PWPonderings Podcast Network: Recent Episodes
James Lascuola , Luis Perez, W34pon X, Chris GST, and More
PWP Podcasts is the official Podcast of PWPonderings.com. On PWP Podcasts you will find a variety of shows, each with a different emphasis. Our Weekly Newscasts cover major indy wrestling results, upcoming shows, & discuss broad topics within indy wrestling. The Interview Show has many prestigious guests from within the indy wrestling scene. The Podcast of Honor focuses on Ring of Honor while VIVA CHIKARA is your one stop show for everything within the CHIKARA universe. We also occasionally have PWP Xtra where we go into in depth conversations with either wrestlers, bookers, or management of various promotions and get their opinion on major topics. PWPonderings.com is focused on bringing INDY wrestling to everyone. Please check out PWPonderings.com for all of our written content and of course contact us at mailbag@PWPonderings.com with your questions or comments.
Luis, Don, and Chris are here to discuss the PWPonderings 2024 selections for various categories including:
Male Wrestler of the Year
Female Wrestler of the Year
Tag Team of the Year
Moment of the Year
Feud of the Year
Promotion of the Year
Show of the Year
plus predictions on who to look out for in 2025
In this exclusive interview with Joey Janela, I sit down with him to talk about his upcoming WrestleMania weekend plans. We also speak about his upcoming match with Megan Bayne that will be airing on Sunday via IWTV on the Beyond Wrestling "Shamrock Slam" show. We also speak about his opinion on intergender wrestling, what's next for him, his infamous rooftop spot with Zandig, and so much more. Joey Janela Socials: Twitter: / janelababy Instagram: / thebadboyjoeyjanela Merch: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/badb... Scott's Scoop socials: Twitter: / scott44mitchell Instagram: / scott44mitchell Facebook: / scottsscoop
It’s a two hour jumbo sized edition of the show this week as Jerome Cusson is talking to a smorgasbord of guests on the show. First, it’s Dave Prazak and Allison Danger talking all about Shimmer, which is forthcoming this Saturday and Sunday afternoon/evening in Berwyn, Illinois. Then Tom Green talks the first ever School of Roc show taking place in LaFayette, Indiana. For those who have never seen the competitors this is a great opportunity to learn about a wonderful project in indy wrestling. Then it’s Jake Manning’s turn to discuss the Dynamite Kid Kickstarter. If you like supporting indy wrestling, this is the show for you.
A PWP Throwback, these are podcasts dating all the way back to 2009 when the site first started. This is from Aug 2009 featuring two interviews and a review of A Reign of Violence 2009.
Tweek and Dash aka the Phoenix Twins and Silas Young join Jerome.
In an exclusive interview with PWPondering’s Scott Mitchell (@Scott44Mitchell), Amira (@AmiraIsWrestler) sits down to talk about how she got into wrestling, breaking on to the independent wrestling scene, being nominated as a Rookie of the Year candidate, her time at Prestige Wrestling, and so much more.
In an exclusive interview with PWPondering's Scott Mitchell (@ScottsScoop44), Nat Castle (@Nat_Castle_) sits down to talk about her debut, the unveiling of the brand new Create A Pro Women's Championship, the upcoming tournament to crown the first-ever Create A Pro Women's Champion, becoming Latina Spice, and so much more.
In my latest interview with Ava Everett, we speak about how she got started in wrestling, when/why she began training, her time at Blitzkrieg! Pro, and so much more.
From 2013 This week, Rickey Shane Page joins Kevin to talk about his wrestling fandom. RSP discusses becoming a fan as a kid, moving into backyard wrestling, transitioning into actual training and the Ohio wrestling scene, some of his bigger feuds in AIW, and of course, the Extravaganza! Also discussed in the controversial topic of deathmatch wrestling. Why does Rickey enjoy these matches? What about it’s perception in the wrestling world? RSP has done a lot, and he and Kevin cover just about all of it.
W34ponX and Luis Perez are back with a special edition of The Newscast. They are joined by PWPonderings’ own Don Halliwell. The three discuss their picks for the best in independent wrestling in 2022. The year’s best wrestlers, promotions, shows, matches, feuds, big news stories, and much more!
This week, James Lascuola sits down with former WWF Hall of Famer, Sidney Bakabella. They discuss “World Class” Channing Thomas, Americanrana ‘22: Blackout, Wrestling Open, IWTV’s The Life Of, and much more! You can see Sidney in action as he faces Swoggle at Americanrana ‘22: Blackout on August 21st at 7 PM EDT on IWTV.
James Lascuola and W34ponX come together for a special interview with AIW’s John Thorne. They discuss AIW during The Pandemic, returning to regular shows, the 2022 JLIT Tournament, and much more! You can catch both nights of the 2022 JLIT Tournament on August 19th and 20th on IWTV.
After a hiatus, The Newscast has returned! James Lascuola and Luis Perez come together to run down an eventful Game Changer Wrestling Homecoming Weekend. As well as a preview of a stacked weekend of shows from GCW, Beyond Wrestling, AIW, West Coast Pro, and more!
This week, James Lascuola sits down with "The Root of All Evil" Charles Mason. They discuss Charles' feud with Everett Conners & Charli Evans, Limitless Wrestling's Vacationland Cup, Charles' upcoming HOG Crown Jewel Title defense against Joey Janela, and much more! You can catch Charles Mason as he faces Charli Evans during JCW's After Hours 2 on August 13th at 11:30 PM EDT on GCW's YouTube.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with "The Root of All Evil" Charles Mason. They discuss Charles' feud with Everett Conners & Charli Evans, Limitless Wrestling's Vacationland Cup, Charles' upcoming HOG Crown Jewel Title defense against Joey Janela, and much more! You can catch Charles Mason as he faces Charli Evans during JCW's After Hours 2 on August 13th at 11:30 PM EDT on GCW's YouTube.
