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In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Mick Foley in his Livecast debut catching up with Wade on wrestling, his current views on wrestling, WWE standing, and much more with live calls and emails.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 discuss these topics:Aggressive competition from TKOWWE booking major events to compete against All Out and Worlds EndForbidden Door is taking shapeDifficult to keep up with the original FB conceptHangman-MJF title match setMassive Lights Out Steel Cage matchCopeland and Christian skip several chapters to reuniteWomen's Championship chaosHiromu stepped through the Forbidden DoorContinued build of Swerve-OkadaSamoa Joe returnsUpcoming showsMailbag and triviaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (8-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch Newsletter columnist Greg Parks and former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol (circa 1990) to discuss the special Aug. 22 episode of AEW Dynamite, a special Saturday night edition on TNT. They begin with the upset TNT Title win of Brodie Lee over Cody and the post-match angle, Chris Jericho challenging Orange Cassidy to a Mimosa Mayhem Match, the latest Jon Moxley-MJF hype, Kenny Omega snaps and is talked down by The Young Bucks again, Sammy Guevera-Matt Hardy angle, Darby Allin-Ricky Starks, angle, the Tag Team Gauntlet announcement, and more. Then they read emails from listeners and react.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 Aug. 10, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the TNA Hardcore Justice PPV including the outrageous disrespect toward dead ECW wrestlers with content on the show and the inexcusable use of Tommy Dreamer's young daughters, plus lots of discussion WWE Raw's final hype for Summerslam with live calls for an hour.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss whether WWE should stop telling announcers outcomes of matches ahead of time and 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 Jake Barnett from ProWrestling.net to review WWE Smackdown including Drew McIntyre's follow-up to attacking Cody Rhodes last week, Sami Zayn shifting focus to U.S. Title held by Solo Sikoa and news that he's switched from Raw to Smackdown officially, a conversation about the brand split being dropped or firmed up, the Tiffany Stratton-Jade Cargill dynamic, the state of the tag division, Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu, 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 Aug. 6 and 9, 2010.On the Aug. 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on WWE acknowledging TNA's ECW-themed PPV, whether anything will come of it, WWE's two potential courses of action, last night's Impact, TNA throwing everything against the wall, Ric Flair reduced to a cartoon, the Hardcore Justice PPV and whether the audience will order the event, the Impact special, what last night's Impact should have looked like, a caller with direct correspondence with Kurt Angle on-set at "Beyond the Mat," the origin of Angle's comments critical of John Cena's movie, where Angle might end up at the end of his career, and much more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the NWA Legends Fanfest this weekend, the history of the "Parade of Champions" brand in World Class, how the demise of World Class's big cards relates to current wrestling PPVs, and more.Then on the Aug. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on last night's Hardcore Justice PPV, an in-depth review of everything that went wrong with the show, what worked, who from the ECW Originals could be utilized by TNA going forward, why the PPV captured everything that's wrong with TNA right now, plus a preview and predictions for Monday's Raw, looking ahead to how WWE will fill out Team Cena for Summerslam, plus analysis of a new angle in TNA at the end of the Impact TV taping for Thursday (contains dancing around SPOILERS discussion), 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 #346 of the PWTorch including all the news from JJ and Roadie quitting WWF and how Vince reacted, various news and notes including Owen getting fined, whether Jarrett is in the top ten of ‘95 wrestlers, how Wade compares WCW vs. WWF, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (8-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Mike Meyers, Brandon LeClair, and Javier Machado for a multi-perspective discussion on the top angles from the show including The Fiend-Alexa Bliss-Braun Strowman, the latest developments with Retribution and how Big E might fit into it, A.J. Styles mocking the AEW Champion Contendership rankings and starting a feud wtih Jeff Hardy, a Triple Brand Battle Royal with an Asuka victory to set up Summerslam, the Sonya Deville-Mandy Rose hair match stipulation set-up, an announcement about another WWE PPV the week after Summerslam and the end of the Performance Center era for Smackdown, and more. Listener emails are sprinkled in, too.