Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed Monday Night Raw from the night before with live callers.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the proper heel or face roles for each of the Shield members, plus answered email questions on a range of topics including Daniel Bryan.

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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed Bob Backlund autobiography co-author Robert Miller who discusses going from fan to friend as he wrote definitive Backlund chronicle.

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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.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 20, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill, they discussed the controversy erupting over the "Stand Up For WWE" campaign as it relates to Linda McMahon's political campaign. Also, live calls on Jeff Hardy's heel turn, Paul Heyman's goals for TNA, R-Truth's absence this week, Tough Enough's format, Bischoff's comments on ROH and Bret's comments on Bischoff, MVP's push, the Jeff Jarrett-Kurt Angle relationship, potential for Sunday's Daniel Bryan-Dolph Ziggler match, Hornswoggle's character, and more.

In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Live Event...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the top happenings in pro wrestling over the last week including NXT, AEW Dynamite, Raw, Smackdown, Hell in a Cell, and Impact’s Bound for Glory. Some specific topics include Pat McAfee joining Oney Lorcan & Danny Burch, the new presentation of Kenny Omega and how to interpret it, the odd framing of The Young Bucks, the latest chapter with Roman Reig...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
WWE Raw's follow-up to Seth Rollins injury and Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed attackPaul Heyman's welcome return to a more prominent role on WWE TVA look at both the Raw and Smackdown babyface and heel depth charts, who can step up, who might be turned, and who could be called upCody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre for SNMECody's outlook for 2026Why can't Drew get a consistent shot at being...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 18 and 19, 2010.

On the Oct. 18, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Vince McMahon's YouTube video, what it says about WWE's state, whether McMahon should be removed from power in WWE, historical perspective on WWE "rallying the troops," tonight's WWE Raw, WWE's one big "ace in the hole" being John Cena and Wade Barrett, the lack of hype for Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett at the PPV, TNA's booking of female TV characters, WWE & TNA struggling...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the Steve Austin interview with Brock Lesnar, plus reaction to last night's Raw and the breaking news of Raw's rating. They also field phone calls from live listeners on a variety of WWE-related topics.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they follow up on the Livecast to absorb the ratings news, plus answer a wide range of email topics...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 14 and 15, 2010.

On the Oct. 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls for the full hour with topics including the Jim Cornette-Mark Madden rivalry, Bruce Prichard's history, TNA's lack of strict face/heel definitions, TNA's Jersey Shore cross promotion, Gail Kim and Mickie James, Shocking Angles, and more. Plus in the VIP Aftershow, Keller and McNeill discuss the possible big changes WWE might initiate in the face of declining business.

On the Oct. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW WrestleDream PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build plus thoughts on the current state of AEW. Also, some closing thoughts on the Kota Ibushi injury and his potential future in the ring after recovery.

After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily WrestleDream including his thoughts on if "Hangman" Page feels more confident with this...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 13, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and his cohost PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops. They discussed with live callers the latest in the Linda McMahon Senate campaign, Jeff Hardy's heel turn, where TNA storylines are going starting Thursday on Impact, Samoa Joe's standing in TNA, WWE's weak house show draw over the weekend and why they didn't draw in a major region like Los Angeles/Orange County, plus the McNeill Live Event Center.

In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more discussion of TNA storylines, including where Fortune...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-15-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They discussed the WWE Draft including Montez Ford, Seth Rollins, Keith Lee, and Big E, plus Retribution with Mustafa Ali, highlights of AEW’s 1st year on TNT and where there’s room for improvement, NXT’s 1st year on USA, NJPW G1 standings & surprises so far, assessing and comparing Capital Wrestling Center, ThunderDome, and Daily’s Place, and more including scattered emails questions.

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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:
Seth Rollins's injury (apparent injury!), Bron Breakker's turn on Seth, and where this all goes from hereWhere does Brock Lesnar fit into the Paul Heyman-Bron Breakker dynamicWhat is Breakker's upside and is there reason to be more optimistic or less optimistic about his chance to be a top top actAn overview of the WWE Women's Division including how Stephanie Vaquer is doing so far and whether WWE needs to...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 11 and 12, 2010.

