenue possibilities today compared to the 1990s and thoughts on Eric Bischoff's leadership of WCW, the possibility of a six-man championship in the near the future, is he head of his goals, international expansion, working with other companies, the state of the AEW Women's Division, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss Adam Cole's AEW prospects, Brock Lesnar's future opponents, promo ability, and role as a face or heel, Becky Lynch's character, AEW All Out preview, C.M. Punk's trajectory and AEW ratings since his debut, Happy Corbin, a weird Raw, the reboot of NXT, and more including listener emails.
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents this weekend’s Interview Classics from ten years ago with “X-Pac” Sean Waltman who talks about the Miz-Daniel Bryan segment on Talking Smack, NXT Takeover with a focus on Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Samoa Joe, the Randy Orton-Brock Lesnar conclusion at Summerslam, fans booing Roman Reigns, the awkward Steve Austin interview with Dean Ambrose, the death of Chyna, and much more including live callers and email questions.
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller, they cover the following topics: Extensive C.M. Punk discussion including thoughts on ratings for him so far and his first two promos... AEW Rampage episode two review including Jon Moxley vs. Danny Garcia... AEW Dynamite review including Chris Jericho's challenge to MJF and All Out developments... Review of final WWE Smackdown before Summerslam including Roman Reigns-John Cena segment... Review of WWE Monday Night Raw with Summerslam fallout... Additional thoughts on the fallout of the Bianca Belair-Becky Lynch match at Summerslam... NXT Takeover 36 review including Adam Cole vs. Kyle O'Reilly, Karrion Kross vs. Samoa Joe, Dragonov vs. Walter... NXT on USA review including Takeover fallout... UFC Fight Night review...
In our Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first PWTorch editor Wade Keller reads and responds to Mailbag topics including the Becky Lynch-Bianca Belair situation, reviewing AEW's commitment to tag team wrestling, C.M. Punk's impact, the contrast between Nick Khan and Tony Khan, how will R-K-Bro end, is Nikki A.S.H. a failure, and more.
Then in a 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback from Aug. 16, 2011, Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discuss Raw, SummerSlam 2011, Impact, debate Christian's work as a heel, speculate on what's next for C.M. Punk and John Cena, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents two Interview Classics from ten years ago. The first is his interview with former WWE and TNA wrestler Matt Morgan who talks about Summerslam, NXT Takeover, Ambrose on Stone Cold Podcast, Roman Reigns’s push, life after wrestling, and more, including a mix of live callers and email questions. Then, in a bonus interview, we present Jim Valley's interview with Conrad Thompson talking about working with Ric Flair on his podcast, Flair’s career, Mid-Atlantic Wrestling Legends Fanfest, and more!
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, the PWTorch assistant editor. They discuss C.M. Punk extensively from a variety of angles including the pros and cons of the hype so far in the form of hints, possible matches for him, whether there are any reasons for concern about his long-term AEW fit, and more. Also, a variety of Mailbag topics, a Summerslam preview, and a Takeover preview.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special WWE Summerslam PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast. They actually begin with some talk about the importance of passion, authenticity, and the joy of performance for anyone on air from wrestlers to WWE announcers, with Pat McAfee winning people over as particularly applicable example. Then they preview the Smackdown matches at Summerslam first beginning with an evaluation of the hype for Roman Reigns vs. John Cena with a dissection of the good and bad of Cena's promo on Raw last Friday night. They move on to previewing other matches including Bianca Belair vs. Sasha Banks, Bobby Lashley vs. Goldberg, A.J. Styles & Omos vs. R-K-Bro and the upside of Omos and Riddle, Nikki A.S.H. vs. Charlotte vs. Rhea Ripley, and the rest.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from ten years ago with former WWE creative team member John Piermarini. They discuss the final hype for Summerslam on Raw, the fact that only four matches have been announced, predictions for the show, and more related to Sunday's PPV, plus they take live calls for an hour. In the 30-minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss whether there's any sense of real heat between WWE regulars (Punk, Orton, Cena) and The Rock based on latest comments aimed at one another, and analysis of Jim Ross's return and Alex Riley's babyface push.
In our Wildcard Thursday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first PWTorch editor Wade Keller reads and responds to Mailbag topics including Karrion Kross's Raw appearances, Nikki A.S.H., Cody & Brandi's reality show, the AEW-Impact relationship, Damien Priest, Christian-Jungle Boy, and more.
Then in a 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback from Aug. 10, 2011, Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill to discuss Summerslam, pros and cons on the timing of a John Cena heel turn, C.M. Punk's criticism of The Rock, whether Steve Austin would make a comeback on the same show as The Rock, Melina and John Morrison's potential in TNA, and much more. Plus the VIP Aftershow featuring the McNeill Mailbag.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the upcoming debut of AEW Rampage (announce team overexposure risks, format ideas), C.M. Punk, Bray Wyatt, NXT cuts and the odd Vince McMahon treatment of NXT lately, Karrion Kross, Summerslam line-up, Drew McIntyre's current situation, Bianca Belair's upside as a centerpiece top star, Sasha Banks's return, Charlotte's improvements, John Cena's return, Cody-Malikay Black angle, and some fun mailbag topics including which AEW wrestlers would Vince McMahon most covet.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago. This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewing Bob Backlund and Iron Sheik regarding their transition from amateur to professional wrestling, their relationships with Vincent J. McMahon and Vincent K. McMahon, and much more. This interview was conducted live in front of a studio audience at the Dan Gable Wrestling Museum in Waterloo, Iowa on July 23, 2016. The podcast originally aired on Aug. 4, 2016.
Then, in a bonus interview, PWTorch contributor Jim Valley hosts the “Saturday Morning Wrestling” Livecast with special interview guest Magnum T.A., which originally aired on July 30, 2016.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They cover the following topics: Remembering Bobby Eaton... Bray Wyatt's WWE departure and potential in AEW... Adam Cole in AEW and should he disrupt prior plans... Ric Flair's WWE departure and value to AEW... AEW United Center sellout... Reviews of last two AEW Dynamite episodes including Nick Gage, Juventud, Cody-Malakai angle... Review of Smackdown including Roman Reigns-Finn Balor contract signing with Baron Corbin and John Cena... Review of NXT including Dexter Lumis vs. Johnny Gargano with romance with Indi Hartwell at stake... And more...
In our Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first PWTorch editor Wade Keller reads and responds to Mailbag topics about Joe-Kross, Goldberg-Lashley, Triple H-Vince McMahon, Nikki Kross, and more. Then in a 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback from Aug. 2, 2011, Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net to discuss the previous night's WWE Raw from dozens of angles along with taking live calls most of the hour centered mostly around Raw and where Summerslam is headed. In the VIP Aftershow, they talk about the three-man Raw announce booth, WWE Creative Team structure changes, Chris Jericho's hostile dig at C.M. Punk on social media, and last week's Impact.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (7-28-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with Jim Ross discussing recent happenings in WWE including an evaluation of the roster split. He also addresses Jerry Lawler’s role being shifted from the main shows on color commentary to panel pre-shows. There are live callers throughout the show with a range of questions and topics dating back to his days announcing Mid-South Wrestling and Smoky Mountain Wrestling through his AXS TV show and One Man Shows.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Kelly Wells from PWTorch.com and the "PWT Talks NXT" PWTorch Dailycast and the VIP podcast "NXT Eight Years Back." They first discuss whether AEW is going too far with the blood and weapons gore fests including several emails from listeners about that topics. They also respond to other emails on various topics including Wade Barrett's announcing and the AEW-New Japan dynamic. They move on to talk about the pending arrivals of C.M. Punk and Bryan Danielson, various directions their characters could go and who they could face and what kind of a difference they'll make. Then Karrion Kross's treatment on Raw compared to NXT and the internal politics, the state of AEW in general these days, the call-ups of Shotzi Blackheart, Tegan Nox, Toni Storm, and the returns of Goldberg and John Cena, the upcoming promos battles between Cena and Roman Reigns, and some New Japan and MLW talk at the end.
In our Flagship Flashback this week, we jump back to July 26, 2011 when Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell to discuss with live callers Monday's Raw episode in-depth including holes in the booking that were exposed by two title matches and rushing C.M. Punk back, where they go at Summerslam, the WWE announcing situation with Jim Ross apparently back, state of WWE tag division, Dave Lagana's blog on C.M. Punk 2006-2007, Daniel Bryan's WM28 tease, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (7-14-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with former WWE Creative Team member (2009-2010) John Piermarini. They discuss the C.M. Punk-John Cena match at Money in the Bank, Daniel Bryan's surprise Money in the Bank win including who in particular in power likely pushed for his win, the Triple H-Vince McMahon angle on Raw and where it might lead, and more including live calls on a variety of subjects including what changes Triple H might make, R-Truth's push, and much more. In the VIP Aftershow, must-listen insight into life after TV tapings and the how the writers, producers, and wrestlers do and don't intermingle, and whether the mood is different after good or bad PPVs and TV. And finally, fascinating insight into the relationship former WWE booker Pat Patterson has with Raw's lead writer Brian Gewirtz and other WWE creative team members.
In this "Wildcard Thursday" episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, there are three distinct segments:
-First up is the Flagship podcast from ten years ago (7-19-11) with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell who discuss with live callers the fall-out from Money in the Bank on Raw, how McMahon, Punk, Hunter, and Cena all fit into the picture, some early predictions on where the top angle on Raw could go with Hunter in power and McMahon perhaps taking a reduced role, Raw ratings and what it says about the impact of the angle, Sin Cara's WWE status following his suspension, Keller & Powell preview the big Smackdown taping following MITB they attended right after the Livecast, and much more.
-Then a segment of this week's new VIP podcast series, "Pro Wres Paradise" hosted by Alan Counihan with a tribute to Paul Orndorff looking at key matches in his career with his cohost Lee Malone.
-And finally, the first-ever release of the audio of a vintage 1991 Torch Talk that Wade conducted with "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndoff discussing his shift from being a headline pro wrestler to running a bowling alley, how he was recruited by the McMahons to jump to the WWF, why he wouldn't become a pro wrestler again if he had it to do over again, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the puzzling booking decisions made on Raw including Karrion Kross's loss to Jeff Hardy and Keith Lee losing decisively in his first match back. Then they read a bunch of emails about last night's newsworthy Raw including Nikki's MITB cash-in and Goldberg's return. They also discuss Charlotte's short title reigns, the return of crowds, AEW Dynamite's booking resurgence, AEW's women's division, Jay White showing up on Impact's Slammiversary PPV, who will Kenny Omega eventually lose the Impact Title to, ROH's PPV main event and weak title change booking, Smackdown, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (7-14-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with “Dirty” Dutch Mantell, most recently known as Zeb Colter in WWE. In his first post-WWE interview, he explains the origins and intent of the Colter character, TNA memories, Final Deletion reaction, thoughts on Vince Russo, Memphis and Puerto Rico road stories, state of industry, and much more. Live caller questions and emails throughout.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First up, Nick Barbati and Tom Colohue from "Nick & Tom's Intercontinental Adventure," a weekly VIP exclusive podcast, step in to preview this year's Money in the Bank card from top to bottom with their usual entertaining banter. Then a flashback to Wade Keller hosting the 2011 WWE Money in the Bank PPV Post-Show Roundtable which included a surprising and big Daniel Bryan win and the electric John Cena vs. C.M. Punk match.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a long-time Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America" Sunday show. They begin with thoughts on Bobby Lashley's angle at the end of Raw on Monday and what it means. Then they discuss Paul Orndorff's career. Other topics include AEW viewership last week when they returned to the road, the importance of WWE correcting course and sparking interest in upcoming weeks back on the road, ROH's PPV and the way the ROH Title changed hands, what could spark NXT, and a full Money in the Bank PPV preview.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (7-7-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with former WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy, who is a professional standup comedian and massive pro wrestling fan who hosts the weekly "We Watch Wrestling" podcast. They go in-depth in examining The Final Deletion segments on Impact Wrestling this week from a wide array of angles, plus prospects of Brock Lesnar vs. Randy Orton, thoughts on the pros and cons of the WWE Roster Split, and much more including a funny story from McCarthy’s days as a WWE writer.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller reads and responds to new Mailbag questions on Hangman Page and Dark Order, the debut of Malakai Black, is it possible to have true heels in 2021, and more. Then, in a podcast from ten years ago (7-5-11), Wade was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss the Vince McMahon-John Cena angle on Raw, the Cruiserweight Division, the prospects of Cena vs. Rock, R-Truth, The Miz, TNA Impact, Forgotten Storyline Cliffhangers, Eric Bischoff and Dixie Carter, and more including a running bit on Canada Day vs. The Fourth of July. They take live calls for most of the first hour, then go in-depth on Raw and Impact in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They begin by talking about the eve of the end of the Pandemic Era of pro wrestling and what we're most looking forward to and what potential ominous feedback looms for some wrestlers and promoters once fans return. Also, a review of key segments on last night's Raw including Drew McIntyre's Loch Ness monster promo, New Day vs. Bobby Lashley & MVP, and more. Then a review of key segments from last Friday's Smackdown including Edge's promo, Zelina Vega's return and the weak Women's MITB storyline, Baron Corbin's despair, and more. From, they address the ramifications of the Jimmy Uso DUI - how WWE should handle it, how it will disrupt a key top storyline WWE is invested in. They also reflect on the career of "Patriot" Del Wilkes and discuss room for improvement on how wrestling companies handle mid-match injuries.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (6-30-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with former WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck (2011-2014) discussing hot topics in pro wrestling right now including Roster Split insights, backstage details on how Smackdown is written, Stephanie McMahon’s self-awareness and involvement in her own presentation on TV, Roman Reigns suspension, origins and evolution of The Shield’s perception by Vince McMahon including who was seen as a second-tier talent rather than a main eventer, Brock Lesnar’s UFC-WWE connection, Vince McMahon backstage stories, who sat to Vince's right and left at production meetings, and much much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They begin with a thorough review of AEW Dynamite from Saturday night headlined by Kenny Omega vs. Jungle Boy, then a review of last night's AEW Dynamite, followed by reviews of Smackdown, Raw, and NXT. In there is a discussion on Adam Cole not getting called up four years after signing with WWE, plus reaction to the roster cuts.
In a podcast from ten years ago (6-28-11), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss the C.M. Punk promo in great depth for virtually the full hour including many callers adding their input. In the VIP Aftershow, they delve into other aspects of Raw including the Roulette Wheel, Shawn Michaels, and Mark Henry and then close with a discussion on TNA Impact and the Ultimate X PPV.
e calls for most of the live hour including talk about the three-hour Raw, the "Power to the People" theme, C.M. Punk's newsworthy promo, and much more.
Then, in a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they further break down Raw and also look at last week's newsworthy Impact including the BFG Series, X Division returns, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (6-23-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with former WWE/ECW star “Justin Credible” P.J. Polaco about a wide range of topics with live callers including Roman Reigns’s suspension, The Draft, indy scene, WWE’s Cruiserweight tournament, C.M. Punk’s UFC 203 fight, the pending return of Randy Orton, and other current events with the insights of a veteran pro wrestler providing his perspective.
Then PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill's interview from five years ago (6-26-2016) with then stand-out independent wrestler “All Ego” Ethan Page talking about his WWE tryout and what advice he got, his WWNLive run, other independent appearances, future aspirations, and more with live callers and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the state of WWE, AEW, NXT, Impact, ROH, and MLW heading into the post-pandemic era, looking at what their identities are and what they can do to come out of the gates in front of fans again with momentum. They also discuss alternative scenarios to Triple H taking over for Vince McMahon if Vince isn't running WWE anymore, how WWE is shifting priorities more than every away from loading up PPVs and actually marketing to fans instead of positioning themselves for future partners, and some NXT talk.
In the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about the state of women's divisions including Ember Moon's awkward as F promo on Tuesday, the mess of personalities and positioning of stars on Raw and Smackdown, and whether AEW is doing the right thing with Britt Baker at this point.
In a podcast from ten years ago (6-14-11), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to take calls for most of the live hour including a lot of discussion on the previous night's three-hour Raw with Steve Austin and Roddy Piper, plus TNA Slammiversary reaction, looking ahead to Destination X, Gunner's push, Zach Ryder's lack of a push, and a single call for a Powell vs. Keller match.
Then, in a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss WWE's introduction to the Top Managers List and more on Slammiversary, plus a major rant from Wade about a WWE.com article.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (6-16-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with pro wrestling podcast host and SiriusXM Satellite prime time host Sam Roberts, formerly of the Opie & Anthony show, discussing his history and how he got into wrestling interviewing, some stories from his interviews, who he’d most like to interview in the future, and more about his career. Throughout the 100 minutes, they also preview various aspects of Sunday’s Money in the Bank PPV, look at future potential big stars, discuss Kevin Owens, Randy Orton, Shinsuke Nakamura, Roman Reigns, John Cena, New Day, Alberto Del Rio, and others in particular. Live callers, email questions, and Twitter topics are sprinkled in throughout.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Sam Roberts for a PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. They discuss the WWE Hell in a Cell PPV line-up and the hype going into it including Roman Reigns vs. Rey Mysterio, Alexa Bliss vs. Shayna Baszler, Bobby Lashley vs. Drew McIntyre, Rhea Ripley vs. Charlotte, and Bianca Belair vs. Bayley. Sam also gives an in-person perspective on last Sunday's NXT Takeover "In Your House" including the reactions of the largest crowd in Capitol Wrestling Centre history to the wrestlers after 15 months of having no crowd or much smaller crowds.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, PWTorch.com assistant editor. They discuss the wake-up call in store for WWE and Vince McMahon when crowds return, AEW Dynamite from last Friday and which wrestlers could get better or worse crowd responses in July, NXT Takeover and whether Karrion Kross keeping the title was a good call, the NXT and AEW women's division, and Shingo's IWGP Title win.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (6-9-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with Jonny Fairplay, a pro wrestling manager on the indy scene and also years ago with TNA, plus famous for his reality TV appearances including on CBS’s "Survivor." They talk about NXT Takeover “The End,” the pros and cons of the roster split, Brock Lesnar’s return to UFC, the career of Mr. Kennedy/Mr. Anderson, Vince Russo’s philosophies on pro wrestling, and more with live callers and emailers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss New Japan Dominion, NXT on USA on Tuesday night, Preview NXT Takeover "In Your House," AEW Dynamite, WWE Smackdown, WWE Raw, NWA's "When Our Shadows Fall" PPV, UFC results and previewing this weekend.
In this Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, PWTorch editor Wade Keller begins with a 30-minute new Mailbag segment including whether AEW would benefit from a more serious product and less "wink & nod" and slapstick humor, thoughts on last night's Raw, and Tony Khan hyping his shows.
Then a flashback to the Flagship episode from ten years ago this week with Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell on June 7, 2011. They take live calls for most of the live hour including a lot of discussion on the previous night's Raw, Mick Foley's TNA departure, Tommy Dreamer's TNA departure, TNA vs. WWE roster strength, the value of the belt, Vince McMahon's slap of the Tough Enough winner Andy Leavine, the latest on Michael Cole, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss Raw in great detail segment by segment. It's the longest VIP Aftershow ever.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch.com's Joel Dehnel and Tyler Sage for a special Roundtable podcast discussing last Friday night's episode of AEW Dynamite in a late night timeslot. They cover the highs and lows from the Inner Circle celebration to Britt Baker's celebration to the debut of Andrade with Vickie Guerrero to Dustin Rhodes vs. Nick Comoroto to the Bunny vs. Red Velvet match and much more. This essentially replaces the usual Dynamite Post-show, but rather than streaming live after the show with a single cohost and callers, because of the special timeslot, they switched to a Roundtable format.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from ten years ago (7-1-2011). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with former WWE creative team member (2009-2010) John Piermarini who discusses the C.M. Punk promo in-depth with insight from a former writer who has worked with Punk and Vince McMahon. They also take live calls mostly on the Punk promo, but other topics too. They also react to the new Sting character in TNA, plus Keller opens with a commentary on last night's Impact.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the WWE cutbacks, the prospects of Vince McMahon selling WWE, TV ratings and whether WWE is in a holding pattern creatively until mid-July, the lack of rule enforcement in Young Bucks tag matches, the five-way main event at the next Takeover, the Adam Cole-Karrion Kross segment this week, should Lana be reunited with Miro in AEW, will AEW's TV expansion backfire, what's the trajectory for Cody Rhodes, is Hangman Page on course to be AEW's centerpiece star, Jimmy Smith's debut on Raw and the departure of Tom Phillips, the return of fans to arenas, and more.
In this 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback episode (5-31-11) of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net take live calls for most of the live hour including discussion on last night's Raw, the post-draft WWE fallout, Kharma's newsworthy promo, Tough Enough, and more. In the VIP Aftershow they discuss Brock Lesnar's surgery, an anonymous G.M. theory, Zach Ryder's cameos, the state of the Diva Division, WrestleMania's buyrate, and more.
In this 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback episode (5-24-11) of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast,Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net take calls for an hour discussing Randy Savage and WWE Hall of Fame politics, Miz's character, Alex Riley's potential, C.M. Punk's discontent with the WWE schedule, the previous night's Raw, and in the VIP Aftershow, they discuss the TNA Wrestling Matters campaign, last week's Impact, Christian's character developments, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (5-26-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with Jim Ross with a predominant focus on WWE’s announcement that Smackdown goes live on Tuesdays in July and will include a distinct roster from Raw. Ross dissects the possible benefits and pitfalls of such a major change in WWE’s structure, looks back at the prior brand split and what is different today, his preference for how the separate rosters would be structured and how champions should be ideally featured. Also, live calls and emails delve into more aspects of the brand split and other topics. Plus some Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and NBA OKC Thunder-Golden State Warriors talk at the end.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV Preview Roundtable edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist (circa 1990) Eric Kroll and PWTorch.com contributor and VIP podcast host Tyler Sage looking ahead to Sunday's AEW Double or Nothing PPV. They look at possible big surprises and the wisdom of AEW not hyping that ahead of time if there is one. Which match is the actual main attraction and what are the pros and cons of various matches closing out the show? They look at Kenny Omega's AEW Title defense against Orange Cassidy and Pac, the Stadium Stampede match between the Pinnacle and Inner Circle, and everything else in the deep ensemble line-up.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, columnist for the Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter and host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America." They discuss Adnan Virk's departure including why he was hired and what caused his departure, extensive thoughts on the strengths and weaknesses of A&E's Ultimate Warrior documentary and how they feel about Warrior's "redemption story," WWE returning to fans in stands and whether they should be nervous about fans returning, AEW Double or Nothing PPV thoughts including which match is actually the main attraction or main event of the show, some thoughts C.M. Punk's impact if he were to return and whether AEW or WWE would be a better fit, some Raw and Smackdown ratings news, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (5-19-2016). This Interview Classic features PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with Kevin Nash, former WWF and WCW champion, former NWO and Outsider member, former WCW booker, and TNA wrestler. They cover a wide range of topics from his days as WWF Champion, the Monday Night War, the rise of the NWO, the NWO comeback in 2002, his time in TNA, A.J. Styles, Roman Reigns, NXT, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They begin by discussing some key headlines including Will Ospreay being stripped of his IWGP Title due to injury, Velveteen Dream being released by NXT, and the death of New Jack. Then they review AEW Dynamite and talk about the move to TBS next year and the addition of quarterly TNT live specials. From there, they review NXT on USA, Smackdown, and Raw.
In this 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback episode (5-17-11) of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first a new introduction reacting to Miz's injury and how WWE might fill his TV time with NXT call-up ideas. Then a flash back ten years this week to Wade Keller and Jason Powell of prowrestling.net taking calls for an hour discussing mostly Raw and Tough Enough including Over the Limit hype, the Miz-John Cena feud, Kharma's future. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they dissect the "Wrestling Matters" campaign and make concrete suggestions for how to make it work plus the early efforts and results of Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff in TNA.
In this 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback episode (5-10-11) of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade Keller and Jason Powell of prowrestling.net discuss last night's Raw and take live phone calls. Subjects include the Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler angle and Mother's Day references, TNA's name, Chyna in TNA, Christian's future, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (5-12-2016). This Interview Classic features ex-WWE creative team member Alex Greenfield who talks about his time on WWE’s Creative Team in 2005-2006, thoughts on the brand split and first-hand stories of why it never reached its potential, plus fascinating insights into the McMahon Family with blunt comments on Shane, funny stories on Vince McMahon (including what he believes Vince would have done if he weren’t a pro wrestling promoter), and reasons for his fondness for Stephanie McMahon. Great stories, great insights, and great analysis of the 2005-2006 time and today’s push of Roman Reigns and similarities he sees between Roman and a candidate to be a top top star for WWE in the mid-2000s. A must-listen.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special WWE WrestleMania Backlash preview episode with special guest Sam Roberts from WWE's Kickoff Shows and his Not Sam Wrestling Podcasts. They'll talk Roman Reigns defending against Cesaro and reaction to the return of Jimmy Uso, Bianca Belair defending against Bayley, Bobby Lashley defending against Braun Strowman and Drew McIntyre, Rhea Riplley defending against Charlotte and Asuka, Miz vs. Damien Priest with the pros and cons of Miz and John Morrison possibly breaking up, and The Dirty Dawgs vs. Dominik & Rey Mysterio.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss WrestleMania Backlash PPV hype, Jimmy Uso's return, Orange Cassidy vs. Pac as the top contenders' match, NXT's current lack of buzz, current strengths and weaknesses of Impact, the state of ROH, changes in fans over decades, and Mailbag topics from listeners.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (5-5-2016). This Interview Classic features ex-WWE creative team member Kevin Eck who talks about his years from 2011 to 2014 with WWE, with a wide range of topics, insights, and behind-the-scenes details on what aired on WWE television during that time period. He has expansive thoughts on C.M. Punk, Daniel Bryan, Damien Sandow, Brian Gewirtz, Vince McMahon, Roman Reigns, and so many others, including first-hand interaction and details on dealing with them as part of his job. This show includes live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, PWTorch.com assistant editor. They discuss Blood & Guts from a lot of angles, then move on to Roman Reigns vs. Daniel Bryan and then Cesaro stepping up as the next challenger, evaluating Orange Cassidy and Pac as the top contenders for Kenny Omega's AEW Title, why NXT needs a spark and some options WWE has, the Rhea Ripley-Asuka-Charlotte situation, breaking news on the AEW Dynamite ratings, and more.
In this 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback episode (5-3-11) of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net discuss current events in pro wrestling with callers for one hour live including Rock's Birthday Party, Raw Analysis, Booker T's commentary, Mason Ryan's new push, Cena-Rock segment, Cole, Ratings, Bullying, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Triple H's defense of the WWE name change, Vince McMahon's investor conference call, the current state of TNA, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s latest Interview Classic features an interview with “Blueprint” Matt Morgan from April 28, 2016, five years ago this week. He discusses his interactions with Chyna over the years, advice for how to wrestle as a bigger wrestler, thoughts on the current WWE roster and some critiques of their wrestling styles, thoughts on NXT, and more including a mix of live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller. They begin with reaction to the drop in viewership for both NXT and AEW this week. Then they discuss NXT from Tuesday night and AEW Dynamite from last night. From there, a review of Impact's Rebellion PPV including Kenny Omega beating Rich Swann for the Impact Title and thoughts on where the Omega title run goes from here. Then reviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE Monday Night Raw, the latest from New Japan, and then Todd's thoughts on UFC 261 including the gruesome Chris Weidman leg break.
In this Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade lists the four trades he'd make between Raw and Smackdown if WWE had a post-WrestleMania draft this year like they have in past years. He makes his case for why the moves make sense for the wrestlers including the fresh match-ups that would result. He trades two top singles wrestlers, two second tier singles wrestlers, two tag teams, and two main event women wrestlers.
Then in a 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback from Apr. 21, 2011, Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net discuss the 2011 WWE draft from all angles including the presentation and who the winners and losers are likely to be, plus why Raw illustrates that Vince McMahon needs some friends outside of WWE, more thoughts on other aspects of Raw, C.M. Punk's potential WWE departure, Tough Enough thoughts, breaking ratings analysis, and a big idea for TNA.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (4-21-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Jim Ross who shares some insights on recent conversations he had with Chyna plus what it was like dealing with her as her boss in the WWF during the Attitude Era, why she left, why she’s not in the Hall of Fame, and more. Then, around the 30 minute mark, he spends another 90 minutes talking current events in WWE, Brock Lesnar, Samoa Joe, Roman Reigns, and more including live callers and email questions. He also updates everyone on what he’s up to now.
First up is a Mailbag segment with questions about WWE shallow roster depth on Raw and Smackdown and if that's a big part of the staleness of the programs, and would it make sense for wrestlers to skip NXT and go right from the Performance Center to Raw and Smackdown in certain instances since NXT isn't a developmental show anymore the way it once was.
Then in a 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback from Apr. 21, 2011, Wade Keller and James Caldwell discuss TNA's plans to run outdoor house shows this summer and the departure of Jay Lethal. Also, live callers chime in with questions about why so many fans dislike John Cena, the new-look of Dolph Ziggler, TNA's potential changes and what Eric Bischoff said about the reports, who might return to WWE someday among three big former names, when did titles get devalued, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss ratings for Tough Enough and The Ultimate Fighter plus Vince McMahon and WWE struggling over the years to branch out beyond the core product.
