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American wrestling journalist

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Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Parks talk dreadful Raw rating, AEW vs. NXT scorecard, Horror Show preview, Evil's Dominion win, Sasha & Bayley

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 104:24


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Greg Parks, a columnist for Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter and host of the PWTorch Dailycast “Wrestling Night in America” podcast. They being with reaction to the breaking news of Raw's record-low rating. Then they assess the scorecard for the AEW Fyter Fest vs. NXT Great American Bash two-week battle including the quarter hour and minute-by-minute details we have exclusive access to. From there, a look at New Japan's big weekend and Evil's surprising elevation, a preview of Extreme Rules: Horror Show, and Mailbag topics including a lot on the WWE women's division, Shayna Baszler, a possible Evolution 2 all-women's PPV, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
AEW DYNAMITE POST-SHOW (7/16): Keller & Lilly on All In follow-up with promos from Hangman, Toni Storm, Nick Wayne, Copeland, Callis, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 106:43


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Darrin Lilly to discuss the July 16 edition of AEW Dynamite including the follow-up to All In with a "catch your breath" style episode featuring "Hangman" Page celebrating his AEW Title win, Toni Storm celebrating her successful AEW Title defense, Don Callis and Kazuchika Okada showing up with new Unified Title, plus MVP, Adam Copeland, Nick Wayne, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Seth's "injury," Evolution shining, All In's length, Hangman, TNA's aspirations, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 147:34


PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:A lengthy discussion on the (likely?) worked nature of Seth Rollins's knee injury, various ways it could potentially ultimately make sense in a storyline, but is it ultimately going to be worth it?WWE counter-scheduling AEW again next month with NXT Heat Wave and whether it's fair game competition or predatory or just a bad look that could cost them more than it gainsThe length All In coming in 90 minutes longer than prior long shows and whether it was worth it and what the motivation might've beenAll In's attendance, main event thoughts and whether the violence is a net positive, plus Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada, Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Moné, and moreEvolution including Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley, Naomi's resurgence, and the Charlotte-Alexa Bliss storylineGunther vs. GoldbergJelly Roll's involvement in WWE and early praiseShould Paul Levesque be pulling curtain back in post-show media Q&As, and the history of finding that balance with how much to share and on what timeframeTNA's ambitions to get a real revenue stream on cable TV and the politics of how that could affect WWE's perspective on themLevesque's propensity to book faces bickering and heels crossing paths, including in Triple Threat matchesDid Roman Reigns's return overshadow C.M. Punk's big moment on Raw?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO RAW POST-SHOW: Doubling down on Eye for an Eye stip, Asuka & Kairi vs. Sasha & Bayley, Ric Flair, Owens, MVP, Orton

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 136:51


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (7-13-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Smackdown TV reporter Brandon LeClair to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers including thoughts on the main event tag team match between Sasha Banks & Bayley vs. Asuka & Kairi Sane, the doubling-down on the Eye for an Eye stip for Rey Mysterio vs. Seth Rollins, the Randy Orton vs. Big Show feud with Ric Flair's strong performance again, plus Kevin Owens, Viking Raiders, MVP, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell Keith Lee, Orange Cassidy, AEW vs. NXT ratings, Extreme Rules hype, Deville, Bischoff, Renee Young, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 119:41


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They evaluated AEW Fyter Fest vs. NXT Great American Bash, the Speaking Out movement weeks later, the state of COVID-19 precautions by WWE and AEW, the build for key matches on Extreme Rules, and more. Also, scattered throughout the show are Mailbag questions on a variety of topics including Eric Bischoff opting for surprises instead of planning ahead, was AEW engaged in too much cronyism and nepotism, Gene Okerlund compared to Renee Young, Tony Khan on Twitter, Sonya Deville's potential, Jon Moxley vs. Brian Cage finish, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE RAW POST-SHOW (7/14): Keller & Machado react to return of Reigns, Naomi's rise, Punk-Gunther prospects, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 130:15


