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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:WWE Raw's follow-up to Seth Rollins injury and Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed attackPaul Heyman's welcome return to a more prominent role on WWE TVA look at both the Raw and Smackdown babyface and heel depth charts, who can step up, who might be turned, and who could be called upCody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre for SNMECody's outlook for 2026Why can't Drew get a consistent shot at being a true top-top guy in WWE? Is it him, is it a bias against him, is it circumstances?John Cena's final opponent list - who is realistic and what are pros and cons of the optionsWas Sting's return a satisfying finish to the Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin PPV main event Death matchSamoa Joe's turn on "Hangman" Page and will fans really boo him?Overall assessment of the state of AEW heading into the final months of 2025. What boxes have they checked but what are they still missing?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Nate Lindberg and Kevin Cattani discuss the return of Broken Matt and Brother Nero, Trick Williams and Ricky Saints contract signing, Stacks vs. Leon Slater, The Culling vs. Fatal Influence, Zachary Wentz vs. Jasper Troy, Axiom vs. Sean Legacy, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (10-19-2020), PPWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn guest hosts for Wade Keller and is joined by PWTorch Columnist Greg Parks to talk WWE Monday Night Raw with listener emails. Discussion points include the final hype for Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton for Hell in a Cell on Sunday, Retribution losing in squash fashion, Mustafa Ali's late promo, Asuka vs. Lana for the Raw Women's Championship, the state of the women's division on Raw, Kofi vs. Sheamus, Styles vs. Riddle, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Jim Norton and Matt Serra are joined by lightweight knockout artist Drew Dober fresh off his record-setting 10th UFC lightweight KO — a win that came the same weekend he turned 37 years old.Dober opens up about balancing the pressures of a three-fight skid with life as a father to a two-year-old daughter, celebrating the victory with Krispy Kreme, and why sharpening his ground game is his next focus as he continues to evolve as a martial artist.Then, Melissa Croden makes her first appearance on the show — joined by her friend's rabbit, Eddie, in the first official rabbit cameo in UFC Unfiltered history. After reflecting on the thrill of winning her UFC debut in front of home fans, the Canadian bantamweight shares how a spontaneous three-month break from her paramedic job to train in Thailand helped her realize she had what it takes to pursue MMA at the highest level — while still dabbling in the profession she loves in the way Stipe Miocic did as a firefighter.Plus, Jim and Matt break down what they got right (and wrong) from their UFC Vancouver picks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 18 and 19, 2010.On the Oct. 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Vince McMahon's YouTube video, what it says about WWE's state, whether McMahon should be removed from power in WWE, historical perspective on WWE "rallying the troops," tonight's WWE Raw, WWE's one big "ace in the hole" being John Cena and Wade Barrett, the lack of hype for Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett at the PPV, TNA's booking of female TV characters, WWE & TNA struggling to draw on house show tours right now without John Cena and Jeff Hardy on tour, and much more.On the Oct. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discussed in-depth last night's Raw and the final hype for Sunday's Bragging Rights PPV. Also, a discussion with callers about the previous week's Impact and the dismal quarter hour ratings trends, whether WWE might shake up their approach to PPVs, the Eric Bischoff-Bret Hart war of words, Linda McMahon's future if she loses, the whole "Stand Up for WWE" campaign, and more. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back ten years (10-16-2015) with two PWTorch Livecasts, one right before Raw and one right after Raw.First, the Oct. 16, 2015 episode with Bruce Mitchell & Travis Bryant talking with live callers about that week's hot topics including who Rock should face at WM32, Raw ratings, Sasha Banks a face or heel, and more.Then, the Oct. 19, 2015 episode featuring James Caldwell & Greg Parks hosting the WWE Raw post-show including reviews of The Shield vs. The Wyatts, Seth Rollins vs. Ryback, Cena & Dudleys vs. The New Day, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Kurt Cadet to discuss the Oct. 20 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix with an early focus on the Paul Heyman explanation for the Seth Rollins situation, plus big news about the status of the World Heavyweight Title. Thoughts on the battle royal itself, where things could be going with Jey and Jimmy, will John Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio happen and is it a good decision, is Maxine Dupri growing up in front of all our eyes, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Jack Cornwell, a BJJ purple belt and competitor, joins Rob and Randy to talk about coaching classes, competition rules, reverse guard and what sport is often overlooked in a good base for grappling.