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.
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The Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast is a must-listen for any wrestling fan. Wade Keller, the man behind The Pro Wrestling Torch, provides insightful analysis and commentary on all things pro wrestling. His in-depth knowledge and industry insight are unmatched, making every episode entertaining and informative. One of the best aspects of this podcast is the variety of cohosts that join Wade on each episode. They bring their unique perspectives to the table, adding depth and different viewpoints to the discussions. Additionally, the interviews with wrestling insiders and ex-WWE personnel provide even more insight into the inner workings of the business.
One downside to this podcast is the amount of advertisements and plugs that can be found throughout each episode. While they can be skipped or fast-forwarded through, it does interrupt the flow of the discussion at times. However, this is a small price to pay for such great content.
In conclusion, The Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast is a top-notch source for all things wrestling. From knowledgeable analysis to engaging interviews, there is something for every fan in each episode. Despite some interruptions from ads and plugs, this podcast consistently delivers high-quality content that keeps listeners informed and entertained. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking to stay up-to-date on wrestling news, this podcast should not be missed.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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 matchesA 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 RockLana's reaction to criticism of the wedding online.More segments from Raw including Randy Orton's swerve.The Chris Jericho-Tanahashi match at WrestleKingdomA review of AEW Dynamite from the previous nightExpanded 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 weekChris Jericho's offer to Jon MoxleyMJF's latest promoTaz on commentaryA Mailbag question looking at whether the AEW-NXT ratings battle was being overblownBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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 headlinesWWE Netflix dealMercedes Moné, Will Ospreay, Kazuchika Okada signing with AEWCody Rhodes out and back in the WrestleMania main event.WWE fans rejecting The Rock as a lead babyface, WWE siding with fansNew Japan's year in search of a new identityTNA's strong year which started with addition of former Dolph ZigglerSting's retirement in AEWSamoa Joe starting the year as AEW World ChampionMJF's career twists and turnsAnd more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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 upSeth Rollins with AOP compared to Becky LynchComparing the main roster runs of Street Profits to Heavy Machinery so far and do any have singles futuresIdeas to salvage or save Dark OrderAleister Black-C.M. Punk comparisonsIs it time to conclude Dr. Brit Baker has been overpushedAnd moreThen 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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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 VenturaReaction to the SNME ratings including a key demo rating that stood outGunther's character since losing to Cody RhodesThe Seth Rollins-C.M. Punk exchange on Raw last nightHype for Netflix debutThe transfer windowJohn CenaAEW ticket salesAEW Continental Classic analysisAEW ticket sales and overall state of businessA look at the AEW World End PPV line-up so farMinnesota Vikings talkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.