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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 FLASHBACK: Dailycast call-in show talking Survivor Series line-up, TNA's new TV deal, WWE Network, GFW, Jim Ross, live callers

In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Livecast Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 19, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast live call-in show with guest host Jim Valley and cohost Pat McNeill. They talked with live callers about all of the big news of the day including TNA's new TV deal, a look ahead to Survivor Series, Jim Ross and the GFW, and more. And in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Pat and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussed the...

Nov 19, 20241 hr 41 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss final hype for Survivor Series, Savage-Liz, Bray-Ambrose, WrestleMania 31, Bray Wyatt, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-18-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the previous night's episode of WWE Raw including Rowan and Harper joining the main event, predictions and analysis of possible outcomes for Survivor Series, WrestleMania forecasts, speculating on the future of Bray Wyatt, and much more including email questions in the previously VIP-exclusive Afte...

Nov 18, 20242 hr 38 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Matt Hardy's prediction regarding a CM Punk return, will Hardys resurface at a WrestleMania, future of TNA

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-13-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Matt Hardy. Topics included his C.M. Punk return prediction, will the Hardys resurface at a WrestleMania, what is future of TNA, what’s Matt’s ROH relationship, WWE Network payoffs for talent, and much more including live callers and email questions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Nov 17, 20241 hr 14 min

10 YRS AGO FLASHBACK: How Survivor Series will shake out, Ryback suddenly in main events, what's Global Force's gameplan, more

In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 14, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing with live callers and emailers these topics: The Road to Survivor Series Odd and interesting booking choices made by WWE TNA's title changes on Impact Global Force a mere PPV broker or a player in 2015? Lots of questions in the industry right now. And more... Become a supporter of this podc...

Nov 16, 20241 hr 10 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Ron Simmons on how he found out he'd be winning WCW Title, Nation of Domination, Turner buying JCP, more

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-12-2014), Pat McNeil interviewed Ron Simmons who talked about the transition from Jim Crockett Promotions to Turner-owned WCW and what wrestlers were worried about, thoughts on Mick Foley early in his career, the switch to wrestling as Faarooq and who was supposed to manage him instead of Sunny, transitioning from football to pro wrestling, how he found out Bill Watts chose him to be WCW Champion, how the locker room felt about the ...

Nov 15, 20241 hr 57 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss CM Punk’s return to WWE TV, AEW vs. NXT ratings, Seth’s problem, ROH, Impact, more

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-14-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking AEW vs. NXT ratings, standout moments from Wednesday night, the Seth Rollins problem and can it be solved, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they talk C.M. Punk’s return to WWE TV and where ROH, the NWA, MLW, and Impact fit into the crowded landscape. Become a suppo...

Nov 14, 20242 hr 30 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann talk Bloodline fifth man drama, Omega's return, NXT at 2300, Women's U.S. Title, Moxley manifesto, MCMGs, WWE ID

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: Bloodline continued drama and the recruitment of a fifth member for each team Kenny Omega appearing in New Japan and what his role should be in AEW going into 2025 NXT in the 2300 Arena thoughts D-Von Dudley reaction online to reports on his health WWE Women's United States Title and why Chelsea Green n...

Nov 13, 20241 hr 59 min

5 YRS AGO AEW FULL GEAR REVIEW: Keller & Heydorn with diverse takes on Moxley vs. Omega, Cody vs. Jericho finish, callers, on-site report

In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-9-2019), Wade was joined by Zack Heydorn to discuss the AEW Full Gear pay-per-view event with live callers and mailbag questions, plus an on-site correspondent from Baltimore, Md. They discuss the pros and cons of the Kenny Omega vs. Jon Moxley 40 minute hardcore finale, the towel finish of Chris Jericho vs. Cody and the MJF factor, plus every other match and segment on the PPV. Become a supporter of this podca...

Nov 12, 20242 hr 36 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Team Cena and Team Authority taking shape, Ryback as centerpiece, Dean Ambrose feud with Wyatt

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-11-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the previous night's WWE Raw including Team Cena and Team Authority taking shape, Ryback as centerpiece, Dean Ambrose’s feud with Wyatt, plus Jim Ross with NJPW. Live callers and email questions are part of the program. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-kelle...

Nov 11, 20241 hr 50 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Diamond Dallas Page gives advice on how modern-day wrestlers can get over as babyface, AWA and WCW memories

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-7-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Diamond Dallas Page who talked about how current-day wrestlers can get over as babyface using strategies he used in WCW, would he do anything different with Scott Hall and Jake Roberts, some WCW and AWA memories, an update on DDP Yoga’s growth, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Nov 10, 20241 hr 24 min

10 YRS AGO FLASHBACK: Will Smackdown moving to Thursdays make the show more relevant, can TNA learn from Lucha Underground, WWE Network

In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Nov. 6, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing with live callers and emailers these topics: Will Smackdown moving to Thursdays make the show more relevant? Can TNA learn from Lucha Underground? WWE Network Survivor Series and TLC Global Force Wrestling And more... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-...

