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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:Is AEW's Fyter Fest line-up strong enough for a four hour block tomorrow night?Full WWE Money in the Bank preview and some thoughts on Worlds CollideWho will be a bigger star in two years among Stephanie Vaquer, Giulia, Roxanne Perez, and Lyra Valkyria? And why? Is there more to be done to build on Vaquer's early popularity with fans to move her to the next level?R-Truth and how bungled his WWE status change was by everyone from WWE to Truth to the fans and fellow wrestlersIs WWE flirting with losing a lot of the goodwill they've built up?Gabe Kidd's AEW introductionOther topics from the Mailbag on WWE and AEW including Ricochet, Adam Cole, WWE's live experience for the prices they're charging, moreBecome 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 (6-1-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Cameron Hawkins from the PWTorch East Coast Cast podcast to talk about that night's WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They discussed the Rey Mysterio retirement storyline with Seth Rollins, Angel Garza's flirting with Charly Caruso, Charlotte vs. Asuka, the Bobby Lashley-MVP-Lana dynamic and where it could be headed, Apollo Crews defending against Kevin Owens, 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 May 25 and 26, 2010.On the May 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers about Ric Flair's comments in the news this week, Triple H's potential return, John Cena as a long-term WWE champ, Michael Cole as heel manager, the previous night's TNA Impact, strengths of Impact, improvements needed on Impact, Matt Morgan's promo on Kurt Angle, scoops on the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame, WFX, Beverly Brothers, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Jim Ross's future, Eric Bischoff's Facebook posts, why WWE wasn't drawing attention to a UFC PPV headliner on Raw, will UFC 114 outdraw WrestleMania, and more.Then on the May 31, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks featured a discussion of that night's Raw, WWE's roster depth issues, Smackdown's latest storyline developments, the direction of the C.M. Punk vs. Rey Mysterio feud, Randy Orton's health, Undertaker's injury, John Morrison fitting it on Raw, Sting's heel turn, Hulk Hogan's first attempt to join TNA, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Maitland to discuss WWE Raw on Netflix. They discussed the fields for the men's and women's Money in the Bank matches being finalized. Is the field in each match deep enough? Also, C.M. Punk, Rhea Ripley, Judgment Day, Sami Zayn, and more, plus a lot of R-Truth talk including why the outrage is blown out of proportion but poor p.r. managements led to the outrage.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 (6-2-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Elimination Chamber fallout on WWE Raw, ratings predictions for ROH the next night, Samoa Joe, Steve Austin and Paul Heyman's podcast with live callers, among other topics.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Samoa Joe upgrading his WWE contract to a full time main roster deal, Karen Jarrett takes a dig on Twitter at a certain lady based in Nashville, Steve Austin-Brock Lesnar, Nikki's Divas Title reign, TNA's future if they lose the Destination America timeslot, 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 (5-31-2015) to our PWTorch Livecast post-show after WWE Elimination Chamber with PWTorch's James Caldwell & Greg Parks. They discuss Seth Rollins vs. Dean Ambrose for the WWE Title, a WWE IC Title match in the Chamber with Ryback, Sheamus, Dolph Ziggler, Mark Henry, Wade Barrett, and R-Truth, Kevin Owens vs. John Cena, a tag team Chamber match, Cody Rhodes in the pre-show match as Stardust against Zack Ryder, 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 (5-27-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg discussing the Timothy Thatcher-Matt Riddle cage fight, Drake Maverick's Cinderella run, the Women's Division getting a lot of minutes, 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 Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-28-2015), we present back to back interviews.First, PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ROH COO Joe Koff who discussed how the ROH Destination America deal come about, was ROH interested in providing original programming for DestAm, how did TNA factor in, what is ROH all about, would ROH expand further West more often, and much more including live callers.Then, in the second part of the show, Wade was joined by Matt McCarthy, an ex-WWE Creative Team