Headlines for December 2008
Wednesday, December 31st, 2008
- 08:18 pm The Specialists: WWE Hits of 2008 - Flair Farewell, Miz & Morrison, Michaels vs. Jericho
- 07:56 pm WWE News: Ratings News: WWE Raw rating jumps significantly in absence of Monday Night Football
- 05:56 pm TNA News: Ratings News: Christmas edition of TNA Impact leads to significant drop in TV ratings
- 05:38 pm WWE News: WWE News: Update on the severity of Smackdown Divas champion Maryse's knee injury
- 02:44 pm TNA News: TNA News: Impact on Spike TV in jeopardy of being pulled from major cable TV provider
- 02:01 pm Other News: Hogan News: Linda Hogan working on tell-all-book on marriage to Hulk Hogan
- 01:40 pm The Specialists: 12/30 WWE ECW Hits & Misses: Dirt Sheet, Finlay & Boogeyman, Hardy vs. Henry
- 01:09 pm Torch Today: PWTORCH YEAR-END VOTING 12/31: Torch readers submit nominations for 2008 Best Feud of the Year
- 01:03 pm The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/30 WWE RAW: JBL-HBK employee relations, How to play Hunter's Monopoly Game, Who played Charlie Snuka's coconut?
- 12:53 pm Torch Feedback: ECW TV Reax #1: "There was nothing to write home about, but nothing offensive in the last episode of 2008."
- 12:38 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/31 East Coast Audio: ECW - Hardy vs. Henry, Hornswoggle = Delirious, No DQ, really? (7 min. audio clip)
- 12:22 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S ECW TV REPORT 12/30: Matt Hardy vs. Mark Henry with Swagger involved, Miz & Morrison vs. Team Finlay
- 11:31 am WWE News: WWE News: WWE issues official response to "The Wrestler" movie
- 11:01 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/31: How much do you remember about the New Year's Day 1996 WWE Raw Bowl?
- 06:41 am The Specialists: ECW Storylines and Feuds - A short edition as WWE wraps up many of the brand's ongoing rivalries
- 06:20 am The Specialists: Raw Storylines and Feuds - A look at a possible feud collision, plus a rundown of all the other rivalries
- 05:17 am The Specialists: Smackdown Storylines and Feuds - Full analysis on a chaotic main event landscape and more
- 03:20 am WWE News: 12/30 WWE Smackdown Taping Results: Full results of Jan. 2 and Jan. 9 editions taped in New Jersey
- 03:01 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/30: Answer to who beat Mick Foley in the main event Ultimate Death Match on an ECW show 13 years ago
Tuesday, December 30th, 2008
- 10:29 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 2003 Torch Newsletter Series: Goldberg's WWE days numbered, Jonny Fairplay Torch Talk, Powell calls for TNA attitude (#790)
- 10:10 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 1998 Torch Back Issue Series: WCW-NBC Strike Deal, Nash Booker Promotion Reaction, Keller on "Wrestling With Shadows" (#526)
- 09:18 pm TV Reports: PARKS' ECW ON SCI-FI REPORT 12/30: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of the show, including Henry vs. Hardy
- 07:39 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/30 Radican Audio Showcase with Burgan: Setting record straight on Sheik review, new Sapolsky Blog, Sapolsky DVD trailer, Aries-fan incident, Silkin Newsday interview, more! (10 min. clip)
- 06:33 pm Guest Editorials: GUEST EDITORIAL: How to incorporate Legends into house shows; Notes on N.Y. Mets GM in attendance at MSG show
- 06:10 pm ROH News: ROH News: Sapolsky DVD trailer released, New Sapolsky blog entry
- 06:08 pm WWE News: WWE News: John Cena's celebrity status linked to Miley Cyrus, Britney Spears
- 04:25 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/30 Nostalgia Audio: Nostalgia news and history, AWA Wrestling from 1985, review of Ring Roasts DVD (clip)
- 04:18 pm The Specialists: 12/29 WWE Raw Hits & Misses: Glamarella, Haas vs. Snuka, Kelly & Orton, Fatal 4 Way
- 03:54 pm TV Reports: WWE RAW ROUNDTABLE REVIEWS 12/29: Caldwell, Keller, Mitchell, Parks rate and review
- 03:29 pm Torch Flashbacks: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 5 YRS. AGO (12-29-03): Shawn Michaels vs. Triple H for 30 minutes, Lita & Trish & Stacy, Mick Foley and Steve Austin
- 03:04 pm Torch Today: PWTORCH YEAR-END VOTING 12/30: Torch readers submit nominations for 2008 Best PPV/Event of the year
- 02:45 pm WWE News: TNA News: Scott Steiner cusses out Triple H and Ric Flair; claims Hunter can't stand Flair
- 12:49 pm WWE News: WWE News: Kofi Kingston says which TNA star he'd like to have a match against
- 12:02 pm Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #3: "It's worrying that the writing team doesn't have a firm grasp on writing for the company's top star."
- 11:46 am TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/29: Michaels vs. Orton vs. JBL vs. Jericho for World Title match at Rumble. Legacy Challenge
- 11:28 am TNA News: TNA News: Kurt Angle starring in a new movie; details on his role as the lead villain
- 10:44 am RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top 15 ROH Matches of 2008 Countdown: #1 Kevin Steen & El Generico vs. Age of the Fall from Driven PPV
- 10:24 am MITCHELL'S TAKE: MOJO MITCHELL'S RAW 12/29: Stream of Manu Out, Shawn Michaels Sold Out, C.M. Punk Counted Out, and JBL On Top
- 10:00 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/30: Who beat Mick Foley in an Ultimate Death Match on an ECW show 13 years ago?
- 09:52 am The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - WWE RAW 12/29: HBK Melodrama Mania, Designing Raw For Five Year Olds, Mr. Fuzzy Is A Year Old!
- 07:13 am Other News: Nostalgia News: Former AWA Champion Greg Gagne to open Gagne Wrestling Academy
- 02:33 am Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #2: "The show was good ... but a big step down from last week's great show."
- 12:24 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/29 WWE Raw post-game Show: JBL gets the nod, Orton and Kelly, Who booked Legacy matches? (7 min. audio clip)
Monday, December 29th, 2008
- 11:42 pm Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #1: "WWE did a great job making progress with Randy Orton's character."
- 11:27 pm WWE News: WWE News: Executive Summary of 12/29 WWE Raw - #1 contenders determined; first title match for 2009 announced
- 11:11 pm Torch Instant Polls: Who was the MVP of the Dec. 29 Raw if you saw the show?
- 10:56 pm Torch Instant Polls: Rate the 12/29 WWE Raw on a 0-10 scale if you saw the show
- 09:25 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/29: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of live Raw with JBL vs. Michaels vs. Orton vs. Jericho, Divas battle royale
- 08:23 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/29: Answer to which legend Lex Luger defeated in the main event of a December '96 WCW Nitro
- 06:33 pm WWE News: WWE News: Raw sneak peek - dangerous divas match to air tonight; winner gets Beth Phoenix at Royal Rumble
- 06:05 pm WWE News: WWE News: Raw sneak peek - #1 Contender to John Cena's World Title determined tonight
- 05:45 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" actress Marisa Tomei says whether she was uncomfortable with movie's nude scene
- 05:19 pm WWE News: WWE News: How would Christian Cage be received back in the WWE locker room? Main eventer provides the answer
- 04:42 pm Torch Today: PWTORCH YEAR-END VOTING 12/29: Torch readers submit nominations for 2008 Wrestler of the Year
- 04:18 pm Other News: Other News: Chyna says why she blacked out and went to hospital; Jim Ross comments on Chyna's health
- 03:57 pm ROH News: ROH News: Mark Briscoe injury angle update; ROH says how long he'll be out
- 03:40 pm WWE News: SPECIAL REPORT: Update on concussions in pro wrestling - WWE's Wellness Policy response, Vince McMahon odd quote
- 02:44 pm WWE News: WWE News: Vince McMahon back in the New York gossip pages for airport indecency
- 01:57 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE confirms Maryse injury; length of recovery time and medical details
- 12:22 pm WWE News: WWE News: Jim Ross responds to Sports Illustrated article about TNA's Mick Foley and "The Wrestler"
- 12:05 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/29 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 2: Mick Foley's review of "The Wrestler," betting on pro wrestling, six-sided ring (51 min.)
- 11:22 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/29: Which legend did Lex Luger defeat in the main event of a December '96 WCW Nitro?