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the Steve Austin interview with Brock Lesnar, plus reaction to last night's Raw and the breaking news of Raw's rating. They also field phone calls from live listeners on a variety of WWE-related topics.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they follow up on the Livecast to absorb the ratings news, plus answer a wide range of email topics including Global Force Wrestling, a Kane-Seth Rollins PPV prediction, a bold declaration from Keller regarding Seth, TNA in India, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this episode of PWTorch Dailycast series "Acknowledging WWE," Javier Machado acknowledges:Crown Jewel Perth resultsBronson Reed surprises, and is Reigns actually waiting for Jey to take over?Vaquer is the Real Champion; what's next for Other Champion?Nostalgia rules in Cena vs. Styles, just two guys having funIyo Sky and Rhea Ripley win, but is Sky's revenge sated?Seth wins (and loses) big on Crown JewelSeth's Vision is murky, and the Oracle can see the futureJavier thoroughly answers a question Wade asked on the Oct. 10 Smackdown Post-Show on how WWE finally conquered the mediaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (10-21-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg covering Danny Burch & Oney Lorcan's title win and Pat McAfee's return, Ember Moon's evolving style, final hype for Halloween Havoc, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 14 and 15, 2010.On the Oct. 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls for the full hour with topics including the Jim Cornette-Mark Madden rivalry, Bruce Prichard's history, TNA's lack of strict face/heel definitions, TNA's Jersey Shore cross promotion, Gail Kim and Mickie James, Shocking Angles, and more. Plus in the VIP Aftershow, Keller and McNeill discuss the possible big changes WWE might initiate in the face of declining business.On the Oct. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on last night's TNA Impact, including an in-depth review of the key segments and overall show and why they didn't work despite TNA's best efforts, plus discussion of Impact viewership that came in before the Livecast, Matt Hardy's release and why WWE finally released him, his future likely in TNA, the one missing element from Impact with brief focus on Kurt Angle's retirement, a Jenna vs. Sharmell reference, why the "no wrestling" beginning to Impact wasn't a bad concept, just bad execution, Cena vs. Nexus and what WWE could do with the angle going forward. Plus, more phone calls in the Bonus Livecast on Hardy's heel turn and first heel promo, Dixie's "smug s---" comment & Tweet, and in the VIP Aftershow, in-depth preview of Smackdown and an overview of the Bragging Rights line-up to this point and why it's not worth ordering yet.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Matt Hardy in TNA, Kevin Nash, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In our post-PPV “Wrestling Night in America” format, PWTorch's Brandon LeClair was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks to discuss in-depth the AEW WrestleDream event including Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin in a Death Match with the return of Sting, "Hangman" Adam Page vs. Samoa Joe for the AEW Title, Kris Statlander vs. Toni Storm, and the rest of the show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (10-21-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Joel Dehnel to analyze AEW Dynamite with live callers and emails. They discuss the Chris Jericho & MJF singing and dancing, Kenny Omega's new entrance and demeanor, Jon Moxley and Eddie Kingston dueling promos, the Young Bucks-FTR set-up, 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 presents our AEW WrestleDream PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build plus thoughts on the current state of AEW. Also, some closing thoughts on the Kota Ibushi injury and his potential future in the ring after recovery.After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily WrestleDream including his thoughts on if "Hangman" Page feels more confident with this AEW World Title reign than last time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner cover these topics:(00:00) Introduction - back after week hiatus(01:04) Kota Ibushi injury(08:32) Andrade legal situation breakdown - WWE ninety-day non-compete clause dispute(11:16) Switchblade Jay White "ready?" tweet(13:07) Eddie Kingston and Orange Cassidy relegated to pre-show(15:12) WrestleDream ticket sales update - just over 5,500 sold in 6,000 capacity venue(16:51) Overall card assessment lacking major hook(26:18) Kenny Omega missing from card(30:26) Tailgate Brawl preview - Eddie Kingston and Hook vs TBA speculation(31:02) FTR vs Jet Speed(34:27) Megan Bayne character development(37:21) Death Riders vs. Conglomeration(38:05) Kyle Fletcher vs Mark Briscoe 5(39:29) Jamie Hayter vs Tekla(42:02) Mercedes Moné Wrestle appearance(46:13) Hurt Syndicate vs The Demand(48:55) Brodido defending tag titles vs Okada & Takeshita(55:17) Jurassic Express vs Young Bucks(59:16) Kenny Omega likely involvement speculation during Young Bucks match(1:01:19) Kris Statlander vs Toni Storm(1:06:01) Hangman Page vs Samoa Joe world title match(1:12:17) Darby Allin vs Jon Moxley I Quit match(1:14:53) Full year Death Riders storyline culmination discussion(1:16:31) Final thoughts on expecting good wrestling but lacking big moments or surprises(1:19:21) Zach's comments and triviaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Adams to review WWE Smackdown including analysis of the Jacob Fatu injury write-off angle with a new mystery and what it could lead to. Then, thoughts on Cody Rhodes gifting Drew McIntyre a win with a belt shot to the head and what triggered that. Then, conversation of the U.S. Title Open Challenge classic match with the returning Ilja Dragunov surprising Sami Zayn in his return. Plus, the Wyatts-MFTs, Charlotte & Alexa, 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.
Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 13, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and his cohost PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops. They discussed with live callers the latest in the Linda McMahon Senate campaign, Jeff Hardy's heel turn, where TNA storylines are going starting Thursday on Impact, Samoa Joe's standing in TNA, WWE's weak house show draw over the weekend and why they didn't draw in a major region like Los Angeles/Orange County, plus the McNeill Live Event Center.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more discussion of TNA storylines, including where Fortune fits in with Team Hogan, plus the 20 years ago Torch Newsletter look back at WWF layoffs and other topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #355 of the PWTorch including WWF In Your House 3 including a lame main event finish, Raw beats Nitro in their second and third head-to-head showdowns, an update on Sabu's status with WCW, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (10-17-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Brandon LeClair. They discuss Smackdown's “season premiere” with callers and emails including the order of wrestlers featured in the new opening theme for the new season, the latest with Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, the contract signing with Sasha Banks and Bayley, the emotions of The New Day's farewell match and promo together, the return of Stephanie McMahon & Triple H, the Lars Sullivan push and the controversial baggage that comes with him, the short debut of The Street Profits, Daniel Bryan's return, Seth Rollins on Smackdown, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Jim Norton and Matt Serra are joined by both sides of UFC Vancouver's co-main event — Kevin Holland and Mike Malott — just days before the welterweights step into the Octagon.Mike Malott stops by first to talk about representing Canada once again on home soil. Well aware of the danger Holland presents, he breaks down their matchup and shares what a win would mean for a Malott family riding its own athletic high — with younger brother Jeff making noise in the NHL with the Los Angeles Kings.Then, Kevin Holland calls in ahead of his fifth fight of 2025 to explain his approach to fighting Malott and reveal which highly-respected veteran he's chasing for fight number SIX of the year if all goes to plan in Vancouver on Saturday.Plus, Jim and Matt break down the UFC Vancouver card headlined by Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen with some picks of their own.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-15-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They discussed the WWE Draft including Montez Ford, Seth Rollins, Keith Lee, and Big E, plus Retribution with Mustafa Ali, highlights of AEW's 1st year on TNT and where there's room for improvement, NXT's 1st year on USA, NJPW G1 standings & surprises so far, assessing and comparing Capital Wrestling Center, ThunderDome, and Daily's Place, and more including scattered emails questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland review Beyond Wrestling's Bound for the Floor, featuring a really awesome eight-man (mostly) technical tournament with the likes of Drew Gulak, Timothy Thatcher, Fancy Ryan Clancy, Hot Sauce Tracy Williams, and other scientific wrestling masters, plus in the first ever defense of the WWEID title, Cappuccino Jones goes one-on-one with TJ Crawford. We also look at a very news-worthy week in the WWEID program and speculate what this means for the program going forward. For VIP listeners, it's a pair of matches featuring some Wrestling Coast to Coast favorites - Kevin Ku vs. Tre Lamar and Tony Deppen vs. Kevin Blackwood.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Brian Zilem to discuss the Oct. 15 edition of AEW Dynamite including a strong close to the Jon Moxley-Darby Allin hype without any over-the-top weapons, but rather a focus on their backstory, pride, and missions. The rest had some weaknesses including some women's promos that were rough, commentary that underdelivered, and some filler matches in a bloated final show before the PPV. Chat room, email, and live caller interaction throughout adds a variety of perspectives start to finish.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:Seth Rollins's injury (apparent injury!), Bron Breakker's turn on Seth, and where this all goes from hereWhere does Brock Lesnar fit into the Paul Heyman-Bron Breakker dynamicWhat is Breakker's upside and is there reason to be more optimistic or less optimistic about his chance to be a top top actAn overview of the WWE Women's Division including how Stephanie Vaquer is doing so far and whether WWE needs to a have a clear top few acts or is having a 10-12 diverse top tier acts a positiveA review of Bound for Glory including Santana's big win and the post-match happenings, The Dudleys vs. The Hardys, some unsatisfying finishes, the needless length of the show, and more.A sidebar on how much fun Frankie Kazarian seems to be having at this stage of his careerAEW WrestleDream