Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents

In this episode of The PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon return with a lengthy, substantive discussion in which they break down the winners, runners-up, and possible snubs in the 2021 PWI Achievement Awards. Find out Al and Brian's thoughts about the winners and who, in certain categories, they felt should've won instead. Our hosts also deliberate why AEW talent fared so well, which segu...

Following up on the previous editions of "The Baseline," JPQ welcomes JD of Red Leaf Retrocast to discuss another transitional period for Ice Ribbon. Then, Alex Richards drops by for a look at the top independent promotions in the world of joshi. Follow JD: https://twitter.com/BowlingJD   Follow Alex: https://twitter.com/LWOSPWAlexR   Follow JPQ:  https://twitter.com/Bigpawsonapup   www.pwi-online...

It's the premiere episode of the latest addition to the Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents ... network of podcasts. In Just Joshi, host JPQ will be joined by a range of analysts and wrestlers to discuss relevant topics in the world of Japanese women's wrestling. In part one, "The Baseline," JPQ welcomes PWI Editor-in-Chief Kevin McElvaney to run through the 2021 performances of the Stardom roster,...

Ahead of the January 23 Wrld on GCW show at the Hammerstein Ballroom, Kevin & Kaia are joined by wrestlers Allie Katch and Tony Deppen, as well as Game Changer Wrestling founder and promoter Brett Lauderdale, for a discussion of the big show, GCW's evolution through the years, and much more. Follow Kaia: https://twitter.com/KaiaMcK   Follow Allie: https://twitter.com/AllieKATCH   Follow Tony: http...

On this episode of PWI Presents ... Get The W, Kristen Ashly is joined by wrestling analysts Xenia (XeniaDidThat) and Warren Hayes (The Mr. Warren Hayes Show) to review the AEW TBS Championship Tournament and the crowning of a new star in All Elite Wrestling's Women's division in Jade Cargill. Plus, a thought-provoking discussion of the role mid-card singles titles play, and how this new champions...

Finally, we share the full, uncut audio of PWI Contributing Writer Righteous Reg's "Hotseat" interview with Big E. But first, PWI's Al Castle & Brian Solomon are back to talk about some of the biggest recent news in the wrestling world, including Brock Lesnar and Kazuchika Okada's respective world title victories. Plus, Al and Brian discuss the top 10 in our #TagTeam50 ranking (on newsstands now)....

To round out 2021, PWI's Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon are joined by wrestler-turned-analyst Brandon Thurston for a look at the financial states and trajectory of World Wrestling Entertainment and All Elite Wrestling. Who are the biggest stars in pro wrestling? What do recent ratings, demographic performances, live gates, and major business moves mean for the future of WWE and its closest competi...

In anticipation of this coming weekend's Wrestival event, PWI's Kevin McElvaney and wrestler/"Conduit Of Karma" Kaia McKenna speak to a few of the key figures involved in the event: IWTV #1 contender AC Mack, Limitless Wrestling stars Alec Price & Becca, and Beyond Wrestling promoter Drew Cordeiro.  Follow Kaia: https://twitter.com/KaiaMcK   Follow AC: https://twitter.com/AC_Mack   Follow Alec: ht...

On episode 3 of Get The W, host Kristen Ashly is joined by joshi expert JPQ for a deep dive into the state of World Wonder Ring Stardom, looking into the state of the world's premier women's wrestling promotion. Topics include: The impact of Stardom's sale to Bushiroad Stardom's prospects for international influence/success How the company is expanding in its native Japan Stardom's presence at NJP...

Hosts Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon are back in the saddle this week to discuss an array of timely topics, including: Brian's new podcast venture The recent passing of Blackjack Lanza Jeff Hardy's potential future in wrestling What's next for Ring of Honor's top stars Plus, Al shares his recent conversation with The Dark Order's Alex Reynolds and John Silver. www.pwi-online.com  

This episode of Pro Wrestling INDIEstrated focuses on an integral part of the industry—including PWI itself. Kevin McElvaney and Kaia McKenna are joined by Antoine & Christina (JayLee Photography), as well as Hiban Huerta, to talk about what it takes to properly document the sport through a photographer's lens. Follow Kaia: https://twitter.com/KaiaMcK   Follow JayLee Photography: https://twitter.c...

On the heels of the release of the Tag Team 50, Warren Hayes (filling in for Kristen Ashly) is joined by Krista B and Queen PR of Those Wrestling Girls, as well as joshi expert JPQ, to reflect on the inclusions (and possible snubs) of women's tag teams in this year's PWI Tag Team 50. Then, the group discusses the state of women's tag team wrestling, more broadly, in both America and Japan. Follow...

