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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.



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    Latest episodes from Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk Vince McMahon's birthday party, wrestlers chasing star ratings status, Rock's prestige acting, Kross, Dom

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 109:20 Transcription Available


    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 thereThe Rock's quest for theatrical validation and how it might affect his WWE involvementKarrion Kross's public comments about WWE contract renewal offerJake Hager describing frustrations with AEWSwerve 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 wrestlersBecky Lynch-C.M. Punk segment and why fans seem so excited to have A.J. Lee backIs 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 staffTaz 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 marketingHow Hook is different than TazAnalyzing the weaknesses in the flow of the Kabuki Warriors vs. Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez matchAre WWE crowds in particular becoming too much part of the show rather than observers of and reactors to it?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & McNeill on Miz's rise, WM27, what's next for Nexus, Mick Foley, Goldust, Bloopers, Bad Outfits

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 93:59 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Summerslam fallout, Tough Enough finale, Raw ratings, Divas crying and hugging after matches, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 111:55 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Jim Ross on WM32, return of Sting and Dudleys, working with Savage, Vince McMahon, NXT, Paul Boesch library

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 119:13 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Nexus losing momentum, Lashley in Strikeforce, Starrcade '97 finish, venting about TNA, Randy Savage-HOF

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 170:47 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Best WWE Match Ever, Triple H-Booker feud, Flair-Hogan in '82, TNA ridiculous booking decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 177:39 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO: Top Five WCW '90s Stars, Bischoff's blog, mixing young and established stars, NXT eliminations, ROH's business status

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 105:09 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss whether Cody's getting cheated out of proper earned spotlight, is WWE getting complacent or arrogant

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 129:14 Transcription Available


    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 approachIs 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 FridayHow stale is Seth Rollins even with a new faction to interact with?A preview of Clash in ParisThe Ozzy Osbourne family response to Becky Lynch's playful (but too soon?) comments on the late OzzyThoughts on the (overbearing?) fans overseas and in general, including their least favorite common chantAEW'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 shotsWhat's next for Christian Cage?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Dynamite bringing fans back, WWE's Thunderdome innovation, Summerslam, Takeover, Velveteen, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 134:33 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Summerslam fallout, Tough Enough finale, Raw ratings, Divas crying and hugging after matches, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 128:17 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): DDP insights on making of "Resurrection of Jake Roberts" movie, DDP on Undertaker-WWE angle, AWA memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2025 108:58 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: WWE Summerslam reaction, Heyman's comments on TNA, Nexus, Lance Cade, ROH booking change

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2025 154:26


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    AEW FORBIDDEN DOOR PPV PREVIEW + TONY KHAN MEDIA Q&A: Keller & Krol preview entire card

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2025 138:01


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO: Reaction to death of Lance Cade, Summerslam, Mr. Wrestling II, TNA's blood & guts ending, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 98:38 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO PPV PREVIEW: Sam Roberts joined Wade to preview Summerslam and NXT Takeover, Thunderdome anticipation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 154:29 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk Naomi's pregnancy hiatus, WWE's ruthless aggression toward AEW, Jericho-WWE, Bayley, The Vision, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 139:33 Transcription Available


    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 nowWWE'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 WWEIf 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 factionA Mailbag question comparing and contrasting the life experiences that "Hangman" Adam Page and Seth Rollins that contributes to or limits their on-air charactersA 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 WrestleManiaAs Mailbag questions asking whether Bayley thrive in a new environment in AEWMore Mailbag topics related to Raw last nightComparing 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 CollideCody as "Guile" in Street FighterWhat the movie "Weapons" clued Rich into regarding pro wrestlingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Summerslam predictions, Cena's "Career Moments," 7th Man Speculation, Hogan's ego, Swagger's push, Tyler Black in WWE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 190:37


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell look ahead to Summerslam including Lesnar-Taker angle, Seth-Cena-Authority dynamic, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 109:10 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Mick Foley talks WWE, wrestling stories, live callers, emails

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 100:27 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO: Keller & Powell react to inexcusable use of Tommy Dreamer's daughters on TNA Judgment Day PPV, final Summerslam 2010 hype, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 100:22 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Analysis of TNA's ECW-themed PPV and all that went wrong, Angle's criticism of Cena movie, Parade of Champions history

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 148:55 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Heydorn discuss where Raw Underground is heading, should AEW cancel Jericho-Cassidy, Aleister, Scorpio Sky

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 160:13 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Heydorn talk new TKO media deals, Hangman-MJF, WWE Unreal, Lesnar's return, Brodido-Bucks, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 142:34 Transcription Available


    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 nowHow 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 onJohn 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 RhodesThe Brock Lesnar return decisionIs 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 challengerThe Don Callis Family and the upside of Kyle FletcherThe state of AEW's tag team and women's divisions, what's working and where there's still work to be doneWWE Unreal and what the motivations seem to be for producing the series and if it is doing harmBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: WWE PPV buyrate drops, TNA wrestlers upset with ECW emphasis, Samoa Joe, Goldust, Raven, Jim Ross, HOF

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 170:26 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Lesnar-Undertaker video, NXT's Barclay's sellout, Sting-Taker possibilities, Daniel Bryan's book, ROH feeding WWE stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 116:35


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & Powell & Mitchell talk Nexus angle, Raw GM, Summerslam, would Jericho work as face, Goldberg's WWE push, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 159:26 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: One of worst Impacts in a while, Hogan rumor, Carlito news, Heenan, Jim Ross's future, Summerslam

