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The Emerald FlowShow is a podcast about the Japanese wrestling promotions Pro Wrestling NOAH and All Japan Pro Wrestling hosted by Paul Völsch and Gerard Di Trolio, two long-time fans of puroresu and contributors at Voices of Wrestling. They combine their experience and knowledge to bring you in-depth analysis to two of the most well-known wrestling promotions in Japan, and occasionally smaller ones too. This podcast is a member of the Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network.Learn more about the Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network at voicesofwrestling.com.

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Emerald FlowShow #99: All Aboard the Talos Train

2026/01/30

Gerard is joined by Dylan Fox of the Eastern Lariat to talk about EVIL leaving New Japan, the FSM 50, NOAH's booking, All Japan's surprisingly strong January and which company is putting their best foot forward in 2026 so far. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #98: Kento's Shiny Boots

2026/01/11

Gerard flies solo to cover DDT, GLEAT, Big Japan, and of course NOAH and All Japan. With the end of the year and the start of a new one there is a lot of news, great matches and some not so great booking directions. All Japan put on a Match of the Year Contender while NOAH leaned in way too much into Team 2000X. So who came out looking the best at the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026? Give a listen and find out! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #97: Legend by Default

2025/12/16

Paul and Gerard end the year by discussing Kaito Kiyomiya's awesome tenth anniversary show with one of the greatest Iron Man matches ever and the back half of the Real World Tag League that saw a recently formed (and very tall) tag team emerge victorious. Plus they preview All Japan and NOAH's end of the year/new year shows. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #96: The Shoot Fool

2025/11/28

On this episode Paul and Gerard discuss Yuma Aoyagi's The Fool gimmick being a shoot and the consequences of his suspension. Then it's on to Big Japan where So Daimonji continues a great run as Strong Champion. NOAH had a big show in Sendai with Yoshiki Inamura vs. Kaito Kiyomiya for the GHC title and All Japan began its annual Real World Tag League. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #95: Smack My Daddy Up

2025/11/13

An absolutely jam-packed episode where Paul and Gerard cover GLEAT's debacle in Yokohama, ZERO1's triumphant return to Korakuen Hall, DDT's big show at Sumo Hall, another NOAH sellout in Korakuen with a new champion, and the last show of All Japan's Hokkaido Tour with a great Triple Crown match. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #94: Go & So

2025/10/30

After a longer than expected absence, Paul and Gerard are back to talk about GLEAT, So Daimonji winning the Big Japan Strong Title, recent NOAH shows and a huge jump by Go Shiozaki to All Japan. Plus a preview of the Real World Tag League. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #93: 2 Yuma 2 Furious

2025/09/25

Gerard welcomes two guests to the show - Dylan Fox of the Eastern Lariat and Dr. Jonathan Foye, author of the books Ganbaru and The Muto Years about All Japan and who also has an upcoming book about Pro Wrestling NOAH. They discuss All Japan's Giant Dream show and NOAH's N-1 finals and break down the long awaited title change in All Japan and the new directions that each promotion is headed in. Plus lots of digressions into pro wrestling history. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #92: Taishin

2025/09/19

Paul and Gerard remember Taishin Nagao and take stock of this tragic loss. There is also Big Japan, NOAH N-1 and the finals of All Japan's Royal Road Tournament. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #91: Believe in Naoya

2025/09/05

Paul and Gerard cover FOUR promotions this week with 2 matches from Big Japan and DDT Peter Pan coverage. Then it's on to NOAH with a debacle of a GHC title match and the N-1 lineup announcements. They wrap up with All Japan to talk about a Royal Road Tournament that has not been good but Naoya Nomura's return gives them hope. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #90: Are We Back?

2025/08/15

Paul and Gerard cover a chaging landscape with All Japan and NOAH each moving in new directions. They examine if there exciting things on the horizon with the changes to Team 2000X and a new emphasis on Jr. Heavyweights in All Japan. Plus Masato Tanaka vs. Hayabusa. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #89: The Year of HAYATA?

2025/07/24

Paul and Gerard are back to discuss two huge titles changes in Pro Wrestling NOAH and then it's on to All Japan where they discuss the Jr. Battle of Glory tournament so far and talk about a possible turning point in the company's recent lackluster booking. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #88: A GLEAT Crisis

2025/07/16

Paul and Gerard cast a wide net and talk about Big Japan, DDT, and even NXT. There is plenty of talk about GLEAT's fourth anniversary show and the mess that the company now finds itself in. Plus some traditional All Japan and NOAH coverage as those companies build to some big shows. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #87: Pop & Light

2025/06/27

Paul and Gerard cover the Big Japan Ikkitousen Strong Climb tournament finals, lots of NOAH Monday Magic, and dive into several title matches in All Japan. Plus more discussion of where All Japan is headed and a Jr. Battle of Glory preview. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #86: Malaise

2025/06/08

Paul and Gerard take a look at NOAH Monday Magic and the controversial three-way match for the GHC Heavyweight Title. Then it's on to All Japan for the big Saito vs. Saito Triple Crown match. Plus an analysis of what's ailing in All Japan and NOAH, the King of DDT finals, and discussion of Voices of Wrestling's 30 Under 30 list. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

Emerald FlowShow #85: Eisbein mit Kartoffeln

2025/05/23

Paul and Gerard return to talk about a big NOAH show in Korakuen Hall and discuss if OZAWA's title reign is running out of steam. Then it's on to the last shows of the Champion Carnival and an analysis of where All Japan should go next. Plus Gerard talks about his experiences at Arena Mexico. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-emerald-flowshow/donations

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StretchXArmstrong 2022/03/24

Big fan of the podcast!

I’m a huge fan of the recaps on this podcast, my only complaint is the introduction music. There’s no reason to play so many different themes for the ...

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LWFJobber4 2022/01/29

Very knowledgeable

These guys know their stuff. Great show if you’re a long time fan or just checking AJPW or NOAH out for the first time

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