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In this week's Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted an in-depth Roundtable with PWTorch.com contributor Joel Dehnel and former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol to preview AEW Full Gear's entire line-up, evaluating the hype for the matches and predicting outcomes.Then the full Cody Rhodes media conference from earlier that day where he addressed AEW Full Gear including the lack of hype for the Women's Title match, the return of “Rhodes” to his name, a possible Nick Aldis rematch, 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 Griffin to discuss the Nov. 5 edition of AEW Dynamite including an opening segment on the Blood & Guts hype, and then they delve into the (ludicrous) addition of yet another men's singles title, the follow-up on the "Hangman" Adam Page-Samoa Joe-Tony Schiavone angle last week, Toni Storm's great one-liners, praise for the Don Callis Family and an idea to limit the membership, praise for some detail work building the Full Gear matches, and more with live caller, chat, and email contributions 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.A look at the Logan Paul storyline last night including putting it through the Logic Test and speculating where it goes from hereC.M. Punk's World Title win and post-win promoIs WWE leaning too heavily on wrestlers age 39-47 right now, especially in top spots?Jade Cargill as a heel so far and her win over Tiffany Stratton on SaturdayRey Mysterio confronting Dominik MysterioA look at AEW Blood & Guts and what key stories might come out of the two matchesJohn Cena's tournament to determine his final opponent including some wide-ranging speculationA comparison of Cena's final run in WWE to Tanahashi's in New JapanBecome 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 (11-2-2020), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn guest hosts for Wade Keller and is joined by PWTorch.com's Frank Peteani to talk WWE Monday Night Raw with listener calls and emails. Discussion points include Drew McIntyre chasing the WWE Championship, Hurt Business vs. New Day, the potential of the Hurt Business as babyfaces, Nikki Cross confronting Alexa Bliss, Strowman vs. Lee vs. Sheamus, Survivor Series build problems, the hurting women's division on Raw, 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. 29 and Nov. 1, 2010.On the Oct. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell talked with live callers about the previous night's TNA Impact in-depth, the concussion angle, pros and cons of the concussion storyline, Matt Morgan's face turn, Undertaker's WrestleMania 27 opponent, and much more.On the Nov. 1, 2010 episode, PWPWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers on Election Day Eve, Vince McMahon vs. the government, Smackdown's ratings decline, should there be weight divisions in wrestling, Raw tonight, MVP, Kozlov, 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 to a pair of back to back PWTorch Livecasts from ten years ago. First, from Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the East Coast Cast take live phone calls and emails covering the hot topics in wrestling that week including a petition for the WWE Hall of Fame that wrestlers were participating it.Then from Monday, Nov. 2, 2015 PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell hosts the WWE Raw break down with Pat McNeill in the opening portion of the show, then live calls & emails in the second-half of the show. They discuss the build to Survivor Series including Team Rollins vs. Team Reigns and the return of the Usos.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Brandon LeClair to discuss the Nov. 3 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix with a reaction to the Logan Paul babyface turn tease, C.M. Punk's title win celebration, some Saturday Night's Main Event analysis, WWE's male roster skewing really old these days, the Dominik Mysterio-Rey Mysteiro epic segment, Bayley's direction, the first two tournament match reveals, and more including a fun chat with two on-site correspondents.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 (11-3-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss all the happenings on WWE Raw the night before and related topics. