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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

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Parks discuss the Swerve or Ospreay AEW dilemma, what we've learned from King and Queen tourneys so far, more

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Greg Parks, a PWTorch columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast's "Wrestling Night in America." They cover these topics: They start with a nearly one hour discussion on AEW with a focus on the Double or Nothing line-up so far. Is Swerve Strickland going to get a fair chance to be centerpiece babyface with emergence of new signing Will Ospreay making such a great impressi...

May 15, 20242 hr 9 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: "Hardcore" Bob Holly: How stiff is RVD, how he'd react to change in PPV bonus payoff structure, top rope headbutt dangers

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-9-2014), Wade Keller interviewed longtime WWF/WWF veteran "Hardcore" Bob Holly for two-and-a-half hours. He covered a wide array of topics including: How stiff is RVD, how would he react to change in PPV bonus payoff structure, how would he improve Tough Enough, did he face Southern stereotypes in WWE, current TNA, top rope headbutt dangers, and much much more in this expansive interview with live callers and email topics. Become a s...

May 13, 20242 hr 35 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 Yrs. Ago): Jim Ross on Punk's WWE future, whether Lesnar beating Taker was the right call, did he always know finishes

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), we present the third and final installment of a four hour interview with Jim Ross conducted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell. In this third and final installment, he gives his thoughts on the finish of Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar including a big teaser about a bombshell Shawn Michaels will reveal next week about that match, plus did he always know the finishes of matches ahead of time when he called them. Also, these other ...

May 11, 20241 hr 22 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Kane, Stephanie, Bryan, and Brie starring in horror movie on Raw, fallout from Extreme Rules, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (5-6-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss Kane, Stephanie, Bryan, and Brie starring in a horror movie on Raw, all the fallout from Extreme Rules, looking ahead into the summer, and more including live calls and emails on the Livecast and VIP Aftershow. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-p...

May 10, 20242 hr

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin discuss Gable Steveson, Becky's crowd response, Heyman's revelation, is TNA or NXT a better show now, more

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Thursday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." They discuss these topics: The end of Gable Steveson in WWE Quick thoughts on WWE financials Review of last night's AEW Dynamite Review of New Japan's Dontaku events Thoughts on the state of TNA these days A review of this week's NXT TV show Comparing the quality of the shows and rosters between NXT and TNA Impact...

May 10, 20242 hr 17 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Jim Ross on what bugs him about "This is awesome!" Chants, what WWE alternatives are getting wrong, Bryan's push, more

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), we present part two of a four hour interview with Jim Ross conducted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell. He covers a wide range of topics including: Adjusting to life being away from WWE, the relief he felt leaving the WWE HQs for the first time, what he misses most, major health changes he made this year and why, why he believes he understands the business, the danger of wrestling promotions getting away from fundamentals, w...

May 09, 20241 hr 39 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 Yrs Ago): Jim Ross says Lawler is a top ten all-time wrestler, talks about Benoit's son getting into wrestling, more

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), we present part one of a four hour interview with Jim Ross conducted by Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell. He covers a wide range of topics including: Life after WWE including his new live Q&A shows at theaters, WWE Network discussion, Jerry Lawler's place in history as a wrestler, Chris Benoit's son getting into wrestling, does Chris Benoit belong in the WWE Hall of Fame, did he ever say no to a controversial angle or humi...

May 08, 20241 hr 32 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk final Extreme Rules hype on Raw incl. Cena-Bray, Flair's return to Raw, Bryan and Brie terrorized

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-29-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss last night's hype for Extreme Rules on Raw including Cena-Bray Wyatt hype, Flair's return to Raw, Bryan and Brie terrorized by Kane, WWE Network hype, and more regarding Raw. Also, TNA is discussed including Eric Young's title reign. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake...

May 06, 20242 hr

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Court Bauer, former WWE Creative and MLW promoter, talks AEW's place in mark, YouTube, MLW expansion, WWE health

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2019), Wade Keller interviews Court Bauer, current MLW promoter, ex-WWE Creative Team member, and Podcast Network leader discussing a wide array of topics including YouTube’s value to wrestlers and promoters, MLW’s ongoing expansion, WWE’s shrinking ratings and overall financial health, Vince McMahon, the XFL, AEW’s place in market, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-...

May 04, 20241 hr 40 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & ex-WWE Creative Jason Allen talk WWE p.r. issue with return to Saudi Arabia, new Roman same as old Roman, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (5-2-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Allen, a former WWE Creative Team member. They talk about WWE’s p.r. challenges with their announced return to Saudi Arabia, how Vince McMahon might react to falling ratings, are falling ratings and Saudi Arabia trips related, could the Women’s Evolution be hurting WWE ratings, and more. Plus Mailbag topics on whether the MITB winner sho...

