Podcasts about pwtorch livecast

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 19 and 20, 2011.On the Jan. 19, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Pat McNeill, they take ten calls 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 VIP Aftershow they run down various Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania scenarios including potential Rumble surprises.Then on the Jan. 20, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers Linda McMahon's potential 2012 Senate campaign, a lot of time spent discussing in-depth the various WWE, TNA, and independent wrestling styles, whether TNA can grow being a mix of old & new styles, the 2011 Hall of Fame, whether Eric Bischoff gets more flack than Vince McMahon for "stealing stars" in the 1990s vs. McMahon in the 1980s, Koko B. Ware in the WWE Hall of Fame, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back five years to an episode of the PWTorch Livecast's "All Elite Aftershow." Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek begin by taking listener emails and wondering why Andrew doesn't like chocolate cake. After the food talk is over, emails take over the show for a bit, and then the guys get to their reactions from AEW Dynamite, including Shaq, Chris Jericho-MJF, and a lot more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back ten years to the Jan. 24, 2016 WWE Royal Rumble post-show. PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks break down the entire Royal Rumble PPV for two-and-a-half hours with live calls and emails, plus a live perspective from a Rumble attendee at the end. The show included a Royal Rumble that came down to Triple H and Dean Ambrose, plus Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch for the Divas Title, Ambrose vs. Kevin Owens, New Day vs. The Usos, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 17 and 18, 2011.On the Jan. 17, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers, WWE Raw, C.M. Punk's fan altercation on Sunday, Punk vs. Cena on Raw, the Royal Rumble expanding to 40 wrestlers, Tough Enough in a PG environment?, Lucha Libre USA, health issues in pro wrestling vs. MMA, 2011 WWE Hall of Fame undercarders, MVP in Japan, Jeff Hardy's legal case on January 20, and more.Then on the Jan. 18, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they took calls for an hour on the Royal Rumble taking shape, WrestleMania matches, happenings on Raw, the Eric Bischoff-Torch war of words, Triple H, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about Santino's Cobra, John Morrison's push, Linda McMahon's political developments, 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 the Jan. 14, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops. They discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact in-depth, Impact ratings & quarter-hours, Mr. Anderson as TNA champion, Matt Hardy's first week in TNA, an overview of WWE's week of TV, the brand split and whether it's time to end the split, unifying the top titles at WrestleMania?, Kurt Angle/Jeff Jarrett storyline compared to the Chris Benoit/Kevin Sullivan and similar angles, Jim Cornette shoot DVD, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they reviewed Torch Newsletters #100 and #101 from the 20 years ago back-issues including Starrcade '90, Black Scorpion, Ole Anderson, Dusty Rhodes, and Paul Heyman picking a fight with LT that never materialized.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. 12 and 13, 2011.On the Jan. 12, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill were first joined by MMATorch's Jamie Penick to talk about Brock Lesnar coaching The Ultimate Fighter and various aspects of that story. Then they took live calls on a variety of subjects including Smackdown roster changes, TNA's new "They" storyline, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they take listener email questions.Then on the Jan. 13, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers TNA Impact going on the road in February, the future of the X Division and a potential replacement if the X Division were scrapped, news & notes from the Impact tapings, possibility of Batista and Chris Jericho returning to WWE, future of Nexus, the Smackdown reset last Friday, lack of chemistry between Randy Orton and The Miz, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the X Division and Impact on the road stories more, and break down the 2010 Year-End Awards to evaluate Torch reader picks.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 Jan. 15, 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 talking Royal Rumble, Roman Reigns, anything else that contains the letter “r,” and more!Then the Jan. 18, 2016 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell hosts the Raw post-game show edition of the PWTorch Livecast with Pat McNeill in the opening segment of the show. Then, live calls & emails with Livecast listeners on the final Raw before the Royal Rumble.