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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:The impact of A.J. Lee's returnThe Jey Uso-Jimmy Uso-L.A. Knight angleTriple H's comments on vacation and home time compared to Nick KhanCody Rhodes at WrestlePaloozaThe unfortunate timing of another Wardlow injury and details what got derailedA look at this week's Dynamite advertised line-up in response to last week's alarmingly low viewershipIs the 2300 Arena residency hurting AEW's image as a major leagueThoughts on Bryan Danielson being added to the AEW Dynamite broadcast teamSome TNA talk after Wade attended two nights of Impact tapingsBecome 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 (9-7-2020), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn and PWTorch Dailycast host Tom Stoup to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw including Retribution speaks, Cedric Alexander turns, Dominik vs. Murphy, Cesaro & Nakamura show up and issue a challenge, Drew McIntyre torments Adam Pearce and kicks Randy Orton, Raw Underground with Kevin Owens vs. Aleister Black, and more with live callers. Then in the VIP-Exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Tom read and respond to Mailbag topics from Raw.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. 27 and 30, 2010.On the Aug. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on the deaths of Luna Vachon, Tony Borne, and 21-year-old wrestling student Jeremy Wood. Also, live calls on last night's TNA Impact, Dixie Carter moving more into a character role on TV, the entire promotion now built around keeping Dixie interested, the confusing and silly and counter-productive Impact feuds with EV2.0 vs. Fortune vs. Sting & Nash vs. Hogan & Jarrett vs. TNA Title competitors, Reacting making things more confusing, the lack of emphasis on quests for championships and over-use of verbiage on "building the company up," Paul Heyman's role in the wrestler health issue of today from his time running ECW, Kurt Angle's future in TNA or WWE, WWE wrestlers getting paid if they're sent down to FCW, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Magnus & Desmond Wolfe, the lack of value of any title in TNA, how insane the booking is in terms of titles, Smackdown tonight with a disagreeable Summerslam re-match & the Dolph Ziggler-Kofi Kingston feud, a big Nostalgia interview next week, Ric Flair's interview on ESPN and where he is in TNA, plus much more.On the Aug. 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell previewed Raw episode #900 and took live phone calls discussing the Top Stars of the Raw Era, starting with Steve Austin at #1, then discussed who falls in line after Austin. Where do Chris Jericho, Bret Hart, Vince McMahon, The Rock, John Cena, Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, and Triple H fit in? And, a TNA phone call at the end.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 Sept. 6, 2020 episode of Wrestling Night in America. PWTorch columnist Greg Parks breaks down in detail, with callers and emailers, the AEW All Out PPV. Topics include what's next for Jon Moxley, Jim Ross, blading in AEW, the company's embrace of sports entertainment, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Paul Weigle to discuss the Sep. 8 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including A.J. Lee's return promo holding court with fans who chant "Therapy! Therapy!" When she talks about her journey. Also, Jey Uso attacking L.A. Knight, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed on their own, Bayley's inner-voice gimmick and how they almost got it right tonight, Nikki Bella's return compared to A.J. Lee, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-8-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw with Summer Rae-Dolph Ziggler-Rusev, Sting taunting Seth Rollins, Paige vs. Sasha Banks, Cena & Prime Time vs. New Day & Seth, and more.Then, on the previously VIP-exclusive segment, they discussed Edge & Christian on Stone Cold Podcast, Daniel Bryan's future, Bret Hart on Hulk Hogan and Roddy Piper, the future of three hour Raws and of TNA on Destination America, 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 (9-9-2015) PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill talked live with former WCW star Disco Inferno on a wide variety of current and WCW topics with live phone calls and emails. Plus, the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell joined Pat to discuss the latest news, events, 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 (9-8-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells and Tom Stoup discussing Rhea Ripley vs. Mercedes Martinez in a cage, Adam Cole vs. Finn Balor for the NXT Championship, whether one should separate art from the artist, 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 (9-3-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with former WWE writer Matt McCarthy discussing a wide range of topics with live callers including Summerslam, Daniel Bryan, 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 #349 of the PWTorch including WCW and NJPW working to get Malenko, Benoit, Guerrero, and