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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 21 and 22, 2011.On the Feb. 21, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers John Cena's potential response to The Rock on Monday's Raw, a full preview of Raw, Rock's role in WrestleMania build-up, vintage Rock interview for VIP members and historical perspective on Rock's career, a potential Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler WrestleMania match, how Christian could fit in the Edge-Del Rio WrestleMania build-up, concussion and steroid issues, wrestler health discussed in-depth, and more.Then on the Feb. 22, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took ten live phone calls for most of the live hour on a variety of subjects including primarily a reaction to big angles on the previous night's Raw and looked ahead to WrestleMania. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they compared that year's WrestleMania to the previous year's line-up, plus frustration with TNA repeating the same mistakes and getting the same lousy results.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 #375 of the PWTorch including In Your House with Bret defending against Diesel in a cage, Diesel getting pulled into Hell by Undertaker, and more. They also discuss Pillman's ECW appearance, Steve Austin called "stone cold," 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 episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (2-26-2021), PWTorch.com editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Brandon LeClair and Javier Machado to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown including the fallout from Elimination Chamber, Daniel Bryan shaming Roman Reigns for how he defended his title last Sunday night, Bryan vs. Jey Uso with a Universal Title match on the line, Bianca Belair announces her WrestleMania opponent, Seth Rollins makes a pitch to Cesaro, Otis & Chad Gable get another win over the Mysterios, 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 (2-25-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discussed the following topics:The signing of Paul Wight by AEW, whether it's a worthwhile signing, how it could go right or go wrong, and more aspects of the story.A full review of AEW Dynamite including revisiting the Matt Hardy-Hangman Page angle last week in light of Hardy posting a video rebuttal of Wade's criticism last week.A full review of NXT on USA including the Adam Cole-Roderick Strong angle.A review of UFC including the big upset victory for Derrick Lewis last weekend and then a preview of this weekend's show.A review of a busy week of New Japan events and a look ahead.A review of Smackdown including the latest with Roman Reigns and Edge.A review of Raw including the first week of Miz as champion and the continued push of Bobby Lashley.Impressions from Sasha Banks's interview with Steve Austin on WWE Network.A review of Blood Sport with Jon Moxley.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Did MJF and "Hangman" Adam Page settling on a stipulation stick the landing even if there was confusion along the way? What will the finish be and does it make Hangman look bad that even offered to put his future World Title shots on the line?Also, why "Swerve" Strickland cut a compelling and cool promo, but where it came up short in terms of actually giving fans of his a reason to turn against him. Plus analysis of just about every other segment on the show.PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Brian Zilem to discuss just about everything else from Dynamite with live chat 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 Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:The Bronson Reed injury and how it shakes out for Logan Paul and Austin Theory as a resultThe MJF-"Hangan" Adam Page "stipulation" angle being overly complex and poorly explainedMailbag Topic: Blake Monroe/Mariah May overrated?Mailbag Topic: Is Johnny Gargano's gimmick basically he is distraught he's not in AEW?Becky Lynch-A.J. Lee story and what's just off about itPaul Levesque's booking of women based around interplay with a partner rather than singular focused goals and how it's left him without WrestleMania worthy matchesThe murky lay of the land for WrestleManiaThe Brock Lesnar open challenge and options for himDrew McIntyre's options for his title defense at WrestleMania, PWTorch poll response to that topic, and options for various wrestlers in the mixSwerve Strickland's heel turn in AEWBecome 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 (2-22-2021), PWTorch assistant editor Zack Heydorn was joined by PWTorch's Tom Stoup to talk WWE Monday Night Raw with listener calls and emails. Discussion points include Bobby Lashley's win over Strowman, outcomes for next week's Lashley vs. Miz match, whether or not Lashley is a heel or babyface, Miz's first night as WWE Champion, Rhea Ripley's hyped and upcoming Raw debut, the state of the Raw women's division, Charlotte's emotional promo with her Dad, more from Bad Bunny, 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 Feb. 16 and 17, 2011.On the Feb. 16, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss a variety of topics including The Rock and