- 10:45 am WWE News: WWE News: New Smackdown divas champion injured at last night's house show
- 03:08 am Arena Reports: 12/28 WWE in New York City: John Cena cage match and crowd reaction, Team Rey vs. Team Orton, HBK vs. Kane
- 02:14 am Arena Reports: 12/27 WWE in Trenton, N.J.: John Cena vs. Chris Jericho, Randy Orton vs. Shawn Michaels, Jack Swagger real deal
Sunday, December 28th, 2008
- 10:44 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/28 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 1: In-person house show observations on Jeff Hardy as lead babyface, UFC 92 talk (51 min.)
- 08:45 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top 15 ROH Matches of 2008 Countdown: #2 Nigel McGuinness vs. Austin Aries from Rising Above 2008
- 07:06 pm Torch Today: PWTORCH YEAR-END VOTING 12/28: Torch readers submit nominations for MVP of pro wrestling in 2008
- 06:32 pm TNA News: TNA News: TNA founder Jerry Jarrett says TNA is like his ugly child; says why he left the company
- 06:18 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" continues to be a box office hit; weekend business numbers
- 06:08 pm The Specialists: MAGIC, MEMORIES AND MANIA: Making house shows more important - use TV to hype local events
- 05:59 pm The Specialists: KEY MOMENT OF THE WEEK: Batista will be missed after successful run in 2008
- 04:22 pm Other News: Other News: Former WWE Women's champion rushed to hospital on Saturday; makes strange request
- 05:15 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/27: Answer to who Triple H lost to on WCW Starrcade '94 PPV card 14 years ago (w/VIDEO)
- 04:57 am The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/26 WWE SMACKDOWN: Triple H tugging on Superman's cape, the U.S. Championship, refs named Dick
- 04:47 am The Specialists: ECW Storylines and Feuds - A complete look at the current ECW rivalries
- 03:50 am Arena Reports: 12/27 ROH in New York City: Danielson vs. Morishima, Nigel McGuinness defends ROH Title, Austin Aries development
- 01:23 am MMA / UFC Coverage: UFC 92 PPV Coverage: Detailed team coverage of Frank Mir vs. Nogueria, Forrest Griffin vs. Rashad Evans, Wanderlei Silva vs. Rampage Jackson, Brock Lesnar at ringside
- 01:12 am MITCHELL'S TAKE: MITCHELL SHORT: Statistics and Superlatives From WWE Smackdown/ECW Greensboro N.C. House Show
Saturday, December 27th, 2008
- 06:33 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top 15 ROH Matches of 2008 Countdown: #3 Nigel McGuinness vs. Tyler Black
- 06:21 pm WWE News: WWE News: Diva Maria lashes out against negativity about her wrestling ability
- 03:39 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/27 Real Deal with Pat McNeill Audio: Post-Christmas show, Romance in TNA, Midnight Express & More (5 min. clip)
- 12:42 pm WWE News: WWE News: Batista surgery update; when he starts rehabbing major hamstring injury
- 12:33 pm The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - WEEKLY WRESTLING REVIEW: Things that cannot be mentioned on WWE TV, Who needs Frontline when you have Foley, Next WWE movie starring MVP
- 12:26 pm WWE News: WWE News: Full card for Sunday night's house show in New York City; ticket sales information
- 12:15 pm Torch Today: PWTORCH YEAR-END VOTING 12/27: Torch readers submit nominations for ROH Match of the Year
- 11:56 am TNA News: TNA News: Format change for New Year's Day edition of Impact; first title match of 2009 to air on Thursday
- 11:44 am WWE News: WWE News: Hornswoggle speaks - yes, he can talk - on returning to hometown for WWE house show
- 11:26 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/27: Who did Triple H lose to at WCW Starrcade '94 exactly 14 years ago?
- 11:17 am Arena Reports: 12/26 WWE Smackdown in Charlotte, N.C.: Big Show vs. Undertaker, Jeff Hardy vs. Edge, Triple H vs. Koslov
- 03:32 am WWE News: WWE News: Candice Michelle's Raw TV future revealed; challenges she's overcome in 2008
- 03:14 am Other News: Other News: Former WWE star Bobby Lashley to the UFC? Dana White has the answer
- 02:44 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/27 VIP East Coast Audio: Smackdown - Jeff Hardy vs. Show, Triple H and sledgy, McCool finally loses it (7 min. clip)
- 12:32 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/26: Answer to who said this quote about ECW in a 1996 Torch Talk about excessive blood
Friday, December 26th, 2008
- 08:27 pm TV Reports: PARKS' WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT 12/26: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of the show, including Big Show vs. Jeff Hardy, Divas Title Match
- 06:13 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/26 Daily Keller Hotline: Mick Foley announces return to the ring - full analysis of entire Impact episode (17 min.)
- 06:07 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top 15 ROH Matches of 2008 Countdown: Nigel McGuinness vs. Austin Aries from SCOH 3
- 05:32 pm TV Reports: KELLER'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/25: Rhino vs. Angle headlines with Sting and Jarrett at ringside, X Tourney continues, Foley announces return to ring
- 04:35 pm TNA News: TNA News: Mick Foley responds to SI review of "The Wrestler" calling him "homeless-looking"
- 03:45 pm ROH News: ROH News: President Cary Silkin says why Gabe Sapolsky was fired, discusses whether ROH is financially secure
- 03:00 pm Other News: Other News: Sports Illustrated's lengthy article on "The Wrestler" includes description of Mick Foley as "homeless-looking"
- 02:37 pm Other News: PWG News: Yes, Pro Wrestling Guerrilla still alive; next show announced with Bryan Danielson, Austin Aries
- 02:29 pm Other News: Other News: Associated Press picks "The Wrestler" as Best Movie of 2008
- 02:21 pm Torch Today: PWTORCH YEAR-END VOTING 12/26: Torch readers submit nominations for TNA Match of the Year
- 01:59 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL: Christmas edition of Impact showed TNA's contempt for itself as a pro wrestling promotion
- 01:37 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/25: Total Nonstop Talking, Kurt Angle vs. Rhino, Mick Foley > entire Frontline
- 11:52 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/26: Who said this quote about ECW in a 1996 Torch Talk about excessive blood?
- 11:37 am Torch Feedback: TNA Impact Reax #1: "The biggest problem was the disturbing pattern that won't go away: what show was I watching, TNA or WCW?"
- 03:27 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/25: Answer to which wrestler won the main event from Christmas 2006 edition of Raw
- 02:55 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/26 East Coast Audio: Impact - Too much talking, not enough wrestling; Foley returning to the ring (7 min. clip)
- 02:20 am The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/25 TNA CHRISTMAS IMPACT: The Great Muta, no love for Abyss, and Mick Foley to make his in-ring return ... again
Thursday, December 25th, 2008
Wednesday, December 24th, 2008
- 05:37 pm VIP Exclusive Features: PWTorch Newsletter #1060 (18 Pages!): Keller reviews :The Wrestler,"; Mitchell Memo on Michaels-JBL, Radican's Angle DVD Review...
- 05:23 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE officially confirms Batista's serious hamstring injury; surgery is scheduled
- 05:18 pm The Specialists: WWS: Warzecha Wire Service Exclusive - A holiday tribute to TNA's inimitable commentator Don West
- 05:05 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review series - final overview of WWE-produced DVD on Eddie's life and career
- 04:37 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/24: Answer to which wrestlers faced each other in a Santa Claus match from December 24, 2001 Raw (w/VIDEO)
- 03:42 pm ROH News: ROH News: Ring of Honor and Jerry Lynn profiled by N.Y. newspaper; Lynn talks "being in pain everyday"
- 03:24 pm WWE News: WWE News: John Cena interview on Mike Bell's death, Ric Flair's friendship, WWE not about wrestling
- 02:58 pm Other News: Other News: CBS News profiles "The Wrestler" director Darren Aronofsky, who talks about risks doing the movie
- 02:39 pm WWE News: WWE News: C.M. Punk defends his sick G2S on Rey Mysterio at Armageddon PPV, talks about "The Wrestler"
- 01:39 pm WWE News: WWE News: Trish Stratus comments on WWE return Monday night; chance of her returning again
- 12:35 pm Other News: Other News: Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) signs on for Clint Eastwood movie; Rock vs. John Cena in theaters
- 12:24 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top 15 ROH Matches of 2008 Countdown: #6 Adam Pearce vs. Brent Albright
- 11:41 am Other News: Other News: Roger Ebert reviews "The Wrestler," calls it one of the year's best films
- 11:27 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/24: Which two wrestlers faced each other in a Santa Claus match on Raw seven years ago?
