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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed current WWE Smackdown G.M. Nick Aldis. The interview features fascinating insight from an ambitious and often frustrated long-time member of TNA ("Magnus"), missed opportunities, Dixie Carter, Eric Bischoff, Hulk Hogan, and his future.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to the July 6, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss last night's episode of WWE Raw, plus live calls on a variety subjects including Money in the Bank, could Matt Hardy or Christian be given a win, could Triple H fill R-Truth's slot, why was R-Truth removed, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss in-depth the prospects of Paul Heyman running TNA.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 and Jorge Machado Acknowledge:WWE Saturday Night's Main Event XL & Evolution previewsGunther vs. Goldberg; can a retiring Goldberg really win gold?Is there a cash-in?Heyman becomes the Oracle; no team name yet?LA Knight vs. RollinsRandy Orton vs. Drew McIntyreSolo Sikoa vs. Jimmy Uso, and what's next for the Somoans and TongansIyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley; can Ripley finally win?Roxanne & Raquel vs. Charlotte & Alexa vs. the Kabuki Warriors vs. Sol Ruca & ZariaBattle Royale; who will win a title shot?Tiffany vs. Trish; Jorge makes a case for a cash-inCargill vs. Naomi; Javier counters the cash-inJorge gives his thought on Cena's movie, "Heads of State," and Hollywood CenaAnd 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 Kelly Wells who begin by talking about the build for the Tiffany Stratton vs. Trish Stratus match at Evolution and whether their exchange clicked. Then they discuss the Wyatts winning the WWE Tag Team Titles, the Logan Paul-Jelly Roll angle with Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre, and more with live chat and live caller interaction throughout.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 All In PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by current PWTorch columnist Rich Fann and 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 All In but also other topics including ROH, the AEW Unified Title, Britt Baker, "Hangman" Page, and more.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:The historical significance and achievement of All InWhat to look forward to on Collision the night beforePotential surprises and returnsAnalysis and predictions of matchesSignificance of Okada vs. Omega VMoxley's reign looks to come to an end with Hangman as the right person at the right timeBecome 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 (7-10-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn to discuss WWE Smackdown including the odd and awful karaoke segment with Lana, Dana Brooke, Tamina, and Naomi, New Day defending against Cesaro & Shinsuke Nakamura, Miz TV with Jeff Hardy, 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.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-7-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is part of two distinct segments.First is a new discussion that week with former pro wrestling radio show host and convention promoter John Arezzi who talks about his new tell-all books, his new website wrestling history project, his return to pro wrestling with new podcasts, and reflections on his history of podcasting. Then Arezzi and Keller talk about the Pandemic Era of pro wrestling, Cinematic Wrestling in the context of wrestling history, the Undertaker documentary series, whether Major League Baseball can learn from pro wrestling in terms of operating safely or are the two situations just too different, and more.Then in the second half of the show, we present a September 19, 1992 episode of Arezzi's radio show with Wade Keller and Dave Meltzer as guest analysts discussing controversies including Bill Watts butting heads with top stars in WCW.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 flies solo to review the two most recent episodes of Championship Wrestling from Hollywood. After a lengthy hiatus, the promotion returned this year with fresh tapings, and we take a look at what they have to offer. Additionally, we preview two of the major independent wrestling shows from HOG and GCW taking place this weekend and discuss the WWE ID title tournaments finally heading to a conclusion. What draws people to independent wrestling - storylines or matches? For VIP listeners, we head off to GCW's The Top Play to check in on Masha Slamovich defending the JCW title against Tony Deppen and Richard Holiday vs. Parrow.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Lansdell to discuss the July 9 edition of AEW Dynamite including the final build to All In. They looked at the strengths but also questioned whether too much happened in a way that lost focus on some key selling points. They discussed the fork lift angle with Swerve Strickland, the Young Bucks EVP stip, Mercedes Mone-Toni Storm, the MJF-Mark Brisoce Talky Talk segment, the Kenny Omega-Kazuchika Okada video and lack of Don Callis promo to sell the match, and much more with chat and email interactions throughout.