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PWTorch Dailycast – PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast: Moynahan & McDonald discuss PWTorch Newsletter #406 (9-14-96) including JR promises return of Razor and Diesel, Sting joins NWO?, Shane Douglas Torch Talk, more (Ad-Free – 112 min.)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:00:49 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #406 of the PWTorch including Jim Ross turning heel and promising to bring back Razor Ramon and Diesel, Sting seems to have joined the NWO after attacking Luger, Shane Douglas speaks to Wade about his time in WWF, Raw starting live commentary over taped shows, and so much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.

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The Nicky’s Club with Nick Barbati: Mailbag questions on WWE title history, a look ahead to Money in the Bank, more (40 min.)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:18:39 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: The title conversation continues! Following last week’s deep dive into the WWE championship, Nick Barbati opens the mailbag and tackles your questions about WWE title history, including more of the championship changes he believes could have strengthened the roster and changed the course of WWE.

Then it’s time to look ahead to Money in the Bank, as Nick breaks down the current men’s field and weighs what each competitor could bring to the briefcase. Who has the most to gain? Who could make the most of the opportunity? And ultimately, who does Nick think should win the ladder match?

Join the conversation inside The Nicky’s Club—where wrestling feels like the coolest club in town.

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Wade Keller Post-Show – WWE Smackdown: Keller & Hubbard react to CM Punk qualifying for MITB, Cody’s intriguing promo, Chelsea suddenly nervous again, Corbin vs. Trick in a cage (Ad-Free – 112 min.)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 06:08:06 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Derrick Hubbard to review WWE Smackdown with live chat and caller interactions throughout reacting to CM Punk qualifying for the Money in the Bank match and whether he has a chance to win the actual match. Also, thoughts on the intriguing elements of Cody Rhodes’s promo and Randy Orton’s sit-down with Michael Cole. Plus, is Chelsea Green too nervous suddenly? What makes Finn Balor such a good wrestler? What really stood out in the Baron Corbin vs. Trick Williams cage match? And much more.

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WKH – WWE Smackdown review: Punk vs. Gunther vs. Balor, Lash vs. Giulia vs. Charlotte, Cody responds to Orton, Sami strikes deal with Gargano, Trick vs. Corbin (20 min.)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:31:02 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller reviews the Sept. 25 edition of WWE Smackdown including CM Punk vs. Gunther vs. Finn Balor, Lash Legend vs. Giulia vs. Charlotte, Cody Rhodes responds to Randy Orton, Sami Zayn strikes a deal with Johnny Gargano, Trick Williams vs. Baron Corbin in a cage match for the US Title, and more.

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WKPWP 15 Yrs Ago Livecasts: Keller & Powell talk Triple H-Punk segment with a focus on strengths and some fatal flaws, Raw ratings, Raw review, live callers (Ad-Free – 111 min.)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 03:00:22 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 13, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell, they dissect the Triple H-C.M. Punk segment on Raw including its strengths and some fatal flaws. They take live calls for an hour, then go into the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow with more thoughts on Raw, TNA, and the Raw ratings.

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VIP Vault – 18 Yrs Ago: Keller Hotlines details Kevin Nash reminiscing about being Diesel, Foley’s WWE departure, Mickie James nude photos, reviews of Raw, Smackdown, TNA (83 min.)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:02:39 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: This installment of the PWTorch VIP Vault jumps back 18 years to the daily Wade Keller Hotlines from Aug. 28, Aug. 29, Sept. 1, and Sept. 2, 2008. The following are the updates and the theme of each:

•SEPT. 4: Mickey James nude pictures and if she’s dating anyone now, plus comments on today’s Kevin Nash interview with Newsday reminiscing about his early WWF days as Diesel, the latest details on the Gail Kim situation, thoughts on Mick Foley’s statement about his WWE departure and what WWE has said about his departure, and more.

•SEPT. 5: In-depth analysis of the entire Sept. 4 edition of TNA Impact with a focus on the developments in the Sting storyline, A.J. Styles’s retort, and the teasing of Jeff Jarrett’s return.

•SEPT. 6: In-depth analysis of the entire Sept. 5 edition of WWE Smackdown featuring the final hype for Unforgiven including Triple H vs. The Great Khali, Brian Kendrick vs. Jeff Hardy, and MVP vs. Shelton Benjamin, plus Vickie abandons her wheelchair and gives up fear.