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado to discuss the July 14 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including the surprise return of Roman Reigns at the end, C.M. Punk winning a gauntlet match to earn the Summerslam match against Gunther for the World Title, an indecisive Seth Rollins update, the joy of The Judgment Day segments, and much more with live chat, caller, and email contributions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Nick Aldis expresses his ambition and frustrations, thoughts on Bischoff, Hogan, Dixie, future

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 107:08


In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed current WWE Smackdown G.M. Nick Aldis. The interview features fascinating insight from an ambitious and often frustrated long-time member of TNA ("Magnus"), missed opportunities, Dixie Carter, Eric Bischoff, Hulk Hogan, and his future.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO DYNAMITE POST-SHOW: Keller & Krol talk Mox vs. Cage for AEW Title, Kenny and Cody hint at being heels, Tully scouts, Vickie, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 135:20


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (7-15-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol. They talked with live callers and answer emails about AEW Dynamite's “Fight for the Fallen” including Jon Moxley vs. Brian Cage for AEW Title, Kenny Omega and Cody tease heel turns, Tully Blanchard scouting could give hints at a future Horsemen-like faction, Vickie Guerrero revealed as Nyla Rose's manager, Nightmare Sisters, fans without masks clustering in the stands, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
15 YRS AGO: Keller & Powell discuss whether TNA should hand keys to Heyman, removal of R-Truth, MITB possible winners, live callers

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 100:01


Today we jump back 15 years to the July 6, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss last night's episode of WWE Raw, plus live calls on a variety subjects including Money in the Bank, could Matt Hardy or Christian be given a win, could Triple H fill R-Truth's slot, why was R-Truth removed, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss in-depth the prospects of Paul Heyman running TNA.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW (7/11) - Keller & Wells talk Logan-Jelly Roll-Orton-Drew, Tiffany-Trish, Wyatt's tag win, NXT GAB, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 126:55


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Kelly Wells who begin by talking about the build for the Tiffany Stratton vs. Trish Stratus match at Evolution and whether their exchange clicked. Then they discuss the Wyatts winning the WWE Tag Team Titles, the Logan Paul-Jelly Roll angle with Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre, and more with live chat and live caller interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
AEW ALL IN PPV PREVIEW - Keller & Krol & Fann preview full line-up + Full Tony Khan Media Q&A

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 133:04


PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW All In PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by current PWTorch columnist Rich Fann and 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 All In but also other topics including ROH, the AEW Unified Title, Britt Baker, "Hangman" Page, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW: Karoake, New Day vs. Cesaro & Nakamura, Miz TV with Hardy, live callers & mailbag

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 108:17


In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (7-10-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn to discuss WWE Smackdown including the odd and awful karaoke segment with Lana, Dana Brooke, Tamina, and Naomi, New Day defending against Cesaro & Shinsuke Nakamura, Miz TV with Jeff Hardy, and more with live callers and emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Keller's classic '90s radio segment with Dave Meltzer & John Arezzi, plus new Arezzi convo on cinematic wrestling

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 137:09


In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-7-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is part of two distinct segments.First is a new discussion that week with former pro wrestling radio show host and convention promoter John Arezzi who talks about his new tell-all books, his new website wrestling history project, his return to pro wrestling with new podcasts, and reflections on his history of podcasting. Then Arezzi and Keller talk about the Pandemic Era of pro wrestling, Cinematic Wrestling in the context of wrestling history, the Undertaker documentary series, whether Major League Baseball can learn from pro wrestling in terms of operating safely or are the two situations just too different, and more.Then in the second half of the show, we present a September 19, 1992 episode of Arezzi's radio show with Wade Keller and Dave Meltzer as guest analysts discussing controversies including Bill Watts butting heads with top stars in WCW.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
AEW DYNAMITE POST-SHOW (7/9): Keller & Lansdell on final All In hype incl. fork lift, Storm-Mercedes, Talky Talk, Okada-Omega video, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 125:43