more from ECW, WWF tries various things to counter WCW's momentum including turning Bulldog heel, if Luger may play a role, 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 (9-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett to analyze AEW Dynamite with the All Out fallout, former Rusev debuts as Miro, Kenny Omega and Hangman Page react separately to All Out title loss, Dustin Rhodes challenges Brodie Lee, 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 Aug. 26, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell. They discussed the WWE comments in the New York Times reacting to Chris Nowinski's comments on WWE's initial response to Lance Cade's death. They discussed the history of WWE's addressing of the working conditions and drug use of wrestlers, which WWE statements did and didn't stand up to truth, the timing of the steps WWE had taken and what motivated those steps, and much more on this topics, plus WrestleMania 27 talk, Smackdown on SyFy roster moves, Billy Gunn's failure to become top tier, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today's free Dailycast is a double-header. First up is the All Elite Conversation Club, with PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner covering these topics:(00:00) Mike Tyson vs Floyd Mayweather exhibition fight announced for spring 2026(05:10) AEW pay-per-views finally arrive on HBO Max for $39.99 with technical debut concerns(11:31) All Out moved to 3pm Eastern to avoid WWE Wrestlepalooza head-to-head collision(17:55) Weak All Out card shaping up with no clear main event(20:09) Kenny Omega disputes "time off" reports(25:38) Babyface roster crisis with Ospreay, Swerve, and potentially Omega unavailable(31:36) Gabe Kidd vs Darby Allin setup could bring back Eddie Kingston storyline(34:47) Record-low AEW Dynamite ratings hit 472,000 viewers in regular time slot(38:05) 2300 Arena residency fatigue shows in crowd energy and viewership decline(41:10) Gabe Kidd establishment and Hook's terrible jazz music(46:13) Brody King and Bandido partnership continues to impress Philadelphia crowds(48:56) Women's division booking struggles with rushed Riho return for Mercedes match(53:35) Collision preview features Moxley vs Garcia and Briscoe vs Takeshita(57:49) Zach's email suggests women's Blood and Guts match as All Out main event and football wrestling triviaNext is Acknowledging WWE, with Javier Machado and Mike Meyers acknowledging the following:It's obvious that AJ Lee is coming back, right?Clash in Paris review – PLE or glorified Raw/SD episode?Seth vs. Jey vs. Knight vs. Punk vs. the anticipation of interferenceGreat time to bring back the mixed match challengeLA Knight and how he's made the most with his opportunityRoman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed – exactly what the match needed to beVidya games!Wyatts vs. Profits – Are the Profits heading to splitsville?Nikki vs. BeckySheamus vs. Rusev and how the WWE is still after “moments”Cena vs. Logan Paul and how Logan continues to impressWill Sami forgoing the “big” titles for the US Championship hurt him?The Iyo, Rhea, Asuka love triangle…and moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch columnist Greg Parks is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Javier Machado to review WWE Smackdown including in-depth analysis of the two big bookend segments on the show: Why was the crowd booing Sami Zayn? Did Cena's match with Zayn live up to the quality of the last two matches Cena has had? Is A.J. Lee back for the long-term or just for this feud? Did knowing Lee was returning spoil the excitement of the moment? They also talk about other segments on the show including Damien Priest vs. Aleister Black and Giulia vs. Michin. A live correspondent calls in to give a first-hand account of the show. Greg and Javier also take questions from and address topics brought up by viewers in the YouTube chat room.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted an AEW All Out PPV Preview episode with former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol and PWTorch.com AEW contributor Joshua Chambers. They discussed the entire line-up, evaluated the hype, and made predictions. They also discussed whether broadly this was a strong line-up for a signature PPV event.Then the full Tony Khan Media Conference Call from earlier that day with PWTorch columnist Sean Radican participating, with a range of topics regarding All Out.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 (9-4-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch.com's Mike Meyers. They discussed Smackdown with callers including the first Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman in-ring promo and the earliest stages of the Bloodline taking shape, Jey Uso's big night, Sheamus's taped fists, Bayley's turn on Sasha Banks, the Nia Jax/Shayna Baszler partnership, the new Firefly Funhouse character, and more. They are joined by live callers and they answer emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-1-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican. They talked about the new Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman alliance, New Japan G1 contenders, Naito's double-title win over Evil, Jon Moxley-MJF build, Brock Lesnar's future, pros and cons of various NXT Title match winners, Big E defending his comedic presentation now that he's singles wrestler, AEW vs. NXT so far, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

