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Worse or Better - Chase & White discuss celebrities in wrestling through the years - The Good, the Bad, and the McAfee Apr 21, 2026

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In this 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 previous eras and decide if today is... worse or better. This week's topic tackles the tricky inclusion of celebrities in wrestling. Steph and Josh start off looking back at celebrity involvement in the original WrestleMania and discuss some of the positives celebrities can bring to the show. They then shifted to the Attitude Era where there were some key celebrity appearances and some really bad examples that led to discussion of the negative effects celebrities can have on the product. They came back to current day to discuss the rampant celebrity participation in this year's WrestleMania, while recalling some of the worst and most embarrassing instances over time, including the era of the celebrity Raw guest host. Conversation shifted to celebrities who've performed well or been used effectively before touching on AEW's brief history with outside stars before they made a final judgment on whether things are currently worse or better regarding celebrities in wrestling.
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Wrestling Night in America - WWE WrestleMania Night 2 post-show: Wells & Radican discuss Reigns vs. Punk, Lesnar loses and retires Apr 20, 2026

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In our post-PPV "Wrestling Night in America" format, PWTorch's Kelly Wells, Sean Radican, Paul Weigle, and Sean Plichta discuss in-depth night two of WWE WrestleMania including C.M. Punk vs. Roman Reigns in one of the longest WrestleMania main events ever. They also discussed Brock Lesnar's loss and retirement and everything else on the show with live chat and caller interaction throughout.
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Wrestling Night in America - WWE WrestleMania Night 1 post-show: Parks & LeClair break down results including Paige's return, title changes Apr 19, 2026

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In our post-PPV "Wrestling Night in America" format, PWTorch columnist Greg Parks is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Brandon LeClair to discuss in-depth night one of WWE WrestleMania, including interaction with those contributing in the chat. They break down all seven matches on the card, including Paige's return in the Fatal Four-Way Women's Tag Title Match, Liv Morgan's title win, the use of celebrities, the short matches, and a main even with too many twists and turns.
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PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast - Moynahan & McDonald discuss PWTorch Newsletter #383 (4-13-96) incl. WrestleMania 12 fallout, Warrior’s demands Apr 18, 2026

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In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #383 of the PWTorch including all of the backstage news from WrestleMania 12, Warrior demanding a short match with HHH, Bret and Shawn having heat, trivia returns, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.
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All Elite Conversation Club - Dehnel & Kanner discuss Darby Allin's AEW World Title win, Jericho's unclear character, fallout from Dynasty Apr 17, 2026

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In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner review the April 15, 2026 edition of AEW Dynamite from Everett, Wash. Darby Allin wins the AEW World Championship in a story weaved throughout the show. Unclear Jericho character and where it's heading. Ospreay gets back on the winning track, and it appears we will finally get Okada vs. Takeshita II at Double or Nothing in NYC. All this and more, including the always appreciated email and trivia from Zach.
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Wrestling Coast to Coast - Maitland & McClelland review the Big Indy Wrestling News Week including TNA pulling wrestlers from shows, more Apr 16, 2026

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In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland discuss one of the biggest weeks of news in Independent Wrestling in recent times. TNA pulled its wrestlers from appearing in scheduled matches with AEW talent and an uproar ensued. While much of the criticism was merited, Justin and Chris delve deeper into the topic - how it could affect indy wrestling heading forward and why everyone loves to pile on TNA. Then we go in depth with a preview of some of the biggest indy wrestling shows from the biggest weekend of the year for indy wrestling, and also talk about the murky incident with Krule and a fan that led to a facility banning all wrestling. For VIP listeners, it's a return to an old favorite, when we head to Wrestling Open for Bear Bronson vs. Eye Black Jack and Stetson Ranch vs. Waves & Curls & Ichiban.
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PWT Talks NXT - Wells & Lindberg talk NXT Revenge incl. Tony D’Angelo and Lola Vice’s first defenses, the beautiful weirdness of Shiloh Hill Apr 15, 2026

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Kelly Wells and Nate Lindberg discuss NXT Revenge including Tony D’Angelo and Lola Vice’s first defenses, the beautiful weirdness of Shiloh Hill, Kali Armstrong’s debut, and more.
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Worse or Better - Chase & White discuss elderly wrestlers on the top of the card 10, 20, 30 years ago Apr 14, 2026

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In this PWTorch Dailycast series titled "Worse or Better," Joshua 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. This week's topic focuses on the proliferation of older talent (henceforth, "old dudes") at the top of the card, especially heading into this year's WrestleMania. Josh and Steph run down a few stats before running through various top stars throughout the decades that were perceived as being too old for the main event scene. They compare the current product and the old dudes at the top, highlighting WrestleMania this year as well as the last four decades of WrestleMania. Steph and Josh discuss some of the reasons aging stars remain in the limelight, the pros and cons, and how they could be best utilized. Conversation shifts to the Monday Night Wars and the aging stars of WCW up against a youth movement in WWE in the Attitude Era and a quick look at AEW's short history, including how they've used older wrestlers to establish their brand and how they may be overusing some currently. It wraps up with a final discussion on whether or not the situation of old dudes on top of the industry is currently worse or better.
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Wrestling Night in America - AEW Dynasty post-show: Parks & JB from Detroit talk Jericho's return, Allin's future title match, Mox-Ospreay Apr 13, 2026

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In our post-PPV "Wrestling Night in America" format, PWTorch columnist Greg Parks is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Jerud Buhagiar ("J.B. from Detroit) to discuss in-depth the AEW Dynasty PPV, including interaction with those contributing in the chat. They break down all nine matches on the card, including Chris Jericho's return vs. Ricochet, Darby Allin setting up for a future AEW World Title challenge, the Casino Gauntlet, Will Ospreay's first big match since his return from injury, and MJF vs. Kenny Omega in the main event.
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Best of PWTorch Livecast - 5 Yrs Ago - WrestleMania 37 Night 1 post-show with Parks and callers react to Bad Bunny’s performance, more Apr 12, 2026

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Today we jump back five years to the Apr. 10, 2021 episode of Wrestling Night in America Wrestling Night in America hosted PWTorch columnist Greg Parks. He breaks down night one of WrestleMania 37 with callers and emailers. Topics include where Bad Bunny ranks for celebrity wrestlers, Ronda Rousey potentially being next for Bianca Belair and Brock Lesnar next for Lashley, and whether or not tonight’s results may affect the finish of tomorrow night’s main event. Plus, a live perspective of night one and more.
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