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Lansdell to discuss the July 9 edition of AEW Dynamite including the final build to All In. They looked at the strengths but also questioned whether too much happened in a way that lost focus on some key selling points. They discussed the fork lift angle with Swerve Strickland, the Young Bucks EVP stip, Mercedes Mone-Toni Storm, the MJF-Mark Brisoce Talky Talk segment, the Kenny Omega-Kazuchika Okada video and lack of Don Callis promo to sell the match, and much more with chat and email interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann on Charlotte's essay on her challenges in recent years, SNME and Evolution preview, Tony Khan Q&A, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 159:59


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:A preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event with a focus on the pros and cons of the possible outcomes of the Gunther vs. Goldberg matchA preview of WWE Evolution with a look at the array of title matches including Trish Stratus being "gifted" a match and whether it feels justifiedA preview of NXT Great American Bash with a focus on Oba Femi, Ethan Page, and Ricky SaintsA look at the ROH Supercard of Honor PPV on Friday nightAnalysis of Tony Khan's media Q&A including ROH, the Unified Title's future, Britt Baker, All In attendance, and moreThoughts on Charlotte's touching Player's Tribune article on the ups and down of her public and personal life in recent yearsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO RAW POST-SHOW: Rey-Seth "Eye for an Eye" challenge, Drew McIntyre-Heath Slater, Women's prominence

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 124:57


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (7-6-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Cameron Hawkins to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails including a lot of talk about Sasha Banks and Bayley and the prominence of the women's division right now also including Nikki Cross, Asuka, and Kairi Sane. Plus, the Drew McIntyre-Heath Slater angle, Randy Orton's actions toward Angel Garza and Andrade, praise for MVP's continued prominent role with Bobby Lashley and trying to recruit others, the Eye for an Eye stipulation by Rey Mysterio for match with Seth Rollins, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE RAW POST-SHOW (7/7): Keller & Adams on pros and cons of Goldberg beating Gunther and could there be a twist, plus Penta-Seth, Breakker

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 129:55


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Adams to discuss the July 7 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including hype for Saturday Night's Main Event and Evolution. The first segments of the show are focused on pros and cons of Goldberg beating Gunther to win the title, plus a late scenario from Jason D from Australia on a twist with a MITB cash-in. Also, Penta's strong showing against Seth Rollins, The Judgment Day entertainment factor, and much more with live callers, chat, and email contributions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Cena-Cesaro 30 minute main event, Owens' future, lack of Reigns response to beatdown, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 91:52


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-7-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Tough Enough after two episodes, does ZZ have charisma, why can't American fans be like Japanese fans, Finn Balor vs. Hideo Itami potential, was Brock Lesnar wasted on the Japan show, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the previous night's Raw including the John Cena-Cesaro 30 minute main event, Kevin Owens' future, the absence of a Roman Reigns promo in response to the previous week's huge beatdown, Seth breaks 11th Amendment, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Reality TV veteran Jonny Fairplay with Tough Enough talk including dissecting format, production, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 90:47


In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-2-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed former "Survivor" contestant and TNA manager Jonny Fairplay with Tough Enough talk for the entire show, including reality TV veteran Fairplay dissecting the format, the production, how reality TV is fake, how to improve that season, predictions, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO DYNAMITE POST-SHOW: Keller & Dehnel: Fyter Fest night two including Jericho-Cassidy, Page & Omega vs. Private Party, live callers

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 91:40


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (7-8-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Joel Dehnel. They talk with live callers and answer emails about AEW Dynamite's “Fyter Fest Night 2” special including Chris Jericho vs. Orange Cassidy, “Hangman” Page & Kenny Omega vs. Private Party, SCU vs. Dark Order, announcements from Taz and Nyla Rose, and more with live callers and emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
15 YRS AGO: Keller & McNeill & Penick preview Lesnar's fight, Steamboat's condition, Bret criticizing Martha Hart, MITB preview

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 98:23


Today we jump back 15 years to the July 1, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, and MMATorch editor Jamie Penick, they begin with a discussion of the Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin fight on Saturday night, then move on to live calls on a variety of subjects including Rick Steamboat's condition, creating an MMA-style worked pro wrestling promotion, Brock's chances of becoming a Raw guest host, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and McNeill discuss the Raw G.M. situation, the Money in the Bank matches, and Bret Hart's criticism of Martha Hart.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW (7/4) - Keller & Machado talk Trish-Tiffany-Jade, Charlotte-Bliss dynamic, Drew's return, Solo's MFT Crew, Wyatts