On the Oct. 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell includes discussion with live callers on the TNA Bound for Glory PPV, a Lively Argument on how to rate a PPV with horrible booking vs. decent-to-good wrestling, people in TNA conning Dixie into thinking re-creating WCW in the 1990s is the way to go, Raw vs. ESPN's Monday Night Football that night, whether the Raw ratings would hold up from last week's rebound, the audience caring about John...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night’s Raw including bad ratings, looking ahead to WrestleMania, Bailey's tremendous upside, Damien Sandow, Sting DVD preview, Dolph Ziggler-Lana-Rusev mess, and more.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email topics including whether WWE was intentionally sabotaging Seth Rollins, was the Evolve-WWE relationship anti-ROH, TNA Title situation, a Taker vs. Cena feud hi...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-8-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell interviewed former WWF Champion Bob Baclund. Backlund spoke about the decision to write his 480 page autobiography, what he wrote about that he wouldn’t have had had written the book decades ago, and the transition from him to Hulk Hogan. After phone connection issues cut the interview short about 40 minutes into the show, Mitchell analyzed one of the major turning points in Backlund’s career when Vince McMahon Sr. committed to him over the surprisingly strong draw as heel c...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 7 and 8, 2010.

On the Oct. 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and Torch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on tonight's live TNA Impact, Bruce Pritchard joining TNA, Hulk Hogan's trip to the hospital and who could replace him at Bound for Glory, whether TNA changes course at BFG without Hogan, TNA's PPV hype philosophy, changes WWE could make to their PPV hype, Austin Aries apparently leaving ROH, wrestlers pushed because they have "the look," and more.

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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
Did Samoa Joe or A.J. Styles build a more impressive body of work in their careers?Thoughts on "Hangman" Page vs Samoa Joe, the build so far and the matchThoughts on John Cena vs. A.J. Styles, the build and what to expect in the matchA preview of TNA Bound for GloryAnalysis of the Don Callis FamilyReaction to the NXT vs. TNA Showdown special on TuesdayWhat is...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 6, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring assistant editor James Caldwell and Torch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Raw's TV ratings and storyline developments with Cena and Nexus, the challenge next week vs. tons of back-story for the Monday Night Football game on ESPN, Angles vs. Storylines from Lance Storm's column, thoughts on overhauling WWE's product per the Question of the Day, TNA's live Impact on Thursday, Hulk Hogan's back injury - shoot or a swerve?, TNA's surprises and changes, plus McNeill's Live Events Center, and more.
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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-8-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Todd Martin, a PWTorch VIP analyst. They discussed NXT Takeover 31, NXT on USA, AEW Dynamite, Smackdown, Raw, UFC, and New Japan G1. Among the hot topics are: Did WWE underplay Randy Orton’s attack on legends last week? A theory on what’s up with Undisputed Era? Who was the top star in wrestling at that point in time based on that week’s performance on TV? And much more.

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 1 and 4, 2010.

On the Oct. 1, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact - the good signs and the bad final 30 minute signs, Smackdown premiere tonight, Mick Foley and Ric Flair's verbal exchange and the sad reality of the promo in the big picture, potential WWE PPV changes including going back to brand exclusivity, plus PPV discussion of which matches could be added to Hell in a Cell on Sunday, which...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night’s Raw including Brock Lesnar’s early appearance, third hour ratings crash, New Day in main event spot with John Cena, Summer-RuRu drama, NXT Takeover, and more.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they reflect on live show callers, react to breaking news on the TNA World Title and the Total Divas cast, plus...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-1-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with “X-Pac” Sean Waltman, an update on the scary injury he suffered this week, will WWE be in good hands with Triple H eventually, should wrestlers Sting’s age still wrestle, evaluating WWE’s ring style, and much more with live callers and email questions.

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 29 and 30, 2010.

On the Sept. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Tuesday night's NXT, NXT viewership hitting a series low on the way out, what's wrong with WWE's Raw product, including a number of solutions from callers on how to fix it, whether the Raw GM reveal or John Cena heel turn could help business, over-saturation in the market, 2010 Draft Picks, TNA's "they" being a typical 1990s storyline twist that doesn't work...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept.28, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell talked about Raw, Hell in a Cell, Head Trauma in Pro Wrestling and MMA, Chris Jericho's WWE sendoff, Mick Foley's interviews publicizing his book, and more.

Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss in-depth the PWTorch Draft Results.

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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-29-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night's Raw including alarmingly low rating, Kane's supernatural transformation, Roman Reigns vs. Bray Wyatt, what can fix Raw, more.