- 08:54 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/24 Nostalgia Audio: Nostalgia news and history, AWA Wrestling from 1981, AWA Brawl in St. Paul and SuperClash 3, nostalgia Christmas(clip)
- 04:54 am Other News: Other News: Highlights of Mickey Rourke's appearance on CBS's "Late Show" with David Letterman
- 04:11 am TV Reports: CALDWELL'S ECW TV REPORT 12/23: "Best of 2008" recap edition with post-Armageddon footage of Matt and Jeff Hardy celebrating
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008
- 07:03 pm The Specialists: 12/22 WWE Raw Hits & Misses: Glamarella, Punk vs. Jericho, Trish Stratus
- 06:06 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/23: Answer to who faced the Raw announce team on WWE Raw from six years ago
- 05:52 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE stock recovers on Tuesday after taking a serious beating on Monday
- 05:32 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Bonus Day 26 - WWE wrestlers remember Eddie Guerrero
- 05:14 pm WWE News: WWE News: Ratings for last night's Raw - concern over drop in key demographic
- 04:34 pm WWE News: WWE News: Jeff Hardy's WWE Title celebration helps Smackdown set another ratings record on MyNetworkTV
- 04:14 pm Other News: TNA News: Mick Foley getting back in the ring, criticizes Hulk Hogan, would thank Vince McMahon
- 03:04 pm Other News: Other News: Star of "The Wrestler" on CBS's David Letterman show tonight; weekend box office numbers
- 02:48 pm WWE News: WWE News: Details on gameplay for "Legends of WrestleMania" video game due out around WrestleMania 25
- 02:33 pm WWE News: WWE News: The Miz blogs on Tribute to the Troops trip; U.S. soldiers tell him he's annoying (w/VIDEO)
- 01:59 pm TNA News: Where Is He Now: Christopher Daniels spotted at premiere of "The Wrestler;" PICS w/Piper, DDP, and Rourke
- 01:10 pm TNA News: TNA News: 12/18 Impact ratings - steady decline continues after record-setting episode; Knockouts with significant victory
- 12:54 pm Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #3: "Shawn Michaels should explain that he was swindled out of his savings by Bernard Madoff."
- 12:36 pm MITCHELL'S TAKE: MOJO MITCHELL'S WWE RAW 12/22: Stream Of The President Of The United States and All The WWE Superstars
- 12:32 pm The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/22 WWE RAW: Oh Canada, Legacy, and Toga, Toga, Toga!!!
- 12:18 pm WWE News: WWE News: Complete WWE Smackdown 11/22 tapings report - Spoilers on title change, Jeff Hardy in main event
- 11:16 am RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top Fifteen ROH matches of 2008 Countdown: #7 ROH World Champion Nigel McGuinness vs. Bryan Danielson
- 10:07 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/23: Who faced the Raw announce team in the main event of WWE Raw from six years ago?
- 05:22 am VIP Exclusive Features: 12/23 Daily Keller Hotline: A detailed review of "The Wrestler" starring Mickey Rourke (30 min.)
- 02:52 am TV Reports: WWE RAW ROUNDTABLE REVIEWS 12/22: Caldwell, Mitchell, Parks rate and review
- 02:24 am Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #2: "I like the fact that creative has gone to the effort of addressing each plot hole ..."
- 01:29 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/22 WWE Raw post-game Show: Caldwell and Penick discuss Stratus return, Jericho vs. Punk greatness (8 min. clip)
Monday, December 22nd, 2008
- 11:49 pm WWE News: WWE News: WrestleMania main event star out several months with major leg injury
- 11:39 pm Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #1: "Punk and Jericho put on the best match of the night."
- 11:24 pm WWE News: WWE News: Executive Summary of 12/22 WWE Raw - major diva return; four #1 contenders determined
- 11:10 pm Torch Instant Polls: Who was the MVP of the Dec. 22 Raw if you saw the show?
- 11:06 pm Torch Instant Polls: Rate the 12/22 WWE Raw on a 0-10 scale if you saw the show
- 10:56 pm TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/22: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of live event including Race for the Rumble
- 09:56 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/22: Answer to who won the main event of the last WCW Starrcade PPV in December 2000
- 09:15 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/22: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of live Raw with Michaels vs. Kane, John Cena vs. Santino
- 07:05 pm Other News: Other News: Jake Roberts says state of wrestling is sad; comments on which WWE wrestler impresses him
- 06:48 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE lawyers file final paperwork against lawsuit from Raven and Kanyon
- 06:30 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top Fifteen ROH matches of 2008 Countdown: #8 Nigel McGuinness vs. Kevin Steen
- 06:27 pm WWE News: Other News: Former WWE talent Armando Estrada describes ECW storyline changes, whether he would return to WWE
- 02:42 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 20 Years Ago PWTorch Back Issue: News, Match Reports, Comics, Columns, Ratings, and more in original format via PDF viewing
- 02:34 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 25 - Eddie's final PPV match; Batista comments on Eddie's death
- 01:48 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" movie once considered for a WWE Films project; great Mickey Rourke fanny pack story
- 01:23 pm WWE News: WWE News: MyNetworkTV president comments on success of network thanks to WWE Smackdown
- 12:56 pm TNA News: TNA News: Samoa Joe following Brother Ray's lead in taking time off TNA Impact TV (w/VIDEO)
- 11:44 am WWE News: WWE News: William Regal critiques Santino, says which WWE wrestler can hang with him; overcoming heart ailment
- 11:07 am WWE News: WWE News: Smackdown diva Victoria addresses rumors of her retirement from wrestling
- 10:50 am Guest Editorials: GUEST REVIEW: "The Wrestler" will make manly men cry, Mickey Rourke makes you believe he's a wrestler
- 10:41 am WWE News: WWE News: Four main event matches for Raw tonight; Update on Batista's status
- 10:12 am TNA News: TNA News: ODB discusses TV censorship on her character, big push in the TNA Knockouts division
- 09:50 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/22: Who won the main event of the last WCW Starrcade PPV in December 2000?
Sunday, December 21st, 2008
Saturday, December 20th, 2008
- 10:19 pm WWE News: WWE News: Update on whether Trish Stratus will be at Raw in Toronto on Monday
- 10:11 pm Other News: Other News: Details on Ric Flair attending private screening of "The Wrestler," after-party with Mickey Rourke and Pamela Anderson
- 09:38 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/20: Answer to what was the main event of the WWF In Your House PPV from December 1995
- 09:20 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S WWE TRIBUTE TO THE TROOPS REPORT 12/20: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of NBC special
- 07:30 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 20 Years Ago PWTorch Back Issue: Survivor Series '88 Coverage, promotion shut down for blading, Keller editorial on Hogan-Savage at WM5
- 07:00 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/20 East Coast Audio: Impact - Foley over-complexity, Jarrett lack of respect, Sabin impresses (6 min. clip)
- 05:25 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 20 Years Ago PWTorch Back Issue: Keller's WWF match report from October 1988, Road Warriors turn heel, Tag and Singles Ratings
- 05:16 pm Website Flashbacks: 20 Years Ago PWTorch Wrestler Ratings: Reader Rated Top Singles and Tag Wrestlers, and Most Obnoxious
- 04:43 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/20 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 2: Cena a ratings draw? Hardy mystery well done? Miz & Morrison or Shelley & Sabin? (62 min.)
- 03:00 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top Fifteen ROH matches of 2008 Countdown: #10 ROH World Champion Nigel McGuinness vs. El Generico
- 02:15 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/20 Radican Audio Showcase with Burgan All-ROH edition: Gabe's final booking snafu, Pearce curtailing his duties, McGuinness vs. Lynn, Gabe's DVD with KayfabeCommentaries.com, more! (57 min.)
- 02:08 pm Torch Flashbacks: POWELL (2003 Flashback): Rock refuses to wrestle Cena at WrestleMania, but he's earned right to reject proposed match
- 02:03 pm Torch Flashbacks: KELLER SHORT (Flashback - 1998): Jesse Ventura needs your help during the holidays!
- 02:03 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 2003 Torch Newsletter Series: Evolution's Big PPV Night, Apter Torch Talk Part Two, Keller Evaluates Entire WWE Roster (#789)
- 02:00 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 1998 Torch Back Issue Series: Flair Heart Attack Angle on Nitro, Heated Ratings Battle Updated, Rock Bottom PPV (#525)
- 04:04 am The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - IMPACT & SMACKDOWN: The Bizarre Logic Of Kurt Angle, Mick Foley Becomes "The Dude," Plain But Firm Start For Jeff Hardy's Reign
- 03:51 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/20: What was the main event of the WWF In Your House PPV from December 1995?
