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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 ten years to a pair of back to back PWTorch Livecasts from ten years ago.First, the Nov. 13, 2015 episode with PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the PWTorch East Coast Cast wrapping up the week in pro wrestling with live callers and emails.Then the Nov. 16 episode with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussing that night's WWE Raw, breaking down the high-points (and low-points) of Raw. Then, calls and emails discussing Raw's hot topics.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 Deep Dive with Rich Fann from Nov. 14, 2020. Chris Maitland returned to talk with Rich about the Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame inductions of Jun Akiyama and Kenny Omega – particularly against the field of other Japanese candidates, his issues with the process, and how transparency could help some of the questions listed.Additionally, the pair have a chat about the recent AEW Brandi Rhodes promo, which leads to a run-in from Melissa, and her thoughts on two black women code switching on television, the Kenny Omega Jordan tribute and Melissa's feelings as a Duke alum and former cheerleader, and Melissa's view on how the book “The Namesake” could tie into professional wrestling, particularly with the realm of language brokering as a tool of linguistics.Rich returns and Chris finishes talking about wrestlers that he feels should have a higher profile, including Ted Turner, Don Owen, Caristico, Junkyard Dog, and Kerry Von Erich, and finish with newer inductees in 2021 that bear watching.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/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.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Nov. 8 and 9, 2010.On the Nov. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Turning Point PPV including the usual booking gaffes, Jeff Hardy's heel turn one month in, Pope's odd promo, Dreamer-RVD, and more. Also, Jerry Lawler missing Raw, Michael Cole's heel persona needing to be scratched and why, status of Nexus right now - are they being overexposed?, why WWE splits up tag teams and the back-story on it, history of shoot wrestling, Gary Hart's book, a role for Steve Austin at WrestleMania, and more.On the Nov. 9, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net discussing with live callers the previous night's WWE Raw, Santino's Tea Time, the hype for Survivor Series, will any matches be announced on the mid-card?!, state of tag teams in wrestling, state of TNA and what can be done to turn around financial aspect, whether there was someone better for Matt Morgan's slot at Turning Point, plus much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the Turning Point PPV in-depth and touch on more TNA 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, from Friday, Nov. 6, 2015, PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the East Coast Cast wrap up the week in pro wrestling with live callers and emails.Then from Monday, Nov. 9, 2015, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks at the top of the show breaking down a very newsworthy U.K. Raw. Plus, live phone calls and emails 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 our coverage of AEW Full Gear including three shows:The Nov. 5 episode of the All Elite Aftershow as Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek begin by talking about Impact Wrestling shooting Johnny Bravo. From there, it's all AEW, including a breakdown of the go-home Dynamite to Full Gear. They also preview the entire Full Gear card and make predictions for the PPV on Saturday night, and they take listener emails.Then the Nov. 7 episode of Wrestling Night in America. PWTorch columnist Greg Parks reviewed the AEW Full Gear PPV right after it concluded with callers and emailers. Among the topics: What's next for Cody Rhodes and Hikaru Shida, Elite Deletion and the effects on the competitors, lack of a Sting appearance, and more.The Nov. 12 episode of the All Elite Aftershow as Mike and Andrew review AEW Full Gear, including the Elite Deletion match and why it stunk. After a full breakdown of Full Gear, they turn their attention to that week's episode of Dynamite and what the plans were for the company moving forward. Then, of course, emails.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. 4 and Nov. 5, 2010.On the Nov. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks included discussion with live callers on WWE's financial report covered from every angle, WWE's PPV business covered from every angle, WWE Films division, Vince McMahon missing the conference call, Impact tonight, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss PPVs at bars, Sunday's TNA PPV, Eric Bischoff's odd quotes on "American Idol" being a power struggle, Linda wrap-up coverage, and more.On the Nov. 5, 2010 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they took live calls throughout the live one hour show on a variety of topics including Kevin Nash's latest Twitter posts and potential future in WWE, the difference between the late-'90s Monday Night Wrestling and today, Linda McMahon's campaign and Vince McMahon's presidential tease, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they dive into detailed analysis of last Friday's Smackdown and last night's Raw. They open with some Randy Moss and Minnesota Vikings talk.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. 3, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on the Linda McMahon fall-out, what's next for WWE, regulation of pro wrestling?, Linda's next Senate campaign (if it happens), a very interesting McMahon conference call to come on Thursday, NXT results last night, fixing Smackdown with a downward ratings trend, the worst hyped retirement match ever for this Sunday's PPV, WWE injuries, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed C.M. Punk as a color commentator while injured, Undertaker's potential match-up at WrestleMania 27 (if healthy), plus Listener Mail on weight divisions in wrestling, and old 1996 WCW stipulation match, 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 Oct. 29 and Nov. 1, 2010.On the Oct. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell talked with live callers about the previous night's TNA Impact in-depth, the concussion angle, pros and cons of the concussion storyline, Matt Morgan's face turn, Undertaker's WrestleMania 27 opponent, and much more.On the Nov. 1, 2010 episode, PWPWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers on Election Day Eve, Vince McMahon vs. the government, Smackdown's ratings decline, should there be weight divisions in wrestling, Raw tonight, MVP, Kozlov, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back ten years to a pair of back to back PWTorch Livecasts from ten years ago. First, from Friday, Oct. 30, 2015, PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant of the East Coast Cast take live phone calls and emails covering the hot topics in wrestling that week including a petition for the WWE Hall of Fame that wrestlers were participating it.Then from Monday, Nov. 2, 2015 PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell hosts the WWE Raw break down with Pat McNeill in the opening portion of the show, then live calls & emails in the second-half of the show. They discuss the build to Survivor Series including Team Rollins vs. Team Reigns and the return of the Usos.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
Today we jump back five years to the Nov. 1, 2020 episode of Wrestling Night in America. PWTorch columnist Greg Parks was joined by PWTorch.com contributor Zach Graham for a match-by-match preview of AEW Full Gear. They take phone calls and emails on a potential faction led by Roman Reigns, Survivor Series and the lack of NXT, Sasha vs. Bayley, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 27 and 28, 2010.On the Oct. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill continue the discussion this week on the biggest stories including more on the Brock Lesnar-Undertaker angle at the UFC PPV on Saturday, looking ahead to the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania, Undertaker's WrestleMania options, the disrespect shown to women on WWE and TNA television, Daniel Bryan's push in WWE, Undertaker out of character, TNA and WWE PPV buys, and more.On the Oct. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on tonight's TNA Impact, the change of direction for TNA's top storyline and positives and negatives that could come from it, Hulk Hogan's same ol' video message on "shooting" and "getting real," Dragon Gate USA's live Internet PPV on Friday, a look-ahead to how WWE could book the Royal Rumble, historical perspective on Japanese wrestlers who got over in the U.S. and African-American top stars, health concerns over blood in WWE and concussions in pro wrestling, and much more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the lack of money-making pro wrestling angles in WWE & TNA right now, how the four-year look at Raw & Impact ratings points to that, Smackdown's ratings, plus a 20 years ago flashback review of the Nov. 1, 1990 Torch Newsletter with WCW Halloween Havoc broken down in detail.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 26, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss in-depth last night's Raw and the final hype for Sunday's Bragging Rights PPV.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed with live callers about the previous week's Impact and the dismal quarter hour ratings trends, whether WWE might shake up their approach to PPVs, the Eric Bischoff-Bret Hart war of words, Linda McMahon's future if she loses, the whole "Stand Up for WWE" campaign, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 22 and 25, 2010.On the Oct. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact in-depth, why the show was improved yet can't answer the question of why anything discussed matters, breaking news analysis of the Impact rating dropping, the Bragging Rights PPV up against UFC 121 this weekend, Goldust's rise in 2010, analysis of the Top 5 babyfaces in TNA being flawed characters to oppose Team Immortals, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed why RVD is in WWE's upcoming video game, predictions for Bragging Rights, whether anyone would buy Kevin Nash vs. Taker at WrestleMania, Stand Up for WWE week in review, 20 years ago Flashback - WWF's A & B house shows, Cactus Jack Torch Talk, more...On the Oct. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the Brock Lesnar and Undertaker situation, the booking and match results at the previous night's Bragging Rights PPVs, a caller with a live perspective on the PPV from Minneapolis, tonight's Raw, WWE and TNA being held responsible for wrestler health issues and whether TNA gets a pass, plus much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 21, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers on Kevin Nash's interview covering multiple WWE & TNA coverage, tonight's TNA Impact, Paul Heyman's vision for TNA if he joined the promotion, TNA Reaction with more explanation of "they," Kaval's booking on Smackdown, whether WWE can create marketable stars trying to create "comedic" sides to their stars, Japan vs. U.S. media coverage of wrestling, TMZ marketing JWoww vs. Cookie better than TNA would book it, and much more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed who should be first in line to face Jeff Hardy for the TNA Title, what it says about TNA's booking that they don't have a strong babyface ready for Hardy, Bragging Rights overview & whether it's worth ordering & predictions on the top three matches, WWE Movies, including the Hollywood Reporter ripping "Knucklehead," the inevitable "Stand Up for WWE" campaign response telling the audience to stand up against elitist Hollywood movie reviewers, and so much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.