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Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

Wade Kellerwww.pwtorch.com
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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Episodes

10 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell: Was that an actual serious effort on Raw to promote Survivor Series or is WWE just taking PPVs? More

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-19-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the following topics: WWE Raw with live callers including discussing the final hype for Survivor Series and whether that was an actual honest effort to promote the PPV or further evidence WWE is tanking PPVs on purpose at this point. Will Big E. be a breakout star? What’s next for Miz, Ryback, and Paul Heyman?...

Nov 25, 20232 hr 27 min

5 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Sam Roberts go in-depth on Rousey-Charlotte-Lynch situation, picks for top matches at WM 35, Bryan heel turn

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-22-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling Podcast and WWE Kickoff Show panelist discuss the major happenings with Ronda Rousey-Charlotte-Becky Lynch this last week, Daniel Bryan’s heel turn, and their picks for the top matches at WrestleMania 35 for the major titles with a look at various realistic and wildcard options, and more. Become a s...

Nov 23, 20231 hr 53 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann preview Survivor Series, discuss McIntyre, Drew, Bayley, Becky, TK's money where your mouth is comment, more

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics: Preview of WWE Survivor Series including sidebar explorations on the trajectories of Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre, Becky Lynch, Bayley, Miz, and more Tony Khan's comments after Full Gear telling fans to "put their money where their mouth is" regarding tuning into the Continental Classic What we know and don't know yet a...

Nov 22, 20232 hr 9 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Justin Credible gives wrestler’s perspective comparing Ryback to Goldberg, how are rookies different today vs. early '90s

This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-18-2013) features Wade Keller's interview with former ECW World Champion Justin Credible who provided a wrestler’s perspective comparing Ryback to Goldberg, how were rookies different then compared to the early 1990s, details on working with Terry Funk the prior week, WWE analysis, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Nov 20, 20231 hr 52 min

10 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell - Direction of Punk and Bryan, The Shield, The Wyatts, Survivor Series, Shawn Michaels, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-12-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the following topics: WWE Raw with live callers including discussing the direction of Punk and Bryan, The Shield, The Wyatts, Survivor Series, Shawn Michaels, plus a VIP Aftershow with a wide array of email topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-p...

Nov 18, 20232 hr 18 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Ex-WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck reacts to Becky Lynch injury, Bryan’s heel turn, Lesnar-Bryan prospects, more

This week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (11-16-2018) features ex-WWE Creative Team member Kevin Eck who previews Survivor Series, reacts to Becky Lynch injury, Charlotte-Rousey, Bryan’s heel turn, Lesnar-Bryan prospects, and backstage insights. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Nov 17, 20231 hr 45 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Book author David Shoemaker discusses evolution of mainstream coverage of wrestling, Triple H interview, Unionizing, more

In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-15-2013), Wade Keller interviewed ESPN’s Grantland.com wrestling columnist and new book author David Shoemaker discussing evolution of mainstream coverage of wrestling, Triple H interview, Unionizing, racism in wrestling, writing his book, the lack of a Vince McMahon biography, Chris Benoit, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Nov 16, 20231 hr 53 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk AEW's Continental Classic, AEW Full Gear, Flair signing, review top WWE happenings with WarGames, more

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 and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: The AEW Continental Classic round-robin tournament from several angles including the format, the participants, the possibility of a women's version, more AEW Collision's new viewership low for a show not opposed by a WWE PLE the same day WWE WarGames build, Drew McIntyre's act...

Nov 15, 20232 hr 27 min

5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller, Powell, Fann including whether Omega could replace Reigns as WWE top star, Crown Jewel controversy, more

In this week's special Mailbag double-header episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-3-2018 and 11-9-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was first joined by PWTorch Livecast host Rich Fann on Nov. 3, 2018 answering Mailbag questions including these topics: Crown Jewel controversy, being embarrassed to be a wrestling fan, WWE exploiting Roman Reigns' diagnosis, Charlotte’s moonsault, Beer Money in WWE, Becky Lynch, Braun-Brock, Women’s Tag Division, Luke Harper, and...

Nov 13, 20232 hr 36 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini reviews Evolution and compares this era of WWE women’s wrestling to his

This week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (11-2-2018) features ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini with a 100 percent focus on women’s wrestling in WWE. First, he provides behind the scenes insights on the time he worked behind the scenes in WWE for a couple years in the 2009-2010 area which included Mickie James, Alicia Fox, the Bellas, Beth Phoenix, Eve, Kelly Kelly, Gail Kim, among others. He talks about the attitude towards women’s wrestling then and how women felt ab...