•SEPT. 8: In-depth analysis of the entire Sept. 8 edition of WWE Raw featuring the fallout from Unforgiven including Chris Jericho being forced to wrestle already in a TV main event while still selling the beating he took at the hands of Shawn Michaels, plus more on the Kane-Rey storyline and Randy Orton makes another appearance.

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PWTorch Dailycast – All Elite Conversation Club with Dehnel & Kanner: AEW All Out full preview and predictions + Tony Khan media Q&A (Ad-Free – 161 min.)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:55:02 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner preview Saturday’s AEW All Out PPV taking place in Hoffman Estates, Ill. What’s at stake for the show? Did/will the AAA/WWE show down the road have any effect? All of this and more, including the always appreciated email and trivia from Zach.

And then the full Tony Khan media Q&A from Thursday including TK’s comments on the Paramount-WBD deal, Steven Borden’s push, The New Level, Andy “The Butcher” Williams, and more.

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For more, check out Gregg’s Dynamite Hits & Misses column on PWTorch.com.

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WKPWP WWE Smackdown Post-Show – 5 Yrs Ago: Keller & Meyers talk Reigns vs. Montez Ford, Belair-Lynch segment a setback, Liv Morgan’s entrance, Happy Corbin (Ad-Free – 109 min.)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:00:18 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (9-24-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Mike Meyers from PWTorch.com to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown with live callers and emails discussing the final Extreme Rules hype including Roman Reigns vs. Montez Ford with The Demon showing up, a Bianca Belair-Becky Lynch segment which was a setback for Belair, Liv Morgan’s stale cliche ring entrance routine, Happy Corbin, and more with live callers and emails.

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VIP Vault – 18 Yrs Ago: Keller Hotlines details lawsuit to change wrestler classification as independent contractors, Michaels injury, Raw review, TNA Impact review (103 min.)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:52:10 +0000

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•AUG. 28: A look at the lawsuit filed by Raven, Kanyon, and Mike Sanders contending wrestlers should be classified as employees instead of independent contractors and a reaction to comments from WWE attorney Jerry McDevitt reacting to the lawsuit, with a look at what the IRS says about this matter.

•AUG. 29: Analysis of the previous night’s TNA Impact program with a particular focus up front on the big Sting promo.

•SEPT. 1: Analysis of the ill-timed potentially serious arm injury to Shawn Michaels and questions of whether Michaels would consider retiring, plus a possible way out of this situation for WWE regarding his match at Unforgiven. Also, an analysis of Smackdown and some in-house notes to kick off the new week, new month, and new season here at PWTorch.

•SEPT. 2: Detailed analysis of WWE Raw segment by segment

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WKPWP 15 Yrs Ago Livecasts: Keller & McNeill discuss Kurt Angle controversy, Heyman, WWE Network concept, NWO online teases, TNA production values, more (Ad-Free – 92 min.)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:00:24 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 7, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch’s Pat McNeill discuss the news of the day and take live calls for an hour. Topics included Kurt Angle’s TNA status, Paul Heyman, WWE Network, PPV pricing, NWO teases online, Kevin Nash, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk Republican Debate, NFL favorites, and answer McNeill Mailbag questions.

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The Fix Mailbag w/Todd & Wade (pt. 2 of 2): Jordynne Grace, heels being cheered in history, JCW-Russo, Maven Sydney Sweeney controversy, Paramount deal, more (69 min.)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 02:51:00 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s The Fix Mailbag with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller, they answer emails from VIP members on the following topics:

When in history did bad guys in pro wrestling start to get cheered? Did Wade witness it in the AWA in the early 1980s?
When people cheer heels, why?
Why did Maven get a hard time for coming from “Tough Enough” when Brock Lesnar and Braun Strowman didn’t even if they didn’t come through traditional paths?
What are Todd’s most successful turns in pro wrestling he recalls?
Would pro wrestling commentary improve with a top level heel commentator?
What is the future of JCW without Vince Russo? And what is the future of Russo?
Could WWE get away with only doing clean finishes? How would storylines be advanced and feuds not end right away?
What are the differences in opinions between Wade and Todd as far as the Attitude Era goes?
Thoughts on Georges St. Pierre’s AI fight video against dinosaurs? (LINK)
Would Vince McMahon try to cash in on the “Just Sports” ad campaign drama featuring Sydney Sweeney?
More on Gable Steveson’s loss
What are potential positives and negatives for AEW regarding the Paramount-WBD deal?
Is Jordynne Grace being underutilized?
Do high-quality matches draw ratings? Is AEW’s “match quality first” presentation self-limiting? Why doesn’t critical praise for high quality PPVs lead to more increases in AEW business?