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-11-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn. They talk Raw Underground and ideas where it's headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock's purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler's push, Daniel Bryan's future and whether he's better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxley, the new Raw faction teases yesterday, and 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 Dan Kuester to discuss the August 13 edition of AEW Dynamite including Christian and Adam Copeland hugging it out, the hilarious "Fight Forever" chant for Stokely vs. Copeland, the latest additions to the Forbidden Door, AEW's PPV future in streaming landscape (Dan is a college Econ Professor who does sports media classes), the main event they didn't advertise ahead of time, and much more with chat and email interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:TKO's new media deals and how it will affect the presentation of major UFC events and how the motivations for both WWE and UFC are changing based on the revenue platforms they're on nowHow TKO's executives show no passion for pro wrestling as an art form and merely see it as a product to distribute and make money onJohn Cena's way-off-target post-Summerslam promo that showed a selfishness and/or obliviousness to what the top story was and how disrespectful he was (once again) to Cody RhodesThe Brock Lesnar return decisionIs WWE going too far with the head-to-head competition scheduling of major events against AEW? What is the motivation and is there a downside?"Hangman" Page as champion and MJF stepping up as a major challengerThe Don Callis Family and the upside of Kyle FletcherThe state of AEW's tag team and women's divisions, what's working and where there's still work to be doneWWE Unreal and what the motivations seem to be for producing the series and if it is doing harmBecome 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 (8-10-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch East Coast Cast cohost Cameron Hawkins to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw including week two of Raw Underground and Retribution, a big Randy Orton-Ric Flair angle, a big Seth Rollins-Dominic angle, Asuka vs. Sasha Banks, more with MVP and Apollo Crews, Natalya and Lana show up, and more. They incorporate live callers and emails into the mix which included an in-depth discussion on Seth's current role and place in wrestling along with his social media habits.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 Aug. 4 and 5, 2010.On the Aug. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell (on-location from Memphis!) and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers on awful NXT angle the previous night, Samoa Joe situation in TNA, Hardcore Justice PPV, what to expect at ECW-themed PPV, whether some TNA wrestlers are disgruntled with ECW emphasis, how Wilpon Family alleged start-up promotion affects TNA locker room, Randy Savage and Bob Backlund as potential WWE Hall of Fame candidates, Goldust vs. Raven at this stage of their careers, where Jim Ross fits in WWE right now, and much more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed NXT eliminations and who's on the cut list. Also, McNeill Mailbag with listener questions on potential WWE cuts right around the time of WWE earnings report, young wrestlers started to be pushed in WWE and how that might affect TNA wrestlers, and more.Then on the Aug. 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed the WWE PPV financial returns including a particular focus on the PPV buyrate drop with various ideas for how WWE might and should respond to the numbers. Also, TNA's production values, NXT's kissing content, Daniel Bryan possibly joining Team Cena, and Hardcore Justice thoughts in 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 Christopher Adams to discuss the August 11 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including another non-finish in a WWE TV main event and why it's going to cost WWE, a compelling L.A. Knight-C.M. Punk exchange covering the issues they had with each other after last week, Naomi situation, a four-way WWE Title match announced for the Clash in Parison, some Seth Rollins fake injury storyline talk at the end, and more with live caller, mailbag, 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 (8-11-2015), PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell guest hosted for Wade and was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell. They discussed with live callers Raw, Summerslam hype, the Brock Lesnar-Undertaker video, NXT's Barclay's sellout, Sting vs. Taker possibilities, Daniel Bryan's book, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about Matt Striker's announcing, prospects of NXT specials, could Daniel Bryan make a difference for New Japan in the U.S., Triple H's canny p.r. for NXT, how much does WWE actually need ROH to create new stars, and some NFL talk.