Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Did the angle that substituted for the advertised main event between MJF and Brody King with a cartoonish sleeper KO finish and chaos afterward thwart AEW's recent momentum. Also, what's with the nonsense that doesn't fit in a pro wrestling narrative with Darby Allin and the War Dogs in the desert.PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Taylor Halley discuss just about everything else discussed from Dynamite with live chat interactions throughout with differing points of view presented on many segments including what AEW's doing really well lately. Topics include Kenny Omega's presentation, Kris Statlander's struggles on the mic, "Hangman" Page turning it up to 12 needlessly way too often, Andrade's effective presentation this time around, Tommaso Ciampa's impact upon arrival, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (2-1-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Cameron Hawkins reviewed WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talked about Bad Bunny giving a celebrity rub to Damien Priest's Raw debut, Sheamus turning on Drew McIntyre, the latest with Charlotte, Lacey Evans, Ric Flair, and Asuka, an Edge vs. Randy Orton main event, more special effects and edits with Alexa Bliss, Lana & Naomi succeed as a new team, Riddle destroyed by Bobby Lashley, and more.Then in a bonus section, the one-year ago Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the Feb. 3, 2020 episode of Raw start-to-finish including Randy Orton addressing last week's Edge attack, a big Charlotte-Ripley angle, Drew McMahon shows confidence about beating Brock Lesnar, Ricochet earns shot at Lesnar in the main event, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Griffin as they reacted to a stellar segment with Roman Reigns and C.M. Punk including what was great, and if there was anything that should have been excluded and anything included that wasn't from their past. Were they unfair to Drew McIntyre or will this fire him up? Plus the latest with The Vision, Liv Morgan, Gunther, Je'Von Evans, Dom and his new glasses, and much more with live callers, email, and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (2-3-2021), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Nate Lindberg, and Tom Stoup cover a trio of strong Dusty Classic matches, Santos Escobar and Karrion Kross's budding feud, Takeover taking shape, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (2-3-2021), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn guest hosted for Wade Keller and was joined by PWTorch contributor and host of the PWTorch VIP podcast “Podcast of Honor,” Tyler Sage, to talk AEW Dynamite with listener calls. Discussion points included the appearance of Kenta, what a New Japan partnership with AEW means, how Kenta fits with Moxley in AEW outside of the New Japan story, pluses and minuses of the the current talent swaps in AEW, the Kip Sabian and Penelope Ford wedding angle, in-depth discussion on Britt Baker as a heel champion down the road, Inner Circle drama, and more. Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Eric Corbridge to review WWE Smackdown including analysis of the final hype for the men's Royal Rumble, several key scenarios that could play out regarding the winner and also other angles and surprises during the match. Then a look at the women's Rumble, Drew McIntyre vs. Sami Zayn, and A.J. Styles vs. Gunther, with all signs pointing toward a Styles retirement which makes you wonder if he won't actually retire. Plus analysis of other Smackdown matches.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (1-29-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Mike Meyers to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown including the final Royal Rumble hype, Daniel Bryan opens with a promo declaring his dream of winning a Rumble, a Kevin Owens-Roman Reigns verbal showdown, Braun Strowman's surprise return, other surprise guests from Raw, Bayley vs. Bianca Belair, Sasha Banks flirts with Reginald, and more with live callers and emails.Then, in a bonus segment, we bring you a previously VIP-exclusive Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the then-year-ago episode of WWE Smackdown from Jan. 31, 2020 start to finish including Braun Strowman challenges Shinsuke Nakamura for IC Title, Roman Reigns & The Usos vs. Baron Corbin & Dolph Ziggler & Robert Roode in dog food match, Bayley-Naomi promo, Otis asks Mandy Rose on a date, Four-Way Tag for a Saudi Arabia title shot, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Dan Kuester discuss the Andrade win over Swerve Strickland in the main event, the MJF-Brody King interaction,  Tomasso Ciampa's AEW debut, The Young Bucks bringing back the tassels, Kenny Omega back in the game, Kris Statlander retaining against Thekla, and more with live chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-25-2021), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn and PWTorch contributor Robert Vallejos discussed WWE Monday Night Raw with listener calls and emails. Topics included Edge's return, his successful Raw promo, what opportunities are available for him at WrestleMania, and whether or not he has a chance to win the Royal Rumble. Other topics include the idea of less is more with Drew McIntyre and Goldberg, Alexa Bliss as a future Raw Women's Champion, the success of the Fiend vs. Randy Orton storyline, the issue WWE has on their hands with Riddle vs. Lashley, the newly signed WWE Network to Peacock deal, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Paul Weigle. Is it likely that A.J. Styles just wrestled his last Raw match? Is there a big angle brewing within The Vision? Is Austin Theory succeeding, failing, or way too soon to assess? Did Nattie explain at all why she turned on Maxxine Dupri? Who might win the Rumbles? And much more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-27-2021), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Nate Lindberg, and Tom Stoup cover another Fin. Balor-Kyle O'Reilly storyline beat, more Dusty Classic matches, thoughts on the Superstar Spectacle, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-27-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by former Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist (circa 1990) Eric Krol to discuss AEW Dynamite. They discuss the stellar Jungle Boy vs. Dax Harwood match and what it says about Jungle Boy's upside, the Matt Hardy pitch to "Hangman" Page, the latest assessment of the Young Bucks story arc and character development, Shaq makes fun of Cody's hair and Cody responds, Sammy Guevara seeing through MJF's con, and much more with live callers.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a half dozen emails with additional topics and points of view.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado to review WWE Smackdown including analysis of the Cody Rhodes-Jacob Fatu confrontation and whether Cody crossed a line with the prison reference and was a prick, and does that indicate he's turning heel? Plus A.J. Styles, Sami Zayn, Randy Orton, Royal Rumble speculation, Saturday Night's Main Event preview, U.S. Title Open Challenge at WrestleMania, and much more with live chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (1-22-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Tom Stoup, cohost of the “PWT Talks NXT” PWTorch Dailycast and VIP podcast “8 Years Back” to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown including the latest with Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman, Adam Pearce, and Kevin Owens, plus Charlotte & Asuka vs. Riott Squad with the latest Billie Kay development, Royal Rumble talk including a lot of potential winners on and off the current TV roster, Sasha Banks vs. Reginald, Big E vs. Apollo Crews for the IC Title, Dominic Mysterio vs. King Corbin, and more. Stoup, as usual, brings his expertise on NXT to the conversation for various related sidebars about NXT-related topics coming out of Smackdown.Then, in a bonus segment, we bring you a previously VIP-exclusive Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the year-ago episode of WWE Smackdown from Jan. 24, 2020 start to finish including The Fiend signing the strap match contract in blood, Big E oddly has help oiling up his body, Lacey gets emotional talking about being a role model, John Morrison vs. Kofi Kingston, and more including the final Royal Rumble hype and final clues and hints regarding possible winners including dissecting Corey Graves comment about Kofi Kingston.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Jerud "J.B. from Detroit" Buhagiar to discuss the Jan. 21 edition of AEW Dynamite including praise for the show centering around MJF as World Champion and multiple challengers lining up. Also, Kenny Omega seeming revitalized, but should he freshen up his act by dumping the closing lines he's been doing for years? Also, what's going on with The Death Riders, especially Marina Shafir? Plus Kevin Knight, Speedball, Taz back on commentary, Fan Sign of the Night, and much more with live caller and chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-18-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Ryan Sullivan from the PWTorch VIP podcast focused on ROH, “Podcast of Honor,” to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talked about the Alexa Bliss vs. Asuka headline match, Miz & Morrison welcome the return of Gillberg after advertising Goldberg, A.J. Styles vs. Ricochet shine in the ring, the Charlotte-Ric-Lacey storyline moves forward after an awkward Charlotte vs. Peyton Royce match, and more with callers and emails.Then in a bonus section, the one-year ago Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the