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:A preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event with a focus on the pros and cons of the possible outcomes of the Gunther vs. Goldberg matchA preview of WWE Evolution with a look at the array of title matches including Trish Stratus being "gifted" a match and whether it feels justifiedA preview of NXT Great American Bash with a focus on Oba Femi, Ethan Page, and Ricky SaintsA look at the ROH Supercard of Honor PPV on Friday nightAnalysis of Tony Khan's media Q&A including ROH, the Unified Title's future, Britt Baker, All In attendance, and moreThoughts on Charlotte's touching Player's Tribune article on the ups and down of her public and personal life in recent yearsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Nate Lindberg and Kelly Wells discuss Hank & Tank vs. The Culling, The Women's Evolution Summit, Ricky Saints vs. The Vanity Project, the lackluster build towards Evolution, Great American Bash and Saturday Night's Main Event, 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 (7-6-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Cameron Hawkins to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails including a lot of talk about Sasha Banks and Bayley and the prominence of the women's division right now also including Nikki Cross, Asuka, and Kairi Sane. Plus, the Drew McIntyre-Heath Slater angle, Randy Orton's actions toward Angel Garza and Andrade, praise for MVP's continued prominent role with Bobby Lashley and trying to recruit others, the Eye for an Eye stipulation by Rey Mysterio for match with Seth Rollins, 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 July 2 and 5, 2010.On the July 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and guest co-host Rob McNichol of the U.K. Sun and One-Sided Ring podcast includes discussion with live callers on the previous night's TNA Impact, Impact TV viewership, TNA's strong character development, but lackluster TV storylines, WWE's roster vs. TNA's roster, whether TNA should re-emphasize a sporting feel similar to the FSN days, UFC 116 PPV hype, WWE stars supporting Brock Lesnar, what pro wrestling can learn from UFC's hype, Triple H's eventual return, Mystery Raw GM possibilities - Hunter, Batista, JBL?, Bret Hart's feud with Martha Hart, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Ricky Steamboat's health, how WWE should and could follow-up on Raw, Ric Flair stories from his U.K. media tour, and much more.Then on the July 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and co-host Greg Parks includes live discussion previewing tonight's WWE Raw right up until the start of the show, plus plenty of discussion on Paul Heyman possibly going to TNA, a break down of his "demands" and "requests," a look at every angle of what Heyman would mean for TNA, where Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan would fit into a "Heyman TNA," whether Dixie Carter will give Heyman complete control, what ideas Heyman might bring to TNA, UFC 116 with Brock Lesnar's UFC Title victory, pro wrestling "not being cool" compared to UFC, whether Brock Lesnar or John Cena would be a better spokesperson, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back ten years (7-6-2015) to the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill reviewing Raw right after it concluded discussing John Cena vs. Cesaro going 30 minutes, what's next for Cesaro, where was Roman Reigns's fire, Dolph Ziggler's future, Tough Enough, NXT trying to find its place, and more with live callers and emails throughout.Become 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 discuss the July 7 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including hype for Saturday Night's Main Event and Evolution. The first segments of the show are focused on pros and cons of Goldberg beating Gunther to win the title, plus a late scenario from Jason D from Australia on a twist with a MITB cash-in. Also, Penta's strong showing against Seth Rollins, The Judgment Day entertainment factor, and much more with live callers, chat, and email contributions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
You've been training your grip strength all wrong, and it's holding you back! In this episode of Mark Bell's Power Project Podcast, Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang hang chat with Daniel “Raspberry Ape” Strauss to uncover the secrets to grip strength that most people miss. From the different types of grip strength like crush and support to why forearm training is key for preventing injuries, this episode dives deep into what it really takes to build hands of steel.You'll hear why lifting natural stones feels so different from barbells, how sandbag training can improve your overall strength, and the surprising connection between ancient tools like clubs and modern fitness. Whether you're into grappling, lifting, or just staying pain-free, this conversation is packed with tips for stronger, healthier hands. Don't miss it!Follow Raspberry Ape on IG: https://www.instagram.com/raspberry_ape/Special perks for our listeners below!