member who talked about coping with wrestler injuries during his time in WWE, Kevin Owens's rise, Samoa Joe's future, PWG's rising stars, ROH-TNA situation, 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 #335 of the PWTorch including the very first In Your House, WWF gives away a house, WCW and Steve Austin come to a compromise, WWF runs its final Boston Garden Show, 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 (5-27-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Joel Dehnel with live callers and emails to talk AEW Dynamite right after the show ended. Topics include Cody's promo and setting the parameters for the TNT Title, the big Mike Tyson-Chris Jericho brawl, is AEW getting too comedic too often among top tier stars and factions, the continued loosening of social spacing and masks and expanding audience size in the stands as testing becomes more readily available, the Young Bucks/Matt Hardy character changing skit, the loose structure of how AEW determines title challengers and the detachment from the rankings more as time goes on, Jim Ross's commentary when it came to Sonny Kiss, Penelope Ford-Kip Sabian, and Christi Jaynes, Brian Cage's upside with Tazz, the polish of NXT's mid-carders compared to AEW's, 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 Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-21-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They covered these topics:AEW Dynamite review and analysis of the angle with Mike Tyson, with Todd's reasons for not liking how it played out, Cody's promo and what might be worth reading into, the Young Bucks & Matt Hardy team, and moreA walk through key segments of the latest episodes of WWE Smackdown (including the IC Title tournament and Bayley beating Charlotte) and Monday Night Raw (including MVP Lounge with Drew McIntyre, Apollo Crews U.S. Title win, Charlotte vs. Nia Jax vs. Natalya, what MVP has added to Raw so far, more)Analysis of NXT on USA (including thoughts on Matt Riddle heading to the main roster, the upside of Timothy Thatcher, the finish of the Eli Drake vs. Jake Atlas vs. Kushida match, Takeover developments, more).A preview of UFC's Fight Night this coming weekendPart of his review of the new Ken Shamrock bookBecome 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:Top matches set for All InHangman's win and promoWhat's next for Ospreay and SwerveMercedes' win and promoThekla's debutThoughts on Anarchy in the Arena and follow-up 6-person on DynamiteRicochet building a new group?Fletcher going solo or going for the tag titlesDouble or Nothing injuriesUpcoming showsMailbag and TriviaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jake Barnett from ProWrestling.net to analyze WWE Smackdown including Cody Rhodes speaking about how he's been dealing with losing to John Cena. He also brought up The Final Boss and then interacted with John Cena and Logan Paul. They talked with live callers and an on-site correspondent who attended in person. They discussed most of the other segments and matches on the show including the latest Money in the Bank developments, with chat interaction 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 two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 25 and 26, 2010.On the May 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell talk with callers about the previous night's WWE Raw, breaking news analysis of the Raw TV ratings, Bret Hart in a short-term Raw GM role?, Batista's strong performance on Raw, Jon Lovitz and the Raw guest-hosting concept needing to go, WWE needing to build new stars but probably going back to Vince McMahon's character, news on Carlito needing rehab, suggestions for radical changes to TNA PPVs, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Mitchell discuss NXT tonight, the next phase of the Daniel Bryan vs. Michael Cole feud, whether NXT will continue past this season, TNA's financial and roster situation discussed in-depth, whether house shows can help boost TNA financially, when changes might be coming, and more.Then on the May 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers about the previous night's WWE NXT show, the future of NXT, the future of the Tuesday night timeslot after next week's finale, TNA giving away another PPV-caliber match on free TV this week, WWE & TNA PPV concepts/gimmicks, Jack Swagger as long-term champion, Bret Hart as long-term Raw GM, Hulk Hogan's lawsuit, a general overview of ROH TV, Sid Vicious to WWE or TNA, WWE booking title changes TNA style, TNA creating a Championship Ranking like ROH's Pick Six, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss more the TNA Rankings, Evolve trying to make wins & losses count, Caldwell's fantasy booking on creating a schedule and "season" to differentiate the product, Chris Jericho's quotes on TNA, Jim Ross's future, Eric Bischoff's Tweet last night, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (5-29-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Brandon LeClair to discuss WWE Smackdown including Matt Riddle's potential matches, the Elias hit & run with Jeff Hardy implicated, the IC Tournament shake-up, the Mandy Rose-Otis poll skit, Sonya Deville vs. Lacey Evans, Nikki Cross & Alexa Bliss interview New Day, Nikki goes bonkers on color commentary, all with live callers & the mailbag.