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VIP NEWSLETTER – PRO WRESTLING TORCH #1593 (December 6, 2018) – Cover Story Sinking Raw Ratings, Keller editorial on sparking Raw, Parks column on last week’s awful Raw, Newswire, Mitchell column

December 6, 2018

PWTorch Newsletter #1593 Cover-dated December 6, 2018 LINK: 1593 PWTorch Newsletter PDF –LIST OF ALL LATEST NEWSLETTERS –CLICK FOR ALL 2017 NEWSLETTERS –CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTORY OF ALL PAST NEWSLETTERS BY YEAR SUMMARY: This week’s PWTorch Newsletter includes Wade Keller’s […]

VIP AUDIO 12/5 – East Coast Cast VIP Aftershow (NSFW): Bryant & Fann talk Daniel Bryan and compare his current run to his ROH heel days, Letterkenny and E and C season 2, Travis’ adventures in Red Dead Redemption 2 Online, more (82 min)

December 6, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Travis and Rich discuss Daniel Bryan, eco terrorist/heel, comparing his current run to his ROH heel days. The greatness of Letterkenny and E and C season 2, Travis’ adventures in Red Dead […]

VIP AUDIO 12/5 – East Coast Cast #427 (NSFW): Bryant & Hawkins speculate on which brand(s) Triple H will oversee if Vince hands over control of WWE, discuss the death of Dynamite Kid, terrible Raw ratings, more (168 min)

December 6, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: On this episode, Cam and Trav speculate on which brand(s) Triple H will directly oversee if and when Vince hands over control of WWE. The death of Dynamite Kid, great wrestler, horrible human being. […]

VIP AUDIO 12/5 – WKH – Ask the Editor: Should WWE give Jericho a call with sinking ratings? Could Slater as ref have a fun payoff? Is Xavier hurting his rep with “entitled infants” comment? What was the story of Nailz? Is Lucha House Party a racist gimmick? (23 min)

December 5, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller answers Mailbag questions on the topics: Is Lucha House Party rules gimmick racist? Why is WWE moving Takeover at WrestleMania weekend to […]

VIP AUDIO 12/5 – The Fix w/Todd Martin (pt. 2 of 2): Mailbag – Is Bryan regretting resigning with WWE? Is Jay White headed toward main event at WrestleKingdom? Omega or Bret? Booker on Rousey-Charlotte-Becky? More! Plus UFC/Bellator talk (68 min)

December 5, 2018

NOTE: Some of the language on The Fix may be NSFW. SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode of The Fix with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller, they start with Todd’s review of […]

VIP AUDIO 12/5 – The Fix w/Todd Martin (pt. 1 of 2): The career and lasting industry influence of Dynamite Kid, The New Daniel Bryan, Becky-Charlotte-Asuka, Rousey, Ambrose, Drew-Dolph, New Japan Tag League, Lars-Lee, more (76 min)

December 5, 2018

NOTE: Some of the language on The Fix may be NSFW. SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode of The Fix with PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin and host PWTorch editor Wade Keller, they start with an in-depth look […]

VIP AUDIO 12/4 – WKH – Smackdown Review: Full show rundown and analysis including Becky-Charlotte-Asuka contract signing, Miz TV with Bryan, Orton vs. Hardy, New Day distressed over spilled pancakes, more (29 min)

December 5, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents a start to finish rundown of WWE Smackdown including the Becky-Charlotte-Asuka contract signing, Miz TV with The New Daniel Bryan, Randy […]

VIP AUDIO 12/4 – Bruce Mitchell Audio Show w/Keller: Analysis of record-low rating for another Baron Corbin-heavy show, Drew-Ziggler angle and match, Rousey, Seth-Dean angle, Rhyno-Slater, Lucha House Party-Revival, more (55 min)

December 4, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show, hosted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller, Bruce and Wade review WWE Raw start to finish including Ronda Rousey, Drew McIntyre-Dolph Ziggler, Lucha House Party-The Revival, Dean […]

VIP AUDIO 12/3 – WKH – Raw Review: Another Sasha & Bayley Q&A Forum, Rousey wrestles, Ziggler turns again, Drew Appreciation, Dean speaks in mid-ring, Rhyno and Slater fight for survival, Lucha House Party (33 min)

December 4, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller reviews WWE Raw start to finish including another Sasha & Bayley Q&A Forum with Alexa Bliss, Ronda Rousey wrestles, Dolph Ziggler turns […]

VIP AUDIO 12/2 – WKH – Ask the Editor: Is Reigns absence potentially harmful to Rousey? Should Cena be endorsing a vodka brand? Is WWE breeding babyface backlashes? How about Drew vs. Angle at WM? And more (20 min)

December 2, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller answers Mailbag questions on the topics: Is Reigns absence potentially harmful to Rousey? Should Cena be endorsing a vodka brand? Is WWE […]

VIP AUDIO 12/2 – Bruce Mitchell Mailbag w/Keller: Vince airing competitor’s matches in early 1980s, top babyfaces turning heel in history, Strowman as special attraction rather than full timer, Vampiro-Bayley comparison, more (46 min)

December 2, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Bruce Mitchell Mailbag Podcast, hosted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller, Bruce covers these topics: Vince McMahon airing competitor’s matches in early 1980s on WWF TV, history of top babyfaces turning heel in history, […]

VIP AUDIO 12/2– Bruce Mitchell Audio Show w/Keller: Xavier Woods says you’re an entitled infant if you don’t stop complaining, analysis of ROH signings, Charlotte-Becky, prospects for the XFL with NFL ratings rebounding (58 min)