PWTorch's Brian Zilem and Chris Griffin discuss the Sept. 3 edition of AEW Dynamite including Darby Allin and Gabe Kidd fight all across 2300 Arena, Mercedes Mone vs. Alex Windsor for TBS Title, Rhio returns, Mark Briscoe calls out Kyle Fletcher, Brodido vs. The Death Riders Tag Team Title match, C&C & FTR brawl, Kenny Omega & Hangman Page & JetSpeed vs. The Young Bucks & Josh Alexander & Kyle Fletcher, 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:Vince McMahon's birthday party, who attended, who is and isn't willing to talk about it, and what it says about the attendees that they were thereThe Rock's quest for theatrical validation and how it might affect his WWE involvementKarrion Kross's public comments about WWE contract renewal offerJake Hager describing frustrations with AEWSwerve Stickland's comment about being the Black wrestler with the most five-star match ratings and a larger discussion about the shortcoming of star ratings and how they've become a counterproductive metric for a generation of wrestlersBecky Lynch-C.M. Punk segment and why fans seem so excited to have A.J. Lee backIs Dominik Mysterio on his way to becoming "a GOAT" and would holding the AAA Title be a helpful part of that journey?An update on AEW's residency at 2300 Arena regarding union staffTaz being inducted into the 2300 Arena Hall of Fame and how Taz was an example of Paul Heyman's special skill to get the most out of wrestlers who might otherwise be discarded by focusing on a feature that wasn't normally seen as an asset worth marketingHow Hook is different than TazAnalyzing the weaknesses in the flow of the Kabuki Warriors vs. Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez matchAre WWE crowds in particular becoming too much part of the show rather than observers of and reactors to it?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 (8-31-2020), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn and PWTorch's Brandon LeClair talked WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers including Payback fallout, the main event triple threat match to crown a new number one contender to Drew McIntyre's WWE Championship, Raw Underground, another appearance from Retribution, Keith Lee's push on the WWE main roster, 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 an episode of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 25, 2010. PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Pat McNeill took calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including what's next for NXT, Mick Foley's fall as a promo guy, WrestleMania 27 prospective main events, Miz's path to the main events, Smackdown's roster on SyFy, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed MMA's promoting tactics and answer emails questions on Goldust, WWE's directing, 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 Rich Fann to discuss the Sep. 1 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including the standout crowd in Paris, Becky Lynch answering C.M. Punk calling out her husband, A.J. Styles challenging Dominik Mysterio for the IC Title, Jey Uso & L.A. Knight vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed, 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 (9-1-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss with live callers big happenings on Raw with Sting, Seth Rollins, and John Cena looking ahead of Night of Champions, where Brock Lesnar and Undertaker were headed between then and WM32, Dolph Ziggler-Lana-Summer Rae saga, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Divas Beat the Clock Challenge, why not Charlotte Flair, ROH-New Japan dynamic, NXT Takeover Wednesday edition, Cody Rhodes's future, 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 Paul Weigle to discuss in-depth the WWE Clash in Paris event including Cena vs. Logan, Roman vs. Reed, Becky vs. Nikki, Seth vs. Knight vs. Jey vs. Punk, 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 (9-2-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells and Tom Stoup discussing the four-way Ironman match and its polarizing pacing, how Karrion Kross's injury may have influenced plans, 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 (8-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Jim Ross on WrestleMania 32, return of Sting and Dudleys, working with Randy Savage, Vince McMahon, NXT, Paul Boesch library, New Japan, Lucha Underground, and much more including 38 minutes of a previously VIP-exclusive segment at the end.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 #348 of the PWTorch including WCW Clash of Champions 31, Bill Watts to join WWF in Patterson's role, Jarrett and Vince speak and try to make amends, 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 (9-2-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn to analyze the final AEW Dynamite episode leading into Saturday night's All Out PPV event. They talk with callers and answer emails questions on the program including the final Jon Moxley-MJF hype, the Chris Jericho-Orange Cassidy angle, the Hangman Page-Kenny Omega-FTR in-ring segment, Battle Royal hype, Thunder Rosa's AEW debut, 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. 