line-upReaction to the Kota Ibushi injury, Kenny Omega's actions afterward, Tony Khan's response to the injury, and a discussion on whether it's time to reign in the style so there aren't such dangerous, career-shortening, roster-depleting moves in so many big and not-so-big matchesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Kelly Wells and Nate Lindberg discuss a surprise winner of the women's battle royal, Matt Cardona in a singles match on WWE TV, El Hijo De Dr. Wagner's NXT debut, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (10-12-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Frank Peteani to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talked primarily about the Draft, but also cover other topics related to Raw and also pet peeves, check writing, and more. Topics include which draft moves surprised them, whether there should even be separate rosters, why NXT wasn't involved that year, top opponents lined up for each of the major champions, the pros and cons of how the tag team titles were handled, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Jim Norton and Matt Serra return for a stacked Monday edition of UFC Unfiltered with two guests and plenty to unpack after UFC Rio.First, Houston's own Michael Aswell Jr. joins the show fresh off his first UFC win — a first-round knockout in Rio — to talk about what it felt like silencing the Brazilian crowd, cutting down from 210 pounds in high school football to 145 today, and how his friendship with fellow featherweight teammate Joshua Van keeps him motivated as “The Texas Kid” builds his name in the UFC.Then, the one and only Bas Rutten stops by to reflect on his experience as an actor portraying himself in The Smashing Machine, whether Alex Pereira vs. Jon Jones should happen next at heavyweight, and more!Plus, Jim and Matt unpack their UFC Rio picks from Wednesday's episode — including Charles Oliveira's submission win over Mateusz Gamrot in the main event!Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code UNFILTERED at shopmando.com! #mandopodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 11 and 12, 2010.On the Oct. 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell includes discussion with live callers on the TNA Bound for Glory PPV, a Lively Argument on how to rate a PPV with horrible booking vs. decent-to-good wrestling, people in TNA conning Dixie into thinking re-creating WCW in the 1990s is the way to go, Raw vs. ESPN's Monday Night Football that night, whether the Raw ratings would hold up from last week's rebound, the audience caring about John Cena Week 1, but will they care Week 2 in Nexus, and much more.On the Oct. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed in-depth last night's Raw, in particular the John Cena-Nexus follow-up. Also they take live calls on a variety of subjects including the PG rating hurting fan interest, Hell in a Cell being overused, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Matt Hardy in TNA, Kevin Nash, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back ten years (10-9-2015 and 10-12-2015) with two PWTorch Livecasts.First, Bruce Mitchell & Travis Bryant talk with live callers about that week's hot topics, plus is there a quick fix for WWE, James Storm's future, and more.Then, James Caldwell & Greg Parks wonder if WWE was content with phoning in Raw now, plus more hot topics with live callers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Paul Weigle to discuss the Oct. 13 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including Bron Breakker snapping and spearing Seth Rollins in a big break-up of The Vision and how Seth's shoulder injury played into it. Also, what's next for the World Title if Seth is out of action and where does the heel depth chart stand on Raw. Plus, an extended conversation with Jason D. from Australia with on-site details of crowd reactions, off-air happenings, and more. Then trying to figure out Dominik Mysterio's popularity and whether he's overrated or still is on the climb. Plus much more with live callers 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 Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night's Raw including bad ratings, looking ahead to WrestleMania, Bailey's tremendous upside, Damien Sandow, Sting DVD preview, Dolph Ziggler-Lana-Rusev mess, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email topics including whether WWE was intentionally sabotaging Seth Rollins, was the Evolve-WWE relationship anti-ROH, TNA Title situation, a Taker vs. Cena feud hint, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back five years to the Oct. 15, 2020 episode of the All Elite Aftershow. Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek begin by reacting to AEW Dynamite's 1st Anniversary show, including Jon Moxley vs. Lance Archer for the World Title in the main event. Topics also include Cody Rhodes vs. Orange Cassidy, the opening tag team match with FTR, and a passionate and heated promo from Eddie Kingston. Oh, and they also discuss the WWE Draft, and just how ridiculous it is, as well as some of how COVID was affecting pro wrestling.