- 03:04 am WWE News: WWE News: Jeff Hardy says he deserved WWE Title, Edge's reaction to dropping title, whether Hardy talks to Triple H
- 12:57 am TV Reports: PARKS' WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT 12/19: Jeff Hardy's title celebration and Kozlov vs. Jeff
Friday, December 19th, 2008
- 09:54 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/19 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 1: New WWE show, would all-woman show work? Christmas wrestling history, JBL-Styles (48 min.)
- 09:37 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/19 Real Deal with Pat McNeill Audio: PPV Piracy, Jerry Lynn vs. Elijah, Doink & More (5 min. clip)
- 08:53 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT 12/19: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of Jeff Hardy celebration edition
- 06:41 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/18 Daily Keller Hotline: TNA Impact Analysis - A lot of encouraging signs, good use of available talent (37 min.)
- 06:24 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/19: Answer to which WWE stars appeared on a December 2001 edition of OVW TV
- 05:59 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/18: Styles foolishly wins a match, Anyone can get in the X Division tourney, How did Rhino get a title shot?
- 04:39 pm The Specialists: 12/18 TNA Impact Hits & Misses: Dutt vs. Sabin, Rough Cut, ODB's Angle, Steel Cage Match
- 04:35 pm Spotlight Article: 12/19 WWE SMACKDOWN TV COVERAGE - Party Hardy with WWE champion Jeff Hardy
- 04:15 pm WWE News: WWE News: Diva Maria discusses Tribute to the Troops, Vince McMahon as her boss, dating life
- 03:44 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 24 - Eddie vs. Rey Part II
- 03:20 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top Fifteen ROH matches of 2008 Countdown: #11 Kenny Omega vs. Tyler Black vs. Bryan Danielson
- 02:36 pm Other News: Other News: Necro Butcher says why he wrestles his hardcore style, comments on role in "The Wrestler," WWE in his future?
- 02:19 pm Other News: Other News: MTV reviews "The Wrestler," Vince McMahon's personal screening today (w/VIDEO)
- 12:30 pm Torch Feedback: TNA Impact Reax #1: "The Frontline seems more unified, but lacks credibility by the week..."
- 12:21 pm WWE News: WWE News: Jim Carrey cuts a promo on WWE diva Layla to promote "Yes Man" movie debut
- 12:03 pm Other News: Other News: Wall Street Journal profiles independent wrestling on the heels of "The Wrestler" popularity (w/VIDEO)
- 11:40 am WWE News: WWE News: Scheduling change for WWE Legends night at hockey game in Illinois tonight
- 11:20 am WWE News: BREAKING WWE NEWS: WWE to debut new one-hour TV show in prime time on major channel
- 07:39 am TV Reports: KELLER'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/18: Joe & Styles vs. Sting & Nash, Angle pays "tribute" to Jarrett's career, more Palin comedy, X Tourney
- 07:20 am TV Reports: KELLER'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/11: Brother Ray vs. Kurt Angle, plus intense post-match beatdown; Curry man fired and more Palin humor
- 04:42 am WWE News: WWE News: MyNetworkTV trying to survive financially even with recent success of WWE Smackdown
- 04:25 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/19: Who were the WWE stars appearing on December 2001 edition of OVW TV?
- 04:11 am The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/18 TNA IMPACT: Robert Roode's jobber history, the Isle of Man, and the return of D'Amore
- 01:45 am The Specialists: Smackdown Storylines and Feuds - A look at the Edge-Hardy-Triple H feud, the Kozlov-Matt Hardy feud, and much more
Thursday, December 18th, 2008
Wednesday, December 17th, 2008
- 08:31 pm ROH News: ROH News: Former ROH booker Gabe Sapolsky discusses his final booking snafu
- 08:30 pm TV Reports: ECW ON SCI-FI ROUNDTABLE REVIEWS 12/16: Caldwell, Mayer, Simmons rate and review
- 06:00 pm TNA News: TNA News: Why LAX's Homicide decided on TNA over WWE; Mick Foley's ironic influence on decision (w/VIDEO)
- 05:26 pm Other News: Other News: Title track to "The Wrestler" available on iTunes; details on how Bruce Springsteen recorded the song
- 05:13 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/17 Nostalgia Audio: This week in wrestling nostalgia, nostalgia news, AWA Wrestling from 1982, The Original Wrestler movie, Clash of Champions #4, and a review of PWTorch from October 20, 1988 (clip)
- 04:58 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 22 - Eddie's epic cage match vs. JBL; Kurt Angle's mirror image
- 04:00 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/17: Answer to which WCW wrestler dropped his pants on a December 1999 ABC "Politically Incorrect" show
- 03:52 pm Other News: Other News: ESPN.com review of "The Wrestler" with the ghosts of deceased wrestlers
- 03:16 pm Guest Editorials: EDITORIAL: JBL/Shawn Michaels "con" argument - Insulting to fans with real economic issues
- 03:15 pm Guest Editorials: EDITORIAL: JBL/Shawn Michaels "pro" argument - Suspend disbelief and enjoy the mic work
- 02:49 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/17 East Coast Audio: ECW - Swagger impresses, Mark Henry poetry critique, Punk Personality Profile (7 min. clip)
- 02:06 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" top search on Yahoo, Mickey Rourke discusses a lack of respect for pro wrestling
- 01:55 pm WWE News: WWE News: Rapper 50 Cent details his scuffle with Floyd Mayweather over WrestleMania 24 payday
- 01:20 pm ROH News: ROH News: More details on ROH's WrestleMania 25 weekend shows; new Video Wire (w/VIDEO)
- 01:00 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: The Top Fifteen ROH matches of 2008 Countdown: #13 El Generico & Kevin Steen vs. Naruki Doi & Mastao Yoshino
- 12:28 pm Spotlight Article: "THE WRESTLER" OPENS IN NEW YORK CITY
- 12:21 pm Torch Feedback: ECW TV Reax #1: "Miz & Morrison continue to be the hottest rising stars in WWE ..."
- 12:05 pm WWE News: WWE News: Raw helps USA Network sets ratings record for 2008; Raw wins 2008 honor
- 04:56 am Torch Today: NEW APP NEWS: Announcing a second pro wrestling news app (free) available for download as of this week
- 04:30 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/17: Which WCW wrestler dropped his pants on a December 1999 ABC "Politically Incorrect" show?
- 04:15 am The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/16 ECW TV: Retired XFL jerseys, Rally towels, and Ram Robinson
- 04:05 am The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - ECW TV 12/16: Matt Hardy Gets Lupid, Edge's "Christmas Night" Poem, Skits That Induce Zoning Out
- 03:53 am Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #2: "The best Randy Orton moment was his two-for-the-price-of-one slap across Batista's face that carried into Todd Grisham."
- 12:40 am WWE News: 12/16 WWE in Baltimore, Md.: Detailed report on Smackdown TV event including Jeff Hardy's title win celebration
- 12:14 am VIP Exclusive Features: 12/16 Daily Keller Hotline: Raw In-Depth Analysis including Kelly-Kane-Cameraman, Cody's Upside, Stephanie's Tood (28 min.)
Tuesday, December 16th, 2008
- 11:20 pm TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/15: Batista & Cena vs. Cody & Manu & Orton, Kelly Kelly & Melina vs. Glamazon & Jillian
- 11:12 pm Other News: Other News: Evan Rachel Wood details in-depth the filming of "The Wrestler" and challenges working with Mickey Rourke
- 10:58 pm TNA News: TNA News: Midway Games in deep financial trouble; second TNA video game status detailed
- 10:48 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/16: Answer to which NBA star endorsed Ric Flair and WCW in 1993
- 10:34 pm The Specialists: 12/16 ECW on Sci-Fi Report: Mayer's "alt perspective" report on Punk & Kingston & Ortiz vs. Swagger & Miz & Morrison
- 09:47 pm The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/15 WWE RAW: True love with Kane Kane and Kelly Kelly, Santa Claus, the unpredictable Western Pennsylvania
- 09:25 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S ECW TV REPORT 12/16: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of WWE's Sci-Fi show
- 03:34 pm WWE News: WWE News: Slammys edition of Raw helps USA Network beat ESPN in the weekly ratings
- 03:09 pm Other News: Other News: How do you market a movie about the rough side of pro wrestling? Don't make "The Wrestler" about wrestling
- 02:48 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" director says wrestlers should be part of Hollywood unions
- 02:30 pm ROH News: ROH News: ROH announces they will be running shows on WrestleMania weekend in Houston
- 02:27 pm The Specialists: 12/15 WWE Raw Hits & Misses: Great Tag Matches, Rest of the Show
- 01:38 pm Guest Editorials: EDITORIAL: Triple H, Edge, Randy Orton, Chris Jericho, HBK top contenders to win the 2009 Royal Rumble
- 01:31 pm TV Reports: WWE RAW ROUNDTABLE REVIEWS 12/15: Caldwell, Mitchell, Parks rate and review
- 01:30 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: RADICAN: The Top Fifteen ROH matches of 2008 Countdown: #14 El Generico & Shingo & Dragon Kid vs. Naruki Doi & Masato Yoshino & BxB Hulk
- 12:54 pm Other News: Other News: Mick Foley says whether "The Wrestler" is an accurate movie; how Vince McMahon will respond
- 12:28 pm WWE News: WWE News: Vince McMahon requests personal screening for "The Wrestler" movie
- 12:11 pm Other News: NWA News: Next set of "Wrestling Showcase from Hollywood" TV tapings scheduled for this week (w/VIDEO)
- 11:57 am WWE News: WWE News: Triple H a step closer to major movie role for 2010 "Thor" movie
- 11:35 am Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #1: "They could have really played to the kids by having Cena invite Duggan to team with him and Batista."
