Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-12-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted with PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed the hot topics of the week with a particular focus on the legacy of Goldberg in the Monday Night War era, the prospects of his match against Brock Lesnar, analysis of Paul Heyman’s challenge on Monday’s Raw, and where Lesnar and Goldberg go from here. Also, the expansion of Hell in a Cell matches, A.J. Styles’s promo the previous night, Shane McMahon’s emasculation of wrestler...

In this week’s Interview Classic from ten years ago (10-13-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with Scott Hudson, former WCW announcer with stints with WWE and TNA also. He reminisces about the Monday Night War era, calling Nitros, the backstage atmosphere as the WCW era came to a close, his thoughts on the rise of Goldberg and predictions on the difference he’ll make in his return, the art of wrestling announcing changing over the decades, and more, including live caller 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 Oct. 3, 2011.

On the Sept. 29, 2011 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers the Uso arrest and how it could impact their push, Shawn Michaels returning to a Smackdown taping and what it says about WWE's view of Smackdown right now, Hulk Hogan's GMA interview no-selling TNA and Hogan appearing to have checked out, a long discussion of WWE TV Network pros and cons of being on cable vs. trying new media...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 27, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they present analysis of Hell in a Cell hype on Raw, Ring of Honor's semi-national TV debut pros and cons, John Cena, Miz-Truth, and more, plus the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with subjects including Chris Jericho, Mick Foley, Undertaker, and Vince McMahon.

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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (10-5-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They covered these topics:
Review of the reshuffled WWE roster after the draft beginning with Raw’s men’s division, tag team division, and women’s division, then Smackdown’s mens, tag team, and women’s division. They isolate key wrestlers and look at potential opponents including Becky Lynch, Big E, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, and Bobby Lashley.Did AEW Rampage’s ratings indicate it’s more of a burden already...

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. They discuss these topics:
Evaluating the Roman Reigns-L.A. Knight face-to-face and speculation what WWE is aiming for in terms of fan response, assuming they even aim for anything anymore in these situations. Did LA Knight look like he belonged? Was Reigns remotely likable? Which of the wide array of speculation on outcomes seems viable and most intriguing or effective?Some Minnesota VIkings (4-0) talk!A look back at the AEW tribute show to Pac...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 22, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed a wide range of topics with a whole new group of listeners chiming in with questions via email. Topics on the show include what's next for Undertaker, Hulk Hogan's fake retirement, would comic book writers be a good fit in WWE Creative, should WWE bring back nostalgic stars such as Hurricane or MVP, and more. Also in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Greg and Wade discuss Raw, the Bound for Glory line-up, and Mick Foley.<...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-5-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost John Arezzi, longtime pro wrestling radio host and ringside photographer going back to the 1970s WWWF MSG glory years. They talked in-depth right at the start of the show the reported Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar match set for Survivor Series. They also delved into the changes in how pro wrestling delivers its product to fans over the decades. They took live calls on a range of current events stemming from Raw and Sm...

In this week’s Interview Classic from ten years ago (9-29-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with Kevin Eck, former WWE creative team member from 2011-2014 and also a long-time journalist. Keller began with an update on TNA’s ownership situation with developments ongoing during the show, then got insights from Kevin on how WWE management is likely to evaluate TNA wrestlers should WWE acquire TNA or that talent become available to sign, including Bobby Lashley, EC3, Drew Galloway, Gail Kim, and Abyss. Also, in-depth discussions on the Cruiserweight Division, Dolph Ziggler, A.J. Styles, Seth Rollins, and Roma...

In a very special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast, we present PWTorch columnist and VIP podcaster Alan4L's special tribute show to Benjamin "Pac" Satterly. This was originally recorded in February 2024 as part of his series celebrating his 30-plus years of professional wrestling fandom. Alan welcomed guests to reminisce about the amazing careers of 30 wrestlers who have been such big parts of that journey. This was Episode 25 and was dedicated to one of the most respected wrestlers of his generation, a cultivator and a master of the style that is now part of the fabric of wrestling – “The...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 20, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss Raw featuring the follow-up to the Night of Champions PPV and the announcement of two Hell in a Cell PPV main events. They take live calls on a range of subjects and then in the VIP Aftershow they talk Night of Champions top to bottom, ROH's new TV show and potential growth, Matt Hardy's latest headlines, and Sting vs. Flair last Thursday.

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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (9-30-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. This is a simulcast of this week’s PWTorch VIP podcast, “The Fix with Todd & Wade,” which we do roughly every three weeks. The following topics are covered in roughly this order:
A review of AEW Rampage and AEW Dynamite including thoughts on Sammy Guevara’s TNT Title win and Miro’s future, MJF’s harsh promo on Darby Allin, C.M. Punk on commentary, and everything else on those shows...

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:
An extensive discussion on Pac's death, his career, what made him a great in-ring wrestling, what he could have with the right booker or promoter believing in his strengths more, whether his death is part of a developing narrative about health concerns in pro wrestling, and moreA look at how AEW handled the Steven Borden injury and why it's more than a random thing that happens but...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 18 and 19, 2011.