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Steve Austin's declaration about WrestleMania 32, Dolph Ziggler comment about relative importance of being able to wrestle in WWE, Vince McMahon's relative silence on financial conference calls, reaction to latest Network numbers, could WWE ratings dip below 2.0 or rise to 3.0 again, TNA's future, ROH's run on Destination America, Michael Elgin-ROH update, 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 Nov. 1, 2020 episode of Wrestling Night in America. PWTorch columnist Greg Parks was joined by PWTorch.com contributor Zach Graham for a match-by-match preview of AEW Full Gear. They take phone calls and emails on a potential faction led by Roman Reigns, Survivor Series and the lack of NXT, Sasha vs. Bayley, 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 (11-4-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg cover NXT's heavy lean into sports entertainment, Johnny Gargano playing board games with Ghostface, Pat McAfee's faction gaining steam, 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 (10-29-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ex-WWE writer and professional stand up comedian Matt McCarthy talking Del Rio's return, WWE's obsession with Attitude Era, Kyle O'Reilly, WrestleMania 32, ideas, Roman Reigns' push, 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 #357 of the PWTorch including how Bill Watts and Vince McMahon couldn't coexist, Shawn Michaels and others get attacked in Syracuse, WCW releases Vader, WWF's next booker, 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 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (11-4-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett to analyze AEW Dynamite with live callers and emails. They discussed the final hype for the AEW Full Gear PPV with live callers including the stellar final Jon Moxley-Eddie Kingston segment, the video package on the Young Bucks vs. FTR, Kenny Omega and Hangman Page separate sitdown promos and music video, Cody's current role and the Darby hype, if Sting would be good fit for AEW, Miro and Kip Sabian, and more including topics and thoughts from listeners via email.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. 27 and 28, 2010.On the Oct. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill continue the discussion this week on the biggest stories including more on the Brock Lesnar-Undertaker angle at the UFC PPV on Saturday, looking ahead to the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania, Undertaker's WrestleMania options, the disrespect shown to women on WWE and TNA television, Daniel Bryan's push in WWE, Undertaker out of character, TNA and WWE PPV buys, and more.On the Oct. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on tonight's TNA Impact, the change of direction for TNA's top storyline and positives and negatives that could come from it, Hulk Hogan's same ol' video message on "shooting" and "getting real," Dragon Gate USA's live Internet PPV on Friday, a look-ahead to how WWE could book the Royal Rumble, historical perspective on Japanese wrestlers who got over in the U.S. and African-American top stars, health concerns over blood in WWE and concussions in pro wrestling, and much more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the lack of money-making pro wrestling angles in WWE & TNA right now, how the four-year look at Raw & Impact ratings points to that, Smackdown's ratings, plus a 20 years ago flashback review of the Nov. 1, 1990 Torch Newsletter with WCW Halloween Havoc broken down in detail.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) Halloween introduction(03:24) Blood and Guts announcement breakdown - men's match confirmed(09:12) Collision Saturday lineup vs. WWE Saturday Night's Main Event(12:07) #1 Contender Four-way match criticism(20:11) Samoa Joe heel/face dynamics(22:22) Don Callis Family Summit(35:15) Blood and Guts as final Darby/Moxley blow-off speculation(41:55) Mercedes vs Kris Statlander continuation(47:22) Women's Tag Team tournament first round - Sisters of Sin upset victory(53:52) Four-way tag elimination match for Full Gear FTR earning title shot(58:13) Darby/Orange vs Garcia/Yuta opening match(1:02:29) Collision stacked lineup recap with ROH and CMLL title matches(1:04:07) Full Gear card updates(1:06:37) Zach Barber email and triviaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett to review WWE Smackdown including analysis of the Cody Rhodes-Drew McIntyre contract signing and if the new stipulation dramatically increases the plausible scenarios for Drew to actually end Cody's reign, whether Cody could end up turning heel - with the seed being planted that he believes nice guys can finish first, but what if being nice backfires? Could he lean into his psychopath traits that people needle him about?Then extended talk about the Ilja Dragunov U.S. Title Open Challenge and who could end it and get a boost. What about Montez Ford getting a singles push, with insight into why some popular and heralded wrestlers don't ultimately get the big singles pushes.Also, the state of the tag division, Jade Cargill's heel presentation so far, R-Truth confusing Christmas and Halloween, and much more 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 the Oct. 26, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss in-depth last night's Raw and the final hype for Sunday's Bragging Rights PPV.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed with live 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.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 (10-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They discussed WWE Friday Night Smackdown on Fox with callers and emails including Roman Reigns gives Jey Uso the ultimatum and Jey responds, Kevin Owens vs. Dolph Ziggler, Daniel Bryan vs. Jey Uso, Cesaro & Shinsuke Nakamura vs. The Street Profits, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