James Lascuola and Luis Perez come together with IWTV's Dylan Hales for a special interview and recap. They discuss Uncharted Territory's 4th Season as well as run down the 2022 Scenic City Invitational! You can watch both Season 4 of Uncharted Territory and all of SCI Weekend anytime on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with “The Afro Punk” Trish Adora. They discuss the Pan Afrikan, World Diaspora Wrestling World Championship, SCI 2022, Prestige Wrestling, facing LuFisto at Americanrana 2022, and much more! You can catch Trish in action as she faces Masha Slamovich in Round 1 of the 2022 Scenic City Invitational on August 5th at 7:30 PM EDT on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with 2019 Scenic City Invitational winner, Daniel Makabe. They discuss Canada’s indie scene, Daniel’s trilogy with Arik Royal, SCI 2022, his IWTV The Life Of documentary, and much more! You can catch Daniel in the first round of SCI 2022 against Damyan Tangra on August 5th at 7:30 PM EST on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with the longest reigning IWTV Independent Wrestling World Champion, WARHORSE. They discuss, WARHORSE’s IWTV Title reign, working with AEW, Glory Pro, wrestling Hiromu Takahashi, and much more! You can catch WARHORSE in action as he faces Ethan Page at Glory Pro’s STL Vice on July 24th at 4 PM EST on YouTube.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with “The Rocketwheel” Jack Cartwheel. They discuss GCW, LA Fights, Lucha Libre AAA, Debuting in Japan, and much more! You can catch Jack as he faces “Speedball” Mike Bailey at GCW’s Back 2 The Bay on July 17th at 8 PM EST on FITE.
This week, James Lascuola talks to former IMPACT Wrestling X Division Champion, “The Firestarter” Jake Crist. They discuss Jake cutting ties with IWA Midsouth, Jake’s two decade career, Circle 6, Wrestling REVOLVER and much more! You can catch Jake Crist in action in a Bunkhouse Brawl against Mance Warner at REVOLVER’s Cage of Horrors on July 9th on FITE.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with ICW No Hold Barred star, Kasey Kirk. They discuss The Kirks Couples Invitational, Kasey's Deathmatch career, ICW No Holds Barred, and much more! You can catch her during Night 1 of ICW's Deathmatch Circus as she and Brandon Kirk take on Krule on July 1st at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
James Lascuola & W34ponX come together to talk to GCW Owner, Brett Lauderdale. They discuss GCW’s recent shows in New York and Providence, GCW’s current schedule, the signing of Nick Gage, Brett responds to the recent article: Is GCW Doing Too Much?, criticisms towards the company, and much more!
This week, James Lascuola sits down with one of the minds behind Deathmatch Downunder, “The Smash Hit” Joel Bateman. They discuss DMDU’s first year, Joel’s tour of the US, ICW No Holds Barred, and much more! You can catch Joel in action against Cole Radrick at Marcus Mathers’ All I Want on June 23rd at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
*Note: this interview was conducted before it was announced that Bateman will be challenging Eric Ryan for the ICW No Holds Barred American Deathmatch Championship at ICW NHB 27.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with “The Business” Billy Dixon. They discuss Black & LGBTQ Representation, Billy’s decision to retire, Pride & Vibe Weekend, and much more! You can catch Billy Dixon in action against Darius Carter as a part of Pride & Vibe Weekend on June 17th and 18th at 7 PM EST on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola talks to wrestling’s “International Pop Star” B3CCA. They discuss wrestling during the pandemic, her injury in Europe, Limitless Wrestling, Beyond Wrestling, and much more! You can see B3CCA in action as she takes on Allie Katch at Beyond Wrestling’s Please Come Back 3 on Sunday, June 12th at 3 PM EST on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola talks to the current GCW Ultraviolent Champion, John Wayne Murdoch. They discuss GCW, competing in the first ever COS Match, Tournament of Survival 7, ICW No Holds Barred and much more! You can catch John in COS against Alex Colon on June 5th at 5 PM EST on FITE.
This week, James Lascuola talks to former AEW star Jack Evans. They discuss his time in AEW, his return to the indies at VxS, Prestige Wrestling, GCW and much more! You can catch Jack Evans' return bout at VxS Better Off Dying on May 26th at 11 PM EST on FITE. You can also see him on both nights of Prestige Wrestling's Roseland 3 on May 28th & 29th at 10 PM EST on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola talks to “The Trash with The ‘Stache” Bam Sullivan. They discuss working with GCW, JCW, H2O, Tremont’s Tag Team Deathmatch Tournament, and much more! You can catch Bam in action during Tremont’s Tag Team Deathmatch Tournament live on May 21st at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with "The Protagonist of Professional Wrestling" Kidd Bandit. They discuss LGBTQ+ representation in wrestling, Bandit's rookie year, working with AEW, training with The Nightmare Factory, their upcoming trip to the UK, and much more! You can catch Kidd Bandit live against YDNB's Ellis Taylor at NFW's Another Way Out on May 13th at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with Ashton Starr. They discuss LGBTQ+ representation in wrestling, the Southeast First movement, his upcoming ACTION Wrestling and Southern Underground Pro title matches, and much more. You can see him challenge Kevin Ku for the ACTION Wrestling Championship on Friday night May 6th on IWTV. Tune in to the Uncharted Territory Season 4 premiere on Monday May 9th to see him challenge Alec Price for the SUP Bonestorm Championship.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with the leader of Arte, Ava Everett. They discuss her recent tour of wXw, her feud with Love Doug, Wrestling Open, and much more! You can see her as she takes on Little Mean Kathleen on Thursday night, April 28th at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with “The First Lady of Professional Wrestling” Maria Kanellis Bennett. They discuss her time as an executive in Ring of Honor, potential talks with Tony Khan, her current role in IMPACT Wrestling, the launch of her promotion Women’s Wrestling Army, and much more! WWA debuts at Fete Music Hall in Providence, RI on Sunday, May 1st at 7 PM EST.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with one of the creators of Terminus Wrestling, “The EmpBruh” Baron Black. They discuss the launch of Battle Slam, their upcoming debut event, the featured talent and much more! Battle Slam debuts with Battle Slam Vendetta live from Atlanta, GA on Sunday, April 24th.
