Pro Wrestling Illustrated Presents

This week on The PWI Podcast, Willie Mack discusses his difficult road to success in the wrestling business, the Impact Wrestling X division, and which video games he's been playing. Plus, PWI Writers Al Castle and Brian Solomon discuss the recent ratings and creative issues in WWE, with Brian outlining his radical proposal for how the company might right the ship.   Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

This week on The PWI Podcast, Al Castle shares highlights from his Hotseat interview with Charlotte Flair , which is available in the October issue of PWI. Plus, Al and Brian Solomon discuss Slammiversary and Extreme Rules, in a wildly entertaining conversation with some unexpected detours. Don't miss this one, folks!   Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

This week on The PWI Podcast, former TNA interviewer, manager, and theme song vocalist Goldy Locks discusses her experiences with harassment in and out of the wrestling business and offers her controversial opinion about how incidents of abuse should be handled. On the in-ring side of things, PWI Writers Al Castle and Brian Solomon discuss hot topics of the week, including Keith Lee's exciting double championship victory on NXT and what their ideal, socially distant SummerSlam might look like. Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

This week on The PWI Podcast, Wrestling Inc's Raj Giri joins PWI writers Al Castle and Brian Solomon to discuss what's happening in the wrestling world right now, including the #SpeakingOut movement, the recent release of Tessa Blanchard by Impact Wrestling, and how WWE and AEW are handling the COVID-19 outbreak. Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

This week on The PWI Podcast, Hall of Fame boxing historian Steve Farhood discusses his work with Pro Wrestling Illustrated and The Ring magazine, the similarities between boxing and wrestling, and the impact of COVID-19 on combat sports. Plus, Al Castle and Brian Solomon reflect on WWE's recent "Greatest Match Of All Time," among other topics. Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

Today on The PWI Podcast, former All Elite Wrestling Women's champ Nyla Rose joins Al Castle to discuss her career ambitions, thoughts on gender roles in wrestling, and experiences with AEW thus far. Plus, Al and Brian Solomon discuss buzz-worthy topics including AEW's Stadium Stampede Match and WWE's upcoming "Greatest Match Of All Time." Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Follow PWI on social media:  https://www.facebook.com/ProWrestlingIllustrated/ https://twitter.com/OfficialPWI https://www.instagram.com/officialpwi/ Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

This week on The PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian Solomon are joined by PWI Publisher Stu Saks and Editor-in-Chief Kevin McElvaney to discuss Stu's storied career with the magazine and his plans for retirement. Stu reflects on his life as a wrestling fan and pioneering journalist, as some key figures from his past send their best wishes. Plus, Kevin talks about his own journey with Pro Wrestling Illustrated and shares his plans for the future of the magazine. To see Stu's retirement gift from WWE, watch the video version of the podcast. Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi  

This week on The PWI Podcast, we're joined by author and wrestling historian Pat Laprade to discuss his latest biography of Andre the Giant. Plus: Al Castle and Brian Solomon give their analysis of Sunday's Money in the Bank pay-per-view. Get the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi  

This week on The PWI Podcast, Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff opens up about the company's strategy during the COVID-19 pandemic, including why they have chosen not to run empty arena shows. Plus hosts Al Castle and Brian Solomon discuss rumors of a WWE sale, give special insight on Money in the Bank at WWE HQ, and much more. Order the latest issue of PWI: http://pwi-online.com Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

This week on The PWI Podcast, Bellator Women's Featherweight champion Cris Cyborg joins Al Castle to discuss her feelings on pro wrestling, Ronda Rousey's recent controversial comments, and whether it's a good idea for combat sports (such as MMA and wrestling) to continue during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, Al Castle and Brian Solomon remember Howard Finkel and give their analysis of WWE's recent layoffs. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

The cinematic Boneyard Match and Firefly Fun House Match at WrestleMania are a hot topic among wrestling fans. Some loved these matches, while others loathed them. Even among PWI staffers, it was divisive. Today on The PWI Podcast, we present a Virtual Roundtable discussion of cinematic matches and what they mean for pro wrestling's future. Featuring: Al Castle, Brian Solomon, Kevin McElvaney, Mike Bessler, and Brady Hicks. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

Today on The PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian Solomon review the most unprecedented (and unusual) WrestleMania of all time. From the dynamics of the empty arena to big title changes—and, of course, the strange, cinematic Boneyard and Firefly Fun House matches—the entire show is discussed and dissected. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

We're just days away from what will undoubtedly go down as the most unusual WrestleMania to date. Today on The PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian Solomon are joined by independent wrestler Rex Lawless, who has previously trained at WWE's Performance Center (where 'Mania is being held). Lawless provides insight on the facility—including how it might be set up to accommodate the big event—and discusses how indie promotions have been affected by COVID-19. Plus: a preview of what we might expect to see at WrestleMania, as well as what all this means for the rest of 2020. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi  

This year's WrestleMania takes place under incredibly unusual circumstances, held over two days with no fans in attendance. This week on The PWI Podcast, Al Castle and Brian Solomon preview the big event, and offer insight on what we can expect to see. Plus, we hear Al's conversation with one-half of the legendary Rock 'n' Roll Express, Ricky Morton. They discuss Morton's recent health scare, the impact of COVID-13 on professional wrestling, and his involvement in the current iteration of NWA. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi  

This week on The PWI podcast, hosts Al Castle and Brian Solomon are joined by Wrestling INC's Raj Giri to discuss the impact coronavirus is having on the wrestling business, from major promotions like WWE, New Japan, and AEW to the smallest independent promotions. Plus: Al, Brian, and Raj reflect on the recent retirement announcement from longtime PWI Editor & Publisher Stu Saks. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram

In the 2010s, few wrestlers accomplished more than AJ Styles. This week on the PWI Podcast, AJ joins Al Castle to discuss:  AJ’s selection as Wrestler of the Decade by PWI readers His experiences in WWE, New Japan, TNA, and ROH The mistakes he sees young wrestlers making today …And much more! Plus: Al Castle, Brian Solomon, and PWI Senior Writer Harry Burkett reveal all the Decade Award winners. Order the June 2020 issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated, featuring the 2010 Decade Awards: http://pwi-online.com/ Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram

This week, PWI Senior Writer Al Castle gets into it with Bruce Mitchell about the Pro Wrestling Torch columnist's allegations of racism in the Royal Rumble. Plus, Al is joined by a new cohost, PWI Contributing Writer Brian Solomon. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram

After 30+ in the wrestling business, PCO has reinvented himself in a big way. Today on the PWI podcast, he joins Al Castle to discuss the significance of his winning the Ring of Honor championship. Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram

As each year comes to a close, Pro Wrestling Illustrated readers are invited to make their voices heard. On today's episode of the PWI Podcast, Senior Writer Al Castle & Contributing Writer Kevin McElvaney dissect the PWI year-end Achievement Awards. Purchase the PWI Year in Review issue at our website: http://pwi-online.com Follow PWI on social media:  Facebook Twitter Instagram

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