Email: thefixmailbag@gmail.com

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The Fix w/Todd & Wade (pt. 1 of 2): Gable Steveson’s humiliating UFC loss, Paramount-WBD merge approval, All Out preview, TV reviews (78 min.)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 02:21:18 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this current events episode of The Fix with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller, they cover these topics:

Gable Steveson humiliated last weekend in UFC fight; what did he do wrong, will he quit MMA, why did he leave before the post-fight announcements
Full review of the entire UFC event
Reaction to Paramount+ merger with WBD being approved and thoughts on Tony Khan’s public stance on the matter
Reviews of AEW Collision and Dynamite, plus a full preview of All Out this Saturday night
A preview of New Japan Destruction
A review of Tuesday’s NXT TV show
Reviews of WWE Smackdown and WWE Raw

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PWTorch Dailycast – Wrestling Coast to Coast: Maitland & McClelland review ETU’s All I Want 4 including Mathers vs. Breeze, Janela vs. Styles, Rourke vs. Starks, more (Ad-Free – 74 min.)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:02:45 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland review Expect the Unexpected’s All I Want 4, an excellent wrestling show with a ton of great matches. Joey Janela carries Avery Styles to an awesome match, Marcus Mathers faces Tyler Breeze, Charity King becomes a breakout star, long-time heel group The Expected falls apart, and much more. For VIP listeners, we talk about a very anticipated match between Miracle Generation and Joseph Sawyer and Sam Shaw that becomes a huge letdown and appears to spell the end of Miracle Generation from Pro Wrestling Junkies.

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WKH – AEW Dynamite: Final build for All Out including in-ring face-off between Ospreay and Mox, New Day quiz Swerve on controversial background, more (28 min.)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:08:36 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller reviews the September 23 episode of AEW Dynamite start to finish including the final build for All Out including in-ring face-off between Will Ospreay and Jon Moxley, New Day quiz Swerve Strickland on controversial background, and much more. This includes a detailed review of the first two hours and then a brief summary of the third hour (Collision) with Joshua White’s analysis.

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WKPWP after Dynamite: Keller & JB discuss Ospreay not flinching when Mox confronted him, Tag Team Segment Going Off Track, more All Out hype (Ad-Free – 129 min.)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:15:24 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch’s Jerud Buhagiar (JB) to review AEW Dynamite with analysis of the Will Ospreay-Jon Moxley confrontation and how Ospreay didn’t flinch when Moxley tried to intimidate him. Also, why the Adam Copeland & Christian Cage segment with The Young Bucks and FTR went off the rails after starting strong, plus other All Out hype, plus sidebars on Triple H, NXT, Naz Reed, the Chicago Bears QB situation, and more.

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WKPWP Flagship from 5 Yrs Ago: Keller & Heydorn on whether Raw could end up on Netflix, Dark Side of the Ring on Plane Ride from Hell, NXT 2.0 impressions (Ad-Free – 144 min.)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 03:00:12 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast “Flagship” episode (9-23-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by co-host Zack Heydorn, then the PWTorch assistant editor. They answer a lot of Mailbag questions on Dynamite last night, the dynamic with Bianca Belair and Becky Lynch so far, optimism about a best-case scenario for NXT 2.0, reaction to the AEW Dynamite ratings just as they came in during the recording session, the controversies coming out of Vice’s “Dark Side of the Ring” documentary on the 2002 “Plane Ride from Hell” including Ric Flair and Tommy Dreamer, whether AEW can overtake WWE and at what pace if so, will Raw end up on streaming network instead of USA, and much more.

