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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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NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Heydorn on pros/cons of KOTR & QOTR outcomes, AEW Forbidden Door, NXT GAB, Heyman quotes on Lesnar retirement moment
Jun 2401:55:48Tap to summarizePWTorch 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:FREE PORTION (over 100 minutes)A response to an email about the pros and cons of each of the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring finalists winning the tournament, with an extended discussion Oba Femi showing he could be the next centerpiece act that defines an era, but is WWE prepared for him?A preview of AEW Dynamite which has a sneaky line-up in terms of providing a backdrop to promote the Forbidden Door matchesThoughts on this mega-weekend of four big PPV and PLE cards on national TVA look at NXT Great American BashVIP-EXCLUSIVE AFTERSHOW (nearly 30 minutes)Paul Heyman's quotes about his WrestleMania scene with Brock Lesnar and what his answer doesn't address or denyAn email about Roman Reigns being handed his World Title belt every time he arrives and why WWE does that and whether Roman comes across poorly as a resultWhy didn't WWE feature a clip of Paul Levesque and Roman Reigns at the White House UFC event?The reputation of TKO after some missteps earlier this yearClub WWE and the chance for fans to get their names on the canvas - is it too transparently a money grab by TKO?Thoughts on the next season of WWE Unreal focused on John Cena's retirement tourBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO LIVECASTS: Steve Austin guest hosting Raw, Piper, why Orton wasn't succeeding as centerpiece star, Warrior Hall of Fame potential
Jun 2302:56:17Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 13 and 14, 2011.On the June 13, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers last night's TNA Slammiversary PPV and the predominant issues all captured by one anniversary show, whether dying-days-of-WCW comparisons can be found in WWE with cracks starting to show on Smackdown, tonight's Raw episode and what to expect, issues with Sin Cara replacing Rey Mysterio, why Randy Orton wasn't working as Smackdown's top star, why Syfy wouldn't move Smackdown to Thursdays, possibility of Ultimate Warrior in WWE Hall of Fame, how to fix NXT besides ending it, and more. Plus, Pat McNeill dropped in late in the show for a quick cameo.Then on the June 14, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took live calls for most of the live hour including a lot of discussion on the previous night's three hour Raw with Steve Austin and Roddy Piper, plus TNA Slammiversary reaction, looking ahead to Destination X, Gunner's push, Zach Ryder's lack of a push, and a single call for a Powell vs. Keller match. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discussed WWE's introduction to the Top Managers List and more on Slammiversary.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Valley talk Raw happenings, Ambrose as champ, Battleground main event, Roster Split, more
Jun 2201:39:58Tap to summarizeIn this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-21-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jim Valley to discuss the previous night’s Raw happenings including setting up the Battleground Triple Threat match, the upcoming roster split, Money in the Bank, and more with live callers questions and topics via email.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →INTERVIEW CLASSIC - Keller talks with Sam Roberts about interviewing big name stars, MITB, Roster Split, Styles, Owens, Nakamura, Orton
Jun 2101:44:10Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to ten years ago this week (6-16-2016) when PWTorch editor Wade Keller interviewed pro wrestling podcast host and SiriusXM Satellite prime time host Sam Roberts, formerly of the Opie & Anthony show, discussing his history and how he got into wrestling interviewing, some stories from his interviews, who he’d most like to interview in the future, and more about his career. Throughout the 100 minutes, they also previewed various aspects of Sunday’s Money in the Bank PPV, look at future potential big stars, discuss Kevin Owens, Randy Orton, Shinsuke Nakamura, Roman Reigns, John Cena, New Day, Alberto Del Rio, and others in particular. Live callers, email questions, and Twitter topics are sprinkled in throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO: Kurt Angle media interview, RVD stock dropping, DGUSA marketing, Gunner pinning Sting, Beer Money as singles wrestlers, more
Jun 2001:48:42Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to the June 10, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell. He discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact, RVD's stock dropping, Gunner pinning Sting, whether Beer Money is better off singles or as a tag team, whether Robert Roode or James Storm would thrive in WWE, the lewd Knockouts segments last night, Dragon Gate USA and independent promotion's marketing, why titles have lost value in WWE, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell brought on Sean Radican to discuss independent wrestling including Dragon Gate USA, ROH, Austin Aries, and more. Caldwell then brought on Rob McNichol of the UK Sun to discuss his interview with Kurt Angle, the upcoming TNA UK tour, buzz for Angle at the Olympics, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →15 YRS AGO: A week of scandals with Hulk Hogan-Ultimate Warrior, Vince McMahon, The Hardys, plus Urban Wrestling Federation debut, more