SHOW SUMMARY: In this week's The Fix Mailbag with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller, they answer emails from VIP members on the following topics:Is it worrisome that business analysis of WWE has become nearly impossible given the streaming deals, overseas deals, and fewer direct connections to measurements that include actual fan satisfaction with the product.Does it seem pro wrestling fundamentally doesn't work with fixed rosters over time? Aren't boom periods usually a result of an influx of new wrestlers, including at the top of cards?Is there a market for a major UK promotion? Did the hosts on Dragons Den miss out on an investment opportunity?Wasn't there a stretch a few years ago when Sami Zayn seemed washed up in the ring or at least dialing it down? Now he seems back at a top level, right?Choose sides in these rivals' spats with each other:Vince Russo – Eric BischoffBret Hart – Bill GoldbergRic Flair – Mick FoleyVince McMahon – NailzTito Ortiz – Dana WhiteShould the Paul Heyman group add a third wrestler now that Seth Rollins is out?Thoughts on the next wave of “freak show” boxing matches: Tank Davis vs. Jake Paul and Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather? Also is Clarissa Shields vs Laila Ali a fight that can come to fruition?Thoughts on UFC champions leaving their weight division behind.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix.” They discuss Impact Wrestling's biggest annual PPV Bound for Glory start to finish, last week's final hype for Hell in a Cell on Smackdown, the HIAC follow-up on Raw, the big UFC PPV last Saturday night, a review of AEW Dynamite, the AEW-NXT ratings, and a review of NXT's Halloween Havoc on USA Network.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 Brian Zilem to discuss the Oct. 29 edition of AEW Dynamite including a lengthy dissection and analysis of the closing "contract signing" segment with "Hangman" Page dressing up as Samoa Joe in order to attack him from behind when his guard is down. They also discuss Kris Statlander perhaps actually being an alien after all, what happened to Hook, The Don Callis Family summit, and much more with live callers, email, and chat room 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 weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:A thorough preview of Saturday Night's Main Event starting with Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre with a sidebar discussion on whether Drew can still be a top-top guy and if Cody is giving hints of an imminent turn.A look at Jey Uso vs. C.M. Punk with a sidebar on possible hints of Punk turning heel and whether he'd fit in with Paul Heyman and Bron BreakkerThoughts on Jade Cargill's turn and her match against Tiffany Stratton on SNMEDominik Mysterio's current trajectory and thoughts on Rusev and Penta too.John Cena's final opponent options, and whether Dom is better choice to go last than GuntherAre Trick Williams and Ricky Starks both showing limitations at this point as main event level acts or even candidates for pushes on the main roster after their recent work including at Halloween Havoc on SundayJon Mobley's change since losing to Darby Allin at WrestleDreamSevere disappointment with Samoa Joe's promo after his heel turnWhat's the best thing about AEW right now?What's up with TNA taking time off after Bound for Glory again?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 (10-26-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Nick Barbati to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talk about the Survivor Series matches announced including champion vs. champion matches, Hell in a Cell fallout, Randy Orton on Talking Bliss, the disappointing pushes of several top NXT call-ups including Matt Riddle, Keith Lee, and Dijakovic, plus 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.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 22 and 25, 2010.On the Oct. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact in-depth, why the show was improved yet can't answer the question of why anything discussed matters, breaking news analysis of the Impact rating dropping, the Bragging Rights PPV up against UFC 121 this weekend, Goldust's rise in 2010, analysis of the Top 5 babyfaces in TNA being flawed characters to oppose Team Immortals, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed why RVD is in WWE's upcoming video game, predictions for Bragging Rights, whether anyone would buy Kevin Nash vs. Taker at WrestleMania, Stand Up for WWE week in review, 20 years ago Flashback - WWF's A & B house shows, Cactus Jack Torch Talk, more...On the Oct. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the Brock Lesnar and Undertaker situation, the booking and match results at the previous night's Bragging Rights PPVs, a caller with a live perspective on the PPV from Minneapolis, tonight's Raw, WWE and TNA being held responsible for wrestler health issues and whether TNA gets a pass, plus 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 Javier Machado to discuss the Oct. 27 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix with an early discussion on where the Jey Uso story is headed. Also, talk about the C.M. Punk-Jey Uso face-to-face, Bayley's situation, L.A. Knight's in the top tier mix still, the Bron Breakker-Paul Heyman dynamic, and 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 (10-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed Monday Night Raw from the night before with live callers.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the proper heel or face roles for each of the Shield members, plus answered email questions on a range of topics including Daniel Bryan.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 (10-28-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg who discussed Halloween Havoc featuring Candice LeRae's big spot in her ladder match with Io Shirai, Johnny Gargano's title win, Pete Dunne joining Pat McAfee's faction, 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 (10-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed Bob Backlund autobiography co-author Robert Miller who discusses going from fan to friend as he wrote definitive Backlund chronicle.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 and NFL discussion(03:09) WrestleDream in St. Louis - Joel's live experience(09:51) Jurassic Express vs. Young Bucks(10:56) Statlander vs. Storm(12:35) Mercedes Monet open challenge(13:21) Bandido and Brody King vs. Okada and Takeshita(16:08) Hangman vs. Samoa Joe(17:09) Main event I Quit match - Missouri Athletic Commission restrictions(18:49) Sting's return(21:28) San Antonio Dynamite(24:02) Moxley's confidence crisis storyline(29:34) Repetitive feuds(32:56) Women's Tag Team Championship Tournament announced(36:30) Stantlander vs. Mone set for Full Gear(39:43) Mercedes celebration with Harley Cameron puppet(44:33) Okada defeats Bandido(49:27) Full Gear ticket sales(54:44) Collision line-up(55:26) Next Dynamite Friday in Edinburgh(55:40) Zach Barber email and trivia(1:17:52) Marko Stunt now working as car salesmanBecome 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 (10-28-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Tyler Sage to analyze AEW Dynamite with live callers and emails. They discussed Kenny Omega and Hangman Page advancing to the finals for Full Gear, Cody retains against Orange Cassidy, The Young Bucks explain themselves, and much more with live callers and emails. A big topic is whether Omega is on his way to a defined effective character and whether the path has been a good one, plus are the Young Bucks trying to be the most unlikable pro wrestling act in years, the lumberjack match concept backfiring predictably and no one looks good, and a list of strengths and positives for AEW to build on.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. 21, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers on Kevin Nash's interview covering multiple WWE & TNA coverage, tonight's TNA Impact, Paul Heyman's vision for TNA if he joined the promotion, TNA Reaction with more explanation of "they," Kaval's booking on Smackdown, whether WWE can create marketable stars trying to create "comedic" sides to their stars, Japan vs. U.S. media coverage of wrestling, TMZ marketing JWoww vs. Cookie better than TNA would book it, and much more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed who should be first in line to face Jeff Hardy for the TNA Title, what it says about TNA's booking that they don't have a strong babyface ready for Hardy, Bragging Rights overview & whether it's worth ordering & predictions on the top three matches, WWE Movies, including the Hollywood Reporter ripping "Knucklehead," the inevitable "Stand Up for WWE" campaign response telling the audience to stand up against elitist Hollywood movie reviewers, and so 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 #356 of the PWTorch including a huge Japanese interpromotional card, Bill Watts officially takes over for Pat Patterson, first preview of WCW Starrcade ‘95, Wade's Torch Talk with Eddie Guerrero, 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.