Jan. 20, 2020 episode of Raw start-to-finish including Lana & Bobby Lashley vs. Rusev & Liv Morgan Andrade vs. Rey Mysterio in ladder match for the U.S. Title, Viking Raiders vs. Seth Rollins & Buddy Murphy, Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar preview Rumble with a Ricochet interruption, Becky Lynch vs. Kairi Sane, Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Nick Barbati. They start with a look at A.J. Styles agreeing to put his career on the line against Gunther at the Royal Rumble and whether this could already be the end for Styles in his retirement year. Also, could C.M. Punk's destiny at WrestleMania be a defense against Roman Reigns? Did Finn Balor shine and carry Punk in the Raw main event? Should Drew McIntyre headline WrestleMania or is he not quite at that level? And much more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-20-2021), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Tom Stoup and Nate Lindberg cover Tomasso Ciampa vs. Timothy Thatcher in the Fight Pit, commencement of the women's Dusty Classic, email on why NXT was better in the past, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-20-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Joshua Chambers to discuss AEW Dynamite. It was an uneven show with a lot of weaknesses in AEW's presentation on any given week manifesting in a larger way throughout the show, but with some standout performances mixed throughout. They discuss the cost-benefit of Jim Ross's commentary warts and Chris Jericho's social media and podcast political views. They try to figure out what's going on with Jade Cargill and Cody and Shaq, whether the Young Bucks are on the right path regarding Don Callis and Kenny Omega trying to con them, Private Party turning to the dark side with Matt Hardy, how “Hangman” Page handled saying no to Dark Order, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Christopher Maitland to review WWE Smackdown including Drew McIntyre's gloating, Cody Rhodes's coping, the Fatal Four-way set, another strong U.S. Title Open Challenge with Carmelo Hayes vs. Leon Slater, Matt Cardona's upside now, and more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (1-15-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch.com's Nick Barbati to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown including Adam Pearce being tormented but ultimately outsmarting Reigns, Daniel Bryan vs. Cesaro, the debut of Bayley's new talk show “Ding Dong, Hello!” with Bianca Belair, Baron Corbin vs. Rey Mysterio, Sami Zayn vs. Apollo Crews with Big E at ringside, and more with live callers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Darrin Lilly to discuss the MJF vs. Bandido main event for the AEW World Title, Darby Allin vs. Pac and the lack of an angle afterward, the Hangman-Swerve-Kenny Omega segment, Doyle & Davis, Kevin Knight, and much more with live caller, chat, and email interactions throughout. They also preview TNA Impact Wrestling's debut on AMC tomorrow night.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-11-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Frank Peteani from PWTorch.com to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talk about Triple H replacing Drew McIntyre against Randy Orton, Drew talks COVID positive test, Alexa Bliss shows a fireball, Bobby Lashley vs. Riddle for the U.S. Title, and much more with live callers and emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Sean Radican. They start with a look at the finish of the A.J. Styles vs. Gunther main event including the tap out that didn't count. They also delve into the Adam Pearce-Bron Breakker angle, Je'Von Evans's presentation and whether Michael Cole is going to ruin it, the Women's Tag Team situation, Finn Balor stepping up to challenge C.M. Punk, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-13-2021), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Nate Lindberg, and Tom Stoup cover the debut of the team formerly known as the Rascalz, Dusty Classic overload, the continuing Finn Balor-Kyle O'Reilly saga, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-13-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Joel Dehnel to discuss AEW Dynamite “New Year's Smash – Week II” featuring Darby Allin defending the TNT Title against Brian Cage, Cody on “The Waiting Room” with Britt Baker, The Elite in action with a big angle with The Good Brothers and The Young Bucks, Eddie Kingston vs. Pac, Inner Circle's New Year's Resolutions, Serena Deeb vs. Tay Condi, Chuck Taylor vs. Miro, and more.Then, a bonus Wade Keller Hotline from one year earlier reviewing AEW Dynamite (1-15-20 edition) start to finish, plus the breaking news of AEW's renewal with TNT and the death of Rocky Johnson. The episode featured Jon Moxley vs. Sammy Guevara and Pac vs. Darby Allin in high-stakes matches, Chris Jericho spiking Mox in the