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back five years to an episode of the PWTorch Livecast's "Wrestling Night in America" from Jan. 17, 2021 hosted by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks with PWTorch.com contributor Javier Machado for a full breakdown of the Impact Hard to Kill PPV. They also took calls and emails on the potential of a Daniel Bryan Rumble win, Dominik Mysterio in NXT, when Miz would cash in, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Jan. 11, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They took a record 14 phone calls in one hour on a wide variety of subjects including the previous night's Raw, the TNA Genesis PPV, Brock Lesnar signing on to coach The Ultimate Fighter, and much more. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 7 and 10, 2011.On the Jan. 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers including Impact TV & ratings, ROH/WWE, HOF candidates, weekend PPVs, wide variety of nostalgia questions.Then on the Jan. 10, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers last night's TNA Genesis PPV, the headlines coming out of the PPV including Kurt Angle's apparent health concerns and Matt Hardy's performance, tonight's Raw and how WWE will follow-up on Cena-Punk/Nexus, the role of social media in pro wrestling & the workplace and how it relates to Bruce's comments about DGUSA and back-and-forth with Gabe Sapolsky over the weekend, a potential Mick Foley send-off match in TNA, the next chapter for Jeff Hardy, 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. 5, 2011 and Jan. 6, 2011.On the Jan. 5, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers Monday's Raw developments, touch on big developments from Smackdown (brief SPOILER discussion), WWE facing a lawsuit with McNeill offering his legal expertise on the suit, possible WrestleMania 27 matches and the realistic possibility Undertaker could miss WM27, Brodus Clay on NXT, Ted DiBiase's increased intensity on NXT, John Cena's injury, TNA angles that are in bad taste and the inspiration for The Pope's character, the Weekly Live Events Center, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Genesis PPV and break down why or why not to order the PPV, plus the McNeill Mailbag on historical flame-out main-eventers, Kozlov struggling to throw himself over the top rope on Raw, and a brief note on Sarah Palin's Alaska!Then on the Jan. 6, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed WrestleMania 27 possibilities, Randy Orton's WM27 standing considering his Royal Rumble match against Miz, Wade Barrett's future, Edge-Christian possibilities, Eric Bischoff's beef with the Torch, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Hall of Fame class, Sting's WWE potential, covering WrestleMania, 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 Jan. 8, 2016 episode with PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the East Coast Cast wrapping up a huge week in wrestling to kick off 2016 with calls and emails. (Note: background noise during the first 10 minutes that clears up for the final 60 minutes.)Then the Jan. 12, 2016 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discuss the just-completed show, Royal Rumble hype, and more, plus live callers and emailers in the second-half of the show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back five years to an episode of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 10, 2021, PWTorch columnist Greg Parks is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Tyler Sage to review both nights of NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 15 and the fallout. They also make Royal Rumble predictions, discuss TNA Hard to Kill PPV, Jay White's future, and more. They also answer phone calls and emails on ROH, WWE's use of the Legends on Raw, New Japan on TV in the USA, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Jan. 4, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They took calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including the previous night's Raw, Triple H's power behind the scenes and his interest in MMA, Daniel Bryan's prospects as a future headliner for WWE, comparing Joe and Punk's career paths, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they looked back at TNA's 2010 and what was gained or lost by the acquisition of talent, plus 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 Dec. 31, 2010 and Jan. 3, 2011.On the Dec. 31, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell hosted and chatted with live callers on WWE and TNA in 2010, big stories from both promotions, what ROH and DGUSA need to improve in 2011, TNA's year ahead in 2011, top matches for WrestleMania 27 & where Triple H and Sheamus fit in, the previous night's Impact, TNA overall in 2010, and much more.Then on the Jan. 