After a weekend full of shows, W34ponX, James Lascuola & Luis Perez are back with a brand new edition of The Newscast. They run down both nights of Spring Break, Bloodsport, Big Gay Brunch and much more from The Collective! They also discuss GCW's upcoming West Coast Weekend of shows.
This week, James Lascuola brings you a special Collective bonus interview with GCW's resident luchador, Gringo Loco. They discuss his recent trip to Mexico, his recent run in GCW, his own show: Gringo Loco's WRLD on Lucha, and much more! You can catch WRLD on Lucha during The Collective on Friday, April 1st at 8:30 PM EST on FITE TV.
This week, James Lascuola sits down once again with "The Death Samurai" AKIRA. They discuss his first WrestleMania Weekend, GCW, his upcoming Beyond Wrestling debut, and much more! You can catch AKIRA during The Collective at Planet Death on March 31st and Unsanctioned Pro on April 2nd.
Ahead of the big WrestleMania Week festivities, W34ponX, James Lascuola & Luis Perez come together to bring you The Newscast. This week they profile big Mania Week shows from GCW, WrestleCon, Black Label Pro, and more! They also talk about some of the past weekend's stories from the likes of ECWA and C*4 Wrestling.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with Avery Good, Professional Wrestler. They discuss Avery’s decision to retire, working AEW, his last upcoming matches, and more! You can catch one of his last matches live as he faces Kevin Ku at Black Label Pro on Saturday, March 26th at 5:30 PM EST on IWTV.
After a brief hiatus, W34ponX, James Lascuola and Luis Perez are back with more Newscast! This week, they discuss the debut of Circle 6, this past Sunday's JCW and WWR+ shows, Jonathan Gresham's PROGRESS Title win, The Wrestling Open, and much more! They also preview the upcoming shows for GCW's Roxy debut, Black Label Pro, H2O and others.
This week, James Lascuola talks to former WWE Superstar, Biff Busick. They discuss his return to Beyond Wrestling, facing SLADE, his upcoming match with Wheeler YUTA and more! You can catch that match during Beyond Wrestling’s Munky Business live on IWTV on Sunday, March 13th.
After a week away, W34ponX rejoins James Lascuola and Luis Perez for another week of wrestling news! This week, they discuss GCW's LA weekend, some big Collective announcements, a weekend of Southeast wrestling and much more! You can catch that Southeast action when ACTION Wrestling and the Scenic City Rumble stream live on March 4th and 5th on IWTV.
This week, James Lascuola talks with “Number One” Jaden Newman. They discuss, ACTION Wrestling, ICW No Holds Barred, his entry into the Scenic City Rumble and much more! You can see Jaden Newman compete at ACTION and the Scenic City Rumble on March 4th and 5th on IWTV.
In this Newcast, James Lascuola and Luis Perez recap the huge weekend that was in independent wrestling. Discussing 10 of the shows that live streamed this past weekend including Black Label Pro, GCW, Prestige, and much more. They go over some news including some GCW debuts and returns. The episode concludes with previews for another big weekend in professional wrestling including another double shot from GCW.
James Lascuola and W34ponX come together to bring you another special interview. This time, the duo sits down with ACTION Wrestling’s Matt “The Mouth” Griffin! They discuss Southeast First, AC Mack as IWTV Champion, as well as ACTION and SCI’s big weekend of shows coming in March. You can watch The Movement Begins and The 2021 Scenic City Rumble on March 4th and 5th on IWTV!
Huge episode of The Newscast this week as W34ponX and James Lascuola talk about this past weekend's West Coast Pro show as well as WWR+, a show which had some big news coming out of the main event. They also discuss Nick Wayne signing with AEW, along with other news. Ending the show with a big preview of a jam packed upcoming weekend, 11 shows with 10 of them live streaming. All that and much more!
For this special Valentine’s Day interview, James Lascuola talks to “The Real Life Cupid” Love Doug! They discuss Limitless Wrestling, Wrestling Open, Beyond Wrestling, his plans for Valentine's Day and much more. You can catch Love Doug at WWR+ for Galentine’s Day Massacre on February 13th at 2 PM EST on IWTV!
The Newscast is back with another week of big news. This week, W34ponX and James Lascuola are joined by PWPonderings Editor in Chief, Luis Perez. The trio discuss the past weekend of shows from from Beyond Wrestling and GCW, as well as big news from those promotions. With previews of AIW, West Coast Pro Wrestling, Warrior Wrestling and WWR+ close out the show. Plus much more!
This week, James Lascuola talks to 2022 PWG BOLA finalist and Impact Wrestling star, “Speedball” Mike Bailey. They discuss his return to the US, his GCW debut, competing in BOLA, and much more! You can catch Mike Bailey during GCW’s return to Dallas on February 5th at 9 PM EST on FITE.