eye, Cody accepting MJF's stipulations, a truly awful women's tag match, another Dark Order vignette, a wild four-way opening tag match, and the return of DDP to the ring a Joey Janela promo, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Lansdell and Javier Machado to review WWE Smackdown including a lot of conversation about Drew McIntyre beating Cody Rhodes after surprising interference from Jacob Fatu. Also, should WWE go back to Cody as a lead babyface champion, have him turn heel, or otherwise? What about Sami Zayn's trajectory? Plus thoughts on the rest of the show with live caller and chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (1-8-2021), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn guest hosts for Wade Keller and is joined by PWTorch contributor and Smackdown alternative perspective reporter Brandon LeClair to talk WWE Smackdown with listener calls and emails. Discussion points include the number one contender Gauntlet Match featuring Daniel Bryan, Sami Zayn, King Corbin, Shinsuke Nakamura, Rey Mysterio, and Adam Pearce, Roman's continued run as a heel, nuances of the heel act that take the act to the next level, Adam Pearce's role moving forward, Shinsuke Nakamura's babyface turn, Big E's first night as Intercontinental Champion, the pros and cons of Robert Roode and Dolph Ziggler as tag team champions, the state of the Smackdown women's division, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Dennis Kline discuss whether the main event went on so long that the violence felt belabored, as Jim Ross seemed to indicate was how he felt. A lot of talk about Ross's commentary throughout the show. Also, did Jon Moxley vs. Shelton Benjamin go too long without a backstory or a clear heel-face dynamic, did it take Bandido too long to beat Sammy Guevara in his first Dynamite match in 14 months, what is up with Brody King's promo about aiming for gold, the Hiroshi Tanahashi acknowledgment, Marina Shafir vs. Toni Storm, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-4-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Cameron Hawkins from the PWTorch East Coast Cast to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talked about Goldberg's return at the top of the show and track our poll on how excited viewers are (or aren't) about his return. They explore how the match with Drew McIntyre should go and what his strength and weaknesses were and if they still are today. They also talk about the odd Charlotte-Ric Flair angle, the over-the-top jovial New Day-Miz & Morrison angle, Keith Lee challenging Drew McIntyre for the WWE Title, the use of the Legends throughout, the latest with Randy Orton and Alexa Bliss, and much more.Then, in the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they delve more into Hulk Hogan's prominent place on this show, WWE announcing (and some fun old Michael Cole-out-in-public stories), the prudence of having Legends hanging out together without masks right after the holidays, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Griffin. They start with an evaluation of the C.M. Punk vs. Bron Breakker main event for the World Title. From there, a discussion on WWE Unreal, and why the fact that fans will enjoy watching it doesn't mean it's a good idea for WWE to produce. Also, is the Maxxine Dupri gimmick working and should she have already lost, what's up with the Iyo Sky-Rhea Ripley dynamite and should they have won the tag titles, are the Usos going to actually stay together in harmony as a team, could Gunther or Sami Zayn win the Royal Rumble this year, and more. Live caller and live chat comments are mixed in throughout the show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-6-2021), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Nate Lindberg, Tom Stoup, and Kevin Cattani breaking down NXT New Year's Evil, including Kyle O'Reilly vs. Finn Balor, Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Gonzalez, Xia Li & Boa's debut, The Gargano Way, Gran Metalik vs. Santos Escobar, Damian Priest vs. Karrion Kross, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (1-6-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Tyler Sage to discuss AEW Dynamite “New Year's Smash” featuring Kenny Omega vs. Fenix for the AEW World Title followed by a big angle with Karl Anderson & Luke Gallows and The Young Bucks, Hikaru Shida vs. Abadon with an AEW World Title match, Wardlow vs. Jake Hager, Jon Moxley speaks, Sting aligns further with Darby Allin against Team Taz, Young Bucks & SCU vs. The Acclaimed & TH2, Cody Rhodes vs. Matt Sydal with a top rope splash by Snoop Dogg, and more with live callers and emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Eric Corbridge to review WWE Smackdown including thoughts on the return of Randy Orton, the Ambulance Match, Trick Williams, Sami Zayn, everyone aiming for Cody, Cody's strong face promo and Drew McIntyre's strong heel promo, Carmelo Hayes vs. Johnny Gargano, the success this week of filling three hours well, Matt Cardona coming to Smackdown, and much more with live chat and caller interaction.