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In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-19-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell to discuss the latest happenings on Raw and Smackdown including Goldberg, Roman Reigns-Rusev, HIAC, Ellsworth-Styles, WrestleMania, Chris Jericho-Kevin Owens, Baron Corbin, and more. In the (previously VIP-exclusive) Aftershow, Wade and Jason talk about the messy ownership and financial standing of TNA and try to figure out what they’re all fighting so hard to try to own or control. Also, more email topics, Mickie James vs. Asuka, the state of NXT, Ryback’s booking idea for Goldberg, and analysis of other Raw and Smackdown segments that didn’t get covered in the Livecast including the state of the Cruiserweight Division. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week’s Interview Classic podcasts, we jump back to 15 years ago this week (10-7-2011) for PWTorch editor Wade Keller's interview with "Superstar" Bill Dundee, who spent the majority of his years in pro wrestling in the Memphis territory. He talks about the new Memphis Heat documentary, a new book he has written on his career in pro wrestling, thoughts on the evolution of the industry, and some terrific stories including the legit fight with Randy Savage and thoughts on what made him so crazy, proposing to his wife that she lose her hair in a wrestling angle, comparing Jerry Lawler and Jerry Jarrett as bookers, stories from his WCW days, thoughts on the handshake tradition in locker rooms, and much much more. Live calls, emails, and 30 minutes of a VIP-Exclusive Aftershow with questions supplied by Bruce Mitchell. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 12, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill and special guest co-host Disco Inferno. They discussed with live calls Disco's WCW days including WCW and NWO stories, plus Gabe Sapolsky joins the show mid-way through to promote the WWNLive.com shoot interview with Gail Kim tonight. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell joined McNeill for the Live Events Center, McNeill Mailbag, and thoughts on Monday's Rawful show. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 11, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell tackle the previous night's odd WWE Raw episode and field upset callers and emails reacting to the show. Many other subjects include Bound for Glory, Brock Lesnar, the IC Title, Jim Ross's treatment, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they break down the Raw quarter hour ratings, preview Bound for Glory, analyze ROH TV so far, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (10-12-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Rich Fann. They opened with a conversation about whether Tony Khan was setting himself and AEW fans up for disappointment by building up Friday’s battle between Rampage and Smackdown, and also what’s going on with Rampage viewership continuing to drop despite C.M. Punk wrestling last Friday. They assessed the progress and predict the futures of WWE’s King of the Ring and Queen’s Crown Tournament matches, discuss Jon Moxley vs. Nick Gage and how Renee is dealing with Jon’s violent matches, MLW’s efforts to fit into the crowded U.S. pro wrestling landscape including reaction to the Fightland special, and more. They also answer Mailbag questions on an alternate scenario with Aleister Black in WWE, the women’s tag match on Raw last night, and Rich’s Justice League of Japanese wrestlers. Some non-wrestling topics include thoughts on "Squid Game" and how to cut a peanut butter & jelly sandwich creatively. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

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. They discuss the following topics: Analysis of The 946-Bloodline story including the addition of Cameron HayesWhat's next for LA Knight?A preview of AEW WrestleDream including whether the Clockwork Carnage match is the key selling pointPenta's Money in the Bank win with Rich's prediction for whether he'll win a world title in WWE in the next yearA review of WWE Bound for GloryA 71 year old referee dies from a move by El Hijo de Fishman in the ringAnd more including some Vikings-Chiefs-49ers NFL talk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 4, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell presented analysis of Hell in a Cell fallout on Raw, the big walkout angle with Triple H, and much more including live calls and interactive emails. Also in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they debated whether was Bobby Roode a good top star for TNA going forward, was Hurricane Helms's charity event in bad taste, and more from Raw. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-12-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller hosted with PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed the hot topics of the week with a particular focus on the legacy of Goldberg in the Monday Night War era, the prospects of his match against Brock Lesnar, analysis of Paul Heyman’s challenge on Monday’s Raw, and where Lesnar and Goldberg go from here. Also, the expansion of Hell in a Cell matches, A.J. Styles’s promo the previous night, Shane McMahon’s emasculation of wrestlers, and more including callers questions and email questions. Then we present a bonus show from two days later as Travis Bryant and Bruce Mitchell discussed with callers the TNA situation, WWE Survivor Series, NXT Takeover, Charlotte vs. Sasha Banks in Hell In A Cell, Goldberg-Lesnar, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week’s Interview Classic from ten years ago (10-13-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with Scott Hudson, former WCW announcer with stints with WWE and TNA also. He reminisces about