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Radican Worldwide: Top news stories with Rich Fann + Frank Peteani previews NJPW Destruction in Kobe, more (73 min.)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 01:48:31 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch columnist Sean Radican is back with another blockbuster edition of Radican Worldwide. The show begins with Radican breaking down the top news stories of the week with PWTorch columnist Rich Fann including the following topics:

Sami Zayn and the current WWE Undisputed Title picture on Smackdown
Cody Rhodes says he had an idea for Ava to get his soul during build to WM 41.
WWE Women’s Champion Chelsea Green talks negative reaction on social media to her recent match against Nia Jax on Smackdown

Radican is then joined by PWTorch contributor Frank Peteani to preview the entire NJPW Destruction in Kobe PPV including NJPW IWGP Hvt. Champion Yota Tsuji vs. Hirroki Goto, IWGP Global Hvt. Champion Gabe Kidd vs. Drilla Maloney, and Shingo Takagi vs. Caesaro. Download this show now!

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PWTorch Dailycast – PWT Talks NXT: Wells & Lindberg discuss standout promos from multiple talents who needed them, first two Dusty Classic matches, Reina Volcan returning to TV, more (Ad-Free – 153 min.)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:15:48 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: Kelly Wells and Nate Lindberg discuss standout promos from multiple talents who needed them, the first two Dusty Classic matches, Reina Volcan returning to TV, and more.

Then, in a flashback episode of NXT Eight Years Back from September 21, 2024, Kelly Wells and Tom Stoup discuss NXT from September 21, 2016, including Cedric Alexander vs. Andrade Almas, Dan Matha debut hype, thoughts on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, and more.

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WKPWP Tuesday Flagship: Keller & Parks on Money in the Bank, AEW All Out preview, LA Knight, Penta, Sami Zayn, Greyson Waller, TNA, Oba Femi, Heyman-Breakker, more (Ad-Free – 111 min.)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:51:32 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host PWTorch columnist and PWTorch podcast host Greg Parks. They discuss these topics:

Is the Money in the Bank shaping up to be a showcase of rising stars?
Thoughts on the Bron Breakker vs. Je’Von Evans match, plus what’s going on with the Bron Breaker-Paul Heyman dynamic?
Should Oba Femi follow the Hulk Hogan formula?
Penta’s latest push, his promo on Raw, and his future
LA Knight’s rise to a PLE title shot against Roman Reigns and thoughts on his promo on Raw
A walk through the AEW All Out card with a focus on Will Ospreay vs. Jon Moxley first
Did it make any sense CM Punk showed up on Smackdown when it was said he wasn’t at the show?
Sami Zayn’s unlikely second title reign and where it could be headed
Is NXT successfully replenishing the men’s division after so many call-ups, with thoughts on how Greyson Waller in particular is doing in his elevated role
Thoughts on the TNA roster, and whether there’s enough depth that they could survive or even thrive without the veterans with years of national TV experience such as The Hardys

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Everything with Rich & Wade: Janel Grant interview, 946 kidnapping storyline, LA Knight and Penta popularity, AEW All Out preview, more (85 min.)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:17:38 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s episode of “Everything with Rich Fann hosted by Wade Keller,” Wade and Rich discuss these topics:

Janel Grant’s interview with Post Wrestling
The problem with the 946 kidnapping nonsense and why it’s part of an incremental movement away from the sensible playing field for telling pro wrestling stories
LA Knight and Penta
A preview of AEW All Out
Some Minnesota Vikings-Chicago Bears talk including Caleb Williams’ “selling” of his injury

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WKPWP WWE Raw Post-Show – 5 Yrs Ago: (9-20-2021) Keller & Barnett talk Reigns vs. Big E vs. Lashley, Fairplay on-site report, Charlotte-Bliss, Styles vs. Orton (Ad-Free – 88 min.)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:37 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (9-20-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net’s Jake Barnett to review WWE Monday Night Raw with live calls and emails. But first, they start with an on-site report from Jonny Fairplay. Then callers and emails discussing key happenings on the show including having Roman Reigns wrestle twice, the A.J.Styles vs. Randy Orton match, the Women’s Tag Team Title change, the Charlotte-Alexa Bliss exchange, and much more.