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Join us for a special edition of The Flagship LIVE tonight!With Joe out of commission due to dental surgery, Rich goes solo with quick-hitter news topics including a review of Saturday Night's Main Event, Trick Williams winning the TNA World Title, Daisuke Sekimoto's injury, the untimely end of Aro Lucha, NXT running 2300 Arena before AEW & more! Rich then welcomes two special guests: CEO of Action Wrestling Matt Griffin joins the show to discuss the booking of the first two DEAN~!!! shows, how the events came to be, the logistics of booking wrestling in 2025, plans for DEAN~!!!3, and more.PWTorch's Eric Krol lends his expertise in law to discuss the latest in the Janel Grant lawsuit and the huge news this week about John Laurinaitis switching back to Grant's side and being dropped as a defendant.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join us for a special edition of The Flagship LIVE tonight!With Joe out of commission due to dental surgery, Rich goes solo with quick-hitter news topics including a review of Saturday Night's Main Event, Trick Williams winning the TNA World Title, Daisuke Sekimoto's injury, the untimely end of Aro Lucha, NXT running 2300 Arena before AEW & more! Rich then welcomes two special guests: CEO of Action Wrestling Matt Griffin joins the show to discuss the booking of the first two DEAN~!!! shows, how the events came to be, the logistics of booking wrestling in 2025, plans for DEAN~!!!3, and more.PWTorch's Eric Krol lends his expertise in law to discuss the latest in the Janel Grant lawsuit and the huge news this week about John Laurinaitis switching back to Grant's side and being dropped as a defendant.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/voices-of-wrestling-flagship/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (5-21-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller with Tony Schiavone from the AEW announce team. The following are the topics Wade and Tony cover in (rough) chronological order:Which match should go on last on Saturday night at Double or Nothing – the AEW World Title match or the TNT Championship match.A look at the history of when World Title matches have and haven't gone on last as a rule.The role of a secondary title in a promotion, and some of the best examples of secondary titles and standout rivalries.Should the TNT Title in essence become a TV Title?Some thoughts on the Arn Anderson-Jake Roberts segment last night.The pros and cons of scripted promos and overly-produced announcing.A funny Young Bucks story about his first interview with them.What MJF is like behind the scenes compared to on-air.Crazy stories about Tony Khan (really!).How he has adjusted his announcing without fans in attendance.How much he knows about what's going to happen on Dynamite when he's announcing live.What it's like working for Tony Khan and AEW in generalAfter that, the full Cody media conference call from earlier this afternoon covering a range of AEW Double or Nothing topics, changes AEW has made in the PPV card and in general because of the coronavirus situation, the way the TNT Title and AEW World Title will relate to the contendership rankings, MJF's future, whether they'll exclusively run empty-venue Dynamite shows at Daily's Place or venture out, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

