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Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
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30+ year veteran Hall of Fame pro wrestling journalist Wade Keller from Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter and PWTorch.com discusses the top stories of the week in pro wrestling with top-level guest cohosts and interviews pro wrestling's newsmakers each week. 640160
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15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Next Breakout Star, Arn Anderson, Sting vs. RVD, TNA's "Wrestling Matters" campaign, Smackdown ratings drop, more
4d ago02:27:07Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 6 and 9, 2011.On the May 13, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discusses with live callers last night's Impact show & ratings & re-branding, Chris Jericho and Batista potentially returning to WWE, The Pope suggesting he might be leaving TNA, titles & title matches lacking value in WWE (in-depth discussion begins at 60:00), plus Sean Radican calls in around 15:00 to discuss technology advancements affecting pro wrestling and how independent promotions can better market & distribute their product.Then on the May 16, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell, they discussed the TNA "Wrestling Matters" campaign, Smackdown ratings hitting a 2011 low, Impact quarter-hours showing an encouraging trend, and more, and then they take calls on Sting vs. RVD, Chikara, New Japan Pro Wrestling in New York, Arn Anderson, the Next Breakout Stars, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Mitchell & Powell review Raw, Extreme Rules, what’s next for Styles and The Club, Shane podcast, State of TNA, more
5d ago01:49:38Tap to summarizeIn this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-23-2016), PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell filled in as host for Wade Keller and was joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net. The discussed Raw, Extreme Rules, what's next for AJ Styles, the state of TNA, and more with live callers throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →INTERVIEW CLASSIC - 10 Yrs Ago - Kevin Nash wide-ranging interview on Reigns, NXT, Styles, Monday Night War, NWO comeback in 2002, more
6d ago02:29:35Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (5-19-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed Kevin Nash, former WWF and WCW champion, former NWO and Outsider interview, former WCW booker, and TNA wrestler. They covered a wide range of topics from his days as WWF Champion, the Monday Night War, the rise of the NWO, the NWO comeback in 2002, his time in TNA, A.J. Styles, Roman Reigns, NXT, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO: Keller & McNeill talk Christian's Future, WrestleMania DVD Cuts, Post-WM Evaluation of WWE, TNA's name, live callers, mailbag
1w ago01:45:22Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to the May 11, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill, they discuss Christian's Future, WrestleMania DVD cuts, Post-WM Evaluation of WWE, TNA's name, live calls, VIP Aftershow with McNeill Mailbag, more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →AEW DOUBLE OR NOTHING PPV PREVIEW + TK MEDIA Q&A: Keller & Krol discuss Darby's World Title reign and will it end Sunday, full card preview
1w ago02:13:04Tap to summarizePWTorch editor Wade Keller presents our AEW Double or Nothing PPV Preview episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade is joined by former Pro Wrestling Torch columnist Eric Krol. They begin with a look at Darby Allin's AEW World Title reign, will it ultimately help or hurt Darby after he loses the title, how sure is a loss on Sunday for Darby, and more including MJF's stellar heel work. From there, they discuss the rest of the line-up including Kazuchika Okada vs. Konozuke Takeshita, Stadium Stampede, FTR vs. Adam Copeland & Christain Cage, and more.After that, we present the Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday discussing primarily AEW Double or Nothing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin talk Velveteen Dream cut, New Jack’s career, Will Ospreay, Dynamite’s move to TBS, AEW, NXT, Raw, SD
1w ago02:20:42Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-20-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They begin by discussing some key headlines including Will Ospreay being stripped of his IWGP Title due to injury, Velveteen Dream being released by NXT, and the death of New Jack. Then they review AEW Dynamite and talk about the move to TBS next year and the addition of quarterly TNT live specials. From there, they review NXT on USA, Smackdown, and Raw.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann on their top wish list to change course of pro wrestling, Brock's return, preview of AEW Double or Nothing, more
1w ago01:47:51Tap to summarizePWTorch 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:The return of Brock Lesnar, and where it seems this is headed on way to SummerslamA preview of Saturday Night's Main EventMJF's comments on Israel and Malakai BlackMarty Jannetty's amputationWWE now hyping and participating at the White House UFC 250 eventMailbag: Is this Oba-Brock continuation riskyMailbag: What three wishes would Rich and Wade have to change the course of pro wrestling in recent decadesMailbag: Who should "retire" Brock Lesnar if it's between Oba Femi and Gunther?A preview of AEW's Double or Nothing line-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO: Keller & Powell talk Christian's future, Angle's mistress, Cole-Lawler Mother's Day angle, Rey Mysterio on Raw, Cena-Miz, more
2w ago01:52:26Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to the May 10, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net discuss the previous night's Raw and take live phone calls. Subjects include the Michael Cole-Jerry Lawler angle and Mother's Day references, TNA's name, Chyna in TNA, Christian's future, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & McNeill on Reigns-Batista comparison, AJ Styles early WWE work, Bayley, ROH booking, more
2w ago01:39:33Tap to summarizeIn this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-16-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Pat McNeill to discuss the previous night’s Raw and look ahead to Extreme Rules. Topics included comparing Roman Reigns in 2016 to John Cena in 2006, plus Alex Greenfield’s perhaps more apt comparison of Reigns of 2016 to Batista of 2006. Also, the misuse of Karl Anderson & Luke Gallows, fears of how Bayley might be used, the Raw closing segment with Ric Flair, Steph, Shane, Charlotte, and Nattie, the promos of A.J. Styles so far, prospects of a John Cena vs. Reigns match, ROH’s booking situation and the criticism of it this year including at the latest tapings, and more with live callers and email questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →INTERVIEW CLASSIC - 10 Yrs Ago - Alex Greenfield, ex-WWE writer with insights into Vince, Shane, Steph, analysis of Roman’s push, more
2w ago02:54:29Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Interview Classic podcast, we jump back to ten years ago this week (5-12-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE creative team member Alex Greenfield. Alex talked about his time on WWE’s Creative Team in 2005-2006, thoughts on the brand split and first-hand stories of why it never reached its potential, plus fascinating insights into the McMahon Family with blunt comments on Shane, funny stories on Vince McMahon (including what he believes Vince would have done if he weren’t a pro wrestling promoter), and reasons for his fondness for Stephanie McMahon. Great stories, great insights, and great analysis of the 2005-2006 time and today’s push of Roman Reigns and similarities he sees between Roman and a candidate to be a top top star for WWE in the mid-2000s. A must-listen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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