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PWTorch Dailycast – Destination Impact: Zac & JB discuss current build to Nic Nemeth-Leon Slater Bound for Glory World Championship match, scarcity of teams in both tag divisions, more (Ad-Free – 111 min.)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:16:28 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: On Destination Impact this week, Jerud Buhagiar returns to the co-host chair with Zac Clarke to analyze TNA Impact and the creative landscape heading towards Bound for Glory. Zac and JB discuss the current build to the Nic Nemeth-Leon Slater Bound for Glory World Championship match, the scarcity of teams in both tag divisions, the Kazarian/Avery Styles-Moose feud, the push of Zoey Serrano and her chances of becoming Knockouts World Champion at Bound for Glory, as well as predicting the payoff of the ongoing mystery attacker angle. Also, in the VIP-exclusive aftershow, JB and Zac discuss Steven Borden’s progress, the future of the Death Riders and Mox as its leader, and weigh the potential of Ilja Dragunov as one of AEW’s newest signings.

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WKH – WWE Raw review: Penta reacts to last week’s loss, Breakker vs. Je’Von doesn’t go as expected, Solo abducted by Keys, MITB qualifiers, more (21 min.)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:20:02 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller reviews the Sept. 21 edition of WWE Raw featuring Penta reacting to last week’s loss to Roman Reigns, LA Knight cheered as he previews match with Roman Reigns, Bron Breakker vs. Je’Von Evans doesn’t go as expected, Solo Sikoa abducted by Royce Keys & Co., MITB qualifiers, and more.

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WKPWP after Raw: Keller & Machado talk Penta’s sustained push, Je’Von looking so strong against Breakker, is Jacob Fatu losing his edge, Heyman-Breakker, Becky, more (Ad-Free – 100 min.)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:44:06 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch’s Javier Machado to discuss Raw with live chat and live caller interaction throughout beginning with thoughts on the Penta main event win and the angle with Solo Sikoa that knocked him out of the match. Is Penta on the verge of being overfished or is this a case of “it’s about time” and “he’s only getting started!” Also, thoughts on Royce Keys, Solo Sikoa, and Jacob Fatu in all this. Then a discussion Je’Von Evans’s strong showing against Bron Breakker and if it undercuts Breakker. Then, Becky Lynch-Stephanie Vaquer-Liv Morgan, JD McDonagh, Ethan Page, and more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.

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Greg Parks Outloud! WWE’s Performance Center after 13 years – Success or failure? Part two of a two-part series looks at some of the positives of the Performance Center on WWE’s business and television production (21 min.)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:55:32 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of “Greg Parks Outloud!,” PWTorch columnist Greg Parks presents a podcast version of his weekly PWTorch Newsletter column. This week’s show is part two of a two-part look at the WWE’s Performance Center, now 13 years old. What are some of the positives to come out of the PC during that time? How has it changed the fans’ viewing experience – and WWE’s business – for the better?

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WKPWP 15 Yrs Ago Livecasts: Keller & Powell discuss Triple H and CM Punk segment, should Kurt Angle’s DUI get treated differently than Jeff Hardy’s, Nash text twist, more (Ad-Free – 122 min.)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:26:43 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 6, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell. They broke down the previous night’s Raw. Jason gave it a big thumbs down. Find out why. They analyzed the Kevin Nash text twist, the Triple H-C.M. Punk stips, and more. They take live calls for an hour mostly centered around Raw happenings and WWE network. In the VIP Aftershow, they discuss Kurt Angle’s DUI and whether he should be treated differently than Matt Hardy, plus more on Raw. The final segment was dedicated to NFL talk including Powell’s expert perspective on Fantasy Football.

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Alan4L’s ProWres Paradise: CMLL Aniversario, Shakira, Atletico Madrid, Fujita Produce, and KOB vs. GBH (58 min.)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:41:42 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In our latest episode of Alan4L’s ProWres Paradise, PWTorch columnist Alan4L reports back from Madrid with Sarah4L in tow to talk about seeing Shakira live (the musician; not the Scott Steiner valet), Atletico vs. Osasuna, and other highlights of the 4Ls’ jaunt to Spain. After Sarah gets the boot, Alan goes solo to discuss CMLL’s huge 93rd anniversary show featuring the big Mistico-Averno apuestas match and much more. In addition, we have some more positive NJPW talk (everyone should be nervous of how regularly this is the case right now) looking at Kosei Fujita’s Produce show with the band “ROTTENGRAFFTY” in Osaka Gorilla Hall and the shockingly great KOB vs. GBH tag team match this past weekend. Check it out (Awwwwwoooooooo!).