the Monday Night War era, calling Nitros, the backstage atmosphere as the WCW era came to a close, his thoughts on the rise of Goldberg and predictions on the difference he’ll make in his return, the art of wrestling announcing changing over the decades, and more, including live caller questions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 29 and Oct. 3, 2011. On the Sept. 29, 2011 episode, PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers the Uso arrest and how it could impact their push, Shawn Michaels returning to a Smackdown taping and what it says about WWE's view of Smackdown right now, Hulk Hogan's GMA interview no-selling TNA and Hogan appearing to have checked out, a long discussion of WWE TV Network pros and cons of being on cable vs. trying new media, Hell in a Cell PPV predictions starting in the Livecast and finishing in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, and a final discussion of tonight's Impact Wrestling to conclude the show. Then on the Oct. 3, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers what to expect on Raw following the Hell in a Cell PPV, issues with Sin Cara's character after the HIAC PPV match disaster, the rise of Mark Henry and whether it's tied to Smackdown's ratings success, Jim Ross's PPV return and having to battle awful color commentary, and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 27, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they present analysis of Hell in a Cell hype on Raw, Ring of Honor's semi-national TV debut pros and cons, John Cena, Miz-Truth, and more, plus the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with subjects including Chris Jericho, Mick Foley, Undertaker, and Vince McMahon. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast "Flagship" episode (10-5-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They covered these topics: Review of the reshuffled WWE roster after the draft beginning with Raw’s men’s division, tag team division, and women’s division, then Smackdown’s mens, tag team, and women’s division. They isolate key wrestlers and look at potential opponents including Becky Lynch, Big E, Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre, and Bobby Lashley.Did AEW Rampage’s ratings indicate it’s more of a burden already for Tony Khan than a success, and different ways to read the ratings so far with the additions of C.M. Punk, Bryan Danielson, and Adam Cole.Thoughts on Impact not benefiting greatly from AEW wrestlers crossing over and some AEW Dynamite analysis in general.BONUS MAILBAG: Could a billionaire start a third major promotion with the talent out there?Is AEW booking young rising stars to have enough wins? Will WWE pay a price for not being the promotion young wrestlers aspire to work for?Did AEW’s wrestler EVPs earn their executive titles and do the EVPs even get along with each other anymore?Does Jason stand by his comments ten years ago about Cody Rhodes’s potential?Is Cody avoiding trying to be a top wrestler in AEW for fear of failure given deep roster of top stars in AEW? Did USA Network overpay for WWE and does “Dark Side of the Ring” hurt their image to get a new TV deal?Were announcers too harsh on Dana Brooke before she took a beating on Raw from Shayna Baszler?Also reaction to the first episode of “Rhodes to the Top” including early impressions of Cody and Brandi and the behind the scenes look at AEW. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

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 these topics: Evaluating the Roman Reigns-L.A. Knight face-to-face and speculation what WWE is aiming for in terms of fan response, assuming they even aim for anything anymore in these situations. Did LA Knight look like he belonged? Was Reigns remotely likable? Which of the wide array of speculation on outcomes seems viable and most intriguing or effective?Some Minnesota VIkings (4-0) talk!A look back at the AEW tribute show to Pac, plus Jon Moxley's growth as a character in these circumstances.How is Will Ospreay's early title reign going, especially in the context of being the top wrestler reacting publicly to the death of a beloved colleague?Initial reaction to Clockwork Orange matchWhat's going on with Paul Heymman's obsession/infatuation with Oba Femi, is Bron Breakker getting downgraded, is it even possible Oba will choose to align with Heyman?Full preview of the Money in the Bank line-up and evaluating of some aspects of the buildFull preview of TNA Bound for Glory with breaking news on a shift in the start time Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 22, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. They discussed a wide range of topics with a whole new group of listeners chiming in with questions via email. Topics on the show include what's next for Undertaker, Hulk Hogan's fake retirement, would comic book writers be a good fit in WWE Creative, should WWE bring back nostalgic stars such as Hurricane or MVP, and more. Also in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Greg and Wade discuss Raw, the Bound for Glory line-up, and Mick Foley. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week’s Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-5-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by cohost John Arezzi, longtime pro wrestling radio host and ringside photographer going back to the 1970s WWWF MSG glory years. They talked in-depth right at the start of the show the reported Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar match set for Survivor Series. They also delved into the changes in how pro wrestling delivers its product to fans over the decades. They took live calls on a range of current events stemming from Raw and Smackdown this week, also. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.