Jun 1901:41:24Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to the June 8, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discussed with live callers various "scandals" this week - Matt & Jeff Hardy, Hulk Hogan vs. Ultimate Warrior, and Vince McMahon's craziness. Also, they discuss Monday's Raw, next week's ill-fated All-Star Raw, why WWE is promoting three-hour Raws over their next PPV, mistakes made with R-Truth, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler's dynamic on Raw, the Urban Wrestling Federation's debut, old-school ECW, and more topics. In the VIP Aftershow, they dove into the McNeill Mailbag for a look at questions including historical good & bad "giants" in wrestling, PPV buy calculations, and other topics.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 about the wake-up call in store for WWE when crowds return, AEW, Shingo, Takeover, Kross, more
Jun 1801:51:51Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (6-15-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn, PWTorch.com assistant editor. They discussed the wake-up call in store for WWE and Vince McMahon when crowds return, AEW Dynamite from last Friday and which wrestlers could get better or worse crowd responses in July, NXT Takeover and whether Karrion Kross keeping the title was a good call, the NXT and AEW women’s division, and Shingo’s IWGP Title win.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell on Summerslam main event options, Ospreay, Callis Family, Jericho + Gino Hernandez biography author interview
Jun 1702:54:38Tap 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:A look at the potential top men's matches at Summerslam given the King of the Ring options that still existDoes WWE have a plan, and is it a good one, when it comes to Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, and this incarnation of The BloodlineWill Ospreay's journey to becoming a centerpiece of AEWShould AEW offer dark matches at Dynamite and Collision TV events to help increase attendance?Is the Don Callis Family too big or is it kind of working because it's so unwieldily for Callis to control?Chris Jericho's latest run in AEWWhat's going on with Mercedes Mone?What to read into choices made on the Summerslam posterMAILBAGWhat can Paul Levesque do to make Smackdown "must-see" when it returns to the two hour format?Is Osprey guaranteed to win AEW Title at All In?Would Seth Rollins, Cody Rhodes, or CM Punk make for a better future Head of Creative?Thoughts on the Forbidden DoorAre heel turns a crutch for bookers who just need to learn to present babyfaces better?Jason's Queen of the Ring prediction closes out the showBONUS SEGMENTNick Barbati's interview with author Lizzy Flanagan discussing her new book, "I Am Your Champion: The Life and Death of Wrestler Gino Hernandez." Together, they take a deep dive into the fascinating and often mysterious story of one of professional wrestling’s most charismatic stars. Nick and Lizzy explore the many conspiracies and lingering questions surrounding Gino’s life and death, while also celebrating the remarkable career that made him a legend despite its tragic brevity. Whether you’re a longtime fan of World Class Championship Wrestling or discovering Gino Hernandez for the first time, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This was first offered to VIP members a week ago on the VIP podcast feed, as Nicky's Club is a weekly VIP-exclusive WWE-centric podcast.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 on Foley, Tough Enough, Raw, WCW vs. TNA more dysfunctional, Beer Money, Michael Cole, more
Jun 1603:03:55Tap to summarizeToday we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from June 6 and 7, 2011.On the June 6, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discussed with live callers Mick Foley's departure from TNA, whether the end of WCW or current TNA is more dysfunctional, the Tough Enough season finale following the Livecast, the upcoming Raw episode, social media & wrestling in 2011, Eric Bischoff's ratings comments, Beer Money's potential futures as singles wrestlers, how to make Sin Cara stand out, and more topics.Then on the June 7, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell take live calls for most of the live hour including a lot of discussion on the previous night's Raw, Mick Foley's TNA departure, TNA vs. WWE roster strength, Tommy Dreamer's TNA departure, the value of the belt, Vince McMahon's slap, Michael Cole, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discuss Raw in great detail segment by segment. It's the longest VIP Aftershow ever.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Transcribe →10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell with Raw analysis, MITB predictions, Styles-Cena, TNA Slammiversary, Roster Split, WWE heel depth, more
Jun 1502:18:57Tap to summarizeIn this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (6-14-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They talked about the previous night’s Raw with a focus on the Ambrose Asylum reunion of The Shield and the A.J. Styles-John Cena contract signing, plus TNA Slammiversary and TNA’s financial difficulties, MITB predictions, some Roster Split conjecture, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they answered email questions on a range of topics, mostly focused on the roster split in WWE, the previous night’s Raw, the MITB PPV event, predictions on TNA’s latest Hall of Fame entrant, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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