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PWTorch Dailycast – Worse or Better (The Finishing Touch): Josh White & Chris Lansdell discuss finishing moves over the last four decades of wrestling (Ad-Free – 105 min.)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:52:38 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this PWTorch Dailycast series titled “Worse or Better,” Josh White and a guest discuss one aspect of today’s pro wrestling scene and compare it to a previous era or eras and decide if today is… worse or better. In this episode, Josh and Chris Lansdell consider what aspects make for a good finishing maneuver before launching into some of their favorites from the eighties. The discussion drifted through finishers in the nineties into the 2000s and eventually to modern day. After highlighting some of the best of modern day, Chris and Josh determined whether finishers in general are in a worse or better place than in the past.

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WKPWP AEW Dynamite Post-Show – 5 Yrs Ago: Did Cody & Brandi understand why fans were booing them? Punk addresses “Happy Punk” criticism, Omega vs. Danielson (Ad-Free – 143 min.)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:00:38 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (9-22-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Tyler Sage to discuss AEW Dynamite with live callers, emails, and on-site correspondents from Queens, N.Y. They discuss Kenny Omega vs. Bryan Danielson, Cody Rhodes being booed against Malakai Black, the return of Brandi Rhodes, are Cody and Brandi self-aware of why fans are booing them, Britt Baker vs. Ruby Soho, MJF vs. Brian Pilllman Jr., C.M. Punk addresses Happy Punk criticism, and much more.

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PWTorch Dailycast – Best of PWTorch Livecast: 5 Yrs Ago – Mike & Andrew discuss Cody Rhodes believing he’s still a babyface, Omega vs. Danielson, will the show outdraw Raw, more (Ad-Free – 71 min.)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:00:29 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: Today we jump back five years to the Sept. 23, 2021 episode of the All Elite Aftershow with PWTorch’s Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek. In this episode, Mike and Andrew begin that week’s show talking about Cody Rhodes, who believes he’s still a babyface when fans clearly didn’t think so. Then they shifted to discussing the beautiful match between Kenny Omega and Bryan Danielson. Was this AEW’s biggest night? Maybe. The guys discuss if this show will outdraw Raw, and share thoughts on every other match on the card.

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WKPWP NXT on USA Post-Show – 5 Yrs Ago: (9-21-2021) More new names after brand refresh, the next step toward Ciampa-Breakker, USA Network’s reaction to changes, more (Ad-Free – 125 min.)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:00:35 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (9-21-2021), PWTorch’s Kelly Wells, Tom Stoup, and Nate Lindberg cover the continued introduction of a large number of new wrestlers on the newly refreshed NXT brand, the next step toward Tommaso Ciampa vs. Bron Breakker, continuing thoughts on USA Network’s reaction to the changes, and more.

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WKPWP Interview Classic: (9-22-2016) Keller interviews Mick Karch about state of wrestling announcing, Bobby Heenan’s greatness, babyface/heel dynamic history (Ad-Free – 87 min.)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 03:00:08 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s Interview Classic from ten years ago (9-22-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talks live with Mick Karch, one of the tenured pro wrestling announcers currently active. They discuss a wide-ranging list of fascinating topics from the contributions and legacy of the late Nick Bockwinkel and how he is underappreciated by today’s fanbase, to Bobby Heenan’s continued active appearance schedule and what made him so great, to a discussion the state of wrestling announcing and how it could improve and why it’s faltered over the last 10-20 years, have crowds in past generations dating back to the 1970s ever rejected babyfaces and cheered heels at the rate they do today and is it a solvable problem, to the changes in the attitudes and approaches of indy wrestlers today compared to 30 years ago, and much more. The scope of this discussion is vast, and Karch brings insights and anecdotes few others today can provide based on his decades of experience active in pro wrestling, which includes a continued busy schedule in Minnesota and the East Coast, along with his current viewing of the WWE product weekly.

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The Nicky’s Club with Nick Barbati: Comparing Penta’s loss to some of the most memorable “should’ve been” title changes in wrestling history, more (44 min.)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:12:18 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: Penta came up short in his latest championship opportunity, and Nick Barbati asks a bigger question: What happens when the title change that should have happened… doesn’t? Nick takes Penta’s loss and compares it to some of the most memorable “should’ve been” title changes in wrestling history.