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Eric Corbridge to review WWE Smackdown including analysis of the build to the Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre main event, the heel turn of Jade Cargill, whether the MFTs are compelling enough to use up so many roster spots, Bayley issuing challenge to Charlotte & Alexa Bliss, Ilja Dragunov's U.S. Title Open Challenge beginning, 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. 20, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill, they discussed the controversy erupting over the "Stand Up For WWE" campaign as it relates to Linda McMahon's political campaign. Also, live calls on Jeff Hardy's heel turn, Paul Heyman's goals for TNA, R-Truth's absence this week, Tough Enough's format, Bischoff's comments on ROH and Bret's comments on Bischoff, MVP's push, the Jeff Jarrett-Kurt Angle relationship, potential for Sunday's Daniel Bryan-Dolph Ziggler match, Hornswoggle's character, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Live Event center, Listener Email Questions on Tito Santana and a WWE continuity editor, plus the Briscoes, Kaval, 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 (10-23-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Mike Meyers. They discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown on FX1 with callers and emails including Roman Reigns revealing the big stip for his match against Jey Uso on Sunday, the courtroom skits with Miz vs. Otis plus JBL, Ron Simmons, and Teddy Long, the Seth Rollins vs. Murphy match, Chad Gable quits the Shorty G gimmick, Sasha Banks forces Bayley to sign the contract, Daniel Bryan and Kevin Owens team together, Bianca Belair debuts, sexual innuendo, 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 Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the top happenings in pro wrestling over the last week including NXT, AEW Dynamite, Raw, Smackdown, Hell in a Cell, and Impact's Bound for Glory. Some specific topics include Pat McAfee joining Oney Lorcan & Danny Burch, the new presentation of Kenny Omega and how to interpret it, the odd framing of The Young Bucks, the latest chapter with Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, trying to figure out the point of Retribution, the stellar Jon Moxley-Eddie Kingston hype, Eric Young vs. Rich Swann as the headline match at Bound for Glory, and of course the Chris Jericho-MJF steak dinner song and dance routine.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 fill in for Wade Keller, discussing Dynamite and the fallout from WrestleDream. The Opps (Katsuyori Shibata & Powerhouse Hobbs & Samoa Joe) defended their titles against The Hurt Syndicate (Bobby Lashley & MVP & Shelton Benjamin) in an AEW World Trios Title match. Jamie Hayter & Queen Aminata faced Top Gods (Megan Bayne & Penelope Ford), Harley Cameron & Willow Nightingale, and Sisters of Sin (Julia Hart & Skye Blue) in a four-way tag match. Kyle O'Reilly battled Jon Moxley in a hard-hitting encounter that ended in controversy. The Conglomeration (Mark Briscoe & Orange Cassidy) teamed with Roderick Strong to take on the Death Riders (Claudio Castagnoli & Daniel Garcia & Wheeler Yuta). Kazuchika Okada defended his championships against Bandido in a high-stakes main event. Plus, a Mercedes Mone title celebration and AEW Women's Tag Team brackets were revealed.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 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.

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.

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.

The Nubian Wrestling Advocates are joined once again by honorary Advocate, Rich Fann of PWTorch.com, to discuss the fallout from WWE Crown Jewel, including the “injury” sustained by Seth Rollins during the main event and The Vision subsequently turning on him the night after.They also rundown results from TNA Bound for Glory and AEW WrestleDream, wrap their minds around the Andrade El Ídolo situation, and set the stage for the next installment of Nate's Motown Minute. All that and more on the October 2025 edition of The NWA Podcast. The NWA Podcast drops every month on POST Wrestling!Follow Nate Milton: https://x.com/n8mozaikFollow Kris Ealy: https://x.com/KMEzDoesItFollow Ray Williams: https://x.com/2WayRayFollow Jey Lacey: https://bsky.app/profile/jerek-wins.bsky.socialFollow Girard Brown: https://x.com/BadLuckBrown11Follow Nefarious Media Network: https://x.com/KOS_Pod“For The Culture” produced & performed by Righteous RegNefarious Media Network Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NefariousMediaNetwork/NWA Podcast merch: https://chopped-tees.com/nwaBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordMerch: http://Chopped-Tees.com/POSTwrestlingOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 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.

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 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.