Voices of Wrestling
The flagship show of a sprawling podcast network, offering long-form, often irreverent, analysis of pro wrestling from WWE to global promotions.
The Flagship is a weekly, multi-hour roundtable discussion that serves as the centerpiece of the Voices of Wrestling network. Hosts Joe Lanza and Rich Kraetsch provide exhaustive previews of major upcoming shows from nearly every significant promotion worldwide, alongside reviews and opinionated commentary on wrestling news. The tone is a mix of deep analysis and the casual, humorous banter of long-time friends, complete with inside jokes and occasional non-wrestling segments. [hYVQM-MHCPQ]
“The show's primary distinction is its sheer breadth and depth, treating promotions from Japan, Mexico, and the US indie scene with the same analytical rigor as WWE and AEW. The hosts' long-running chemistry and the network's reputation give them an insider-adjacent perspective that sets them apart from more fan-oriented podcasts.”
Who hosts this show
Voices of Wrestling began in 2011 when founder Rich Kraetsch was inspired by a live WWE event to start a podcast. He was soon joined by co-host Joe Lanza, and together they evolved the show from fan histories and wrestler interviews to its current news and opinion format. What started as a single podcast has grown into VoicesofWrestling.com and a diverse network of shows covering nearly every facet of the wrestling world. The Flagship Podcast, hosted by Kraetsch and Lanza, remains the network's anchor program.
Credentials & credits
- Founder, Voices of Wrestling (Rich Kraetsch)
- Co-founder, Voices of Wrestling (Joe Lanza)
- Hosts, The Flagship Podcast
Other ventures
- VoicesofWrestling.com (pro wrestling news and opinion site)
- VOW Flagship Plus (Patreon/premium content)
- VOW Match of the Year Poll (annual polling of wrestlers, journalists, and historians)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Emerald FlowShow #107: All By MyselfJun 27, 2026 · 1h 23m
- 02The Flagship: Forbidden Door, Night of Champions, Slammiversary, AJPW, G1 & more!Jun 26, 2026 · 3h 46m
- 03Shake Them Ropes. PreviewsJun 25, 2026 · 50 min
- 04Open The Voice Gate - Dragongate Trouble in Hakata!Jun 24, 2026 · 1h 28m
- 05Music of the Mat Remix: Personal DemonsJun 23, 2026 · 2h 26m
- 06413 Super J-Cast Dominion Review / G1 AnnouncementsJun 21, 2026 · 1h 58m
- 07Wrestling Omakase #301: STARDOM The Conversion Live from Japan w/ MattJun 21, 2026 · 57 min
- 08Days of Thunder #102: He Got That Dog With HimJun 19, 2026 · 1h 45m
Notable episodes
- 01The Flagship: Forbidden Door, Night of Champions, Slammiversary, AJPW, G1 & more!
A representative example of the show's signature format: a massive, multi-hour preview of a packed wrestling weekend covering five different promotions.
- 02Shake Them Ropes. Previews
An episode from a different show on the VOW network ('Shake Them Ropes' with Rob and Jeff), showcasing the network's diverse range of host voices and show formats.
- 03Emerald FlowShow #107: All By Myself
An episode from the 'Emerald FlowShow', focusing exclusively on Japanese wrestling (NOAH and All Japan), highlighting the network's niche-specific content.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a co-hosted discussion show, not a narrative or scripted series. The format is loose and conversational, often running over three hours, blending detailed match-by-match previews with broader industry talk and personal anecdotes. [hYVQM-MHCPQ, 15] The show is not an interview-based format; it relies entirely on the dynamic between the two main hosts. [hYVQM-MHCPQ]
Signature segments
- · Intro montage of humorous sound clips from past episodes [hYVQM-MHCPQ]
- · Live "break" of vintage sports trading card packs [hYVQM-MHCPQ]
- · Exhaustive weekend previews covering multiple promotions
- · Bouncin' Around the Indies/Japan
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The Flagship podcast is a co-hosted discussion format and does not typically feature guests for interviews. [hYVQM-MHCPQ]
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Sponsorship appears to be managed through RedCircle, as noted in episode descriptions. The network heavily cross-promotes its own slate of podcasts, such as "Open The Voice Gate" and "The Good, The Bad, and The Hungy," within its shows. [hYVQM-MHCPQ, 15]
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the main hosts?
- The flagship podcast is hosted by Voices of Wrestling co-founders Rich Kraetsch and Joe Lanza.
- Is this one podcast or a network?
- Voices of Wrestling is a podcast network with numerous shows covering different wrestling promotions and topics. This dossier focuses on its main show, 'The Flagship Podcast'.
- Is this an interview show?
- No, The Flagship is a co-hosted discussion and analysis show. While the network's founders have conducted interviews in the past, the current format does not feature guest interviews. [6, hYVQM-MHCPQ]
- What kind of wrestling do they cover?
- They cover a wide array of global professional wrestling, including major companies like WWE and AEW, Japanese promotions like NJPW and NOAH, and various independent promotions.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, the network releases multiple podcast episodes daily, with new episodes of The Flagship appearing weekly.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcasts are available on the Voices of Wrestling website, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and other major podcast platforms.
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- [01]About Voices of Wrestlingvoicesofwrestling.com
- [02]Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network | RedCircleredcircle.com
- [03]Voices of Wrestling Podcast Networkvoicesofwrestling.com
- [04]r/SquaredCircle: What's the Wreddit's opinion on Voices of Wrestling (Joe Lanza / Rich Kraetch )reddit.com
- [05]VOW Flagship - YouTube Transcriptyoutube.com
- [06]VOW Flagship - Audioboomaudioboom.com
- [07]Voices of Wrestling - Official Sitevoicesofwrestling.com
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