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-7-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Tough Enough after two episodes, does ZZ have charisma, why can't American fans be like Japanese fans, Finn Balor vs. Hideo Itami potential, was Brock Lesnar wasted on the Japan show, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the previous night's Raw including the John Cena-Cesaro 30 minute main event, Kevin Owens' future, the absence of a Roman Reigns promo in response to the previous week's huge beatdown, Seth breaks 11th Amendment, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back five years to the July 5, 2020 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America" with Greg Parks with guest cohost Tyler Sage from PWTorch. They reviewed night one of both AEW Fyter Fest and NXT Great American Bash, and also previewed night two of both shows. They also talked about Tessa Blanchard's potential landing spots, race in AEW, Bayley and Sasha Banks, 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 (7-8-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg cover Great American Bash night 2 featuring Keith Lee vs. Adam Cole for two championships, Swerve Strickland vs. Johnny Gargano, Mia Yim vs. Candice LeRae in a Street Fight, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Elijah "Spooky" Woodroof joins host Jake Murren on Episode 118 of Forged in Ohio. Elijah is a 1-0 professional mixed martial artist who is coming off an insane win in his pro debut. In this episode, Elijah talks about the pro debut win at Ohio Combat League 38, having an extensive amateur career, what he's trying to prove in combat sports, and more. Elijah is just getting started as a pro fighter, and he's poised to make a run in MMA. Discover more about Elijah "Spooky" Woodroof by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Elijah on social media:Instagram: @elijah_woodwoofFacebook: @elijah.woodroof 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 (7-2-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former "Survivor" contestant and TNA manager Jonny Fairplay with Tough Enough talk for the entire show, including reality TV veteran Fairplay dissecting the format, the production, how reality TV is fake, how to improve that season, predictions, and more.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:Where things stand for All In TexasMain Event is now a Texas Death MatchMercedes adds to her great matchesMJF is not facing Mistico at All InWorst build to a title match in AEW historyBack-to back previews of what we'll see with the Young Bucks and Swerve & OspreayAds and market team-upsOkada vs. Ibushi + Golden Lovers reuniteUpcoming lineupsMailbag and triviaBecome 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 (7-8-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Joel Dehnel. They talk with live callers and answer emails about AEW Dynamite's “Fyter Fest Night 2” special including Chris Jericho vs. Orange Cassidy, “Hangman” Page & Kenny Omega vs. Private Party, SCU vs. Dark Order, announcements from Taz and Nyla Rose, 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.
Today we jump back 15 years to the July 1, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, and MMATorch editor Jamie Penick, they begin with a discussion of the Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin fight on Saturday night, then move on to live calls on a variety of subjects including Rick Steamboat's condition, creating an MMA-style worked pro wrestling promotion, Brock's chances of becoming a Raw guest host, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and McNeill discuss the Raw G.M. situation, the Money in the Bank matches, and Bret Hart's criticism of Martha Hart.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 Jersey Championship Wrestling's recs.sports.pro.wrestling, an odd title for a fun show featuring a superlative JCW World Title Match between Masha Slamovich and Matt Mako, plus hedonism and nihilism collide when the former Warhorse Jake Parnell goes up against Charles Mason, Top Team explodes when Teri Yaki takes on his partner Jay Lucas, and more, plus we work through our grief of Goto's title loss. For VIP listeners, we head off to GCW's Take a Picture to check in on the Jimmy Lloyd and Matt Cardona feud, and also see Dan the Dad go against KJ Orso, the former Fuego Del Sol.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 who talk about the Trish Stratus-Tiffany Stratton-Jade Cargill segment, the fun Charlotte-Alexa Bliss storyline, Drew McIntyre's return and interactions with Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton, Solo Sikoa's crew with the MFT name, the way the Smackdown Tag Team Division is being featured, the state of the Wyatts, R-Truth, a big dose of Cody Rhodes psychoanalysis, 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.