Pwtorch Dailycast

In this new PWTorch Dailycast series titled "Worse or Better," Josh White and Stephanie Chase 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. The first topic on this theme is the prestige of WrestleMania main events and whether it's in better shape today as a brand compared to 10, 20, and 30 years ago. What makes a match WrestleMania worthy, and has the prestige of main eventing WrestleMania been watered down with multiple nights? They begin with whether there really is more than one "main event" spot on WrestleMania weekend. Then they discuss the prestige associated with the show, wondering if main eventing night two is actually more prestigious than a one-night WrestleMania, whether or not the title always needs to go on last, and whether we'll see another women's match headline the show. The show wraps up by determining what factors make a match worthy of WrestleMania, reminiscing about a few matches that absolutely weren

Today we jump back ten years to the April 3, 2016 episode featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks hosting the WrestleMania post-game show for the seventh straight year taking talking WM32 with calls, live correspondence, big question marks, rants, and more immediately after the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner review the April 1, 2026 edition of AEW Dynamite from Winnipeg. Another show built around Kenny Omega that was kicked off by the return of Chris Jericho. What will he do and how will the crowd react outside of Winnipeg? Will Ospreay featured in a full-length match against Pac selling his neck in the build to Dynasty. MJF makes Mike Bailey shine in an excellent Dynamite main event.Joel gives his in-person perspective on Collision in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, including witnessing the Kyle Fletcher injury and the fantastic match between Kazuchika Okada and Kevin Knight.All this and more, including the always appreciated email and trivia from Zach.Send your thoughts and questions to allelitecc@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back five years to the Mar. 28, 2026 episode of Wrestling Night in America with a final evaluation of the WrestleMania 37 line-up and build. PWTorch columnist Greg Parks was joined by PWTorch.com contributor Kelly Wells to preview both nights of WrestleMania 37 headlined by Roman Reigns vs. Edge vs. Daniel Bryan, Rhea Ripley vs. Asuka, and Randy Orton vs. The Fiend. They also take calls and emails on predicting the results of the top matches, Sting’s AEW return, county fair wrestling, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #381 of the PWTorch including WCW Uncensored, a terrible and confusing main event, the card for the next In Your House takes shape, WCW crowns its first Cruiserweight champion before the tournament even begins, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, it may be April 1, but Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland aren't fooling around with their review of United Wrestling Network's Sunday Night Slam, a new monthly big event presented by UWN and Championship Wrestling from Hollywood, main evented by Jordan Cruz against Chris Masters for the UWN World Title, plus Danny Limelight & Slice Boogie defend the tag titles against Live Danger, TJP goes full lycan as he faces Jake Redondo, and such topics as why do we need pre-shows anymore and what constitutes a hoss fight. We also discuss Krule being attacked by a fan at a show over the weekend. For VIP Listeners, we make a long awaited return to Black Label Pro, where Champ Kevin Ku defends his title against Taka Michinoku and Davey Boy Smith Jr. faces Isaiah Broner.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Nate Lindberg and Sean Plichta discuss Lola Vice vs. Kendall Grey, OTM & Mike Santana vs. DarkState, Los Americanos vs. Birthright, Jaida Parker vs. Kelani Jordan, Keanu Carver vs. Jasper Troy, the Men's NXT Championship Contract Signing, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 10 years (4-2-2016) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch contributor Jim Valley hosting Episode #10 of the “Saturday Morning Wrestling” Livecast with radio host Steve Migs on-location at WrestleMania in Dallas during the first-half and then former WWF/AWA wrestler B. Brian Blair in the second-half of the show. Plus, live phone calls and nostalgia talk!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back ten years to the March 28, 2016 episode featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill breaking down the final Raw before WrestleMania on the Raw post-game show, plus an appearance by PWTorch contributor Joel Dehnel, live calls, tons of emails, predictions, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back five years to the Mar. 25 and Apr. 1, 2021 episodes of the All Elite Aftershow.3/25/2021: Mike and Andrew begin this week’s show joking about the Cody/Brandi Rhodes reality show. From there, they hit on a number of topics stemming out of Dynamite, including Kenny Omega, MJF and the Pinnacle, QT Marshall, and a lot more.4/1/2026: Mike and Andrew begin this week’s show talking about the main event match, as well as the Cody-QT Marshall angle. Then they take a bunch of listener questions on AEW.