December 2, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Bruce Mitchell Audio Show, hosted by PWTorch editor Wade Keller, Bruce talks Xavier Woods saying you’re an entitled infant if you don’t stop complaining, evaluating ROH’s recent signings, Smackdown analysis including […]

VIP AUDIO 12/1 – WKH – The News: TLC matches added, Raw tag match with Rousey advertised, Booker T says why Charlotte should face Rousey instead of Becky at WM, ROH makes moves many have called for, XFL cities announced (21 min)

December 1, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller takes a look at the latest news including TLC PPV matches added, Raw tag match with Ronda Rousey advertised, Booker T says why […]

VIP AUDIO 12/1 – The Pull Apart – The Pro Wrestling Podcast Podcast: Jeff, Caitlin, and Joe discuss Dominic being 21, Katie Linendoll’s early mornings, Schiavone regretting leaving WWF but ruling Patreon (121 min)

December 1, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: On this episode of The Pull Apart: Pro Wrestling Podcast Podcast, Jeff Rush, Caitlin Lavelle, and Joe Aguinaldo discuss Dominic being 21, Katie Linendoll’s early mornings, Schiavone regretting leaving WWF but ruling Patreon, and […]

VIP AUDIO 11/30 – WKH – Ask the Editor: An idea for Daniel Bryan at WrestleMania and reasons to do or not do it, is now the time to merge major titles in WWE and how could it enhance house show relevance, real injury exploitation (18 min)

December 1, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller answers Mailbag questions on the topics: An idea for Daniel Bryan at WrestleMania and reasons to do or not do it, is […]

VIP 1998 BACK ISSUE – Pro Wrestling Torch #523 (December 5, 1998): Cover Story on Hogan’s appearance on Leno’s Tonight Show, Keller’s annual WWF Roster Rankings, Vince McMahon says nobody cares about steroids, more

December 1, 2018

We are now posting PWTorch Digital Newsletter PDFs for the year 1997 for the first time ever. These issues from 1997 have never been made available in their original format since their original printing press […]

VIP AUDIO 11/30 – NJPW Lioncast w/Ursin DeRoche: Ursin and co-host CJ Goodspeed continue coverage of World Tag League Nights 5-8 with match by match analysis! (178 min)

November 30, 2018

NOTE: Some of the language on this show may be NSFW. SHOW SUMMARY: Ursin discusses his Twitter heat with Mandy Rose over carbohydrates and Cody Rhodes over The Elite before the guys dive into continued match […]

VIP AUDIO 11/29 – Alan4L’s ProWres Paradise: The lowdown on the best available wrestlers to build a UK and US indy promotion around (63 min)

November 30, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In our latest episode of Alan4L’s ProWres Paradise, PWTorch columnist Alan4L sticks with the theme of the week in the wrestling world and looks at the changing landscape of the independent wrestling talent pool. […]

VIP AUDIO 11/30 – On the Canvas w/Zack Heydorn: In-depth analysis on the artistic failures of this week’s Monday Night Raw (50 min)

November 30, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: Between booking decisions and billion dollar television deals, the art form that is pro wrestling can get lost in the shuffle. This show finds it and brings it to the forefront for optimal […]

VIP AUDIO 11/29 – WKH – The News: Raw and Smackdown ratings perspective, Ventura’s stance on Trump, Tito addresses victory celebration, MLW live special with Schiavone, XFL news, Cena-Nikki, AAW, more (20 min)

November 30, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: In this edition of the Wade Keller Hotline, PWTorch editor Wade Keller takes a look at the latest news including Raw and Smackdown ratings perspective, Jesse Ventura’s stance on President Trump, Tito Ortiz addresses […]

VIP AUDIO 11/29 – Elite Repeat Podcast: Roundtable discussion of Being the Elite episodes 45-49 and the history of Marty Scurll (66 min)

November 29, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: “Poisoned.” Every few weeks the co-hosts of Talking Honor, Harley R. Pageot and Emily Fear, are joined by pro wrestler Tempest as they re-watch and annotate The Young Bucks’ popular YouTube series Being the […]

VIP AUDIO 11/29 – Radican Worldwide (w/Fann): In-depth discussion on new NXT UK contracts, the effect on indie talent, how it will impact the U.S. indie scene, a look at the ROH Final Battle card and high stakes matches for talent expected to leave the company, more (57 min)

November 29, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: PWTorch columnist Sean Radican is joined by PWTorch audio contributor Rich Fann for another blockbuster edition of Radican Worldwide. The show begins with an in-depth look at the new WWE NXT UK contracts and […]

VIP NEWSLETTER – PRO WRESTLING TORCH #1592 (November 28, 2018) – Cover Story on All Elite Wrestling, Keller on Rising WWE Women’s Division, Parks on WWE Merchandise, Starrcade, NXT TV Taping, Newswire

November 29, 2018

PWTorch Newsletter #1592 Cover-dated November 28, 2018 LINK: 1592 PWTorch Newsletter PDF –LIST OF ALL LATEST NEWSLETTERS –CLICK FOR ALL 2017 NEWSLETTERS –CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTORY OF ALL PAST NEWSLETTERS BY YEAR SUMMARY: This week’s PWTorch Newsletter includes Sean Radican’s Cover […]

VIP AUDIO 11/28 – East Coast Cast VIP Aftershow (NSFW): Bryant & Fann talk RiRi Williams and new Ironheart series, Weapon Hex not being as awesome a read as a concept, Ronda Rousey vs. Nia Jax on the mic, Red Dead Redemption 2 (102 min)

November 29, 2018

SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Trav and Rich discuss RiRi Williams and her new Ironheart series written by Eve L. Ewing, Weapon Hex not being as awesome a read as it is a concept, Ronda Rousey vs. […]