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:Analysis of WWE Smackdown the night before Night of Champions including C.M. Punk's Thuganomics performanceA review of WWE Raw following NOCReviews of AEW Collision and AEW Dynamite including the big developments in All In hypeAnalysis of Zack Sabre Jr.'s IWGP Title winA review of UFC 371 and a preview of the next UFC eventA review of the new Barry Horowitz autobiographyBecome 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:CM Punk returns Cena's Pipebomb with a Molotov Cocktail, and immolates himselfDoes overanalyzing a product hurt engagement with said product?How has wrestling fandom changed?What do "heel"and "babyface"really mean?What is next for Punk?Punk vs. CenaChanging idioms (and how Javier hates the current state of anime translations)Does Rollins cash in on Goldberg (or Gunther)?Javier brings up Battlestar Galactica for some reason?RIP Jim ShooterCody vs. Randy - Could they telegraph Randy's turn any louder?Ripley vs. Rodriguez vs. a spent crowdKross vs. Zayn, surprisingly normalFatu vs. Solo, Hikuleo, now Tala Tonga debutsJade vs. Asuka - time to see what you have in JadeRemembering GoldbergLate show introductionsAnd more...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 (7-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Brandon LeClair from PWTorch.com to discuss WWE Smackdown including the Matt Riddle opening promo with 10,000 bros and a fixation on his bare feet, three strong singles wrestling matches, Sasha Banks & Bayley spoofing with a straight face the Undertaker tribute video from last week, the Swamp match preview, the show-closing Jeff Hardy-Sheamus' bartender angle, 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.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 29 and 30, 2010.On the June 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss the fallout from the previous night's WWE Raw, the latest mysterious anonymous G.M. speculation, WCW's debate of giving the top push to Sting or Lex Luger around 1990, speculation on the direction of NXT, the future of Ring of Honor, and more.Then on the June 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops included a discussion with live callers on WWE Raw's mystery GM, lengthy discussion on TNA creative issues including Ed Ferrera leaving TNA and whether more creative changes are on the way, plus insight in Vince Russo's standing in TNA, what it would take for Paul Heyman to enter TNA, the previous night's NXT, whether Season 2 Rookies would be incorporated into Nexus, C.M. Punk's injury, Smackdown's MITB match at the PPV, more opportunities for young talent in WWE, what to do with the re-formed ECW in TNA, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed time off for wrestlers, how to incorporate time off into storylines, Arn Anderson's promo on Raw, WWE featuring Ric Flair On-Demand, Ricky Steamboat's DVD, an interesting WWE On-Demand Roundtable discussion of Bruno Sammartino, the death of Chris Adams's former wife and valet, 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 ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #340 of the PWTorch including WCW GAB, enjoying the show without Hogan, McMahon speaks on Savage, Hogan, and WCW's new Monday night show, preview of King of the Ring PPV, and much 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.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Maitland to discuss the July 2 edition of AEW Dynamite including the triumphant return of Kenny Omega, The Young Bucks put up EVP status after Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland raise the stakes, Jet Speed won't stay down, Hangman Page-Jon Moxley match stip set, and more with live chat and email interactions.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 (7-2-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a look at NXT Great American Bash, AEW Fyter Fest Night 1, the ratings for AEW vs. NXT this week, last week's WWE Smackdown, this week's WWE Monday Night Raw, the New Japan Cup semi-finals, plus Mailbag on Jim Londos and good books on the pre-1950s pro wrestling industry, Asuka, Nyla Rose's possible manager, the origins of the terms football and soccer, utilizing King of the Ring to determine SummerSlam challenger, a Last Dance Review, and more. Todd pops bigger for an email than he ever has before near the end.