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 PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks hosting a Raw post-show including a WWE Title match, a sense of weakness in Summerslam build, and more with live caller and email interactions.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 (8-12-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Tom Stoup, Nate Lindberg, and Kevin Cattani covering Velveteen Dream surprise return, Keith Lee fireball angle, Reed vs. Priest, plus Dakota Kai, Io Shirai, 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 Aug. 2 and 3, 2010.On the Aug. 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers on that night's WWE Raw, non-Spoiler preview and discussion, how long the Nexus storyline could play out, where Triple H fits into the picture, potential babyface turns from Chris Jericho and Edge and when those might occur, whether Jericho will renew his WWE contract, the role of WWE agents, notable agents in WWE, TNA Impact ratings, some alarming demographic numbers from early 2010 to current Impact ratings, and more.Then on the Aug. 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the latest on the two big PPVs that month - Summerslam and Hardcore Justice. They also take calls throughout the show on a variety of topics ranging from Chris Jericho's finisher changing, The Rock missing from the movie plug last night, Percy Watson's gimmick. the Atlanta Hall of Fame, Great Khali, Impact's demographic rating, Goldberg's WWE push, Eric Bischoff, Miz, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the upstart Sean Davis group that is making waves of going national and signing big names, Miz vs. Randy Orton on Raw, Brett Favre and an NFC preview, 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 #345 of the PWTorch including a great In Your House PPV, JJ performs "With My Baby Tonight," wrestles a MOTY candidate, then walks out on the WWF, massive layoffs in WWF, 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 (8-12-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Tyler Sage to discuss AEW Dynamite including the Orange Cassidy-Chris Jericho rematch, Cody defending against Scorpio Sky, “Hangman” Page & Kenny Omega vs. Jurassic Express, a Tag Team Appreciation theme with a segment involving FTR, The Young Bucks, The Rock & Roll Express, and Tully Blanchard & Arn Anderson. Talking points include discussing the disappointing MJF promo and one line in particular that stood out, featuring Mike Chioda in the Jericho-Cassidy rematch, whether Cody is self-aware of how the entourage is coming across and Jim Ross drawing attention to it, and 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 July 29 and 30, 2010.On the July 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on the random Hulk Hogan rumor today, TNA Impact tonight, the "free TV" PPV on Impact after Hardcore Justice, whether the Impact special can help boost ratings long-term, the latest on Paul Heyman, TNA's Ranking system, Raw SPOILERS for next week, John Cena ripping Percy Watson, WWE's Raw GM storyline, Nexus's "higher power," Abyss's "they," and Kevin Nash-Jeff Jarrett tangled webs of convoluted and confusing storylines.Then on the July 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on last night's TNA Impact, some seriously-flawed elements of the show, the introduction of the TV Title, what TNA has a chance to prove (discipline) introducing the new title, Eric Young randomly back on Impact doing comedy, TNA's line-up for the Aug. 12 Impact special, potential expectations for the Hardcore Justice PPV, Breaking News analysis during the show of TNA Impact viewership, Breaking News analysis of Carlito booked for MTV2 taping, potential WWE Hall of Fame inductees, when Shawn Michaels could be in WWE HOF, Bobby Heenan's health, Jim Ross's future as an announcer, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Summerslam PPV line-up, whether it's a strong-enough line-up for a Summerslam, what to do with NXT Season 2 Rookies, 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:MJF in "Happy Gilmore 2"World title pictureBrodido upsets The Young BucksChristian and Cope still feel like there is a long way to goJon Moxley vs. SpeedballDarby lays out challenge for MoxleyReports of The Hurt Syndicate "rubbing people the wrong way backstage"Alex Windsor added to the TBS Championship match and Athena bests Toni StormSwerve promo on OkadaKyle Fletcher TNT Championship celebrationUpcoming showsMailbag and triviaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado to review WWE Smackdown including a high-energy feel-good celebration by John Cena in which he largely ignored he lost the top WWE Title and that Cody Rhodes beat him in a classic, and instead decided to talk about the Montreal Screwjob and management fearing certain crowd reactions. Then a pivot for Cody Rhodes to Drew McIntyre after an unannounced main event of Cody & Cena vs. Drew & Logan Paul. With live callers and live chat interaction, they also discussed Charlotte-Alexa Bliss and the dolls, the Tiffany-Jade Cargill