23 and 24, 2010.On the Aug. 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers how WWE could rebound from Nexus losing momentum, some interesting discussion on how the removal of Darren Young could be flipped due to Young stepping up to take on John Cena and the other Nexus members winning by fluke, whether Darren Young could end up with Cena or with SES on Smackdown from the NXT Season 1 partnership, Alberto Del Rio's Smackdown debut, how long Randy Orton could have a babyface run, a booking plan to stretch out Kane vs. The Undertaker to WrestleMania 27 (much to Parks's chagrin), brief discussion of Strikeforce with Bobby Lashley at the end, and more.Then on the Aug. 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they took live calls for most of the hour including topics ranging from Bobby Lashley's loss, Paul Heyman's talks with Strikeforce, Starrcade '97's finish to Miz losing to John Cena to Zach Ryder's quick loss to Serena's release and of course venting about TNA.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed ideas for TNA to clean up their business approach plus Randy Savage in WWE HOF.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 Belated Birthday to Gregg and a PSA(02:18) Joel's reviews the AEW Skybox Metal Universe cards(06:38) Forbidden Door 2025 review: standout moments(12:47) Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland injury updates(19:00) Dynamite from 2300 Arena breakdown with special Tazz tribute segment(23:29) FTR vs. Copeland and Christian setup for All Out(27:33) Darby Allin's incredible pain tolerance from cage spot to announce table slam(29:17) Jon Moxley vs Daniel Garcia(32:18) Hook's jazz music entrance(36:57) MJF's pivots to seeking revenge on Mark Briscoe(40:12) Hangman Page tributes Will Ospreay, Don Callis Family challenges world champion(42:36) All-star eight-man tag shows Takeshita-Okada tension(46:30) Mercedes Moné's nine-belt celebration(52:21) Women's division feels stuck(56:51) Trios Tag Team Championship match(59:20) Hurt Syndicate backstage drama(1:04:29) Darby Allin's crazy bump card(1:09:26) Mark Briscoe is a lovable family man(1:13:03) ROH Death Before Dishonor lineup(1:16:22) Zach's thoughts and Guess the Wrestler 20 QuestionsBecome 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 including ideas for what could be next for Sami Zayn after winning the U.S. Title and is a WrestleMania World Title match in his future next year? Then a scathing rant by Wade backed by Chris and the chat about John Cena's obvious counter-productive self-centered corporate-centered unrelatable core to his character these days and how just about everything he says that sounds on the surface to be gracious is just self-serving. They also talk some Drew McIntyre-Randy Orton.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. 19 and 20, 2010.On the Aug. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops took an hour of live calls on a wide range of topics including the Triple H-Booker T feud, Awesome Kong's future, the Ric Flair-Hulk Hogan 1992 potential feud, the Best WWE Match Ever, the lack of selling big moves, and more.Also, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss honesty by wrestlers in interviews and a Nick Bockwinkel-Ric Flair comparison.Then on the Aug. 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the previous night's TNA Impact including the long list of ridiculous booking decisions made based on incompetence, low wrestling IQ, and ulterior motives. Then the rest of the hour contained mostly venting from frustrated TNA viewers.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more analysis of other aspects of Impact last night.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back ten years (8-26-2015) PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill's interviews with former ECW announcer Joel Gertner with live phone calls and emails on a range of topics including reflecting on Jim Ross's concern of a "lost decade" if there wasn't proper developmental systems, should Sting become WWE Champion for a month, a Jushin Liger dream match, and more. Plus, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell joined Pat to discuss the latest news, events, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (8-28-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Mike Chiari from Ring Rust Radio and Bleacher Report to react to WWE Friday Night Smackdown with callers and emails for two hours including the gigantic reveal of Roman Reigns sitting next to Paul Heyman and what the ramifications and possibilities are for that. Is Reigns officially a heel or is there another option? What match-ups make sense for Reigns and does that list include The Rock and Goldberg? Also, the return of Alexa Bliss and then Nikki discovering the dreadlock, Sami Zayn's triumphant return and Cesaro & Shinsuke Nakamura's cold reaction, the latest chapter with Sasha Banks and Bayley, Big E-Miz interaction, Matt Riddle, the Intercontinental Title picture, Jeff Hardy's knee brace, 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 Aug. 18, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on Eric Bischoff's blog, how to find the right mix of established stars and young stars, Kaval's TNA reference during NXT, eliminations on NXT, what to do with eliminated and remaining NXT Rookies going forward, Ring of Honor's business status and how they can draw closer to TNA, how to do a seasonal wrestling schedule and whether WWE or TNA would bite on it, and other topics.