what might happen from here, Vince McMahon, the Mystery G.M., Undertaker video, and A.J. Styles, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Mailbag includes a question on bad ring outfits.Then on the Feb. 17, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell took live phone calls for 60 minutes discussing The Rock's role at WrestleMania 27, whether Rock will wrestle down the road, how Rock could play a role in the potential Cena-Miz WWE Title match at WrestleMania 27, Rock's promo broken down related to Cena, two different scenarios to book Miz-Jerry Lawler at Elimination Chamber, 2011 Hall of Fame, the digital age affecting the pro wrestling business and future PPV business, why WWE made roster cuts in 2010, Tough Enough's mainstream appeal and why Miss USA was announced as the first contestant, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back fifteen years (2-18-2011) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers Impact ratings, a variety of issues in TNA that came together to plague last night's Impact, the Elimination Chamber PPV on Sunday, likely direction of top matches at WrestleMania, Smackdown preview for tonight's show, how often Rock will appear on WWE TV and the risk of over-exposing him like Hart-McMahon last year, difference between nostalgia in WWE and using former stars in TNA, and much more. In the bonus Livecast, they take calls on Hart & HBK at WM22, why WWE doesn't use WCW matches or brands, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they looked at Chris Jericho in the media that week, asked whether Triple H and Jericho were on similar paths, and made Chamber PPV predictions.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 A.J. Styles's tribute show and a look at his career including where he ranks compared to contemporaries known for great matches. Also, Brock Lesnar's open challenge candidates, untimely and unfortunate Bronson Reed injury, Je'Von Evans's match with Kofi Kingston and his presentation overall, and much more with live caller, chat, and email contributions including an on-site correspondent who attended in Atlanta and relayed off-air happenings and crowd reaction insights.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 (2-23-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions looking at Shane McMahon's return, the Roman Reigns-Hunter angle, WrestleMania 32 speculation, Raw & Fastlane talk with callers, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered a range of email topics largely centered around Shane McMahon, Undertaker, and other Fastlane, Raw, and WrestleMania 32 topics. A look at the on-air and behind-the-scenes angles on Shane's return plus some Raw ratings analysis.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 the Feb. 21, 2016 WWE Fastlane post-show featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks presenting a full break down of WWE's second PPV of 2016, plus live calls and emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (2-18-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Ethan Carter III (EC3) for a full hour live interview with live callers discussing his time in WWE Developmental, his experiences around Daniel Bryan, the TNA creative process this year, how worried he was about TNA's future, how much of his character is improvised by him, his picks for new TNA talent acquisitions, and more.Then, a bonus flashback (2-13-2016), PWTorch contributor Jim Valley presented episode #4 of the “Saturday Morning Wrestling” edition of the PWTorch Livecast with live calls and nostalgia featuring live talk with Memphis Wrestling historian Mark James, plus calls.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 (2-24-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by former Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol to discuss AEW Dynamite. They discuss the signing of “Big Show” Paul Wight and how he could be best utilized by AEW and whether it's a big deal or not. Then they delve into the matches and angles on Dynamite hyping Revolution including Jon Moxley's promo, Kenny Omega's segment, the Shaq-Cody video package, the Young Bucks angle with their dad and MJF and Chris Jericho, the Lance Archer-Rey Fenix main event, Nyla Rose vs. Britt Baker, Miro, Sting & Darby vs. Team Tez, 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 Feb. 14 and 15, 2011.On the Feb. 14, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers tonight's Raw, predictions on the WrestleMania 27 guest host (The Rock, Barker, Bieber, someone bigger), plus why The Rock won't wrestle again, Triple H's potential return, Hunter's career on the line vs. Taker at WM27?, TNA's Against All Odds PPV and the incompetent things they do, putting the TNA Title back on Jeff Hardy, Jerry Lawler's family situation and how WWE will address it on Raw, WWE financials announced on Thursday, potential 2011 WWE Hall of Fame candidates, a second/third-generation edition of NXT Season 5?, and more.Then on the Feb. 15, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed The Rock's return and his potential roles at WrestleMania, plus PPV pricing, Elimination Chamber speculation, Raw reaction, and in the VIP Aftershow TNA PPV talk, ideas for Vince Russo to improve without his crutches, Chris Jericho book review, and more thoughts on Raw and Rock.