PWTorch's Brian Zilem and Darrin Lilly discuss AEW Dynamite and the fallout from Double or Nothing. The babyface promise from Hangman Page; the skepticism from Swerve Strickland. Deathriders get back on track with a win. Harley Cameron and Anna Jay are busted and bruised against Megan Bayne and Penelope Ford. Thekla debuts. Mercedes Mone and Toni Storm meet for the first time to close the show.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:Why too much wrestling on one weekend can be a good thing rather than exhausting.AEW Double or Nothing falloutReview of key happenings at a newsworthy Saturday Night's Main Event.The new Paul Heyman faction expandingWhy The Judgment Day is the best story to follow in pro wrestling todayMoney in the Bank outlook at this pointWWE's lack of formal acknowledgment of Jim Ross's cancer diagnosisReaction to the "Dark Side of the Ring" on DaffneyMailbag on "Speedball" Mike Bayley, Kazuchikia Okada and Money in the Bank early favoritesBecome 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 (5-25-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Rich Fann to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers throughout. They discuss WWE following in AEW's footsteps by having wrestlers in the audience, Apollo Crew's push, Charlotte everywhere, if Kevin Owens was being utilized well, the latest with the Street Profits and Viking Raiders, what's going on with Natalya, where the Rey Mysterio retirement speech could be headed, the Bobby Lashley-MVP alliance and feud with Drew McIntyre, and much more with live callers.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 May 20 and 21, 2010.On the May 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller had a live discussion with callers on main topics of the NXT angle with Michael Cole and Daniel Bryan, WWE insulting the audience with the angle, Vince McMahon looking for a reaction, why the angle doesn't work, plus a proposal on TNA cutting back their PPVs from 12 to 4 per year, what it would accomplish, TNA being forced to change booking, plus expected TNA roster cuts, why it might not accomplish anything, who should be cut hypothetically, and much more.Then on the May 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks includes a discussion with live callers on TNA Impact, the oddball Top 10 Rankings, X Division booking, the messy Abyss- Desmond Wolfe-Chelsea storyline, Sting's muddy character, Bret Hart as Raw GM?, what to do with U.S. Title, breaking news analysis of Carlito's release, does WWE want Mickie James back?, MVP getting a push on Smackdown, a third party to push WWE and/or TNA, what Jim Ross would do in TNA, Shelton Benjamin a centerpiece star in TNA, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they break down the Over the Limit PPV line-up match by match and talk more about Carlito's release.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado to discuss WWE Raw on Netflix. They discussed Bronson Reed added to the new Paul Heyman faction, MITB developments, Dom's big upside, Lyra Valkyria-Becky Lynch, Jey Uso's journey and if he has momentum or is length of Gunther feud stalling it, and much more with live callers, emails, and live chat interaction.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 (5-26-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss WWE Elimination Chamber, Booker T's color commentary, NXT Takeover, Dean Ambrose push, Austin at WM32, Lana-Rusev-Dolph Ziggler, Cena, Ambrose, WWE-NXT dynamic, more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed how TNA has mishandled Destination America publicity, PPV vs. Network evolution, why doesn't WWE end up with more black stars, Shelton Benjamin's shortcomings, will Dean Ambrose or Roman Reigns turn, should U.S. Title move to NXT, the TNA-Eric Bischoff/Jason Harvey lawsuit, 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 contributor Frank Peteani to discuss in-depth the AEW Double or Nothing PPV event. They discussed the Will Ospreay vs. "Hangman" Adam Page main event, Mercedes Mone vs. Jamie Hayter, Kazuchika Okada vs. "Speedball" Mike Bailey, Anarchy in the Arena, 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 (5-20-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg discussing a show heavy on build for "Takeover: In Your House," Rhea Ripley vs. Iyo Shirai, the Cruiserweight tournament, 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 Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-21-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Jim Ross with his reaction to Samoa Joe and Kevin Owens appearing on NXT and Raw this week, WWE's brand split history and future prospects, TNA-DestAmerica, his schedule these days, Jerry Lawler documentary, the Divas Division, and more with live callers and 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 (5-20-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Tyler Sage. They discussed the final Double or Nothing PPV hype, the returns of "Hangman" Page and the Young Bucks, the Arn Anderson-Jake Roberts summit, Mike Tyson hype, Sammy Guevara vs. Matt Hardy headlining, a women's tag match with the champion pinning the challenger, Jon Moxley and Brodie Lee talk about their title match, Shawn Spears challenges Dustin Rhodes, Darby Allin vignette, and much more with live caller 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 Double or Nothing PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They begin with thoughts on the "Hangman" Page-Will Ospreay dynamic and predictions, and then march through the rest of the line-up ending with Anarchy in the Arena.After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing Double or Nothing and other AEW topics.