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 114:48


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado who talk about the Trish Stratus-Tiffany Stratton-Jade Cargill segment, the fun Charlotte-Alexa Bliss storyline, Drew McIntyre's return and interactions with Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton, Solo Sikoa's crew with the MFT name, the way the Smackdown Tag Team Division is being featured, the state of the Wyatts, R-Truth, a big dose of Cody Rhodes psychoanalysis, and more with live chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin talk Punk's Thuganomics, AEW All In hype, review of Barry Horowitz autobiography, UFC, ZSJ's title win, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 122:19


PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics:Analysis of WWE Smackdown the night before Night of Champions including C.M. Punk's Thuganomics performanceA review of WWE Raw following NOCReviews of AEW Collision and AEW Dynamite including the big developments in All In hypeAnalysis of Zack Sabre Jr.'s IWGP Title winA review of UFC 371 and a preview of the next UFC eventA review of the new Barry Horowitz autobiographyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW: Bayley & Sasha spoof Taker tribute, Riddle vs. Morrison, Hardy-Sheamus angle, live callers & mailbag

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 144:27


In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (7-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Brandon LeClair from PWTorch.com to discuss WWE Smackdown including the Matt Riddle opening promo with 10,000 bros and a fixation on his bare feet, three strong singles wrestling matches, Sasha Banks & Bayley spoofing with a straight face the Undertaker tribute video from last week, the Swamp match preview, the show-closing Jeff Hardy-Sheamus' bartender angle, and more with live callers and emails.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & Powell talk Raw Mystery G.M., the WCW choice between Luger and Sting in 1990, NXT and ROH futures

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 155:16


Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 29 and 30, 2010.On the June 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net to discuss the fallout from the previous night's WWE Raw, the latest mysterious anonymous G.M. speculation, WCW's debate of giving the top push to Sting or Lex Luger around 1990, speculation on the direction of NXT, the future of Ring of Honor, and more.Then on the June 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops included a discussion with live callers on WWE Raw's mystery GM, lengthy discussion on TNA creative issues including Ed Ferrera leaving TNA and whether more creative changes are on the way, plus insight in Vince Russo's standing in TNA, what it would take for Paul Heyman to enter TNA, the previous night's NXT, whether Season 2 Rookies would be incorporated into Nexus, C.M. Punk's injury, Smackdown's MITB match at the PPV, more opportunities for young talent in WWE, what to do with the re-formed ECW in TNA, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed time off for wrestlers, how to incorporate time off into storylines, Arn Anderson's promo on Raw, WWE featuring Ric Flair On-Demand, Ricky Steamboat's DVD, an interesting WWE On-Demand Roundtable discussion of Bruno Sammartino, the death of Chris Adams's former wife and valet, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
AEW DYNAMITE POST-SHOW (7/2): Keller & Maitland talk return of Kenny Omega, Bucks put up EVP status, Jet Speed won't stay down, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 111:11


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Maitland to discuss the July 2 edition of AEW Dynamite including the triumphant return of Kenny Omega, The Young Bucks put up EVP status after Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland raise the stakes, Jet Speed won't stay down, Hangman Page-Jon Moxley match stip set, and more with live chat and email interactions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin: NXT Great American Bash, AEW Fyter Fest, New Japan Cup, Raw, SD, books on Pre-1950s pro wrestling

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 110:29


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-2-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a look at NXT Great American Bash, AEW Fyter Fest Night 1, the ratings for AEW vs. NXT this week, last week's WWE Smackdown, this week's WWE Monday Night Raw, the New Japan Cup semi-finals, plus Mailbag on Jim Londos and good books on the pre-1950s pro wrestling industry, Asuka, Nyla Rose's possible manager, the origins of the terms football and soccer, utilizing King of the Ring to determine SummerSlam challenger, a Last Dance Review, and more. Todd pops bigger for an email than he ever has before near the end.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO RAW POST-SHOW: Lashley's rise with MVP, Drew-Ziggler, Sasha-Asuka, future of Zelina's group, Ruby Riott's path