Nov 11, 20231 hr 45 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin talk NXT to The CW, top possible successors to MJF as AEW Champion, New Japan Power Struggle, TV show analysis

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics: Reaction to and analysis of NXT heading to The CW next October Review of AEW Rampage, Collision, and Dynamite. Thoughts on each of the top possible successors to MJF as AEW Champion Review of NJPW Power Struggle Review of NXT Review of Smackdown before Crown Jewel and Raw after Crown Jewel A review of UFC Fight N...

Nov 10, 20231 hr 59 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss futures of the Bucks, Cody, Omega, is there room for new no. 2, should Styles beat Lesnar, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-8-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They talk Survivor Series line-up taking shape, should A.J. Styles beat Brock Lesnar, a reshuffled Raw roster without Roman Reigns and with several turns, the futures of the Young Bucks, Cody, and Kenny Omega and whether there’s room for a new number two in the U.S...

Nov 09, 20232 hr 16 min

10 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell - Worst John Cena promo ever, Bryan written out of WWE Title picture, Big Show-Authority summit, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-5-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discussed the following topics: Raw analysis including Big Show-Triple H/Steph legal summit, Bryan written out of WWE Title picture, worst John Cena promo ever on SD, TNA, Hogan, and more including email questions and live caller questions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-...

Nov 07, 20232 hr 12 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Authors of “Mad Dogs, Midgets, and Screwjobs” discussing Andre, Hogan, Rougeau-Dynamite Kid fight, Bret Screwjob, more

In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-1-2013), Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview Pat Laprade and Bertrand Hebert, authors of “Mad Dogs, Midgets, and Screwjobs,” who discuss Andre the Giant, Hulk Hogan, Rougeau-Dynamite Kid fight, Bret Hart Screwjob, the process of writing their book, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Nov 06, 20232 hr 3 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk Hogan Crown Jewel news, how much praise do Cena and Bryan deserve, will Becky be hurt by Rousey match

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-1-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Rich Fann of the “Deep Dive” edition of the PWTorch Livecast and VIP East Coast Cast. They discuss the breaking Hulk Hogan Crown Jewel news, how much praise do John Cena and Daniel Bryan deserve this week, will Becky Lynch be hurt by the Ronda Rousey match, Cody’s future, Brand Supremacy nonsense headed into Survivor Series, Evolution though...

Nov 03, 20231 hr 53 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini: Learning about Vince McMahon's booking techniques first-hand, more

In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-25-2013), ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini examines the hype for Hell in a Cell, Orton vs. Bryan, looking ahead to WrestleMania 30 and Royal Rumble, Undertaker’s opponent, behind the scenes stores on working with Vince McMahon, Triple H, and Michael Hayes, and much more including live callers and email questions. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with bonus topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: ht...

Nov 02, 20231 hr 47 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann preview Crown Jewel and evaluate hype, react to MJF win over Kenny Omega, what TK's announcement should've been

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Wednesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics: A detailed preview of WWE Crown Jewel and analysis of the hype and predictions on key matches. A look at what Tony Khan's announcement on Dynamite should have been. Does becoming viral really help pro wrestling careers? Thoughts on MJF vs. Kenny Omega Could C.M. Punk answer Shinsuke Nakamura's challenge Become...

Nov 02, 20232 hr 8 min

10 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell - What’s next for Bryan? For Punk? For Michaels? Survivor Series predictions, Raw ratings, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-29-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell discuss the following topics: What’s next for Bryan? For Punk? Survivor Series predictions, Raw ratings analysis, TNA’s potential suitors, and more with live calls and a lot of email topics in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wre...

Nov 01, 20232 hr 14 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Jerry Lynn talks about art of wrestling, classics with RVD and Waltman, retirement, more + Fann interviews Counihan

This week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-18-2013) features Jerry Lynn talking with live callers about Lynn's recent retirement, life after wrestling, how he plans to remain involved in the wrestling business, the art of wrestling he learned over two decades, classic matches with RVD and Sean Waltman, and much more. Then in a bonus segment from five years ago (10-27-2018), PWTorch columnist Rich Fann interviews current PWTorch columnist and podcaster Alan Counihan (a/k/a Alan4...

Oct 29, 20232 hr 37 min

10 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell - Critique of final segment of Raw hyping HIAC and TNA's Bound for Glory PPV, live callers, emails

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-22-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell begin with an in-depth critique of final segment of Raw hyping HIAC and TNA's Bound for Glory PPV, and then take live caller questions. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they answer around a dozen email questions on a wide range of topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade...