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers that night's Raw, predictions for 2011, potential WrestleMania 27 matches and celebrities, WWE and TNA business at year-end 2010, Mitchell's annual Quiz returning for 2010, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 30, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussing with live callers possible ways to debut Awesome Kong in WWE, when she might debut, John Cena's injury, possible WrestleMania 27 main events & possible Mania events if Cena and/or Taker are inactive, Parks's live perspective on the Smackdown TV taping, lots of talk about WWE's mid-card (Jackson Andrews discussion), WWE's lack of continuity with Nexus storyline aspects and whether the loose strings will be addressed, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Eric Bischoff's role in TNA in 2010, TNA incorporating a concussion angle into storylines having nothing to do with anything, Immortal & Fortune's loose association, Genesis, Matt Morgan vs. Mr. Anderson, and some NFL and College Football talk to conclude the show.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 an episode of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 27, 2020, a special "Deep Dive" mailbag episode with Rich Fann and Chris Maitland. Topics included the late Brodie Lee, New Japan's changing Young Lions, could The Miz be a top star with one tweak, Stardom and what needs to be done by Bushiroad, whether the quest for five-star matches has lead to a dearth of good talkers, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back ten years to a pair of back to back PWTorch Livecasts from ten years ago.First, the Jan. 1, 2016 episode with PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the East Coast Cast kick off 2016 with the first Friday Livecast of the new year with live calls & emails covering big topics this week in wrestling including The Rock announced for WrestleMania 32, Roman Reigns, Royal Rumble booking, and much more.Then the Jan. 4, 2016 episode with PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill hosts the first Raw post-game show of 2016 while PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell is down for the count via technical difficulties. McNeill talked live with callers about the big news & events on Monday's Raw, plus New Japan Tokyo Dome tie-ins.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 29, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill taking calls on a variety of topics including John Cena's injury status, Wade Barrett wrestling at house shows but not being acknowledged on TV, C.M. Punk as leader of Nexus, and much more, plus the Event Center update.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed TNA's X Division, Tank Abbott's terrible push in WCW, the territory events we'd love to visit in a time machine, 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 Dec. 27 and 28, 2010.On the Dec. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers the Jeff Hardy legal situation and TNA's potential response, tonight's WWE Raw, Nexus's future, Edge & Christian, murky WWE brand split, Smackdown's future after strong rating last Tuesday, What If? on Daniel Bryan in Nexus, Royal Rumble PPV buys, why people in TNA allow mistakes to continue to be made, and more.Then on the Dec. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell discussed the previous night's episode of Raw and the fallout from TLC, and then take calls for most of the hour on a wide range of topics including Randy Orton, John Cena, WWE booking now versus a year ago, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the dynamic between Raw and Smackdown headed into tonight's live Smackdown and Eric Bischoff, Desmond Wolfe, 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 the Dec. 23, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller with PWTorch columnist Sean Radican with a rare show dedicated primarily to looking at ROH and DGUSA as 2010 comes to a close including the fallout from the Final Battle 2010 PPV, Kevin Steens' future, Kaval's WWE release, top prospects on the indy scene, the differences between ROH and DGUSA, and much more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed potential hires by WWE or TNA from the alternative wrestling scene, and the other three big indy groups - Evolve, PWG, and Chikara.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 two episodes of the PWTorch Livecast.First, the Dec. 23, 2015 episode features PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill hosting the annual Wednesday Livecast Christmas Party with special guests former WWE star JTG (Jayson Paul) and former WCW star Lodi, with live calls and emails.Then, the Dec. 28, 2015 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill breaking down the just-completed Raw episode, plus live calls. Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a three-pack of questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 21 and 22, 2010.On the Dec. 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, discussed the previous night's episode of Raw and the fallout from TLC, and then took calls for most of the hour on a wide range of topics including Randy Orton, John Cena, WWE booking now versus a year ago, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the dynamic between Raw and Smackdown headed into that night's live Smackdown and Eric Bischoff, Desmond Wolfe, and more.Then on the Dec. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers the first week of build-up for C.M. Punk and John Cena - where is it leading to?, WWE's presentation of Vickie Guerrero, John Cena joining the "fat jokes" routine, Nexus's future, the TLC PPV crowd responses, whether Bryan-Regal was a one-off or the start of a program, Edge-Kane continued, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed what the Top 5 stories of 2010 are, plus take listener questions on really bad Christmas-themed storylines.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 Dec. 17 and 20, 2010.On the Dec. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers news of Samoa Joe re-signing with TNA, the TLC PPV on Sunday, The Miz everywhere with discussion of his interviews & character & booking him to WrestleMania 27 as champion, John Cena and Nexus's future after TLC, and Sean Radican calls in at the beginning of the show to discuss ROH Final Battle 2010 on Saturday, ROH in general, and Dragon Gate USA.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Hoops discuss the TLC PPV in-depth, whether WWE will put the World Title on Alberto Del Rio, marketability of stars in pro wrestling and MMA, and 20 years ago Torch Newsletter Flashback discussion of the AWA's imminent demise.Then on the Dec. 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the previous night's TLC PPV in-depth, the state of WWE business, live crowd reactions at TLC & how the overall audience is taking the product, tonight's Raw and where they go from here with John Cena (as accurately predicted by Mitchell) and the Nexus group, Eric Bischoff's weekend debate, if there's ever a place for chairshots to the head, 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 the Dec. 16, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring Wade Keller and Greg Parks taking live calls for most of the live hour including overachievers and underachievers, why Nexus lost the tag titles, treatment of Vickie Guerrero, will Miz be turned babyface soon, should Randy Orton remain a babyface, Shane McMahon's WWE future, celebrities in the Hall of Fame, TLC's Smackdown World Title match, and an Elimination Chamber idea.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Greg's beat, Smackdown, and the lack of synergy with Raw, TLC's main event, and looking ahead to WrestleMania.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 the Dec. 15, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring Wade Keller and WPat McNeill, they opened with a little bit of discussion about Raw, then go to Pat McNeill's Event Center preview of a very busy week ahead, and then take calls for the rest of the live show on a wide range of topics including NXT, Jim Herd, Mr. Anderson's face turn, the pros and cons of heel and face champions, the odds of Alberto Del Rio becoming World Champion, more TLC talk Edge's movie, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered Mailbag questions, look at TNA's choices to be centerpiece featured acts, and look ahead to 2011.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 Dec. 14, 2015 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill host the Raw post-game show edition of the PWTorch Livecast including fallout from the TLC PPV. Caldwell then talked live with callers and emailers in the last three-fourths of the show.Then the Dec. 21, 2015 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell talked with live callers about the Slammys episode of Raw.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back five years to an episode of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 20, 2020 - Wrestling Night in America with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks breaking down, with callers and emailers, the WWE TLC PPV. Topics included the finish of The Fiend vs. Randy Orton, Kevin Owens joining Roman Reigns's family, Charlotte's return, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 14, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring Wade Keller and Jason Powell, they discussed the previous night's Raw for more than an hour, yet just scratch the surface of what was disappointing, awful, or counterproductive about the show. They take live calls throughout the live hour on Raw and other topics including what got us into wrestling originally and why the Raw and Smackdown travel schedules are what they are.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they went more in-depth into Raw including picking what they liked about the show, look ahead to WrestleMania, and disagreeing on Pee Wee Herman.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 Dec. 10 and 13, 2010.On the Dec. 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops, they discussed with live callers previous night's Impact & Reaction, breaking news on Impact viewership, Nostalgia topics on Brian Pillman in 2010 & Raven & origins of ring ropes & classic matches that stand the test of time, whether Sting would fit in a real Top 50 stars list, John Cena as the face of WWE, cage matches, and more.In the previously-VIP exclusive Aftershow, they discuss cage matches in the AWA, "King" Curtis Iaukea, "Superstar" Billy Graham's career and whether he would have held the WWE Title without steroids, 20 years ago Flashback on news & results & the era of late 1990.Then on the Dec. 