follow-up, the tag division, the Brock Lesnar return, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 27 and 28, 2010.On the July 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they take live calls for one hour discussing primarily last night's Raw including the dissension in Team Cena, John Morrison's characters's future, Wade Barrett, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they spend 25 minutes on the very latest developments in the TNA-ECW angle from this week's tapings, how the previous week's Impact played out, Tommy Dreamer's new influence, and what happens next.Then on the July 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls on a wide range of subjects including NXT, TNA's increased talent budget leading to nothing, Carlito's prospects of catching on with TNA, Nexus's credibility against WWE's Team, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill and Keller discuss the Summerslam tri-main-events, possible match quality and match outcomes, and what might fill in the undercard.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 (8-7-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann to discuss the Retribution ransacking Smackdown and whether WWE could be trusted to run an angle that resembled then then-current events on the streets of the United States this summer, Mandy Rose's soccer mom haircut, Matt Riddle vs. Sheamus, Big E's mission statement, Braun Strowman resurfaces (see what I did there?) and says he doesn't care about Alexa Bliss as he promises revenge on The Fiend, Stephanie McMahon tells Bayley and Sasha Banks what she has in mind for them at Summerslam, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-4-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist and podcaster Greg Parks. They talked Raw Underground and ideas where it's headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock's purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler's push, Daniel Bryan's future and whether he's better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxley, the new Raw faction teases yesterday, and 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 August 5 edition of AEW Dynamite including a discussion on whether this is the best version of the Young Bucks Yet, Mox vs. Speedball, more MJF-Hurt Syndicate interaction, MJF vs. Mark Briscoe, a big upset win for Brandido over the Bucks, Darby haunts Moxley, 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:Brock Lesnar's returnJohn Cena's babyface turnThe so-called "Ruse of the Century"Summerslam's key developments on both nightsAEW's post-All In lullWhere will AEW get its next wave of star wrestlersWWE Unreal including a theory on Chris Park being a focus of episode one, the motivations for even doing the show, Randy Orton's feelings about this exposing too much, and 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 (8-5-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch.com's Brandon LeClair to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw including the debut of Raw Underground starring Shane McMahon, Shayna Baszler vs. Sasha Banks, lights flickering and mics cutting out due to a mystery faction, Drew McIntyre and Randy Orton on the mic, Montez Ford poisoned, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 23 and 26, 2010.On the July 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they took live calls for an hour mostly reacting to last night's edition of TNA Impact and the ECW segment with Dixie Carter at the end of the show. They also discussed Raw and other current events. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Mitchell discuss a few more items from Impact not covered during the Livecast.Then on the July 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers leading right up to WWE Raw previewing the show, talking about what WWE would do on Raw building to Summerslam, and discussion of whether Nexus vs. Team Cena is a lopsided match-up. Also, topics discussed include Vince McMahon's interview, McMahon seemingly disconnected from reality, history of McMahon put into a corner to make changes, his comments on Chris Benoit, also, NXT Season 2 Rookies, Dolph Ziggler, history of hazings in WWE, TNA topics on the ECW-themed PPV, Mick Foley's stock dropping, the latest on Paul Heyman, 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 PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill hosting a Raw post-show including the Roddy Piper tribute, Seth Rollins's title defense, Summerslam booking scenarios, and mailbag questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Kelly Wells to discuss the August 4 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including the Summerslam follow-up with Paul Heyman and Seth Rollins gloating about the Ruse of the Century, but what did they actually accomplish (and does that even matter)? Also, yet another WWE TV main event with a crap finish. Plus, Brock Lesnar's return debated, Becky Lynch, Bayley, El Grande Americanos, Dominik Mysterio, 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 ten years ago (8-4-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller andJ PWTorch's Jim Valley discuss “Rowdy” Roddy Piper and Raw. Valley talks about his lengthy 2001 radio interviews with Piper and Ric Flair and then callers talk of experiences with Piper away from ring, plus caller topics on Divas Revolution and more.Then in the next segment, Wade (8-7-2015) talks live with Jonny Fairplay about Roddy Piper with unique insight on Piper's life and career from working closely with him. Plus, more interesting discussion with live calls and emails.