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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
Reaction to WWE confirming today that John Cena's final match will ve at Saturday Night's Main Event in December and who are possible opponents that make sense for that major spot.Assessing Cena's list of opponents so far including how notable it is that only one was under 39 years old (Logan Paul) so far. Is there still time for Cena to step outside his "comfort...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 24 and 27, 2010.

On the Sept. 24, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers for 30 straight minutes on last night's TNA Impact, RVD's return, the lack of vision for TNA's product, Goldberg in WWE, what Kofi Kingston needs to become a top star, future WWE stars over the next 5-10 years, Eric Bischoff's involvement in TNA, and more.

In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell is joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill to answer VIP Forum questions on the Impact Zone...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-28-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso and where they go from here, preview NXT Takeover, the future of Drew McIntyre-Randy Orton feud, WWE Women’s Division post-draft, other potential key talent moves, ROH Pure Tournament, TNA Impact’s use of new stars, Chris Jericho-MJF, Kenny Omega’s character, COVID outbreaks, and more.

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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-24-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with John Arezzi. The former ‘80s/‘90s New York pro wrestling radio host talks Sting’s career, Hulk Hogan scandals, evolution of wrestling media coverage, and more including live callers.

Then, in the second segment from the same week (9-23-2015), PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill talked live with PWG co-founder & comic book artist Scott Lost and recurring favorite Jonny Fairplay with live phone calls and emails. Plus, the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussi...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 21 and 22, 2010.

On the Sept. 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the Raw ratings drop, Night of Champions fallout, who should be TNA Champ right now, Michael Cole as a heel announcer, mystery G.M. speculation, RVD's shameful promo on TNA Impact last week, and much more including the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow topic of merging titles and brands and more.

On the Sept. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 15 and 16, 2010.

On the Sept. 17, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers on last night's TNA Impact, Tommy Dreamer's lengthy promo, Impact running into Reaction with Angle vs. Hardy, a comparison of the likely Bound for Glory PPV main event of Angle vs. RVD riding winning streaks vs. the actual main event of a Angle vs. Hardy vs. Anderson after two non-finishes to Hardy-Angle, how TNA management views Samoa Joe and A.J. Styles, Matt Hardy's latest Tweets entering worked...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-22-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined Zack Heydorn, PWTorch columnist and PWTorch VIP podcast host. They talk Raw’s Retribution nonsense, New Japan G1’s first two shows, ROH Pure Tourney and what it does well that others could learn from, the early performances of the Roman Reigns/Paul Heyman combo, Otis and the stats of the Money in the Bank briefcase, AEW Dynamite’s strong show last week, NXT’s big Wednesday night determining challengers for men’s and women’s titl...

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:
The breaking news of Netflix's interest in buying WBD and what it could mean to AEWWrestlepalooza reviews from ESPN and fansThoughts on where the WWE-ESPN marriage goes from here in terms of both companies drawing attention to itIndividual reactions to each of the Wrestlepalooza matches including which matches should've traded five minutes, is the backlash to certain aspects justifiedAEW's All Out legacy as a contrast to WWE WrestpaloozaWhat's next...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 15 and 16, 2010.

On the Sept. 15, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Tuesday night's NXT, Michael Cole conspiracy theories on why he could be the Raw GM and/or the Nexus leader, why the logic could fall apart on Cole, the future of NXT, the NXT Gong, Chris Jericho's future, Matt Hardy's situation, whether TNA would put the TNA Title on Jeff Hardy with his legal issue, a theory on why TNA might...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-22-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the previous night’s Raw including the lack of follow-up on Chris Jericho-Roman Reigns/Dean Ambrose, the Undertaker-Brock Lesnar announcement, Kane’s multiple personalities, Paige’s turn, and much more.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss JBL’s Eric Bischoff interview, would Steve Austin talk to Brock Lesnar about WM32 possible match, Sami Zayn’s future, Cesaro as a more...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-17-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Jake “The Snake” Roberts and Diamond Dallas Page regarding the new “Resurrection of Jake the Snake Roberts” documentary along with other topics with live callers throughout.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 14, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the previous night's Raw and take live calls for most of the show on a variety of subjects including Matt Hardy's status, Davey Richards remaining in ROH, the Linda campaign polls, grading wrestling announcers, why MVP, Kofi, and Christian seem stuck in the mid-card, special match stips, and much more.

Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the TNA "They" surprise, Dixie Carter's on-air role, TNA's crowd at the Impact Zone...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW All Out PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build plus thoughts on the current state of AEW.

After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily All Out but also other topics including potential counter-programming WrestleMania in 2027 when WWE's top annual event is in Saudi Arabia.

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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-17-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined Todd Martin from the VIP podcast "The Fix with Todd Martin." They opened with some conversation about the latest in New Japan including a curious pick many are making for the G1 Climax winner, then move on to a review of AEW Dynamite, NXT on USA, and a comparison of the two shows this week. Then Todd reviews the return of ROH with first-run content on TV with their Pure Title. From there, reviews of...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Kelly Wells. They discuss these topics:
NXT HomecomingBayley's current storylineWrestleMania going to Saudi ArabiaA preview of WrestlepaloozaTiffany Stratton's progress since NXT daysEvidence and indications of John Cena being ungracious or self-centered or off-course if his goal is to leave WWE better of in 2026 than it was in 2024 including Cody Rhodes being overshadowed to the detriment of WWEThe progress of Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker on the main roster compared to their time in NXTNew...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 10 and 13, 2010.

On the Sept. 10, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers on the independent contractor vs. employee classification in WWE, whether there will be reform, how much responsibility talent shares with promoters, Kevin Nash's drunk Tweets on TNA, Dixie Carter's Q&A with the "big change" advertised for October 7, ROH vs. TNA PPV match promotion, Jay Lethal booking, and more.

Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed Jim Ross's...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-15-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the previous night’s dismal Raw with equally awful ratings, is a John Cena heel turn more likely, Bella heel/face nonsense, ROH PPV preview, and much more.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the Divas "Beat the Clock Challenge," why not Charlotte Flair, ROH-New Japan dynamic, NXT Takeover Wednesday edition, Cody’s future, and more.

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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-10-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Scott Hall and Justin Credible. Hall talks about latest strides plus Jake’s movie and then Justin talks about state of WWE, need to tiptoe around management, rolling with Lesnar, and more with live callers for over an hour.

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 8 and 9, 2010.

On the Sept. 8, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell includes discussion with live callers on last night's NXT Season 3 premiere, Chris Jericho's historical booking and comments on "needing to push the young stars" in WWE, Linda McMahon's U.S. Senate campaign, responsibility on WWE's part for wrestler health issues from the past, and more.

Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed more in-depth WWE's lack of Wellness Policy transparency, media coverage in Connecticut, and...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 7, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they take calls for an hour looking at last night's Raw, Sunday night's TNA No Surrender PPV, and TNA Impact tapings, plus NXT season 3, Chris Jericho's future, the Raw G.M., Orton-Cena, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they talk about TNA Bound for Glory, Dixie's next surprise, EV2's status, and more.

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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-10-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman dynamic, Finn Balor beating Adam Cole for the NXT Title, the AEW Dynamite rating, Kenny Omega and Adam Page, Impact Wrestling, WWE restricting wrestlers making money on the side playing video games, and more current events.

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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
The impact of A.J. Lee's returnThe Jey Uso-Jimmy Uso-L.A. Knight angleTriple H's comments on vacation and home time compared to Nick KhanCody Rhodes at WrestlePaloozaThe unfortunate timing of another Wardlow injury and details what got derailedA look at this week's Dynamite advertised line-up in response to last week's alarmingly low viewershipIs the 2300 Arena residency hurting AEW's image as a major leagueThoughts on Bryan...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 27 and 30, 2010.

On the Aug. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on the deaths of Luna Vachon, Tony Borne, and 21-year-old wrestling student Jeremy Wood. Also, live calls on last night's TNA Impact, Dixie Carter moving more into a character role on TV, the entire promotion now built around keeping Dixie interested, the confusing and silly and counter-productive Impact feuds with EV2.0 vs. Fortune vs. Sting & Nash vs. Hogan & Jarrett vs. TNA...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-8-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss the previous night’s Raw with Summer Rae-Dolph Ziggler-Rusev, Sting taunting Seth Rollins, Paige vs. Sasha Banks, Cena & Prime Time vs. New Day & Seth, and more.

Then, on the previously VIP-exclusive segment, they discussed Edge & Christian on Stone Cold Podcast, Daniel Bryan’s future, Bret Hart on Hulk Hogan and Roddy Piper, the future of three hour Raws and of TNA on Destination America, and more.