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) Introductions(04:46) Double or Nothing relocating to Queens, New York - Louis Armstrong Stadium(07:17) Grand Slam Australia recap six solid matches(17:45) Brody King national media attention(20:53) Kenny Omega vs. Swerve Strickland main event(22:47) Swerve heel turn masterfully executed, slowly building(29:33) Hangman vs. MJF face-to-face Texas Death Match stipulation(38:21) Mark Davis vs. Jon Moxley opening match(42:52) Young Bucks vs. FTR tag title program established(47:09) Willow Nightingale vs. Mina Shirakawa vs. Marina Shafir vs. Megan Bayne TBS title(49:42) Kerwin Selfies tribute(51:01) Tomohiro Ishii hamstring injury(55:46) Brawling Birds Jamie Hayter & Alex Windsor vs. Vivo Van & Becca(56:36) Thunder Rosa return(57:51) Kevin Knight vs. Beast Mortos(58:29) Ricochet/GOA backstage(59:13) New Japan New Beginning USA February 27 show(01:00:12) Hook recruiting promo(01:01:45) Chris Jericho(01:06:52) Collision card(01:11:18) Revolution card(01:13:40) Zach email and triviaSend your thoughts and questions to allelitecc@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

This show features a fun exploration of possibilities for Drew McIntyre's opponents at WrestleMania. Is Cody Rhodes the least compelling option? Is Trick Williams so over that WWE should consider him? Or even Je'Von? Is L.A. Knight a dark horse? Could this still be the year of Randy Orton?PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett to review WWE Smackdown with live chat interactions throughout including the build for Uncle Howdy vs. Solo Sikoa, the Charlotte-Jade Cargill interaction, Kit Wilson's gimmick and who the joke is really on, the Trick-Carmelo Hayes dynamic, Oba Femi showing more personality this week, 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 Feb. 10 and 11, 2011.On the Feb. 10, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, discussed the WWE Financials just released today, then take live calls with a lot of people chipping in on how WWE could improve business, plus WrestleMania predictions and speculation. In the VIP Aftershow they discuss TNA Impact's big angles last week.Then on the Feb. 11, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell took phone calls for 66 minutes on the previous night's TNA Impact, the Impact ratings, Eric Bischoff's show-opening promo capturing everything wrong with TNA's writing, WrestleMania 27 lacking star power, how WWE can quickly try to make up for a lack of marque "this is WrestleMania" matches, a potential Triple H vs. Undertaker WM27 match, more buzz for WM28 right now, how WWE can build for WM28 using this year's Mania, a potential WrestleMania 27 card with attraction matches involving Big Show and Wade Barrett, top Black pro wrestling stars of all-time, Sting's all-time best opponents, Vader in the early 1990s, DDP stalker angle in WWE, whether WWE and/or TNA will restore secondary titles, 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 #374 of the PWTorch including all the mostly good and some bad of WCW SuperBrawl VI featuring two cage matches, WWF files a formal FTC complaint against TBS, Flair wins the title as Miss Elizabeth turns on Savage, 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 episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (2-19-2021), PWTorch.com editor Wade Keller and PWTorch.com's Mike Meyers discussed WWE Friday Night Smackdown including more Roman Reigns-Edge interplay, Apollo Crews turns and injures Big E, Seth Rollins reacts to last week's segment, Sasha-Reginald dynamic explored, Six-Man Main Event, Otis turns, and more with live callers throughout.Then, in a bonus segment, a previously VIP-exclusive Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the year-ago episode of WWE Smackdown from Feb. 21, 2020 including the Bella Twins on a Moment of Bliss, a Goldberg-Fiend angle, Otis-Mandy date follow-up, Lacey Evans sit-down interview with Renee Young, Braun Strowman & Elias vs. Shinsuke Nakamura & Cesaro in a Symphony of Destruction match, Daniel Bryan vs. Heath Slater, Usos & New Day vs. Miz & Morrison & Robert Roode & Dolph Ziggler, 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 (2-18-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss potential winners for both Elimination Chamber matches, NXT Takeover and Adam Cole's turn, Seth Rollins' return, Kenny Omega's presentation compared to Roman Reigns lately, the new Exploding Barbed Wire stipulation for Kenny Omega vs. Jon Moxley, the Lacey Evans pregnancy, Sting taking a big powerbomb from Brian Cage, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Swerve Strickland beats Kenny Omega in their first-ever singles match in the main event and then turns heel. Is this a smart move to turn Swerve? Is a key how elevated Kenny seems this year?Also, Brody King reacts to coming up short at Grand Slam Australia as fans chant "F-- Ice!" Plus, "Hangman" Adam Page and MJF in a (confusing or convoluted) segment setting up major stips for their Revolution title match. And more with an on-site correspondent giving details on the in-person experience.PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Jarud Buhagiar