W34ponX and James Lascuola come together for yet another edition of The Newscast. This week, they discuss the 2022 BOLA Winner, Lio Rush and some early Mania Weekend. They also preview the upcoming weekend from Beyond Wrestling and GCW. Tune in for this and much more!
Following GCW’s historic event at Hammerstein, James Lascuola brings you a recap of The Wrld on GCW! Joining James for this recap is Spyder Nate Webb, Ninja Mack and Gringo Loco. They discuss the moments and matches of the weekend, their time in New York City and much more!
After a historic weekend for indie wrestling, W34ponX and James Lascuola bring you The Newscast. This week, the duo are once again joined by PWPonderings’ Editor in Chief, Luis Perez! The three talk the historic record breaking show The Wrld on GCW with a detailed match by match rundown. They also discuss the huge title changes coming out of Southeast First and ICW NHB. Finally topping it off with some announcements from the week and much more!
This week, James Lascuola talks to “The King of The No Ring Deathmatch” Casanova Valentine. They discuss ICW No Holds Barred, his VICE documentary, his upcoming show “Ready to Die”, and much more! You can catch the premiere of Ready to Die on January 31st at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
After a brief hiatus, The Newscast is back! W34ponX and James are joined by Luis as they break down the latest indie news. Running down the past weekend Road to Hammerstein shows as well as West Coast Pro's Critical Situation. They also preview a huge weekend of shows including ICW No Holds Barred and GCW's biggest event ever, The Wrld On GCW.
This week, James Lascuola interviews “The Mack of All Trades” AC Mack! They discuss ACTION Wrestling, Southeast First, his IWTV Independent World Title match with Alex Shelley, and much more! You can watch Southeast First on January 21st at 7:30 PM EST on IWTV.
W34ponX and James Lascuola come together this week to recap The Wrestival! They're joined by Kennedi Copeland, Violence is Forever (Kevin Ku & Dominic Garrini), Alec Price and Beyond Wrestling promotor Drew Cordiero. They run down the matches, moments and some of the behind the scenes happenings that went down at Wrestival. You can watch all 7 events from Wrestival any time on demand on IWTV.
After a holiday break, W34ponX and James Lascuola return with special guest Luis to bring you the Newscast! This week, they’re covering all seven shows from The Wrestival as well as GCW’s Atlantic City Weekend. They also run down AAW’s Unstoppable; headlined by Ruby Soho vs Josh Alexander.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with one half of The Workhorsemen, Anthony Henry. They discuss his tenure in WWE, teaming with partner JD Drake, his upcoming matches at Wrestival and much more! You can catch Anthony Henry during The Wrestival on December 30th - January 1st on IWTV.
W34ponX and James Lascuola are joined by PWPonderings’ Luis Perez and guest Charly Butters from IWTV Guide for this special year end edition of The Newscast. They discuss their picks for the IWTV Awards, as well as picks for the years best Wrestlers, Promotions, Shows, Matches, Feuds, big news stories, and much more!
In this week’s bonus interview, James Lascuola sits down with H2O Academy standout, Marcus Mathers. They discuss his breakout year, training and competing at H2O, JCW and much more! You can watch Marcus Mathers on Night 1 of H2O’s Merry F’n Christmas on December 17th on IWTV. You can also see him at JCW on December 19th on GCW’s YouTube channel. Support Marcus Mathers at https://marcusmathers.bigcartel.com/
This week, James Lascuola sits down with “The Rogue” Brandon Kirk. They discuss ICW No Holds Barred, wrestling and teaching for H2O, debuting at JCW, and much more! You can watch Brandon Kirk on both nights of H2O’s Merry F’n Christmas, and the debut of This is Deathmatch on December 17th & 18th on IWTV. You can also catch Brandon at JCW on December 19th on GCW’s YouTube channel.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with one half of Violence is Forever, Kevin Ku! They discuss his time as a singles competitor, tagging with Dominic Garrini, their upcoming appearances during Wrestival, and much more! You can watch them throughout Wrestival on December 30th - January 1st on IWTV.
W34ponX and James Lascuola come together for another round of news! This week they discuss the past weekend full of shows including back to back GCW shows and Beyond Wrestling’s return to Fete Music Hall with Fete Forever. The news coming out of this last week including a slew of GCW match announcements, IWTV’s upcoming Super Show, and much more. Along with previews for upcoming shows from West Coast Pro, Warrior Wrestling, and others.
James Lascuola & W34ponX come together for this very special interview. They sit down with one of the voices of ICW NHB and promoter for the upcoming ETU Wrestling, Ryan AKA The Struggles! They discuss how ETU came to be, the players for ETU's inaugural show, plans for the future of the promotion and much more! Be sure to watch ETU's Expect The Unexpected live on December 3rd at 8 PM EST on IWTV. The show features ACH vs. JONAH and Alex Shelley defending the IWTV Independent Wrestling World Championship against John Wayne Murdoch.
W34ponX and James Lascuola brings you the big independent wrestling news of the week. Recapping huge shows from AAW and H2O. They discuss the record setting sold out show from GCW and some of the talents set for The Wrld On GCW at Hammerstein Ballroom. They also preview upcoming shows from Beyond Wrestling, Freelance, GCW, and much more!
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by special guests Dominic Garrini(@Dgarrinibc) and Eric Timebomb(@TimebombPro) as they discuss Timebomb Pro's "Violence is Forever" show, plus they discuss Charly's trip to the show, Badger Briggs, Dr. Cube, and of course some Minoru Suzuki stories! And so much more! this week on IWTV Guide.