Then in our VIP free sample segment, it's the latest episode of NXT Eight Years Back. Kelly Wells and Tom Stoup cover NXT from Apr. 17, 2013 featuring Seth Rollins vs. Corey Graves in a lumberjack match, Bayley vs. Emma, favorite and least favorite “popcorn movies,” and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Kenny Omega vs. Rich Swann on Impact 's PPV this weekend and preview the key matches, evaluate Adnan Virk as the new Raw commentator, MLW's Vice announcement, NXT not taking advantage of potential new viewers on Tuesdays, Cesaro's push, Karrion Kross, Cesaro, and more, plus Mailbag questions on Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns, the new Charlotte, AEW viewership, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (4-14-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews former WWE writer and professional standup comedian and podcaster Matt McCarthy, who returns to the show to talk about NXT Takeover Dallas, WrestleMania 32, Payback, his in-person perspective on being at Raw in L.A. at Staples Center, and everything going on in the world of WWE from the perspective of a pro standup comedian and former WWE employee. Live callers are sprinkled in throughout.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from the PWTorch VIP podcast Everything with Rich Fann & Wade Keller, plus The Deep Dive, and the PWTorch East Coast Cast. They react in real time to news of WWE roster cutbacks, AEW Dynamite's big ratings increase this week, plus they discuss WrestleMania 37, Karrion Kross's promo, The Young Bucks heel turn, and more from NXT, AEW, Raw, and more.
In this "Wildcard Tuesday" episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade begins with a Mailbag segment reacting to the Asuka vs. Rhea Ripley matches and whether Ripley and Bianca Belair are being well-received by veteran women wrestlers in WWE and if the lack of chemistry with Asuka should be read into. Then emails on whether The Young Bucks actually turned heel for good last week, the brilliance of Cesaro vs. Seth Rollins, and whether WWE is watering down the WrestleMania name by attaching it to Backlash this year.
Then a Tuesday Flagship podcast from ten years ago (4-13-11) with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. In their weekly live discussion with callers, emails, and Twitter contributions, they discuss with live callers Edge's retirement in depth, his final two-year run in WWE, items from Monday's Raw including the WWE Title picture and R-Truth's inclusion, Keller's clarifications on John Cena's physical look and the Taker-Hunter chair shot from WrestleMania, Tough Enough Week 2, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Trish-Morrison controversy last week, TNA's inevitable re-branding changes, and more topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (4-7-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with former WWE and TNA pro wrestler Matt Morgan who returns to talk about WrestleMania 32 and the Roman Reigns push, A.J. Styles’s hair and music, who he’d push as a lead babyface, challenges of being a big man in the industry that is leaning more toward smaller wrestlers, and more including live callers and email questions.
Then in a bonus segment, the full Jim Valley interview with special guest second-generation wrestler Chris Youngblood talking Texas Wrestling, WCW, Portland, Charlotte, wrestling family, and more with live calls and nostalgia!
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from PWTorch VIP's podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin & Wade Keller." They begin with a review of Smackdown including Edge's follow-up promo to his turn, the Daniel Bryan vs. Jey Uso main event, and Logan Paul with Sami Zayn. Then a full review of the final Raw before WrestleMania including Drew McIntyre's promo, Miz and Morrison spray-painting Bad Bunny's car, Drew vs. King Corbin, and Braun Strowman and Shane McMahon in a verbal battle. And then a preview of all announced matches at both nights of WrestleMania. From there, they analyze the Wednesday ratings and how viewership patterns could change starting next week. Then they discuss NXT Takeover "Stand & Deliver: Night 1" headlined by Raquel Gonzalez beating Io Shirai for the NXT Title and a standout Tommaso Ciampa vs. Walter match. Then they review AEW Dynamite including the apparent heel turn of The Young Bucks on Jon Moxley, Chris Jericho's featured promo about The Pinnacle, Christian's latest promo with the Taz overture, and more. Also, is Lulu Lemon a store for yoga wear or a flavor of Girl Scout Cookie?
In today's new Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, a "Wildcard Tuesday" edition features two distinct segments. First, a special WrestleMania 37 Preview episode of "Nick & Tom's Intercontinental Adventure" with Tom Colohue and Nick Barbati. Their weekend show covering the week in WWE is a new VIP-exclusive podcast series in 2021 and it's receiving rave reviews from our members. In this special episode, offered free on the WKPWP, they preview the entire WrestleMania 37 line-up. This runs around 75 minutes.
Then we present the Triple H Media Conference Call previewing NXT Takeover. This runs around 35 minutes and includes question about juggling the interests of USA Network and Peacock this week, the new Tuesday schedule, the new strip of original prime time pro wrestling programs Monday through Friday on major networks, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (3-31-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s interview with Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show host (circa late 1980s to mid-’90s), former wrestling convention and promoter and wrestler, and country music act manager John Arezzi discussing WM32 and a remarkable story regarding dealing with Ultimate Warrior in the 1990s. Live callers and email questions are sprinkled in.
Then in a bonus segment, the full Pat McNeill-hosted episode from the same week. PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomes special guests Lance Hoyt, Ian Roccaboni from ROH, David Fuller from the ROH, and Joel Gertner from the ECW Alumni Page to the pre-WrestleMania Wednesday Livecast Extravaganza extended to 90 minutes! Plus, live callers and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss WrestleMania 37's build and potential to be great, reflections on AEW-NXT Wednesday War, AEW and NXT viewership this week, AEW Dark Elevation crossing the line into too much AEW content each week, NXT Takeover, and ROH 19th Anniversary PPV reflections.
In a podcast from five years ago (3-29-11), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions. They present a discussion about the previous night's Raw focusing on the two big promo segments. Then they took live calls for the live hour on a variety of subjects mostly related to WrestleMania, plus could WWE and UFC learn from each other, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss the actual match quality expectations for the show and predict the total number of buys. Topics include Brock Lesnar, The Rock, John Cena, Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Sting, and other big stars in the news.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (3-24-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller’s latest Interview Thursday includes an interview with WWNLive head booker Gabe Sapolsky discussing the burgeoning Evolve-WWE relationship, Evolve live events WrestleMania Weekend, the breaking news of Daniel Bryan pulling out of his upcoming WWE appearances, and his experiences with three different generations of indy wrestlers and how they have changed the last couple decades, how he is changing the style of wrestling he promotes, and much more – all mixed with live callers.
Then, an interview with University of East West Alabama Journalism Professor Will Nevin – who is also a long-time PWTorch reader and pro wrestling fan – giving an expert perspective on the legal dynamics and First Amendment issues at play in the Hulk Hogan-Gawker lawsuit. This show includes live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP Analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:
NWA Back to the Attack review
New Japan Cup finals with an earthquake
ROH Anniversary PPV Preview
Smackdown review
Raw review
AEW Dynamite review
NXT on USA review
Plus a portion of Todd's in-depth Buddy Rogers biography review
Today's Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast features a special Tuesday 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. In this episode, they discuss Raw from the night before and take live calls for an hour including questions on the Hall of Fame, Vince McMahon's attitude toward Eric Bischoff and WCW, Mick Foley, Randy Orton's bus, Christian's future, ROH, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss TNA Impact and Jeff Hardy in-depth, plus DGUSA's move to Internet PPVs.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from ten years ago (3-13-2011). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomes ex-WWE writer Matt McCarthy including these topics: WrestleMania 32 hype, Shane McMahon-Undertaker, Brock Lesnar-Dean Ambrose, Roderick Strong’s slur, PWG, Roman Reigns’s Tweet response to a critical fan, how to fix Roman Reigns's babyface act, and more with live callers and email questions.
Then a bonus interview from the same week that Pat McNeill conducted with Lio Rush talking about wrestling for WWNLive and for ROH in the Top Prospect tournament, whether he is interested in WWE’s Global Cruiserweight Series, WM32 Weekend plans, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with special guest Sam Roberts from the WWE Kickoff Shows and the Not Sam Wrestling Podcasts. They preview the Roman Reigns vs. Daniel Bryan main event with the wildcards of Edge and Jey Uso as possible special enforcers. Could WrestleMania feature Reigns vs. Edge vs. Bryan, and is that good or bad? A look at the rest of the card, plus a discussion on whether we'd pick Bianca Belair or Rhea Ripley if we had to choose between them.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Greg Parks. They discuss the latest WrestleMania line-up and how few "special attractions" there are this year compared to prior years. They evaluate the tip matches so far including evaluating Drew McIntyre challenging Bobby Lashley and the pros and cons of the course they've taken so far with the title situation.
They also talk about whether we're headed toward a Braun Strowman-Shane McMahon cinematic match at WrestleMania now that their first match has been scheduled for Fastlane. Also, is Edge losing momentum and should Danel Bryan be involved in the match at WrestleMania to give it more star power and a wrestler who's actually wrestling regularly. They discuss the women's title matches at WrestleMania and the Raw Tag Team Title news.
Then they shift to some talk about the WWE Network transition to Peacock, AEW Revolution fallout including the Inner Circle-MJF angle and the signing of Christian, assessing the AEW-NXT Wednesday battle after 18 months, whether Impact has benefited from the AEW relationship, is Tony Khan in danger of going down the path of other executives who get infatuated with being on-air characters, and finally a look at Pro Wrestling Most Influential People starting with Vince McMahon and Tony Khan.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from ten years ago (3-10-2011). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomes special guest cohost John Piermarini, former member of the WWE Raw writing team during 2009 and 2010. They take calls for one hour featuring Piermarini's perspective on WrestleMania 27 hype and wide array of questions including developmental talent, the Daniel Bryan firing, Undertaker catching on fire, Shelton Benjamin's potential return, Hornswoggle being booked, pitching ideas to Vince, whether WWE is softening the PG rating, and more. In the 45 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Piermarini answers VIP member questions from the VIP Forum and email including the Piggy James angle, whether a John Cena turn might be in the cards and ever was before and how he'd turn him, plus much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the NXT announcements including the pros and cons of a two-night Takeover, the latest on the transition from WWE Network to Peacock, the state of the WrestleMania line-up and whether it can come together as a WM-worthy show, evaluating the latest angles with Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan and Edge, the rise of Bobby Lashley to WWE Title holder in WM season, AEW's reaction to the lame finish to the Barbed Wire Death Match conclusion, whether Kenny Omega is way off the ideal track as a character already, Christian's first two appearances for AEW, the Inner Circle angle, odd stuff on AEW Dynamite that jumps out as amateurish and sloppy, is AEW expanding to too many hours a week, the Shane McMahon-Braun Strowman storyline, some talk about the Omega-Impact angle and the merging of the Impact and TNA titles, and whether ROH is the cleansing experience for frustrated wrestling fans right now.
On this Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is a new Mailbag with Wade answering listener questions on a variety of topics including the lack of big name special attractions in the build to WrestleMania this year and whether that will change in coming weeks, the strength of the Braun Strowman-Shane McMahon saga last night on Raw, more on Cody-Shaq, and other topics.
Then a jump back to the 10 years ago Flagship with Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net joining PWTorch editor Wade Keller to discuss a variety of topics with live caller for an hour including the latest WrestleMania 27 build on Raw night before, the prior week's Impact, and more.
Then the final segment features the AEW Revolution 2020 PPV Roundtable Podcast. Wade was joined by PWTorch VIP Analyst Todd Martin and PWTorch columnist Sean Radican to review the AEW Revolution PPV including Jon Moxley challenging Chris Jericho for the AEW Title, Kris Statlander challenging Nyla rose for the AEW Title, Hangman Page & Kenny Omega defending their tag titles against The Young Bucks, Cody vs. MJF, Darby Allin vs. Sammy Guevara, Jake Hager vs. Dustin Rhodes, and Orange Cassidy vs. Pac in the surprise of the night.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (3-10-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomes Brian Fritz, who interviewed Vince McMahon that week at the press conference announcing WrestleMania was coming back to Orlando, Fla. next week. He talks about his history in wrestling reporting, his approach to interviewing Vince McMahon, in person impressions of Vince at age 70, Roman Reigns’s push, the video game/pro wrestling connection, and speculation on the WM33 line-up and where various returning injured names might land, who among the new crop could be featured, and what’s likely for John Cena, Undertaker, and Roman Reigns. A mix of questions via email and phone call are included.
Then a bonus interview from earlier that week as PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomed former WCW star Disco Inferno back to the Livecast for a full-length interview discussing the latest pro wrestling happenings, his philosophy on what’s wrong with today’s wrestlers, working with upcoming stars, and more topics with live calls and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Matt McCarthy from the "We Watch Wrestling" podcast. The professional stand-up comedian and two-time former WWE Creative Team member gives his thoughts on the various possibilities for AEW's "huge, huge" signing that will be revealed on Sunday at the PPV. They also talk about Bobby Lashley's WWE Title win and where he fits into WrestleMania now, what Matt would like to see Roman Reigns do differently, how Matt feels about the NXT attempts at comedy with Cameron Grimes and The Way-Dexter Lumis sagas, a preview of AEW Revolution, and more.
Also, a bonus section featuring Cody Rhodes's media Q&A from yesterday including his reaction to the report of NXT moving to Tuesday nights, PWTorch columnist Rich Fann's question on developing new stars and why Cody called it a "romantic way of describing him," the new AEW Elevation show, and more.
On this Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is the 10 years ago Flagship with Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net joining PWTorch editor Wade Keller to discuss Raw from the night before and the build to WrestleMania with John Cena and The Rock along with many other topics with live callers and emails. Then a free sample of one of the newer VIP-exclusive shows, "WWE Then and Now" with Frank Peteani and Bruce Hazelwood discussing this week's Raw and the Bobby Lashley title win, followed by a 2005 No Way Out look-back including the early Super Cena era.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (3-3-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller welcomes Mick Foley back to the show to discuss an early 1990 Torch Talk and whether he fulfilled his dreams expressed back then, his WrestleMania Dream Vacation content, stories from the road, his funnest matches pre-WWF and during his WWF run, in-depth on the WWE women’s division including Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch, and Bayley, thoughts on Shane McMahon’s return, new developments in his relationship with Vince McMahon, thoughts on his run as a color commentator, what he’s going to volunteer to do for Vince McMahon right after the show, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss the following topics:
The signing of Paul Wight by AEW, whether it's a worthwhile signing, how it could go right or go wrong, and more aspects of the story.
A full review of AEW Dynamite including revisiting the Matt Hardy-Hangman Page angle last week in light of Hardy posting a video rebuttal of Wade's criticism last week.
A full review of NXT on USA including the Adam Cole-Roderick Strong angle.
A review of UFC including the big upset victory for Derrick Lewis last weekend and then a preview of this weekend's show.
A review of a busy week of New Japan events and a look ahead.
A review of Smackdown including the latest with Roman Reigns and Edge.
A review of Raw including the first week of Miz as champion and the continued push of Bobby Lashley.
Impressions from Sasha Banks's interview with Steve Austin on WWE Network.
A review of Blood Sport with Jon Moxley.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First up is a new mailbag coming out of last night's WWE Raw including thoughts on some missteps with Bad Bunny, a case for Rhea Ripley being WWE's next big breakout star and who in WWE is really touting her, and fan reaction to the Randy Orton voodoo stuff.
Then a 10 Years Ago Flagship podcast with Keller and Jason Powell the day after 2011's Elimination Chamber. They take ten live phone calls for most of the live hour on a variety of subjects including primarily a reaction to big angles on last night's Raw and a look ahead to WrestleMania. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they compare that year's WrestleMania to the 2010 line-up, plus frustration with TNA repeating the same mistakes and getting the same lousy results.
And finally, the previously VIP-exclusive WWE Elimination Chamber PPV Audio Roundtable. PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnists Pat McNeill and Bruce Mitchell to review the event start to finish including the majority that worked really well with WWE flexing its booking muscles with many storylines forwarded during the Chamber match, plus some talk about a few segments that fell flat and an awful job of color commentary by Booker T. The event included Miz defending the WWE Title against Jerry Lawler, two Chamber matches including C.M. Punk, John Cena, Randy Orton, Drew McINtyre, Big Show, Rey Mysterio, Edge, and Wade Barrett, among others.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (2-25-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Jim Ross for well over two hours of in-depth discussion on Shane McMahon’s return and the McMahon family dynamic, Steve Austin’s potential role at WM32, the WM32 line-up in general, the conundrum with Roman Reigns and whether he should turn heel, Jim Ross’s latest projects coming up with New Japan and CBS Sports boxing events, and much more including live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss potential winners for both Elimination Chamber matches, NXT Takeover and Adam Cole's turn, Seth Rollins' return, Kenny Omega's presentation compared to Roman Reigns lately, the new Exploding Barbed Wire stipulation for Kenny Omega vs. Jon Moxley, the Lacey Evans pregnancy, Sting taking a big powerbomb from Brian Cage, and much more.
Also, a bonus section featuring Triple H's post-NXT Takeover media call including a question from PWTorch.com's Kelly Wells.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks to preview this Sunday's WWE Elimination Chamber at ThunderDome with Drew McIntyre's WWE Title at stake and Roman Reigns facing the winner of the Smackdown Chamber match. They look at all possible winners and examine the pros and cons of each choice, plus look at some curveballs WWE could throw at viewers. They also look at the sparse undercard.
Following that new discussion, a flashback to a 10 Years Ago Tuesday Flagship episode from Feb. 10, 2011 with host Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. The discuss The Rock's return and his potential roles at WrestleMania, plus PPV pricing, Elimination Chamber speculation, Raw reaction, and in the VIP Aftershow TNA PPV talk, ideas for Vince Russo to improve without his crutches, Chris Jericho book review, and more thoughts on Raw and Rock.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (2-18-2016). On this episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Ethan Carter III (EC3) for a full hour with live callers discussing his time in WWE Developmental, his experiences around Daniel Bryan, the TNA creative process this year, how worried he was about TNA’s future, how much of his character is improvised by him, his picks for new TNA talent acquisitions, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Kelly Wells from the PWTorch Dailycast's "PWT Talks NXT" program and PWTorch.com. They discuss the state of NXT heading into Takeover, Edge's Royal Rumble win, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, NJPW-AEW potential, and some Mailbag questions on Cameron Grimes, Karion Kross, NXT in need of a reset, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a 10 Years Ago Tuesday Flagship episode from Feb. 3, 2011 with host Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They first discuss the just-released WWE Financials, then take live calls with a lot of people chipping in on how WWE could improve business, plus WrestleMania predictions and speculation. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss TNA Impact's big angles last week.
Then, a bonus sample of the weekly VIP-exclusive "New Japan Pride" podcast. In this episode, Javier Machado and Bethany Rupil discuss AEW and NJPW bringing Kenta and Jon Moxley together, plus they review NJPW’s The New Beginning in Nagoya with Shingo vs. Tanahashi and preview New Beginning in Hiroshima and the interactions of Ibushi, Hiromu, and SHO.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (2-11-2016). On this episode, Wade Keller interviews Homicide who discusses Daniel Bryan. Homicide was around Bryan during his early years in ROH. He shares some great anecdotes and insights into Bryan as an opponent and a colleague backstage.
Then a bonus interview with "Hurricane" Shane Helms conducted by Pat McNeill the same week (2-10-2016), during which Helms talks with live callers on numerous topics ranging from his former career to current run on TNA television to his favorite finishers to the pride he took in portraying his character, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix." They discuss the appearance of Kenta on AEW Dynamite last night and how to interpret what it means for AEW and New Japan working together. Also a full rundown of AEW Dynamite, a full review of NXT on USA, a review of last week's Smackdown, a full review of Monday Night Raw, a review of New Japan New Beginning happenings, and a preview of this weekend's UFC Fight Night.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a 10 Years Ago Tuesday Flagship episode from Feb. 3, 2011 with host Wade Keller and columnist Greg Parks. They take phone calls on a variety of topics including more on WrestleMania's possibilities, Sting speculation, Daniel Bryan, Money in the Bank, and more. Plus are PWTorch Livecast callers also MMA fans? And in the VIP Aftershow, a review of a strong Smackdown last week and a review of the Top Ten WWE Misses of 2010 from Jon Mezzera's newsletter article. This includes a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (2-4-2016). On this episode, Wade Keller interviews former ECW Champion and long-time WWF wrestler Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco) regarding how WrestleMania 32 is shaping up, some thoughts on an alternative-universe version of WrestleMania 32, the long list of recent injuries, and more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the WWE Network's move to Peacock, is Impact better with Kenny Omega on the show regularly, Cody-Shaq storyline, NXT and AEW's relative strengths and weaknesses and the latest ratings analyzed, a look at the top tier of wrestlers in AEW's ensemble stage, Royal Rumble predictions, options for Drew McIntyre and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, ROH's early 2021 shows, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an special bonus episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast previewing Sunday's WWE Royal Rumble with Sam Roberts from the WWE Kickoff shows and the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and Sirius XM radio. They discuss first at great length the men's Royal Rumble match and the top tier possible winners, second-tier possibilities, and long-shots, with the pros and cons of various options as they relate to WrestleMania. Then they breakdown the women's Rumble match and the three announced title matches including Goldberg challenging Drew McIntyre and Kevin Owens challenging Roman Reigns.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast featuring Brandon Thurston of Wrestlenomics who breaks down the Peacock-WWE Network deal including how it affects WWE's business and WWE's fans. Also, an overview of the WWE business model, how the pandemic has changed it, and where it could end up in five years based on the changing media landscape and various competing media empires who will vie for WWE's product and fanbase. Plus, was WWE Network a success or not? Was the Wall Street Journal correct that this Peacock deal shows how tough it is for an independent streaming entity to succeed? What does this mean for non-U.S.-based fans? And more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (1-21-2016). On this episode, Wade Keller interviews former WWF, WCW, and TNA creative team writer Ed Ferrara. He talks about stories working with Vince McMahon during the Attitude Era, the Survivor Series ’98 Rock turn, his transition to WCW and why it didn’t work out, working with A.J. Styles and Samoa Joe in TNA and thoughts on them in WWE/NXT, and passionate thoughts on NXT’s current product and why he’s such a fan.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, assistant editor at PWTorch.com. They discuss the most likely Royal Rumble men's and women's winners and WrestleMania scenarios for them, WWE's silly WrestleMania "news desk" commercial with John Cena, Stephanie McMahon, Triple H, Sasha Banks, Roman Reigns, and Paul Heyman, the presentation of Kenny Omega this week and in general so far by AEW, Undertaker's controversial comment this week on the Joe Rogan podcast about not liking today's WWE product because it's too soft, and more.
On a Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is a 10 years ago flagship episode with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell from Jan. 18, 2011 discussing Raw, WrestleMania 27 speculation including whether it'd be John Cena vs. The Miz or John Cena vs. C.M. Punk on top, Hall of Fame speculation, and more with live callers.
Then a special bonus free sample of a weekly VIP podcast, "Podcast of Honor," features PWTorch.com contributors Ryan Sullivan and Tyler Sage interviewing ROH veteran Rhett Titus. Rhett talks about his long career, the formation of The Foundation, his match this week with Flip Gordon, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (1-21-2016). On this episode, Wade Keller interviews Sean “X-Pac” Waltman for over two-and-a-half hours. They cover what Waltman is up to these days, whether he will wrestle for WWE again, and his long term goals. Then they discuss Roman Reigns, the potential WrestleMania 32 line-ups, wrestlers use of social media and whether saying “kayfabe is dead” makes any sense, and much more. They take phone calls throughout the show on a wide range of topics. The last 45 minutes or so get Sean’s views on the current U.S. Presidential election and reaction to the “Making a Murderer” documentary and the fallout from it.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix." They discuss a wide range of topics beginning with Drew McIntyre announcing his COVID diagnosis, Chris Jericho and Nick Jackson also announce they had COVID, Shinsuke Nakamura in Smackdown's Gauntlet, and reviews of Raw, NXT, Smackdown, Dynamite, plus the latest from NJPW. Then an in-depth review of a new book pro wrestling at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles ("Legends and Icons: A History of Olympic Auditorium and Southern California Professional Wrestling").
On a Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is a 10 years ago flagship episode with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell from Jan. 11, 2011 discussing Raw and other current events with live callers including C.M. Punk, Matt Hardy, Wade Barrett, and more.
Then a special bonus free sample of a new weekly VIP podcast, "Nick & Tom's Intercontinental Adventure" features PWTorch.com contributors Nick Barbati and Tom Colohue. It's one of two new weekly VIP podcast series introduced this month along with "Everything with Rich Fann, hosted by Wade Keller," that VIP members enjoy with their membership every week. In their debut episode, Tom and Nick dive into key happenings in WWE over the past week and then close with a Nostalgia Coda. First, they discuss last night’s Adam Pearce-Roman Reigns angle on Smackdown, the seeming renewed push of Shinsuke Nakamura, the Drew McIntyre-Goldberg angle, Sasha Banks winning the Sports Illustrated Wrestler of the Year Award, and more. Then they close with their Nostalgia Coda looking back at the highs and lows of Summerslam ’98 and why it’s so memorable.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (1-14-2016). His guest was Matt Hardy who talks about the new season of TNA on Pop TV, the angle he’s involved in with his wife Reby Sky, brother Jeff, and opponent EC3. Also, how has TNA changed over time and who does he like in TNA and what changes are coming. Also, WWE topics including how WWE creative worked with wrestlers differently during his years there. And more, including callers. Then Wade takes calls and chats about other topics for the remainder of the hour.
Then a bonus interview conducted by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill with former TNA star Gunner, now known as Jaxson Ryker in WWE, with live calls and emails. Plus, the VIP Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell breaking down the latest news, events, and more!
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Goldberg's return, Omega-Fenix compared to Balor-O'Reilly, Undisputed Era future, Anderson & Gallows, Karrion Kross-Damian Priest, Impact viewership, Marty Scurll's departure from ROH, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents Interview Tuesday with former PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill who reflects on his many interviews with some of today's top stars and legends from the past. Then Pat and Wade look back at the WWE Royal Rumbles from 10 and 15 years ago including where various careers have gone since then, what surprises us looking back, and who is still around these days. Then we present the full Bobby Fish & Kyle O'Reilly interview Pat conducted on Oct. 23, 2013 on the PWTorch Livecast discussing their reign as ROH Tag Team Champions, nutrition routines, and many other topics including giving Pat a hard time throughout with quips and barbs.
In a podcast from ten years ago (12-29-10), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill to discuss breaking news as the year 2010 came to a close including breaking news of John Cena's injury at a house show, the news of WWE shutting down their WWE Universe message board marking the end of an era, thoughts on Orlando Jordan's character in TNA, Justin Gabriel's style of top rope moves, the conflict between WWE house shows and WWE TV storylines, can C.M. Punk help get over other members of The Nexus, how it could take many years before another company other than TNA got a chance on a major cable network, and more. That is followed by the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with more pro wrestling talk including when Wade stopped recording all wrestling shows on VHS tapes.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller reads touching listener reactions to AEW's Brodie Lee tribute last night, then presents two classic interviews with Taz and Dixie Carter from five years ago (1-7-2016). Last night's episode of AEW Dynamite touched a lot of people emotionally. The Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show was emotionally raw as Wade and callers talked about personal stories in 2020 that led to the Brodie Lee tribute being all the more poignant and moving than maybe they anticipated. Wade reads some letters from listeners of last night's show sharing their personal stories and how they related to the emotions, especially that of father-son relationships.
Then a flashback to an interview episode five years ago with both Taz and TNA President Dixie Carter. Taz talks about being an announcer on Smackdown and what Mauro Ranallo is in for plus the wrestler mentality of facing a serious shoulder injury like John Cena. Dixie talks about TNA’s debut on Pop TV this week, the future of TNA, how she hopes Pop will be their best TV partner yet, what TNA’s focus will be this year, and more.
Then he takes live listener calls on breaking news in the final 30 minutes.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (12-31-2015). His guest was ex-WWE Creative Team member and professional standup comedian Matt McCarthy with a look back at some top stories of 2015, a look ahead at some key top names in 2016, evaluating the comedy performances by Stephanie McMahon, Vince McMahon, and The New Day along with email and caller questions.
McCarthy on Roman Reigns: "I know I'm supposed to like this guy, but he comes across as the guy who's having sex with my girlfriend behind my back."
McCarthy on Stephanie McMahon: "I think she thinks she was giving an Emmy-winning performance... It's good stuff, but I don't think she realizes why it's good."
McCarthy: "I think it's fairly obvious growing up in that house I have to assume Stephanie walked on water and Shane couldn't do anything right. ... Poor Shane would do some of the craziest bumps in the world, and you gotta assume it was to impress his dad."
In a podcast from five years ago (12-22-15), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell take calls and review the Slammys edition of Monday Night Raw and react to the breaking ratings news. They also get an on-site report from a caller who attended NXT Takeover London, giving his impression from attending that event. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason continue their discussion on Raw including the most surprising Slammy nominees and winners, evaluating John Cena’s return announcement and plans, more on Raw’s ratings, Mauro Ranallo's prospects working for Vince McMahon, and other topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, long-time PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the "Wrestling Night in America" podcast on the PWTorch Dailycast line-up. They discuss the fallout of The Fiend-Randy Orton fire angle at TLC, possibilities for opponents for Drew McIntyre and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, possible Royal Rumble winners including favorites and dark horses, comparing the rosters of AEW and NXT, what NXT can do in 2021 to improve viewership relative to Dynamite, the lay of the land for Omega title challengers, the future of the Impact-AEW dynamic, where ROH fits into the landscape, and more.