On the Sept. 18, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers the just-completed PPV from all angles, with Parks in-person at the PPV to compare notes on the event. They focused on the big three matches - World Title, WWE Title, and Hunter-Punk, including a weird R-Truth moment, the booking of Beth Phoenix-Kelly Kelly, the latest John Cena title victory, whether CM Punk gained or lost anything in the main event, the over-arching issue of...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-28-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell to discuss the latest on TNA’s future and rumors of their imminent sale or demise, the latest happenings on Raw and Smackdown including the Miz-Dolph Ziggler segment and No Mercy developments, Ryback going into MMA, and more. Live callers are included throughout.

Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss topics brought up by emailers including which TNA wrestlers would likely land in WWE’s rost...

In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to 15 years ago this week (9-15-2011) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller talk with WWE creative team member John Piermarini. They discussed the Triple H-C.M. Punk promo on Raw and the John Cena-Alberto Del Rio hype, plus answered live calls on a wide range of subjects for 90 minutes. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked more about Hunter-Punk and then insight into what happens with wrestlers once they walk backstage after their segment ends. Which wrestlers get one-on-one time with Vince McMahon and under what circumstances?

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 13, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they dissect the Triple H-C.M. Punk segment on Raw including its strengths and some fatal flaws. They take live calls for an hour, then go into the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with more thoughts on Raw, TNA, and the Raw ratings.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 7, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Pat McNeill discuss the news of the day and take live calls for an hour. Topics included Kurt Angle's TNA status, Paul Heyman, WWE Network, PPV pricing, NWO teases online, Kevin Nash, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk Republican Debate, NFL favorites, and answer McNeill Mailbag questions.

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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (9-23-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by co-host Zack Heydorn, then the PWTorch assistant editor. They answer a lot of Mailbag questions on Dynamite last night, the dynamic with Bianca Belair and Becky Lynch so far, optimism about a best-case scenario for NXT 2.0, reaction to the AEW Dynamite ratings just as they came in during the recording session, the controversies coming out of Vice’s “Dark Side of the Ring” documentary on the 2002 “Plane Ride from Hell” including Ric Flair and Tommy Dreamer, w...

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:
Is the Money in the Bank shaping up to be a showcase of rising stars?Thoughts on the Bron Breakker vs. Je'Von Evans match, plus what's going on with the Bron Breaker-Paul Heyman dynamic?Should Oba Femi follow the Hulk Hogan formula?Penta's latest push, his promo on Raw, and his futureLA Knight's rise to a PLE title shot against Roman Reigns and thoughts on his promo on...

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (9-22-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 6, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They broke down the previous night's Raw. Jason gave it a big thumbs down. Find out why. They analyzed the Kevin Nash text twist, the Triple H-C.M. Punk stips, and more. They take live calls for an hour mostly centered around Raw happenings and WWE network. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss Kurt Angle's DUI and...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-21-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and host the PWTorch East Coast Cast Travis Bryant talk Cruiserweights, New Day, John Cena, Jack Swagger, Trump/Clinton vs. Raw, and much more with callers and email topics.

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In this week’s Interview Classic from ten years ago (9-22-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with Mick Karch, one of the tenured pro wrestling announcers currently active. They discuss a wide-ranging list of fascinating topics from the contributions and legacy of the late Nick Bockwinkel and how he is underappreciated by today’s fanbase, to Bobby Heenan’s continued active appearance schedule and what made him so great, to a discussion the state of wrestling announcing and how it could improve and why it’s faltered over the last 10-20 years, have crowds in past generations dating back to...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 1, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost John Piermarini, an ex-WWE Creative Team member. They discussed with live callers a wide range of topics including the WWE Raw Supershow from earlier that week, Triple H-CM Punk-Kevin Nash, and more with live callers. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 29 and 30, 2011.

On the Aug. 29, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers expectations for Raw, whether this week's Raw pre-NFL Week 1 or live Super Smackdown is more important this week, more stories from Hulk Hogan live in front of 300 people Friday night, handling of Sin Cara, inconsistency in pro wrestling storytelling, fall of Drew McIntyre, Zack Ryder in the right role on TV or could WWE be doing more?, ideal role for Hogan and Ric Flair...

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (9-16-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They covered these topics:
Todd’s in–perspective perspective from the premiere of NXT 2.0 on Tuesday at the P.C.Full review of NXT 2.0 including the NXT Title situation and the weddingFull review of AEW Rampage and AEW DynamiteThoughts on next week’s big line-up at Arthur Ashe StadiumReviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE RawReaction to Big E’s WWE Title win and various scenarios for him going forwardA review o...

