NJPW Official English Podcast

The official English podcast of New Japan Pro Wrestling!

Road to the Tokyo Dome Begins, World Tag League 2025 Analysis

On this month's episode of the Official NJPW English Podcast, hosts Walker Stewart and Chris Charlton talk about the sold out Tokyo Dome set for Jan. 4, 2026, and its recent announcements. Plus, World Tag League 2025 predictions and expectations heading into the final tournament of the year in NJPW. Join the conversation using the hashtag #njpwPOD and follow us on social media to never miss a moment: English Website: www.njpw1972.com   X: @njpwglobal Instagram: @njpw_global Facebook: @njpwglobal YouTube: @njpwglobal   Walker Stewart on X: @velvetvoicews   Chris Charlton on X: @reasonjp Listen now for all the latest NJPW news, updates, and previews!

11-17
01:12:42

Talking King of Pro-Wrestling 2025, Recapping Destruction in Kobe 2025

On this month's episode of the Official NJPW English Podcast, hosts Walker Stewart and Chris Charlton recap the happenings from a lengthy Destruction series, plus talk all things on the short ride to King of Pro-Wrestling 2025 in Ryogoku Kokugikan. Join the conversation using the hashtag #njpwPOD and follow us on social media to never miss a moment: English Website: www.njpw1972.com   X: @njpwglobal Instagram: @njpw_global Facebook: @njpwglobal YouTube: @njpwglobal   Walker Stewart on X: @velvetvoicews   Chris Charlton on X: @reasonjp Listen now for all the latest NJPW news, updates, and previews!

10-03
57:15

Goodbye, Summer! Hello, Fall! Talking the Road to Destruction | Episode #5

On this month's episode of the Official NJPW English Podcast, hosts Walker Stewart and Chris Charlton break down the results of G1 Climax 35 (and some Forbidden Door talk). Plus, they set the scene for a wild Autumn ride throughout the Road to Destruction series into King of Pro-Wrestling 2025.  Join the conversation using the hashtag #njpwPOD and follow us on social media to never miss a moment: English Website: www.njpw1972.com Join the fan club for special news, events, access to our Discord and more!  https://shop.njpw1972.com/pages/team-njpw-usa   X: @njpwglobal Instagram: @njpw_global Facebook: @njpwglobal YouTube: @njpwglobal   Walker Stewart on X: @velvetvoicews   Chris Charlton on X: @reasonjp Listen now for all the latest NJPW news, updates, and previews!  

09-11
51:52

Talking New Japan Soul 2025, Previewing G1 Climax 35

This time on the Official NJPW English Podcast, hosts Walker Stewart and Chris Charlton break down the results and from Tanahashi Jam and the New Japan Soul tour leading into G1 Climax 35. In this special edition of the podcast, Walker and Chris offer their estimations for the G1 Climax 35 winner, plus their hopes for this year's tournament overall. Join the conversation using the hashtag #njpwPOD and follow us on social media to never miss a moment: English Website: www.njpw1972.com   X: @njpwglobal Instagram: @njpw_global Facebook: @njpwglobal YouTube: @njpwglobal   Walker Stewart on X: @velvetvoicews   Chris Charlton on X: @reasonjp Listen now for all the latest NJPW news, updates, and previews!

07-10
01:02:06

Best of the Super Junior 32 Recap, Remembering Salman Hashimikov, Dominion Preview

This time on the Official NJPW English Podcast, hosts Walker Stewart and Chris Charlton dive into the legacy and pro wrestling career of former IWGP Heavyweight Champion Salman Hashimikov. Plus, your hosts recap their post-match thoughts from the Best of the Super Junior 32 final, and preview the Dominion card set for June 15 in Osaka.  Join the conversation using the hashtag #njpwPOD and follow us on social media to never miss a moment: English Website: www.njpw1972.com   X: @njpwglobal Instagram: @njpw_global Facebook: @njpwglobal YouTube: @njpwglobal   Walker Stewart on X: @velvetvoicews   Chris Charlton on X: @reasonjp Listen now for all the latest NJPW news, updates, and previews!  