- 04:12 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/16: Which NBA star endorsed Ric Flair and WCW Starrcade in December 1993?
- 03:19 am The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - WWE Raw 12/15: Don't Mess With Legacy, Kofi Awakens, Ron Paul Is Kelly Kelly's Boyfriend
- 02:59 am MITCHELL'S TAKE: MOJO MITCHELL'S WWE RAW 12/15: Stream of Snuka, Santa, and the Four Horsemen
- 12:00 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/15 WWE Raw post-game Show: Caldwell and Parks discuss future of Raw, Orton greatness, Cena energized, too much Dolph (7 min. clip)
Monday, December 15th, 2008
Sunday, December 14th, 2008
Saturday, December 13th, 2008
- 10:47 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" called best movie of the year by far by "At the Movies" TV show host
- 07:00 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/13: Answer to who was the third man in an ECW Title match with Steve Austin and The Sandman in December 1995
- 06:27 pm ROH News: ROH News: Update on recent PPV taping and premiere date for next PPV; ROH DVD notes
- 06:08 pm WWE News: WWE News: Trish Stratus comments on returning to WWE, says which Divas she would like to wrestle against
- 06:02 pm Torch Today: PWTORCH is now an APPLE APP! (New Dec. 13!): Announcing PWTorch's launch of our App in the Apple iTunes Store
- 05:24 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 20 - Eddie as a True Champion
- 04:20 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 20 Years Ago PWTorch Back Issue: Jarrett buys into World Class, Columns, News, Comics, Match Reports, Rankings
- 03:23 pm Other News: NWA News: Debut date for next series of NWA Showcase shows on Colours TV (w/VIDEO)
- 03:04 pm The Specialists: 12/12 WWE Smackdown Hits & Misses: Primo vs. Kendrick, Cutting Edge, Triple H vs. Hardy
- 02:52 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" movie condemned by Iran; the entire wrestling industry to follow?
- 02:28 pm The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/12 WWE SMACKDOWN: Triple H and Jeff Hardy start and end, How many ways to avoid Matt Hardy-Edge history
- 02:17 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 2003 Torch Newsletter Series: Rock to return to WWE, Mitchell on Fairplay, Bill Apter Torch Talk begins, McNeill, Powell (#788)
- 01:27 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/13 East Coast Audio: Smackdown - Main Event storylines matter, Undercard storylines don't (7 min. clip)
- 01:20 pm WWE News: WWE News: Jim Ross says surprises are expected at Armageddon PPV on Sunday
- 12:30 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE stock rebounds on Friday after huge Thursday loss; Weekly stock analysis
- 12:08 pm Spotlight Article: FORMER WWE STAR BOBBY LASHLEY MAKING MMA DEBUT SATURDAY NIGHT
- 11:53 am TNA News: TNA News: Al Snow says why he made surprise appearance at TNA Final Resolution PPV last Sunday
- 11:40 am The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - ECW & IMPACT & SMACKDOWN: Sarah Palin vs. Rod Blagojevich at TNA PPV, Worst Catchphrase Feud, WWE Fake News Report 101
- 10:57 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/13: Who was the third man in a Steve Austin vs. The Sandman ECW match from December 1995?
- 01:49 am TNA News: TNA News: TNA uses Curry Man dismissal to mock WWE for how they announce roster cuts (w/VIDEO)
- 01:12 am WWE News: Where Is He Now: Spirit Squad member Mike Mondo says why WWE pulled the plug on the gimmick
- 12:48 am The Specialists: MAGIC, MEMORIES AND MANIA: Ten Promos to Remember - Hogan turns on WCW, Austin 3:16, Shawn Michaels in Montreal
- 12:35 am WWE News: WWE News: Following tonight's Smackdown, WWE adds Divas match to the Armageddon PPV card
Friday, December 12th, 2008
- 11:22 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/12 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 2: Second half of "Journalist Commentary Track" - putting vintage movie in perspective (65 min.)
- 11:20 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/12 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 1: Our "Journalist Commentary Track" for original "The Wrestler" movie from 1974 (65 min.)
- 08:53 pm TV Reports: PARKS' WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT 12/12: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of the show, including HHH vs. Jeff Hardy
- 06:16 pm Other News: Other News: CBS Sports details Bobby Lashley's timeline on when he considered leaving WWE
- 05:59 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/12: Answer to which male and female pairing challenged for WWE Tag Titles on December 2001 Raw
- 05:41 pm TNA News: Ratings News: How did Kurt Angle vs. Brother Ray fare in the TNA Impact ratings?
- 04:04 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/11: Brother Ray beating, Curry Man no good Fire Title shot, throw-it-at-the-wall X Division tournament
- 03:27 pm The Specialists: 12/11 TNA Impact Hits & Misses: Suicide, Feast or Fired Revealed, Ray Challenges Angle
- 03:03 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/12 Real Deal with Pat McNeill Audio: JBL vs. Styles, Lesnar, Siaki Returns & More (5 min clip)
- 02:41 pm WWE News: Ratings News: ECW TV ratings plunge for Finlay & Hornswoggle vs. Henry & Atlas edition
- 01:05 pm WWE News: Ratings News: Complete TV ratings for Three-hour Slammys Raw on Monday night
- 12:19 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/12 East Coast Audio: Impact - Good and the Bad, Foley's in charge now, Where's Rhino? (7 min. clip)
- 12:03 pm WWE News: WWE News: John Cena invited to major Hollywood movie premiere in New York City (UPDATED)
- 11:56 am WWE News: WWE News: John Cena responds to the Jeff Hardy storyline about him being found unconscious
- 11:40 am WWE News: WWE News: Kofi Kingston talks about relationship with C.M. Punk; whether he's on the WWE PPV Sunday
- 11:30 am The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/11 TNA IMPACT: Feast or Fired, the X Division Title mess, and fewer bleeps
- 10:51 am MCNEILL'S TAKE: McNEILL's Mailbag: On WrestleMania, Punk & The DiBiases
- 02:53 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/12: Which male and female pairing challenged for the WWE Tag Team Titles in December 2001?
- 02:33 am TV Reports: TNA Impact 12/11 ALT PERSPECTIVE report by Wilkenfeld: Brother Ray gets the singles push he's always wanted
- 12:30 am The Specialists: PARKS'S BLOG: TNA Impact 12/11: Beer on a Pole? Jeff Jarrett's authority, Team 3D issues with the Frontline
- 12:20 am WWE News: WWE News: WWE stock takes a big hit on Thursday thanks to U.S. Senate vote
Thursday, December 11th, 2008
Wednesday, December 10th, 2008
- 07:31 pm VIP Exclusive Features: VIP - Torch Talk with Lanny Poffo (pt. 8c): Wrestlers stealing from other wrestlers, Hogan-McMahon dynamic, backstage at WWF Superstars tapings in 1980s (questions)
- 07:17 pm VIP Exclusive Features: PWTorch Newsletter #1057/1058 (31 Pages!): Seven Pages of Poffo Torch Talk, TNA PPV coverage, McNeill Reviews DiBiase book, Mitchell on Hogan-Flair dynamic, more!