This week, James Lascuola sits down with West Coast standout, Dark Sheik! They discuss LGBTQIA+ diversity in wrestling, GCW, facing Nick Gage in a Deathmatch, Hoodslam, LA Fights, and much more! You can catch her in action against Sandra Moone at LA Fights Vol. 1 on November 28th at 7 PM EST on GCW’s YouTube channel.
W34ponX and James Lascuola come together for another week of the latest in the world of indie wrestling! They discuss the past weekend’s action from companies like ICW No Holds Barred and St. Louis Anarchy. They also run down the latest from GCW, Beyond Wrestling, AIW, AAW and much more!
We are days removed from one of the biggest deathmatch tournaments in wrestling. James Lascuola is here to recap GCW’s Nick Gage Invitational 6 and who better to join him than 44.OH! member and NGI 6 entrant, Eric Ryan. They talk about Ryan's recent injury and working through it for the past 6 months, as well as running through every round of the NGI tournament. If you're able to support Eric Ryan in any way, please do so. PayPal - ericryanbookings@yahoo.com Cash App - $EricRyanWrestling Venmo - @Eric-Ryan-47 Merch - https://ericryanprowrestling.bigcartel.com/
This week, James Lascuola sits down with the “Stiff Robo Ginger” Gary Jay! They discuss Jay’s long time feud with WARHORSE, ICW No Holds Barred, St. Louis Anarchy, and much more! You can watch as Gary Jay takes on AKIRA for ICW NHB live November 19th at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
W34ponX and James Lascuola are joined by special guest Luis to run down the latest on the indie scene. They have a lot to talk about this week as they discuss the past weekend's GCW’s NGI Weekend, West Coast Pro, New Texas Pro, and others. They also preview upcoming shows from Beyond Wrestling, ICW No Holds Barred, Freelance Wrestling, and much more!
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by special guest Joe Sposto(@JoeSposto) as they discuss Wrestling, Sean Waltman, The InVasion ppv, what if Sabu went to wwe in 94', lots of tiny Chikara stories, the at odds Gender Neutral Monarch Tournament, And so much more! this week on IWTV Guide.
This week, PWPonderings’ James Lascuola sits down with Three Time Tournament of Survival winner, Alex Colon! They discuss the Deathmatch world, GCW taking over Hammerstein, this weekend’s Nick Gage Invitational, and much more.
W34pon X and James Lascuola come together to run down the latest in the world of independent wresting! They discuss JCW, Beyond Wrestling's Reverse The Curse, recent WWE releases, and more. They also preview GCW’s NGI Weekend, New Texas Pro, and other upcoming shows.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by special guests Dr. Dan (@DrDanDCR) and Sam Gold as they discuss Pro Wrestling Explosion and their show "Galactic Resolution" PLUS Butters went to Fargo! Sam hates Robots and Aliens And so much more! this week on IWTV Guide.
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In this week’s interview, James Lascuola sits down with New Texas Pro Champion, “The Bounty Hunter” Bryan Keith. They discuss Keith’s breakout year, the Texas wrestling scene, debuting in new companies, and much more! You can catch Bryan Keith defend the New Texas Pro championship against Calvin Tankman when New Texas Pro streams live for the first time on November 13th at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
While they recover from a weekend of live wrestling, WeaponX and James Lascuola bring you the latest news! They discuss ROH Stars appearing on the indies, Onita vs Tremont, Beyond Wrestling Uncharted Territory, and much more.
James Lascuola brings you a Bonus Interview this week! This time out, he’s sitting down with one of 2021’s breakout stars, Ace Perry. They discuss facing Effy at Big Gay Brunch, AAW’s Jim Lynam Memorial Tournament, debuting in JCW, and much more!
Where theres a big indie weekend, there’s the PWPonderings Newscast. W34ponX and James Lascuola bringing you the latest news of the week. They discuss GCW’s LA Weekend, some major names returning to Beyond Wrestling, H2O’s big upcoming weekend of shows, and much more.
James Lascuola brings to you another exclusive interview! This week, he gets up close and personal with Deathmatch Legend and H2O owner, “The Bulldozer” Matt Tremont! They discuss Tremont’s retirement, The H2O Wrestling Academy, his showdown with Japanese Deathmatch Legend, Atsushi Onita, and much more!
James Lascuola returns with another exclusive interview. This week, he talks to former New South Champion, "The Cast Away" Cabana Man Dan! They discuss returning to Beyond Wrestling, and SUP's return to The Basement East, Southern Wrestling and much more.
W34ponX and James Lascuola come together to bring you the latest news in the indie world. This week, they discuss GCW’s West Coast expansion, Beyond Wrestling’s Uncharted Territory, Charli Evans’ US stay, and much more!
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by special guest THE BOAR! (@BoarisWar) as they discuss Flying V Fights and their show "The Hardest Part of the Ring" plus theres a new IWTV Champion, The Kansas City Chiefs, if eating bacon is cannibalism, and beating up a fox news personality And so much more! this week on IWTV Guide.
James Lascuola is back with an exclusive interview! This week he sits down with Paradigm Pro Wrestling Champion, Myron Reed. The two discuss MLW, AAW, Unsanctioned Pro, Paradigm Pro, and more.
W3aponX and James Lascuola are back and joined this week by PWPonderings own Luis Perez. The trio chronicle GCW's Fight Club weekend, along with IWTV Untitled and all of the latest news and upcoming events in the indie wrestling world.
James Lascuola is back again to bring you another exclusive interview. This week, he talks to JCW’s own Everett Connors! They discuss his match with Joey Janela, facing Davey Richards during his return tour, his feud with Charles Mason, and more.