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:Ticket sales for Double or NothingMegan Bayne & Penelope Ford vs. Anna Jay & Harley CameronStretcher Match: Mark Briscoe vs. RicochetAEW Continental Title Match: Kazuchika Okada (c) vs. Mike BaileyThe Don Callis Family (Josh Alexander, Konosuke Takeshita & Kyle Fletcher) (w/Don Callis) vs. Paragon (Adam Cole, Kyle O'Reilly & Roderick Strong)FTR (Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood) vs. Daniel Garcia and Nigel McGuinessAEW World Tag Team Title Match: The Hurt Syndicate (Bobby Lashley & Shelton Benjamin) (c) vs. The Sons of Texas (Dustin Rhodes & Sammy Guevara)AEW Women's World Title Match: Toni Storm (w/Luther) (c) vs. Mina ShirakawaAnarchy in the Arena: The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, & Marina Shafir) & The Young Bucks (Matthew & Nicholas Jackson) vs. Swerve Strickland, Samoa Joe, Kenny Omega, Powerhouse Hobbs, Katsuyori Shibata, & Willow NightingaleOwen Hart Foundation 2025 Women's Tournament Final Match: Mercedes Mone vs. Jamie HayterOwen Hart Foundation 2025 Men's Tournament Final Match: Will Ospreay vs. “Hangman” Adam PageAnnounced matches for upcoming AEW showsMailbag and trivia from ZachBecome 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 analyze WWE Smackdown including the return of the Wyatt Sicks who interrupted a main event tag team title match in progress, marking yet again another non-finish to a WWE TV main event. Also, analysis of just about every segment on the show including the Tiffany Stratton-Charlotte-Alexa Bliss dynamic, Money in the Bank qualifiers, Saturday Night's Main Event hype, 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 May 18 and 19, 2010.On the May 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost Jason Powell of prowrestling.net take live calls for an hour with a focus on last night's Raw, Bret Hart's U.S. Title win, and the final hype for Over the Limit. Also, has Eric Bischoff's association with TNA's failures this year hurt his reputation from the WCW boom period? Should TNA change their PPV schedule? How about WWE returning to brand-specific PPVs? What does it take to become a wrestling creative team member?Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell discuss the TNA Top Ten Contenders rankings, Jim Ross's future, and more.Then on the May 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell includes discussion on the previous night's NXT show, the Daniel Bryan vs. Michael Cole angle, why it points to reinforcing Vince McMahon is the ruler of the WWE Universe, where the angle is going, plus comparisons between Bret Hart in WWE and Ric Flair in TNA, Ultimate Warrior's rant on Ted DiBiase, "Lost" affecting WWE PPV buys on Sunday, the PPV line-up, Christian paying tribute to Chris Benoit on Raw, Taz's work in TNA, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Ronnie Garvin in-depth, Linda McMahon's Senate campaign, whether McMahon can win the Senate, Michael Benoit's letter imploring voters not to vote for McMahon, TNA roster cuts, state of TNA management, 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 the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (5-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Mike Meyers to discuss WWE Smackdown including the rest of round one of the Intercontinental Title Tournament, Braun Strowman vs. Miz followed by a set-up for Braun defending against both Miz and Morrison at Backlash, ideas for where the Universal Title could end up by Summerslam, Otis & Mandy Rose vs. Dolph Ziggler & Sonya Deville, Charlotte vs. Bayley, 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 Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss the Undertaker documentary, the AEW Double or Nothing line-up, Drew Gulak, potential NXT call-ups including Keith Lee and Damien Priest, how Impact is doing with its TV show during the coronavirus area, and more.And then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason cover other topics including whether AEW's PPV should be free on TNT, Bobby Lashley's build to title shot, Tony Khan honeymoon period with fans, mystery hacker, WWE women's reshuffling after Becky Lynch indefinite hiatus, the heavy-handed Edge-Randy Orton hype, and is Brandi Rhodes unfairly over-criticized.