- 07:04 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/10 Radican Audio Showcase with Burgan: Styles KO's JBL, Slammy Awards, PWG DVD sale, Iron Sheik roast review (Free 5 min. clip)
- 06:57 pm WWE News: WWE News: John Cena back in the gossip pages after trip to New York City last night
- 06:48 pm Other News: Where Is He Now: Former ECW GM Armando Estrada scheduled for first wrestling show since WWE release
- 06:10 pm WWE News: WWE News: How to win an Xbox 360 autographed by WWE stars; contest ends at midnight tonight
- 06:10 pm TV Reports: ECW ON SCI-FI ROUNDTABLE REVIEWS 12/9: Caldwell, Mezzera, Parks rate and review
- 05:56 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 18 - Eddie's Family Rivalry with the Guerrero brothers
- 04:52 pm WWE News: WWE News: Linda McMahon says whether international brand extension is being considered; why WWE makes roster cuts
- 04:13 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/10: Answer to who said this crazy line about Mick Foley (Mankind) on a December 1996 Raw
- 03:53 pm Spotlight Article: WWE BUSINESS STRATEGIES REVEALED AT NYC CONFERENCE
- 03:45 pm WWE News: WWE News: "From the cradle to the grave" - WWE describes strategy of hooking kids on TV product
- 03:35 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: Audio Torch Talk with Lanny Poffo, pt. 8a: Benoit's Hall of Fame merits, why he didn't like working with Rude, memories of headlining against Hulk Hogan (8 min. free clip)
- 03:20 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: Audio Torch Talk with Lanny Poffo, pt. 8b: Elizabeth's return to the national scene in the '90s, reaction to her death (free segment)
- 02:57 pm WWE News: Where Has He Been: Ted DiBiase, Jr.'s whereabouts revealed - where he's filming an upcoming WWE movie
- 02:43 pm WWE News: WWE News: CEO Linda McMahon admits to TV storylines being scripted; defends the art of pro wrestling
- 02:40 pm VIP Exclusive Features: VIP - Torch Talk with Lanny Poffo: Addressing rumors that brother Randy Savage locked Elizabeth in closet during her matches (list of questions)
- 02:17 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 1998 Torch Back Issue Series: Rolling Stone profiles Austin, Bruce Mitchell's Tribute to Brian Hildebrand, Newswire (#524)
- 02:08 pm The Specialists: 12/9 WWE ECW Hits & Misses: Henry - Atlas, Hardy's Promo, Boogeyman, Announcers
- 02:07 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: Audio Torch Talk with Lanny Poffo, pt. 7: Poffo discusses Randy Savage being excluded from the WWE Hall of Fame (6 min. free clip)
- 01:37 pm TV Reports: WWE RAW ROUNDTABLE REVIEWS 12/8: Caldwell, Parks, Roe rate and review
- 12:34 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/10 East Coast Audio: ECW - Miz & Morrison need OT to beat SD jobbers (7 min. clip)
- 12:28 pm Torch Feedback: ECW TV Reax #1: "Striker and Grisham didn't gloat about their Slammy win; they went back to work and showed why they earned it."
- 12:15 pm WWE News: WWE News: Two more matches added to Armageddon PPV line-up after ECW last night (UPDATE)
- 11:38 am Other News: Other News: Party with Trish Stratus at her Christmas party next week; everyone is invited!
- 11:21 am WWE News: WWE News: CEO Linda McMahon presenting at significant news conference in New York City today
- 03:17 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/10: Who said this weird line about Mick Foley (Mankind) on a December 1996 Raw?
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008
- 10:38 pm MMA / UFC Coverage: MMATorch Briefing: Fight Night 16 tomorrow, could it be Koschek's last? Alves next contender for Welterweight Title; Torch welterweight rankings up and more
- 09:56 pm The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/8 WWE RAW: Slammy edition with Admiral Akbar, Tom Hanks, and the Vickie & Edge love story
- 09:31 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S ECW TV REPORT 12/9: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of WWE's Sci-Fi show featuring Finlay & Hornswoggle vs. Henry & Atlas
- 08:13 pm The Specialists: 12/8 WWE Raw Hits & Misses: The Highs and Lows of the Slammy Awards Raw
- 07:00 pm Torch Today: THE DAILY WORD 12/9: Caldwell looks at Torch reader voting for Chris Jericho, Brand Split questions, TNA Knockouts Spin Cycle (w/VIDEOS)
- 06:48 pm The Specialists: Raw Storylines and Feuds - The Slammy Awards edition
- 05:59 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL SPOTLIGHT - Chris Jericho wins Undisputed Title 7 years ago; Vince McMahon talks brand split with the Torch
- 05:46 pm The Specialists: Smackdown Storylines and Feuds - A detailed look at all the major rivalries, plus new ones like Hardy-Kozlov and MVP-Helms
- 04:38 pm Other News: Other News: Mickey Rourke's hardcore training regiment and diet for "The Wrestler" detailed
- 04:25 pm Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/9: Answer to TNA Main Event Mafia members opposite each other on WWE Raw 5 yrs. ago
- 03:59 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 17 - John Cena learns wrestling psychology
- 03:23 pm TNA News: TNA News: The curious case of TNA referee Shane Sewell - background and storyline explained
- 02:10 pm TV Reports: Hulk Hogan's CCW TV Report 12/6: A Champ is Crowned, Would you watch Season 2 ... with Vanilla Ice?
- 02:03 pm WWE News: WWE News: Michelle McCool says WWE banned one of her moves, responds to "haters"
- 01:38 pm Other News: Other News: Oscar preview - "The Wrestler" picks up more award nominations
- 01:31 pm Arena Reports: 12/6 ROH in Nashville: Nigel McGuinness vs. Jerry Lynn, Nigel's infamous post-match promo, Danielson vs. Claudio
- 12:55 pm WWE News: WWE News: Smackdown diva Natalya responds to rumors of a Hart Foundation reunion
- 12:10 pm Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #3: "I knew it was a great show when my wife actually sat with me and watched the entire show."
- 12:08 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: Audio Torch Talk with Lanny Poffo, pt. 6: Details of British Bulldogs-Rougeau Brothers bitter rivalry behind the scenes (Free 8 min. clip)
- 12:03 pm WWE News: WWE News: Key indicator for WWE's fourth quarter financials - early estimates on video game sales
- 11:39 am Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #2: "Two things about the Slammys stood out as being wrong..."
- 03:10 am The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - WWE RAW 12/8: Slammys 2008 with Ortonholes, Awkward Exchanges, Please Rent My Movie Mr. Kennedy
- 03:00 am Torch Trivia: TORCH TRIVIA 12/9: Which two TNA Main Event Mafia members were opposite each other on WWE Raw 5 yrs. ago?
- 02:32 am TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/8 (Hr. 3 of 3): Edge vs. John Cena, Superstar of the Year, Orton & Cody & Manu vs. Triple H & Batista
- 01:47 am PPV Reports: TNA Final Resolution ALT PERSPECTIVE mini-recap by Wilkenfeld
- 01:30 am TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/8 (Hr. 2 of 2): Santino Dry Heaves, Hardy vs. Jericho, MVP vs. MVC, Michaels-Flair Wins
- 12:49 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/8 WWE Raw post-game Audio: Caldwell and Penick discuss Slammys, Armageddon hype, Cena vs. Jericho (7 min. clip)
- 12:00 am TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/8 (Hr. 1 of 2): MVP vs. MVC, John Morrison vs. C.M. Punk, Slammy Awards Begin
Monday, December 8th, 2008
- 11:53 pm Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #1: "Orton continues to be the MVP of WWE right now next to Jericho."
- 11:40 pm Other News: Other News: Scott Hall returning to the ring on ICP show also featuring Raven
- 11:10 pm Torch Feedback: Who was the MVP of the Dec. 8 Raw if you saw the event?
- 11:10 pm Torch Instant Polls: Rate the 12/8 WWE Raw on a 0-10 scale if you saw the event
- 08:57 pm WWE News: WWE News: Live from Philadelphia, Jimmy Rollins from Philadelphia Phillies involved in Raw TV match
- 08:01 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/8: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of three-hour Slammys with Cena vs. Edge
- 07:25 pm WWE News: WWE News: First four awards named for 2008 Slammys including Announcing Team of the Year
- 05:15 pm The Specialists: FAST FORWARD 12/7: Predictions for TNA's Feast or Fired - Hernandez to the heavyweight division, Christopher Daniels fired and re-hired?