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Nate Lindberg and Kevin Cattani discuss Yoshiki Inamura vs. Jasper Troy, Joe Hendry vs. Wes Lee, Sol Ruca & Zaria vs. Izzi Dame & Tatum Paxley, Thea Hail vs. Lainey Reid, Myles Borne vs. Lexis King, Luca turning on both Tony D and Stacks, 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 (6-29-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Ryan Sullivan of the “Podcast of Honor” VIP Audio Show to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails including exploring various paths for Sasha Banks and Bayley, the success of trying to build Dolph Ziggler as a worthy challenger for Drew McIntyre, the rise of MVP and Bobby Lashley lately, what's the path for Ruby Riott, should Zelina Vega's group break up or stick together, Ric Flair's appearance, the latest with Seth Rollins and Rey Mysterio et al, Big Show, 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 June 25 and 28, 2010.On the June 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact, Abyss's "they" storyline, Mick Foley's possible involvement, WWE Raw GM possibilities, analysis of some potential GMs including Shane McMahon, Steve Austin, Booker T, Batista, and others, WWE apparently trying to turn Vince McMahon face, potential Summerslam storylines, Best/Worst Examples of writing off a wrestler from TV, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer a round of VIP member Listener Mail questions from the McNeill Mailbag, McNeill tells great independent show stories, including a story involving Mickie James, plus a detailed legal analysis of the Martha Hart vs. WWE & McMahon lawsuit, why Bret Hart might have left WWE with WrestleMania paychecks rolling in, and more.Then on the June 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the mystery G.M. storyline, the Martha Hart lawsuit, WWE running from the term "pro wrestling," Miz and Morrison comparisons, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Brock Lesnar-Shane Carwin title fight on Saturday, the dreadfully low ratings for Jeff Jarrett vs. Sting on Impact last week, 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 June 30 and July 4, 2020 episodes of the PWTorch Dailycast.First, on "Grit & Glitter" (6/30/2020), Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear discuss WWE staff testing positive for COVID-19, Impact firing Tessa Blanchard, and promotions affected by the SpeakingOut accusations. Plus, J.R. Harris joins to look back at December 2019 and discuss which wrestlers have climbed the ranks and which have suffered setbacks in the first half of 2020.Then, on "The Deep Dive" (7/4/2020), Rich Fann welcomed Chris Maitland onto the show to review the 2020 New Japan Cup Final. Key topics in the chat include “only my finish or bust,” the stories outside of the finalists that intrigued viewers, New Japan's ever-expanding singles heavyweight scene, wrestlers who disappointed with imports not available, and what lied ahead for some of the younger participants – with an eye on the G-1 Climax, whenever that can occur.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican to discuss the June 30 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including Paul Levesque's frequency of face vs. face and heel vs. heel situations that can lead to tough choices for fans or even apathy during matches including the pros and cons of Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley as the announced headline match for Evolution. Also, the New Day losing the World Tag Team Titles, Sheamus vs. Rusev, C.M. Punk getting cheered despite a rough last week, Gunther's latest promo about Goldberg, and more. PWTorch VIP analyst Rich Fann and his son join the show to talk about attending Raw with in-person observations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
In this episode, Kenny & Mat dive into Grappling's Darkest Conspiracy Theory. They discuss Helena Crevar's loss at Aiga. They answer the question on if it is okay to smash the sideline yeller parent in a trial class and as always, they answer more listener questions.Please Follow BJJ Balance on all of our socials:IG: @BJJBalanceDiscord: discord.gg/bjjbalanceTik Tok: @BJJBalanceYouTube: YouTube.com/@BJJBalanceKenny IG: @FreakPartyBJJMatt IG: @oss_nation_bjj
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-30-2015), PWTorch's Bruce Mitchel guest hosting for Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the previous night's WWE Raw, the awful rating, is Seth Rollins too weak of a heel champion, what's ahead of Brock Lesnar, the state of TNA, Matt Morgan's return, and many more topics with live callers and emails.