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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-3-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with former WWE writer Matt McCarthy discussing a wide range of topics with live callers including Summerslam, Daniel Bryan, and more.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 26, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell. They discussed the WWE comments in the New York Times reacting to Chris Nowinski's comments on WWE's initial response to Lance Cade's death. They discussed the history of WWE's addressing of the working conditions and drug use of wrestlers, which WWE statements did and didn't stand up to truth, the timing of the steps WWE had taken and what motivated those steps, and much more on this topics, plus WrestleMania 27 talk, Smackdown on SyFy roster moves, Billy Gunn's...

In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-3-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted an AEW All Out PPV Preview episode with former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol and PWTorch.com AEW contributor Joshua Chambers. They discussed the entire line-up, evaluated the hype, and made predictions. They also discussed whether broadly this was a strong line-up for a signature PPV event.

Then the full Tony Khan Media Conference Call from earlier that day with PWTorch columnist Sean Radican participating, with a range of topics regarding All Out.

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

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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:
Vince McMahon's birthday party, who attended, who is and isn't willing to talk about it, and what it says about the attendees that they were thereThe Rock's quest for theatrical validation and how it might affect his WWE involvementKarrion Kross's public comments about WWE contract renewal offerJake Hager describing frustrations with AEWSwerve Stickland's comment about being the Black wrestler with the most five-star match ratings and a larger discussion...

Today we jump back 15 years to an episode of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 25, 2010. PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Pat McNeill took calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including what's next for NXT, Mick Foley's fall as a promo guy, WrestleMania 27 prospective main events, Miz's path to the main events, Smackdown's roster on SyFy, and more.

In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed MMA's promoting tactics and answer emails questions on Goldust, WWE's directing, and more.

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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-1-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell to discuss with live callers big happenings on Raw with Sting, Seth Rollins, and John Cena looking ahead of Night of Champions, where Brock Lesnar and Undertaker were headed between then and WM32, Dolph Ziggler-Lana-Summer Rae saga, and more.

Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Divas Beat the Clock Challenge, why not Charlotte Flair, ROH-New Japan dynamic, NXT Takeover Wednesday edition, Cody Rhodes’s future, and mo...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-27-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Jim Ross on WrestleMania 32, return of Sting and Dudleys, working with Randy Savage, Vince McMahon, NXT, Paul Boesch library, New Japan, Lucha Underground, and much more including 38 minutes of a previously VIP-exclusive segment at the end.

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 23 and 24, 2010.

On the Aug. 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers how WWE could rebound from Nexus losing momentum, some interesting discussion on how the removal of Darren Young could be flipped due to Young stepping up to take on John Cena and the other Nexus members winning by fluke, whether Darren Young could end up with Cena or with SES on Smackdown from the NXT Season 1 partnership, Alberto Del Rio's Smackdown debut, how...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 19 and 20, 2010.

On the Aug. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch nostalgia specialist Brian Hoops took an hour of live calls on a wide range of topics including the Triple H-Booker T feud, Awesome Kong's future, the Ric Flair-Hulk Hogan 1992 potential feud, the Best WWE Match Ever, the lack of selling big moves, and more.

Also, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss honesty by wrestlers in interviews and a Nick Bockwinkel-Ric Flair comparison.

Then on the Aug. 20, 2010 episode...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 18, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on Eric Bischoff's blog, how to find the right mix of established stars and young stars, Kaval's TNA reference during NXT, eliminations on NXT, what to do with eliminated and remaining NXT Rookies going forward, Ring of Honor's business status and how they can draw closer to TNA, how to do a seasonal wrestling schedule and whether WWE or TNA would bite on it, and other topics.

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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
Is Cody Rhodes getting cheated out of part of his earned full run as a centerpiece babyface, and why are there scattered boos when his name is mentioned?John Cena's lack of graciousness and veiled in-it-for-himself approachIs C.M. Punk checked out or just pacing himself?Is WWE getting arrogant or complacent given the revenue coming in now? Are they giving ticket-buying fans their full...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-20-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talked AEW Dynamite bringing fans back to Daly’s Place, WWE Thunderdome, the Velveteen Dream return and Triple H’s explanation regarding the controversy, a Summerslam preview with predictions, fun speculation on what will happen that “we never saw coming,” an NXT Takeover preview, thoughts on NXT’s presentation last night without Dynamite as competition, first reaction to the viewership, and more.
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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-25-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed with live callers big happenings on post-Summerslam Raw including Sting’s return, Paul Heyman promo, the Dudleys return, new Wyatt recruit, would Kevin Owens, Cesaro, and Dean Ambrose have the biggest push and success in WWE, plus a wide range of other topics via email questions.

Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the Tough Enough finale, Raw ratings, Divas crying and hugging after matches, who could jo...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Diamond Dallas Page including details on the new “Resurrection of Jake Roberts” movie including details on the making of movie and Jake’s current health, plus stories on DDP’s WWF-Undertaker angle, his AWA days, the Diamond Cutter compared to the RKO, and more with live callers and email questions.

Then, in a bonus segment, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell answered email questions from listeners on these topics in a previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 16 and 17, 2010.

On the Aug. 16, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed the WWE Summerslam PPV, potential follow-up on Raw with Nexus vs. WWE, an accurate prediction that Darren Young would be determined as the Weakest Link in Nexus, the PPV booking, differences between Summerslam and TNA Hardcore Justice, whether Paul Bearer could be involved in the latest Kane vs. Undertaker feud, Paul Heyman's comments about TNA today, and much more.

Then on the Aug. 17, 2010 episode...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW All In PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former PWTorch Newsletter columnist Eric Krol. They look at the entire announced line-up with a mix of predictions and analysis of the build.

After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily Forbidden Door but also other topics.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 13, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussion with live callers on Lance Cade's death at age 29 in-depth, what it means for the industry, what steps WWE can do to help wrestlers avoid early deaths, whether education can help, WWE's reaction and how they likely view Cade's death. Also, a discussion of the previous night's TNA Impact and the debut of Reax, Impact's blood & guts ending, pros and cons of the Reax show, and much more.

In the previously...

In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-18-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Summerslam PPV Preview edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and NXT and WWE Kickoff Shows. Sam and Wade walk through the entire Summerslam starting with Randy Orton challenging Drew McIntyre for the WWE Title and closing with The Fiend challenging Bray Wyatt for the Universal Title, with everything in between. First up, though, they talk about ThunderDome and the evolution of WWE’s production du...

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:
Naomi's pregnancy announcement, how it was presented, what it means for her eventual potential return to the active roster, and how it affects the WWE Women's Division nowWWE's "ruthless aggression" in scheduling events to compete with AEW PPVs including the reported ESPN debut on Sept. 20 up against AEW's All Out. A look at the history of such competition, how it's similar and different than retail stores competing with each...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 11 and 12, 2010.

On the Aug. 11, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they fielded phone calls from all over the country for a full hour including discussions on Jack Swagger's push, the Seventh Man on Team WWE at Summerslam, why TNA turned off one viewers recently, what's the point of champions wrestling non-title matches, Tyler Black's chances of success in WWE, Hulk Hogan's ego, and more.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed predictions for Summerslam's top matches...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-18-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell talked about big happenings on Raw and a looked ahead to Summerslam, plus a wide range of other topics via email questions.

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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (8-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Mick Foley in his Livecast debut catching up with Wade on wrestling, his current views on wrestling, WWE standing, and much more with live calls and emails.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 10, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the TNA Hardcore Justice PPV including the outrageous disrespect toward dead ECW wrestlers with content on the show and the inexcusable use of Tommy Dreamer's young daughters, plus lots of discussion WWE Raw's final hype for Summerslam with live calls for an hour.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss whether WWE should stop telling announcers outcomes of matches ahead of time and more.

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 6 and 9, 2010.

On the Aug. 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on WWE acknowledging TNA's ECW-themed PPV, whether anything will come of it, WWE's two potential courses of action, last night's Impact, TNA throwing everything against the wall, Ric Flair reduced to a cartoon, the Hardcore Justice PPV and whether the audience will order the event, the Impact special, what last night's Impact should have looked like, a caller with direct correspondence...

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-11-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn. They talk Raw Underground and ideas where it’s headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock’s purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler’s push, Daniel Bryan’s future and whether he’s better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxle...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:
TKO's new media deals and how it will affect the presentation of major UFC events and how the motivations for both WWE and UFC are changing based on the revenue platforms they're on nowHow TKO's executives show no passion for pro wrestling as an art form and merely see it as a product to distribute and make money onJohn Cena's way-off-target post-Summerslam promo that showed a selfishness...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 4 and 5, 2010.

