Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast podcast

Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast

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. 640160Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

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. 640160Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) .

 

#1000

15 YRS AGO: Keller & McNeill talk new Monday Night War prospects for TNA-WWE, Keller & Hoops on whet...

Today we jump back to two early episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago. First, on the Jan. 27, 2010 episode, Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Pat McNeill talk about the breaking news of TNA Impact going back to Monday nights on March 1. How will WWE react? How should they react? Plus a wide variety of caller questions including a discussion about the merits of casting wrestlers as babyfaces and heels instead of tweeners.Then up next on the Jan. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch's Brian Hoops joined Wade to take live calls and talk about a wide span of subjects. Those included Steve Corino, the AWA, whether the heel-face structure is necessary or best, heel commentating as a lost art, and current events, plus a call from Jonny Fairplay of "Survivor" fame.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

7 hrs Ago

2 HR 31 MINS

2:31:18

7 hrs Ago


#999

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss the final Raw before the Rumble, various WM31 line-up s...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-20-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss the final Raw before the Royal Rumble, is Brock now a babyface, many various WrestleMania 31 line-up scenarios, various possible Rumble outcomes, and more with many live callers. In the VIP Aftershow, Sting’s role in WWE is discussed plus a wide range of questions via email.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

Yesterday

2 HR 19 MINS

2:19:48

Yesterday


#998

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): Lanny Poffo discussing his brother Randy Savage’s Hall of Fame, deta...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-16-2015), Wade Keller interviewed “Leaping” Lanny Poffo discussing his brother “Macho Man” Randy Savage’s Hall of Fame, details on how it finally happened, thoughts of Hogan giving the speech, some great Savage family stories, and much more with live callers and email questions. He also reads a poem in the VIP Aftershow and answers some email questions on Savage and his career including working with Mr. Perfect.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

19 Jan 2025

2 HR 17 MINS

2:17:05

19 Jan 2025


#997

15 YRS AGO: Keller & Parks & Radican talk Royal Rumble hype, Demolition, Raw, Grand Split, ROH, Drag...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 years ago (1-25-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks to discuss the build to the Royal Rumble, Smackdown, the WWE brand split, Demolition, and more with live callers and chat room questions.The second episode in our double-header today is also from 15 years ago (1-26-2010) featuring PWTorch columnist Sean Radican discussing Ring of Honor, Dragon Gate, the prior night's Raw, and Sunday's upcoming WWE Royal Rumble with caller questions and live chat room questions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

18 Jan 2025

2 HR 41 MINS

2:41:34

18 Jan 2025


#996

NEW INTERVIEW + 15 YRS AGO: Matt & Jeff Hardy interview talking AEW departure, TNA aspirations + 15 ...

Today we bring you a double-header starting with PWTorch's Brian Zilem interviewing Matt & Jeff Hardy in person earlier this week in San Antonio, Tex. discussing TNA's PPV this weekend, the circumstances of their departure from AEW, aspirations for TNA, ice cold plunges, and more.Then we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-22-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell with a focus on the previous night's TNA Impact including the Survivor Series derivative screwjob,  an Eric Bischoff-Mick Foley exchange, Jeff Jarrett on Bubba the Love Sponge, and more Impact items, plus several WWE topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

17 Jan 2025

1 HR 27 MINS

1:27:31

17 Jan 2025


#995

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk AEW TV extension, Moxley, Cody, Marty Scurll, Tessa Blancha...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-16-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast talking AEW’s TV extension and new hour of TV, Jon Moxley, Cody’s promo, Marty Scurll re-signing with ROH and becoming head booker, state of ROH in 2020, Tessa Blanchard title win and preceding controversy, Triple H-Paige comment and apology, Brian Cage potential in AEW, Royal Rumble hype, Drew McIntyre’s push, Brock Lesnar entering no. 1, Paul Heyman’s touches on Raw, Daniel Bryan and The Fiend, John Morrison’s quirky personality, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

16 Jan 2025

2 HR 21 MINS

2:21:15

16 Jan 2025


#994

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Chase discuss pros and cons of WrestleMania opponents for Cody, Cena, Punk, G...

SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Stephane Chase. They discuss these topics: ---The pros and cons of potential WrestleMania opponents for Cody Rhodes, John Cena, C.M. Punk, Gunther, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, more ---The return of Kenny Omega and how it’s a good start but there’s more to do for him to be the difference-maker AEW needs in 2025 ---A general State of AEW address and whether there’s reason for optimism and why Stephanie’s confidence in Tony Khan is at zero ---Death Riders ---WWE on Netflix and dual purpose of catering to new viewers while keeping momentum with prior viewers Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

15 Jan 2025

1 HR 52 MINS

1:52:56

15 Jan 2025


#993

15 YRS AGO: Keller & Warzecha talk audience prep protocol, DX, Sheamus, Tag Teams, Bubba's Haiti Com...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-21-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch contributor Marc Warzecha to discuss a wide variety of topics during the 60 minute PWTorch Livecast and the 29 minute VIP Aftershow, including live calls and chat room interaction. Subjects covered include Sheamus's push, how TNA might better handle their Impact Zone audience prep, the missed opportunities of not pushing the tag team division, whether the DX act is working as a comedy figure or would be better off split up.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

14 Jan 2025

1 HR 42 MINS

1:42:49

14 Jan 2025


#992

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss Roman's odd promos, Bryan’s declaration he’ll win Rumbl...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-13-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss Roman Reigns’s odd promos, Daniel Bryan’s declaration he’ll win Rumble, TNA’s live debut, WWE Network, Vince McMahon’s future as Head of Creative, and much more with a mix of live calls and email questions including the VIP Aftershow examining the Seth Rollins-Brock Lesnar-John Cena hype.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

13 Jan 2025

1 HR 56 MINS

1:56:04

13 Jan 2025


#991

INTERVIEW CLASSIC (10 YRS AGO): TNA President Dixie Carter reacting to Impact’s move to Destination ...

In this week’s Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (1-9-2015), Wade Keller interviewed TNA President Dixie Carter, reacting to Impact’s move to Destination America, first ratings, changes in 2015, Hogan, Josh, Taz, and 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] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

12 Jan 2025

1 HR 35 MINS

1:35:02

12 Jan 2025


#990

15 YRS AGO: Keller & McNeill discuss Michaels-Undertaker, five-star matches, Michaels-Flair comparis...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-20-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They talked with live callers for an hour on a wide variety of topics including the Royal Rumble, Shawn Michaels-Undertaker, five-star matches, who's better between Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair overall, TNA referring to fans at TV tapings as "cast members," and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, more talk about TNA's Sunday PPV and TNA's general creative direction, thoughts on Jon Heder and the idea of wrestling managers making a comeback, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

11 Jan 2025

1 HR 33 MINS

1:33:10

11 Jan 2025


#989

15 YRS AGO: Keller & Mitchell talk Russo not knowing who Shelton Benjamin was, MVP's upside, Bischof...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-18-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch senior columnist Bruce Mitchell take live calls for 60 minutes focused primarily on the signs coming out of TNA Genesis last night, but also a variety of other topics with 15 callers. The previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow includes a discussion about tonight's Raw, Randy Orton's temperament issues, the heavyweight depth chart in TNA, possible Styles opponents, title changes, Jeremy Borash's role in TNA, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

10 Jan 2025

1 HR 38 MINS

1:38:49

10 Jan 2025


#988

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: In-person WrestleKingdom report, reviews of Smackdown, Raw, NXT, AEW, Rocky John...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Todd Martin from "The Fix with Todd Martin" weekly VIP podcast. First, Todd gives his impressions of attending Wrestle Kingdom in person last weekend in Japan and reviews the matches, the finishes, and the big Kenta angle. Then they discuss Smackdown, Raw, NXT, and AEW followed by an in-depth overview and analysis of the new autobiography by the father of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Rocky "Soulman" Johnson.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

09 Jan 2025

2 HR 22 MINS

2:22:56

09 Jan 2025


#987

NEW FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Raw on Netflix including Hogan debacle, Rock dousing storylines, ...