to discuss just about everything else from Dynamite with live chat 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 PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:Can C.M. Punk and Finn Balor both benefit from their Elimination Chamber match?Mailbag Topic: Can a stipulation elevate the potential Drew McIntyre vs. Cody Rhodes match at WrestleMania?Does WWE have any other match to offer as the WWE Title match than a rerun of Drew vs. Cody? What options exist? Should they swing wildly and have Je'Von Evans win the Chamber to shake up the status quo? Should they expand to a Triple Threat or Fatal 4-Way?Mailbag Topic: What woman's match could actually headline night 1 of WrestleMania? A.J. Lee vs. Becky Lynch? Jade Cargill vs. Charlotte or Rhea Ripley or other?The Big Mystery Box in WWE - Chris Jericho or a WrestleMania mascot or what?Kenny Omega vs. Swerve Strickland on DynamiteThe MJF-Brody King saga from media coverage to anti-ICE chants to the booking of the feud to what's next for Brody King?Wheeler Yuta's hair lossKris Statlander, Thekla, and Toni Storm's next movesTNA's first month or so on AMC and how they shook things up without overhauling the rosterMailbag Topic: Kit Wilson's gimmick, why Greg doesn't like it, and Wade's case why it's not really just a laughing matter (even if Kit pulls it off great).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 (2-15-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Robert Vallejos of the PWTorch Dailycast's “MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans” to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They discuss the Gauntlet Match booking and performance in particular by Drew McIntyre, the Lacey Evans pregnancy announcement, Randy Orton-Alexa Bliss, bad Matt Riddle President's Day humor, Xavier's trombone playing, Braun Strowman making threats when talking about Shane McMahon, the Miz vs. Kofi Kingston qualifier, the absence of Keith Lee and John Morrison, 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 the Feb. 9, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers WrestleMania 28 announced for Miami and whether The Rock is the leading candidate as the 2012 Hall of Fame inductee, WrestleMania 27 match possibilities involving Undertaker, theories on why the 2/21/11 video could be Sting, where Sting could fit in in TNA, the WrestleMania guest host mystery likely being Rock, The Ultimate Fighter (Brock Lesnar) vs. Tough Enough (Steve Austin) this spring, TNA's PPV this weekend, McNeill's Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they take McNeill VIP Mailbag questions on potential WrestleMania celebrities, all-time best Raw TV matches, Shawn Michaels as a future Tough Enough trainer, 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 to a pair of back to back PWTorch Livecasts from ten years ago.First, the Feb. 12, 2016 episode with PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the East Coast Cast wrapping up the week in pro wrestling focusing on Daniel Bryan's retirement and Titus O'Neil's suspension with live calls and emails.Then the Feb. 15, 2016 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill host the Raw post-game show breaking down the top news from Raw. Then, live calls and emails for the remainder of the show.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 Griffin to discuss Je'Von Evans' big win in the main event and what his potential is. Plus, dissecting the pros and cons of what C.M. Punk and A.J. Lee said in their promos on the show. Also, the price of tickets for WrestleMania and entertainment in general. Plus Liv-Stephanie Vaquer, Finn Balor, and much more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-16-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell talked about Monday Night Raw, the Big Show vs. Braun Strowman main event, latest developments in Fastlane hype including the Roman Reigns-Dean Ambrose dynamic, WrestleMania 32 speculation, WWE financials, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered a range of email topics and other big subjects including WWE Financials, why Vince McMahon has picked Roman Reigns over Dean Ambrose, the resurgence of TNA Impact Wrestling, ROH's contracts and whether their booking and TV shows are where they should be, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (2-11-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Homicide to discuss Daniel Bryan. Homicide was around Bryan during his early years in ROH. He shares some great anecdotes and insights into Bryan as an opponent and a colleague backstage.Then, another interview from that week (2-10-2016), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill interviewed former WWE & WCW star/current TNA star “Hurricane” Shane Helms with live callers on numerous topics ranging from his former career to current run on TNA television.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 Joshua White and Brian Zilem to discuss the February 14 AEW Grand Slam Australia special Saturday night event on tape delay. They discuss the ho-hum solidness of the entire event, with some highs and lows, but mostly the expected. They also discuss the "F--- Ice!" chants including an on-site report in the chat saying they were louder in person than people were saying it sounded on TV. Will the chants help or hurt Brody King's career? Should WWE wrestlers who feel strongly speak out or be allowed to without being punished? Was L.A. Knight punished for his social media re-posts? Analysis of each match in order with chat and caller interaction throughout.