- 05:01 pm Torch Flashbacks: MOJO MITCHELL RAW 5 YRS. AGO (12-08-03): Stream of Real Women, Ungallant Guys, Hands of Stone, Hollywood Stars
- 04:57 pm Torch Flashbacks: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 5 YRS. AGO (12-08-03): Goldberg vs. Kane, RVD vs. Batista, Jericho & Christian, Mick Foley in TNA role
- 04:35 pm WWE News: Ratings Analysis: Analyzing 12/1 WWE Raw ratings over the last 5 and 10 weeks; vs. 2007 averages
- 04:17 pm WWE News: WWE News: First award winner already named in the 2008 Slammys prior to Raw tonight
- 03:59 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 16 - Chavo Guerrero's real bond with Eddie
- 03:16 pm ROH News: ROH News: Weekend recap of events in St. Louis and Nashville - Nigel McGuinness vs. Jerry Lynn
- 02:50 pm Other News: Other News: Mickey Rourke initially wanted no part of "The Wrestler," sneak peek of the movie this week
- 02:20 pm WWE News: Where Is He Now: Big Daddy V in upcoming movie; explains why he was fired by WWE
- 02:05 pm WWE News: WWE News: Jeff Hardy, Carlito, and Maria at WWE HQ this week for charity event
- 01:51 pm Other News: Hogan & Flair News: Photos and behind-the-scenes news on Ric Flair and Hulk Hogan together this weekend
- 12:37 pm Other News: Other News: Mickey Rourke wins prestigious award for lead role in "The Wrestler"
- 12:23 pm Other News: Other News: Steve Austin movie co-star arrested following bar room brawl
- 12:14 pm WWE News: Other News: Release date set for Steve Austin's next film after filming completed
- 04:21 am TNA News: TNA News: TNA announces tournament to determine next X Division champion; first round match-ups revealed
- 04:06 am TNA News: TNA News: Quick pocket guide summary of what happened at TNA's Final Resolution PPV
- 03:56 am TNA News: TNA News: Kevin Nash struggling to hold up physically, provides timetable on career goals
- 03:47 am WWE News: WWE News: WWE executive says whether Slammy's award show will be an annual event
- 03:19 am The Specialists: Absurd TNA Final Resolution 12/7 Review: Al Snow Helps Angle, Applauding Nash's Low Blow, Epic Battle of Sewell vs. Bashir Looming
- 01:44 am The Specialists: 12/5 WWE Smackdown Hits & Misses: Helms, Maria vs. McCool, Show vs. Undertaker
- 12:06 am VIP Exclusive Features: 12/7 TNA Final Resolution Post-PPV Audio Show with Wade Keller and Bruce Mitchell (50 min.)
Sunday, December 7th, 2008
- 10:55 pm Torch Instant Polls: Rate the TNA Final Resolution PPV on a 0-10 scale if you saw the event
- 10:55 pm Torch Instant Polls: What was the best match at the TNA Final Resolution PPV if you saw the event?
- 10:33 pm The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/5 WWE SMACKDOWN: Single H, Yo Gabba Gabba, and 7 seconds of terror with Edge and Vickie
- 09:56 pm WWE News: WWE News: Tommy Dreamer says whether he watches TNA, pokes fun at Brother Ray
- 08:02 pm PPV Reports: KELLER'S TNA FINAL RESOLUTION PPV REPORT 12/7: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of live event
- 07:59 pm PPV Reports: CALDWELL'S TNA FINAL RESOLUTION PPV REPORT 12/7: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of live PPV
- 07:21 pm Spotlight Article: 12/7 TNA FINAL RESOLUTION PPV COVERAGE - Styles new champion?
- 07:10 pm The Specialists: KEY MOMENT OF THE WEEK: John Cena Must Go Heel
- 06:02 pm The Specialists: TNA Final Resolution PREVIEW by Wilkenfeld
- 05:33 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/7 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 2: First-hand in-depth report on Charlotte wrestling event with Hogan, Flairs, Steamboat (49 min.)
- 04:06 pm MCNEILL'S TAKE: Deja Vu All Over Again: McNEILL previews TNA Final Resolution 2.0!
- 02:39 pm RADICAN'S TAKE: RADICAN: Iron Sheik gets roasted and hilarity (and controversy!) ensue
- 09:25 am WWE News: WWE News: Jeff Hardy expected by Matt to receive World Title run, concerns about Jeff's health addressed
- 09:16 am WWE News: WWE News: Matt Hardy says how long his body will hold up, updates knee injury, comments on Lita
- 03:43 am The Specialists: Absurd TNA Final Resolution PPV Preview: Wacky Stipulations, the Evil Monster Known as "Feast or Fired," It's Filler Time!
- 03:33 am Other News: Other News: Winner of season one of Hulk Hogan's CCW crowned on Saturday night
- 01:22 am Arena Reports: 12/6 Charlotte, N.C. Event Results: Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Reid Flair, Ricky Steamboat Jr. Rock & Roll Express, David Flair, Nasty Boys
- 12:43 am VIP Exclusive Features: 12/6 Daily Keller Hotline: Tribute to the Troops, Beefcake Lawsuit Update, Ross Predicts Boo-Boo Faces (18 min.)
Saturday, December 6th, 2008
- 04:55 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/6 Mitchell Audio Show, pt. 1: In-person report from Flair appearance, TNA PPV Preview, Raw/Impact ratings analysis (55 min.)
- 04:25 pm Other News: Other News: Problem solved? Brutus Beefcake says whether dispute with Vince McMahon has been resolved
- 04:00 pm MITCHELL'S TAKE: MITCHELL SHORT: Ric Flair Receives The Keys To Greensboro
- 03:50 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 15 - Eddie and Edge the Perfectionists; Must-See Match of the DVD
- 02:51 pm Other News: Hogan News: Jimmy Hart responds to Vince McMahon being upset over his involvement in Hulk Hogan's CCW
- 02:21 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: Free Show! 12/6 Radican Audio Showcase with Burgan (all-ROH edition): Reader mail, former ROH booker calls out Derek, new production values, more! (48 min.)
- 02:18 pm WWE News: WWE News: Jim Ross predicts wrestlers will be upset during Slammy's Award show on Raw
- 02:09 pm Other News: Where Is He Now: Former WWE Attitude era wrestler Kurrgan punches out famous actor filming movie scene
- 02:01 pm TNA News: TNA News: Notes on Final Resolution PPV opening match, Kurt Angle DVD, new wrestler appearing on TV
- 01:35 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/6 East Coast Audio: Smackdown - Edge loves Vickie, Big Show buried, Helms returns (7 min. clip)
- 01:25 pm WWE News: WWE News: Mr. Kennedy tired of being labeled "injury-plagued," hints at in-ring return date
- 01:16 pm WWE News: WWE News: Vince McMahon, John Cena, and Big Show describe Tribute to the Troops experience
- 01:06 pm Other News: Other News: Legendary wrestler broke down and cried after watching "The Wrestler" movie, according to director
- 12:59 pm Other News: Other News: Autopsy results on independent wrestler Steve Bradley reveal additional information on death
- 12:51 pm Other News: Other News: Biggest night of wrestling shows of the year headlined by Flair and Hogan, Kevin Nash, The Sandman
- 12:20 pm The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - IMPACT and SMACKDOWN: Total Nonstop Talking, Call it Monster Rain, Recycled 2007 Edge storylines
- 12:26 am VIP Exclusive Features: 12/5 Daily Keller Hotline: Smackdown Analysis, Impact Ratings Dissected, Bradley's Death (22 min.)
Friday, December 5th, 2008
- 11:46 pm TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT 12/5: Big Show vs. Undertaker in a cage, Triple H & Jeff Hardy forced to team together
- 09:05 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 2003 Torch Newsletter Series: Dutt Torch Talk, Moondog Dies In Ring, Keller's TNA Roster Evaluation, Mitchell Reviews Flair DVD (#787)
- 09:03 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/4 Daily Keller Hotline: Impact analysis - Big Picture Better, Still Lots of Little Things to Clean Up (33 min.)
- 08:21 pm TV Reports: PARKS' WWE SMACKDOWN REPORT 12/5: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of the show, including Big Show vs. Undertaker in a Steel Cage
- 08:21 pm TV Reports: KELLER'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/4: Samoa Joe vs. Booker T (Street Fight!!!), Sting vs. Rhino, Final Resolution's final hype
- 06:36 pm MITCHELL'S TAKE: MITCHELL COLUMN: The Mid-Atlantic And The Gateway Delivers
- 05:26 pm TNA News: Ratings News: TNA draws its highest TV audience ever, but alarming number in final quarter hour
- 05:14 pm Torch Feedback: TNA Impact Reax #1: "The ODB Angle segment with Roxxi and Taylor was painfully bad."