In a podcast from five years ago (12-21-10), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss WWE TLC fallout on Raw, Miz's improvements, Dolph Ziggler's future, Dashing Cody Rhodes's upside, Daniel Bryan in WWE, the value of the IC Title, some TNA talk, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (12-17-2015). His guest was “Stone Cold” Steve Austin who discussed a great mix of topics including reviewing Finn Balor vs. Samoa Joe through a main event wrestler’s lens, the prospects of both Balor and Joe on the main roster, the Roman Reigns angle with Stephanie and Vince on Raw on Monday, how close Reigns is to being a polished top main event act, Kevin Owens’ bodytype, and other current events. Also, who are on Steve Austin’s dream podcast interview subjects list – dead or alive – pro wrestling or otherwise. Some thoughts on Darth Vader and more!
Then in a bonus hour, the Dec. 23 live "Christmas Party" episode of the PWTorch Livecast from five years ago (12-23-2015) hosted by Pat McNeill with guests Lodi from WCW and JTG from WWE. They share stories from their careers including vintage WCW and WWE stories from behind the scenes.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the Kenny Omega & Don Callis pairing, the pros and cons of the follow-up on the AEW-Impact angle, reaction to the shift in AEW-NXT ratings this week back toward prior normal, Raw's crashing viewership and if it will lead to changes, ROH Final Battle PPV preview, NXT on USA review, AEW Dynamite review, Raw and Smackdown analysis, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch VIP contributor Javier Machado and former wrestling manager, reality star, and podcast entrepreneur Jonny Fairplay for an in-depth preview of TLC including The Fiend vs. Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre vs. A.J. Styles, Roman Reigns vs. Kevin Owens, Sasha Banks vs. Carmella, New Day vs. Hurt Business, and Nia Jax & Shayna Baszler vs. Asuka & a mystery partner. They discuss the ups and downs of the build-up to each match, the potential match quality, the pros and cons of various likely (and unlikely) outcome possibilities, and what could be next for key wrestlers on the card.
In a podcast from ten years ago (12-14-10), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss the John Cena-Barrett disappointing angle on Raw, WWE's Top 50 Superstars DVD order, the potential of Brock Lesnar returning to WWE, a way to reformat the Slammys, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (12-10-2015) he conducted with Jim Ross. This expanded edition of the Livecast gathers Ross’s point of view on today’s WWE struggles, how fans can make a difference, what would help Roman Reigns, C.M. Punk, the need for established wrestlers to put over new wrestlers, the upside of announcers calling wrestling like a sport, what aspects of New Japan would serve U.S. companies to emulate, and so much more. Live callers and email questions are weaved throughout the conversation.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix." They discuss a wide range of topics beginning with the surge in AEW Dynamite ratings and could it prompt a move by NXT to another night, the Sting segment with Cody Rhodes, Kenny Omega & Don Callis on Impact and Dynamite, a full NXT Takeover review, a review of NXT on USA including the return of Karion Kross, full reviews of Raw and Smackdown, and finally the latest from New Japan and UFC.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Top Guy Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann from PWTorch.com, the PWTorch Dailycast's "Deep Dive," and the PWTorch East Coast Cast VIP edition. They review in depth the top World Championship reigns on WWE Raw, WWE Smackdown, AEW Dynamite, and New Japan, and then in the VIP Aftershow, they cover NXT, MLW, Impact, and ROH. There's lengthy focus on Drew McIntyre, Roman Reigns, Kenny Omega, and Tetsuya Naito, with a look at their strengths and weaknesses that could determine whether they hold the titles well into 2021, and if they don't, who are the top options to take the titles from them.
In a podcast from ten years ago (12-7-10), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss the latest Nexus and John Cena developments, Michael Cole's emerging heel character, C.M. Punk on color, the big Jeff Hardy-TNA controversy and future of the TNA Title, the potential of a change in the landscape with competition for WWE, King of the Ring, Triple H, and much more with live callers and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from five years ago (12-3-2015) he conducted with former ECW World Hvt. Champion and WWE wrestler Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco, a/k/a Aldo Montoya) who discusses his decision to retire and what it felt like wrestling his last match, what he plans to do with his life now, his critique of the current wrestling scene, and some late 1990s stories of being roommates with Triple H for six months and his thoughts on his ascension and whether he was hard-wired to be "one of the boys" or "management." Live callers contribute questions throughout the show.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a double-header Thursday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First, a conversation with former WWE creative team member Matt McCarthy sharing some great in-person Pat Patterson memories followed by a detailed preview of NXT Takeover. Then the full audio of today's Triple H media call discussing NXT Takeover and NXT in general.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the pros and cons of various paths for the AEW Title after Jon Moxley vs. Kenny Omega, comparing Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre as co-top-acts for WWE, a preview of NXT Takeover, evaluating the strengths of ROH's weekly TV show, the return of MLW, grading how Impact has used the wrestlers who debuted months ago at Slammiversary, NXT vs. AEW ratings last week and predictions for this week, where Adam Pearce came from and why he's ascended to his current position, Retribution and Hurt Business, the shocking Jimmy Rave amputation story, Rhea Ripley's frustrating journey, the Randy Orton-Fiend feud, and more.
In a podcast from five years ago (11-30-10), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss the Raw main event featuring Miz vs. Jerry Lawler, plus the King of the Ring tournament, C.M. Punk on commentary, TNA Impact Thanksgiving ratings, Jeff Jarrett's MMA spoof and latest push, and more during the Livecast. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Rock's "Faster" movie which Jason saw and go more in-depth on Raw analysis of other subjects.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic he conducted with Paul Heyman in April 1992 that aired live on his KFAN Pro Wrestling Focus radio show. First, Keller covers the headlines of the week back in April 1992 including Sting's injury in a match against Vader, some talk of Jim Cornette's new Smoky Mountain Wrestling, WCW's international tag team tournament, previewing any indy show with current AEW producer Jerry Lynn and former NWO/DX member Sean Waltman, a call about fading AWA, the arrival of the Road Warriors in the WWF as Legion of Doom, and more. Heyman predicts super-stardom for Steve Austin and explains why he never paid for a wrestling ticket, how much he looked up to "Superstar" Billy Graham, his thoughts on wrestling managers in the WWWF when he was a kid, his thoughts on Bruno Samartino as a kid, touting the rise of the Light-Heavyweights in WCW, digs at Eric Bischoff, thoughts on Larry Zbyszko, and much more including a phone call from Jason Powell, now of ProWrestling.net. This show also includes news coverage at the start of the and live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a very special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade reunited with former longtime PWTorch assistant editor and PWTorch podcast host James Caldwell. They haven't done a podcast together in more than four years. James talks about his decision to leave the Torch, how he's kept up with pro wrestling since, and what it's like shopping for a job when your resume says your last job was working for a pro wrestling newsletter and podcast company. Then they talk about James's thoughts on changes in the industry since he was immersed in it covering it full time through 2016, including his impressions of Roman Reigns as a heel, the big surprise rise of AEW over the last year or so, the Chris Jericho-MJF skit, what John Cena's legacy is likely to be, what happens next with Vince McMahon - does he keep going as he is or sell the company with a big cash-out, and more.
In this "Wildcard Tuesday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade interviews AEW announcer Tony Schiavone first and then presents the previously VIP-exclusive post-WWE Survivor Series 2010 Roundtable where Wade was joined by PWTorch columnists Bruce Mitchell and Pat McNeill to review the entire PPV including the Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett main event with John Cena as special referee with a major stipulation.
The Schiavone interview covers a wide array of topics including:
How has he had to adjust his announcing style during the pandemic?
Has he had trouble knowing the tone to strike with angles and promos without crowd responses?
How involved is Tony Khan in his headset as he calls matches on Dynamite?
Would the Chris Jericho-MJF alliance be on a different course if large crowds were reacting every week to their segments?
How does he feel about Ricky Starks and Eddie Kingston being added to the roster and shining right away as new heel acts?
Has it been a challenge knowing the tone to strike with Kenny Omega's character during his subtle and slow-burn heel turn?
How does he think fans would be responding to The Young Bucks vs. FTR given how the Bucks treated him on camera and other non-wrestlers?
What did the Jacksons tell him their goal was in acting out as they have in recent weeks?
Plus a great story about Larry Zbyszko behind the scenes during the WCW Nitro era.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from Nov. 19, 2015. Wade is joined by Mick Karch, longtime wrestling announcer including for the AWA on ESPN who also ran Nick Bockwinkel's fan club in the 1970s. They talk almost exclusively about Bockwinkel, putting his career in perspective and talking about his drawing power, his reign as AWA Champion, his relationship with on-air manager Bobby Heenan, and so much more. Live callers and email questions included.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix." They discuss a wide range of topics beginning with a review of last night's NXT on USA program including Io Shirai beating Rhea Ripley and how WWE handled the Johnny Gargano rematch with Leon Ruff. Then they discuss Zelina Vega's WWE departure and the subsequent wrestling union talk. Then a full review of Smackdown and Raw and a preview of the Survivor Series PPV. Then a review of AEW Dynamite including the Inner Circle in Las Vegas skits, the Will Hobbs heel turn, and the Kenny Omega contract signing.
In this "Interview Tuesday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade welcomes two special guests for a double header. First Wade previews Sunday's WWE Survivor Series with Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast, WWE Kickoff shows, and his new WWE Network show. They delve into the Drew McIntyre vs. Roman Reigns headline match, the pros and cons of various finishes for that match, and a discussion on Drew's character and how it's evolved and where it could grow from here. Then they talk about Undertaker's "Final Farewell" and list of wrestlers who could interrupt the ceremony and move on to a WrestleMania match with him. Then they discuss each of the other matches including Team Raw vs. Team Smackdown and the champion vs. champion matches.
In the second interview, Wade is joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican for an interview with AEW President Tony Khan conducted earlier in the day. The following are some of the key topics covered:
What were the biggest pleasant surprises and unpleasant surprises of the first year of producing AEW Dynamite, excluding the pandemic?
How did he specifically change his approach to booking when he decided he needed to make adjustments at the end of 2019?
How has AEW Dark been utilized to add to the roster and evaluate new additions?
What is his philosophy on the babyface/heel construct and how has the lack of full crowds affected the pace of storylines and how faces and heels are presented?
How has he course-corrected "Hangman: Adam Page over the last year?
How much do minute-by-minute ratings affect his booking?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from Nov. 12, 2015 with J.J. Dillon, manager of the Four Horsemen, director of talent relations for the WWF in the 1990s, author of the excellent wrestling book "Wrestlers Are Like Seagulls," and long-time wrestler. He takes a lot of live calls on a wide range of great topics for well over an hour and a half. Topics include the Four Horsemen, Ole Anderson, Ric Flair, Dusty Rhodes, Eddie Graham, Terry Funk, internal logic in storylines and angles, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Undertaker's Final Farewell and possible future opponents, Pat McAfee's heel persona, Leon Ruff's surprise upset win, Cody's odd promo on Dynamite, Randy Orton or Drew McIntyre vs. Roman Reigns, Ratings strategies for all major cable shows, Kenny Omega's emerging persona, and some ROH and Impact talk at the end.
In a "Wildcard Tuesday" episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, PWTorch editor Wade Keller answers new Mailbag questions on an array of topics (Is Edge a possible Roman Reigns challenger? Is AEW firmly established as long-term WWE competitor in part because of its strong booking? Was Money in the Bank concept greatly damaged this year? Why isn't NXT part of Survivor Series this year? And more).
Then we go back 29 years to Wade Keller's radio show (11-29-91) from KFAN covering Undertaker's WWE Title victory over Hulk Hogan at Survivor Series 1991 with guests PWTorch columnist Chris Zavisa and Baltimore wrestling radio show host Larry Katz. They talk about Taker's win and other Survivor Series happenings, the state of women's wrestling in the industry, how pro wrestling world champions are chosen, and more including live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from Nov. 7, 2015 with "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell, a longtime standout tag team wrestler in the 1970s and 1980s as part of the AWA High Flyers and the WWF Killer Bees. He discusses Verne Gagne as a boss and promoter, the dynamic with Verne and his business partner Wally Karbo, the rise of Hulk Hogan in the AWA and the birth of Hulkamania, the fall of AWA after Hogan left, the culture shock of the 1980s WWF grind compared to the AWA, observing the rise of drugs and alcohol, steroid abuse, one-sided WWE contracts, why Vince McMahon never fully embraced him and the Killer Bees tag team, today's wrestling scene, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday episode with two distinct segments. First, an in-depth Roundtable where Wade is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Joel Dehnel and former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol to preview AEW Full Gear's entire line-up, evaluating the hype for the matches and predicting outcomes. Then the full Cody Rhodes media conference from earlier today where he addresses Full Gear including the lack of hype for the Women's Title match, the return of "Rhodes" to his name, a possible Nick Aldis rematch, and much more.
In a podcast from ten years ago (11-9-10), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers the previous night's WWE Monday Night Raw including Santino's Tea Time, the hype for Survivor Series, will any matches be announced on the mid-card?!, state of tag teams in wrestling, state of TNA and what can be done to turn around financial aspect, whether there was someone better for Matt Morgan's slot at Turning Point, plus much more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss the Turning Point PPV in-depth and touch on more TNA subjects.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from Oct. 29, 2015 featuring ex-WWE writer and professional stand-up comedian Matt McCarthy talking Alberto Del Rio's return, WWE's obsession with the Attitude Era, Kyle O'Reilly, WrestleMania 32 ideas, Roman Reigns's push, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix." They discuss Impact Wrestling's biggest annual PPV Bound for Glory start to finish, last week's final hype for Hell in a Cell on Smackdown, the HIAC follow-up on Raw, the big UFC PPV last Saturday night, a review of AEW Dynamite, the AEW-NXT ratings, and a review of NXT's Halloween Havoc on USA Network.
In a podcast from five years ago (10-26-10), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers the previous night's WWE Monday Night Raw and the final hype for Sunday's WWE Bragging Rights PPV headlined by Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett, Undertaker vs. Kane, and Team Raw vs. Team Smackdown. Also, they discuss with live callers and during the VIP Aftershow last week's Impact and the dismal quarter hour ratings trends, whether WWE might shake up their approach to PPVs, the Bischoff-Bret war of words, Linda McMahon's future if she loses, the whole Stand Up for WWE campaign, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from Oct. 22, 2015 featuring interview guest Bob Backlund and PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They took live calls and presented email questions to Backlund along with excerpts of his book to expand on including his return to the WWF for a very short WWF Title reign as Mr. Backlund, how authentic his Mr. Backlund character was, his comparison of Vince McMahon Sr. and Vince McMahon Jr., his thoughts on Bruno Sammartino and Pedro Morales, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the top happenings in pro wrestling over the last week including NXT, AEW Dynamite, Raw, Smackdown, Hell in a Cell, and Impact's Bound for Glory. Some specific topics include Pat McAfee joining Oney Lorcan & Danny Burch, the new presentation of Kenny Omega and how to interpret it, the odd framing of The Young Bucks, the latest chapter with Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, trying to figure out the point of Retribution, the stellar Jon Moxley-Eddie Kingston hype, Eric Young vs. Rich Swann as the headline match at Bound for Glory, and of course the Chris Jericho-MJF steak dinner song and dance routine.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a WWE Hell in a Cell PPV preview with Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcasts and the WWE Kickoff Show panels. Sam and Wade discuss the Hell in a Cell matches including Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton, Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso, and Bayley vs. Sasha Banks, plus sidebar discussions on the Draft realignment and a busy episode of Raw last night.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell present an Interview Classic from Oct. 15, 2015 featuring Bob Backlund autobiography co-author Robert Miller who discusses going from fan to friend as he wrote definitive Backlund chronicle. This is a fascinating look into Backlund's remarkable WWWF career, insight into him as a person, the writing process with Bob, and WWWF history.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann from the PWTorch Dailycast and PWTorch East Coast Cast. They discuss the WWE Draft including Montez Ford, Seth Rollins, Keith Lee, and Big E, plus Retribution with Mustafa Ali, highlights of AEW's 1st year on TNT and where there's room for improvement, NXT's 1st year on USA, NJPW G1 standings & surprises so far, assessing and comparing Capital Wrestling Center, ThunderDome, and Daily's Place, and more including scattered emails questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch VIP podcast hosts Javier Machado and Tom Stoup to present a comprehensive WWE Draft overview looking at winners and losers in the draft, a ton of fresh match-up options, the format of the draft presentation, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from Oct. 8, 2015 featuring interview guest Bob Backlund and PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. Backlund speaks about the decision to write his 480 page autobiography, what he wrote about that he wouldn’t have had he written the book decades ago, and the transition from him to Hulk Hogan. After phone connection issues cut the interview short about 40 minutes into the show, Mitchell analyzes one of the major turning points in Backlund’s career when Vince McMahon Sr. committed to him over the surprisingly strong draw as heel champion, Superstar Graham.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discuss NXT Takeover 31, NXT on USA, AEW Dynamite, Smackdown, Raw, UFC, and New Japan G1. Among the hot topics are: Did WWE underplay Orton's attack on legends last week? A theory on what's up with Undisputed Era? Who is the top star in wrestling today based on this week's performance on TV? And much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Flashback Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First, the PWTorch VIP Post-PPV Roundable covering WWE No Mercy 2005 from 15 years ago this month headlined by Randy Orton & Bob Orton vs. Undertaker in a casket match and Batista vs. Eddie Guerrero for the World Hvt. Title, plus Animal & Heidenreich, Bobby Lashley, Christian, JBL, Rey Mysterio, and more.
Then a flashback to the Oct. 12, 2010 Tuesday Flagship. Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell to talk s in-depth last night’s Raw, in particular the John Cena-Nexus follow-up. Also they take live calls on a variety of subjects including the PG rating hurting fan interest, Hell in a Cell being overused, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about TNA Bound for Glory and try to find a list of matches on the TNA website for the biggest PPV of the year just five days before the event.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from October 1, 2015 featuring his interview guest “X-Pac” Sean Waltman, an update on the scary injury he suffered days earlier, will WWE be in good hands with Triple H eventually, should wrestlers Sting’s age still wrestle, evaluating WWE’s ring style, and much more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents first a full preview of NXT Takeover 31 with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy including Finn Balor vs. Kyle O'Reilly and Io Shirai vs. Candice LeRae. They also discuss Roman Reigns's early work as a heel. And finally, the full Triple H Q&A with the wrestling media earlier this week discussing Takeover, COVID-19 precautions, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso and where they go from here, preview NXT Takeover, the future of Drew McIntyre-Randy Orton feud, WWE Women's Division post-draft, other potential key talent moves, ROH Pure Tournament, Impact's use of new stars, Chris Jericho-MJF, Kenny Omega's character, COVID outbreaks, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from September 24, 2015 featuring John Arezzi. The former ‘80s/‘90s New York pro wrestling radio host talks Sting’s career, Hulk Hogan scandals, the evolution of wrestling media coverage, and more including live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a PPV Preview episode looking at the WWE Clash of Champions PPV with guest analyst Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and WWE Kickoff shows. They provide a thorough preview of the entire line-up, thoughts on the hype and the pros and cons of various outcomes for each match. They also try to fix Retribution. There is also their usual talk of match order. They begin, though, with memories of The Road Warriors and thoughts on their legacy.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Zack Heydorn, PWTorch columnist and PWTorch VIP podcast host. They talk Raw's Retribution nonsense, New Japan G1's first two shows, ROH Pure Tourney and what it does well that others could learn from, the early performances of the Roman Reigns/Paul Heyman combo, Otis and the stats of the Money in the Bank briefcase, AEW Dynamite's strong show last week, NXT's big Wednesday night determining challengers for men's and women's title at the next Takeover, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from September 17, 2015 featuring Jake “The Snake” Roberts and Diamond Dallas Page regarding the new “Resurrection of Jake the Snake Roberts” documentary.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They open with some conversation about the latest in New Japan including a curious pick many are making for the G1 Climax winner, then move on to a review of AEW Dynamite, NXT on USA, and a comparison of the two shows this week. Then Todd reviews the return of ROH with first-run content on TV with their Pure Title. From there, reviews of top happenings on Smackdown and Raw, plus coverage of last weekend's UFC and Bellator events, plus a preview of this weekend's fights. And finally, an in-depth review of Al Snow's biography that came out last year full of wild and funny behind the scenes stories about his decades in pro wrestling.
In a Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade introduces a special in-depth roundtable discussion previewing the New Japan G1 Climax Tournament. The PWTorch All-Star Panel includes Sean Radican, Rich Fann, Alan Counihan, Chris Samsa providing in-depth primer of annual tournament including the returns of Will Ospreay, Jay White, Jeff Cobb, Zack Sabre Jr., and Juice Robinson along with the core top tier roster of Japanese wrestlers. The show serves as a guide to the tournament for listeners new to NJPW and longtime viewers as well. Radican guides a discussion on the tournament focused on major storylines, potential winners, matches and shows to look out for, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from September 10, 2015 featuring Scott Hall and Justin Credible. Hall talks about latest strides plus Jake’s movie and then Justin talks about the state of WWE, the need to tiptoe around management, rolling with Brock Lesnar, and more with live callers for over an hour.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman dynamic, Finn Balor beating Adam Cole for the NXT Title, the AEW Dynamite rating, Kenny Omega and Adam Page, Impact Wrestling, WWE restricting wrestlers making money on the side playing video games, and more current events.
In a Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is a new Mailbag session with PWTorch editor Wade Keller covering these topics: Will fans start to cheer a heel Roman Reigns and is that bad, was All Out too predictable and how could AEW have avoided predictability in key matches, and is WWE's brand split flexibility with Cesaro & Shinsuke Nakanura a step too far or a step toward a positive change? Then up next is the Flagship from ten years ago (9-7-10) as PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers looking at the prior night's Raw, Sunday night's TNA No Surrender PPV, and TNA Impact tapings, plus NXT season 3, Chris Jericho's future, the Raw G.M., Randy Orton-John Cena, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about TNA Bound for Glory, Dixie's next surprise, EV2's status, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from September 3, 2015 with special guest former WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy discussing a wide range of topics with live callers including reviewing Summerslam, looking ahead to Night of Champions, should D-Bryan head to New Japan, and more.
In this special AEW All Out PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is a roundtable discussion with PWTorch editor Wade Keller, former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol, and PWTorch.com AEW contributor Joshua Chambers previewing the entire line-up, evaluating the hype, and making predictions. They also discuss whether broadly this is a strong line-up for a signature PPV event. Then the full Tony Khan Media Conference Call from earlier today with PWTorch columnist Sean Radican participating, with a range of topics regarding All Out.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Sean Radican. They talk Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman alliance, New Japan G1 contenders, Naito's double-title win over Evil, Jon Moxley-MJF build, Brock Lesnar's future, pros and cons of various NXT Title match winners, Big E defending his comedic presentation now that he's singles wrestler, AEW vs. NXT so far, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from August 22, 2015 with Jim Ross talking WrestleMania 32, the return of Sting and the prospects of his match with Seth Rollins being good, what went wrong with Sting as WCW Champion, the return of the Dudleys, working with Randy Savage, Vince McMahon, WWE Network, NXT, the Paul Boesch library, New Japan, Lucha Underground, and much more including 38 minutes of previously VIP-exclusive "Aftershow" content.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin by addressing Keith Lee's Raw debut and whether Drew McIntyre interfering should really be considered a "loss" for Lee. Also, Lee's change of music and what can be garnered from how he was presented on Raw out of the gate. Then a full rundown start to finish of NXT Takeover, a full review of AEW Dynamite from Saturday night including Cody's loss to Brodie Lee, full reviews of last week's Smackdown and this week's Raw, including the return of Roman Reigns and the predicted future for Raw Underground, among many other topics. And finally the latest from New Japan.
In the Tuesday Wildcard episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, first up is an extended segment of the Post-Summerslam Roundtable reacting to the Braun Strowman vs. Fiend main event and analyzing the return of Roman Reigns. Then an extended segment of the NXT Takeover 30 Roundtable looking at the Karrion Kross victory over Keith Lee and Lee's future on the main roster. Finally, a flashback to the Tuesday Flagship from ten years ago (8-17-10) as PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell take live calls for most of the hour including topics ranging from Bobby Lashley's loss, Paul Heyman's talks with Strikeforce, Batista, Starrcade '97's finish to Miz losing to Cena to Zach Ryder's quick loss to Serena's release and of course venting about TNA. In the 35 minute VIP Aftershow, they discuss ideas for TNA to clean up their business approach plus Randy Savage in WWE Hall of Fame.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from August 21, 2015 with Diamond Dallas Page. Host PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with DDP including details on the new “Resurrection of Jake Roberts” movie, details on the making of movie, and Jake’s current health, plus stories on DDP’s WWF-Undertaker angle, his AWA days, the Diamond Cutter compared to the RKO, and more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talk AEW Dynamite bringing fans back to Daly's Place, WWE Thunderdome, the Velveteen Dream return and Triple H's explanation regarding the controversy, a Summerslam preview with predictions, fun speculation on what will happen that "we never saw coming," an NXT Takeover preview, thoughts on NXT's presentation last night without Dynamite as competition, first reaction to the viewership, and more.
Then in the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they dive into the Mailbag and discuss Retribution, Renee Young, the ridiculously loose rules for the Smackdown battle royal last week, Impact Wrestling's "Wrestle House," and some general sports talk including chances of the NFL season starting on time.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Summerslam PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and NXT and WWE Kickoff Shows. Sam and Wade walk through the entire Summerslam starting with Randy Orton challenging Drew McIntyre for the WWE Title and closing with The Fiend challenging Bray Wyatt for the Universal Title, with everything in between. First up, though, they talk about ThunderDome and the evolution of WWE's production during the pandemic era of WWE TV.
Then, in the VIP Exclusive Aftershow just for PWTorch VIP members on the VIP podcast feed, they talk another half hour about whether to expect Retribution to get involved at Summerslam and overall thoughts on that angle and where it could be heading, plus a bonus NXT Takeover preview with the pros and cons of a Keith Lee win or loss to Karrion Kross, and some lavish praise for Bronson Reed's recent rise.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from August 14, 2015. Host PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with Mick Foley, who made his PWTorch Livecast debut catching up with Wade on wrestling, his current views on wrestling, Chigusa Nagayo, his WWE standing, and much more with live calls and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Wildcard edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Tyler Sage from the "Podcast of Honor" and PWTorch.com's AEW Dynamite Alt-Perspective TV reporter. First up is an exclusive preview snippet of a new exclusive interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member Chris DeJoseph. In his first interview since his WWE departure earlier this summer, he talks about what was different about WWE and Vince McMahon in particular. (The full hour-and-a-half interview will be posted on the PWTorch VIP Podcast feed and PWTorch VIP website exclusively for members on Friday which includes his insights on being around WWE during the pandemic changing so much about how WWE produced TV including ideas that never made it to TV, and an examination of the Cinematic Wrestling trend and Raw Underground, both of which seem inspired by content he was part of creating during his time as a producer with Lucha Underground.)
Then next we present a special AEW Mailbag where Wade and Tyler discuss the highs and lows of this week's Dynamite including some psychoanalysis of Cody, AEW's in-ring tag team style and Jim Ross complaining about it on-air, the Ricky Morton piledriver angle, the hiring and featuring of referee Mike Chioda, the overpushing of Brandi, and the pros and cons of a three-way tag title match at All Out, and more.
And finally an interview Tyler Sage and Ryan Sullivan conducted on the "Podcast of Honor" earlier this year with former ROH TV Champion Shane Taylor discussing the booking change in ROH and locker room reaction to it, his breakout yet in 2019, what the letters on his trunks stand for, and more.
SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn. They talk Raw Underground and where it could be headed next, match finishes in WWE, Retribution causing viewer discomfort due to current events, Chris Jericho’s concert in midst of pandemic, why didn’t any babyfaces save Dominik on Raw, Summerslam’s women’s title matches for Sasha and Bayley, and more. Then in a VIP-exclusive Aftershow, is AEW hurt by lack of house shows, did a Ric Flair comment indicate a John Cena vs. Randy Orton match be on the horizon next year and would it work, an idea where Aleister Black is headed, does AEW gain support over NXT from anti-Vince McMahon fans, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from August 7, 2015 featuring. Wade Keller interviews Jonny Fairplay about Roddy Piper with unique insight on Piper's life and career from working closely with him for a year as his personal assistant. The interview includes road stories, watching Raw with him once including his reactions to Paul Heyman and Kurt Angle, how he felt about watching pro wrestling on TV in general, what it meant if he called you "champ," Piper's reaction to being in a car with the actual Stanley Cup, his thoughts on not winning championship titles, his penchant for overpacking, Piper arguing with TSA over needles in his airplane luggage, Piper's ability to (selectively) memorize anything quickly, his real thoughts on Hulk Hogan, and so much more - one fascinating anecdote and story after another. Plus, more interesting discussion with live calls and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with extended thoughts on the Adam Cole-Pat McAfee angle on NXT and a full rundown of NXT. There's a fun sidebar on "Mean" Gene Okerlund's career spawned from evaluating Tom Phillips' role in the McAfee-Cole saga. Then they walk through AEW Dynamite including the Chris Jericho-Orange Cassidy debate moderated by Eric Bischoff, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin main event, and the latest with MJF. Then a walk through WWE Smackdown and WWE Raw including Raw Underground, the poisoning of Montez Ford, the mystery Retribution faction, Shayna Baszler's apparent turn, The KO Show, and more. Then some New Japan and UFC and Bellator talk to round out the show.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks from PWTorch.com and the "Wrestling Night in America" podcast on the PWTorch Dailycast line-up. They talk Raw Underground and ideas where it's headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock's purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler's push, Daniel Bryan's future and whether he's better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxley, the new Raw faction teases yesterday, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from July 6, 2012. Wade Keller interviews former WWE and TNA headliner and MMA fighter Bobby Lashley. They cover a wide, wide array of topics including: What was Donald Trump like behind the scenes? Does he believe steroids are dangerous? Who does he think will win between Anderson Silva and Chael Sonnen? Can anyone solve the Jon Jones riddle? Who was his favorite WWE opponent? Which wrestlers does he most want to wrestle whom he hasn't yet? How does he feel about criticism of his promos in WWE? Does he believe steroids are stigmatized more than they should be? And much much more. This includes a previously VIP-exclusive "Aftershow."