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 (2-17-2021), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn guest hosts for Wade Keller and is joined by PWTorch Contributor and author of the AEW Dynamite Hits & Misses column for PWTorch.com, Joel Dehnel, to talk AEW Dynamite with listener calls and emails. Discussion points include the announcement of the Exploding Barbed Wire Death Match, what it means for Moxley and Omega, whether or not the match is too violent, and is it time for a match like this given where the feud between Omega and Moxley is. Other discussion points include the effectiveness of Adam Page working with Dark Order, Riho vs. Serena Deeb, whether or not the angle with Inner Circle worked as a follow-up to Sammy Guevara walking out of the group last week, Cody's status on the show, and more. Enjoy!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 Feb. 8, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers Monday's WWE Raw in-depth from top to bottom, Sting likely shifting toward TNA rather than WWE, R-Truth's botch and a potential new heel gimmick for him, the mystery videos on Raw hinting at Undertaker - legit or swerve?, the mystery WrestleMania guest host - Rock or Brock a better host?, breaking news analysis of Raw TV ratings, Booker T's first week on Smackdown - is it a short-term or long-term gig?, Triple H's return - will it happen before or even after WrestleMania?, Michael Cole's heel role as an announcer, a debate in the Santino vs. Del Rio booking on Raw, and a ton more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Parks take more phone calls on Santino-Del Rio, Triple H, TNA's TV Title and whether they should hold a tournament, and more. They also discuss C.M. Punk's interaction with Cena and Orton on Raw, the overall state of WrestleMania 27 hype and build-up, Dolph Ziggler's role in the main event slot on Smackdown, predictions on who will be cut from NXT tonight, 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:(00:00) Happy Friday the 13th!(03:19) Tekla wins AEW Women's World Championship from Kris Statlander(07:59) Kyle Fletcher wins TNT title from Tommaso Ciampa(13:30) Death Riders vs. Don Callis Family six-man tag rematch(22:23) Will Ospreay injury update video package(27:16) Young Bucks defeat the returning Private Party and Rascalz(37:49) Kenny Omega and Swerve Strickland promo segment and match announcement(45:15) Grand Slam Australia (Kudos Bank Arena Sydney) Collision/PPV(46:53) Orange Cassidy & Toni Storm vs. Marina Shafir & Wheeler Yuta hair match strap match(50:52) Harley Cameron & Willow Nightingale defend women's tag titles vs. Megan Bayne & Penelope Ford(52:02) Andrade vs. Hangman Adam Page world title number one contender(54:23) Jon Moxley vs. Konosuke Takeshita Continental Championship match(56:14) Kyle Fletcher vs. Mark Briscoe TNT title ladder match game seven(58:48) MJF vs. Brody King world title main event(01:01:53) Brisbane House Rules Australia(01:08:10) Email from Dennis(01:18:09) Email and trivia from ZachSend your thoughts and questions to allelitecc@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Cody Rhodes advanced, but not without chaos and controversy. Where does this leave Jacob Fatu and Sami Zayn on the path to WrestleMania? Also, Tiffany Stratton is just not working as a babyface at all, Trick Williams is getting over but not as a heel.PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann and Javier Machado to review WWE Smackdown with live chat and caller interactions throughout the show covering the build to the Elimination Chamber, Jade Cargill's title defense, Kit Wilson's entertaining execution of a misguided character, 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 Feb. 4 and 7, 2011.On the Feb. 4, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers TNA's "they" revelation on Impact, how the angle played out and how it could play out in future episodes, crowd reactions in the Impact Zone, an exclusive health update on Sir Oliver Humperdink from Brian, potential booking at Elimination Chamber leading to WrestleMania, how Mistico will fit in WWE, whether Alberto Del Rio's post-Rumble decision was announced too early, historically bad marquee matches at WrestleMania, role of managers in 2011, Lex Luger's ill-fated match to Summerslam '93, and other Nostalgia questions. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss two 20-years ago Torch Newsletters from the Flashback Series looking at WWF & WCW's business during war-time, WCW switching the World Title from Sting to Ric Flair, ol' Herb Abrams, Jeff Jarrett, and more.Then on the Feb. 