Oct 28, 20232 hr 27 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Ex-WWE Creative Team member Jason Allen talks Reigns backstage personality and reacts to leukemia announcement, more

In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-26-2018) features ex-WWE Creative Team member Jason Allen previewing Evolution, reaction to Saudi Arabia news, thoughts on Roman Reigns leukemia announcement and how that affects the Raw babyface roster, and more. Then in the Mailbag section, they discuss the prospects of Undisputed Era getting involved with DX, the upside of Ricochet compared to Velveteeen Dream on the main roster, could Brock Lesnar beat Braun Strowman to set up ...

Oct 26, 20232 hr 12 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk TNA name returning, WWE Women's Division, Crown Jewel line-up, Dynamite preview, MJF title reign, more

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 and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: TNA name returning, WWE Women's Division, Crown Jewel line-up, Dynamite preview, MJF title reign, AEW EVPs, rising AEW stars, Drew vs. Roman eventually, and much more including some unbridled Vikings enthusiasm. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc...

Oct 25, 20232 hr 23 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Donald Trump-Vince McMahon book “TrumpMania” author Lavie Margolin talks about history of their relationship, more

In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-18-2018) features the author of “TrumpMania,” Lavie Margolin, covering the entire Vince McMahon-Donald Trump relationship over the decades all the way through election night fallout with WWE talent and Linda McMahon being appointed to President Trump’s cabinet. Topics include the history of their relationship dating back to the Trump Plaza hosted WrestleManias, the current Crown Jewel controversy that intertwines them again, their ...

Oct 23, 20232 hr 20 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Matt Morgan talks about leaving TNA, possibly returning to WWE, backstage insights on Undertaker's leadership, live calls

In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-11-2013), Matt Morgan discusses these topics: Why did he leave TNA? Will he land in WWE or TNA? Who is his dream opponent? Plus backstage stories on Undertaker's leadership backstage, and much. Live calls and email questions throughout. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Oct 21, 20232 hr 23 min

10 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell - Goldust & Cody Rhodes win WWE Tag Titles, Big Show stealing spotlight from Bryan, live callers

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-15-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell tackle these topics: Examining what it means that Goldust & Cody Rhodes won tag titles, is Big Show stealing spotlight from Bryan, did Shawn Michaels help sell HIAC main event, and much more with live callers and email questions on the live show and VIP-exclusive Aftershow. Become a supporter of this podcast: https:...

Oct 19, 20232 hr 21 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin talk counterproductive Copeland-Starks promo, Impact Bound for Glory preview, Cody & Jey lose titles, more

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. They discuss these topics: Impact Bound for Glory PPV preview, Review of Smackdown and Raw including Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso losing the tag titles already Review of AEW Rampage and Collision including thoughts on the counterproductive Adam Copeland-RIcky Starks promo and the latest hype for Juice Robinson vs. MJF A review and preview of U...

Oct 18, 20232 hr

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss potentials for Omega, Bucks, Hangman in WWE, Saudi Arabia controversy with WWE Crown Jewel, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-18-2018), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from the Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast and ProWrestling.net. They start by addressing the very latest with the WWE Crown Jewel controversy regarding Saudi Arabia, the future of Impact after big drops in viewership lately and the change to a later timeslot on Pop, a preview of the NWA 70th Anniversary Show, Nick Aldis’s future, and...

Oct 17, 20232 hr 5 min

10 YRS AGO - FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell - Did WWE fix or repair the problems resulting from awful conclusion to Battleground? More

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-8-2013), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell tackle these topics: Did WWE fix or repair the problems resulting from awful conclusion to Battleground? What does it mean that John Cena is back and facing Del Rio for World Title? And more, including live callers and, in the VIP Aftershow, answer email questions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker...

Oct 15, 20232 hr 1 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Austin Aries talks Johnny Impact controversy on Twitter, when does a promo get too personal, what makes a match good

In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (10-11-2018), veteran wrestler and current Impact World Hvt. Champion Austin Aries talks about Johnny Impact controversy on Twitter, when does a promo get too personal, guarding his vegan catering section, what makes a match good, his time in WWE and NXT, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Oct 13, 20231 hr 18 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk impact of WWE ownership change, AEW post-Punk problems, Joe vs. Strong, Jey Uso on Raw, more

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special Wednesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They discuss these topics: NXT vs. Dynamite ratings analysis Lengthy discussion on Juice's anti-semitic provocation of MJF, what MJF has said, is there any justification for this that holds up, what should AEW do next Max Caster's crush on MJF - the backstory and where it might be leading Toni Storm's brilliance and the injustice yet pr...

Oct 12, 20232 hr 9 min
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