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talk Drew-Orton, Keith Lee-Kross, Moxley-MJF, Impact Wrestling's "Wrestling House," and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They answer mailbag questions and talk with live callers about Sasha Banks vs. Asuka, Karrion Kross challenging Keith Lee, reaction to Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson's criticism of Paul Heyman, the Nick Aldis-Bruce Prichard back and forth, if pro baseball has done anything with its presentation pro wrestling could learn from, Deonna Purazzo's upside in Impact Wrestling and the Impact Women's Division in general, does NXT's replay on WWE Network hurt their young male demo rating, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from July 30, 2015 featuring Justin Credible with some blunt talk on racism in wrestling in reaction to Hulk Hogan racist comments surfacing, how Steve Austin beat the WWE system of scripted promos or being edited on taped show, Roman Reigns' struggles, John Cena's strength, and much more with live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a look at Impact Wrestling's Slammiversary PPV and the follow-up episode on Tuesday night. They also get mid-show access to Impact's viewership on Tuesday and put it in perspective with other viewership numbers this year and how it compares to NXT and AEW. Todd previews New Japan's weekend show. Then they walk through key happenings on Smackdown (including the Braun Strowman promo), Raw (including discussing why Randy Orton vs. Big Show did so poorly in the ratings with a debate on value of mid-show promos to build TV main events), AEW (one of Todd's favorite episodes of Dynamite yet), and NXT (including Bronson Reed's win, and a sidebar on Adam Cole's outburst at Pat McAfee). Then they wrap up with some UFC and Bellator talk including last weekend's results and what's up next.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First Wade answers new emails from the past week including ideas for Shayna Baszler and Aleister Black from two listeners, whether women's wrestling is driving away viewers, was the Horror Show Swamp Match obviously lower budget than prior cinematic matches, and more.
Then a jump back ten years to the July 20, 2010 PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell who discussed the prior night's Raw and in general all of the big developments in WWE in the prior 48 hours. They also look ahead to Summerslam, talk about Kane's win, discuss TNA frustrations with callers, look at the ECW Invasion angle compared to the Nexus storyline, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they construct Summerslam's line-up and look at who the odd men out might be, possibilities for WrestleMania, plus discuss Brock Lesnar including the Shane Carwin fight buyrate and prospects for the Cain Velasquez fight.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from July 22, 2015 featuring ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy reacting to the Daniel Bryan health news today, New Japan G1, Brock Lesnar-Undertaker, John Cena-Kevin Owens, narrative structure of WWE, and much more with live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Matt McCarthy, a former member of the WWE Creative Team, the host of the We Watch Wrestling podcast, and professional stand-up comedian who has appeared on "Conan" and many commercials. First, they talk about the Swamp Match and in general the trend to do pre-taped heavily-produced "Cinematic" style wrestling matches. Then he provides his insights into WWE's booking approach for each of the scheduled matches on Sunday including Drew McIntyre vs. Dolph Ziggler, the Eye for an Eye match with Rey Mysterio and Seth Rollins, Apollo Crews vs. MVP, Asuka vs. Sasha Banks for the Raw Title, and Bayley vs. Nikki Cross for the Smackdown Title.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a columnist for Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter and host of the PWTorch Dailycast "Wrestling Night in America" podcast. They being with reaction to the breaking news of Raw's record-low rating. Then they assess the scorecard for the AEW Fyter Fest vs. NXT Great American Bash two-week battle including the quarter hour and minute-by-minute details we have exclusive access to. From there, a look at New Japan's big weekend and Evil's surprising elevation, a preview of Extreme Rules: Horror Show, and Mailbag topics including a lot on the WWE women's division, Shayna Baszler, a possible Evolution 2 all-women's PPV, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from July 15, 2015 featuring Nick “Magnus” Aldis. Fascinating insight from an ambitious and often frustrated long-time member of TNA, missed opportunities, Dixie Carter, Bischoff, Hogan, his future, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They evaluate AEW Fyter Fest vs. NXT Great American Bash, the Speaking Out movement weeks later, the state of COVID-19 precautions by WWE and AEW, the build for key matches on Extreme Rules, and more. Also, scattered throughout the show are Mailbag questions on a variety of topics including Eric Bischoff opting for surprises instead of planning ahead, is AEW engaged in too much cronyism and nepotism, Gene Okerlund compared to Renee Young, Tony Khan on Twitter, Sonya Deville's potential, Jon Moxley vs. Brian Cage finish, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with two distinct segments. First is a new discussion today with former pro wrestling radio show host and convention promoter John Arezzi who talks about his new tell-all books, his new website wrestling history project, his return to pro wrestling with new podcasts, and reflections on his history of podcasting. Then Arezzi and Keller talk about the Pandemic Era of pro wrestling, Cinematic Wrestling in the context of wrestling history, the Undertaker documentary series, whether Major League Baseball can learn from pro wrestling in terms of operating safely or are the two situations just too different, and more.
Then in the second half of the show, we present a September 19, 1998 episode of Arezzi's radio show with Wade Keller and Dave Meltzer as guest analysts discussing controversies including Bill Watts butting heads with top stars in WCW.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from July 2, 2015 featuring Wade Keller's interview with Jonny Fairplay with Tough Enough talk for the entire show, including reality TV veteran and pro wrestling manager and analyst Fairplay dissecting the format, production, how reality TV is fake, how to improve this season, predictions, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a look at NXT Great American Bash, AEW Fyter Fest Night 1, the ratings for AEW vs. NXT this week, last week's WWE Smackdown, this week's WWE Monday Night Raw, the New Japan Cup semi-finals, plus Mailbag on Jim Londos and good books on the pre-1950s pro wrestling industry, Asuka, Nyla Rose's possible manager, the origins of the terms football and soccer, utilizing King of the Ring to determine SummerSlam challenger, a Last Dance Review, and more. Todd pops bigger for an email than he ever has before near the end.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with two distinct segments. Part one features a new Roundtable with PWTorch editor Wade Keller, former Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol, and PWTorch.com contributor and "PWT Talks NXT" PWTorch Dailycast cohost Nate Lindberg as they discuss AEW Fyter Fest vs. NXT Great American Bash. Topics include predictions on match order, strategies to keep viewers from switching channels, evaluating the quality of both line-ups this week and next week, whether NXT is being predatory and personal when it comes to their approach to battling AEW these two weeks, and the importance of the next two weeks.
Then part two features the Tuesday Flagship from ten years ago this week (6-29-10) with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They talk current events with callers including Raw Mystery G.M. speculation, Shad Gaspar, Visa problems with WWE talent, Daniel Bryan being fired, Ricky Steamboat vs. Ric Flair, Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from June 25, 2015 featuring Taz discussing his unlikely career journey, comparisons to Lesnar’s suplex-based style, NXT as a training ground, Tough Enough reaction, commentating for WWE vs. TNA, switching to podcasting career, and more. At the end is a caller session on current events, also.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch columnist and PWTorch Dailycast host Greg Parks. They present a special theme episode - Better Off or Worse Off, looking at WWE and NXT wrestlers today versus one year ago. Is Drew McIntyre better off or worse off? How about Braun Strowman? New Day? A.J. Styles? Dolph Ziggler? Bayley? Undisputed Era? Keith Lee? Seth Rollins? Johnny Gargano? And many many more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann from the PWTorch Dailycast and East Coast Cast VIP podcast. They answer mailbag questions dedicated to the Speaking Out movement, including Sammy Guevara's suspension without pay, promoter response so far, fan disenchantment and how wrestling's social media accessibility exacerbates that sense of betrayal fans feel, pro wrestling's shameful past and why it's different and in some ways worse now, and why there's hope for this to make a difference for the future of the industry and the safety of its participants.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic from June 11, 2015 featuring “The Patriot” Del Wilkes and host Wade Keller with Del sharing memories of watching Dusty Rhodes and stories from his days in the AWA, Global, WCW, All Japan, and the WWF with live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with Todd's analysis of the first few New Japan shows since returning from pandemic hiatus, then a review of Smackdown including the urination dousing with Sheamus and Jeff Hardy, a review of Raw with the Drew McIntyre-R-Truth angle and the Christian-Randy Orton tease, then a review of AEW Dynamite including a theory on where Cody and Arn Anderson pairing is going and NXT on USA including a movie toward more zany comedy, followed by some NXT-AEW ratings talk, and finally some UFC talk to round out the current events section. Then the show concludes with a sample of this week's Mailbag edition of the VIP podcast "The Fix" with Todd and Wade discussing a reported proposed trade between the WWF and WCW in 1992 involving four very big names and then a discussion of wrestlers in movies, and a bonus topic of favorite Simpson's episodes, new observations rewatching Game of Thrones, and what's next on Todd's binge-watch list.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch Newsletter columnist Zack Heydorn. They answer mailbag questions on Edge vs. Randy Orton including whether it was intended to mock and troll hardcore wrestling fans, an attempt to assess and quantify the response to the polarizing match format and marketing, plus discuss whether the enhanced audio should be done again, a look at the Orton-Christian history and if Christian is a worthy replacement for Edge to feud with Orton this summer, whether there's an AEW-WWE double-standard regarding how they're handling the pandemic, why is pro wrestling so ridiculed by non-fans, and more.
And then we present the June 16, 2010 Flagship podcast with Keller & Powell taking calls and answering emails on the hot topics that week. They take live calls throughout the hour on a variety of subjects including the fallout of the NXT angle on Raw, Bryan Danielson's future, who might replace John Cena if he were to get injured, more on the Dixie Carter TNA surprise, Chris Jericho's actual status in WWE, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss RVD's usage, John Cena's corporate speak, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic, a special edition looking at the career of Jerry Lawler on Jerry Lawler Day in Memphis with guest Randy Hales, a longtime Memphis wrestling employee who wore many hats and worked closely with Lawler over several decades. Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell talk with him about backstage stories from matches and interviews on the new Lawler DVD, plus live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Wildcard Thursday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. First, they answer new email questions for about an hour on these topics: Kenny Omega's lack of impact in AEW so far, the prospects of fans returning to live wrestling in the U.S. after the New Japan announcement, Charlotte's heavy push lately on all three shows, did WWE or WCW do better with celebrities over the decades, is Roman Reigns run the biggest flop in modern wrestling history, how no. 1 contenders are decided in pro wrestling, more.
And then we present the June 8, 2010 Flagship podcast with Keller & Powell taking calls and answering emails on the hot topics that week. They discussed in depth the NXT invasion angle on Raw the previous night, including why everyone is excited but the burden and high expectations falling on the writing team in WWE to follow-up well. Plus a variety of questions on Jim Cornette, Vince McMahon's limo driver in the Hall of Fame, Rampage Jackson, and more, plus in the previously VIP-Exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell discuss more aspects of Raw besides the NXT angle.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They evaluate WWE Backlash hype, make predictions, and look at what might be next for key wrestlers, then discuss FTR in AEW, Triple H compared to Khan and Cody on Q&As with the media, Dynamite, MLW on DAZN, the Impact Slammiversary loaded main event, YouTube views for secondary tier of wrestling companies, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic double-header. First an hour with ROH COO Joe Koff who discusses how the Destination America deal came about, is ROH interested in providing original programming for DestAm, how did TNA factor in, what is ROH all about, will ROH expand further West more often, and much more including live callers. Then in the second hour, Matt McCarthy, an ex-WWE Creative Team member who talks about coping with wrestler injuries during his time in WWE, Kevin Owens’s rise, Samoa Joe’s future, PWG’s rising stars, ROH-TNA situation, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett with live callers and emails to talk AEW Dynamite right after the show ended. Topics include the FTR sitdown interview with Tony Schiavone, Cody vs. Jungle Boy, Britt Baker's rehab video, Matt Hardy, Private Party, Lance Archer and Jake Roberts, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch columnist and PWTorch Dailycast host Greg Parks. They look in-depth at the Big Four male champions in AEW, NXT, Raw, and SD, specifically the future of the reigns of Jon Moxley, Adam Cole, Braun Strowman, and Drew McIntyre. Who will be their challengers, how long should their reigns last, pros and cons of different possible wrestlers to end their reigns. Then Mailbag on whether Tony Khan is money mark or superfan, Undertaker doc and whether its narrative feels at all authentic, the controversy Jeff Hardy angle, social distancing on TV in AEW compared to WWE, if AEW is outdrawing NXT why should AEW clamp down on comedy ratio of its programs, is Bayley vs. Sasha Banks heading toward a major PPV showdown and is Bayley one of the wrestlers who has grown the most in the pandemic crowd-free era the most, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with Jim Ross with his reaction to Samoa Joe and Kevin Owens appearing on NXT and Raw this week, WWE’s brand split history and future prospects, TNA-Destination America, his schedule these days, Jerry Lawler documentary, the Divas Division, and more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a review of last night's AEW Dynamite angle with Mike Tyson, with Todd's reasons for not liking how it played out. Then a full review of AEW including Cody's promo and what might be worth reading into, the Young Bucks & Matt Hardy team, and the rest of the show. Then a walk through key segments of the latest episodes of WWE Smackdown (including the IC Title tournament and Bayley beating Charlotte), WWE Monday Night Raw (including MVP Lounge with Drew McIntyre, Apollo Crews U.S. Title win, Charlotte vs. Nia Jax vs. Natalya, what MVP has added to Raw so far, more), and NXT on USA (including thoughts on Matt Riddle heading to the main roster, the upside of Timothy Thatcher, the finish of the Eli Drake vs. Jake Atlas vs. Kushida match, Takeover developments, more). Then, a preview of UFC's Fight Night this coming weekend. And finally, a 15 minute segment of the VIP-Exclusive nearly hour long in-depth review of the new Ken Shamrock book by Jonathan Snowden.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Wildcard edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First, a new Mailbag segment with Rich Fann talking about Charlotte's overexposure lately, followed by a 10 Years Ago Flashback to the Tuesday Flagship from June 1, 2010 with Keller and cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss Bret Hart as G.M., Undertaker's injury, Sting's half-assed career, NXT, The Rock, the Hall of Fame, reaction to Raw, and more.
In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, Wade is joined by current Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist and PWTorch Dailycast host Greg Parks and former Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist (circa early-1990s) Eric Krol to discuss AEW Double or Nothing. They walk through the entire line-up, with an early focus on the top three matches on the show, the pros and cons of each possible finish and also which match should go on last. They talk about various possibilities for match finishes on the undercard also. They also talk about the business side and whether AEW has done enough to get fans to part with $50 for an event during tough economic times with a fan-free environment.
BONUS: Then you can listen for free for the first time to the nearly two hour AEW Double or Nothing Post-PPV Roundtable from one year ago this weekend. Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell and PWTorch VIP Analyst Todd Martin to review the AEW debut event, Double or Nothing, which took place in Las Vegas, Nev. at the MGM Garden Arena headlined by Kenny Omega vs. Chris Jericho with an inaugural AEW Title match slot at stake. Also, The Young Bucks vs. The Lucha Bros., Dustin Rhodes vs. Cody, the battle royal to determine the other AEW inaugural World Title shot, Bret Hart’s presentation of the AEW World Title belt (who he replaced at the last second), and much more. They discuss in-depth the booking, the announcing, the production, and match quality, and more angles on this historically important debut event.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents Interview Tuesday with Tony Schiavone from the AEW announce team. The following are the topics Wade and Tony cover in (rough) chronological order:
-Which match should go on last on Saturday night at Double or Nothing - the AEW World Title match or the TNT Championship match.
-A look at the history of when World Title matches have and haven't gone on last as a rule.
-The role of a secondary title in a promotion, and some of the best examples of secondary titles and standout rivalries.
-Should the TNT Title in essence become a TV Title?
-Some thoughts on the Arn Anderson-Jake Roberts segment last night.
-The pros and cons of scripted promos and overly-produced announcing.
-A funny Young Bucks story about his first interview with them.
-What MJF is like behind the scenes compared to on-air.
-Crazy stories about Tony Khan (really!).
-How he has adjusted his announcing without fans in attendance.
-How much he knows about what's going to happen on Dynamite when he's announcing live.
-What it's like working for Tony Khan and AEW in general
After that, the full Cody media conference call from earlier this afternoon covering a range of AEW Double or Nothing topics, changes AEW has made in the PPV card and in general because of the coronavirus situation, the way the TNT Title and AEW World Title will relate to the contendership rankings, MJF's future, whether they'll exclusively run empty-venue Dynamite shows at Daily's Place or venture out, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the Undertaker documentary, the AEW Double or Nothing line-up, Drew Gulak, potential NXT call-ups including Keith Lee and Damien Priest, how Impact is doing with its TV show during the coronavirus area, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with John Piermarini, a former member of WWE Creative, who discusses Payback’s Fatal Four-way, Rusev, Corigan-TNA, C.M. Punk’s UFC status, how WWE can create their own Ronda Rousey, could Jon Jones type of character work in pro wrestling, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, the Pro Wrestling Torch senior columnist and star of the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show. They discuss the Finn Balor vs. Cameron Grimes match on NXT TV including the upside of Grimes and the value of Balor to NXT as a top star, an in-depth discussion on the career of the Road Warriors and an evaluation of the Dark Side of the Ring documentary on them this week, thoughts on the NXT vs. AEW ratings this week, reaction to the Street Profits vs. Viking Raiders basketball game, AEW's Mike Tyson announcement and the upside of how he could be utilized, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a double-header Wildcard Tuesday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, beginning with a 30-plus minute Mailbag focused on Raw with a lot of reaction to Becky Lynch's announcement and the Viking Raiders-Street Profits basketball game, among other topics. Then a flashback to the May 5, 2015 episode of the PWTorch Livecast Flagship with Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss the 2.55 Raw rating, the Raw debut of Sami Zayn and whether it was a good introduction, Dean Ambrose being added to PPV line-up, GFW news, and more with live callers and various email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with George Schire, pro wrestling author and historian, who gives eye-witness details on the emotional Verne Gagne funeral earlier this week, including details on Gene Okerlund and Greg Gagne speeches, amends being made, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade preview the WWE Money in the Bank PPV, plus discuss AEW returning to live action with a build toward their Double or Nothing PPV (with big praise for MJF and reaction to Brodie Lee getting a World Title shot this soon), plus reviews of Smackdown, Raw, and NXT on USA. Also, a preview of this weekend's big UFC PPV line-up. Also, several sidebars including announce teams that gave off signs of not getting along on air.
Also, Mailbag questions on these topics:
Which wrestlers would you bring back from a past era to have active on a roster today?
Would you attend Summerslam this year, all expenses paid, given the pandemic?
What were the top reasons WCW went under?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Tuesday with Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and WWE's Kickoff shows with a discussion focused on Sunday's WWE Money in the Bank PPV. They look at each competitor in every match and the pros and cons of each of them winning, the likelihood of various outcomes, cases for dark horse candidates, and why some obvious outcomes might not be so obvious including Men's MITB, Women's MITB, Drew McIntyre vs. Seth Rollins, Braun Strowman vs. Bray Wyatt, and the rest. In the VIP Aftershow just for members, they discuss the wild format at WWE headquarters and the range of possibilities (good and bad) for setting.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with wrestling announcer Mick Karch and multi-decades AWA jobber Kenny Jay, who discuss the life and career of the late Verne Gagne, who died this week at age 89. The discussion spanned his years as a top main eventing AWA Champion to his rise and fall as the promoter behind the scenes, his reaction to Vince McMahon’s national expansion, his role in the evolution of the Hulk Hogan babyface character, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the 25th Anniversary segment on Triple H with Shawn Michaels and Vince McMahon, Velveteen Dream controversy and future, the latest AEW-NXT ratings, AEW Double or Nothing line-up speculation, Money in the Bank developments and predictions, could CGI fans work on a wrestling show, the finals set up for the TNT Championship tournament, Money in the Bank developments and early predictions, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents Interview Tuesday with Mick Foley, a pioneer of early hardcore style wrestling and one of his generation's great promo artists. In this wide-ranging interview lasting well over an hour, Foley talks about these topics:
His memories of the 1997 King of the Ring match with Triple H that was highlighted on Raw last week in the Triple H Career Moment Countdown.
Advice Triple H gave him about his in-ring style as a babyface.
His thoughts on empty arena wrestling, his memories of Backlash 1999's Boiler Room match with Big Show and his Halftime Heat match with The Rock (including a great story on helping Rock prepare by watching the Terry Funk vs. Jerry Lawler empty arena match).
The parallels of The Fiend/Bray Wyatt and Mankind/Mick Foley characters with a critique of Bray's early work.
How he feels about pro wrestling still happening despite the rest of entertainment shutting down due to the coronavirus.
His thoughts on Vince McMahon and how he has changed over the years.
Memories of working for Joe Pedicino and his Global Wrestling Federation.
NXT starting a true developmental off-shoot where wrestlers can find their voice in a smaller setting
His son working behind the scenes in NXT and where his son's passion lies.
Working with Big Show on his new Netflix sitcom series.
Did Big Show have the career he deserved?
His kinship with Chris Jericho and thoughts on the long-lasting career he's had.
A great anecdote about Japanese wrestling culture, Jericho bulking up, and Jericho's approach to t-shirts in Japan.
What prompted him to compliment Samoa Joe's color commentary on Twitter.
His thoughts on MVP and the new team of Cedric Alexander & Ricochet.
His opinion on Drew McIntyre as a centerpiece top act in WWE.
His updated thoughts on the women's division in WWE including Becky Lynch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with Justin Credible. In this interview, hosted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller, these are topics discussed: Is the Curb Stomp dangerous or too controversial? What did Sabu mean that Taz was exposed in WWE? How has WWE Network affected his royalties? What is the upside of Alicia Fox? Has the art of getting heel heat been lost? And much more with live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with special guest Brandon Thurston from Wrestlenomics.com and the Wrestlenomics Podcast. Thurston has focused for years on WWE's finances, and today was perhaps the most anticipated and consequential financial release day for WWE for a wide array of reasons. They discuss COVID-19 ramifications, key metrics on WrestleMania when it comes to WWE Network subscriptions and social media, WWE's roster cutbacks and its impact on WWE's finances, how Vince McMahon's role on the Investors Conference call changed without longtime co-presidents Michelle Wilson and George Barrios, McMahon saying WWE might never be in the live event business again even after COVID-19 crisis passes, how an elimination of North American non-TV house shows could change WWE's profitability and why some of the current data is deceptive, the magic cleaner Triple H referenced that is helping keep wrestlers safe from the coronavirus, and more. If you've been looking for an in-depth overview and understanding of WWE's financial situation in the midst of the coronavirus and analysis of their framing of their current situation, Thurston provides over 90 minutes of insight and digestible explanations on where WWE stands and how the future looks.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast featuring host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They answer mailbag questions about a wide array of topics along with analysis of key current events including the dropping ratings, how are Drew McIntyre and Jon Moxley performing as new centerpiece champions during a difficult time, ideas for a new presentation of Raw and Smackdown, can the MITB "Climbing the Corporate Ladder" concept work or is it going to be be a disaster, what didn't work about Jon Moxley vs. Jake Hager, which wrestlers are rising to the occasion in this empty-arena era, are The Revival damaged beyond repair, why isn't WWE mentioning COVID-19 on camera, what is Roman Reigns's future, is Braun Strowman a variable long-term Universal Champion, and more including a tribute to the late Scott Bowden, a pro wrestling referee and manager, who died this week.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with Sean “X-Pac” Waltman. In this interview, hosted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller, you will hear Waltman diagnosing what’s right and wrong with Roman Reigns’s push so far and what is his future, a breakdown of how Sting was impressed and overwhelmed at WrestleMania, why Shawn Michaels was in trouble with WWE management after the Hall of Fame, Chyna’s reaction to news of Curt Hennig’s death, and many more topics with one of the best Livecast regulars. Live caller and email questions are included in the show.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade discuss Howard Finkel and what he represented as a great ring announcer but also how Vince McMahon treated him and what that says about McMahon. Todd then gives his strong view on WWE's decision to release so many wrestlers yesterday during a pandemic just days before the next investor's conference call. From there, they run through AEW Dynamite (including the Jon Moxley vs. Jake Hager main event), NXT on USA, WWE Smackdown (including Braun Strowman vs. Shinsuke Nakamura), and WWE Raw (including Drew McIntyre's promo, Drew vs. Andrade, and Nia Jax squashing Kairi Sane). Plus the latest on UFC. From there, they answer Mailbag questions on these topics:
What was the reason Vince McMahon backed Chris Benoit enough to give him the title win at WrestleMania 20, and is he the most surprising WrestleMania main eventer ever?
Why did Vince McMahon ultimately choose John Cena over Batista?
Why does WWE have such unbalanced power over their independent contractors compared to how things work in Europe?
Is A.J. Styles a former WrestleMania headliners now that he closed out the first night of WrestleMania 36, or does that not count?
What is a list of Bret Hart's best matches in WCW?
What was the deal with Hunter Hearst Helmsley and "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig in the fall of 1996?
THESE ARE ADDITIONAL TOPICS COVERED IN THE EXTENDED VERSION EXCLUSIVELY FOR VIP MEMBERS...
Can't stats help determine the type of career someone had?
Reacting to a list of Lex Luger's better matches that weren't covered last week.
Why was the Hulk Hogan heel turn in WCW such a big deal?
Has AEW been designated an "essential business" in Florida or does it just apply to WWE?
Which of the WWE releases should AEW hire?
How despicable really is WWE after the decisions they've made in the last week or so?
Why doesn't Brock Lesnar do more moves than he does and have longer matches than he does since he is capable of so much more?
Is it a good idea for WWE split off and have a show that's just cinematic matches, separate from the traditional presentation?
Why should anyone be sensitive about the term "fake" when it comes to professional wrestling like Ronda Rousey said?
Did AEW pay a retainer fee to keep talent available for when they launched? Would it make sense for other companies to do that now for the recently-released WWE talent?
Revisiting 20 years ago when Eric Bischoff and Vince Russo stripped everyone of their titles, with thoughts on each of the champions who were stripped? Also, what does Todd think of that time in WCW history and the idea of relaunching like they did?