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (10-14-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Nate Lindberg, Tom Stoup, and Kevin Cattani cover Dexter Lumis vs. Damien Priest, Women's #1 Contender Match, Toni Storm's return match, Draft rumors, the build to Halloween Havoc, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Bryson Jones joins host Jake Murren on Episode 127 of Forged in Ohio. Bryson is a 3-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a win at BCM Fight Night 22. In this episode, Bryson talks about his third amateur-MMA win, winning titles in other combat sports, his experience at Demolition Fight Team, and so much more. Bryson is a well-rounded combat sports athlete, and he's looking to win his first MMA championship before the end of the year. Discover more about Bryson Jones by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Bryson on social media:Instagram: @dirtyboizz419Facebook: @dirtyboizz419 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-8-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed former WWF Champion Bob Baclund. Backlund spoke about the decision to write his 480 page autobiography, what he wrote about that he wouldn't have had had written the book decades ago, and the transition from him to Hulk Hogan. After phone connection issues cut the interview short about 40 minutes into the show, Mitchell analyzed one of the major turning points in Backlund's career when Vince McMahon Sr. committed to him over the surprisingly strong draw as heel champion, "Superstar" Billy Graham.Then, in a bonus segment, a previously-VIP-Exclusive Aftershow podcast with Jason Powell that we forgot to post last week from Sept. 29, 2015 covering these topics: Reaction to the reaction to Raw and predicting next week's ratings, who were Triple H's biggest influences, evaluating Paul Heyman-Big Show segment, making an issue of Kevin Owens' weight, WWE's selective acknowledgment of history, and more as they answer email questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (10-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett to analyze AEW Dynamite with live callers and emails. They discuss the Anniversary Show including four title matches – Jon Moxley vs. Lance Archer, Cody vs. Orange Cassidy, FTR vs. Best Friends, and Hikaru Shida vs. Big Swole, plus an MJF-Chris Jericho angle, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 7 and 8, 2010.On the Oct. 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and Torch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on tonight's live TNA Impact, Bruce Pritchard joining TNA, Hulk Hogan's trip to the hospital and who could replace him at Bound for Glory, whether TNA changes course at BFG without Hogan, TNA's PPV hype philosophy, changes WWE could make to their PPV hype, Austin Aries apparently leaving ROH, wrestlers pushed because they have "the look," and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss how the Royal Rumble is structured and laid out, ways to improve the Rumble, the strengths & weaknesses of the battle royal on Monday's Raw, Linda McMahon's debates this week and whether she improved, lost ground, or stayed the same, and more.On the Oct. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers on last night's live TNA Impact, with every single aspect of the show covered along with an overall view of the product. Plus, the breaking news analysis at the start with Impact ratings and Reaction viewership. Also, comparison of WWE's audience buying into the storylines vs. TNA's audience choosing their favorites, a strong prediction for the three-way TNA Title match finish, social issues in wrestling, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #354 of the PWTorch including WCW Fall Brawl ‘95, discussing whether War Games is a dead concept, Nitro beats Raw in their first head-to-head, Austin gets released, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In our post-PPV “Wrestling Night in America” format, PWTorch's Brandon LeClair was joined by Chris Lansdell to discuss in-depth the WWE Crown Jewel event including Seth Rollins vs. Cody Rhodes, Tiffany Stratton vs. Stephanie Vaquer, John Cena vs. AJ Styles, Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed, Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky vs. Asuka & Kairi Sane, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado to review WWE Smackdown including a conversation with Jason D. from Australia with details from on-site in Perth at Smackdown including details of matches before and after Smackdown plus details on how WWE is being covered and received locally. Then Wade and Javier interact with the chat room about Smackdown's key segments and matches including Zelina's return, the Street Profits' loss and what it means, Cody Rhodes's promo talking about Seth Rollins, the return of Shinsuke Nakamura, 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 presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:Did Samoa Joe or A.J. Styles build a more impressive body of work in their careers?Thoughts on "Hangman" Page vs Samoa Joe, the build so far and the matchThoughts on John Cena vs. A.J. Styles, the build and what to expect in the matchA preview of TNA Bound for GloryAnalysis of the Don Callis FamilyReaction to the NXT vs. TNA Showdown special on TuesdayWhat is WWE getting out of this TNA alliance? Is there a master plan or end game?And moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this episode of PWTorch Dailycast series "Acknowledging WWE," Javier Machado and Mike Meyers acknowledge:The Saudi Arabia WrestleManiaAI in wrestling and entertainment, the ethics of resurrecting dead wrestlers for "dream matches"Javier remembers Peter Cushing's name this timePerfect BlueCody vs. Seth - a champion vs. champion match with some actual intriguing buildVaquer vs. Tiffany - a champion vs. champion with much less intriguing buildStyles vs. Cena - a match with some build on social media I guess???Cena's rumored final opponentPeacemaker vs. Green Arrow at WrestleMania 43Ripley & Iyo vs. Asuka & Kairi - the glorious soap operaReigns vs. Reed, part 2The Jey Uso saga - a true sequel to the Bloodline storyLA Knight is doing good for himselfCharlotte and Bliss and the Curse of the Women's Titles"Police Academy" and other (sometimes inappropriate) childhood movies...and moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (10-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Nick Barbati from the new weekly VIP podcast "The Nicky's Club." They discussed Smackdown with callers and emails including full WWE Draft analysis and what to make of all the moves made so far and what surprised them. They also look at who was eligible to be drafted, but wasn't. They also talk with callers and read emails on New Day being split up, Lars Sullivan's return, the Fiend vs. Kevin Owens match and what it portends, the Sasha Banks challenge of Bayley for a HIAC match, the latest with Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Jim Norton and Matt Serra return for a new Wednesday edition of UFC Unfiltered with bantamweight contender #15 Montel Jackson, who joins the show ahead of his co-main event bout against former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC Rio.Reflecting on his journey from wrestling to the world of mixed martial arts, Montel discusses how watching Anderson Silva highlights in school first sparked his passion for MMA. He shares his mindset heading into a fight against a Brazilian legend in hostile territory and explains how patience and precision have become key parts of his evolution inside the Octagon.Plus, Matt geeks out with Montel over Marvel characters and Wolverine, before he and Jim close out the show with their official UFC Rio picks, including Charles Oliveira vs. Mateusz Gamrot and some of the other highly-anticipated fights on Saturday's card.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 6, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring assistant editor James Caldwell and Torch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Raw's TV ratings and storyline developments with Cena and Nexus, the challenge next week vs. tons of back-story for the Monday Night Football game on ESPN, Angles vs. Storylines from Lance Storm's column, thoughts on overhauling WWE's product per the Question of the Day, TNA's live Impact on Thursday, Hulk Hogan's back injury - shoot or a swerve?, TNA's surprises and changes, plus McNeill's Live Events Center, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss overhauling TNA's product similar to the WWE QOTD, including emphasis on the X Division, tag wrestling, and women's wrestling. Plus, 20 years ago Torch Newsletter analysis of the Survivor Series '90 line-up full of big bodies from the "steroid era," Brocktober vs. Rocktober, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland review MLW's Slaughterhouse, which brings back the much-reviled Chamber of Horrors for a second go round that doesn't go much better than the original 30 years ago, plus the quarterfinals to the Opera Cup with Mistico vs. Ultimo Guerrero, Bishop Dyer vs. Satoshi Kojima, and more. We also take a deep dive into what we think MLW is trying to be, how successful it is in this mission, and ways to make a more exciting alternative promotion. For VIP listeners, Justin gives his list of the five indy wrestlers he thinks are ready for television.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (10-5-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Ryan Sullivan to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talk about Mustafa Ali's surprise angle with Retribution, The KO Show with Bray Wyatt's Funhouse, Murphy turns on Seth Rollins, Randy Orton details the darkened attack on the Legends and pins Drew McIntyre in main event, and much more with some draft speculation and ideas for new Seth disciples. They take live calls and answer email questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-8-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discussed NXT Takeover 31, NXT on USA, AEW Dynamite, Smackdown, Raw, UFC, and New Japan G1. Among the hot topics are: Did WWE underplay Randy Orton's attack on legends last week? A theory on what's up with Undisputed Era? Who was the top star in wrestling at that point in time based on that week's performance on TV? And much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Jim Norton and Matt Serra kick off the week with a pair of middleweights at very different points in their UFC journeys.First, Edmen Shahbazyan joins the show fresh off his third win of 2025 to break down his first-round knockout at UFC 320, share what's changed in his mindset since joining Xtreme Couture, and explain why he believes his best days are still ahead — now fueled by newfound dad strength and fatherly motivation.Then, longtime kickboxing standout Yousri Belgaroui stops by two weeks out from his long-awaited UFC debut in Vancouver to discuss training alongside Alex Pereira and Glover Teixeira, how a once-bitter trilogy rivalry with Pereira evolved into a brother-like bond that extends to Alex's own family, and what he hopes to prove when he finally makes his first walk to the Octagon.Plus, Jim and Matt recap all the action from UFC 320, including Alex Pereira's record-setting knockout of Magomed Ankalaev and Merab Dvalishvili's third title defense of the year.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.