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 159:41 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & Powell & McNeill talk early NXT, Carlito-TNA prospects, Nexus's credibility against Team WWE, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 180:12 Transcription Available


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Parks talk Raw Underground and ideas where it's headed, Rock-XFL, Baszler, Darby, Bryan's future options

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 113:53


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Lesnar's return, Cena's turn, so-called Ruse of Century, WWE Unreal, AEW in a lull, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 143:30


    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 returnJohn Cena's babyface turnThe so-called "Ruse of the Century"Summerslam's key developments on both nightsAEW's post-All In lullWhere will AEW get its next wave of star wrestlersWWE 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 moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: History of hazing in WWE, ECW segment with Dixie Carter on Impact, McMahon seemingly disconnected from reality, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 139:51


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller remembers Roddy Piper with Jim Valley and Jonny Fairplay, his former personal assistant, plus other topics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 177:34


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Blunt talk on racism in wrestling with Justin Credible in reaction to Hogan comments, how Austin beat the WWE system

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 127:17


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Summerslam, Edge & Christian, Goldberg, ECW-themed TNA PPV, Mystery G.M., Heyman

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2025 173:11


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: WWE MITB analysis with Keller, Caldwell, Powell, plus Raw, Lesnar-UFC, ECW invasion of TNA, Summerslam predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 168:23


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Drew-Orton, Keith Lee-Kross, Moxley-MJF, Impact Wrestling's “Wrestle House,” more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 124:07


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann on wrestling world and media reacting to death of Hulk Hogan, Summerslam preview, Will Ospreay's neck, G1, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 131:21


    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 newsWWE Unreal first impression"Hangman" Adam Page vs. Jon Moxley scheduled rematchNew Japan G1 thoughtsMercedes Mone's belt collectingWill Ospreay's neck injury situationFull preview of entire Summerslam line-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Powell talk Big E's potential, Prichard-Aldis, Asuka-Sasha finish, Purazzo in Impact, Gallows & Anderson-Heyman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 88:39


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Hogan's fall from grace and what kind of future he has, plus good Raw incl. Cena's broken nose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 119:28


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy reacting to Daniel Bryan news, New Japan G1, Lesnar-Taker, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 102:56


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO: TNA's ECW Invasion angle, WWE Money in the Bank and Summerslam predictions, lost promo skills

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 105:13


    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 ImpactThe ECW Invasion angleWhere the angle fell short on presentation compared to the live tapingCaldwell's perspective on the Impact Zone audienceDoes WWE have a legal claim with TNA using the "ECW" name on the airThe Machineguns vs. Beer Money feud setting a standard for tag team feuds in 2010WWE's Money in the Bank PPVMore!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 PPVSummerslam plans and what the top matches at Summerslam could beStories from Hoops at the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame last weekendThe lack of genuine promo ability from some wrestling stars todayAnd moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO: Keller & Powell discuss whether TNA should hand keys to Heyman, removal of R-Truth, MITB possible winners, live callers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 124:59


    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 ImpactTNA's ECW-themed PPV being part of a short-term anglePaul Heyman's recent talks with TNA, and what Heyman could bring to TNAWWE's Nexus angle and whether Triple H or John Cena would be a good fit as Nexus leaderWhat could be moved from Raw to Smackdown when SD launches on Syfy, an overall problem with promoting pro wrestling in 2010Lucha Libre historically in the U.S. and its chance for success in 2010 on MTV2And 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 matteringThe lack of stars being builtHow to use veterans on the rosterPro wrestling promotional tactics in a poor state compared to UFCAnd more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin review a stellar Dynamite, Raw's redundancy of match-ups, Impact & Slammiversary + Mailbag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 165:04


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Parks talk Summerslam line-up taking shape, Goldberg gripes, NXT-TNA dynamic, AEW top babyface, Evolution, WWE Unreal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 111:36


    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?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & Powell & McNeill with latest on Heyman-TNA talks, Nexus angle, Hogan/Bischoff future, time limits, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 176:56


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Raw including Undertaker-Lesnar pull apart brawl, Owens' future in WWE, Cena-Seth dynamic, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 123:19


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Flair-Lethal, Bagwell, Paul Heyman's future, Nexus-Cena, TNA Impact, Mstery Raw GM, TNA booking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 162:26


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Lesnar learns marketing from Heyman, Heyman-TNA update, Banned Moves, Triple H's return, Mystery Raw GM, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 164:52


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Keller talks with ex-WWE Creative Team Member Matt McCarthy about Cinematic Style WWE matches, NXT vs. AEW so far, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 131:54


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Parks talk dreadful Raw rating, AEW vs. NXT scorecard, Horror Show preview, Evil's Dominion win, Sasha & Bayley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 104:24


    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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

    NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Seth's "injury," Evolution shining, All In's length, Hangman, TNA's aspirations, more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 147:34


    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 gainsThe length All In coming in 90 minutes longer than prior long shows and whether it was worth it and what the motivation might've beenAll 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 moreEvolution including Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley, Naomi's resurgence, and the Charlotte-Alexa Bliss storylineGunther vs. GoldbergJelly Roll's involvement in WWE and early praiseShould 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 timeframeTNA's ambitions to get a real revenue stream on cable TV and the politics of how that could affect WWE's perspective on themLevesque's propensity to book faces bickering and heels crossing paths, including in Triple Threat matchesDid Roman Reigns's return overshadow C.M. Punk's big moment on Raw?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

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