Is Brock Lesnar really worth the money he is paid given his output and lack of clear impact on business?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents Interview Tuesday with MLW founder and booker Court Bauer, who also spent years working in WWE as a Creative Team member. He talks about how MLW is adjusting to the coronavirus situation, how he thinks WWE and AEW are handling the coronavirus including continuing to tape matches, his thoughts on how Vince McMahon is handling the XFL's demise and the coronavirus changing his entire business operations and threatening many revenue streams assumed to be safe, whether he is rooting for AEW to succeed, the mixing of MMA competitors and fight-styles into pro wrestling shows, Ronda Rousey's run with WWE and her recent comments, working with MJF since 2017 in MLW and which wrestlers of the past he reminds them of, his thoughts on "cinematic" post-produced wrestling matches, and more. In a VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Court gives his take on the "Dark Side of the Ring" series including the Von Erich, Brawl for All, and the Chris Benoit documentary with observations on the relationship between Eddie Guerrero and Benoit.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with “Leaping” Lanny Poffo, a/k/a The Genius who takes listeners behind the scenes at the WWE Hall of Fame, offers his thoughts on how his induction of his brother Randy Savage went, shares memories from his days wrestling in the WWF, addresses the relationship between Hulk Hogan and Randy before Randy’s death and various rumors regarding that, and much more including live callers and emails. The 40-minute Aftershow, previously a VIP-exclusive segment, includes email topics such as Mr. Perfect, Macho King era with Sherri, whether Vince McMahon interacted with him at the Hall of Fame ceremony, who else could have inducted Randy if not him and Hulk Hogan, his thoughts on Hogan's speech, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the long-term future of pre-taped heavily-produced cinematic style wrestling matches, what's next for Jonny Gargano and Tomasso Ciampa after their "final battle" on NXT this week, Charlotte in NXT, the way WWE handled Roman Reigns and WrestleMania, hype for Jon Moxley vs. Jake Hager, Chris Jericho on commentary, Brodie Lee spoofing Vince McMahon, how safe or unsafe is it to continue to gather wrestlers for TV tapings, what steps should WWE and AEW have taken to be safer, TNT Championship tournament talk, and should golf courses be re-opened.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents special Tuesday Mailbag & 10 Years Ago Flagship Flashback edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast featuring first Keller answering emails topics about the possibility and wisdom of WWE doing more Boneyard and Firefly Funhouse style matches in the future with the pros and cons and recommended parameters if there are more. Also, why be optimistic about Charlotte improving in NXT rather than hurting NXT, why are some fans so pro-AEW and anti-WWE and vice-versa, is this Braun Strowman's time or should WWE quickly transition away, can Drew McIntyre be an international breakout star especially in the U.K., and more. Then in the 10 Years Ago Flashback edition of the Flagship, Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net joined Keller to talk about WrestleMania 26 from the night before including a discussion about match order, Shawn Michaels vs. Undertaker II, Bret Hart vs. Vince McMahon, and more with live callers and emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with Matt McCarthy. This regular Livecast guest, an ex-WWE Creative Team member, details his in-person experience at WM31 weekend, exploring why Seth Rollins got a huge pop, his previous Hall of Fame backstage role, Roman Reigns’s future, Stephanie McMahon’s philanthropy Tweet, Justin Roberts open letter, and more with live callers mixed in.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast featuring a WrestleMania 36 Preview with ex-WWE Creative Team member and professional stand-up comedian Matt McCarthy. They first discuss whether WWE fans will think the empty-arena augmented WrestleMania presentation worked out okay or are fans going to be saying the whole thing should have been cancelled or postponed. Also, will WWE just go too far with post-producing now that they have that freedom since the matches aren't live? Also, their reaction to the idea of fans being put on the screen to react to in-ring action as WWE is considering doing. Then they march through the entire announced line-up for WrestleMania and talk about what is likely to happen and the pros and cons of various finishes and approaches including Brock Lesnar vs. Drew McIntyre.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an "Interview Tuesday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest former ECW Champion Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco, a/k/a Aldo Montoya from the WWF). Justin talks about how wrestlers need to adjust their style when matches take place without fans, safety concerns he'd have as a wrestler when it comes to coronavirus, the complete shutdown of the indy scene indefinitely, ideas for how to continue national cable shows without crowds, what Vince McMahon was like during his days as Aldo Montoya, the strengths and weaknesses of the AEW in-ring style and the quality of the shows themselves, his thoughts on the New Jack-Erich Kulas incident and his experiences with New Jack, the potential of the Impact Players, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with WWE Hall of Fame inductee Alundra Blayze. This is a flashback to a 1993 interview Wade conducted with Madusa, who spoke about the state of women's wrestling in 1993, how women can sabotage the growth of women's wrestling in general due to jealousy sometimes ("Women hate women and women are so jealous of one another"), being put in a manager role in the AWA, her case for women focusing on in-ring ability before looks, and more. This interview was presented for the first time in audio format five years ago on the eve of her going into the WWE Hall of Fame. The interview is preceded by a live caller segment previewing WrestleMania 31 weekend including the WWE Hall of Fame.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade discuss the "Dark Side of the Ring" two-hour special on Vice on Chris Benoit, quick thoughts on C.M. Punk's starring movie debut, AEW Dynamite review including Cody's demeanor on commentary and the Matt Hardy-Chris Jericho segment, NXT on USA review including Triple H's role, Smackdown review including Gronkowski, Raw review including Randy Orton's promo, plus conjecture on how long fan-free events will be the norm, whether wrestling still happening is a reasonable decision, the latest news on Jon Jones and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with cohost Greg Parks, Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America." They discuss WrestleMania plans in light of Rey Mysterio and Dana Brooke being removed from the card, should everything be cancelled, what happens after WrestleMania if they keep trying to run live TV shows, should AEW introduce a secondary title, is this an opportunity for AEW ratings growth vs. WWE, who has had more WrestleMania Moments between Shane McMahon and Roman Reigns, Charlotte's future, WrestleMania 32 quick review in light of it re-airing on ESPN on Sunday night, and more. Then, a bonus added at the end - the first half of the previously VIP-exclusive post-WrestleMania 32 Roundtable podcast recorded four years ago hosted by Wade Keller with Todd Martin, Pat McNeill, and Bruce Mitchell. Part two of the 100 minute Roundtable Podcast will be added to the end of Thursday's Flagship episode of the WKPWP later this week.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with former WWE wrestler (yes, the one with only one leg) Zach Gowen talking “Wrestling Isn’t Wrestling” viral video, working with Brock Lesnar behind the scenes, Triple H psychoanalysis, Shawn Michaels-Daniel Bryan comparisons, Roman Reigns’s push to top, WrestleMania 31 predictions, evolution of crowd reactions, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Daniel Bryan announcing he's looking to cut back to monthly matches when his WWE contract expires later this year, two nights of WrestleMania, comparing WWE Raw and Smackdown without fans in the stands at the Performance Center compared to AEW Dynamite at Daily's Place, an idea to safely keep live wrestling matches happening indefinitely for both WWE and AEW with bonus content as a result, thoughts on several key WrestleMania storylines including Roman Reigns's promo and John Cena and Bray Wyatt, NXT's format this week and why it's worth watching despite no live new matches, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the WWE Kickoff Shows, Not Sam Wrestling podcasts, and his show on Sirius XM radio show with Jim Norton. They delve into the WWE dilemma of dealing with the coronavirus and empty venues for TV shows and WrestleMania. What are the strengths and weaknesses so far of Smackdown and Raw at the Performance Center? Can or should adjustments be made, radical or otherwise? What were the key factors that went into the decision to hold WrestleMania on the scheduled date at a new location versus other options? They also discuss the hype so far for WrestleMania with a focus on the key interviews and segments of the past week including John Cena and Bray Wyatt, Roman Reigns, Edge, Becky Lynch, and more. Sam also gives his take on how the job of announcers is changing and how he feels Michael Cole did on Friday's Smackdown.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy with an analysis of the march to WrestleMania 31 including Daniel Bryan’s fall, Roman Reigns’s rise and his counter-productive entitled attitude in his public statements and demeanor, Undertaker-Bray Wyatt, Sting-Hunter, U.S. and IC titles, and more including live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks, PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the "Wrestling Night in America" PWTorch Dailycast show. They talk about pro wrestling without a crowd of fans, the very latest regarding coronavirus ramifications on pro wrestling industry, analysis of WrestleMania developments, extended talk about key happenings on AEW and NXT this week, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell answer mailbag questions on this Wildcard Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. They begin with question about the possibility of WrestleMania taking place this year without a live audience if the coronavirus leads to massive live event cancellations by early next month. Is pro wrestling viable without a live audience to react and play off of? What about Raw, Smackdown, Dynamite, NXT, and other live wrestling events with TV contracts to fulfill? Additional topics including whether Marko Stunt is turning away viewers, whether Drew McIntyre should beat Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania, evaluating the hype for A.J. Styles vs. Undertaker, Edge vs. Randy Orton, and Shayna Baszler vs. Becky Lynch so far, the destruction of the Erick Rowan pet cage and how it was handled, the mysterious disappearance of the men's singles Elimination Chamber match, Daniel Bryan vs. Drew Gulak perhaps a sign of things to come, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic with Justin Credible from five years ago this week (3-6-15). They discuss the latest Brock Lesnar-WWE controversy, Bill Demott controversy and how should wrestlers be trained in 2015, is WM31 hugely disappointing already, NXT having young wrestlers work with veterans, lamenting the unlikelihood of a true national competitor to WWE in the future, his retirement plans, and more. Live callers and email topics are sprinkled in.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They begin by discussing the latest episodes of WWE Smackdown and WWE Monday Night Raw including the Goldberg-Roman Reigns situation and why its doomed, the start of the John Cena-Fiend feud, and the Randy Orton-Beth Phoenix segment. Then they preview WWE Elimination Chamber. Then Todd's review of NXT on USA and AEW Dynamite with a closing discussion about the ratings for NXT and AEW so far and what might change the current viewership levels of the two shows. In a bonus segment at the end, the first half of Todd's review of the new "extreme memoire" by New Jack of SMW and ECW fame along with details on our VIP sale to hear the full episode of the VIP-exclusive "Fix" podcast with Todd & Wade including the full New Japan book review and the Fix Mailbag.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Roundtable with a three-person panel joining Wade for a discussion on their live experience in Chicago. PWTorch East Coast Cast host Travis Bryant, PWTorch.com "AEW Hits & Misses" contributor Joel Dehnel, and former Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist (circa early 1990s) and current Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Eric Krol all attended AEW Revolution in Chicago on Saturday, and they all share stories and observations and opinions. Each comes to AEW with a different backstory - Travis not being a regular weekly viewer of AEW, Eric being a lapsed fan returning because of NJPW and AEW, and Joel who has watched all of AEW and covers it for PWTorch.com. It's a fun, informative show discussing the pros and cons of certain booking decisions, what's next for Orange Cassidy, whether the time is right for Jon Moxley, what AEW has on their hands with Hangman Page, and so much more. Plus brushes with fame, comparisons to other crowds in past eras, and so much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (2-27-15) featuring a celebrity panel discussion with Jonny Fairplay of TNA and Reality TV fame and ex-WWE Creative Team member Andrew Goldstein discussing the week in WWE including a ton of thoughts on the hype so far for the top WrestleMania 31 matches including Sting-Hunter, Stewart-Seth, Reigns and Bryan dynamic, Orton’s awful return on Monday, and more. Live callers and email topics are sprinkled in.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They answer mailbag questions on Goldberg's big win earlier today, did Fiend sandbag the Jackhammer, thoughts on AEW not having a show WrestleMania weekend, the fall of Lucha Bros. stock, Velveteen Dream's confusing character, Samoa Joe's suspension, EC3's lack of push, the new NWA Squared Circle concept, perils of WWE PPVs moving off WWE Network, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss NXT's 10th Anniversary live event they both attended and their takeaways from seeing NXT's roster up close, plus some talk about the first season of NXT (Pros and Rookies) and its evolution since. Then they preview the full announced line-ups for WWE Super Showdown and AEW Revolution. Finally, thoughts on the evolving WrestleMania line-up, including John Cena, Roman Reigns, Randy Orton, Edge, Daniel Bryan, The Fiend, Goldberg, Undertaker, Seth Rollins, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (2-20-15) with TNA lead play-by-play announcer Josh Mathews who discusses with host Wade Keller his time in WWE, why he departed, his path to TNA, his controversial Twitter exchange with Jim Ross, what he likes about TNA, what it’s like to be shouted at by Vince McMahon, what his prep style was like in WWE, what he likes about TNA, his Tough Enough experience, the departure of Samoa Joe, and his new podcast about men’s fashion. Live callers and email topics are sprinkled in.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann from the PWTorch Dailycast's "Deep Dive" podcast and the PWTorch VIP East Coast Cast. They evaluate the current WrestleMania likely line-up with particular attention to The Fiend vs. Roman Reigns, Randy Orton vs. Edge, Undertaker vs. A.J. Styles, Charlotte vs. Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch vs. Shayna Baszler, and John Cena vs. Elias. They also discuss Cody's emergence as the centerpiece AEW babyface and his role as the public face of the company as an executive along the lines of Triple H. They also discuss last night's NXT Takeover follow-up and what's next for Adam Cole, Finn Balor, Dominic Dijakovic, Velveteen Dream, and Keith Lee. They also talk about Jon Moxley, Hangman Page, The Young Bucks, and more. Mailbag questions include comments Jim Ross's announcing, Darby Allin, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast along with a 5 Years Ago Flagship Flashback with Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. The Mailbag includes a look at the intriguing WrestleMania Women's matches with disappointing build-up so far, whether there are too many wrestlers in WWE getting a ton of TV time while saying very little, the battle WWE faces with over-saturation and potential changes in the WWE Network offerings, plus more. Then in the 5 Years Ago Flagship Flashback, they discuss the ramifications of the Seth Rollins nude photo controversy, the Bryan-Reigns dynamic furthered, why characters come across so much better on Total Divas and NXT than Raw, Raw feeling much too long last night, and much more with live callers throughout show. Then in the previously-VIP-exclusive "Aftershow," Keller and Powell discuss NXT going on the road, Lockdown and TNA so far on Destination America, Alberto El Patron, WrestleMania 31 triple threat, and more as they answer email topics from members.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (2-13-15) discussing current WWE happenings with ex-WWE announcer (late 2000s) Jack Korpela and ex-Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio host John Arezzi (late-1980s through mid-1990s) including the Daniel Bryan-Roman Reigns dilemma, NXT Takeover’s main event, Brock Lesnar’s value to WWE, how WWE reacts to crowds behind the scenes, and more.
The following is Triple H's Media Q&A from earlier this week covering a variety of NXT Takeover Portland-related topics such as the length of show, Keith Lee's future, how to draw more younger viewers, skipping the word "women" in NXT Women's Title mentions, NXT wrestlers on WrestleMania this year, Charlotte-Rhea Ripley, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, PWTorch senior columnist and host of the VIP Podcast, the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show. They answer mailbag questions on Shayna biting Becky, Drew McIntyre's rising star, Fake Razor & Diesel, Montez Ford's upside, Triple Threat match rules, NXT's demographic challenge and the idea of a college tour to fix it, WWE Network subscriber level if major PPVs were removed, Jerry Lawler's current day commentary, NXT announcers' lack of chemistry lately, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (2-6-15) featuring former WWF and AWA announcer Ken Resnick. He shares memories of interviewing Hulk Hogan, the Road Warriors, Bobby Heenan, and many other top stars, plus insights into the marathon WWF tapings, backstage at AWA tapings in the mid-‘80s, and more with live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking possible "transformative" changes in WWE Network and PPVs, Drew McIntyre's rising stock, AEW's quality control issues, comparing AEW to NXT star power, how would NXT playing bigger arenas work, fan reaction complicating Hangman Page heel turn, XFL anticipation, ROH's 2020 changes, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (1-22-15) featuring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. For over two hours - half of which is VIP exclusive. He covers a ton of fascinating topics from current events in WWE to his history at the Rumble and WrestleManias a wrestler to the fun he’s having in reality TV. He addresses WrestleMania 32 talk of a Stone Cold comeback match bluntly. He provides insight into the live Vince McMahon interview he did on his podcast and WWE Network, including the Cesaro-Swiss line, the Pro Wrestling-Sports Entertainment debate, what Vince thought of the interview, and how orchestrated or preplanned the topics were. He also gave a scouting report on a number of current WWE wrestlers such as Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, Luke Harper, and Seth Rollins. And what does Steve think of wrestlers breaking character on social media? So much more, with a mix of live calls and email topics. Oh, he also opens up about his emotions going into his final match at WrestleMania 19 and the feelings right after it ended. It’s a MUST-LISTEN interview.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (1-30-15) featuring ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini who provides his analysis and insights on a crazy week for WWE and Roman Reigns, plus behind the scenes machinations of WWE with travel, producers, script checklists. Live callers throughout add their points of view and additional topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, the star of weekly VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." Todd provides his analysis of Friday Night Smackdown, the post-Rumble episode of WWE Monday Night Raw, last night's NXT on USA episode, the NXT Takeover Worlds Collide event, AEW Dynamite including a rant by Todd about a particular segment, and NWA Hard Times including an extended discussion on Nick Aldis's best place other than the NWA if he were to go somewhere else. Then he talks New Japan New Beginnings and Pro Wrestling NOAH news. Then he reviews Kane/Glenn Jacob's new book (and it's not pretty). From there he reviews the latest UFC and Bellator events.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks, PWTorch columnist and host of Wrestling Night in America. They answer mailbag questions on Edge's top potential opponents, the pace of Edge-Randy Orton storyline, who should win Brock Lesnar vs. Drew McIntyre, if Lesnar only jobs to one wrestler in the next 18 months who should it be, is C.M. Punk vs. Lesnar a dream match still, Charlotte's WrestleMania options including NXT Champ, Excalibur's commentary on AEW Dynamite, NXT UK talent mixing with NXT US talent, what if Daniel Bryan instead of Roman Reigns won the 2015 Royal Rumble, is AEW responsible for improvements in Raw in last two months, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast including an in-depth detailed preview of the men's Royal Rumble match including an exhaustive look at Brock Lesnar scenarios and other possible winners. Then they discuss the Women's Rumble possibilities and the full supporting card led by Daniel Bryan challenging The Fiend. Then in a bonus section afterward, the 2015 Royal Rumble Post-PPV Roundtable podcast with Keller, Bruce Mitchell, and Pat McNeill including Roman Reigns being soundly rejected by the WWE fanbase live plus a stellar John Cena-Brock Lesnar-Seth Rollins match.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Tuesday Open Phone Lines edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, PWTorch's senior columnist. They discuss with live callers current key topics in pro wrestling including various Royal Rumble scenarios with likely winners, dark horses, unlikely winners, and how Brock Lesnar could be used in various ways. Also, Tessa Blanchard, the seven-person suplex spot in AEW Dynamite's opening tag match last week, Io Shirai, Shotzi Blackheart, Bianca Belair, Ronda Rousey, Matt Riddle, Drew McIntyre, Paul Heyman, C.M. Punk, Cain Velasquez, and more.
In this Flagship Flashback from five years ago (1-13-15), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with callers Roman Reigns’s odd promos, Daniel Bryan’s declaration he’ll win Rumble, TNA’s live debut, WWE Network, Vince McMahon’s future as Head of Creative, and much more with a mix of live calls and email questions including the VIP Aftershow examining the Seth Rollins-Brock Lesnar-John Cena hype.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking AEW’s TV extension and new hour of TV, Jon Moxley, Cody’s promo, Marty Scurll re-signing with ROH and becoming head booker, state of ROH in 2020, Tessa Blanchard title win and preceding controversy, Triple H-Paige comment and apology, Brian Cage potential in AEW, Royal Rumble hype, Drew McIntyre’s push, Brock Lesnar entering no. 1, Paul Heyman’s touches on Raw, Daniel Bryan and The Fiend, John Morrison’s quirky personality, and more.
This is a special Royal Rumble-themed episode of the Tuesday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. In this episode, we present for free to the general public for the first time two previously VIP-exclusive podcasts - the one-hour 2010 Royal Rumble post-event Roundtable and the one-hour 2019 Royal Rumble post-event Roundtable.
First, though, the host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Deep Dive" podcast Rich Fann joins Wade to take an early somewhat in-depth look at the favorites for this year's men's Royal Rumble including the "no chance in hell" entrants so far, the "dark horse candidates," the small but intriguing top tier of potential winners, and finally some surprise possibilities from outside of the Raw and Smackdown roster including NXT, MMA, or returning stars. They also discuss some memories from the 2019 and 2010 Rumbles as way of setting the stage for the two flashback roundtable podcasts.
In the Roundtable from one year ago, Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch VIP Analyst Todd Martin and PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell to analyze the WWE Royal Rumble with full analysis of the entire long event including both Royal Rumbles, Asuka vs. Becky Lynch, Brock Lesnar vs. Finn Balor, Daniel Bryan vs. A.J. Styles, Ronda Rousey vs. Sasha Banks, Shane McMahon & Miz vs. The Bar, and the Kickoff Show.
Then in the Roundtable from ten years ago, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnists Bruce Mitchell and Pat McNeill review the WWE Royal Rumble PPV. They begin with analysis of the ramifications of the evening on WrestleMania 26's line-up including the big surprise of Edge's Rumble win. They go wrestler-by-wrestler through the 30-man Rumble and analyze and interpret how they were utilized, then tackle the undercard.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (1-16-2020) featuring an interview with “Leaping” Lanny Poffo discussing his brother “Macho Man” Randy Savage’s Hall of Fame induction, details on how it finally happened, thoughts of Hulk Hogan giving the intro speech, some great Savage family stories, and much more with live callers and email questions. He also reads a poem in the VIP Aftershow and answers some email questions on Savage and his career including working with "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the PPV Preview and Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from "The Fix with Todd Martin" weekly VIP podcast. First Todd gives his impressions of attending Wrestle Kingdom in person last weekend in Japan and reviews the matches, the finishes, and the big Kenta angle. Then they discuss Smackdown, Raw, NXT, and AEW followed by an in-depth overview and analysis of the new autobiography by the father of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Rocky "Soulman" Johnson.
In this double-feature edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, PWTorch editor Wade Keller begins with a Mailbag segment discussing a range of topics including Wrestle Kingdom, AEW maybe over-relying on the New Japan formula to get wrestlers over, and the prospects and upside of an unexpected winner at the Royal Rumble. After that, a flashback Tuesday Flagship episode from Jan. 5, 2015 with Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussing the dreadful execution of WWE Raw including the counterproductive comments from Michael Cole after the Dean Ambrose-Bray Wyatt match, evaluating the Royal Rumble hype, a look at New Japan Wrestle Kingdom 9 on PPV, thoughts on TNA’s Wednesday relaunch, why fans might push back against Roman Reigns's heavy push, and more with a mix of live calls and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (1-9-15) featuring TNA Impact president Dixie Carter reacting to Impact’s move to Destination America, first ratings, changes in 2015, would she consider hiring Paul Heyman, the current creative writing staff, and other thoughts on Hulk Hogan, Josh Matthews, Taz, and more including live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell to discuss the Lana-Bobby Lashley wedding from a variety of perspectives including whether it intended to be harmless ephemeral fun or promote a match and build the personalities involved for future storylines and matches. Also, a history of wrestling presenting silly skits and why the motivations to do so have changed. How it compares to other skits in the past including the This Is Your Life segment with Mick Foley and The Rock. Then some talk about Lana's reaction to criticism online. They also discuss more segments from Raw including Randy Orton's swerve. Then they shift to discussing the Chris Jericho-Tanahashi match at WrestleKingdom. Finally, a review of AEW Dynamite from last night with an expanded analysis of Arn Anderson's upside and also what his history is as a great and influential talker in pro wrestling. Also, The Elite become more of a focus this week, Chris Jericho's offer to Jon Moxley, MJF's latest promo, Taz on commentary, and a Mailbag question on the AEW-NXT ratings battle being overblown.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. First, Wade and cohost Tom Stoup talk with an on-site correspondent in Hartford, Conn. about the crowd reaction for the wedding and comprehensive account of how crowd reacted to other segments, what happened before and after the live Raw aired and during commercials. Then Wade answers Mailbag questions and reads social media reactions to the Lana-Bobby Lashley wedding segment along with poll results and how to interpret those results if you're WWE or just have strong point of view on either end of the scale. Mailbag questions also include Drew McIntyre, alternative champions in WWE after the Royal Rumble before WrestleMania, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (1-2-2015) featuring Jeff Jarrett talking about his involvement in the New Japan Wrestle Kingdom telecast in the U.S., Jim Ross calling the action, Bullet Club, Global Force Wrestling formation and future, TNA history, the NWA, A.J. Styles journey, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking WWE Monday Night Raw's rebound in late 2019, potential Brock Lesnar opponents in 2020, our AEW wishlist for new year, a review of key points in the Christmas NXT episode, WWE Smackdown mediocrity since moving to Fox, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast answering questions from podcast listeners regarding AEW's bravado and broken promises, how truly known AEW's top stars are, Bryan-Fiend-Reigns options, and more. Also, the five-years ago live caller edition of the PWTorch Livecast on Christmas Day 2014 and finally the first-ever PWTorch Livecast 10 years ago this week with Wade and cohost Bruce Mitchell previewing the big January 2010 WWE vs. TNA Monday Night Battle.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the PPV Preview and Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from "The Fix with Todd Martin" weekly VIP podcast. Todd and Wade first react to the drop in AEW viewership to close the year while NXT holds its ground and takes over in the young demos AEW had dominated. What is AEW doing wrong and what aren't they doing enough of that they have the resources and talent to accomplish? How concerned should AEW be, and what is and isn't "fixable" as they enter 2020 perhaps slightly humbled? Then Todd reviews AEW Dynamite, NXT on USA, last week's Smackdown leading into TLC, this week's Raw including the continuation of the new Seth Rollins heel run, ROH's Final Battle PPV, the NWA Into the Fire PPV, the latest UFC PPV, and more UFC and some Bellator events.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast answering questions from podcast listeners regarding a potential Aleister Black & Buddy Murphy tag team, whether Bray Wyatt is the Face of WWE already and whether it's a coincidence wrestlers who lose to him go back to their past, could Samoa Joe lead the charge against Seth Rollins & AOP, should Jim Ross be critical of AEW's ring style on air, should AEW have a developmental system to help wrestlers refine their skills, are AEW tag teams in need of curating and closer following of rules, and more. Then a special Flagship Flashback featuring Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net joining Wade five years ago (Dec. 9, 2014) to talk about Roman Reigns winning Superstar of Year, C.M. Punk signing with UFC, Vince McMahon’s comments last week conflicting with Raw a week later, TLC hype, and more. They talk with live callers and tackle a bunch of email topics in the VIP Aftershow, offered here free for the first time in this flashback.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (12-19-2014) featuring Jim Ross talking with Wade about upcoming New Japan Tokyo Dome PPV, teaming with Matt Striker, was Vince McMahon right about Millennials, TLC, Ziggler, Neville, Triple H, NXT, and more with a mix of live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the PPV Preview and Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann from the PWTorch East Coast Cast VIP Aftershow and the PWTorch Dailycast's "Deep Dive." They begin with an in-depth preview of WWE TLC with a look at key wrestlers on the show and where they are headed after Sunday based on possible outcomes including WrestleMania ideas for Reigns, Wyatt, more. Then they cover the AEW-NXT fan divide, AEW and NXT strengths and weaknesses, the NWA including the wrestlers who have really shined in the studio setting, the controversy of the NWO Hall of Fame induction excluding Eric Bischoff and Big Show including Bischoff's reaction, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an "Interview Tuesday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini. He gives his impressions of where WWE, AEW, NXT stand after watching latest TV shows after not being an ardent viewer of the product for a while. He gives his take on last night's Raw including the Rusev-Lana divorce angle, Seth Rollins and Kevin Owens, Aleister Black, and more. He also evaluates the presentation and vibe of AEW Dynamite and many of the wrestlers including Cody, Chris Jericho, Jurassic Express, and Jon Moxley. Then he evaluates NXT's current top crop of talent including the upsides of Keith Lee compared to Matt Riddle and how he believes Vince McMahon would value each of them on Raw or Smackdown, Cameron Grimes, Finn Balor, Rhea Ripley, and Shayna Baszler.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (12-12-2014) featuring ex-WWE Creative Member John Piermarini & MMATorch editor Jamie Penick discussing the prospects of C.M. Punk in UFC and possibility of a Brock Lesnar return to UFC, plus NXT Takeover, does Vince McMahon watch NXT, Roman Reigns, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking AEW's strengths & weaknesses after ten shows, NXT's groove, Smackdown doldrums, Raw's rebound, Wednesday's razor thin ratings difference in recent weeks, NWA Power, State of ROH, Mauro Ranallo-Corey Graves, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an "Open Phone Line Tuesday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, the PWTorch Newsletter senior columnist the last 29 years and star of the VIP podcast "The Bruce Mitchell Audio Show" the last 15 years. They take questions from live callers and answer email questions on a wide range of topics including pro wrestling history and current events including Bruce discussing recently hosting the Arn Anderson, Crockett Brothers, and World Class panel discussions in front of live audiences at wrestling conventions, the AEW vs. NXT ratings panic in some circles and what to really be concerned about and what not to worry about yet, The Road Warriors, Kevin Von Erich, WWE's marketing of women wrestlers' "sex appeal," should pro wrestling announcers acknowledge injuries to wrestlers on air or discuss differences between actual injuries and worked injuries, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (12-5-2014) featuring Keller interviewing Justin Credible who dissected and reacted to C.M. Punk and Vince McMahon podcast interviews. What does a former colleague of Punk and wrestler for McMahon think of their controversial comments? They incorporate calls and emails as usual into the discussion.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss in depth last week's Smackdown, this week's improved episode of Raw, NXT Takeover, the Steve Austin interview with Undertaker, the Corey Graves-Mauro Ranallo situation, who were biggest winners from NXT of brand warfare, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks from the PWTorch Dailycast "Wrestling Night in America" podcast and the Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter. They answer mailbag questions from listeners on these topics: The Fiend, Seth Rollins as heel, AEW Women's Division, C.M. Punk, Jerry Lawler's sexist commentary, were too many first-time potential dream match-ups given away during Survivor Series month, should wrestlers be taking more time off after big grueling matches from a storyline standpoint, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special double-header this weekend including our Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (11-21-2014) featuring Ex-WWE Creative Team Member Chris DeJoseph discussing Lucha Underground to talk about the first four weeks of groundbreaking El Rey Network series, how it compares to WWE creative process, the show’s future, and much more. Then a special episode of the VIP "Wayback Playback" with Pat McNeill & Jim Valley looking back at the second ever Saturday Night's Main Event from October 5, 1995 including Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, and much more. It's a watch-along format so sync it up with a video replay if you have access online or on DVD (of VHS!) or just listen for information and fun.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcast and WWE Kickoff Show panel. They preview WWE Survivor Series and NXT Takeover with predictions for match outcomes and surprises, plus analysis of the build-up and some sidebars on C.M. Punk and other topics including some listener emails.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss in-depth C.M. Punk's return to WWE TV and where he goes from here and where he'd best fit in with WWE and even potentially AEW including ideal opponents. Plus conversation about the latest episodes of WWE Raw, Smackdown, AEW Dynamite, NXT on USA, and NWA Power. In particular, they talk about ratings for Smackdown and AEW vs. NXT, the struggles of Seth Rollins and how he and WWE are handling it, the Survivor Series "brand warfare" hype on WWE TV, Triple H as the face of NXT on Raw, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (11-13-2014) featuring Matt Hardy as Wade's guest including his C.M. Punk return prediction, will the Hardys resurface at a WrestleMania, what is future of TNA, what’s Matt’s ROH relationship, WWE Network payoffs for talent, and much more including live callers and email questions.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller gives a full show rundown and analysis including Chris Jericho and MJF arguing, Jon Moxley’s next opponent, Kenny Omega reacts to Moxley loss, Tag Team Title match, Awesome Kong, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (11-7-2014) featuring Diamond Dallas Page who talks about how wrestlers today can get over as babyface using strategies he used in WCW, would he do anything different with Scott Hall and Jake Roberts, some WCW and AWA memories, an update on DDP Yoga’s growth, Chris Jericho, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP podcaster Todd Martin. Todd reacts to this week's ratings tie between AEW and NXT, evaluates AEW's Full Gear hype plus provides a full PPV preview, declares his point of view about the push of Cody, reacts to NXT being invaded by The O.C., reviews Raw and NJPW Power Struggle, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a new Mailbag on the latest happenings in WWE, AEW, and NXT, plus a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (11-4-2014) featuring John Piermarini, an ex-WWE Creative Team member who takes listeners inside booking meetings with Vince McMahon, plus how are expenses covered for writers on the road, Bray Wyatt angle analysis, and more with live callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Open Phone Lines Thursday episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Kelly Wells from the "PWT Talks NXT" PWTorch Dailycast and PWTorch.com's NXT TV reporter. They discuss the following topics including many provided by listener calls and listener emails: WWE Crown Jewel results, what now for both Bray Wyatt and Seth Rollins, the first-ever women's match in Saudi Arabia, Finn Balor's first heel NXT promo, AEW Dynamite strengths and weaknesses after five weeks, the ACH/Jordan Myles t-shirt controversy, AEW modeling itself after New Japan, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Cameron Hawkins from the PWTorch East Coast Cast. They discuss the following topics including many provided by listener emails: The ACH/Jordan Myles t-shirt controversy, growing discontentment with WWE, who on Team Hogan would Hulk allow to date Brooke, is Cody pro wrestling's top babyface, can Seth Rollins be salvaged at this point, will AEW successfully complete an interview, thoughts on the Finn Balor move to NXT, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (10-24-2014) featuring Sean "X-Pac" Waltman who discusses early Rock memories, will C.M. Punk return, Lucha Underground thoughts, what would WWE look like with Hunter not Vince in charge, Shane McMahon update, NXT, scripting promos, Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, and much more with email questions and live callers.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a look at at the latest news including the AEW vs. NXT Wednesday night ratings week four has good news and bad news for both brands, WWE Smackdown to air Sunday on Fox and replay Friday night, Finn Balor angle analysis, NWA Power vs. AEW Dark stats, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Tuesday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They answer questions from listeners on a variety of topics including the state of Raw post-draft, Darby Allin's push, the Rusev-Lana-Bobby Lashley storyline, are AEW wrestlers shortening their careers by going too hardcore, comparing the four shows' new announcer line-ups, will AEW's early shortcomings turn off their fans, a look at potential of WWE and AEW tag team divisions, Smackdown on Fox, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (10-17-2014) featuring Rob Van Dam, a first-time Livecast guest, who presents fascinating insights, memories, and opinions spanning his entire career in ECW, WCW, WWE, plus opinions on C.M. Punk's disappearance, Undertaker's Streak ending, the prospects of Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose in ECW and as future stars, PPV payoffs in the Network era, and more. Live callers and email questions sprinkled in. The VIP Aftershow is presented free for the first time.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin with Todd's review of AEW Dynamite including his agreements and disagreements regarding early criticism of show, NXT on USA review, thoughts on the viewership trends so far, WWE Draft reaction, reviews of Raw and Smackdown including latest with Seth Rollins and The Fiend, Impact Bound for Glory PPV preview, Stardom news, NJPW review, and UFC review and preview, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Draft Special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcast. They discuss the lay of the land after the WWE Draft including the babyface and heel depth charts for both Raw and Smackdown, potential World Title level match-ups for both rosters as now assembled, where the Universal Title and WWE Title might be headed between now and WrestleMania, who are some candidates to benefit from the new alignment, a look at the Tag Team Division and Women's Division, and some key names left undrafted.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (10-10-2014) featuring an interview with Matt McCarthy discussing why NXT is his favorite wrestling show, Lesnar's future, how to push Ambrose and Rollins, insights from days in WWE, does Vince McMahon even like pro wrestling, some roster split pros and cons talk, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch Newsletter senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss the AEW and NXT second week ratings with predictions and then real-time reaction to the ratings when they came in. They also talk about the content on both NXT and AEW including a look at Chris Jericho's promo, the WWE Raw reaction to the Hell in a Cell controversy, the debut of NWA Power, last week's Friday Night Smackdown debut on Fox, and much more about an incredible seven day period in the pro wrestling business.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast's Sunday show, "Wrestling Night in America." They answer questions from listeners on a wild "Premiere Week" including a controversial Brock Lesnar-Kofi Kingston quick finish, a rejected Hell in a Cell Fiend vs. Seth Rollins finish and where this leaves Seth and Fiend going forward, the highs and lows of AEW's debut, NXT's counter-programming, the set-up and hype for the WWE Draft later this week, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (10-3-2014) featuring an interview with Eddie Sharkey, a former wrestler and referee and indy promoter who is best known as the trainer of the Road Warriors, Rick Rude, Jesse Ventura, Bob Backlund, The Berzerker (John Nord), Nikita Koloff, Austin Aries, Paul Ellering, ODB, Tom Zenk, Jerry Lynn, Alundra Blayze/Madusa, and many others. He shares stories from his decades in the industry from Lou Thesz to Verne Gagne to Sean Waltman. Live callers also contribute to the show.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss AEW vs. NXT first week ratings, comparing two shows on a number of levels, which roster is stronger, WWE's statement about AEW, previewing Smackdown on Fox and what the Brock Lesnar-Rey Mysterio angle might be leading to, Lana-Bobby Lashley, announcing changes, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special “Interview Tuesday” episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with AEW President Tony Khan who talks about tomorrow’s AEW Dynamite launch and may other topics including:
-WWE/NXT competition
-What defines success
-International TV controversy
-Booking process and philosophy
-Kenny Omega’s presentation
-Future of house shows and PPVs
-Social media presentation of wrestlers and staying in character
-What translates today from the Attitude Era? What doesn’t?