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 first joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks for a brief rundown of Summerslam Night 2 and in-depth analysis of the post-main event return angle. Later, PWTorch host and contributor Javier Machado joins Brandon to continue the discussion and break down the card match by match, including Cena-Cody, Naomi-Ripley-Sky, Lynch-Valkyria, and more. They also expand on the moral dilemma of welcoming Brock Lesnar back into the fold, what's next for major players like Cody, Becky, and Bayley, and opinions on WWE's match layout over the weekend and how a few swaps could've improved the show's overall pacing.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 (8-5-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg cover the Adam Cole-Pat McAfee main event storyline, Rhea Ripley vs. Dakota Kai, Damian Priest, Keith Lee, 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 five years ago (7-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Justin Credible with some blunt talk on racism in wrestling in reaction to Hulk Hogan racist comments surfacing, how Steve Austin beat the WWE system of scripted promos or being edited on taped show, Roman Reigns' struggles, John Cena's strength, and much more with live callers.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 and Greg Parks, along with Sean Plichta, discuss Summerslam Night 1 including Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed, Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill, Jelly Roll & Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul, Karrion Kross vs. Sami Zayn, C.M. Punk challenging Gunther, and the post-match Seth Rollins cash in of the Money in the Bank briefcase.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 (8-5-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Joel Dehnel to discuss AEW Dynamite including the Orange Cassidy-Chris Jericho debate with Eric Bischoff as surprise moderator, Matt Cordova's forgettable debut with Cody, the Jon Moxley-Darby Allin main event, Santana & Ortiz batter Sue's car and the mysterious in-car camera angle, the 12-man tag match, the latest with MJF's political-style campaign, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 21 and 22, 2010.On the July 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on TNA's ECW-themed PPV, the latest on Paul Heyman's interest in TNA, WWE's Summerslam plans, SPOILER discussion of Smackdown's SS plans, where Undertaker fits in the picture, how long WWE can stretch the Nexus angle, whether WWE should add or subtract from Nexus, NXT Season Two, a Top 10 for who to start a promotion with, a complete look at this weekend's Live Events, and much more.Then on the July 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Shawn Michaels back in the news today, WWE's mixed signals on HBK, TNA Impact tonight, similarities and differences between TNA and WCW, would TNA use WWE's ECW footage?, history of Saturday Night's Main Event with WWE announcing a new NBC special, Bob Backlund compared to other territory champions, the NWA's relevance in 2010, possibility of an Edge & Christian reunion, potential opponents for Goldberg if he were to have a final match, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #344 of the PWTorch including WCW's Bash of the Beach 1995, which takes place on an actual beach, debating whether it's worse than King of the Ring, the latest on Shane Douglas and Dustin Rhodes in WWF, various notes on other promotions, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Adams to review WWE Smackdown with the final hype for Summerslam. They focus first at great length on the top story in the show, which is John Cena's apparently seemingly turning back babyface. They discuss an array of scenarios along with certain wording Cena used that completely undercut the potential impact of his turn and the psychology within the pro wrestling industry that leads to people not even thinking about it.They also go in depth on WWE Unreal and how there's an aspect of it that is going to unravel an aspect of WWE that WWE didn't think about or care about, and why they don't think about it or, if they do, why they mistakenly dismiss the downside.Finally, they get into the Seth Rollins potential cash-in on Saturday night and talk through a scenario where maybe it could make sense for Seth Rollins too fake his injury (although it's still, ultimately, flimsily and more likely a product of today's promoters and wrestlers caring more about "fooling fans" than telling the best, most effective and immersive stories.Scattered throughout are comments on other aspects of the show including Jelly Roll attacking a helpless little security guy and the culture of WWE that leads to everything not even thinking about how counterproductive the message is that his actions send to the narrative of the stories they try to tell in other segments.