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (1-1-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Mike Meyers. They discussed that night's episode of WWE Friday Night Smackdown including Jey Uso vs. Kevin Owens, Big E vs. Baron Corbin, Carmella & Bayley vs. Bianca Belair & Sasha Banks, more Luke Harper/Brodie Lee references, and more with live callers.Then, in a bonus segment, we bring you a previously VIP-exclusive Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the year-ago episode of WWE Smackdown from Jan. 3, 2020 start to finish including the returns of John Morrison, Sheamus, and the Usos to kick off 2020 with a bang, The Fiend attacks Daniel Bryan, a surprise win for Dana Brooke in a women's tag match, Mandy Rose-Otis courtship, the Roman Reigns-Daniel Bryan exchange regarding the WWE Title and the Rumble and WrestleMania, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Adams to discuss MJF's victory promo and the list of all the challengers presenting themselves already, Willow Nightingale's big show-closing title win over Mercedes Mone, Jon Moxley's fan support and where this is likely heading with the Death Riders, and everything in between plus some Signature Sidebars with live chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (12-28-2020), PTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Robert Vallejos to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talked about the cliffhanger ending with Alexa Bliss, Randy Orton, gasoline, and matches, and look ahead to where the Orton-Fiend feud could go from there and the long-term future of Orton. They also talked about Keith Lee vs. Sheamus, Drew McIntyre growing into his lead babyface champion character, the Ricochet-Retribution saga and various options for it, and more with live callers throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Paul Weigle. They start with a reaction to The Usos winning the World Tag Team Titles and discuss how if might affect the "Jey Uso in a funk" storyline. Then analysis of Austin Theory's presentation this week and early poll results on his push, should Bron Breakker keep acting like he's auditioning to be a "top guy" rather than just being one, is C.M. Punk shining right now, is Maxine Dupri's makeover actually kinda working, and much more with live chat interaction and an on-site correspondent with a perspective from inside the arena.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (12-30-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Nate Lindberg and Tom Stoup covering the death of Jon Huber, the NXT Year End Awards, Swerve Strickland vs. Bronson Reed, Breezango vs. Grizzled Young Veterans, Mercedes Martinez in Action, Roderick Strong vs. Pete Dunne, Leon Ruff vs. Johnny Gargano, the build to New Years Evil, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (12-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jake Barnett from ProWrestling.net to discuss AEW Dynamite's Brodie Lee tribute with live callers. The show gets much deserved praise for so many facets that conveyed how loved and adored Brodie Lee was by his colleagues, special moments for his son, and lots of small gestures and symbolism paying tribute to him. There's also some talk about the future of Dark Order, Jim Ross's commentary about the Young Bucks' style, and next week's line-up.Then, a bonus segment featuring the Wade Keller Hotline from Jan. 1, 2020, previously VIP-exclusive, with a full review and analysis of AEW Dynamite just over one year ago.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado to review WWE Smackdown including a reaction to the Drew McIntyre announcement of his match against Cody Rhodes on Jan. 9. What kind of chance is there that Drew will beat Cody for the title? Thoughts also on Aleister Black's vignette, Solo Sikoa's current presentation, Charlotte's big year, of course Carmelo Hayes's big win and the story arc for both him and Ilja Dragunov, and more. Also, a sidebar on Austin Theory's new role. Live chat comments are sprinkled in throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (12-25-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Nick Barbati. They discussed the Christmas night episode of WWE Friday Night Smackdown including Roman Reigns vs. Kevin Owens in a cage for the Universal Title, Sami Zayn vs. Big E for the IC Title, Charlotte & Asuka defend in a triple threat tag match, Daniel Bryan vs. Jey Uso, and the first official Royal Rumble entry declaration. A spirited discussion and speculation about where Seth Rollins fits in when he returns, the pros and cons of various potential Reigns opponents at WrestleMania, our weekly pros and cons on Sasha Banks's presentation and her role in that, and more with live callers.Then, in a bonus segment, we bring you a previously VIP-exclusive Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the year-ago episode of WWE Smackdown start to finish including Daniel Bryan vs. Miz vs. King Corbin stretched into three segments, the Royal Rumble Fiend challenger determined, New Year's Day Fox match announced, lots of women's segments with Carmela, Lacey Evans, Moment of Bliss, Sonya Deville, and more, plus an Ali vignette and Sami returns to action.