-What are his influences from watching wrestling over the decades?
-Is he nervous about the debut show on Wednesday?
-Will all top execs eventually move to the same city and work at same HQs?
-What does AEW mean by “authenticity” and the sports-like feel?
-What mistakes have they already made and what are his areas marked for improvement?
-Will AEW target all demographics or primarily focus on one core group?
-How will AEW be more “wrestler-friendly” both creatively and regarding lifestyle?
And much much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from Sept. 28, 2012 with John Morrison who has reportedly re-signed with WWE this month. In this interview, he talks about his upcoming JCW live event next month, his backstage issues with JBL, his favorite in-ring wrestling moments, the psychology of being a babyface or a heel, how he feels about Dolph Zigger's success, his reaction to Joey Mercury's face being bashed in by the ladder, the opponent he most wishes he could have wrestled that he never did, the pros and cons of being a babyface or a heel, whether he could consider going to TNA, and much more with live callers contributing questions throughout.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP Analyst from "The Fix" podcast. They discuss the latest episodes of NXT on USA, WWE's announcing changes, AEW Plus TV reaction, Raw, and Smackdown, plus a preview this Friday's ROH Death Before Dishonor PPV, an assessment of the importance of Impact's new Tuesday AXS timeslot, the latest on New Japan, UFC, and Bellator, plus a few scattered other random topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (9-19-2014) featuring an interview with Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco) covering a wide array of topics including live callers and email topics. Subjects include: What's gone wrong with WWE lately, is Hideo Itami/KENTA doomed, pros and cons of Reigns's push, first-hand comparisons between being ECW and WWE wrestler, language barrier between wrestlers in ring, Ryback, Lesnar's conditioning, is Sami Zayn too much like Daniel Bryan, and much more. The VIP Aftershow started around the 85 minute mark.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the a special Interview Friday with three distinct segments with Triple H, Nick "Eugene" Dinsmore, and Beth Phoenix.
-The first segment features Triple H's media conference call after NXT's debut on USA Network. He talked about the thought process that went into what to feature on the USA Network debut, Vince McMahon's involvement and reaction, whether the Full Sail venue is sufficient in the long-run for a national cable show setting, how the show was structured differently because of the split between USA and WWE Network, whether NXT is still developmental, utilizing cruiserweight on the show, and more.
-Then comes an interview Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell conducted on July 26, 2019 which has never been heard before with Nick "Eugene" Dinsmore which was recorded in front of a live audience at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Weekend events in Waterloo, Iowa. at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center. In this interview, he discusses a wide range of fascinating topics including being the initial trainer of some of the top stars of the last 20 years including great stories on early John Cena, Brock Lesnar, Batista, and The Rock. Did Cena come across as a future star right away? Was Lesnar a nice guy and hard worker early? What did he think when he would look at The Rock? What separates the top class of success stories from those who didn't end up making it from that same class in OVW? He also talks about ribs he played on Matt Striker, what lessons did he learn that he conveys to his students, the controversial aspects of the Eugene character and how it originated and was received, and more.
-Then comes a panel discussion from July 27, 2019 which was recorded in front of a live audience at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Weekend events in Waterloo, Iowa. at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center which featured Gerald Brisco, Beth Phoenix, Bob Roop, Baron Von Racshke, and Thunderbolt Patterson. This snippet features Gerald Brisco talking at first about teaming with his brother and feuding with The Funks and Jay Youngblood & Rick Steamboat, then Beth Phoenix speaking about the transition from the Divas ear and her thought on women main eventing WrestleMania, who she thinks are top emerging stars today (outside of WWE), and her desire to see a culture in pro wrestling where kids can see a little bit of themselves in the product no matter their race, background, orientation, or otherwise. In the end, Baron Von Raschke sneaks in a joke about playing his imaginary sister Big Bertha on the air.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jonnny Fairplay, a former personal assistant to Roddy Piper, standout personality from CBS "Survivor," former TNA manager, and current podcaster on "Survivor." They discuss key topics of the week and answer listener questions from the Mailbag including these topics: The NXT premiere on USA Network and what NXT's prospects now are to compete with AEW, Kenny Omega's stinging comments that NXT headliners are opening match wrestlers in AEW, the prospects for Kofi Kingston when he defends against Brock Lesnar on Smackdown on Oct. 4 on Fox, should WWE turn Brock Lesnar heel, is a heel Roman Reigns pro wrestling's next difference-making breakout star, The Fiend challenging Seth Rollins at Hell in a Cell and how WWE can deliver a satisfying finish with so much at stake for both wrestlers, and a variety of other topics from the Mailbag such as whether WWE is doing too many copout finishes, is Full Sail atmosphere going to hold back NXT's wrestlers seeming major league, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (9-19-2014) featuring Wade Keller's interview with Chris DeJoseph, ex-WWE creative team member now exec producer of Mark Burnett's Lucha Underground debuting nationally Oct. 8, 2014 on El Rey Network starring John Morrison, plus WWE insider stories on John Cena's rise in mid-2000s, prospects of each Shield member, how to handle Cena-Lesnar on Sunday, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Friday with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy with a focus primarily on previewing the WWE Clash of Champions PPV line-up, with an examination and critique of the storylines building up the matches. Matt also goes behind the scenes to how Vince McMahon operates when it comes to developing, augmenting, and stubbornly sticking to certain storylines. They also answer Mailbag questions and look ahead to the AEW vs. NXT battle and the Impact Wrestling news. With Matt, we go to fun places including references and analogies to "Watchmen," "The Simpsons," "Breaking Bad," Nicolas Cage, and Dave Chappell.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast and ProWrestling.net. They discuss key topics of the week and answer listener questions from the Mailbag including these topics: The Kevin Owens angle at the end of Smackdown where Shane McMahon fired him, Cody challenging Chris Jericho at Full Gear, Impact's future after the AXS TV acquisition, ROH's future, the real Little Engine that Could in pro wrestling right now, NXT's chances of being independent from Vince McMahon, the marketing of Kenny Omega so far, can AEW really sell $50 PPVs in a $10 streaming era, the NXT roster's readiness for two hours live weekly, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (9-11-2014) featuring Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE wrestler Matt Sydal (a/k/a Evan Bourne) who previews his newly announced A.J. Styles match for ROH, shares stories from his ups and downs in WWE, why he feels rejuvenated outside of WWE, the backstory on the Randy Orton and Shooting Star Press situation, with many other topics from live callers and emailers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Friday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks from the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America" and PWTorch Newsletter. They cover many topics from listeners' emails including the seeming end of the mentions of the Women's Revolution, Kenny Omega's losses, Vince McMahon potentially meddling in NXT, WWE at MSG, the cool factor AEW vs. WWE, The Fiend's future and upside, is AEW losing money, is Cody becoming the Triple H of AEW or the Jeff Jarrett of TNA, King of the Ring predictions, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They review in semi-chronological order last week's NXT TV show, NXT UK Takeover, New Japan Royal Quest, UFC's last event (plus a look ahead to next weekend's UFC PPV and a preview of Bellator's upcoming event), Raw, and Smackdown. The WWE talk includes analysis of the big week for Bayley and Sasha, the King of the Ring tournament outcomes, and most everything else. He also has a comment about the Adrian Street documentary on WWE Network. Plus, Wade's dog barks a lot this episode and Todd admits he says mean things to dogs sometimes and feels a little guilty about it.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (9-5-2014) featuring Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE creative team member John Piermarini who tells what shouldn't be assumed about leaked Raw script, dealing with Steph backstage, how promos are actually written, planned, practiced, his thoughts on Roman Reigns's push so far and specifically could accelerate his growth as a character, how would Triple H run WWE differently creatively than Vince McMahon, what's missing from Brie-Nikki angle so far, and much more. It's a fascinating two hours of insights from someone with first-hand backstage knowledge and experiences in WWE.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Sean Radican, a PWTorch columnist and host of the VIP podcast Radican Worldwide. They march through each match on AEW's All Out line-up, analyze the loss of Jon Moxley and the addition of Pac, present an overview of the roster including the pros and cons of Chris Jericho or Hangman Page winning the AEW Title on Saturday night, a look at AEW is in some ways going places ROH should have years ago, ratings predictions for AEW on TNT, and more AEW topics. Then, a bonus Starrcast III Day One Diary with PWTorch Dailycast host Rich Fann and PWTorch contributor Zack Heydorn on-site diary from Chicago taking you to suburban Chicago with their take on the outstanding Cody Rhodes show with Tony Schiavone, the live Being the Elite Mailbag with the Young Bucks, So Cal Uncensored, and Hangman Page, the weigh-ins, scrum interviews with Luchasaurus, Marko Stunt, Jungle Boy, and Darby Allin, and other observations from the hotel.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, the PWTorch senior columnist and host of the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show. They discuss key topics of the week and answer listener questions from the Mailbag. Topics include the Jon Moxley injury and the Pac replacement to face Kenny Omega, is Hangman Page ready to be a top six star for AEW, should WWE send reinforcements from Raw or Smackdown to add to NXT's roster, how bad was the Roman Reigns whodunit mystery, should WWE be focused on stars of the past when advertising the Smackdown debut on Fox, some viewership predictions for AEW vs. NXT on the Wednesday Showdown, should NXT stay at Full Sail, what is the fate of 205 Live, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago featuring Wade Keller's wide-ranging interview with longtime wrestling announcer Mick Karch discussing these topics: What was working with Heyman like in the AWA in late-'80s? What was Jake Roberts like at an indy appearance Saturday? When did the AWA vintage era really end? How were old-school TV tapings handled? What is the evolution of indy wrestling in the US? Who are some of the top prospects in Minnesota? What changes in the presentation of pro wrestling does he disdain? Plus, his take on current WWE happenings including John Cena's minimal selling of the Brock Lesnar beatdown at Summerslam after their first match, the Stephanie McMahon character, Mick Foley, Paul Heyman, and much more. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow portion of the interview.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They answer questions from listeners on these topics: AEW touring, how long before other companies close down, Roman Reigns progress lately, what’s end game of Wednesday War and what was end goal for WCW and WWE in Monday Night War, could Braun Strowman be Reigns culprit, will NXT wrestlers bumped from TV step up now, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the breaking news this week of NXT expanding to a live two hour weekly show on USA Network and cover it from a wide array of angle including how it'll affect AEW, ROH, Impact, and more. They also look at the All Out line-up and what it says about their roster depth, and what wrestlers are out there to add depth to AEW's current roster with a walk through the top potential signings from each promotion out there. Also, what former WWE wrestlers could contribute to AEW's roster. Then they shift to some talk about the NWA and happenings in WWE on Raw and Smackdown this week and a look at the King of the Ring so far and predictions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (8-22-2014) featuring Wade Keller's interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin who provides his reaction to John Cena-Brock Lesnar at Summerslam, is Roman Reigns ready to be top guy, what is Dean Ambrose's upside, is he or Hulk Hogan the biggest star of the modern era, plus Kevin Owens, Daniel Bryan, Seth Rollins, Paul Heyman, Alberto Del Rio, A.J. Styles, and so much more with live calls and email questions. The first hour is from the PWTorch Livecast and the second hour is the VIP Exclusive Aftershow.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, the star of the VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin (and Wade Keller)." They answer questions on the following topics on this episode...
Would WWE have sued Chris Jericho if he hosted the C.M. Punk podcast interview instead of Colt Cabana?
Could Sasha Banks show up at an AEW show under a mask to get out of her WWE contract?
Why did the WWWF create fictional title matches for Buddy Rogers and Pat Patterson?
Why doesn’t Vince McMahon seem to embrace heel managers?
Why didn’t any other sports become fixed or a work like pro wrestling over the decades?
Which WWE wrestler most deserved to be on the Summerslam card who was left off?
Why didn’t WWE have Bret Hart come out in front of the fans at Summerslam?
Should New Japan have more consistent enforcement of a lot of their rules?
Why did Bob Backlund come back in the early 1990s and have a short title reign?
Why did Vince McMahon call up Kairi Sane given how he has utilized her on the main roster?
Can a title change hands by DQ in a two-out-of-three falls match?
Did you catch Randy Orton telling the ref to stop giving him time cues at Summerslam?
Is AEW tipping its hand who will become the first AEW World Champion based on future matches?
What happened to Eric Bugenhagen?
How can WWE say its smallest wrestlers are 205 pounds, which would make them UFC Light-Heavyweights?
What were New Japan’s shortcomings during its dark ages compared to WWE’s weaknesses today?
Who should be the centerpiece star of the AEW’s Women’s Division?
Who are your favorite King of the Ring winners?
Will New Japan have Kota Ibushi challenge both Okada and Naito for their titles at WrestleKingdom?
Are wrestlers these days overdoing it with selling how beat up they are after winning matches?
Who would most benefit from winning the King of the Ring tournament this year?
How did Hulk Hogan come across in the Steve Austin Podcast interview?
What is the background of New Japan announcers Rocky Romero and Chris Charlton?
Was miscommunication to blame for the initial fallout between Colt Cabana and C.M. Punk?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin. " Todd covers the final stretch of the New Japan G1 Tournament and analyzes who came out of it with some shine and who lost some stature. Then they discuss NXT Takeover, the NXT TV show leading into Takeover, Raw and Smackdown coming out of Summerslam, and a look back at UFC’s weekend event and a look ahead to UFC 241 including Daniel Cormier vs. Stipe Miocic for the Heavyweight Title.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago this week (8-15-2014) featuring Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy who offers insights on being backstage for the first Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena match at Extreme Rules, plus an in-depth Summerslam preview, analysis of angles leading up to Summerslam, thoughts on Roman Reigns's push, what WrestleMania 31's main event might look like, and many more backstage stories and insights.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Friday Mailbag & PPV Preview hybrid edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They present an in-depth look at Summerslam's line-up with match by match predictions and analysis of the hype and look at what's next. They also weave into the conversation related email questions from this week's WKPWP Mailbag. They also finish with some non-Summerslam topics from the Mailbag including the underrated 205 Live and its future and the live-Smackdown TV experience.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss AEW's sellout in D.C. for the TNT premier, latest predictions on their first TNT TV rating and our Twitter poll results on that topic, the stellar AEW Road to All Out videos with Tully Blanchard and Shawn Spears, the latest on New Japan's G1 tournament, will Cody land as a clear babyface or heel eventually, a discussion on whether Seth Rollins is representing WWE well with his higher profile social media cheerleading, why WWE should be ashamed of the detail work this week regarding the 24/7 OBGYN skit and the Roman Reigns vehicular homicide attempt angle, plus a variety of other topics including ROH's TV format change.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from Aug. 1, 2014, five years ago this week, featuring Wade Keller's interview Shawn Hernandez, formerly of TNA from 2006 through 2014. He provides amazing insights into frustrations with how TNA has operated over the last eight years, his odd and disheartening way of being released, backstage stories, and much more with live callers and emails in the mix.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks, a long-time PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of Sunday's "Wrestling Night in America" on the PWTorch Dailycast line-up. They discuss AEW's Chris Jericho mystery partners, Becky Lynch's push, the creation of wrestler names, TNA-AEW comparison, storyline-wise why do wrestlers even want the 24/7 Title, WWE G1-style tournament potential, perils of wrestling stats, current singles potential in AEW of Christopher Daniels, should AEW keep doing Meet & Greets or is that too small-time, AEW belts, would a NJPW-AEW work for both groups, some talk of AEW head-to-head with NXT, up-and-coming lesser known wrestlers, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast "Wrestling Night in America" podcast every Sunday. Wade and Greg discuss AEW announcing a tag team match with mystery partners with Chris Jericho for their debut on TNT on Oct. 2, they analyze some of the top Summerslam developments on Raw and Smackdown this week, they examine whether C.M. Punk's ESPN interview last week rules him out as signing with AEW and whether he'd be more valuable to AEW or WWE, thoughts on Al Snow's new book, analysis of the New Japan G1 tournament through night 11, what we've learned about Jon Moxley in the G1 so far, the pros and cons of NXT airing on FS1 opposite of AEW on TNT, who would be prime opponents for Shawn Michaels if he wrestles several more times and could his next match be in NXT, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Weekend Interview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell talking with Sgt. Slaughter. Sarge has not done many interviews before, and none of this length and scope and depth. It took place in front of a live audience on July 26, 2019 at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame event at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, right after a special Meet & Greet with Sheamus and right before the Impact Pro Wrestling annual indy supercard featuring Ultimo Dragon, B. Brian Blair, Lisa Marie Vaughn, and many locals such as James Jeffreys, rising rookie standout "Golden Boy" Bryce Jordan, Kurt Stallion, The Big Picture, Air Wolf, and many others. In this interview, Slaughter walks through his career from the start, going territory to territory, and character to character, detailing the highlights of his time in each territory and some of the big names he crossed paths with, butted heads with, wrestled again, or shared road trips with including Vince McMahon Sr., Vince McMahon Jr., Pat Patterson, Bob Backlund, Verne Gagne, Wally Karbo, Dusty Rhodes, Hulk Hogan, Iron Sheik, and so many others. It's one of those infrequent "must listen" interviews that the audience and hosts knew as it was happening was something special.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." Todd and Wade discuss C.M. Punk's return to Starrcast and potential in AEW, Jon Moxley's New Japan G1 performances so far, a detailed review of the WWE Raw Reunion, WWE's decision to begin featuring Hulk Hogan again, plus NXT, UFC.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from eight years ago this week featuring Wade Keller's wide-ranging interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini. They discuss the C.M. Punk-John Cena match at Money in the Bank, Daniel Bryan's surprise Money in the Bank win including who in particular in power likely pushed for his win, the Triple H-Vince McMahon angle on Raw and where it might lead, and more including live calls on a variety of subjects including what changes Triple H make say, R-Truth's push, and much more. In the Aftershow, previously just for VIP members, John presents must-listen insight into life after TV tapings and the how the writers, producers, and wrestlers do and don't intermingle, and whether the mood is different after good or bad PPVs and TVs. And finally, fascinating insight into the relationship former WWE booker Pat Patterson has with Raw's lead writer Brian Gewirtz and other WWE creative team members.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Friday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They discuss Shinsuke Nakamura's new push, Luchasaurus & Jungle Boy & Marko Stunt, whether Roman Reigns is passionate enough about his job, is Corey Graves overexposed, is AEW going to hurt Impact, ROH, and other indies, Daniel Bryan's announcement, shouldn't WWE be judged as a TV show and not a sporting event, could Eric Bischoff talk Vince McMahon into a Reigns heel turn, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk AEW's highs and lows so far, Brock Lesnar cashing in, NJPW G1 so far, Kevin Owens-Shane McMahon feud, Evolve's anniversary special, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago featuring Wade Keller's wide-ranging interview with Booker T, his second visit to the PWTorch Livecast. He discusses a wide array of topics including those presented by live callers and email questions including touting his first Internet PPV on Sunday night broadcasting his Reality of Wrestling event being taped Saturday night with his trainees and special guest stars. He also discusses the 2003 angle with Triple H, his biggest regret of his professional career, the hot topic of racism in wrestling and how he's dealt with it over the years, his feelings on WWE Network from a variety of angles, C.M. Punk's departure, Roman Reigns's push, the twist in Cody Rhodes's character, the new faction with Xavier & Kofi Kingston & Big E., and much more. This includes a VIP Exclusive Aftershow which previously was presented only to VIP members.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller gives a full show rundown and analysis including Kevin Owens’ Pipe Bomb moment, Aleister Black’s challenger revealed as Cesaro, Samoa Joe promo hyping facing Kofi Kingston, Roman Reigns vs. Dolph Ziggler, and more Extreme Rules hype.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, the PWTorch senior columnist and host of the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show. They discuss WWE Extreme Rules hype and the fiasco that was the Cedric Alexander angle on Raw and the Undertaker & Roman tag team hype, why Bruce thinks the Eric Bischoff and Paul Heyman positions are a smokescreen, the history of Vince McMahon Sr. having power over to his son and how it's different now with Vincent K. McMahon, a preview for AEW Fight for the Fallen and thoughts on WWE scheduling Evolve up against it, analysis of Chris Jericho's latest career moves and his "open mic" being hyped by AEW for this Saturday night, initial thoughts on Trevor Lee's debut as Cameron Grimes on NXT TV, a review of the NJPW G1 special on AXS live from Dallas, New Japan's decision to go to the East Coast with three shows this fall, and intergender wrestling in general and Sami Callihan vs. Tessa Blanchard at Slammiversary in particular, plus more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Weekend Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jonny Fairplay, one-time TNA on-air manager, long-time indy manager, one-time personal manager for the late Roddy Piper, former Survivor contestant, and host of the Survivor NSFW podcast. They answer questions on these topics: Why does Vince McMahon even have creative team if he overrides others? Is AEW getting the portrayal of women right so far? Who's good fit for Aleister Black's first feud? Why did Vince choose to go with Paul Heyman and Eric Bischoff as Executive Directors since both ultimately failed as promoters themselves? Will AEW realize the pre-shows have been counterproductive and a turnoff so far? Can AEW find the right blend of the different presentation tones within their early shows? Should AEW introduce a second single's men's title? How about Finn Balor or Shinsuke Nakamura joining A.J. Styles, Karl Anderson, and Luke Gallows?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from five years ago featuring Wade Keller's wide-ranging lengthy two-plus hour interview with Drew McIntyre shortly after he left WWE. They bring on live callers and answer email questions. The first half of this interview is the free live stream and the second half is the previously VIP-only "Aftershow." Topics include:
His take on being released last month by WWE
What the next stage of his pro wrestling career is going to look like\
If he hopes to return to WWE
Whether he thinks he did anything wrong to cause his release
Thoughts on C.M. Punk's departure
Undertaker's locker room leadership and his reaction to Taker's loss to Brock Lesnar
What it was like wrestling Brock Lesnar
Daniel Bryan's push and what about him caught fire with fans last summer
The strangest thing a fan has ever done to him
His interaction with Vince McMahon
His thoughts on the "Chosen One" gimmick and 3MB gimmick
His biggest culture shock in his life moving from Europe to Lexington, Ky. including a story visiting a bar with animal heads all over the wall
World Cup prediction
And much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." Todd and Wade review AEW Fyter Fest special event, the ROH Best in the World PPV, a review of the last two NXT TV episodes including the Io Shirai turn and the start of the Breakout Tournament, a preview of Impact Wrestling's Slammiversary PPV event, New Japan's latest events, analysis of Raw and Smackdown, Todd's take on the Paul Heyman and Eric Bischoff news, plus a look back at UFC's Fight Night and a preview of this weekend's big UFC PPV including Jon Jones.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's 90 minute interview with one-legged ex-WWE wrestler Zach Gowen and ex-Creative Team member Alex Greenfield discussing potential Money in the Bank winners pros and cons, SummerSlam and WrestleMania 31 line-up speculation, backstage Vince McMahon stories, the original shocking plan for the Brock Lesnar-Zach Gowen angle, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk about this week's breaking news with related mailbag questions on Eric Bischoff and Paul Heyman returning to power in WWE as Executive Directors of Smackdown and Raw. Also Seth Rollins going off on Twitter and what the strategy might be and analysis of whether it's working. Other topics include: Two-out-of-Three falls matches, Drew McIntyre's push, the Evolve vs. AEW battle next month, Roman Reigns missing from Smackdown, is now the time to turn Roman Reigns heel, should AEW try to hire Vince McMahon to be a heel character on their show this fall, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They discuss Seth Rollins' Twitter strategy this week, a preview of AEW Fyter Fest and ROH Best in the World, predictions for AEW debut viewership on TNT, NXT's Breakout Tournament prospects, the breaking news of the Evolve vs. AEW head-to-head battle in July, Kenny Omega's sharp response to the Evolve schedule, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's wide-ranging lengthy two-and-a-half hour interview with Sean "X-Pac" Waltman. They bring on live callers and answer email questions. Topics include:
Early analysis of Shield as singles wrestlers forecasting their futures including risks of a backlash against Roman Reigns
How has reporting in Pro Wrestling Torch held up over the decades?