- 05:02 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/5 Real Deal with Pat McNeill Audio: Slammys, Rhino, Jarrett, Flair, Hogan & More (5 min clip)
- 04:21 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 14 - Eddie vs. Jeff Hardy; Eddie the Teacher
- 03:36 pm Other News: Other News: Mickey Rourke says why "The Wrestler" is the best movie he's ever done
- 03:15 pm TNA News: TNA News: Final card for TNA Final Resolution PPV, including all the details on Feast or Fired match
- 03:06 pm Other News: Other News: WWE diva Victoria comments on sudden death of Steve Bradley, former WWE developmental wrestler
- 03:00 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 1998 Torch Back Issue Series: Hogan on Leno on Retirement, Keller's WWF Roster Rankings, Newswire (#523)
- 02:56 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE crew reportedly "physically drained" after wrapping up Tribute to the Troops TV tapings
- 02:08 pm The Specialists: 12/4 TNA Impact Hits & Misses: Mixed Tag, The Code, Trashy Knockouts, Final Video, Over Booking
- 01:18 pm PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/03 Nostalgia Audio: Nostalgia News, This week in wrestling history, AWA Wrestling from 1983, The History of StarrCade, WWF Tuesday in Texas(free clip)
- 01:06 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S TNA IMPACT REPORT 12/4: Sting vs. Rhino, Samoa Joe vs. Booker T, Kevin Nash and Team 3D chit-chat
- 12:57 pm Other News: Other News: Brock Lesnar talks about leaving behind "overbearing" WWE to pursue UFC opportunity
- 11:32 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/5 East Coast Audio: Impact - Team 3D motivational speakers, Silent Joe, Rhino clean over Sting? (7 min. clip)
- 11:25 am WWE News: WWE News: Vince McMahon compares the significance of "Tribute to the Troops" to WrestleMania
- 10:57 am WWE News: WWE News: Kizarny reveals background on carnival freak character; worked with Jake Roberts on character
- 10:48 am Other News: Other News: Bobby Lashley trying to avoid comparisons to Brock Lesnar, according to Paul Heyman
- 04:04 am The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/4 TNA IMPACT: Team 3D's fuzzy math, please buy the PPV, In 10 minutes, another bleep!
- 12:45 am Torch Today: MOBILE-FRIENDLY PWTORCH: Just enter "PWTorch.com" into your mobile browser and access phone-friendly version
Thursday, December 4th, 2008
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008
- 11:59 pm The Specialists: UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - 12/1 WWE RAW: Hi, I'm Alex Carmago, Slammy for best groin pull, Some award love for Shane McMahon?
- 07:59 pm Other News: Hogan News: Viewership drops for Week 7 of Hulk Hogan's CCW; positive news in the numbers
- 07:09 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/3 Daily Keller Hotline: Flair and Hogan interview thoughts, Raw ratings up again, Loaded Raw Line-up, more (16 min.)
- 07:00 pm The Specialists: 12/2 WWE ECW Hits & Misses: Swagger, DX, MVP vs. Hardy
- 05:48 pm WWE News: WWE News: Matt Hardy picks his favorite career wrestling match; discusses high-flying style early in career
- 05:27 pm The Specialists: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 13 - Eddie vs. Rob Van Dam; Eddie overcomes personal pain
- 05:13 pm Other News: Interview Highlights: Flair tells funny hospital story, plus Hogan-WM, McMahon's treatment of wrestlers, David Von Erich
- 04:29 pm TNA News: TNA News: PPV main event signed for this weekend's TNA house shows; house show line-ups prior to Sunday's PPV
- 04:03 pm The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY REPORT - A COMMON TALE: How Cena Became The Hero Of The Entire WWE Universe
- 03:56 pm WWE News: WWE News: Michael Cole and Joey Styles provide updates from Iraq; new features to Tribute show this year
- 03:32 pm WWE News: WWE News: Gregory Helms talks about emotional return to the ring after injury rehab and deaths in his family
- 03:04 pm Other News: Other News: "The Wrestler" up for several award nominations; famous actor complements Mickey Rourke on lead role
- 02:50 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE tops another most-searched-for list; John Cena more popular than Brett Favre
- 12:52 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE announces top candidates for their Match of the Year award; major snub for top feud
- 12:40 pm WWE News: Ratings News: WWE Raw delivers another strong increase with John Cena's in-ring return
- 12:24 pm Other News: Hogan News: Hulk Hogan discusses CCW feud against Vince McMahon, puts over Samoa Joe, discusses WrestleMania 25 opponents
- 11:00 am Torch Feedback: ECW TV Reax #1: "There was a good sign that MVP isn't a totally lost cause..."
- 03:19 am WWE News: WWE News: Colt Cabana posts most awesome blog ever; Roderick Strong makes WWE appearance
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008
- 10:42 pm VIP Exclusive Features: 12/2 Daily Keller Hotline: Cena-Jericho hype, TNA PPV hype, Impact quarter hour ratings, SD ratings (16 min.)
- 09:50 pm MITCHELL'S TAKE: MITCHELL SHORT: How WWE's Jim Ross Can Save College Football's Bowl Championship Series
- 09:17 pm TV Reports: CALDWELL'S ECW TV REPORT 12/2: Ongoing "virtual time" coverage of WWE's Sci-Fi show featuring Matt Hardy vs. MVP
- 08:44 pm WWE News: Ratings News: WWE Smackdown sets another ratings record with Beat the Clock episode
- 08:12 pm Torch Feedback: WWE Smackdown, TNA Impact, and Hulk Hogan CCW Reax #1: "As the weeks have progressed, Hulk has moved more toward the center of attention"
- 07:56 pm TNA News: Ratings News: TNA Impact viewership increases on Thanksgiving, but key demographics take a hit
- 06:44 pm ROH News: ROH News: New Video Wire including footage of Samoa Joe's return to ROH (w/VIDEO)
- 06:02 pm Other News: Where Is She Now: Former WWE diva Torrie Wilson describes leaving company and Vince McMahon's broken promise
- 05:55 pm MMA / UFC Coverage: Just Released: MMATorch Middleweight Rankings - Anderson Silva, Lawler, Franklin, Trigg, Cote, Bisping...
- 05:36 pm TNA News: TNA News: Kurt Angle describes mindset coming into WWE; Mick Foley complements himself on evaluating Angle
- 05:20 pm CALDWELL'S TAKE: CALDWELL'S MEDIA CLUB: Eddie Guerrero DVD review Day 12 - Eddie vs. Matt Hardy; dealing with a void in life
- 04:26 pm TV Reports: WWE RAW ROUNDTABLE REVIEWS 12/1: Mitchell, Caldwell, Mezzera, Parks rate and review
- 04:23 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE crew headed overseas to Iraq; update from Joey Styles and The Miz
- 04:19 pm VIP Exclusive Features: PWTorch Newsletter #1056 (18 Pages!): Mitchell Feature Column on Mid-Atlantic TV Taping, Radican's Angle DVD Review
- 02:17 pm The Specialists: 12/1 WWE Raw Hits & Misses: Jericho, Glamarella, JBL's Offer, End of the Show
- 01:49 pm WWE News: WWE News: WWE slammed by news outlet for inclusion in Yahoo's top searches of 2008
- 01:22 pm WWE News: WWE News: Jerry Lawler describes his cover art for "Headlocked" series comic book
- 12:35 pm Other News: Hogan News: Hulk Hogan's CCW picks up new TV distribution deal starting in two weeks
- 12:20 pm MITCHELL'S TAKE: MOJO MITCHELL'S RAW 12/1: Stream of Chris Jericho - Responsible Parent; Rey Mysterio - Arm Hurts; DX - Torn and Frayed...
- 12:14 pm The Specialists: THE ABSURDITY OF IT ALL - WWE RAW 12/1: Ortonholes unite, Poor man's HBK is now HBK, Son of Jericho must watch TNA then, Knox stare down song
- 11:45 am WWE News: WWE News: Armando Estrada issues statement following WWE release
- 11:24 am Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #3: "Chris Jericho's opening promo was reliably brilliant."
- 11:05 am Torch Flashbacks: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 5 YRS. AGO (12-01-03): Batista & Randy Orton, Christian and Chris Jericho bet on Trish, Mick Foley as executive share...er...consultant
- 11:02 am Torch Flashbacks: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 5 YRS. AGO (11-24-03): Raw Roulette, Goldberg vs. Triple H, Shawn Michaels & Chris Jericho vs. Ric Flair & Batista
- 10:47 am Torch Feedback: WWE Raw Reax #2: "The John Cena honeymoon is already over."
- 01:56 am VIP Exclusive Features: 12/1 Daily Keller Hotline: Raw gets back to the basics of building feuds - and it works (25 min.)
- 01:03 am TV Reports: KELLER'S WWE RAW REPORT 12/1: John Cena vs. Kane, Melina vs. Jillian Hall, Stephanie announces huge Raw next week
- 12:27 am PWTorch Free Podcast: 12/1 WWE Raw post-game Show: Caldwell and Parks discuss Jericho beat down on John Cena, show filled with missing chapters (7 min. clip)
Monday, December 1st, 2008
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