W34ponX and James Lascuola return for another week of news from all around the indies. They run down the past weekend’s title changes and the busy weekend ahead including GCW Fight Club.
James Lascuola is back with another exclusive interview! This week he talks to Limitless Wrestling’s native hoss, “Iron” Rip Byson. They discuss working in Limitless Wrestling through the pandemic, feuding with Big Beef, and starting his own promotion: Pro Wrestling GRIND. You can catch Rip as he takes on Alec Price at IWTV Untitled on Friday, October 8th at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
W34pon X and James return with another week of indie wrestling news! This week, they cover news from Beyond Wrestling, Limitless Wrestling, AIW, Defy, and much more.
This week your host Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) is joined by Josh Goldstein(@JGold12) and Ed Cody (@PodVanEd) and Dalton (@CatchDalton) as they discuss Keigo Yoshino "Saturday Night Reunion" PLUS Bernie's Poetry, made up match times, was there ball work? This show was completely off the rails this week on IWTV Guide!
James Lascuola returns with a bonus interview this week! He sits down and talks to “The Girl From Ocean Ave” Kennedi Copeland. They discuss Kennedi’s time in the Deathmatch world, H2O, WWR+ and much more! Kennedi takes on Gregory Iron for the H2O Hybrid Championship at HustleMania IV on September 25th at 8 PM EST on IWTV.
James and W34ponx are back with the latest and greatest from around the indies. This week they run down the latest news and shows from GCW, Beyond Wrestling, AIW, H2O Wrestling, and much more!
PWPonderings’ James Lascuola returns with another interview. This week, he sits down with one third of Prestigious, “The Main Attraction” Mac Daniels. They discuss filming The Road, forming Prestigious and preparing Jon Alba for their match against Team Davienne at Limitless’ Euphoria.
PWPonderings’ James Lascuola returns with a brand new interview! This week, James sat down with “Weapon X” Matt Makowski. They discuss Matt’s jump to Pro Wrestling, Paradigm Pro Wrestling, Camp Leapfrog and Beyond Wrestling.
James and W34ponx are back with the latest news around the indies. This week they’re running down Ring of Honor, indie names spotted at AEW tapings, and all of the upcoming shows this weekend.
James Lascuola and W34ponx aka Will join forces in this interview with Beyond Wrestling promotor Drew Cordiero. The three discuss topics such as running shows during a pandemic, Borscht at The Beach, the upcoming third season of Uncharted Territory, and much more. Be sure to listen to this behind the curtain interview.
James Lascuola and Will aka W34ponx are back after a massive weekend of wrestling! They run down the GCW Second City Summit, as well as the newest show announcements all around the indie scene.
James Lascuola and Will aka W34ponx are back with flagship show of PWPonderings. They go over the past weekend of shows, news for the week including some big names taking US bookings, the huge upcoming weekend in Chicago, and more.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by Will (@TheW34ponx) as they discuss Unsanctioned Pro's "An Obnoxiously Long Title For The Wrestling Show Formerly Known As Bash At The Fake Beach And We're Still Bringing Beach Balls" plus CM Punk And so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
It's the return of the Newscast! James is joined by Will AKA W34ponx as we restart the flagship show of our website. They have A TON of news to go over including new champions in the world of indie wrestling, who has having an awesome 2021, a legend coming to the US, big names coming to the indie scene, and more.
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Bonus interview with James Lascuola this week. James had the privilege of talking to the former two time Ring of Honor Tag Team Champion Rhett Titus ahead of his busy weekend. They touch on his upcoming matches at Glory By Honor, Beyond Wrestling's Americanrana, and more. Watch ROH Glory By Honor this Friday and Saturday August 20th and 21st on HonorClub. Watch Beyond Wrestling's Americanrana '21 on Sunday August 22nd at 5pm EST on IWTV.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by Joe Sposto(@JoeSposto) as they discuss Chikara's "High Noon" plus find out where some of the stars are now!, and hear fun backstage stories and ideas that never came to be, And so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
PWP’s James Lascuola is back for another interview! This week, James sat down with WWR+’s Ashley D’Amboise. They discuss her training with Team Adams, working with AEW, WWR+ and her upcoming match with Jordynne Grace. WWR+’s Say You’ll Be There will be streaming live at 1 PM EST on August 22nd on IWTV.
James Lascuola is in your host seat for a very special 2021 Scenic City Invitational recap roundtable. His guests are SCI commentator Dylan Hales, promoter Matt Griffin, and a special appearance from the 2021 SCI Tournament winner AC Mack. They run down and pull back the curtain on this past weekend's events. You don't want to miss this special episode.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by Pam (@pamelaa_nicolee) as they discuss Absolute Intense Wrestling's "Absolution XII" also Who won at IWTV 100? Mask Mandates, A Special Surprise Drop in from Ed (@PodVanEd) And so much more this week on IWTV Guide!