The pros and cons of how Daniel Bryan was pushed by management after fans got behind him in a big way
Does C.M. Punk owe fans explanation?
The public rehabilitation of Scott Hall and Jake Roberts with DDP.
His thoughts on marijuana
The pros and cons of John Cena turning heel
Dixie Carter turning TNA into a vanity project
The benefits of steroids versus the health risks
Chairshots to the head
The prospects of a Sting vs. Undertaker match
The benefits of Undertaker's streak ending
What does Vince McMahon mean when he asks wrestlers to show "ruthless aggression"?
Sean picking out Roman early as a blue chipper and passing on recommendation to management at a time when Roman was getting discouraged and frustrated with his progress in developmental
Sean's early concern about Reigns having a "connection with the fans" when he's in the ring being a possible stumbling block for him.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "PPV Preview" edition with Sam Roberts who joins Wade to preview WWE Stomping Grounds. They discuss what's at stake in each match, the pros and cons of outcomes, wide-ranging Baron Corbin special ref speculation, the viability of the roster split in this Wildcard Rules era, why 205 Live should be on your radar, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." Todd and Wade react to Smackdown's crashing ratings and the mentality by Vince McMahon driving viewers away, a full WWE Stomping Grounds preview, New Japan G1 Climax line-up analysis including key matches and what they might hint regarding who will go far in the tournament, reaction to Jon Moxley not being allowed to wrestle for New Japan in the U.S., what we can read into Kenny Omega's interview talking about AEW's vision, plus Todd's NXT TV review, the latest from UFC and Bellator, Chael Sonnen's retirement and a review of his career, and the short-list of the most memorable MMA fights of all-time that compete with Anderson Silva vs. Chael Sonnen.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with John Arezzi of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show discussing early ECW days, how he first ended up bringing Vince Russo into the wrestling world, why he left wrestling in the mid-'90s, his diverse involvement in wrestling over the years, and much more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an Interview Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Matt McCarthy, an ex-WWE Creative Team member. He responds to comments Jon Moxley and Batista recently said about the WWE Creative Team and general creative process, including his suggestions on how to change certain things but why certain aspects Batista and Mox took issue with are baked into the system for better or for worse.
LIST OF TOPICS COVERED...
As a professional stand-up comedian, he evaluates R-Truth's 24/7 Title reign and ideas for others with the 24/7 Title including Bob Backlund.
What's not working for him with the Bray Wyatt's "Firefly Funhouse."
The sloppy narrative structure of WWE including a story about a proposed "Kane Cam" that Vince liked.
Vince's attitude toward the approach he takes when people push for changes internally.
Vince's attitude toward writers pitching matches and the main rule he has for booking a match.
A detail Triple H pays attention to when it comes to matches being announced on TV that Vince McMahon doesn't.
His reaction to the Jon Moxley and Batista comments in recent weeks about the creative process, including his suggestions on how to change certain things but why certain aspects Batista and Mox took issue with are baked into the system for better or for worse.
Examples with Chris Jericho trying to make the creative process work for them including a time he sat in with Jericho in Vince McMahon's office making his pitch to change things in his aborted feud with Randy Orton.
How some creative writers get disengaged or demoralized and work within the system instead of fighting it.
The choices AEW has to make with the tone of the product and if the undercard should match or contrast the main event storylines and tone.
Whether AEW should start from scratch introducing characters or assume that fans either have knowledge or in this binge-watch era will research them on their own.
Orange Cassidy's presentation on the indy scene and how it's changed.
His thoughts on AEW Double or Nothing from attending live.
Which wrestler he'd pluck from WWE and send to AEW.
And more fascinating backstage insights from his time in WWE, great historical pop culture references that relate to pro wrestling, and more topics about the larger wrestling scene including his excitement for this fall when everything changes.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a look at the latest news this week including Raw and Smackdown ratings near lowest ever, reaction to an interview where Batista criticizes WWE creative process and talks Triple H and non-wrestler influence behind the scenes, the unveiling of the Crusher statue, plus latest news on the line-ups for the next big shows from AEW, MLW, ROH, and WWE.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's two hour interview with ex-WWE Creative Team Member John Piermarini hosted by Wade Keller. They go in-depth with reaction to the Seth Rollins turn, whether Jeff Jarrett was a visionary compared to Paul Heyman and Gabe Sapolsky, Vince McMahon struggling to embrace guidance from writing team, Batista-Daniel Bryan controversy, Money in the Bank and Summerslam speculation, who he'd have in the bull pen if Roman Reigns didn't work out as then new top star in WWE, lots of backstage insights from his days on writing team, and much more with live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They answer mailbag questions on these topics: Ricochet and Aleister Black, NXT UK, Austin Aries-AEW, 24/7 Title, Fox debut championship picture, Jon Moxley interview talking points, Brock Lesnar bait and switch, WWE frustrations, pros and cons of various non-WWE alternative weekly TV shows, Bray Wyatt's Firefly Funhouse, Kofi Kingston's WWE Title future and an idea for Big E, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They preview WWE Super Showdown in Saudi Arabia, review NXT Takeover, speculate on the main roster potential for key NXT takes, discuss AEW potential signings, reaction to the Jon Moxley interview revelations, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Weekend Interview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Jon Moxley (f/k/a Dean Ambrose). This is Mox’s second long-form interview and the first he recorded since his AEW surprise debut last Saturday night at “AEW Double or Nothing” in Las Vegas. This is by design a follow-up to his first interview earlier this week with Chris Jericho on his podcast which has been the talk of the pro wrestling industry for several days, so we’re not covering the same territory but instead covering topics he didn’t get to with Jericho. This interview, conducted on May 29, lasts nearly two-and-a-half hours. This is the second half of that interview. The first avenue was published the day before this one on the same feed.
LIST OF TOPICS COVERED…
The story behind the videos he has produced on Twitter and the excitement he feels being an artist in control again and collaborating with colleagues…
On people’s skepticism that “by the boys, for the boys” will never work in AEW because there’s too many cooks in the kitchen…
Producers he really respected and liked in WWE…
On his growing relationship with Cody behind the scenes on creative matters and how it contrasts to his WWE experience…
His amazement that top writers on WWE don’t go insane working in that system…
Details on his frustration with how The Shield return was handled Summerslam weekend last year and details on how it originally was supposed to play out and who derailed it at last second…
Tons of details told for the first time ever, on his WrestleMania frustrations the year he wrestled Brock Lesnar…
The awkward Stone Cold Podcast on WWE Network, finally explained in (agonizing) detail…
Did he hesitate to sign another “corporate contract” with AEW so soon after being free from his WWE contact?…
What the greatest moment of his career was so far…
What did he think watching back at his entrance at Double or Nothing…
His reluctance to dive head first into social media like most wrestlers…
PPV payoff structure under the WWE Network and strong thoughts about WWE’s way of scheduling house shows in this era…
Why he thinks WWE will soon have to start paying wrestlers more money, and it’s not (just) because of AEW as competition…
And more.
BONUS SECTION: At the end of the Jon Moxley interview, listen for a 20 minute bonus segment featuring Wade Keller's interview from April 1992 with Paul Heyman who discusses Steve Austin as the future top star in the industry way back then, plus other topics along with fun banter with Keller and callers.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents special Weekend Interview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Jon Moxley (f/k/a Dean Ambrose). This is Mox's second long-form interview and the first he recorded since his AEW surprise debut last Saturday night at "AEW Double or Nothing" in Las Vegas. This is by design a follow-up to his first interview earlier this week with Chris Jericho on his podcast which has been the talk of the pro wrestling industry for several days, so we're not covering the same territory but instead covering topics he didn't get to with Jericho. This interview, conducted on May 29, lasts nearly two-and-a-half hours. This is the first half of the interview and the second half will drop on Sunday afternoon or evening on this feed. Topics covered here:
How he feels about what he said on the Chris Jericho podcast and what his goal was in saying what he said...
Why he thinks he's starting fresh and can't fail not chasing the fake carrot and brass ring...
What he already loves about the creative freedom he has experienced in AEW...
How fixable is the WWE creative process behind the scenes...
Details on the hurdles WWE wrestlers have to jump through to get a promo onto TV...
Why many wrestlers aren't scared to get fired but how the writers are vulnerable to getting fired if a wrestler goes off script...
Why WWE writers jobs shouldn't exist...
Why WWE wrestlers can't find their own voice on promos in the current system...
How his relationship with Vince McMahon changed over time and how he learned to work within the system to deal with Vince when needed...
How group think reenforces Vince's creative proclivities...
An example of where he was wrong and Vince was right...
What he thinks of Triple H as a possible replacement for Vince McMahon as head of creative... The scripting of the first Shield promo and his reaction to being handed words to read after all the thought they put into doing their own thing...
Was he ever proud of the promos The Shield cut... Does he ever wonder what his path would have been if he was a solo wrestler and not part of the Shield in WWE?...
The pre-Shield plans for his first WWE feud with Mick Foley and why he was so excited about it, but why it's fortunate it didn't happen...
How Chris Jericho was a role model for him and gave him good advice on dealing with Vince McMahon...
Do great matches get Vince excited? What does Vince care most about?...
Has Vince changed over the years and over the decades?...
His thoughts on the three hour format of Raw...
How he feels about wrestlers who don't even get utilized while other wrestles get overused...
His thoughts on the polarizing crowd reactions to Roman Reigns...
Roman's reaction to the sufferin succotash being scripted for him to say...
How the locker room feels about Roman Reigns and why that doesn't translate to on-air the same way...
Riding in the car with Reigns collaborating on ideas for promos...
Was there an end game he knew of regarding Nia Jax, and if the news getting out that he wasn't renewing his WWE contract changed their plans...
Advice he was given in his final months to avoid breaching his contract...
The awkwardness of his wife on commentary when he was involved in the feud with Nia Jax...
His theories on the big push he got in his final months with the big deal made of The Shield's final run...
Did it get awkward saying good bye to the crowd over and over, week after week...
The emotions he felt saying goodbye to the Dean Ambrose character and The Shield gimmick...
Does he plan to overhaul his ring style or presentation in AEW and New Japan compared to the Dean Ambrose character in WWE...
Does he binge watch Netflix?...
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller gives a full show rundown and analysis of Smackdown including Kofi vs. KO, Super Showdown announcements, Lacey-Charlotte dispute, 24/7 Title changes, Shane McMahon Appreciation Night, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the weekly VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin (hosted by Wade Keller)." In this episode they begin with an in-depth reaction to the Jon Moxley (f/k/a Dean Ambrose) interview on Chris Jericho's podcast that dropped on Wednesday this week. Todd explains why this week has made him as optimistic about the future of the wrestling industry as he's been in nearly 20 years. Then Todd reviews the New Japan Super Junior tournament so far with a rave review of one standout star in particular along with lots of other praise. The next topic is Monday Night Raw and WWE Smackdown including trying to make sense of the Electric Chair segment with Sami Zayn saying "AEW" and whether it was a smart play, plus a review of the "squash the beef" line during the Memorial Day Tent Party with the Usos. They close with a preview of the NXT Takeover: Bridgeport line-up.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy who discusses Daniel Bryan's injury and the state of WWE's championship-level wrestler depth chart, Undertaker's Streak, WWE wrestlers leverage in the WWE Network era if PPV pay drops, Adam Rose, Authority Figures, John Cena-Rock, the WrestleMania 30 opening scene with hulk Hogan, Steve Austin, and The Rock, plus many backstage insights from his time with WWE.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Interview Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts. They preview AEW Double or Nothing including the price point and roster depth and mainstream buzz, the new 24/7 Title, NXT Takeover XXV line-up, the state of the WWE Women's Division since WrestleMania, Super Showdown, Dolph Ziggler's noteworthy return, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss the importance of Double or Nothing to AEW's future, the decline in Being the Elite viewership in the last year, the introduction of the 24/7 Title, Dolph Ziggler's return, Super Showdown controversy and what WWE should do about it, and has Vince McMahon benefited more from luck of timing than most people point to when discussing his supposed business genius.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with "Hardcore" Bob Holly, who covers a wide range of topics in the full TWO-AND-A-HALF HOUR interview including a previous VIP-exclusive Aftershow never offered free before. He covers a wide array of topics including how stiff is RVD, how would he react to change in PPV bonus payoff structure, how would he improve Tough Enough, did he face Southern stereotypes in WWE, current TNA, top rope headbutt dangers, and much much more in this expansive interview with live callers and email topics. This is the second of two installments.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: Firefly Funhouse, Reigns overexposure already, AEW-TNT, WWE ratings, Mid-Card Storylines, MITB cash-in rules, Courting non-fans, jobbers, and more. Then a bonus podcast follows the Mailbag as we present "Alan 4L's ProWres Paradise" with Alan Counihan, usually a VIP-exclusive weekly podcast covering the European, Japanese, and Mexican wrestling scenes. He is joined this week by Cubs Fan to discuss in-depth the career of the late Silver King who died during a match this past weekend. Then they talk Super Juniors and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk about the breaking news of TNT announcing that they have partnered with AEW to "begin airing weekly matches later this year," what was learned, what can be parsed from the press release, and more about AEW's prospects and the challenges they face. Also, the latest prospects for the XFL, the latest ratings news for WWE and Miz & Mrs, the Goldberg-Undertaker match, the Wildcard Rule so far, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with "Hardcore" Bob Holly, who covers a wide range of topics in the full TWO-AND-A-HALF HOUR interview including a previous VIP-exclusive Aftershow never offered free before. He covers a wide array of topics including how stiff is RVD, how would he react to change in PPV bonus payoff structure, how would he improve Tough Enough, did he face Southern stereotypes in WWE, current TNA, top rope headbutt dangers, and much much more in this expansive interview with live callers and email topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost and PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They answer emails on the following topics: AEW’s business model and how it might be less wrestler-empowering than once some envisioned, has UFC and MMA in general reached its peak in terms of mainstream acceptance as a sport, why does pro wrestling do contract signings on camera sometimes, does ratings matches take away from enjoying the product, should a five star system be changed to a 20 point system, what should be capitalized in pro wrestling writing especially as it relates to moves or stipulations, is Becky Lynch WWE’s top star and will she be blamed for this downtime the way Diesel is for the WWF stint he headlined, is the New Japan format of mostly undercard tag matches something worth WWE’s consideration, can AEW sustain major league looking TV events in terms of full arenas if their show is weekly, El Phantasmo-Ricochet marketing comparison, should WWE target wrestlers with personalizes and charisma first and teach them how to wrestles second, why does WWE create a weekly impression cards aren’t booked ahead of time on TV, is this Wildcard nonsense the most depressing attempt to spark interest in a failing product, have wrestling angles been direct ripoff of movies, what if Roman Reigns dropped in NXT today as a new prospect, should WWE create a top heel wrestler or faction, where does Jon Moxley fit into AEW’s roster, why doesn’t WWE treat new stars like the NBA does draft picks, would paying a wrestler $10 million and publicizing it create a big star, and will Aleister Black’s promos damage his Smackdown character?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, a special Wildcard Edition including analysis of Raw & Smackdown, what the XFL TV deal means to its future, NXT TV including Kushida, NJPW's Donkatu events last weekend, and the latest event analysis and previews from UFC and Bellator.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with Jim Ross, who covers a wide range of topics. This is the third and final installment of the four hour interview and features a previously VIP-exclusive portion of the interview in which Ross gives his thoughts on the finish of Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar including a big teaser about a bombshell Shawn Michaels will reveal next week about that match, plus did he always know the finishes of matches ahead of time when he called them. Also, these other big topics are covered: Should WWE give wrestlers systematic time off, how should WWE handle the changing revenue stream with PPVs and WWE Network when it comes to wrestler payoffs, stories about dealing with wrestlers upset with pay, how he handled payroll for wrestlers when he was in charge, if wrestlers are different in this era than 15 years ago, what big change he'd make in the structure of WWE, C.M. Punk, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an "Interview Friday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with Court Bauer, current MLW promoter, ex-WWE Creative Team member, and Podcast Network leader discussing a wide array of topics including YouTube's value to wrestlers and promoters, MLW's ongoing expansion, WWE's shrinking ratings and overall financial health, Vince McMahon, the XFL, AEW's place in market, and much more.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller gives a full show rundown and analysis of Smackdown including Kofi Kingston reacting to KO’s turn, Becky Lynch vs. Bayley, Roman Reigns vs. B-Team, Jeff Hardy announces he’ll be out with surgery, and more. Also, some talk of the alarmingly low Raw rating this week.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with Jim Ross, who covers a wide range of topics with hosts Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell including these topics: Life after WWE including his new live Q&A shows at theaters, WWE Network discussion, Chris Benoit's son getting into wrestling, does Chris Benoit belong in the WWE Hall of Fame, did he ever say no to a controversial angle or humiliating request, how does he feel about his role in presenting the impostor Undertaker and Razor Ramon, and many other topics. This is the first installment of a three-part, four hour interview session.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: Ronda Rousey's departure, Shayna Baszler's progress, Triple H running WWE compared to Vince McMahon, Post-Shake-up NXT roster evaluated, Undertaker-Starrcast controversy, Shinsuke Nakamura, Smackdown rating, Robert Roode makeover, Roman Reigns-Kofi Kingston dynamic, A.J. Styles on Raw, AEW target demo and rating, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk New Bray Wyatt, AEW Double or Nothing, the lack of a reboot for Roman Reigns post-WM, sloppy Superstar Shake-up execution, Dustin-Cody build, MLW's progress, YouTube viewership comparisons for AEW-MLW-Impact, Crockett Cup thoughts, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with former ECW Champion and WWE wrestler Justin Credible and former MLW promoter and WWE creative team member Court Bauer. They discuss a wide range of topics including Ultimate Warrior stories, ROH's new PPV deal, Extreme Rules line-up, Daniel Bryan's prospects as champion, TNA's Eric Young decision, looking at WWE's WM30 PPV figures and Network subscriptions, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost and PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss these topics: The state of WWE's women's division post shake-up including Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch, Lacey Evans, Asuka & Kairi Sane with Page, plus 205 Live call-ups, how Reigns on SD affects Kofi, wrestling reporting changes over the decades, whether AEW should scoop up departing and disgruntled WWE wrestlers, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin & Wade Keller." They talk in-depth about the Superstar Shake-up's major moves and analyze the depth chart on Raw and Smackdown on the heel and babyface sides of the rosters. They also walk through Raw and Smackdown segment by segment, plus close with some UFC analysis after a couple stand-out fights last weekend.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin with his thoughts on WrestleMania 30, backstage perspective on Ultimate Warrior and Mr. T this weekend, was his Hogan "Whoop Ass" line scripted, C.M. Punk's departure, Daniel Bryan's run, does he endorse Roman Reigns and Cesaro, his thoughts on the controversial refusal to job to Brock Lesnar years ago, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann of "The Deep Dive with Rich Fann" PWTorch Dailycast and the PWTorch East Coast Cast VIP version. They talk in-depth about the first title feud options for Becky Lynch, Seth Rollins, Kofi Kingston. Also, Rich's in-person WrestleMania Weekend highlights from MLW, NJPW-ROH, and more, plus NXT Call-up options and more.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller covers a variety of topics in the news including the latest WrestleMania additions, Ross signs with AEW, Raw & Smackdown ratings momentum update, Blood Sport reviews, Hogan-Beefcake, MSG-AAA, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: WrestleMania 35, John Oliver on HBO, Jim Ross-AEW, Superstar Shake-up, Ronda Rousey's WQWE legacy, XFL odds post-AAF, Batista, Triple H, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic Sunday episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE wrestler Zack Gowen, known best for having only one leg, but also notorious for how much he was despised by his WWE colleagues in the locker room in 2003. In this nearly two hour interview, he discusses his mistakes in 2003, the new documentary on his life including his rehab and recovery in recent years from drug addiction, and much more including early impressions of Brock Lesnar and John Cena in 2003, some Chris Benoit stories, backstage details on the Brock Lesnar attack angle that people remember to this day, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an "Interview Friday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy. They discuss WrestleMania 35 Weekend, key matches at WrestleMania 35 including top matches to look forward to, a professional comedian's take on the Braun Strowman vs. Colin Jost/Michael Che saga, the prospects of AEW and what their niche ought to be compared to WWE, some Titan Tower memories as WWE prepares to move its headquarters, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Cameron Hawkins of the PWTorch East Coast Cast. They cover these topics: The Kofi Kingston storyline headed into WrestleMania including this week's developments, Charlotte's surprise Smackdown Title win, the length of WrestleMania, The ROH/NJ G1 Supercard MSG final line-up, NXT Takeover New York, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic Saturday episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with new WWE Hall of Fame member Scott Hall discussing when he found out about the Hall of Fame, his recovery from addiction, and more. And then in part two, ex-WWE Creative Team member Chris DeJoseph joins the show with fascinating backstage insights on WrestleManias 21-26 plus WM30 and WM31 predictions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, the PWTorch senior columnist. They answer questions from listeners on these topics: Racist aspect of Kofi Kingston-Vince McMahon dynamic, if Becky Lynch had faced Ronda Rousey at Survivor Series would Charlotte be getting one-on-one against Ronda at WM, Walter-Pete Dunne at Takeover, is WrestleMania 35 line-up apathy deserved, are WWE storylines dragging on too long, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP podcast, "The Fix with Todd Martin." They discuss Raw and Smackdown in-depth including the latest WrestleMania 35 developments, react to A.J. Styles re-upping with WWE, reaction to the big Johnny Gargano-Tomasso Ciampa angle on NXT TV last week and the follow-up to Ciampa's injury regarding realigning Takeover New York, the disappointing ROH/NJPW G1 Supercard line-up taking shape, New Japan Cup update including the Will Ospreay push, the latest from Impact Wrestling including the Jonnny Impact turn and a rising star on the roster, and the latest UFC event review and preview, plus the T.J. Dillashaw news.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic Saturday episode from just over five years ago featuring Wade Keller's interview with ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini who gives eyewitness backstage stories on the Bret Hart-Shawn Michaels reconciliation in 2010, how did WWE handle C.M. Punk-Chicago and Undertaker-Brock Lesnar on Monday, looking ahead with Daniel Bryan after WrestleMania 30, how should wrestlers conduct themselves on social media and talk shows regarding protecting their character, and much more including calls and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They answer questions from listeners on these topics: Ronda Rousey's heel turn, did Roman Reigns return too soon, does Kofi Kingston have to win at WM, A.J. Styles-Randy Orton, Triple H-Batista, Becky Lynch damaged in last month or two, Hall of Fame drama, who from WWE could host SNL, Hardys-Usos, Shane McMahon, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net to discuss this week's hot topics in pro wrestling including WrestleMania's line-up depth and quality at this stage, a preview of the ROH 17th Anniversary PPV, AEW's TV deal speculation including the pros and cons of streaming options and how the Turner/WarnerMedia changes could affect things, Jeff Jarrett and Jim Ross status changes with WWE, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic Saturday episode from just over five years ago with former WWE Creative Team Member Court Bauer featuring his take on C.M. Punk's future with WWE, Daniel Bryan's push, prospective WrestleMania 30 line-ups, WWE Network chances, and more including live callers and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Friday PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Sam Roberts from the "Not Sam Wrestling Podcast" and panelist on the WWE Kickoff Shows. They discuss the top four matches in-depth, plus evaluate every match on the announced line-up, including an evaluation of the build-up for each match. They also predict which match will go on last and look ahead a bit to WrestleMania.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jonny Fairplay of Survivor fame to discuss this week's hot topics in pro wrestling including the fascinating Ronda Rousey-Becky Lynch Twitter war, King Kong Bundy, the Tomasso Ciampa injury, AEW's latest YouTube numbers and TV prospects, Kevin Owens as a babyface, Samoa Joe's U.S. Title win, The Shield reunion and Dean Ambrose's future, Mojo Rawley, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic Saturday episode from just over five years ago with Keller's interview with ex WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini featuring his take on the Punk-WWE departure, WrestleMania 30 line-up, will Bryan be better off because of last five months, is Batista's drawing power overrated, and more including live calls and email questions from VIP members.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Bruce Mitchell, the PWTorch senior columnist. They answer questions from listeners on these topics: Kofi Kingston's push, Kevin Owens' return, Vince McMahon-Hunter power dynamic, Samoa Joe, should Roman Reigns change name and look, The Shield, Daniel Bryan losing on TV as champion, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, the star of the weekly PWTorch VIP podcast "The Fix." They discuss Roman Reigns's return, Batista's return, Kevin Owens' return, Ronda Rousey-Stephanie McMahon, Matt Riddle in NXT, NXT TV review, latest NJPW happenings and looking ahead at Jay White's upcoming top match-ups, plus a UFC preview.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They talk about the NXT wrestler appearances on Raw and Smackdown, Drew McIntyre's push, Asuka's push, the futures of Sheamus and Cesaro, a shortage of returning legacy stars for WrestleMania season, why is Smackdown typically better than Raw, Steve Austin possibly adding to Becky Lynch act, letting fans "vote off" a match on a PPV line-up, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an "Interview Friday" edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with Rob Van Dam, a former top star with WWE, ECW, and WCW. In this interview, he talks about his new documentary "Headstrong" that came out this week. Topics include concussion issues and chairshots to the head, venturing into stand-up comedy, his future in pro wrestling, reading people's energy, WWE wrestlers who want to leave but don't for some reason, how he'd handle social media if it were around when he was just getting started, why there were zero pot references in his documentary, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They cover a wide range of topics including Kofi-Mania, AEW's sellout and their thoughts on AEW's rollout so far, WrestleMania 35 line-up options, NXT wrestlers on Raw & Smackdown and what it means and whether it was awful or terrible or actually okay, the state of ROH and Impact early in 2019, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic Saturday episode from just over five years ago with Keller's interview with "Hardcore" Bob Holly who has a passionate reaction to Daniel Bryan's poor push, insight into his Royal Rumble match against Brock Lesnar ten years ago, his thoughts on Batista as a rookie, reaction to the state of hardcore-style wrestling today, and much more including live caller questions and email questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Elimination Chamber PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jonny Fairplay of Survivor fame, TNA fame, and wrestling podcast fame who march through Sunday's event match by match, playing out scenarios for various winners in title matches including each wrestler or team in the Elimination Chambers, plus evaluate hype going into event.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost ex-WWE Creative Team member Jason Allen to discuss the Charlotte-Becky-Ronda-Vince drama this week, would WWE or AEW trade Seth and Kenny, can WWE heat up Seth Rollins vs. Brock Lesnar for WrestleMania, Mailbag questions, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Interview Classic Saturday episode from just over five years ago with Keller's two-hour-plus interview with A.J. Styles. Styles tells all about his future, what went wrong in TNA negotiations, whether Magnus is ready to be top guy, thoughts on Hogan & Bischoff, TNA's missed opportunities, his favorite opponents so far and his dream opponents in the future to his future, would he accept a name and gimmick change if he signed with WWE, could he take Batista in a shoot fight, and so much. This interview spans his entire career from his decision to not sign with WWE Developmental 12 years ago to the odds he returns to TNA. This is another must-listen, news making interview in our series of PWTorch Livecast interviews.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann from the "Deep Dive with Rich Fann" weekly podcast on the PWTorch Dailycast line-up. They answer questions on Charlotte-Becky-Rousey at WrestleMania 35, Ronda Rousey-Becky Lynch social media battles, Kurt Angle and Jason Jordan, John Cena vs. Daniel Bryan prospects for WM, justifying Triple H's multiple personalities on TV, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst from "The Fix with Todd Martin & Wade Keller" weekly VIP podcast. They discuss a wide array of topics including Halftime Heat and the Worlds Collide special on WWE Network over the weekend, analysis of key segments on Raw and Smackdown including the latest with Becky Lynch, Dean Ambrose, and Daniel Bryan, reaction to NXT TV, thoughts on ROH's 2019 booking vision taking shape, a review of New Japan's New Beginnings, assessing AEW so far as they roll out more signings and plans, and finally a review of last weekend's UFC event and a preview of this weekend's UFC PPV.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They answer questions on whether WWE should take Dean Ambrose off road now, Asuka ignored on Smackdown after retaining her title, the growing length of WWE PPVs, Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan, Abyss in WWE, Finn Balor vs. Daniel Bryan potential, could Bayley have been a red-hot Stone Cold-style character like Becky Lynch, and more. Also, a snippet of a vintage 1992 Pro Wresting Focus radio show hosted by Wade Keller with guest cohost Mark Madden and live callers talking about Hulk Hogan vs. Ric Flair and the Ultimate Warrior in the news.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Dean Ambrose departing WWE and his potential in AEW and its impact on WWE locker room, the new look of ROH in 2019, and many other topics including Daniel Bryan, Ronda Rousey, A.J. Styles, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They answer questions on these topics: Sasha Banks at the Rumble, Seth Rollins' promo on Raw, Trevor Lee signing with WWE, qualifying for the Rumble, dark long hair and beards, plus Royal Rumble origins and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an “Interview Friday” edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with NXT pre-show panelist Sam Roberts. They preview NXT Takeover and the WWE Royal Rumble including match by match predictions and hype analysis along with some potential dark horse Rumble winners.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a start to finish rundown of WWE Smackdown including Randy Orton’s return, Becky-Asuka-Charlotte, Daniel Bryan-Vince McMahon-A.J. Styles, Rey Mysterio vs. Andrade, Samoa Joe vs. Mustafa Ali, Naomi vs. Mandy Rose, Miz vs. Cesaro, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special double-header edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with both Interview Friday and Mailbag Friday. First Jonny Fairplay joins Wade to answer listener questions on C.M. Punk, EC3, Mandy-Uso, reasons for AEW optimism and pessimism, Miz-Shane McMahon, and more. Then Keller talks with DDP about his new book released this week called "Positively Unstoppable."