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 115:06


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (6-29-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Ryan Sullivan of the “Podcast of Honor” VIP Audio Show to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails including exploring various paths for Sasha Banks and Bayley, the success of trying to build Dolph Ziggler as a worthy challenger for Drew McIntyre, the rise of MVP and Bobby Lashley lately, what's the path for Ruby Riott, should Zelina Vega's group break up or stick together, Ric Flair's appearance, the latest with Seth Rollins and Rey Mysterio et al, Big Show, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Raw GM speculation, the art of writing a wrestler off TV, Sting-Jarrett low rating, Lesnar UFC fight

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 165:20


Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 25 and 28, 2010.On the June 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact, Abyss's "they" storyline, Mick Foley's possible involvement, WWE Raw GM possibilities, analysis of some potential GMs including Shane McMahon, Steve Austin, Booker T, Batista, and others, WWE apparently trying to turn Vince McMahon face, potential Summerslam storylines, Best/Worst Examples of writing off a wrestler from TV, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answer a round of VIP member Listener Mail questions from the McNeill Mailbag, McNeill tells great independent show stories, including a story involving Mickie James, plus a detailed legal analysis of the Martha Hart vs. WWE & McMahon lawsuit, why Bret Hart might have left WWE with WrestleMania paychecks rolling in, and more.Then on the June 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the mystery G.M. storyline, the Martha Hart lawsuit, WWE running from the term "pro wrestling," Miz and Morrison comparisons, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Brock Lesnar-Shane Carwin title fight on Saturday, the dreadfully low ratings for Jeff Jarrett vs. Sting on Impact last week, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE RAW POST-SHOW (6/30): Keller & Radican & Fann talk Levesque's bookings, Evolution taking shape, Punk cheered, Gunther talks Goldberg

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 131:18


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican to discuss the June 30 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix including Paul Levesque's frequency of face vs. face and heel vs. heel situations that can lead to tough choices for fans or even apathy during matches including the pros and cons of Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley as the announced headline match for Evolution. Also, the New Day losing the World Tag Team Titles, Sheamus vs. Rusev, C.M. Punk getting cheered despite a rough last week, Gunther's latest promo about Goldberg, and more. PWTorch VIP analyst Rich Fann and his son join the show to talk about attending Raw with in-person observations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Is Seth a weak heel champion, TNA loses “World Title status,” does TNA “deserve to survive,” more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 121:42


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-30-2015), PWTorch's Bruce Mitchel guest hosting for Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the previous night's WWE Raw, the awful rating, is Seth Rollins too weak of a heel champion, what's ahead of Brock Lesnar, the state of TNA, Matt Morgan's return, and many more topics with live callers and emails.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Tough Enough's new season, TNA losing “World Title status,” does TNA “deserve to survive,” the Kevin Owens interference in the Cesaro vs. John Cena match, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Taz discussing unlikely career journey, comparisons to Lesnar's suplex-based style, NXT as a training ground

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 104:53


In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-25-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Taz who discussed his unlikely career journey, comparisons to Brock Lesnar's suplex-based style, NXT as a training ground, Tough Enough reaction, commentating for WWE vs. TNA, switching to a podcasting career, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO DYNAMITE POST-SHOW: Keller & Barnett talk Fyter Fest including Cody-Hager, will Kenny ever be centerpiece star, Taz's dig at WWE

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 108:57


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (7-1-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jake Barnett from ProWrestling.net. They talked with live callers and answer emails about AEW Dynamite's “Fyter Fest Night 1” special including whether the show felt special, which matches delivered and which seemed to come up short, whether Jake Hager stepped up for the moment, whether Kenny Omega will ever be the central star fans of his anticipated when AEW launched, tag wrestlers who could be singles stars, Taz's buzz-generating promo taking a dig at WWE, the Jon Moxley vs. Brian Cage delay, did Cody not go on last because of NXT's strong main event, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & Mitchell & Hoops talk Batista's MMA aspirations, NXT angle, Hall of Fames, Sheamus's rise, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 164:30


Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 23 and 24, 2010.On the June 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussing the NXT angle, the Raw ratings, the rise of Sheamus, the Ric Flair-Jay Lethal situation, the Mystery G.M. angle, Batista's MMA aspirations, and more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the latest comments from Jim Ross and Kurt Angle, more on Batista's MMA aspirations, and more.Then on the June 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Brian Hoops of the PWTorch Nostalgia Podcast took live calls throughout the hour including whether showing WWE fans rookies in a demeaning role hurts their chances of being taken seriously later, Chris Jericho's strengths and weaknesses at this point in his career, LayCool-Beautiful People similarities, Martha Hart's claim, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Brian Hoops talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the various Hall of Fames in pro wrestling among other topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW (6/27) - Keller & Corbridge react to Punk's attempt to spoof Cena Thugonomics, final Night of Champions hype

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 105:38


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Eric Corbridge who talk about C.M. Punk's attempt to fire back with a spoof of the decades-old Thugonomics version of John Cena, but was it too cringey to actually work in his favor? They also discussed the rest of the show including the state of the tag division with another awful WWE TV finish, Tiffany Stratton vs. Nia Jax, the Cody Rhodes-Randy Orton segment with a technical issue resolved creatively by the time it aired on USA Network, and much more with live caller and chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Parks: Better Off or Worse Off theme episode for WWE and NXT wrestlers today versus one year ago

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 130:22


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-26-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They present a special theme episode – Better Off or Worse Off, looking at WWE and NXT wrestlers today versus one year ago. Is Drew McIntyre better off or worse off? How about Braun Strowman? New Day? A.J. Styles? Dolph Ziggler? Bayley? Undisputed Era? Keith Lee? Seth Rollins? Johnny Gargano? And many many more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW: Undertaker tribute, Corbin angle, Nikki earns title shot, COVID-19 updates, live callers & mailbag

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 107:14


In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (6-26-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado from PWTorch.com to discuss WWE Smackdown including the Undertaker tribute, the Baron Corbin promo and main event match against Jeff Hardy, Nikki Cross earns title shot, a look at the women's divisions in WWE without Charlotte, COVID-19 updates including masks in the audience now allowed, along with live callers and various email topics submitted by listeners.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Fann with a Speaking Out Special – Sammy Guevara's suspension, promoter response, fan disenchantment, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 89:06


In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-23-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Rich Fann. They answered mailbag questions dedicated to the Speaking Out movement, including Sammy Guevara's suspension without pay, promoter response so far, fan disenchantment and how wrestling's social media accessibility exacerbates that sense of betrayal fans feel, pro wrestling's shameful past and why it's different and in some ways worse now, and why there's hope for this to make a difference for the future of the industry and the safety of its participants.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
AEW DYNAMITE POST-SHOW (6/25): Keller & Kuester talk Briscoe and Statlander wins, Okada-Takeshita exchange, Bucks EVP status, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 115:22


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Dan Kuester to discuss the June 25 edition of AEW Dynamite including whether it is needlessly and counter-productively excessive for Jon Moxley to choke "Hangman" Page with a chain, will the Young Bucks lose their storyline EVP status, should Mark Briscoe get a Jey Uso-like bigger push, does Adam Cole need a refresh (yes!), should Tony Khan invest even more in Jet Speed, is Kota Ibushi looking better than last time, praise for the Arena Mexico highlight video, and more with live caller, chat, and email interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell look at King and Queen of the Ring finals, what was point of Cena promo on Punk, AEW All In ticket sales, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 134:45


PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday 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 prospects for the King of the Ring final with Cody Rhodes vs. Randy OrtonThe prospects for the Queen of the Ring final with Jade Cargill vs. AsukaWhat was the end goal of John Cena's bizarro Pipe Bomb promo last Friday on Smackdown? Does it harm C.M. Punk with fans? Does it paint Cena negatively for engaging in such a one-sided, unfair fight, or was it justice for Punk's words in the past?A look at ticket sales for All In and the big three matches announces so far. Is there anything AEW can do to spark ticket sales in these final few weeks?Analysis of our PWTorch poll asking who is AEW's most valuable wrestler currently on the roster looking at the next three years, and is there a single standout or should it be an ensemble approach?Thoughts on the build for Goldberg challenging Gunther for the World Title at Saturday Night's Main EventSome NXT and TNA talk including how the WWE alliance is working for TNA's hardcore fansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO RAW POST-SHOW: Dominik angle with Rey and Seth, Orton-Big Show, Sasha-Bayley, Lashley & MVP, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 137:49


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (6-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Brandon LeClair to talk about WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails, plus some talk about Speaking Out and the Sammy Guevara suspension. Raw topics include the Randy Orton-Big Show exchange, Rey Mysterio and Seth Rollins angles with Dominik and others, the Drew McIntyre vs. Dolph Ziggler PPV title match set-up, the latest with Sasha Banks and Bayley including a big challenge, did Charlotte beat Asuka clean or not, Viking Raiders vs. Street Profits, Bobby Lashley and MVP and Apollo Crews, Liv Morgan, Lana and Natalya, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

PWTorch Dailycast
Best of PWTorch Livecast - (6-23-2010) Keller & Powell discuss NXT rebels beatdown of Vince McMahon, mystery G.M., TNA expansion, live calls

PWTorch Dailycast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 103:22


Today we jump back ten years (6-23-2015) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they discuss last night's Raw, the big NXT rebels beatdown of Vince McMahon, the mystery G.M. angle and speculation on candidates, the Fortune Faction in TNA, TNA expanding on Thursdays, WWE's IC Champ rankings, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the IC Title rankings by WWE more and also TNA surprise ideas.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE RAW POST-SHOW (6/23): Keller & LeClair talk Cody vs. Jey, Jade still rough in the ring, Goldberg interview, Punk-Cena follow-up

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 130:57


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Brandon LeClair discussing WWE Raw on Netflix. They start with a review of Cody Rhodes vs. Jey Uso in King of the Ring semi-final and how it succeeded as a face vs. face novelty main event. Also, concern for Jade Cargill's wrestling progress, insights and follow-up on the John Cena tear-down of C.M. Punk last Friday, Goldberg's sit-down and Goldberg's fired up in-ring promo, Lyra Valkyria screwing up Bayley's IC Title shot against Becky Lynch, and much more with a on-site report, live callers, chat, and email interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss return of Brock Lesnar, Seth's acting, Reigns-Bray, Women's Tournament, Ambrose, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 120:25


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-23-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed with live callers the previous night's WWE Raw with a focus on Brock Lesnar-Seth Rollins storyline and mess of a Divas Division, plus is Jay Lethal a worthy ROH World Champion, and much more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Tough Enough's new season, TNA's odd Slammiversary situation, Byron Saxton, why isn't Lucha Underground more popular, Seth's awesome apology, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Dusty Rhodes book author Howard Brody discusses challenges of working with Dusty, reaction to Dusty's death

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 87:25


In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (6-18-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Howard Brody, co-author of Dusty Rhodes's 2005 autobiography, who shares for nearly an hour hour his memories regarding the challenges of working with Dusty on the book, personal interactions with Dusty, impressions of the reaction to his death from inside the industry, and more.Then Sean Radican joins Keller to preview the next night's ROH live PPV with the title vs. title main event, A.J. Styles, Kyle O'Reilly, The Young Bucks, Christopher Daniels, Frankie Kazarian, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
5 YRS AGO DYNAMITE POST-SHOW: Keller & Sage talk Jericho and Orange Cassidy, Cody & Arn press conference, COVID-19 related changes, callers