May 02, 20242 hr 5 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell look at post-WWE Draft roster depth and match-ups, Tony Khan in neck brace, Backlash, Patrick Mahomes, more

SHOW SUMMARY: 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 cover these topics: Evaluating the format and presentation of the WWE Draft Looking at the post-draft Raw and Smackdown roster depths including top tier heels and babyfaces in both men's and women's divisions Tony Khan angle on Dynamite and his appearance NFL Draft weekend wearing a neck brace The Jack Perry presentati...

May 01, 20242 hr 7 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (5-2-2014): Jim Ross talks with Keller & Mitchell about life after WWE, WWE Network, Benoit’s son, imposter Taker & Razor

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (5-2-2014), Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell interview Jim Ross, who covered a wide range of topics such as life after WWE including his new live Q&A shows at theaters, WWE Network discussion, Chris Benoit’s son getting into wrestling, does Chris Benoit belong in the WWE Hall of Fame, did he ever say no to a controversial angle or humiliating request, how does he feel about his role in presenting the impostor Undertaker and Razor Ramo...

Apr 29, 20241 hr 32 min

5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Powell talk AEW's target demo and rating, Rousey departure, envisioning Triple H running WWE, NXT roster, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-26-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: Ronda Rousey’s departure, Shayna Baszler’s progress, Triple H running WWE compared to Vince McMahon, Post-Shake-up NXT roster evaluated, Undertaker-Starrcast controversy, Shinsuke Nakamura, Smackdown rating, Robert Roode makeover, Roman Reigns-Ko...

Apr 27, 20241 hr 22 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk New Bray, AEW Double or Nothing, Reigns lack of reboot, sloppy Shake-up execution, Dustin-Cody, MLW

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-25-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed the New Bray Wyatt, AEW Double or Nothing, the lack of a reboot for Roman Reigns post-WM, sloppy Superstar Shake-up execution, Dustin Rhodes-Cody Rhodes build, MLW’s progress, YouTube viewership comparisons for AEW-MLW-Impact, Crockett Cup thought...

Apr 26, 20241 hr 50 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Raw incl. Bryan appearing while mourning death of father, Ultimate Warrior Week on WWE Network

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-22-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw including Daniel Bryan appearing while mourning death of his father, Ultimate Warrior Week on WWE Network, future of Cesaro-Paul Heyman-Brock Lesnar, why didn't anyone help Bryan, and much more including live callers and email topics. Become a supporter of this po...

Apr 25, 20241 hr 54 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk Becky's title win, the AEW conundrum with Swerve and Ospreay, Gunther, WWE cuts, Omega opens up, Nyla Rose

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 and podcaster. They cover these topics: Becky Lynch's Women's Title win and whether she can win back cheers The AEW conundrum with Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay as worthy top babyface centerpiece stars Gunther's reaction to losing the Intercontinental Title Cameron Grimes's heart-tugging reaction to being released Drew McIntyre making an...

Apr 24, 20241 hr 52 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Justin Credible & Ex-WWE Creative Court Bauer: Ultimate Warrior stories, Extreme Rules line-up, TNA's Eric Young decision

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-18-2019), Wade Keller interviews former ECW Champion Justin Credible and former MLW promoter and WWE creative team member Court Bauer discussing a wide range of topics including Ultimate Warrior stories, ROH's new PPV deal, Extreme Rules line-up, Daniel Bryan's prospects as champion, TNA's Eric Young decision, looking at WWE's WM30 PPV figures and Network subscriptions, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak...

Apr 22, 20242 hr 25 min

5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: WWE women’s division post shake-up including Sasha, Becky, Lacey, plus 205 Live call-ups, how Reigns on SD affects Kofi

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-19-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell. They discuss these topics: The state of WWE’s women’s division post shake-up including Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch, Lacey Evans, Asuka & Kairi Sane with Page, plus 205 Live call-ups, how Reigns on SD affects Kofi, wrestling reporting changes over the decades, whether AEW should scoop up departing and ...

Apr 20, 20242 hr

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin preview AEW Dynasty, review big Bloodline angle, Moxley's IWGP Title win, full Windy City Riot review, UFC 300

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP Podcast "The Fix." They discuss these topics: New Japan's Windy City Riot including Jack Perry's "Scapegoat" character and Jon Moxley's IWGP Title win. Reviews of AEW Rampage, Collision, Battle of the Belts, and Dynamite including why Todd is so down on Collision right now, plus thoughts on final Dynasty hype A full preview of AEW Dy...

Apr 19, 20242 hr 13 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin review Superstar Shake-up and Raw & SD new depth-charts, plus Viking Experience, UFC

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-18-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Todd Martin from the weekly PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix with Todd Martin & Wade Keller.” They talk in-depth about the Superstar Shake-up’s major moves and analyze the depth chart on Raw and Smackdown on the heel and babyface sides of the rosters. They also walk through Raw and Smackdown segment by segment, plus close with some UFC analys...