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Raw, Vince McMahon's potential short-term & long-term role, the CZW-Chikara viral video, Super Bowl and pro wrestling, Tough Enough, the direction of announcing, Michael Cole, Booker T on Smackdown commentary, Ric Flair, 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 #373 of the PWTorch including potential jail time for the British Bulldog (?), WWF and WCW continue their war or words, ECW news and notes, Wade covers WWF's formula, 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 episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (2-12-2021), PWTorch.com editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Nick Barbati to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown including big Elimination Chamber Universal Title developments including qualifying matches and more brilliant performances from Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman, Jey Uso, and Adam Pearce. Also, the return of Seth Rollins, Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair interact, and more with live callers and emails.Then, in a bonus segment, we bring you a previously VIP-exclusive Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the year-ago episode of WWE Smackdown from Feb. 14, 2020 including the Mandy Rose-Otis date night, a “We Want Cowbell” chant highlights a Sami Zayn and Cesaro protest concert, The Fiend and Hulk Hogan interact, Daniel Bryan revealed as Roman Reigns Mystery Partner against Miz & Morrison, Sheamus gets cheered, Carmella challenges Bayley, more Super Showdown developments, and more in front of a hot sold-out Vancouver crowd.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 (2-11-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Kelly Wells from the PWTorch Dailycast's “PWT Talks NXT” program and PWTorch.com. They discuss the state of NXT heading into Takeover, Edge's Royal Rumble win, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, NJPW-AEW potential, and some Mailbag questions on Cameron Grimes, Karion Kross, NXT in need of a reset, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Kyle Fletcher and Thekla won their title matches. Were both title changes a good decision for what's next? Should AEW have followed up on the anti-ICE chants on last week's show that got so much attention? Did they effectively build Grand Slam Australia? Did Kenny Omega and Swerve Strickland step up for their summit?PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Adams discuss just about everything else from Dynamite with live chat interactions throughout including the return of the tassel version of The Young Bucks, the state of the Death Riders, 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 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 look at WrestleMania 42 ticket sales struggles, resale prices dipping below face value, ticket prices this year compared to last year, TKO arrogance or aggressiveness backfiringWrestleMania 42 line-up, from the strong C.M. Punk-Roman Reigns start to a potential drop-off afterward to load up night 1 and the rest of night 2 with WM-worthy match-upsSpeculation on where the mystery attack in all black attacking The Vision is goingAEW Dynamite and AEW Grand Slam previewAnti-ICE chants at Dynamite and where it could go from here, and should billionaires be excused from taking a strong public stand because they have "so much to lose"?TNA Impact after a month on AMCAnd more including some Super Bowl talkBecome 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 (2-8-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Bruce Hazelwood of PWTorch.com and DailyDDT.com to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They discuss Shane McMahon's appearance and what it meant (if anything), the Elimination Chamber twist with Drew McIntyre being put in it rather than facing Sheamus one-on-one, Charlotte Flair vs. Lacey Evans, Nia Jax vs. Lana, Drew vs. Randy Orton, Bianca Belair, Edge, 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 Feb. 2 and 3, 2011.On the Feb. 2, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers a possible Undertaker-Sting match at WrestleMania, whether Sting will end up in TNA, "they" reveal on Thursday's Impact (non-spoiler discussion), WrestleMania 27 possible main events, hypothetical Kevin Nash Mania match, federal government's PPV piracy crack down, Miz-Morrison as a possible WrestleMania match, McNeill's Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they dip into the McNeill Mailbag for questions on historical TNA heel stables, historical falls from grace for top stars, Bobby Heenan, and much more.Then on the Feb. 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and columnist Greg Parks take phone calls on a variety of topics including more on WrestleMania's possibilities, Sting speculation, Daniel Bryan, Money in the Bank, and more. Plus at PWTorch Livecast callers also MMA fans? And in the VIP Aftershow, a review of a strong Smackdown last week and a review of the Top Ten WWE Misses of 2010 from Jon Mezzera's newsletter article.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 Nick Barbati to discuss the impact of the breaking news on Bron Breakker's injury, the Elimination Chamber developments, Drew McIntyre possible opponents, does WWE really have two night's worth of big matches for WrestleMania, Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime, what are the greatest WrestleMania main events in history, is Becky Lynch's character working, could Logan Paul still be a mole within The Vision, and much more with live chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-9-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell talked primarily on Daniel Bryan's memorable retirement speech and his future.