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Tej Narayanan to discuss the May 21 edition of AEW Dynamite including hype for Double or Nothing, another compelling "Hangman" Page-Will Ospreay exchange, Merceces Moné-Jamie Hayter, the disappointing latest chapter in the MJF-Hurt Business saga, Dustin Rhodes's too-long promo, Excalibur's counter-productive pun, Gabe Kidd, Speedball, Billy Gunn, 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:A thorough preview of AEW Double or Nothing including thoughts on the build for each of the matches starting with "Hangman" Adam Page vs. Will Ospreay.A thorough preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and a look at key segments and angles from Raw last night that set the stage.Mailbag topics focused on WWE's weak TV match finishes lately really stacking up and risking to greatly disengage fan investment in marquee TV matchesBecome 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 (5-18-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Tom Stoup from the PWTorch Dailycast's “PWT Talks NXT” podcast to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers throughout. They discuss the apparent tragedy with Shad Gaspar over the weekend including a caller who was on site for the rescue efforts. They also talk in depth about Raw including Seth Rollins recruiting Austin Theory, the state of Raw's Women's Division with Becky gone and an apparent twist in Natalya's personality, the next chapter in the Edge-Randy Orton saga, axe throwing competition between Viking Raiders and the Street Profits, Drew McIntyre vs. King Corbin, 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 May 14 and 17, 2010.On the May 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Brian Hoops features calls and discussion on last night's TNA Impact, TNA booking, a caller debate on the Samoa Joe-Matt Morgan set-up, Kevin Hall & Scott Nash winning the TNA Tag Titles, WWE's line to a wrestler "creative doesn't have anything for you," history of mid-card titles, TNA needing to clean up mid-card title picture, drop Global Title and add TV Title?, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Dixie Carter shoot interview, the Sacrifice PPV line-up, Nostalgia News, and more.Then on the May 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill includes discussion from calls, emails, and chat room on tonight's WWE Raw, how the Bret Hart vs. The Miz match could play out, giving away PPV matches on free TV before the PPV, what does commercial-free actually mean?, ROH as a potential challenger to WWE, what ROH needs to become a bigger player, future ROH champion, TNA budget issues, real issue with who TNA will be cutting, TNA Sacrifice review, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss finishes and angles from the PPV, where Kurt Angle fits into storylines, King of the Mountain predictions, TNA booking four weeks of TV this week, Jack Swagger vs. Big Show, 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 May 23, 2020 episode of "Wresting Night in America" with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks who went live right after the AEW Double or Nothing PPV. He discussed the show with callers and emailers including the Stadium Stampede match and what made it different than and similar to WWE's cinematic matches, AEW's women's division, elevating the mid-card, Jon Moxley's big win, 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 columnist Rich Fann to discuss WWE Raw on Netflix. They discussed and debating the damaging effects and needlessness, no matter the justification in the moment, of yet another lame finish to a WWE TV main event, with specifics on how this historically has hurt business over time and how there are solutions that can solve the booker's dilemma that Paul Levesque faced tonight. Also, criticism of Levesque's post on Twitter/X about "scripting" the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, Zoey Starks's unfortunate injury, the Jey Uso-Logan Paul-Gunther dynamic, 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 Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-19-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Payback fallout on Raw, Kevin Owens's Raw debut, mysterious Bryan injury, Triple H's NXT media conference call, Samoa Joe, and more with live callers.Then, in the VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email topics on what is TNA doing well, what derailed James Storm, Lucha Underground newbie advice, will Charlotte's looks work against her, Dean Ambrose, Tag Teams in Pods, Jerry Lawler's shrieks, 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 (5-17-2015) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks breaking down the Payback PPV with live callers, plus look ahead to