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 127:20


In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (6-24-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Tyler Sage. They talked with live callers and answered emails about AEW Dynamite right after the show ended. Topics included a strong closing segment with Chris Jericho and Orange Cassidy with the odd scene of a brawl in the stands with “cheering fans” without masks, the hype for Fyter Fest including speculation on what's next for Jon Moxley after Brian Cage, Cody and Arn Anderson at the press conference and whether Arn is doing good mic work, Britt Baker, Jim Ross encouraging mask wearing on a show with almost no one wearing masks, the use of the Lucha Brothers, Matt Hardy, FTR, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & Powell & McNeill talk NXT Angle Follow-up, Cena petitions for Danielson's return, Jericho's WWE stature

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 177:47


Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 16 and 17, 2010.On the June 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill discussed Monday's follow-up to the NXT angle on Raw. Then they fielded phone calls on a variety of subjects including the authentic backstage segments on NXT, the power-structure in TNA, the failure of WWE to live up to the impossible peak of the excitement of the Attitude/Stone Cold/Rock era, and more. Plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and McNeill delve into whether WWE really blew it on Monday or if they were being held to unrealistic expectations.Then on the June 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net took live calls throughout the hour on a variety of subjects including the NXT angle fallout, Bryan Danielson's future, who might replace John Cena if he were to get injured, more on the Dixie Carter TNA surprise, Chris Jericho's actual status in WWE, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss RVD's usage, John Cena's corporate speak, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows
WWE SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW (6/20) - Keller & Machado talk Cena clowning Punk, did WWE outsmart themselves with Yin/Yang Pipebomb stunt, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-shows

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 132:28


PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Javier Machado who talk extensively out of the gate about the fascinating John Cena clowning and emasculating of C.M. Punk. Did they outsmart themselves with their Yin/Yang Pipebomb callback and actually destroy C.M. Punk's brand, or are they a step ahead and this will pay off with either a great inspired Punk rebuttal or a Punk heel turn? Also, the King and Queen of the Ring semi-finals, a Solo Sikoa-Jacob Fatu summit, and more with live caller, chat room, and email interactions throughout including Jason from Australia.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin talk Sheamus-Hardy urine angle, Orton punting Christian, New Japan's hiatus return, Cody-Arn, more

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 138:36


In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with Todd's analysis of the first few New Japan shows since returning from pandemic hiatus, then a review of Smackdown including the urination dousing with Sheamus and Jeff Hardy, a review of Raw with the Drew McIntyre-R-Truth angle and the Christian-Randy Orton tease, a review of AEW Dynamite including a theory on where Cody and Arn Anderson pairing was going, and a review NXT on USA including a move toward more zany comedy, followed by some NXT-AEW ratings talk, and finally some UFC talk to round out the current events section.Then the show concludes with a sample of this week's Mailbag edition of the VIP podcast "The Fix" with Todd and Wade discussing a reported proposed trade between the WWF and WCW in 1992 involving four very big names and then a discussion of wrestlers in movies, and a bonus topic of favorite Simpson's episodes, new observations rewatching "Game of Thrones," and what's next on Todd's binge-watch list.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann on Punk absorbing hypocrisy claims, Queen and King tournaments, AEW Unified Title, Truth, Goldberg, Becky-Bayley

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 130:27


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:Lay of the land in the Queen of the Ring and King of the Ring tournaments including the return of AsukaGoldberg's return and being gifted a title shot against Gunther including how WWE could have made that more palatable and credibleDoes it seem C.M. Punk is flustered lately - including his interactions with John Cena on TV - with the social media backlash against him going to Saudi Arabia and are his critics relishing calling him a hypocrite?The latest with R-Truth and Ron KillingsA look at the state of TNA as Rich is heading to TNA tapings this weekendThoughts on streaming overtaking broadcast and cable as the main way people consume programming nowThe latest with WBD and the changes in the corporate structureTidbits and thoughts on recent podcast highlights with Cody Rhodes, Undertaker, and the BellasThe new AEW Unified Title and where it could all be headedA review of the Becky Lynch-Bayley exchange on Raw this weekPaul Levesque steps on rakes again when it comes to making political appearances and commentsClosing thoughts on the battle of the Mall of America compared to Canada's mega-man in EdmontonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.