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed how WWE could stretch out the Nexus vs. WWE feud, what to do with the Bragging Rights PPV vs. Vikings-Packers, Top 5 WCW stars from 1990 to 2001, whether an all-submissions promotion could work, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted an AEW All Out PPV Preview episode with former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol and PWTorch.com AEW contributor Joshua Chambers. They discussed the entire line-up, evaluated the hype, and made predictions. They also discussed whether broadly this was a strong line-up for a signature PPV event.Then the full Tony Khan Media Conference Call from earlier that day with PWTorch columnist Sean Radican participating, with a range of topics regarding All Out.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:Is Cody Rhodes getting cheated out of part of his earned full run as a centerpiece babyface, and why are there scattered boos when his name is mentioned?John Cena's lack of graciousness and veiled in-it-for-himself approachIs C.M. Punk checked out or just pacing himself?Is WWE getting arrogant or complacent given the revenue coming in now? Are they giving ticket-buying fans their full money's worth?Are people in WWE tiring of the ruthless aggression approach when it comes to scheduling against AEW events?John Cena's standout performance against Logan Paul last FridayHow stale is Seth Rollins even with a new faction to interact with?A preview of Clash in ParisThe Ozzy Osbourne family response to Becky Lynch's playful (but too soon?) comments on the late OzzyThoughts on the (overbearing?) fans overseas and in general, including their least favorite common chantAEW's depleted babyface and is "chasing star ratings" a culprit?The fall from grace of Hurt Syndicate and indications they've been "divas" and acting like big shotsWhat's next for Christian Cage?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 (8-24-2020), PWTorch columnist Zack Heydorn guest hosted for Wade Keller and is joined by PWTorch's Ryan Sullivan to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw including strong backlash over the way Keith Lee debuted, the latest with Sasha Banks and Bayley, the teaming of Shayna Baszler and Nia Jax, Seth Rollins & Murphy vs. Rey Mysterio & Dominik, Aleister Black's return on The KO Show, more Raw Underground and Retribution, and other topics from the show including is Roman Reigns being pushed too hard already or is WWE getting just right so far.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 (8-20-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talked AEW Dynamite bringing fans back to Daly's Place, WWE Thunderdome, the Velveteen Dream return and Triple H's explanation regarding the controversy, a Summerslam preview with predictions, fun speculation on what will happen that “we never saw coming,” an NXT Takeover preview, thoughts on NXT's presentation last night without Dynamite as competition, first reaction to the viewership, 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 (8-23-2015) to PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks with the Summerslam post-game show including a full run-through of the card, Twitter and email questions, and more discussions on the Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar rematch, John Cena vs. Seth Rollins, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Kurt Cadet to discuss the August 25 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including Roman Reigns's show-opening promo, Bronson Reed rising to the occasion, the continued lack of depth to the Paul Heyman-Seth Rollins dynamic, Jey Uso taking Roman's advice and deciding to superkick C.M. Punk, Becky Lynch-Nikki Cross, The Judgment Day drama, 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.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-25-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed with live callers big happenings on post-Summerslam Raw including Sting's return, Paul Heyman promo, the Dudleys return, new Wyatt recruit, would Kevin Owens, Cesaro, and Dean Ambrose have the biggest push and success in WWE, plus a wide range of other topics via email questions.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Tough Enough finale, Raw ratings, Divas crying and hugging after matches, who could join Bray & Roman vs. Wyatt Trio, Sting's future, Taker's future, and more including email topics.