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Tough Enough's new season, TNA losing “World Title status,” does TNA “deserve to survive,” the Kevin Owens interference in the Cesaro vs. John Cena match, 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 ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #339 of the PWTorch including WCW's huge announcement regarding a live two-hour show on TNT, what is known and still unknown about the show, an update on Chris Benoit in WWF, a preview of WCW Great American Bash, booking a WCW King of the Ring, and much 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 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (7-1-2020), we flash back to a "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Tom Stoup, Nate Lindberg, and Todd Dautel covering Great American Bash Part 1, Banks-Shirai, women's four-way, potential for Tessa Blanchard in WWE, fantasy-booking NXT vs. AEW event, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Cody "The Warrior" Wilson joins host Jake Murren on Episode 117 of Forged in Ohio. Cody's a 6-1 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off his first Caged Thunder featherweight title defense.In this episode, Cody talks about winning the featherweight title at Caged Thunder 28, defending it for the first time against Casey Boykin, what's next for him, and so much more. Cody has been on one of the best winning streaks in Ohio MMA, as the Caged Thunder champion continues to raise his profile. Discover more about Cody "The Warrior" Wilson by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about Cody "The Warrior" Wilson, don't forget to check out Episode 86 and Episode 105 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Cody on social media:Instagram: @cwilson1202Facebook: @cody.wilson.374Forged 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 (6-25-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Taz who discussed his unlikely career journey, comparisons to Brock Lesnar's suplex-based style, NXT as a training ground, Tough Enough reaction, commentating for WWE vs. TNA, switching to a podcasting career, and more.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 (7-1-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jake Barnett from ProWrestling.net. They talked with live callers and answer emails about AEW Dynamite's “Fyter Fest Night 1” special including whether the show felt special, which matches delivered and which seemed to come up short, whether Jake Hager stepped up for the moment, whether Kenny Omega will ever be the central star fans of his anticipated when AEW launched, tag wrestlers who could be singles stars, Taz's buzz-generating promo taking a dig at WWE, the Jon Moxley vs. Brian Cage delay, did Cody not go on last because of NXT's strong main event, and much 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 June 23 and 24, 2010.On the June 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussing the NXT angle, the Raw ratings, the rise of Sheamus, the Ric Flair-Jay Lethal situation, the Mystery G.M. angle, Batista's MMA aspirations, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the latest comments from Jim Ross and Kurt Angle, more on Batista's MMA aspirations, and more.Then on the June 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Brian Hoops of the PWTorch Nostalgia Podcast took live calls throughout the hour including whether showing WWE fans rookies in a demeaning role hurts their chances of being taken seriously later, Chris Jericho's strengths and weaknesses at this point in his career, LayCool-Beautiful People similarities, Martha Hart's claim, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Brian Hoops talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the various Hall of Fames in pro wrestling among other topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In our post-PLE "Wrestling Night in America" format, PWTorch columnist Greg Parks is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Paul Weigle to discuss in-depth the WWE Night of Champions PLE, including interaction with those VIP members joining by video call and those contributing in the chat. They break down all six matches on the card, including all the gaga in the main event, seeds for the potential babyface turn of John Cena, taking stock of Jade Cargill's progress, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner cover these topics:Mercedes attacks Toni to kick off the showEVP titles on the line in Bucks vs. Swerve & OspreayKota Ibushi's first ever AEW singles matchMJF in a match with Mistico? Or relegated to the Casino Gauntlet?What else is on the All In show?Women's #1 spot in the Casino GauntletHangman vs. Beast MortosUpcoming lineupsMailbag and triviaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-26-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They present a special theme episode – Better Off or Worse Off, looking at WWE and NXT wrestlers today versus one year ago. Is Drew McIntyre better off or worse off? How about Braun Strowman? New Day? A.J. Styles? Dolph Ziggler? Bayley? Undisputed Era? Keith Lee? Seth Rollins? Johnny Gargano? And many many more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.