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers tonight's three-hour Raw, better ways to use the three-hour format, whether WWE will tease Shawn Michaels for the Hall of Fame, whether giving away a big reunion on "Tribute to the Troops" counts, how WWE would use Goldberg and/or Sting in 2010/2011, TLC PPV hype, John Cena-Wade Barrett issue (with accurate predictions), Kurt Angle-Samoa Joe-Jeff Jarrett in TNA, 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 the Dec 13, 2015 WWE TLC post-show. PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed the final WWE PPV of the year headlined with Sheamus defending the World Title against Roman Reigns, Charlotte defending the WWE Divas Title against Paige, Kevin Owens defending the IC Title against Dean Ambrose, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 9, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers the Nexus group and the future of the group, where John Cena fits into a potential Nexus split, John Cena as Kanye West at the Slammys?, why no one was discussing the Slammys on Raw, Raw GM, TNA's handling of Jeff Hardy at Final Resolution, Chris Jericho's future, TNA build for Jeff Jarrett, origins of ring ropes, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a question on Lay-Cool allowed back on Raw springs a discussion on logic holes and storyline gaps in pro wrestling, plus an in-depth discussion of Final Resolution and a vigorous debate on how to evaluate and rate a TNA PPV, especially when the company's product seems to be irrelevant.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 the Dec. 11, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill, who discussed Samoa Joe's future, WWE-UFC, Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler, NXT season four premiere (including Jason Bateman, R-Truth, Byron Saxton, and Brodus Clay), Triple H's return, 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 Dec. 6 and 7, 2010.On the Dec. 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers last night's TNA Final Resolution PPV, the Jeff Hardy situation, TNA's lack of responsibility and accountability, Samoa Joe's contract status and whether he'll turn up in WWE, tonight's Raw and which of the plotlines will receive the most attention, when the 2011 WWE Hall of Fame inductees might be announced, why Shawn Michaels might receive main event HOF induction status this coming year, Jeff Jarrett vs. Triple H in a big foot contest, a tribute to "Dandy" Don Meredith with Bruce singing!, and more.Then on the Dec. 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and Jason Powell, they discussed the Raw main event featuring Miz vs. Jerry Lawler, plus the King of the Ring tournament, C.M. Punk on commentary, TNA Impact Thanksgiving ratings, Jeff Jarrett's MMA spoof and latest push, and more during the Livecast. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Rock's "Faster" movie which Jason saw and go more in-depth on Raw analysis of other subjects.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 Dec. 4, 2015 episode with PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant discussed all the hot topics of the week in the Friday Wrap-up Edition of the PWTorch Livecast, plus live calls and emails. Topics covered include the lows & lows from Raw, WWE unloading Network content, and more.Then the Dec. 7, 2015 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they hosted the Raw Post-Game Show, breaking down the top news and events from Raw in the first 20 minutes. Then, Caldwell took live phone calls and emails to pwtorchlivecast@gmail.com covering Raw in-depth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's Interview Classic podcasts, we're jumping back to two interviews.Ten years ago this week, we published a PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with former ECW World Hvt. Champion Justin Credible who discussed his decision to retire and what it felt like wrestling his last match, what he plans to do with his life now, his critique of the current wrestling scene, and some late 1990s stories of being roommates with Triple H for six months and his thoughts on his ascension. Live callers contribute questions throughout the show.Then we present the Dec. 9, 2015 episode of the PWTorch Livecast when PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill welcomed the All-Star Panel of Kevin Kleinrock from Masked Republic lucha libre and wrestling interviewer Scott Fishman breaking some news and talking about the the latest happenings with live calls and emails.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 an episode of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 6, 2020. Tom Stoup, Nate Lindberg, and Kelly Wells took over the Sunday Dailycast to discuss NXT Takeover WarGames including men's and women's WarGames matches, Triple H conference call notes, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 2 and 3, 2010.On the Dec. 