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's Brian Zilem to discuss in-depth the AEW Forbidden Door event from London including a wild 10-man tag team cage match main event, "Hangman" Adam Page vs. MJF for the AEW World Title, Toni Storm vs. Athena for the AEW World Title, Kazuchika Okada vs. Swerve Strickland for the AEW Unified Title, 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 (8-26-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg cover Karrion Kross relinquishing due to injury, Breezango with their first WWE title win, Tommaso Ciampa returning as a heel, 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 (8-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Diamond Dallas Page including details on the new “Resurrection of Jake Roberts” movie including details on the making of movie and Jake's current health, plus stories on DDP's WWF-Undertaker angle, his AWA days, the Diamond Cutter compared to the RKO, and more with live callers and email questions.Then, in a bonus segment, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell answered email questions from listeners on these topics in a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow: Triple H vs. Seth Rollins possibilities, Bray Wyatt plans, could Tough Enough's Josh or Tanner be a main roster success, is Rock overrated or underrated as a worker and an all-time great, 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 (8-27-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Joel Dehnel to discuss AEW Dynamite with callers and emails. They discuss the MJF-Jon Moxley contract signing, Hangman Page's turn against the Bucks, Lance Archer, Brodie Lee, Chris Jericho on commentary, Santana & Ortiz, 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 our AEW All In 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.After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily Forbidden Door but also other topics.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 Aug. 16 and 17, 2010.On the Aug. 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed the WWE Summerslam PPV, potential follow-up on Raw with Nexus vs. WWE, an accurate prediction that Darren Young would be determined as the Weakest Link in Nexus, the PPV booking, differences between Summerslam and TNA Hardcore Justice, whether Paul Bearer could be involved in the latest Kane vs. Undertaker feud, Paul Heyman's comments about TNA today, and much more.Then on the Aug. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took an hour of calls on a variety of subjects including Lance Cade, ROH's booking change, Summerslam and the follow-up on Raw, Justin Gabriel, Raw's mystery G.M. ideas, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the previous week's Whole F'n Show and Reaction.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) Enhanced audio quality(01:26) Gregg life updates(02:52) Tony Khan media call highlights including WWE counter-programming response and video game admissions(12:19) WWE Wrestlepalooza officially announced head-to-head with AEW All Out on September 20th(19:00) Forbidden Door 2025 preview from London's O2 Arena with 17,000+ tickets distributed(26:12) Chris Jericho exit rumors and potential WWE return speculation(30:45) AEW Continental Championship Okada vs Swerve with injury concerns and continental rules(38:07) Kyle Fletcher TNT Title defense against Hiromu Takahashi(40:36) Mercedes Moné four-way TBS Championship with Alex Windsor push continuing(43:32) Nigel McGuinness return against Zack Sabre Jr for IWGP Heavyweight Championship(45:37) Hurt Syndicate tag title defense becomes three-way after tournament time limit draw(51:44) Adam Copeland and Christian Cage reunion got there with a nonsensical story(58:43) Lights out steel cage match and concerns over Will Ospreay's herniated disc injury(1:12:00) Hangman Page vs MJF world title match disappointment after storyline reversal(1:22:08) Konosuke Takeshita's G1 Climax victory and AEW return implications(1:26:05) Collision tapings preview include Young Bucks vs Paragon and Takeshita returning vs. Ishii(1:28:34) Zach's email about Jericho departure and AEW feedback(1:37:45) Trivia covering August wrestling history(1:49:41) Closing remarks and next week previewSend your thoughts and questions to allelitecc@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 13, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussion with live callers on Lance Cade's death at age 29 in-depth, what it means for the industry, what steps WWE can do to help wrestlers avoid early deaths, whether education can help, WWE's reaction and how they likely view Cade's death. Also, a discussion of the previous night's TNA Impact and the debut of Reax, Impact's blood & guts ending, pros and cons of the Reax show, and much more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Summerslam PPV in-depth, whether The Undertaker will be involved, finishes of matches, champions coming out of the PPV, and more. Also, breaking news analysis of the TNA Impact viewership for last night's show. Hoops also recaps Nostalgia News & Notes on Mr. Wrestling II, Sir Oliver Humperdink, Buff Bagwell, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.