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 Raw's debut on Netflix from a ton of angles driven primarily by listener emails who provided a mix of diverse takeaways and impressions. Did WWE pace the show in a way that will bring new viewers back? Did they focus way way too much on the Netflix partnership? Did the matches themselves deliver? What key pro wrestling element was largely missing? And much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

08 Jan 2025

2 HR 31 MINS

2:31:35

08 Jan 2025


#986

15 YRS AGO: Keller & Caldwell talk about CM Punk's push, Russo-Keller interactions, Impact, WrestleM...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-14-2009). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell take live calls throughout the one hour Livecast including talk about Vince Russo, WrestleMania's possibilities, Impact, C.M. Punk's push, and more. Also, in an 18 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss Vince Russo's editing Keller's comments/questions off of his Facebook fan page within minutes of them being posted.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

07 Jan 2025

1 HR 31 MINS

1:31:28

07 Jan 2025


#985

10 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell discuss dreadful execution of Raw, Rumble hype, New Japan Wrest...

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell who discuss the dreadful execution of WWERaw, Royal Rumble hype, New Japan Wrestle Kingdom 9 on PPV, TNA’s Wednesday relaunch, and more with a mix of live calls and email questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

06 Jan 2025

2 HR 07 MINS

2:07:58

06 Jan 2025


#984

15 YRS AGO: Keller & McNeill talk about future main event prospects pros and cons, WWE-TNA 2009 comp...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-13-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill talk about emerging stars in TNA and WWE, compare the efforts of TNA compared to WWE this past year, look at some future potential main eventers and their pros and cons as future stars, plus a variety of caller topics. Desmond Wolfe (Nigel McGuinness) and The Young Bucks are mentioned. The VIP Aftershow answers chat room questions from listeners, plus some NFL playoff conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

05 Jan 2025

1 HR 36 MINS

1:36:01

05 Jan 2025


#983

15 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Powell talk Mike Tyson's role on Raw, their live experience at Raw, Ce...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-12-2009). Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net for the first-ever of what would become the "weekly flagship" episode of Wade Keller's PWTorch Livecasts. They talked about the previous night's Raw - which both attended in person - and reacted to Mike Tyson's role, the future of guest G.M.s, John Cena's popularity, TNA Impact on Monday, and much more. In the 24 minute previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss whether Vince Russo was embarrassing and exposing himself with public Q&As recently, more on the future of the Raw G.M.'s, whether the Impact Zone can be a setting for an expanding TNA, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

04 Jan 2025

1 HR 38 MINS

1:38:04

04 Jan 2025


#982

15 YRS AGO: Keller & Caldwell talk Raw, Bret, TNA, Hall of Fame, more + Bonus 2007 Interview with No...

Today we jump back to another early episode of the PWTorch Livecast from 15 Years Ago (1-11-2010). Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's James Caldwell for 60 minutes of live radio with phone calls on a variety of subjects including thoughts on Raw, Bret Hart, Impact, Vince Russo, TNA Impact, the hall of Fame, and more. We had a record number of callers packed into the 60 minute show, plus chat room interaction.Then in a bonus segment from just over 18 years ago, Nora Greenwald (a/k/a Molly Holly) joined Wade to react to Lita announcing her retirement, thoughts on her impact on pro wrestling, and other related topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

03 Jan 2025

1 HR 31 MINS

1:31:10

03 Jan 2025


#981

5 YRS AGO FLAGSHIP: Keller & Mitchell talk Lana-Lashley wedding, NXT vs. AEW ratings, Arn Anderson's...

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-2-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Bruce Mitchell to discuss these topics: ---The Lana-Bobby Lashley wedding from a variety of perspectives including whether it intended to be harmless ephemeral fun or promote a match and build the personalities involved for future storylines and matches ---A history of wrestling presenting silly skits and why the motivations to do so have changed. How it compares to other skits in the past including the "This Is Your Life" segment with Mick Foley and The Rock ---Lana’s reaction to criticism of the wedding online. ---More segments from Raw including Randy Orton’s swerve. ---The Chris Jericho-Tanahashi match at WrestleKingdom ---A review of AEW Dynamite from the previous night ---Expanded analysis of Arn Anderson’s upside and also what his history is as a great and influential talker in pro wrestling. ---The Elite become more of a focus that week ---Chris Jericho’s offer to Jon Moxley ---MJF’s latest promo ---Taz on commentary ---A Mailbag question looking at whether the AEW-NXT ratings battle was being overblown Become a supporter of this podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support] (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss) . ... Read more

02 Jan 2025

2 HR 51 MINS

2:51:58

02 Jan 2025