Nov 09, 20241 hr 51 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Rhino interview talking ECW, WWE, TNA memories, inside story on Vince stopping his match against Tajiri, live callers

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (11-5-2014), Pat McNeill interviews former WWE/TNA/ECW wrestler Rhino with live calls and emails including the inside story on Vince McMahon stopping his match against Tajiri, the length of live indy events, thoughts on Miz, and more. Also, the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with McNeill and PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussing the latest news, events, and more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker....

Nov 08, 20242 hr 3 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Martin discuss merits of Cody’s push, AEW-NXT ratings stalemate, NXT-Raw-SD invasions, NJPW, more

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-7-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin. Todd reacted to that week’s ratings tie between AEW and NXT, evaluated AEW’s Full Gear hype plus provides a full PPV preview, declared his point of view about the push of Cody, reacts to NXT being invaded by The O.C., reviewed Raw and NJPW Power Struggle, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://...

Nov 07, 20241 hr 47 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk election anxiety, NXT vs. AEW tomorrow night, Bloodline developments, Wyatt Sicks, WWE roster cuts, 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: Election anxiety NXT vs. AEW tomorrow night with a lengthy preview of both shows and big picture thoughts on the state of the two brands The strengths and weaknesses of the Jon Moxley saga Bobby Lashley's prospects in AEW Latest developments with The Bloodline factions includi...

Nov 06, 20242 hr 27 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss whether McMahons might sell WWE some day, Authority losing at S Series, Lucha Underground, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode (pt. 2 of 2) of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-4-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discussed the odds of The Authority losing at Survivor Series, WWE Network marketing, might the McMahons really sell WWE, New Japan on PPV, Lucha Underground announcing, and more as part of the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow portion of that week's Flagship.Then, in a bonus segment from the sa...

Nov 05, 20242 hr 45 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Vince's return to live TV, major new Survivor Series stipulation, Rollins and Orton developments

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (11-4-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell discuss with callers last night's Raw including Vince McMahon's return to live TV, major new Survivor Series stipulation, Seth Rollins and Randy Orton developments, Rusev's U.S. Title win, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--30...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 41 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: John Piermarini, ex-Creative Team member, takes listeners inside booking meetings with Vince McMahon, Bray angle, more

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-31-2014), Wade Keller interviewed John Piermarini, an ex-WWE Creative Team member who took listeners inside booking meetings with Vince McMahon, plus how are expenses covered for writers on the road, Bray angle analysis, and more with live callers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Nov 03, 202455 min

10 YRS AGO FLASHBACK: Caldwell & Parks talk WWE Network, was McMahon right person to lead in Network Era, new TNA champ, Lucha Underground

In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Oct. 30, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell discussing with live callers and emailers the WWE financial picture and WWE Network business from all angles, should WWE focus more on fixing the core product than the method of distribution, they ask whether Vince McMahon was the right person to lead the Network era, plus TNA Impact, Lucha Undergroun...

Nov 02, 20242 hr 15 min

PPV PREVIEW - WWE Crown Jewel 2024 full preview and predictions plus Roundtable Reviews of last two Crown Jewel events

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a special PPV Preview Roundtable episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast. Wade previews this year's WWE Crown Jewel event with analysis of each of the seven matches with predictions on each. Then we present the last two previously VIP-exclusive Crown Jewel post-event Roundtables. 2023 Roundtable: PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They review the event start to finish including Rom...

Nov 01, 20242 hr 36 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Wells discuss Crown Jewel results, Finn Balor NXT promo, AEW modeling itself after NJPW, Bray's future, more

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-31-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost Kelly Wells from the “PWT Talks NXT” PWTorch Dailycast and PWTorch.com’s NXT TV reporter. They discuss the following topics including many provided by listener calls and listener emails: WWE Crown Jewel results, what now for both Bray Wyatt and Seth Rollins, the first-ever women’s match in Saudi Arabia, Finn Balor’s first heel ...

Oct 31, 20242 hr 39 min

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Chase discuss pro wrestlers in political spotlight from Hogan to Foley to Taker, Trump's interview with Taker, more

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Stephanie Chase. They discuss these topics: Assessing the impact on pro wrestling fans when pro wrestlers put themselves in the political spotlight as Hulk Hogan, Mick Foley, Batista, and Undertaker have done, among others, in recent days. Takeaways from the Undertaker podcast interview with Donald Trump. A preview of top matches at Crown Jewel including the Cody Rhodes vs...