Apr 16, 20241 hr 43 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell break down headlines coming out of Raw including Bryan's PPV positioning, return of Evolution, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-15-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to break down headlines coming out of Raw including Daniel Bryan's PPV positioning, return of Evolution, John Cena's odd promo, plus digesting WrestleMania butyrate info just released, and more with live callers. Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, PWTorch All-Star Panelist Jim Valley re...

Apr 14, 20242 hr 6 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann discuss title feud options for Becky, Seth, Kofi, plus in-person WM Weekend highlights, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-11-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Rich Fann of “The Deep Dive with Rich Fann” PWTorch Dailycast and the PWTorch East Coast Cast VIP version. They talk in-depth about the first title feud options for Becky Lynch, Seth Rollins, Kofi Kingston. Also, Rich’s in-person WrestleMania Weekend highlights from MLW, NJPW-ROH, and more, plus NXT Call-up options and more. Beco...

Apr 11, 20241 hr 51 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Cody title win fallout, Rock, Levesque Era, Punk-Perry footage on Dynamite, AEW viewership, WWE Draft

SHOW SUMMARY: 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: AEW's reported decision to air the C.M. Punk-Jack Perry scuffle footage from backstage at All In, what the footage actually shows, and what it says that AEW is apparently doing this WWE pushing so hard the New Era of WWE with Paul Levesque and Cody Rhodes and has the message landed and thus it's time to pull b...

Apr 10, 20241 hr 57 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: "Stone Cold" Steve Austin with his thoughts on WrestleMania 30, backstage perspective on Ultimate Warrior and Mr. T, more

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-10-2014), Wade Keller interviews "Stone Cold" Steve Austin who gives his thoughts on WrestleMania 30, provides backstage perspective on Ultimate Warrior and Mr. T this weekend, reveals if his Hulk Hogan "Whoop Ass" line scripted, reaction to C.M. Punk's departure and Daniel Bryan's run, does he endorse Roman Reigns and Cesaro, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestlin...

Apr 09, 20241 hr 26 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk about huge post-WM30 Raw with new talent on way in, Heyman's remarkable stellar promo, Bryan, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-8-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to talk about the huge post-WrestleMania 30 Raw with new NXT talent on way in, Paul Heyman's remarkable stellar promo, Daniel Bryan's title celebration, WWE Network subscriptions announcement, Jeff Jarrett's announcement of the GFW, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.c...

Apr 07, 20242 hr 17 min

5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Powell cover WrestleMania 35 topics including high-stakes for Roman, does Kofi have to win + Tony Khan Media Q&A

In this week's Mailbag Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-5-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discuss these topics: Why does Vince McMahon favor Raw over Smackdown so much headed into WrestleMania? Does Rousey-Becky-Charlotte angle with police differ in a key way from Beer Truck with Stone Cold? Should Kofi Kingston be handed Daniel Bryan’s hemp and wood title belt? What’s at stake for Roman Reig...

Apr 06, 20242 hr 12 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss WM35, John Oliver on HBO, Ross-AEW, Superstar Shake-up, Ronda legacy, XFL, Triple H, Batista

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (4-4-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by guest cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discuss these topics: WrestleMania 35, John Oliver on HBO, Jim Ross-AEW, Superstar Shake-up, Ronda Rousey’s WWE legacy, XFL odds post-AAF, Batista, Triple H, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrest...

Apr 05, 20241 hr 56 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: One-legged WWE wrestler Zack Gowen discusses horrible rep backstage among peers, early Cena and Lesnar impressions, more

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (4-4-2014), Wade Keller interviews ex-WWE wrestler Zack Gowen, known best for having only one leg, but also notorious for how much he was despised by his WWE colleagues in the locker room in 2003. In this nearly two hour interview, he discusses his mistakes in 2003, the new documentary on his life including his rehab and recovery in recent years from drug addiction, and much more including early impressions of Brock Lesnar and John Cena...

Apr 04, 20242 hr

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann present thorough Bray Wyatt documentary review, preview WM and assess the night 1 vs. night 2 match distribution

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 and podcaster. They cover these topics: Analyze the match distribution between night 1 and night 2 and assess whether each is a WrestleMania-caliber stand-alone event. Match-by-match previews, predictions, evaluations of the hype, and a look at the ramifications. Also, thoughts on match quality potential. A thorough review of the new Bray Wya...

Apr 03, 20241 hr 55 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell & Mitchell dissect WWE Raw with calls and emails plus merits of Ultimate Warrior as a Hall of Famer

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (4-1-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell along with PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell with a special WrestleMania-week Triple Threat edition dissecting last night's Raw with callers and email questions plus the merits of Ultimate Warrior as a Hall of Famer and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

Mar 30, 20241 hr 26 min
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