Filling in for usual cohost Brian R. Solomon, Righteous Reg joins PWI Senior Writer Al Castle for a discussion of WWE Survivor Series and AEW Full Gear, along with some other recent news items. Plus, Candace Cordelia's in-depth interview with Ring of Honor star Shane Taylor. www.pwi-online.com  

It's the inaugural episode of the latest edition to the PWI family of podcasts: Get The W. Hosted by PWI Contributing Writer and Bell to Belles founder Kristen Ashly, this podcast will focus on the wide world of women's wrestling, featuring experts and guests throughout the industry. In the premiere, Kristen is joined by Ella Jay, who sat on this year's "Women's 150," for a deep dive into the stat...

Kevin McElvaney & Kaia McKenna are joined by two wonderful talents out of the Bay Area—wrestler/promoter DARK Sheik and Pro Wrestling Illustrated Contributor/Black Wrecellence founder Righteous Reg—to discuss their respective careers and how their regional backgrounds shaped the work they do today. Follow DARK Sheik: https://twitter.com/darksheikftf Follow Reg: https://twitter.com/RighteousReg Fol...

Al Castle & Brian Solomon are joined by most of the "Women's 150" ranking committee—Kristen Ashly, Pat Laprade, Candace Cordelia, and Kevin McElvaney—for an in-the-weeds discussion of the top 10 from this year's PWI Women's ranking. Plus, early reflections on WWE's shocking latest round of releases. www.pwi-online.com  

Does Ring of Honor's recent announcement about shutting down—albeit, temporarily—bode poorly for the future of the company? PWI's Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon discuss the implications of reports that ROH has released all its talent from their contracts, the history and impact of the company, and what might lie ahead for some of its top wrestlers. Plus, the full, Kristen Ashly's extended "Hotseat...

Pro Wrestling INDIEstrated is back and better than ever! PWI Editor-in-Chief Kevin McElvaney is joined by new co-host—up-and-coming independent wrestler Kaia McKenna! After a brief introduction, Kaia and Kevin talk to wrestler and GCW "foreman" Big Vin, who offers an inside look at his work setting up rings and more for Game Changer Wrestling. Then, we get in the weeds about deathmatch wrestling b...

PWI Senior Writer Al Castle is joined by "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander, who has a lot to say ahead of his challenger for the IMPACT World title at Bound For Glory. But, before that, Al is joined by fellow PWI Contributor Brian R. Solomon to discuss the implications of the WWE Draft, and whether we might see WWE walk through the so-called forbidden door. www.pwi-online.com

Al Castle and Brian Solomon discuss the recent big weekly events from AEW featuring, most recently, the return of "American Dragon" Bryan Danielson. We also hear discussion of NXT 2.0 and why stars like Bron Breakker should prove valuable to WWE in the years ahead. Finally, discussion of the fallout from the recent "Plane Ride from Hell" episode of Dark Side of the Ring. Plus: Candace Cordelia's i...

On this episode of Pro Wrestling INDIEstrated, Kevin McElvaney is joined by wrestler David Ali, along with Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast co-host Nick McDaniel, to discuss David's two scheduled title defenses at this weekend's Hell Freezes Over multi-promotional supershow in Canton, GA. pwi-online.com

On the latest PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian Solomon are joined by Editor-in-Chief Kevin McElvaney for a quick recap of AEW's All Out event, followed by in-depth analysis of this year's top 10 in the 2021 PWI 500. Finally, Kevin shares the full, uncut audio from his recent interview with #1 ranked wrestler, AEW World champion Kenny Omega. Buy the 500 issue: www.pwi500.com  

Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon are back with a new episode of The PWI Podcast, focusing on the events of this weekend, including CM Punk's AEW debut, WWE SummerSlam, a very unusual NXT TakeOver, and the implications of all these things. Don't miss this one! pwi-online.com 

Today on The PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian Solomon discuss a cornucopia of topics, from the newly revamped PWI website to the John Cena-Roman Reigns feud, along with their thoughts on what AEW might do with CM Punk and Daniel Bryan. Plus, Al shares bonus audio from his recent "Hotseat" interview with Dave Meltzer. Get the latest issue of PWI: https://pwi-online.com/product/november-2021/

On this episode of Pro Wrestling INDIEstrated, highlights from Candace Cordelia's recent hour-long interview with EFFY. Plus, Kevin McElvaney talks about the two recognized world championships designated by PWI, as well as his experiences at the IWTV 100 event in Williamstown, NJ. Subscribe to PWI: pwi-online.com Watch the full EFFY interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BAg_0SVFrc