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discuss with live callers the breaking news on MVP's release and cover the news from all angles for the first 30 minutes of the show, then discuss how WWE has handled Alex Riley's DUI, The Miz's first week as WWE Champion, whether WWE's announcers could be shifted around as a result of the Jerry Lawler vs. Michael Cole feud, C.M. Punk's work on commentary, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they attempt to look at a question on what wrestling might look like today if WCW bought WWE, plus discuss Miz's ESPN interview and how he's presenting himself as champion, the NXT Season 4 cast, TNA's Final Resolution PPV on Sunday, and more.Then on the Dec. 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell, he discusses with live callers breaking news of TNA's Impact ratings, analysis of the ratings trend, TNA's final hype for Final Resolution, the state of wrestling announcing in WWE & TNA, Smackdown woes and how to improve the show, Top 3 shake-ups on Raw, why some listeners are hopeful for Raw going forward, direction of Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler, whether and when WWE will reveal the Raw GM, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Dec. 1, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they talked more about the Jerry Lawler WWE Title shot on Monday, whether an entertaining heel is good or bad for business, season four of NXT and who is included and excluded and perhaps why, the McNeill Event Center segment, and in the VIP Aftershow a discussion on how to best push Daniel Bryan, among other subjects.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 the Nov. 30, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They discussed the Raw main event featuring Miz vs. Jerry Lawler, plus the King of the Ring tournament, C.M. Punk on commentary, TNA Impact Thanksgiving ratings, Jeff Jarrett's MMA spoof and latest push, and more during the Livecast. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss Rock's "Faster" movie which Jason saw and go more in-depth on Raw analysis of other subjects.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're jumping back to two interviews - one from Paul Heyman and another from Bob Roop.Ten years ago this week, we published a PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with Paul Heyman from 1992 that aired live on his KFAN Pro Wrestling Focus radio show. In this interview, Heyman predicts super-stardom for Steve Austin and explains why he never paid for a wrestling ticket. This show also includes news coverage at the start of the and live callers.Then we present the Dec. 2, 2015 episode of the PWTorch Livecast when Pat McNeill interviewed Bob Roop, a territory veteran wrestler who reacted to Raw from earlier in the week, his thoughts on the terms "jobber" and "enhancement talent," who was the most over-pushed wrestler in WCW, the Authority taking up so much TV time, WWE asking which other TV shows fans watch, Charlotte mentioning the death or Reid on the air, 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 Nov. 26 and 29, 2010.On the Nov. 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers last night's TNA Impact, the product being stale & irrelevant, the next young WWE star to hold a major title, Randy Orton heel turn?, Daniel Bryan's standing in WWE and going forward, The Miz's WWE Title win and whether it was the right move, Robert Roode staying flat over a six-year period, how to use veterans in TNA, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more discussion of the QOTD on next young champ, including Del Rio and Morrison, Bobby Heenan, Nostalgia News & Notes, plus 20 years ago Torch Newsletter Flashback breaking down a poor time for wrestling in 1990s and big news of the day.Then on the Nov. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers tonight's three-hour WWE Raw, predictions for who wins King of the Ring, WWE's business taking another hit with the October PPV buys announced, TNA Impact and the overall state of TNA, Miz's first night as WWE champion on Raw, the Juan Cena gimmick, whether Owen Hart and/or Eric Bischoff will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, Leslie Nielsen, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back ten years to the Nov. 23 post-show after WWE Raw. PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks break down the episode with live phone calls and emails talking Raw, TLC, the Royal Rumble, and WrestleMania 32.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 22 and 25, 2010.On the Nov. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers Survivor Series last night, fall-out from John Cena's "firing," how to book the follow-up on Raw, the "swerve" of Randy Orton retaining the WWE Title, when The Miz could cash in MITB (no one thought tonight on Raw!), WWE's main event style, Edge not being a PG character, is PG to blame for WWE's business woes?, Randy Orton as WWE champion, will Vince McMahon return to TV?, and more.Then on the Nov. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller took live phone calls for the first 15 covering the headline news of the day on "Juan Cena," plus other WWE topics and The Miz's title reign, promo styles in WWE vs. TNA, and other subjects. The last portion of the Thanksgiving special included a Vintage Audio Torch Roundtable from 1991 discussing the Survivor Series PPV.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 Nov. 18 and 19, 2010.On the Nov. 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops discuss the WWE Top 50 Superstars List, Goldberg's Hall of Fame credentials, Hulk Hogan's A&E special, more including a phone call from Sean Waltman!Then on the Nov. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers WWE's six releases announced today, TNA Impact highlights, Impact ratings and the red flag ratings pattern, why a change was needed for TNA, WWE's Top 50 list that Parks wrote a column about in the PWTorch Newsletter, the perception TNA creates when they take wrestlers released by WWE, and more. Then i the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Survivor Series, predictions for the Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett with John Cena as ref title match, Kane vs. Edge, 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 the Nov. 17, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed (rip apart) WWE's Top 50 Superstars list, then took a dozen calls on a wide variety of subjects including Undertaker, Survivor Series, WrestleMania, Breakout Moments, Michael Cole's character, Alex Riley's arrest, Roddy Piper, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, McNeill presents the Live Event Center and answers McNeill Mailbag Questions on a variety of subjects including worst title belts.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 Nov. 22, 2015 WWE Survivor Series post-show with James Caldwell & Greg Parks reviewing the event with live callers and emails. They focused on the Roman Reigns vs. Dean Amrose tournament finale for the vacant WWE Title and the Sheamus Money in the Bank cash-in afterward, plus speculation on what the match outcomes meant for WrestleMania the following year.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 12 and 15, 2010.On the Nov. 12, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers and emailers last night's TNA Impact, a general lack of emotional connection to TNA's product, Eric Bischoff all over the show, NXT as a guilty pleasure debated, the awful new Immortal theme and the new TNA Title belt for Jeff Hardy, Monday's three-hour Raw, the overall state of wrestling and the competitive TV market, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they looked at the Survivor Series and potential matches that could be added, Hall of Fame of 2010 inductees, the bigger 10-man tag match in Smackdown history...this year, and more.On the Nov. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers tonight's Old School Raw, what to expect on the show, TNA Impact ratings for Thursday, Bruce's theory on why the quarter-hour ratings pattern is always the same, the PPV wrestling market taking a hit vs. UFC, theories on whether PWTorch and other wrestling media outlets take away PPV buys, fringe wrestling fans, WWE investing in the PG audience, Mick Foley's latest interviews putting out feelers to WWE, jean shorts, follow-up on Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania 3, 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 the Nov. 10, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussing with live callers Undertaker's injury, how it affects WrestleMania 27, whether WWE has a back-up plan for WM27, perhaps a Nostalgia Mania in Atlanta to bridge the gap to WM28?, TNA's Samoa Joe vs. WWE's Husky Harris, overall lack of focus on what matters on pro wrestling TV, David Otunga, concussions, Mick Foley and Mr. Anderson's quotes on concussions, why there is a need more than ever for an off-season in pro wrestling, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Mania, Taker, Sean Waltman YouShoot, have a Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame scoop, and discuss the 20 Years Ago Torch Newsletter with some fascinating stories, house show reports, and ol' Herb Abrams makes an appearance.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 the Nov. 10, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussing with live callers the Old School Raw on Monday, 2011 WWE Hall of Fame candidates, where Shawn Michaels fit in, might Undertaker retire if he didn't wrestle at WrestleMania 27, TNA's financial position, concussions and head trauma in pro wrestling vs. other sports, the Live Events Center, plus lightning strikes and Pat McNeill's Monologue takes over for a great close to the show.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed C.M. Punk as a color commentator while injured, the possibility of the new Michael Cole character to be revealed as Cole's evil twin brother, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.