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. They discuss these topics:MAIN FREE PORTION TOPICS
A pop quiz for Jason Powell: What was the main event the last time Raw was in Mexico City 15 years ago?Evaluating the magic of Roman Reigns vs. Penta and how of what worked can be a template for domestic shows and feuds and big match-ups?Some early NFL talk focused on that amazing Minnesota Vikings-Green Bay Packers gameA look at the rest of Raw including Chad...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 24, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed Matt Hardy, Jeff Hardy, Raw's struggling ratings, frustration with Impact Wrestling, Kevin Nash's hair, and move with live callers throughout the live hour. Then in the VIP Aftershow, they answer a wide array of VIP member questions from the Pat McNeill Zone and also reflect on Raw.

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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-14-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and veteran PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill discuss A.J. Styles’s first show as champ, sinking Raw rating, Cruiserweight Classic final four tonight, and more with callers & email topics.

Then, in a bonus segment, Bruce Mitchell and Travis Bryant two days later give their take on similar topics with live callers including the terrific execution of the Cruiserweight tournament, top stories from Raw and Smackdown, and more.

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In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to 15 years ago this week (9-15-2011) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with Kevin Nash about C.M. Punk in UFC, Baron Corbin, Raw rating, WWE’s PG rating problem, Shinsuke Nakamura’s upside on the main roster, updated thoughts on Kevin Owens, the rise of A.J. Styles in WWE this year, Raven, the new WWE belts, Donald Trump, and much more with live callers and email questions.

Then in a bonus segment, we jump back five years (9-10-2011) to an episode of the PWTorc...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 23, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took phone calls for over an hour reacting to the previous night's Raw, Sin Cara, Five-Star Match Ratings, Rey Mysterio, Smackdown Going Live, and more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they react to the latest Matt Hardy happenings, Jeff Hardy's self-declared pending return to TNA Impact Wrestling, and a reaction to Raw's sub-3.0 rating this week.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 18, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed a variety of current events this week in pro wrestling. They also tackle questions such as: What's next for Randy Orton and Christian? Is Alberto Del Rio a promising top heel on Raw? Hulk Hogan back to WWE? Is Kevin Nash overrated on mic? They took live calls for an hour and then expanded to other topics in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.

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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (9-9-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by co-host Rich Fann from the “Everything with Rich & Wade” VIP podcast. They began with a look at the AEW ratings this week and an overview of C.M. Punk’s influence so far, they ask whether Adam Cole and Kenny Omega can or should coexist, is The Elite too big and how would it be best pruned, the prospects of Kevin Owens joining AEW, a look at AEW’s babyface and heel depth chart, when should R...

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. They discuss these topics:
Rich Fann relays his experience attending Saturday night's Enjoy Wrestling event that ended early after the in-ring death of The Butcher (Andy Williams).Thoughts on Christian Cage and Adam CopelandThe Miz's 20th Anniversary, his lack of injuries, the Bryan Danielson argument that was a work with some shoot elements, and why Miz should be both proud and humble regarding his track record staying healthy during his careerThe state of The VisionA...

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Aug. 15 and 16, 2011.

On the Aug. 15, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the direction of each main WWE character following Summerslam going into Raw, Kevin Nash and Jimmy Hart's on-air futures, Smackdown going forward after Summerslam, live crowd reactions in Los Angeles during Summerslam, Spike TV's view of TNA Impact creative, and much more, plus hear Bruce's prophetic words about WWE not having anything for Miz on Raw (Miz did a Subway segment on Raw) and other...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-7-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discussed with callers and emails hot topics of the week including C.M. Punk’s UFC debut this Saturday, Backlash on Sunday, follow-up to the big angle leading to Kevin Owens’s Universal Title win last week, Ricochet’s future, and much more. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss ton of topics including Backlash preview, ROH World Title match announcement, Damien Sandow in TNA, and mo...

In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to 15 years ago this week (8-12-2011) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller and former WWE creative team member John Piermarini, they discuss the final hype for Summerslam on Raw, the fact that only four matches have been announced, predictions for the show, and more related to Sunday's PPV, plus they take live calls for an hour. In the 30 minute VIP Aftershow they discuss whether there's any sense of real heat between WWE regulars (CM Punk, Randy Orton, John Cena) and The Rock based on latest comments aimed at one another, an...

Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 14, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussing with live callers the just-concluded Summerslam PPV from all angles mainly focusing on the John Cena-CM Punk WWE Title match with accompanying surprises and questions coming out of the PPV. Plus, lots of talk about the awful announcing, Stephanie's role & return, Kevin Nash not matching up well vs. Punk, and more.

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Today we jump back 15 years to the Aug. 10, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller (and James Caldwell at the very start) and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill where they discussed Summerslam, pros and cons on the timing of a John Cena heel turn, C.M. Punk's criticism of The Rock, whether Steve Austin would make a comeback on the same show as The Rock, Melina and John Morrison's potential in TNA, and much more. Plus the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow featuring the McNeill Mailbag.

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In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (8-31-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discussed Adam Cole’s AEW prospects, Brock Lesnar’s future opponents, promo ability, and role as a face or heel, Becky Lynch’s character, AEW All Out preview, C.M. Punk’s trajectory and AEW ratings since his debut, Happy Corbin, a weird Raw, the reboot of NXT, and more including listener emails.

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