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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: Keller & Parks pick whether Cody, Sheamus, or Barrett would be bigger star, Christian after Edge, why isn't Orton household name
May 1501:39:06Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to the May 5, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed with live callers the big story on this week's Smackdown, Christian's push in general, the lack of character-defining gimmicks these days, Triple H's future influence on WWE, the Wrestling vs. Entertainment paradigm, this week's Raw, why isn't Randy Orton a household name, and more. On the VIP Aftershow, they discuss who will rise among Smackdown's top heel trio of Sheamus, Cody Rhodes, and Wade Barrett, plus what are the pros and cons of Christian as a WWE top star?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Open Challenge concept, Backlash hype, Jimmy Uso’s return, NXT, Impact, ROH, more
May 1402:20:29Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-13-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed WrestleMania Backlash PPV hype, Jimmy Uso’s return, Orange Cassidy vs. Pac as the top contenders’ match, NXT’s current lack of buzz, current strengths and weaknesses of Impact, the state of ROH, changes in fans over decades, and Mailbag topics from listeners.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Wells analyze latest NXT call-ups, Evil in NXT, Cena's ridiculous concept, New Japan's new pushed stars, NXT feuds
May 1302:14:22Tap to summarizePWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch contributor and podcast host Kelly Wells. They discuss these topics:WWE's latest call-ups from NXT with Kelly's in-depth assessment of their journeys so far and their likely destiny on the main roster with a particular early focus on the women's divisionIs Oba Femi WWE's true next big thing, and does WWE fully grasp the challenges that come with keeping him on top for years to comeTrick Williams push so far and the range he showed in NXTIs Joe Hendry getting the career he deserves in WWE?John Cena's ridiculous concept (including a listener email about it)Evil's NXT arrival and what's next for him based on his skillsetNew Japan's new crop of talent and is it showing promise of a rebound for the organizationNXT's new crop of talent filling slots left by the call-ups and who is likely to define this eraPlus some talk about the top all-time NXT feudsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO: TNA rebranding out TNA initials, New Japan's stacked line-up, Juggalos PPV, all-time best matches
May 1201:40:32Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to the May 4, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discuss with live callers the major Smackdown and Impact SPOILERS from Tuesday night throughout the show, TNA's re-branding using "Impact Wrestling," depth issues on the WWE roster, potential heel & face turns in WWE, New Japan's absolutely stacked line-up announced today for next weekend, Juggalos on Internet PPV tonight, McNeill's Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they dip into the McNeill Mailbag for questions on all-time best matches & memorable moments, better TV confrontations - Schultz-Stossel, Rome-Everett, or McMahon-Costas, 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 & Jim Valley: Live calls & emails on Raw, Extreme Rules, Styles-Reigns, Shane-Steph, Club-Family, Cena’s return
May 1101:52:00Tap to summarizeIn this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-10-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Jim Valley to talk about the previous night’s Raw, the Extreme Rules developments, the latest with Stephanie and Shane, NXT, and more with topics provided by 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 - WKPWP Interview Classic: Kevin Eck, ex-WWE writer 2011-2014, talks Reigns, McMahon, Punk, Bryan, Galloway, Cena, more
May 1002:32:25Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (5-5-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed ex-WWE creative team member Kevin Eck who talks about his years from 2011 to 2014 with WWE, with a wide range of topics, insights, and behind-the-scenes details on what aired on WWE television during that time period. He has expansive thoughts on C.M. Punk, Daniel Bryan, Damien Sandow, Brian Gewirtz, Vince McMahon, Roman Reigns, and so many others, including first-hand interactions and details on dealing with them as part of his job. This show includes live callers and email topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Keller & Powell & Mitchell talk Extreme Rules fallout, Rock's over-the-top birthday party, Booker T's commentary, more
May 902:49:55Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from May 2 and 3, 2011.On the May 2, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell, they take phone calls for most of the hour on a variety of subjects including Mark Henry, Miz vs. Cena, Booker T's commentary, Christian's future on Smackdown as World Champ, the heel depth on Smackdown, the originals of the nickname "Nature Boy," could Rey Mysterio turn heel, Vader's son, and more.Then on the May 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss current events in pro wrestling with callers for one-hour live including Rock's Birthday Party, Raw Analysis, Booker T's commentary, Mason Ryan's new push, John Cena-Rock segment, Cole, Ratings, Bullying, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Triple H's defense of the WWE name change, Vince McMahon's investor conference call, the current state of TNA, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: WWE Draft analysis with potential new feuds, Top Five Breakouts, Bryan, Morrison, Truth, Ziggler, more
May 802:36:56Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 28 and 29, 2011.On the Apr. 28, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers the 2011 WWE Draft in-depth from top-to-bottom covering all angles with some interesting discussion of potential new feuds, how the Draft could change the Extreme Rules PPV booking, Top 5 potential breakout stars from The Draft, R-Truth, John Morrison, Drew McIntyre or Dolph Ziggler as a breakout star, potential heel vs. heel feud with Miz and Alberto Del Rio, where Jericho would fit in, Daniel Bryan and other mid-card faces on Smackdown, and much more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk more about the Draft, break down WWE's breaking news on cutting the dividend, the NFL Draft, and more.Then on the Apr. 29, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussed with live callers WWE's annual shareholders meeting and some highlights from what WWE said and Vince McMahon said, TNA Impact last night, Extreme Rules on Sunday, the WWE depth charts post-Draft, what the top champions would look like on a single WWE brand, some new feuds on the Raw brand, why WWE and TNA struggle to make stars, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Heydorn talk Blood & Guts, Reigns vs. Bryan, NXT needing a spark, Kenny’s top contenders, more
May 702:10:05Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-6-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn. They discussed Blood & Guts from a lot of angles, then move on to Roman Reigns vs. Daniel Bryan and then Cesaro stepping up as the next challenger, evaluating Orange Cassidy and Pac as the top contenders for Kenny Omega’s AEW Title, why NXT needs a spark and some options WWE has, the Rhea Ripley-Asuka-Charlotte situation, breaking news on the AEW Dynamite ratings, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell ask if TKO are villains or doing prudent business, plus Roman-Fatu pros and cons, the Oba Femi problem, more
May 602:17:23Tap to summarizePWTorch 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:NOTE: Listener emails are sprinkled in related to listed topicsThe Roman Reigns-Jacob Fatu story and whether it's one face-versus-face match-up too many or if it will all work out after the fallout from Backlash? (0:00-32:00)The Oba Femi problem and whether WWE is preparing for it (32:00)Is TKO a villainous shameless gluttonous corporation turning off fans and burning through years of earned goodwill? (41:00)Darby Allin's AEW World Title reign so far including whether there should be a better reason for his challengers getting title shots and should more of them be heels? (63:00)A look ahead to AEW Dynamite (82:00)Club WWE (92:00)Wild speculation on John Cena's big announcement at Backlash (97:00)WWE roster cuts - what was surprising and is it clear whether TKO has handled the situation poorly at all (107:00)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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