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 19 and 20, 2010.On the July 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's James Caldwell discussed with live callers the previous night's WWE Money in the Bank PPV, predictions for the Summerslam line-up, whether Evan Bourne should have been included in the no. 1 contender picture, TNA's Invasion angle, UFC 116 PPV buyrates, Kane's World Title victory and full analysis of that decision, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they broke down the TNA Impact ratings for last Thursday, including the quarter-hour ratings picture.Then on the July 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the previous night's Raw and in general all of the big developments in WWE in the prior 48 hours. They look ahead to Summerslam, talk about Kane's win, discuss TNA frustrations with callers, look at the ECW Invasion angle compared to the Nexus storyline, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they constructed Summerslam's line-up and looked at who the odd men out might be, possibilities for WrestleMania, plus discuss Brock Lesnar including the Shane Carwin fight buyrate and prospects for the Cain Velasquez fight.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 (7-31-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Mike Chiari from Ring Rust Radio and Bleacher Report to discuss WWE Smackdown including Alexa Bliss attacked by The Fiend, A.J. Styles vs. Gran Metalik for the IC Title, Shorty G tries to cash in on Corbin's bounty on Matt Riddle, Big E vs. Miz begins Big E's singles run but it's the same old Big E, Bayley defends against Nikki Cross, Sheamus and Jeff Hardy follow-up on Bar Fight, a Firefly Funhouse, 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 (7-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talk Drew McIntyre-Randy Orton, Keith Lee-Karrion Kross, Jon Moxley-MJF, Impact Wrestling's “Wrestle House,” 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 the July 30 edition of AEW Dynamite including a Hangman Page vs. Jon Moxley rematch, Young Bucks without power, MJF-Hurt Syndicate dissolving, MJF-Briscoe illogic, 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 Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:*** FIRST HOUR ***A look at the wrestling world's reaction to the death of Hulk Hogan, with a particular focus on WWE, Paul Levesque, and Cody Rhodes.A look at the pro wrestling media and mainstream media reaction to Hulk Hogan's death including the range of topics and career chapters regarding Hogan.*** SECOND HOUR ***CTE back in the newsWWE Unreal first impression"Hangman" Adam Page vs. Jon Moxley scheduled rematchNew Japan G1 thoughtsMercedes Mone's belt collectingWill Ospreay's neck injury situationFull preview of entire Summerslam line-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (7-27-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com contributor Ryan Sullivan to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails including Summerslam taking shape including Randy Orton issuing a challenge to Drew McIntyre, Drew vs. Dolph Ziggler, Asuka vs. Sasha Banks, and more Summerslam developments. Also, Ryan – who is an MLW baseball agent – talks about COVID precautions in baseball vs. pro wrestling. They take live calls and talk the pros and cons of Raw and react to emails about Raw.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast from five years ago this week (7-28-2020). They discuss these topics: Sasha Banks vs. Asuka, Karrion Kross challenging Keith Lee, reaction to Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson's criticism of Paul Heyman, the Nick Aldis-Bruce Prichard back and forth, if pro baseball has done anything with its presentation pro wrestling could learn from, Deonna Purazzo's upside in Impact Wrestling and the Impact Women's Division in general, does NXT's replay on WWE Network hurt their young male demo rating, 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 ten years ago (7-28-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers Hulk Hogan's fall from grace and what kind of future he has, plus a very good episode of Raw including John Cena's broken nose, 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 Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-23-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy reacting to Daniel Bryan health news today, New Japan G1, Brock Lesnar-Undertaker, John Cena-Kevin Owens, the narrative structure of WWE, and much more with live callers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.