On the Aug. 4, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell (on-location from Memphis!) and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discussed with live callers on awful NXT angle the previous night, Samoa Joe situation in TNA, Hardcore Justice PPV, what to expect at ECW-themed PPV, whether some TNA wrestlers are disgruntled with ECW emphasis, how Wilpon Family alleged start-up promotion affects TNA locker room, Randy Savage and Bob Backlund as potential WWE Hall of Fame candidates, Goldust vs. Raven at this stage of their...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-11-2015), PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell guest hosted for Wade and was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell. They discussed with live callers Raw, Summerslam hype, the Brock Lesnar-Undertaker video, NXT’s Barclay’s sellout, Sting vs. Taker possibilities, Daniel Bryan’s book, and more.

Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about Matt Striker’s announcing, prospects of NXT specials, could Daniel Bryan make a difference for New Japan in the U.S., Triple H’s canny p.r...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 2 and 3, 2010.

On the Aug. 2, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers on that night's WWE Raw, non-Spoiler preview and discussion, how long the Nexus storyline could play out, where Triple H fits into the picture, potential babyface turns from Chris Jericho and Edge and when those might occur, whether Jericho will renew his WWE contract, the role of WWE agents, notable agents in WWE, TNA Impact ratings, some alarming demographic numbers from early 2010 to...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 29 and 30, 2010.

On the July 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Greg Parks includes discussion with live callers on the random Hulk Hogan rumor today, TNA Impact tonight, the "free TV" PPV on Impact after Hardcore Justice, whether the Impact special can help boost ratings long-term, the latest on Paul Heyman, TNA's Ranking system, Raw SPOILERS for next week, John Cena ripping Percy Watson, WWE's Raw GM storyline, Nexus's "higher power," Abyss's "they," and Kevin Nash-Jeff Jarrett tangled webs of...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 27 and 28, 2010.

On the July 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they take live calls for one hour discussing primarily last night's Raw including the dissension in Team Cena, John Morrison's characters's future, Wade Barrett, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they spend 25 minutes on the very latest developments in the TNA-ECW angle from this week's tapings, how the previous week's Impact played out, Tommy Dreamer's new influence, and what happens next.

Then on the July 28, 2010...

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-4-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist and podcaster Greg Parks. They talked Raw Underground and ideas where it’s headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock’s purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler’s push, Daniel Bryan’s future and whether he’s better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out ma...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the weekly Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics:
Brock Lesnar's returnJohn Cena's babyface turnThe so-called "Ruse of the Century"Summerslam's key developments on both nightsAEW's post-All In lullWhere will AEW get its next wave of star wrestlersWWE Unreal including a theory on Chris Park being a focus of episode one, the motivations for even doing the show, Randy Orton's feelings about this exposing too much, and more

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 23 and 26, 2010.

On the July 23, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they took live calls for an hour mostly reacting to last night's edition of TNA Impact and the ECW segment with Dixie Carter at the end of the show. They also discussed Raw and other current events. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Mitchell discuss a few more items from Impact not covered during the Livecast.

Then on the July 26, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (8-4-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller andJ PWTorch's Jim Valley discuss “Rowdy” Roddy Piper and Raw. Valley talks about his lengthy 2001 radio interviews with Piper and Ric Flair and then callers talk of experiences with Piper away from ring, plus caller topics on Divas Revolution and more.

Then in the next segment, Wade (8-7-2015) talks live with Jonny Fairplay about Roddy Piper with unique insight on Piper's life and career from working closely with him. Plus, more interesting discussion with live...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from five years ago (7-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviews Justin Credible with some blunt talk on racism in wrestling in reaction to Hulk Hogan racist comments surfacing, how Steve Austin beat the WWE system of scripted promos or being edited on taped show, Roman Reigns’ struggles, John Cena’s strength, and much more with live callers.

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 21 and 22, 2010.

On the July 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill includes discussion with live callers on TNA's ECW-themed PPV, the latest on Paul Heyman's interest in TNA, WWE's Summerslam plans, SPOILER discussion of Smackdown's SS plans, where Undertaker fits in the picture, how long WWE can stretch the Nexus angle, whether WWE should add or subtract from Nexus, NXT Season Two, a Top 10 for who to start a promotion with, a complete look at this weekend's Live...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 19 and 20, 2010.