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Following the massive weekend that was Game Changer Wrestling's Homecoming, James Lascuola is joined once again by "The Conduit of Karma" Kaia McKenna. The two discuss the events of the weekend, as well as going behind the scenes of working with the GCW Ring Crew.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by Dalton (@CatchDalton) to discuss West Coast Pro Wrestling's "Cruel Summer 2021" plus Dalton has bone to pick with FEST Wrestling, Charly gives a message to JHawk to deliver to a former WWE Superstar, the disadvantage of working over the hand instead of a different bodypart and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
PWP’s James Lascuola is back again with another interview. This week he talks to the “Cornbelt Cowboy” The One Called Manders. The two discuss the Scenic City Invitational, GCW, His step into Deathmatch wrestling and the Second Gear Crew. Be sure to check out Manders in the 2021 SCI live on IWTV on August 6th & 7th at 7:30 PM EST.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) discuss Wrestlers Lab "Alchemy Episodes 5 & 6" also Jhawk is learning to not feed the trolls and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
After a week off James Lascuola is back with another fantastic interview. This week he is joined by "The Poisoned Youth" Robert Martyr. Martyr talks about his transition from referee to wrestler, what he's learned from his mentor Daniel Garcia, his time at promotions such as Paradigm and Limitless Wrestling, and much more. Be sure to check out his match against JD Drake at Limitless Wrestling's Pressure Point, Friday July 16 at 8pm EST on IWTV.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) discuss Southern Underground Pro "The Beat Goes On" also is a fued brewing between IWTV Guide and If you Catch my grift podcast? What does JGold have to do with this? and what is the deal with Fast food places and JHawk? and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) discuss Jersey All Pro Wrestling " Halloween Hell 2004" also could Charly be a writer for corporate wrestling? and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
PWP’s James Lascuola is back with another interview! This week, Big Beef returns to the show, hot off the heels of making his ICW No Holds Barred debut. He also talks to us about Limitless Wrestling, Paradigm Pro Wrestling, entering 2021’s Scenic City Invitational, and much more!
James Lascuola is back again with another interview! This week, James sits down with Tae Kwon Do black belt and one half of YoKai, Janai Kai. She talks about her experience at GCW’s Bloodsport, Camp Leapfrog, and her upcoming matches for Enjoy Wrestling, Combat Fights Unlimited, and more!
Slow news week but we did have NXT Takeover IN YOUR HOUSE! PLUS!!! How great is the first Hell in a Cell? Is the Hart Foundation the most talented stable ever? And discussion of entrance music for next week!
James Lascuola is back with another interview this week. In this bonus episode he has the privilege of speaking with the Good Witch herself Kaia McKenna. She talks about her journey from GCW ring crew to having huge opportunities for Game Changer Wrestling and Beyond Wrestling. Give this a listen before Kaia's appearance on WWR+ this Sunday June 20th.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by Ed (@PodVanEd) from Pod Van Dam and Josh Goldstein (@JGold12) as they discuss YMZ "New Year Pro Wrestling " plus Mr. Belvedere's balls, The History of Musical Chairs in Puroresu, Letters from Levi and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
James Lascuola is back with another one. This week he is joined by one third of the Rip City Shooters and current AIW Absolute & Intense Champion, the Intense Icon Joshua Bishop. Topics include Matthew Justice feud, AIW's Go For Broke, NBA, and much more. Be sure to watch AIW's Major Announcement this Friday 6/18 on IWTV.
This week your hosts Christopher La Sabre (Brett) & James Malibu (DJ) talk AEW, NXT (Why it feels different lately), Dark Side of the Ring, the last A&E biography, and How could WWE miss on Aleister Black?
This week, PWP’s James Lascuola sat down with New England standout, “The Prize” Alec Price. Topics include Beyond Wrestling, working on Limitless Wrestling's “The Road,” his match against Kevin Ku at Limitless Wrestling's Fortune Favors The Bold on 6/13, and much more.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) discuss Blitzkrieg! Pro "Scratch The Surface" plus IWTV 100, Letters from Levi and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
Big STBNN gathering last weekend at LVAC Reel Rumble at the Mahoning Drive In! Beyond the Mat in 2021 is interesting! Mr. Nanny is terrible! Not 1 but, 2 Ultimate Warrior docs!
This week PWPonderings' own, James Lascuola had the privilege to talk to the Russian Dynamite Masha Slamovich. Topics on this one include touring Japan, Beyond Wrestling, ICW and plenty more. Be sure to watch Masha take on Impact Knockouts Champion Deonna Purrazzo at Beyond Wrestling's Project Dolphin this Thursday 6/3 on IWTV.
James Lascuola is back with another PWPonderings exclusive interview. This week's guest is Beyond Wrestling's favorite artist: Dave Cole. They discuss Dave’s art, his return to the ring, and his big IWTV Independent Wrestling Championship match at Beyond’s Project Dolphin on June 3rd. If you aren’t subscribed to IWTV, you can sign up using code PWP.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are Joined by Austin (@austinagogo) and Dalton (@CatchDalton) from The If You Catch My Grift podcast (@CatchMyGriftPod) as they discuss Absolute Intense Wrestling's "Is this something you might be interested in" plus Who is Gary Spivey? Who did Charly get a letter from? and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
The wrestling world gave us a bunch of news this week! WWE releases, Shawn Michaels doin Yayo, RVD and Jimmy Del Rey smoking left hand cigarettes, AEW, NXT, Backlash, Smackdown, Impact, and the TOP 3 BULL NAKANO matches!
Opening Music: Boss of the World - Bull Nakano's AJW Entrance theme
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This week's interview guest is the young Cambodian wrestler out of Washington DC, Yoya. Yoya and PWPonderings' own James Lascuola discuss GCW, Paradigm Pro Wrestling, his controversial food tweets, and more. Be sure to watch his huge title match for the Midwest Territory Championship at Paradigm Pro Wrestling's Terminal Combat this Friday on IWTV. If you aren't already subscribed to IWTV, you can sign up using promo code PWP.
We debut a new segment on the show to help review Dark Side of the Ring, Talk of AEW, NXT, NJPW Strong, A&E Biography of Booker T, Pillman & Gage, and the #NagataWorldTour rages on!
