Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents

Episodes

1. 201

   "If Quentin Tarantino And Cruella DeVille Had A Love Affair At The Moulin Rouge …"

   IF YOU’VE BEEN following wrestling on the Emerald Isle in 2022, there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed the performances of one Debbie Keitel. The five-year Irish ring veteran has reigned as the champion of Dublin’s Over the Top Wrestling (OTT) since March, when she defeated the dominant Emersyn…

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   Sep 27, 2022

   22m
2. 133

   Ep. 133 – The Decade in Review

   A lot has transpired in the world of professional wrestling over the last decade. Today on the PWI podcast, Senior Writers Al Castle & Harry Burkett take a critical look back at the past 10 years. Follow PWI on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to...

   Dec 27, 2019

   1h 04m
3. 132

   Ep. 132 – Vincent Marseglia on Falling Out with Matt Taven

   For years, Vinny (or "Vincent") Marseglia and Matt Taven were thick as thieves. Then, the Rhode Island native decided he'd had enough. Today on the PWI podcast, Marseglia speaks to Al Castle about his falling out with his former tag partner, as well as his own love of horror movies. Follow PWI on...

   Dec 11, 2019

   1h 17m
4. 198

   Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 131)

   Dave Lagana discusses the revived NWA with PWI Senior Writer Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

   Dec 6, 2019

   1h 06m
5. 197

   Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 130)

   Former WWE mag editor, current PWI contributor, and author Brian Solomon speaks with Al Castle on the state of wrestling, followed by Al's interview with ODB. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

   Nov 27, 2019

   1h 08m
6. 196

   Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 129)

   "Stone Cold" Steve Austin talks to Al Castle about his journey from PWI Rookie of the Year to being this year's recipient of the Stanley Weston Award. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

   Nov 15, 2019

   1h 18m
7. 195

   Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 128)

   Chris Jericho discusses all things AEW, plus the PWI "Women's 100" and a farewell to Dan Murphy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

   Nov 1, 2019

   1h 21m
8. 194

   Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 127)

   Former Art Director Ken Morgan, one of PWI's founding fathers, reminisces with Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

   Oct 25, 2019

   2h 00m
9. 193

   Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 126)

   Lance Archer talks about his NJPW career after Al Castle & Dan Murphy's beatdown of HIAC's main event. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

   Oct 8, 2019

   1h 14m
10. 192

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 125)

    Davey Boy Smith Jr. talks to Senior Writer Al Castle about MLW, New Japan, and carrying his dad's name. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Sep 25, 2019

    1h 18m
11. 191

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 124)

    PWI "world title status" is discussed in roundtable format by Senior Writers Al Castle, Dan Murphy, & Harry Burkett, followed by Al's interview with Women of Honor champ Kelly Klein. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...

    Sep 13, 2019

    1h 13m
12. 190

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 123)

    The 29th annual PWI 500 reveal, plus an interview with No. 1 Seth Rollins This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Aug 29, 2019

    1h 25m
13. 189

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 122)

    "The Podfather" Conrad Thompson fields the questions for once. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Aug 19, 2019

    1h 01m
14. 188

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 121)

    Kofi Kingston discusses his WWE championship with PWI Senior Writer Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Aug 5, 2019

    1h 15m
15. 187

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 120)

    Bill Apter, Craig Peters, & Stu Saks reminisce about 40 years of PWI on a special anniversary edition. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jul 17, 2019

    2h 17m
16. 186

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 119)

    Will Ospreay discusses a range of topics, including the G1 Climax tournament and Seth Rollins, with PWI's Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jul 1, 2019

    1h 23m
17. 185

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 118)

    Michael Elgin shares his thoughts on Impact Wrestling and the changing face of the pro wrestling landscape. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jun 21, 2019

    1h 02m
18. 184

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 117)

    A Double or Nothing debate between Senior Writers Al Castle & Dan Murphy, followed by Al's exclusive interview with the amazing PCO. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    May 31, 2019

    1h 27m
19. 183

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 116)

    Former PWI writer Dave Rosenbaum explains how his original reporting on the Bruiser Brody murder differs from the recent Viceland documentary. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

    May 15, 2019

    1h 10m
20. 182

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 115)

    Al Castle chats it up with fellow Senior Writer Harry Burkett & Busted Open Host Dave LaGreca at '80s Wrestling Con. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    May 1, 2019

    1h 09m
21. 181

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 114)

    WrestleMania 35 review, by PWI Senior Writers Al Castle & Dan Murphy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Apr 8, 2019

    1h 05m
22. 180

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 113)

    WrestleMania preview with Al Castle & Kevin McElvaney, followed by Al's interview with ROH broadcaster Ian Riccaboni. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Apr 5, 2019

    1h 24m
23. 179

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 112)

    Eddie Edwards speaks about Impact Wrestling and life on the road ... with his wife. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Mar 22, 2019