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Maitland discuss the final stretch of the Continental Classic including a six-way tie in one league, final Worlds End hype, MJF's new hairstyle, the Dynamite Diamond Ring final, Kris Statlander's struggles on the mic, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (12-21-2020), PTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Tom Stoup of the “PWT Talks NXT” PWTorch Dailycast to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talk about Randy Orton reacting to burning The Fiend and the return of Alexa Bliss and spitball some ideas on how WWE could have pulled this off with less controversy, Charlotte's return to Raw, the Drew McIntyre-Sheamus-Keith Lee drama, Hurt Business, an update on Lana's situation, and much more with live callers and email contributions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Nick Barbati. They start with a lengthy discussion on the new presentation of Austin Theory and whether it seems promising or doomed, what's working and not working so far, and where patience is called for but what needs to happen quickly, plus could Theory be a double-agent for Seth Rollins and he's come out of this a babyface sooner than later. Also, Becky Lynch-Maxxine Dupri, The Judgment Day, and more with live caller, email, and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (12-23-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Nate Lindberg, and Tom Stoup cover heavy promotion for New Year's Evil, Christmas with the Garganos, the Velveteen Dream problem, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (12-23-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by former Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol (circa 1990) and PWTorch contributor Joshua Chambers to analyze AEW Dynamite with live callers. They discuss The Acclaimed challenging The Young Bucks for the AEW Tag Team Titles, the Kenny Omega and Don Callis interview tearing down Rey Fenix before next week's title defense, Sting's in-ring interview with Tony Schiavone, the pros and cons of Marko Stunt, and much more with live callers. Then, a bonus segment featuring the Wade Keller Hotline from Dec. 18, 2019, previously VIP-exclusive, with a full review and analysis of AEW Dynamite just over one year ago.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett to review WWE Smackdown including a look at Cody Rhodes's character and whether his comments and actions are laying groundwork for a change in his character and perhaps a heel turn or strengthening his babyface persona to stand up for itself more. Also, thoughts on the Cody Rhodes-John Cena podcast and fascinating insights into how they approach their babyface roles differently and what it says about Cena's success and its lack of transference to others. They also discussed the other segments and matches on the show and other tangents with chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (12-18-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Brandon LeClair. They discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown on FS1 with callers including the final TLC hype, big Roman Reigns-Kevin Owens focus, Bianca Belair loses, Otis beats Shinsuke Nakamura clean in three minutes, Carmella cuts a signature in-ring promo to build her match with Sasha Banks, with other topics provided by live callers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's J.D. Buhagiar to discuss the Dec. 17 edition of AEW Dynamite including analysis of MJF's return, thoughts on him adding himself to the Worlds End main event AEW World Title match, his new look, and his promo style. They also discussed the Continental Classic, The Elite vs. The Don Callis Family, and much more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (12-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Ryan Sullivan of the “Podcast of Honor” VIP podcast to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talked about Randy Orton trying to immolate Bray Wyatt in final hype for the Orton-Fiend match at TLC, Miz and Morrison make clear they're aiming to help A.J. Styles beat Drew McIntyre, Lana scores biggest win of her career only to be knocked out of the Women's Tag Title match at TLC due to injury, Miz & Morrison beat Keith Lee, and more with live callers and emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.