Opening Music Yuji Nagata Entrance Music - Mission Blow
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This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) Celebrate their 1 year anniversary of IWTV Guide by reviewing The Big Starkz Brand Invitational Tournament held at the Big Starkz Brand Performance Center in Jeffersonville Indiana on February 9th 2021 plus they discuss the new IWTV independent wrestling champion and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
This week James Lascuola had the privilege to talk to one half of The Kings of the District and member of the Better Business Bureau, Jordan Blade. They speak about her BJJ background, Paradigm Pro Wrestling, WWR+, and more. There's even an exclusive match announcement for this Sunday's "Let's Talk About Wrestling." That event can be seen live 5/16 at 5pm EST on IWTV.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) Head down to Houston, Texas and Check out New Texas Pro Wrestling's "Astroworld" from February 27th 2021 did they like the commentary? what was Jhawks match of the night? Should Ryback retire? all that and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
James Lascuola of PWPonderings had the privilege to speak to the number one contender for the IWTV Independent Wrestling Championship, Wheeler YUTA, a few days before his big title match against Lee Moriarty. Topics include his time for Ring of Honor and New Japan, Beyond Wrestling and much more. Give this interview a listen and make sure to watch Beyond Wrestling's Project Reality this Thursday at 8pm on IWTV.
We talk a lot of this weeks wrestling, Undertaker, Piper, AEW, NXT... but we know you are here for the WATCHALONG!!! JOE vs NECRO... 'nuff said
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This week James Lascuola of PWPonderings got to speak with Black Label Pro Tag Team Champion, Southern Underground Pro Tag Team Champion and one half of Violence Is Forever, Dominic Garrini. The interview touches on Mania week in Tampa, AIW Go For Broke, Paradigm Pro, and much more. Watch AIW Go For Broke Tuesday nights at 10pm EST on IWTV.
We go through the ups and downs of wrestling this week from Impact to Raw to A&E biographies! Talk of wrestling collectors and how they try our patience.
The Wrestling Watchlist this week is Top 3 Samoa Joe! PLUS! the announcement of our special Watchlist for next week!
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James Lascuola of PWPonderings got to speak to the leader of the PolyAm Cult, MV Young. They speak about Mania Week in Tampa, Enjoy Wrestling, and life behind the scenes of the upcoming PolyAm Cult Party 3. Give this one a listen and watch PolyAm Cult Party 3 this Saturday April 24th live on Twitch.
This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) Take a look at one of the premier Events of IWTV's "Showcase of the Independents" IWTV's "Family Reunion Block B" PLUS they discuss Butters goofing on Jhawk on other podcasts & Charly Putting his Podcasting Career on the the line and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
First Episode of the New Era! Lots to talk about! We Cover Wrestlemania, Broken Skull Sessions, Raw, IWTV Mania Weekend, GCW Bloodsport, Mox vs Gage, NXT and AEW.
Plus, we talk about our love of Big Van Vader and find out which Vader match from the Top 3 we thought was best!
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This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) Take a look at one of the premier Events of IWTV's "Showcase of the Independents" IWTV's "Family Reunion Block A" PLUS they discuss the technical difficulties recording this week, what they watched all weekend, Bobby Beverly and a Knife Board and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
James Lascuola of PWPonderings had the opportunity to speak to not one, but both members of Team Sea Stars, Ashley Vox and Delmi Exo. They speak about their time so far in AEW, the return of Beyond Wrestling, their upcoming match this Friday at Limitless Wrestling, and much more. Give it a listen and make sure to catch Limitless Wrestling's Suffer No Fools this Friday April 16th at 7pm EST on IWTV.
The Wednesday Night War is OVER! But out of something dead rises something NEW!
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This week your hosts JHawk (@RefJHawk) and Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) are joined by not 1 not 2 but 3 guests! Justin Summers(@JSummers330), Josh Goldstein(@Jgold12), Dalton Ku(@catchdalton) Go back to the Basement East and check out Tennessee based independent company Southern Underground Pro (@sup_graps) and their show "Are These Our Lives" PLUS they discuss what shows they're most excited for at "IWTV Showcase of the independents" and so much more this week on IWTV Guide.
Ahead of a massive weekend of wrestling, IWTV’s Dylan Hales joins PWP’s Luis Perez and James Lascuola to chronicle the Showcase of the Independents. They discussed the weekend’s featured companies such as ICW No Holds Barred, Beyond Wrestling, ACTION Wrestling and Southern Underground Pro.
James Lascuola of PWPonderings got to speak to the young rising star Cole Radrick. The subjects included Paradigm Pro Wrestling, Southern Underground Pro and of course the biggest week of the year in Tampa, Florida. Make sure to give this a listen and watch The Collective live on FiteTV.
100th episode SPECTACULAR! Big news in the world as NXT announces its move to Tuesday Nights... Effectively killing the Wednesday Night War...
This week your host JHawk (@RefJHawk) interviews special guest...."The Strongest Man in Allllllll the Land" ARTHUR McARTHUR (@StrongMcarthur)! listen as they discuss training with AIW (@Aiwrestling), The Cleveland Browns and video games. Also Charly Butters (@Charly_Butters) tells you whats on IWTV this week or something.
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James Lascuola of PWPonderings had the opportunity to speak to one of wrestling's youngest and brightest stars, Billie Starkz. Next week Space Yeezus will be heading into one of the biggest weeks of her career in Tampa, Florida. We speak about her matches for The Collective as well as IWTV's Showcase of the Independents. We also touch upon upcoming talents, a spot that went viral and much more. Give it a listen and follow her on Twitter @BillieStarkz.