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP Analyst. They discuss the top talking points from Raw and Smackdown including the Jimmy Uso-Mandy Rose-Naomi hotel room segment, Finn Balor replacing Braun Strowman against Brock Lesnar and whether Balor fans should be hopeful for a win, John Cena's endorsement of Balor, Ronda Rousey-Nikki Bella, and much more. Also, thoughts on the Nigel special on WWE Network, a review of NXT UK Takeover, NXT TV, and Impact's debut on Pursuit, plus a preview of UFC's event this weekend.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics: AEW's future, Tony Khan-Dixie Carter comparisons, Undertaker's in-ring future, Hulk Hogan on Raw, Braun Strowman's downward spiral, unscripted promos in WWE, Kushida's future, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast. They discuss AEW Rally and the latest rumors and facts on their future, thoughts on the WWE Women's Division headed into the Royal Rumble and beyond, Smackdown and Raw highs and lows, Impact Homecoming, Hulk Hogan's return to Raw, the hype for the NXT call-ups, the continued WWE ratings woes, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" with Ken Resnick. Ken was Gene's understudy in the AWA who eventually would replace him as the main interviewer when Gene left for the WWF. Resnick would later follow Okerlund to the WWF. Resnick talks about learning from Gene by observing him and receiving advice. He also talks about what it was like in the AWA when Okerlund left, and how Okerlund received Ken when he arrived in the WWF a few years later. Ken also tells what is known as The Vince McMahon Mustache Story. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Greg Parks, a longtime PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of Wrestling Night in America. They present their respective Top Ten Stories of 2018 Lists and compare their similarities and differences, discussing in-depth each story and why it ranked as high as it did including these topics: Saudi Arabia, Fox TV deal, Ronda Rousey, All In & AEW, Roman Reigns cancer announcement, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Saturday bonus edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." In this episode, they answer questions on these topics: Big Show, predicting New Japan's foreign stars in three years, All Elite roster depth challenge, video game suggestions, Daniel Bryan, Raw/Nitro viewing habits, reasons for Vince McMahon's vision of pro wrestling, is Okada's IWGP Title run best ever and what others are on the list, ROH's new signees, Firing Squad in NJPW vs. WWE, Shelton Benjamin fans, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a truly fascinating "Interview Friday" with ex-WWE Creative Team Member Seth Mates who discusses in great depth and detail the original plans for the revamped World Hvt. Title in 2002, who was originally supposed to get the title, and how it ended up around the waist of Triple H, and what was supposed to happen then that didn't. Plus early Brock Lesnar stories and speculation on whether had he stuck around it would have affected John Cena's and Batista's pushes. Also, Michael Hayes, WrestleMania 30, the booking of Daniel Bryan, and so much more. This interview was conducted Dec. 20, 2013 and aired live originally. Today's "Interview Friday" makes available the VIP-exclusive Aftershow portion of the program for the first time for non-VIP members. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They discuss Raw including Todd trying to talk Wade into being more on board and at peace with Daniel Bryan's anti-consumerism/pro-environment heel character, the strength of the Ronda Rousey-Natalya match, Vince McMahon's discomfiting on-air performances, Andrade Cien Almas's lack of push, Mustafa Ali's considerable push and whether it's worth the investment, and much more. Then Todd's thoughts on the latest NXT TV show including the crowd reaction to Aleister Black lately. And then the Jon Jones-UFC 232 USADA mess, how it has affected Todd's own travels, and whom he thinks is most to blame for all of this. He also makes his picks for the fights on Saturday night's card in Las Vegas... I mean, Los Angeles.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Friday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They begin with their predictions and choices for the four major singles matches (men's & women's) at WrestleMania 35, is Seth Rollins really a top top act after latest performances on mic and in the ring, are the McMahons going to be on TV every week now, did Smackdown really need changes, can Rusev have an important U.S. Title run, how about Jim Cornette and Paul Heyman taking control of Raw and Smackdown, Baron Corbin forgetting his lines on Raw this week, could Raw and Smackdown go back to original Raw format with squash matches, the stupidity of the TLC rumors, wrestlers assembling together on TV in front of authority figures in heel and face factions, WWE could have signaled real change by calling wrestlers "wrestlers" instead of "Superstars," and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They begin with a discussion on Vince McMahon's "shake-up" and why so many are so let down by it, and then discuss the announced NXT call-ups, the ROH roster changes headed into 2019, and more current topics including Daniel Bryan, Becky Lynch, Ronda Rousey, WrestleMania, Brock Lesnar, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by cohost Jonny Fairplay to discuss WWE Monday Night Raw from Sacramento, Calif. including an on-site correspondent, mailbag, and in-person spoiler report on next week's episode. This is part two. Find part one on the red-brand Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show by searching "Wade Keller" in your podcast app which features the live caller portion recorded right after Raw ended.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Mailbag Saturday edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann from the PWTorch Livecast "Deep Dive with Rich Fann." They begin with a discussion on the full New Japan WrestleKingdom line-up being announced and some recommendations on the New Japan Tag League that just wrapped up with recommended matches to seek out. Then they answer mailbag questions on these topics: Asuka's presentation, Kurt Angle's future, Nia Jax promos, the Ruby Riot-Natalya angle with the Jim Neidhart table, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" with ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy with a preview of Sunday's WWE TLC event including Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte vs. Asuka, Daniel Bryan vs. A.J. Styles, Seth Rollins vs. Dean Ambrose, and more including backstage insights and anecdotes on the WWE creative process and Vince McMahon in particular. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann from the PWTorch Livecast "Deep Dive with Rich Fann." They begin with a discussion on industry reaction to record low Raw and Smackdown ratings including how fans who are critical are sometimes getting blamed for speaking out and not understanding the process, then a full preview of the WWE TLC PPV line-up and then a preview of the full ROH Final Battle PPV line-up.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Saturday" with a new interview with former WWE Creative Team member Dave Lagana who looks ahead to 2019 changes with All Elite Wrestling, the latest on the NWA, ROH signings, declining WWE ratings, Dynamite Kid memories, more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" looking at the career of Larry "The Axe" Hennig with AWA historian and "Minnesota's Golden Age of Wrestling" book author George Schire providing an introductory career overview for about 45 minutes including details of his recent local gathering in his hometown that George attended with Larry and his family. Then we shift to an hour-long interview PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell and PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted this past July at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame weekend in Waterloo, Iowa with both Larry "The Axe" Hennig and "Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff in front of a live studio audience. It might have been Larry's final interview ever.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP Analyst. They start with an in-depth look at the career and the lasting industry influence of Dynamite Kid. Then they talk New Japan Tag League, Smackdown and Raw including The New Daniel Bryan, Becky-Charlotte-Asuka, Ronda Rousey, Dean Ambrose, Drew McIntyre-Dolph Ziggler, and more, and finally NXT talk including the finish of Lars Sullivan vs. Keith Lee.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Friday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell answering Mailbag questions including these topics: Becky-Charlotte-Rousey options, can Cody be centerpiece star of a national company, can Asuka be embraced by Vince McMahon as a top star, ROH post-Elite departures, and more... Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They talk about All Elite Wrestling's prospects and how it'll affect ROH, Impact, NJPW, NXT, plus ROH's Final Battle PPV line-up and how ROH is set-up for 2019 with so many top stars departing and additions that could make up some of the losses.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" with a flashback to five years ago this weekend with “Stone Cold” Steve Austin. This is part two of two. The first half dropped yesterday. This second half of the interview includes whether WWE has reacted to his popular podcast, plus a long discussion on the birth of Austin 3:16 with a walk through the ups & downs and frustrations of the six months that followed his King of the Ring breakout promo, along with some emails on other topics including a potential John Cena heel turn, thoughts on today’s scene, Jim Ross’s treatment on WWE TV, concussions concerns, chair shots to the head, his no-showing in Atlanta, where his career would have gone had he stayed in WCW, did the Attitude Era get too violence, does he regret the Stunner on Stacy Keibler, what he thinks when he watches today’s wrestlers, will he return at WrestleMania 30 and is it inevitable he has a return match, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" with a flashback to five years ago this weekend with “Stone Cold” Steve Austin. This is part one of two. The second half will be available tomorrow. This two-hour-plus interview includes live callers during the first hour with a wide range of topics on current events and his career including his relationship with Hulk Hogan, will he wrestle again, the value of different body types, his impressions of entering podcasting world, his thoughts on scripted promos, instances of being edited on WWF TV, the value of wrestling in different territories, and more.
Part two tomorrow features a full hour of email topics and a long discussion walking through the six months after his famous Austin 3:16 King of Ring promo and the roller coaster ride when he really began to take off. Topics include a potential John Cena heel turn, thoughts on today’s scene, Jim Ross’s treatment on WWE TV, concussions concerns, chair shots to the head, his no-showing in Atlanta, where his career would have gone had he stayed in WCW, did the Attitude Era get too violence, does he regret the Stunner on Stacy Keibler, what he thinks when he watches today’s wrestlers, will he return at WrestleMania 30 and is it inevitable he has a return match, and much more.
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and WWE Kickoff Show panelist. They discuss the major happenings with Ronda Rousey-Charlotte-Becky Lynch this last week, Daniel Bryan's heel turn, and their picks for the top matches at WrestleMania 35 for the major titles with a look at various realistic and wildcard options, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck who previews Survivor Series, reacts to Becky Lynch injury, Charlotte-Rousey, Bryan's heel turn, Lesnar-Bryan prospects, and backstage insights. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller reviews WWE Raw start to finish including Smackdown wrestlers invade Raw, Becky Lynch bleeds and gets babyface pop, Braun Strowman strikes deal with Stephanie McMahon, Drew McIntyre comments on destruction of Kurt Angle last week, Dean Ambrose finally speaks, and more Survivor Series hype.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Friday Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell answering Mailbag questions including these topics: If not Triple H who should Batista wrestle, who is candidate to be African-American WWE World Champ, Drew on verge of championship, is Triple H hurt by Crown Jewel, Hogan, Merge Title or More Titles, Becky upside, Kairi Sane, Omega fill Reigns slot. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They talk Survivor Series line-up taking shape, should A.J. Styles beat Brock Lesnar, a reshuffled Raw roster without Roman Reigns and with several turns, the futures of the Young Bucks, Cody, and Kenny Omega and whether there's room for a new number two in the U.S., and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a bonus episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch Livecast host Rich Fann answering Mailbag questions including these topics: Crown Jewel controversy, being embarrassed to be a wrestling fan, WWE exploiting Roman Reigns diagnosis, Charlotte's moonsault, Beer Money in WWE, Becky Lynch, Braun-Brock, Women's Tag Division, Luke Harper, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini with a 100 percent focus on women's wrestling in WWE. First, he provides behind the scenes insights on the time he worked behind the scenes in WWE for a couple years in the 2009-2010 area which included Mickie James, Alicia Fox, the Bellas, Beth Phoenix, Eve, Kelly Kelly, Gail Kim, among others. He talks about the attitude towards women's wrestling then and how women felt about how they were utilized. Then we review each match at Evolution and look at match order, what's next for Ronda Rousey, his take on the booking of Becky Lynch, and much more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Rich Fann of the "Deep Dive" edition of the PWTorch Livecast and VIP East Coast Cast. They discuss the breaking Hulk Hogan Crown Jewel news, how much praise do John Cena and Daniel Bryan deserve this week, will Becky Lynch be hurt by the Ronda Rousey match, Cody's future, Brand Supremacy nonsense headed into Survivor Series, Evolution thoughts, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a bonus episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with Jason Allen, an ex-WWE Creative Team member. They discuss the prospects of Undisputed Era getting involved with DX, the upside of Ricochet compared to Velveteeen Dream on the main roster, could Brock Lesnar beat Braun Strowman to set up a Seth Rollins WWE Title win, any chance Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch closes out Evolution, examining Roman Reigns's fan reaction compared to backstage personality, might WWE have women tone down action to protect Rousey-Nikki Bella and is that done in other circumstances, plus Smackdown 1000 video package choices. Then a bonus section at the end featuring our Mae Young Podcast crew reviewing this week's Mae Young semi-finals and setting up and previewing Sunday's Evolution match. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team member Jason Allen previewing Evolution, reaction to Saudi Arabia news, thoughts on Roman Reigns leukemia announcement and how that affects the Raw babyface roster, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They discuss the lay of the land on Raw considering the main event scene changing without Roman Reigns. Also thoughts on the Ronda Rousey-Bellas segment, the DX segment, and a full preview of Evolution. Then they answer Mailbag questions on a range of topics including New Japan's Top Ten Heavyweights rankings, more on Reigns and Dean, and other topics. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a bonus episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They cover these topics: How damaged is ROH if Cody & Bucks leave? Why aren't Trish & Lita getting big crowd pops? Can fans make a difference by not watching Crown Jewel? Did Edge help turn fans against Becky? Renee-Dean dynamic? Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring the author of "TrumpMania," Lavie Margolin, covering the entire Vince McMahon-Donald Trump relationship over the decades all the way through election night fallout with WWE talent and Linda McMahon being appointed to President Trump's cabinet. Topics include the history of their relationship dating back to the Trump Plaza hosted WrestleManias, the current Crown Jewel controversy that intertwines them again, their pro football ventures and how the USFL and XFL are the same and different, their personal commonalities and differences in terms of their family backgrounds and what motivates and drives them, the Jesse Ventura factor, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon and support Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They start by addressing the very latest with the WWE Crown Jewel controversy regarding Saudi Arabia, the future of Impact after big drops in viewership lately and the change to a later timeslot on Pop, a preview of the NWA 70th Anniversary Show, Nick Aldis's future, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring veteran wrestler and current Impact World Hvt. Chamion Austin Aries who talks about Johnny Impact controversy on Twitter, when does a promo get too personal, guarding his vegan catering section, what makes a match good, his time in WWE and NXT, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jonny Fairplay from the Survivor NSFW podcast discussing Johnny Impact-Austin Aries Bound for Glory main event hype including the social media battle and TV promo, John Morrison on CBS Survivor so far, ideal Ronda Rousey booking, the Bobby Lashley-Kevin Owens match on Raw, whether WrestleMania's prestige is taking a hit because Saudi Arabia is luring big stars to return for their shows instead, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring veteran wrestler "Hurricane" Shane Helms. They hit a wide range of topics including All In's impact on the industry, details on wrestler-agent/producer dynamic behind the scenes, fan and social media interaction, Impact, ROH, 3 Count, Tank Abbott, how today's wrestlers breaking in differ from those 25 years ago, his impression of the WWE Performance Center after his recent visit there, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcast. This week they stick to a single theme - an in-depth preview of Saturday's Super Show-down including evaluating the hype going in, match predictions, and where things go from there including Undertaker vs. Triple H, A.J. Styles vs. Samoa Joe, The Shield vs. Braun Strowman & Drew McIntyre & Dolph Ziggler, Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring veteran wrestler Al Snow who has worked just about everywhere including most recently behind the scenes and on TV for Impact Wrestling. He talks about the ups and downs of Impact in recent years and Bruce Prichard's influence on the company. He also discusses purchasing OVW and what his plans are for that promotion. Also, how are young wrestlers entering the business different today than when he started. And more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com. Get a free Harry's Razor Kit (a $13 value) by going to www.Harrys.com/pwtorch.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Todd Martin who is the star of "The Fix with Todd Martin" weekly VIP podcast. They discuss Raw, Smackdown, NXT, Mae Young, and New Japan happenings, plus preview ROH's PPV this weekend, examines the controversial reinstatement of Jon Jones, and answers mailbag questions on Samoa Joe-A.J. Styles, "receipts" in wrestling rings, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special "Friday Mailbag" edition with guest Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They cover these topics brought up by listeners via email: Does WWE adjust based on NFL or Emmys? Did Evolution get created to combat woman-free Saudi shows? What's next for Shelton? Can WWE gets fans focused on product instead of booking? Will A.J. Styles break C.M. Punk's record and will Samoa Joe fall back in the pack? Which past color commentators is Corey Graves inspired by? Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They discuss the frustrating push of Roman Reigns and speculate on the long-term impact of All In. There's also some MLW conversation and other topics.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck previewing Hell in a Cell from top to bottom including extended discussions on Becky Lynch's character, Braun Strowman's heel turn, Asuka's portrayal, the pros and cons of a long title reign for Samoa Joe or A.J. Styles after HIAC, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost Jonny Fairplay. They discuss WWE's overwhelming number of events they're promoting at once, the latest on Becky Lynch's character and whether she's an anti-hero, whether Samoa Joe's storytime worked, Roman Reigns' possible WrestleMania opponents, All In and what lessons it offers the larger wrestling industry, where NXT fits into the landscape, Renee Young on commentary, Hell in a Cell speculation, and more including Mailbag questions.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special "Mailbag" with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They answer email questions on these topics: Becky-Charlotte storyline, Strowman-Wyatt-Harper, Survivor Series brand vs. brand, what if All In disappointed, Trish Stratus return hype compared to Triple H-Undertaker match hype, Trish or the Bella Twins a bigger deal in WWE history, and more. NOTE: This show was originally scheduled to be posted on Aug. 31, but due to a technical issue wasn't recovered from a failed hard drive until this week.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring Justin Roberts who talks to Keller about what made All In and Starrcast weekend his favorite weekend as a fan or ring announcer in the wrestling business. What was different from WWE in terms of the mood among wrestlers and the buzz among fans? What did he think at ringside as time was running out on the main event? What is next for everyone involved in All In? How did Starrcast compare to WWE Fan Axxess events he was part of? And much more... Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special "Thursday Roundtable" edition of the WKPWP Flagship with guest analysts Zack Heydorn from PWTorch.com and Chris Harrington from WrestleNomics radio. They delve into the Business side and Artistic side of the All In and Starrcast weekend, evaluating the success of the show in both categories, including some considerable overlapping. What's next for Cody and The Young Bucks? Is the WGN rating a good sign or not? Did the production values send a certain message? What did the crowd say about pro wrestling today outside of WWE? And much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss the top stories of the week including big developments with Kevin Owens and Braun Strowman, what are the odds of Cody, The Young Bucks, and Kenny Omega ending up on WrestleMania next year, thoughts on what's at stake at All In on Saturday night, is Brie Bella hurting Daniel Bryan's popularity, Hell in a Cell developments including Randy Orton vs. Jeff Hardy, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" with Sam Roberts from the NXT and WWE Kickoff Shows and the "Not Sam Wrestling Podcast" as they discuss Summerslam Fallout and talk NXT Takeover including what's next for The Shield and whether some good moves were made this past weekend, Charlotte-Becky Lynch, Adam Cole-Ricochet, Velveteen Dream-EC3, and much more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Member Matt McCarthy who previews the top matches and storylines at Summerslam and then NXT Takeover. He shares stories about working behind the scenes in WWE and how it shapes how he looks at today's product including how storylines lately have been constructed and how promos are written. They go in-depth on Miz, Roman Reigns, Daniel Bryan, Ronda Rousey, Shayna Baszler, and more. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Todd Martin, a VIP Audio analyst. They begin with Todd’s take on the conclusion of the New Japan G1 Climax Tournament and the pros and cons of the choice to go with Hiroshi Tanahashi, but the strength of how they did it once they made that call. Also, is there any pushback by those who believe someone else should have won. Then a rundown of top angles and promos on Raw and Smackdown framed around a match-by-match preview of Summerslam.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring Tony Schiavone who talks about Sting's rise, WCW management changes and growth, color commentators, Gorilla Monsoon, wrestling media coverage, anecdotes about color commentators he worked with, and much more. This is part two of two. Support PWTorch when you shop Amazon by starting at www.pwtorch.com/amazon. Become a PWTorch VIP member where all of our podcasts go ad-free plus you get tons of VIP-exclusive podcasts daily and thousands of hours of archives at www.pwtorchvipinfo.com.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast and ProWrestling.net. They discuss the All In line-up and distribution channels, does it matter to fans how involved ROH is, where might the Brock Lesnar-Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman saga be headed, early thoughts on the Summerslam and Takeover line-ups, Miz & Mrs thoughts, and the Mailbag including Asuka's push, Mae Young Classic, NXT's strengths, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Greg Parks, host of the PWTorch Livecast "Wrestling Night in America" and PWTorch Newsletter columnist. They discuss these topics: Brock Lesnar-Roman Reigns scenarios at Summerslam, NXT Takeover taking shape, New Japan G1 analysis, "Nitro" book review, Cedric Alexander & Tye Dillinger apologies for old tasteless Tweets, and finally the Mailbag including Becky Lynch, First-Time Match Obsession, Randy Orton, Automatic Rematches, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring "Diamond" Dallas Page. DDP talks to Keller about his WWE Performance Center visit last week including Cain Velasquez, Shawn Michaels, William Regal, and more. He also compares the Performance Center to the 1990s WCW Power Plant and how young wrestlers today are different and similar to young wrestlers in the 1990s.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Todd Martin featuring an in-depth review of new Nitro book, strong opinions on the Evolution announcement on WWE Raw, reaction to the reaction to Hulk Hogan's bad apology, G1 thoughts, Matt Riddle's WWE prospects, and a full Impact Wrestling Slammiversary PPV review.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. In this episode, they discuss these topics: Hulk Hogan's return to WWE and locker room visit, MSG hosting ROH/New Japan Show WrestleMania weekend, SummerSlam Universal Title situation, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring Sam Roberts as they preview Extreme Rules including the pros and cons of match order, plus Summerslam forecast and behind scenes at WWE Kickoff Shows.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Rich Fann from "The Deep Dive" PWTorch Livecast and East Coast Cast VIP edition. In this episode, they discuss these topics: Brock Lesnar's Universal Title reign and UFC/WWE situation, Jim Ross's New Japan injury controversy, NJPW Cow Palace special on AXS, Cody's potential return to WWE, the scary Takahashi injury, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring Cody who discusses facing Kenny Omega this Saturday night live on New Japan's event in San Francisco at the Cow Palace airing live on AXS TV, will there be an All In 2, will he return to WWE, how has he adjusted to being a promoter, his thoughts on Vince McMahon and Triple H, the blunt thing he told the Young Bucks about their ring style, building a fan base outside of WWE, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Todd Martin from "The Fix with Todd Martin & Wade Keller" (a weekly PWTorch VIP exclusive podcast). They discuss in-depth the Jay Lethal ROH Title win and why Todd is against the move. They compare Lethal being defined a certain way early in his career and how Bret Hart's journey to WWF main events in the 1990s is similar and different. Then Todd previews the New Japan event Saturday night in San Francisco at the Cow Palace which airs live on AXS, reviews the first post-Takeover episode of NXT TV, and then reacts to top segments on Raw and Smackdown this week including Roman Reigns-Bobby Lashley, Team Hell No, Jeff Hardy vs. Miz, Pancakes-Sanity, and Braun Strowman-Kevin Owens.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special "Mailbag Friday" with cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss the 20th anniversary of the Hell in a Cell Undertaker vs. Mick Foley match, Brock Lesnar's inactivity, Roman Reigns's vest, Rey Mysterio's WWE dream match potential, pro wrestling's creepiest smile, women's division problems, Smackdown's move to Friday, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the "Thursday Flagship" with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They evaluate WWE's list of their Pop-Culture Icons in their press releases on the new TV deals this week. Does Triple H belong? How about the Bellas? Who was left off? Plus Extreme Rules developments and a look at the line-up, plus a preview of ROH's PPV this Friday.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Flagship Friday" with PWTorch Newsletter columnist and PWTorch Livecast host Greg Parks. They dive into the topic of Greg's feature column in this week's PWTorch Newsletter looking at the path to Summerslam for the top two men's titles on Raw and Smackdown. They begin looking at the surprise Rusev vs. A.J. Styles title match at Extreme Rules and then what the options are after that for Summerslam. Then they look at the various candidates to enter and win the multi-man match at Extreme Rules and where Braun Strowman's MITB briefcase fits in. Then they answer some Mailbag questions from listeners including the prospects of the All In crew working with WWE, should Takeovers move away from the same weekend as WWE PPVs, should WWE talk more about NXT Title reigns when wrestlers move to Raw and Smackdown, Sanity's Smackdown debut, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Thursday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team Member Kevin Eck. Eck worked behind the scenes in WWE from 2011 to 2014. In this show, he talks current events from this past week but sprinkles relevant anecdotes and insights from his time in WWE about Vince McMahon, the creative process, the women's division, and some specific wrestlers. Topics covered include the multi-man match at Extreme Rules and whether Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar is something fans will accept as a Summerslam main event if that happens, his frustration with Carmella's push, Vader's legacy, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team Member Jason Allen on the ten year anniversary of his time with WWE in 2008. In this third and final installment, he expands on the John Cena "Poopy" moment with JBL's limo and describes the backstage reaction he faced after doing that. He also talked about Freddie Prinze Jr. on the creative team, the Legacy trio with Ted DiBiase, Cody Rhodes, and Randy Orton, his on-camera debut at Extreme Rules and what went really wrong, working on the creative side with Bruce Prichard and Michael Hayes, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch VIP Analyst Todd Martin for the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast weekly Thursday Flagship. They focus on three prime topics: C.M. Punk's latest UFC fight, his future in MMA and pro wrestling, how Vince McMahon, fans, and other wrestlers might look at him differently now, and whether he was delusional to think he could be a legit MMA fighter. Then they discuss NXT Takeover with a preview of this Saturday night's show in Chicago along with a look at the latest hype on NXT TV. And finally, Todd gives an in-depth review of Kenny Omega vs. Okada and Naito vs. Chris Jericho from the New Japan Dominion event.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team Member Jason Allen on the ten year anniversary of his time with WWE in 2008 talks about when he realized life as a WWE writer might not have been a good long-term fit including a conversation on a plane with Mick Foley about his doubts, plus insights into some happenings in WWE in 2008 including John Cena's "Poopy" incident with JBL's limo, the Mike Adamle disaster, insight into Vince McMahon's quirky Million Dollar Giveaway on Raw and how people reacted internally, did writers check out online reviews of their shows, how it was difficult to watch veteran wrestlers be a shell of themselves backstage when the cameras were off, and much more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jonny Fairplay of "Survivor" fame and TNA to discuss hot topics in pro wrestling this week including a long discussion at the start about Shawn Michaels's tease of a one-time nostalgia comeback. Who should he face on the current WWE roster? The pros of cons of just about every option. Also, some talk about John Morrison/Johnny Nitro/Johnny Impact/Johnny Mundo/Johnny Island being a contestant on the next season of Survivor and how Fairplay believes he'll do given his personality and athletic skills. Then they talk about what WWE could do special for the first Smackdown on Fox in 15 month, Jonny's experience at Smackdown TV last week, and then the Mailbag including questions about New Day, Shayna Baszler-Dakota Kai, Big Cass camera angles, Ronda Rousey, and more. Also, some notes about the Jonny's conversation with production crew members about how Smackdown moving to Fridays changes things.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring ex-WWE Creative Team Member Jason Allen on the ten year anniversary of his time with WWE in 2008 talking about life as a writer, how he got his job, what it was like on the first day, how he adapted to the lifestyle, why it came to an end, and various fascinating anecdotes about the creative process and big names he worked with.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net with a focus on the impact of the Fox-WWE Smackdown deal on WWE, Impact, Indy Scene, plus Roman Reigns taking the week off, Roseanne controversy affected WWE's scripted promos and social media, and more.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents "Interview Friday" featuring Sam Roberts & Keller discussing the many ramifications of the new WWE TV deal with Fox, assess the Superstar Shake-up so far and which wrestlers and which brand seem to have benefited the most, plus they predict the Money in the Bank match order.