    1h 00m
24. 178

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 111)

    The hottest star in the sport, Becky Lynch, speaks exclusively with Senior Writer Dan Murphy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Mar 5, 2019

    1h 12m
25. 177

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 110)

    Former PWI Writer Bob Smith reminisces with Senior Writer Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Feb 26, 2019

    1h 11m
26. 176

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 109)

    Gabe Sapolsky explains the relationship between EVOLVE and WWE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Feb 6, 2019

    1h 15m
27. 175

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 108)

    David Arquette talks about restarting his wrestling career, nearly 20 years after being handed the WCW World title. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jan 25, 2019

    1h 21m
28. 174

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 107)

    The PWI 2018 year-end Achievement Awards are announced. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jan 10, 2019

    1h 01m
29. 173

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 106)

    Jay Lethal discusses his title defense against Cody Rhodes at Final Battle, his career, and the future of ROH. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Dec 10, 2018

    1h 05m
30. 172

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 105)

    Cody Rhodes is Al Castle's special guest, preceded by Al and Dan Murphy's conversation about Survivor Series & Crown Jewel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Nov 15, 2018

    1h 55m
31. 171

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 104)

    A very special interview with Ronda Rousey, No. 1 in the PWI "Women's 100" This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Nov 1, 2018

    1h 49m
32. 170

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 103)

    Roman Reigns and Crown Jewel are the topics of discussion for Senior Writers Al Castle & Dan Murphy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Oct 25, 2018

    58m
33. 169

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 102)

    Kevin McElvaney joins Al Castle & Dan Murphy for a discussion about WWE Super Show-Down and Impact Wrestling, and then interviews new Impact HOF inductee Abyss. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

    Oct 11, 2018

    1h 03m
34. 168

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 101)

    Dan Murphy's interview with Joey Ryan follows his debate with co-host Al Castle on the merits of All In. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Sep 19, 2018

    4h 04m
35. 167

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 100)

    The PWI 500! Senior Writers Dan Murphy & Al Castle break down the top 10 (and No. 500!). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Aug 29, 2018

    1h 25m
36. 166

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 99)

    Al Castle & Dan Murphy's SummerSlam preview, followed by Tom Lawlor's comparison of pro wrestling vs MMA. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Aug 10, 2018

    1h 11m
37. 165

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 98)

    Indy sensation Matt Riddle compares MMA to pro wrestling, following Al Castle & Dan Murphy's discussions about Evolution and the return of Hulk Hogan. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

    Jul 27, 2018

    1h 04m
38. 164

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 97)

    Lanny Poffo offers his unique perspective on the life of a wrestler in the 1980s with Senior Writer Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jul 11, 2018

    1h 23m
39. 163

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 96)

    "Dr. D" David Schultz shares his memories of his "attack" on TV reporter John Stossel with Senior Writer Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jun 19, 2018

    1h 13m
40. 162

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 95)

    New York sports radio host Evan Roberts (WFAN) discusses the mainstream media's newfound willingness to cover pro wrestling. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jun 4, 2018

    1h 14m
41. 161

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 94)

    Hosts Al Castle & Dan Murphy debate the political fallout of WWE's Saudi Arabia show. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    May 3, 2018

    1h 08m
42. 160

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 93)

    Historian Evan Ginzburg discusses his childhood hero, "Living Legend" Bruno Sammartino. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Apr 19, 2018

    1h 12m
43. 159

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 92)

    Al Castle & Dan Murphy's post-WrestleMania review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Apr 9, 2018

    1h 12m
44. 158

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 91)

    Senior Writers Al Castle & Dan Murphy discuss WrestleMania, followed by Dan and Sienna discussing the Knockout's serious recent health scare. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

    Apr 5, 2018

    1h 15m
45. 157

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 90)

    Controversial Sami Callihan's lively discussion with Senior Writer Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Mar 26, 2018

    56m
46. 156

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 89)

    A very important discussion on the Eddie Edwards-Sami Callihan bat-swinging incident, followed by Al Castle's chat with Chris Sabin. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Mar 9, 2018

    1h 04m
47. 155

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 88)

    Austin Aries discusses his return to Impact Wrestling and his time at WWE with Senior Writer Al Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Feb 23, 2018

    1h 12m
48. 154

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 87)

    Al Castle and Dan Murphy discuss the two Royal Rumbles, followed by Al's interview with ROH champ Dalton Castle. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Feb 2, 2018

    1h 11m
49. 153

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 86)

    "Second Nature" author Brian Shields discusses the Flairs, tape trading, and stalking PWI's post office. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jan 18, 2018

    1h 07m
50. 152

    Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents: The PWI Podcast (Episode 85)

    Senior Writers Al Castle & Dan Murphy discuss the year-end PWI Achievement Awards. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prowrestlingillustrated.substack.com/subscribe

    Jan 12, 2018

    56m