Elimination Chamber, Money in the Bank, and Summerslam. Matchs on the PPV included a Fatal Four-way main event for the WWE Title with Dean Ambrose, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Randy Orton, plus John Cena vs. Rusev, Ryback vs. Bray Wyatt, R-Truth vs. Stardust (Cody Rhodes) 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 (5-13-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg discussing the show-long story between Matt Riddle and Timothy Thatcher, Finn Balor vs. Cameron Grimes, a major title change, 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 Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-14-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed John Piermarini, a former member of WWE Creative, who discussed Payback's Fatal Four-way, Rusev, Billy Corgan-TNA, C.M. Punk's UFC status, how WWE can create their own Ronda Rousey, could Jon Jones type of character work in pro wrestling, 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 their memories of Sabu, plus issues #333 and #334 of the PWTorch including successful international shows in N. Korea and Japan, 123 Kid suffers a potential career ending neck injury, Steve Austin walks out of WCW tapings, 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 (5-13-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com contributor Brandon LeClair to discuss the AEW Dynamite episode on TNT with live callers and emails. They discuss the relatively low-key Mike Tyson announcement, the Jake Roberts promo, Chris Jericho's Stadium Stampede announcement, Double or Nothing news, Brodie Lee-Jon Moxley hype, Women's Division, should Sammy Guevara be winning more, what's going on with Taz and Darby Allin, the Tag Division reset, 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 May 12 and 13, 2010.On the May 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost PWTorch's Pat McNeil took live calls on a wide array of subjects including the Eric Bischoff-Paul Heyman relationship, the previous night's NXT cuts and the future of NXT, Daniel Bryan's position in WWE, The Miz's upside as a top star, Randy Orton's journey to being a babyface, Kimbo Slice as a pro wrestler, Vickie Guerrero's return, Scott Hall's potential to contribute to Impact, and more.Then on the May 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Greg Parks from PWTorch talked Impact rating prediction, evaluating women wrestlers, IC Title situation, Scott Hall as a mentor, and more with live callers throughout.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:Crowd in Hoffman Estates, Ill.AEW World Title Steel Cage matchAnarchy in the Arena setupMJF gets approved by the Hurt SyndicateToni Storm's next challenger is setMercedes-Hayter buildHangman-Ospreay buildZach Gowen back in the national wrestling eyeNigel McGuinness looks to be getting back in the ringAEW and Taz tribute to SabuJim Ross Diagnosed with colon cancerChicago residency for Dynamite and Collision in JulyAnnounced matches for upcoming AEW showsMailbag from ZachBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 10 and 11, 2010.On the May 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they talk about whether TNA should switch to targeting kids and families as Matt Morgan just suggested, and also how they can win back fans of UFC. They field phone calls on Sting's gimmick, John Cena's popularity, PPV pricing, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk about Batista's contract situation and whether he'd be a good fit with TNA, Jim Ross's options and status, and more.Then on the May 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell discussed Raw TV ratings, what the ratings indicate about the Raw brand, a review of the previous night's Raw, WWE's Raw product lacking an internal logic, Eric Bischoff's extensive interview, Gordon Solie and Jim Ross comparisons, TNA's product, their future if Thursdays don't work out again, future plans for the Raw GM role, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a review of Kurt Angle's latest quotes, Jeff Hardy's legal situation, the "rape angle" on Impact this week, Tiger Woods, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell to discuss the Finn Balor vs. Cameron Grimes match on NXT TV including the upside of Grimes and the value of Balor to NXT as a top star, an in-depth discussion on the career of the Road Warriors and an evaluation of the Dark Side of the Ring documentary on them this week, thoughts on the NXT vs. AEW ratings this week, reaction to the Street Profits vs. Viking Raiders basketball game, AEW's Mike Tyson announcement and the upside of how he could be utilized, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.