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered a range of email topics with even more angles on Daniel Bryan's career and retirement and future. Also, a video breakdown of the seemingly odd Vince McMahon moment after the gathering for Daniel Bryan.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, the Feb. 5, 2016 episode with PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the East Coast Cast wrapping up the week in wrestling with live calls and emails covering WrestleMania 32, Lucha Underground, TNA, and more topics.Then the Feb. 8, 2016 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks hosted the Raw post-game show breaking down Daniel Bryan's retirement announcement in-depth. Plus, live calls and emails on other big topics from Raw.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (2-4-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former ECW Champion and long-time WWF wrestler Justin Credible (P.J. Polaco) regarding how WrestleMania 32 is shaping up, some thoughts on alternative universe version of WrestleMania 32, the long list of recent injuries, and more with live callers and email questions.Then, another interview from that week (2-3-2016), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomed back former WWE tag champion Trevor Murdoch for a live interview with calls & emails. Plus, the VIP Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell broke down the news, events, 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 #372 of the PWTorch including WWF and WCW trading legal letters behind the scenes and on air, WCW finally turns a profit after seven years, Wade covers ECW's successful formula, 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 (2-10-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jake Barnett from ProWrestling.net to discuss AEW Dynamite including the main event of Kenny Omega & Kenta vs. Jon Moxley & Lance Archer, Darby Allin vs. Joey Janela, Sammy Guevara quitting Inner Circle, “Hangman” Page outsmarting Matt Hardy's con, too many hangers-on populating the roster, Pac vs. Ryan Nemeth, and more with live callers and emails.Then a bonus flashback to the Wade Keller Hotline one year ago this week reviewing AEW Dynamite start to finish.This episode might have been the episode that marked the series really finding its groove with most consistently good start-to-finish episode yet. It included Revolution PPV developments, the Jeff Cobb debut, Dustin Rhodes vs. Sammy Guevara, Riho vs. Nyla Rose, Jon Moxley vs. Santana, MJF vs. Jungle Boy, Kenny Omega & Hangman Page vs. SCU, another Britt Baker heel promo with Tony Schiavone, 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 Jan. 28 and 31, 2011.On the Jan. 28, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Sean Radican, they discuss with live callers a big weekend calendar including detailed previews of ROH & PWG in LA, DGUSA's three shows, Royal Rumble in Boston that Sean will be attending live, plus Royal Rumble winner and booking predictions, potential Rumble surprises, how WWE might get from the Rumble through Elimination Chamber to WrestleMania, potential WrestleMania main events from both brands, plus lots of TNA talk on their strong ratings, angles on the show, hype for Feb. 3., the issue of how women are portrayed in TNA and WWE, and much more.Then on the Jan. 31, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers Kevin Nash and Booker T returning to WWE at the Royal Rumble and how it affects TNA's Main Event Mafia angle, whether Nash and Booker T broke their word to TNA, the anticipated Royal Rumble fall-out on Raw, Alberto Del Rio winning the Rumble, pros and cons of the Rumble match, whether cute spots during the Rumble took away from Del Rio's win, the booking of Edge vs. Dolph Ziggler, the Randy Orton-John Cena staredown that generated no reaction, and more.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 Jan. 26 and 27, 2011.On the Jan. 26, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill talked with ten callers on a wide range of subjects including the new Wade Barrett faction on Smackdown, a potential feud for C.M. Punk, ROH's TV future, Tough Enough battling the PG rating and Ultimate Fighter with Brock Lesnar, Awesome Kong, Mark Henry's push, Ted DiBiase's burial, Eric Bischoff-Torch exchanges, Dolph Ziggler vs. Randy Orton, Linda McMahon's campaign, WWE dropping the HD price, and more. Plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they run down various Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania scenarios including potential Rumble surprises.Then on the Jan. 27, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed the Royal Rumble with callers for much of the show including various potential scenarios for the 40-man Rumble and title matches. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the discussed Smackdown in-depth including the Teddy Long angle, Dolph Ziggler's upside, The Corre, Smackdown's Rumble PPV hype, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.