Oct 30, 20241 hr 54 min

5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Hawkins discuss whether Cody was wrestling's top babyface, discontentment with WWE, Riddle-Goldberg, more

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-29-2019) with guest cohost Cameron Hawkins from the PWTorch East Coast Cast, they discuss the following topics including many provided by listener emails: The ACH/Jordan Myles t-shirt controversy, growing discontentment with WWE, who on Team Hogan would Hulk allow to date Brooke, is Cody pro wrestling’s top babyface, can Seth Rollins be salvaged at this point, will AEW successfully complete an interview...

Oct 29, 20241 hr 47 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss fallout from WWE Hell in a Cell and the stage-setting for Survivor Series, Raw reaction, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-28-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss the previous night's Raw including all the fallout from Hell in a Cell and the stage-setting for Survivor Series, WWE Network subscriber count update, and more with live callers and email questions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wres...

Oct 27, 20241 hr 54 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Waltman talks about early Rock impressions, predicts whether Punk would return, how would Triple H run WWE differently

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-24-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Sean "X-Pac" Waltman who discusses early Rock memories, will C.M. Punk return, Lucha Underground thoughts, what would WWE look like with Hunter not Vince in charge, Shane McMahon update, NXT, scripting promos, Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, and much more with email questions and live callers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978...

Oct 27, 20241 hr 57 min

10 YRS AGO FLASHBACK: Caldwell & Parks break down Hell in a Cell in-depth with live callers, plus look ahead to Survivor Series and ... WM3?

In this week's 10 Yrs Ago Weekend Flashback episode on the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast feed, we present the Oct. 26, 2014 episode of the PWTorch Dailycast with Greg Parks & James Caldwell breaking down the just-completed Hell in a Cell PPV with live callers, plus look ahead to what might be next. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support ....

Oct 26, 20241 hr 42 min

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann + Cody Media Conference: Fann’s on-site experience in Pittsburgh for AEW, AEW vs. USA ratings, Crown Jewel

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-24-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. Rich talks about his in-person experience at Dynamite last night in Pittsburgh, his thoughts on AEW so far after four weekly episodes of Dynamite, what they’re doing well and what they would benefit from adding, should they continue little digs at WWE on air, are the crowd cutaways overdone, how has Full Gear hype been ...

Oct 25, 20243 hr

5 YRS AGO MAILBAG: Keller & Powell discuss Raw post-draft, Darby, Rusev-Lana-Lashley, new announcing line-ups, tag divisions, Cody’s push

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-22-2019) with guest cohost Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast, they answer questions from listeners on a variety of topics including the state of Raw post-draft, Darby Allin’s push, the Rusev-Lana-Bobby Lashley storyline, are AEW wrestlers shortening their careers by going too hardcore, comparing the four shows’ new announcer line-ups, will AEW’s early shortcomings tur...

Oct 24, 20242 hr

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Fann compare the futures of Breakker and Jacob Fatu, Moxley's first week as AEW Champ, Hogan on Fox News, Owens, more

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: Comparing the fast-rising stars of WWE who had a brief stare down on Raw that popped the crowd - Bron Breakker and Jacob Fatu - including comparing their likely place in WWE in coming years. Thoughts on the Bron Breakker vs. Jey Uso IC Title main event on Raw including the Bloodline involvement. The Kev...

Oct 23, 20242 hr 21 min

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller discusses Raw happenings, whether Kenta/Itami would succeed on the main roster, WWE Network biz, more

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-21-2014), PWTorch editor Wade Keller took live phone calls on the hot topics of the week while Jason Powell of Prowrestling.net is away including Monday's Raw, whether Kenta/Hideo Itami would succeed on the main roster, WWE Network biz, New Japan compared to WWE, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/sup...

Oct 21, 20241 hr 36 min

INTERVIEW CLASSIC: Rob Van Dam with fascinating memories and opinions spanning his career in ECW, WCW, WWE, opinion on Punk, Rollins, more

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (10-17-2014), Wade Keller interviewed Rob Van Dam, a first-time Livecast guest, who presents fascinating insights, memories, and opinions spanning his entire career in ECW, WCW, WWE, plus opinions on Punk's disappearance, Undertaker's Streak ending, the prospects of Rollins and Ambrose in ECW and as future stars, PPV payoffs in the Network era, and more. Live callers and email questions sprinkled in. The VIP Aftershow portion begins aro...

Oct 19, 20242 hr 1 min
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