Then Nicky goes deep down the rabbit hole, revisiting some of WWE’s darkest eras and looking at how greater title mobility could have strengthened the overall roster, created new stars, and changed the trajectory of the company. And the conversation doesn’t stop with WWE—Nick also looks back at a WCW championship reign that never happened, but absolutely should have.

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PWTorch Dailycast – All Elite Conversation Club with Dehnel & Kanner: The continued build for All Out, and how well will it do on PPV (Ad-Free – 72 min.)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:54:24 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner discuss the continued build for the sold out AEW All Out PPV. Despite competition in the same market from WWE and it mostly being a two-match show, there is major momentum for the show, but how well will it do on PPV coming off the record-breaking All In? Plus, the always appreciated email and trivia from Zach.

Send your thoughts and questions to allelitecc@gmail.com.

For more, check out Gregg’s Dynamite Hits & Misses column on PWTorch.com.

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WKH – WWE Smackdown review: Sami vs. KO for WWE Title, Cody defends his choices to Cole, MITB qualifiers, more (19 min.)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 06:12:24 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller reviews the Sept. 18 edition of WWE Smackdown including Sami Zayn defending his WWE Title against Kevin Owens ending with CM Punk costing KO the match. Also, two Money in the Bank qualifiers, a tag title match, Damien Priest explains and justifies his turn on R-Truth, a sit-down Cody Rhodes interview where he defended his choices, and more.

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Wade Keller Post-Show – WWE Smackdown: Keller & Corbridge discuss Sami’s making it past Day 7, CM Punk interferes, Cody makes his case, MITB qualifiers (Ad-Free – 141 min.)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 05:34:30 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch’s Eric Corbridge to review WWE Smackdown with live chat and caller interactions throughout reacting to Sami Zayn making it past day seven with this WWE Title reign, although it came with blatant interference from CM Pun that seemed to go against what Punk usually stands for. Is WWE overdoing it with interference and distraction finishes or is it justified not only a case-by-case basis, but a lack of pragmatic alternatives without even bigger negatives? Also, dissecting Cody Rhodes’s sit-down promo with Michael Cole where he made his case that he’s been successful doing things his way, but were there hints he’s second-guessing the approach he’s justifying? Also, Money in the Bank qualifiers, Tiffany Stratton reacts to Danhausen, Damien Priest’s heel promo, and more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.

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WKPWP 15 Yrs Ago Livecasts: Keller & ex-WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini discuss WWE’s Raw Supershow, Triple H-Punk-Nash, more with live callers (Ad-Free – 103 min.)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 03:00:23 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: Today we jump back 15 years to the Sept. 1, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with host PWTorch editor Wade Keller and guest cohost John Piermarini, an ex-WWE Creative Team member. They discussed with live callers a wide range of topics including the WWE Raw Supershow from earlier that week, Triple H-CM Punk-Kevin Nash, and more with live callers. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.

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PWTorch Dailycast – PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast: Moynahan & McDonald discuss PWTorch Newsletter #405 (9-7-96) including Warrior sues WWF, Bulldog nearly joins WCW, Giant joins NWO, Bret Hart and Sean Waltman updates, more (Ad-Free – 103 min.)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:14:59 +0000

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SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #405 of the PWTorch including an absolutely loaded news issue with Warrior suing WWF, Bulldog nearly pulling off a shocking jump to WCW, Giant turning on WCW, Bret Hart plans, Sean Waltman news, and so much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.

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WKPWP WWE Smackdown Post-Show – 5 Yrs Ago: Was McMahon shaken by Dynamite’s demo wins, Reigns and Big E share ring as champs, on-site reports, Reigns-Heyman dynamic (Ad-Free – 134 min.)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:55 +0000

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)...

SHOW SUMMARY: In this week’s episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (9-17-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Alex McDonald from PWTorch.com to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown with live callers and emails plus two on-site correspondents who attended in Knoxville, Tenn. They discuss whether Vince McMahon is showing he’s shaken by AEW beating Raw in demographic ratings two weeks in a row, Big E appearing in the ring with Reigns as a possible Survivor Series preview, the Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman dynamic, how Becky Lynch’s attempt to get booed is coming along and what could be next for her after the Bianca Belair feud, Rey Mysterio as the too-intense little league dad, Seth Rollins, Boogs, Extreme Rules hype, the lay of the land for Reigns with three future opponents discussed, and more.

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