On the July 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's James Caldwell discussed with live callers the previous night's WWE Money in the Bank PPV, predictions for the Summerslam line-up, whether Evan Bourne should have been included in the no. 1 contender picture, TNA's Invasion angle, UFC 116 PPV buyrates, Kane's World Title victory and full analysis of that decision, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they broke down the TNA Impact ratings for last Thursday, including the quarter-hour ratings picture.

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In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-30-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They talk Drew McIntyre-Randy Orton, Keith Lee-Karrion Kross, Jon Moxley-MJF, Impact Wrestling’s “Wrestle House,” and much more.

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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:

*** FIRST HOUR ***
A look at the wrestling world's reaction to the death of Hulk Hogan, with a particular focus on WWE, Paul Levesque, and Cody Rhodes.A look at the pro wrestling media and mainstream media reaction to Hulk Hogan's death including the range of topics and career chapters regarding Hogan.*** SECOND HOUR ***
CTE back in the newsWWE Unreal first impression"Hangman" Adam Page vs. Jon...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Mailbag edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast from five years ago this week (7-28-2020). They discuss these topics: Sasha Banks vs. Asuka, Karrion Kross challenging Keith Lee, reaction to Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson’s criticism of Paul Heyman, the Nick Aldis-Bruce Prichard back and forth, if pro baseball has done anything with its presentation pro wrestling could learn from, Deonna Purazzo’s upside in Impact Wrestling and the Impact Women’s Division in general, does NXT’s replay...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-28-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers Hulk Hogan’s fall from grace and what kind of future he has, plus a very good episode of Raw including John Cena’s broken nose, and much more.

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In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (7-23-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE Creative Team member Matt McCarthy reacting to Daniel Bryan health news today, New Japan G1, Brock Lesnar-Undertaker, John Cena-Kevin Owens, the narrative structure of WWE, and much more with live callers.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the July 16, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers these topics:
Last night's TNA ImpactThe ECW Invasion angleWhere the angle fell short on presentation compared to the live tapingCaldwell's perspective on the Impact Zone audienceDoes WWE have a legal claim with TNA using the "ECW" name on the airThe Machineguns vs. Beer Money feud setting a standard for tag team feuds in 2010WWE's Money in the Bank PPVMore!Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow:
The entire MITB...

Today we jump back 15 years to the July 15, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast where PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers these topics:
TNA's ECW Invasion angle beginning tonight on ImpactTNA's ECW-themed PPV being part of a short-term anglePaul Heyman's recent talks with TNA, and what Heyman could bring to TNAWWE's Nexus angle and whether Triple H or John Cena would be a good fit as Nexus leaderWhat could be moved from Raw to Smackdown when SD launches on Syfy, an overall problem with promoting pro wrestling in 2010Lucha Libre historically...

This is a two-part flashback beginning with a Wade Keller Podcast Mailbag special segment from five years ago (7-21-2000) including these topics: Ideas for Shayna Baszler and Aleister Black from two listeners, whether women’s wrestling is driving away viewers, was the Horror Show Swamp Match obviously lower budget than prior cinematic matches, and more.

Then the Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (7-23-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd and Wade begin with a look at Impact Wrestling's Slammiversary PPV an...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:
A lengthy look at the Summerslam line-up taking shape, is it deep enough and special enough to justify two nights, and is there is enough time to properly build key matches?Is C.M. Punk showing character malaise after a rough summer so far?Is Goldberg's post-retirement griping a revealing validation of WWE not really rolling out the red carper for his retirement?Is TNA benefiting from in...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from July 13 and 14, 2010.

On the July 13, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell they discuss the latest with Paul Heyman's negotiations with TNA, plus where Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan may end up if Heyman comes in, Jim Ross's voice being removed from WWE TV show opens, WWE's reaction to Steve Austin and Rock at UFC, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow a walk through the highlights and low points of Raw.

Then on the July 14, 2010 episode, PWTorch...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (7-21-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with live callers last night’s Raw including Undertaker-Lesnar pull apart brawl, Kevin Owens’ future in WWE, the John Cena-Seth Rollins dynamic, what’s most wrong with Tough Enough, and more.

In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss WWE going aggressively after ROH, will WWE raise price of WWE Network, what’s both fun and awful about Tough Enough, use of women on Raw this week, an...