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner review the March 25, 2026 edition of AEW Dynamite. Joel gives his in-person perspective on Swerve vs. Omega 2 and the promo with MJF that followed. Plus thoughts on the Twin Cities' anti-ICE chants and Brody King appearing off-air.Joel and Gregg catch up after missing last week on the big takeaways from Revolution including Ospreay's return, Ronda Rousey appearing, and Hangman no longer able to challenge for the AEW World Championship. Also, they comment on news that Toni Storm will be out for the rest of 2026 and where that leaves the Women's Division missing their biggest star.All this and more. Including the always appreciated email and trivia from Zach.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #380 of the PWTorch including tons of roster moves including WWF drawing a solid crowd at MSG, Diesel turning on Michaels before he leaves for WCW, multiple Uncensored changes, more from Marc Mero, emails, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland make a return to Long Island and House of Glory for Superclash 2026, with a main event of HOG Champ Charles Mason battling Donovan Dijak in a good match with a bad finish, Amazing Red has a high flying affair with Sammy Guevara, Mina Shirakawa faces Shotzi Blackheart and more. We talk about how this show is one of the best blends of using outside talent while also progressing storylines with promotion regulars and delve into Chris's most hated current wrestling rule. We also talk about a potential new owner of Triller TV and a new promotion started by Orange Crush and Jonathan Gresham. For VIP listeners, it's a pair of very news worthy WWEID title matches with Laynie Luck against Allie Catch and Cappuccino Jones against Starboy Charlie.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Nate Lindberg and Sean Plichta discuss Ricky Saints vs. Tony D'Angelo, a Gauntlet Eliminator for the Number One Contender to the North American Championship, Johnny Gargano's return to NXT, Fatal Influence vs. Kendall Grey & Wren Sinclair, Sol Ruca and Zaria's in-ring face-to-face, The Culling vs. Los Americanos, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In today's special episode of the PWTorch Dailycast, it's two free samples back to back of what are typically VIP exclusive shows. First, "Greg Parks Outloud!" looks at the AEW landscape without Hangman in title picture.Then, Alan 4L's Potpourri of What's Caught His Eye in March. It’s an eclectic array of wrestlers on tap, from youngsters like Aran Sano (22) and Callum Newman (23) to veterans Tigers Mask (49) and El Satanico (76), and there’s lots to break down. Plenty of match recs from CMLL’s Homenaje A Dos Leyendas, Osaka Pro, the New Japan Cup, and if you need AEW recs, some of them too! Plus two dips into the vault with matches from 2001 and 2012 that you need to put on your watch-list. Check it out!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back five years to the Mar. 21, 2021 episode of Wrestling Night in America, where PWTorch columnist Greg Parks breaks down, with callers and emailers, the WWE Fastlane PPV. Topics include the odds of Daniel Bryan being involved in the WM Universal Title match, the build to Sasha Banks vs. Bianca Belair, which matches main event which nights of Mania, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back ten years to the March 21, 2015 episode featuring PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks breaking down a baffling Raw that started strong before progressively falling off. Plus, live calls and emails breaking down the latest Raw leading into WrestleMania 32 including builds to A.J. Styles-Kevin Owens, Stephanie McMahon, New Day, Braun Strowman, Dean Ambrose-Brock Lesnar build, Vince McMahon announcement, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years (3-31-2011) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and special guest cohost John Piermarini, former member of the WWE Raw writing team during 2009 and 2010, discussed the final hype for WrestleMania 27 among other topics with live callers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #379 of the PWTorch including tons of roster moves including Diesel to WCW and Badd to WWF, Steiners back in WCW, Flair stopped with 20-year old, Torch Talk with Marc Mero, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland are off to upstate New York for Awesome Championship Wrestling's Aftershock, featuring the TNA Champion Mike Santana vs. the MLW Champion Killer Kross vs. ACW Champ Richard Holiday in a pretty epic three-way, The Hardys face the NOW, Sent 2 Slaughter and The Righteous in a four-way, EC3 vs. Flip Gordon, and much more. For VIP, we check out GCW's So Alive from Columbus, where Violence is Forever face The Outbreak and Josh Bishop battles Ben Holloway.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.