06-11
56:14

Remembering Sabu, Discussing Best of the Super Junior 32 | Official NJPW English Podcast

This time on the NJPW Official English Podcast, hosts Walker Stewart and Chris Charlton discuss the history (and their personal memories) of former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion Sabu. They also take you through their own thoughts and predictions near the midpoint of Best of the Super Junior 32.  Join the conversation and follow us on social media to never miss a moment: Sabu's GoFundMe Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/celebrate-sabu-a-wrestling-legends-farewell English Website: www.njpw1972.com   X: @njpwglobal Instagram: @njpw_global Facebook: @njpwglobal YouTube: @njpwglobal   Walker Stewart on X: @velvetvoicews   Chris Charlton on X: @reasonjp

05-19
34:26

NJPW Official English podcast Returns! Windy City Riot Previewed 【NJoA】

On this week's episode of the NJPW Official English Podcast, hosts Walker Stewart and Chris Charlton dive into all the thrilling action from Sakura Genesis 2025 and take a look ahead to the excitement of Windy City Riot 2025! Get their expert insights on the top matches, shocking moments, and the stories unfolding in New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Whether you missed Sakura Genesis or want to gear up for Windy City Riot, this episode has everything you need to stay up to date on NJPW's action-packed calendar! Join the conversation and follow us on social media to never miss a moment: English Website: www.njpw1972.com   X: @njpwglobal Instagram: @njpw_global Facebook: @njpwglobal YouTube: @njpwglobal   Walker Stewart on X: @velvetvoicews   Chris Charlton on X: @reasonjp Listen now for all the latest NJPW news, updates, and previews!

04-10
37:01

STRONG Sessions special: Lion's Break Crown

Kevin Kelly kicks off with all eight Lion's Break Crown participants before the tournament starts on September 25!

09-18
01:50:14

STRONG Sessions #2: Fred Rosser

With his NJPW debut coming up Friday night on NJPW STRONG, Kevin Kelly introduces us to the remarkable individual that is Mr. No Days Off, Fred Rosser.

09-01
12:24

STRONG Sessions #1: PJ Black

In STRONG Sessions, Kevin Kelly sits down with the top athletes of NJPW STRONG for revealing interviews! First up is an established veteran with a daredevil spirit new to NJPW, PJ Black!

08-28
16:40

NJPW Official English Podcast: Karl Fredericks on KENTA & NJPW STRONG!

Karl Fredericks joins the Official English Podcast to discuss his time on Lion's Break Collision, graduating from the LA Dojo, facing KENTA in New Japan Cup USA and more!

08-03
37:15

NJPW Official English Podcast: Lion's Break Collision with Rocky Romero!

Rocky Romero stops by to talk about Lion's Break Collision debuting Friday July 3 on NJPW World! Find out about the concept of the show, how it's produced, and what new names will be in action every Friday!

06-30
40:17

NJPW Return Special! New Japan Cup Preview!

To celebrate NJPW's return, Gino Gambino and Kevin Kelly join a special video episode, but if you just want the audio, it's right here!

06-13
01:07:15

NJPW Official English Podcast: Watching along with Gino and Kevin!

This time on the official English podcast, Gino Gambino and Kevin Kelly are back to talk about a match from the NJPW World archives in real time, as Kazuchika Okada meets Karl Anderson in the 2012 G1 Climax Final!

04-30
47:38

NJPW Official English Podcast: Stay Home Beers with David Finlay

David Finlay stops by the English podcast to discuss his time at home in Atlanta, the IWGP Tag Team Championship landscape, and to take listener questions!

04-20
38:34

NJPW Official English Podcast: At Home with Robbie Eagles!

Robbie Eagles gives an update from his home about how he's affected by the current Coronavirus situation, his training for NJPW's return, and who he most wants to face and team with when we get back to business!

04-13
36:14

NJPW Official English Podcast: Strong Style Greats With Scott Norton!

The legendary Scott Norton joins the Official English Podcast! 'Flash' reflects on his career in Japan, and talks about three great matches from the NJPW World archives, against Vader, Hashimoto and Nagata! Don't forget to pick up Scott's book 'Strong Style' where books are sold!

04-06
50:00

NJPW Official English Podcast: Working from home with Rocky Romero!

Rocky Romero joins us from his home for another remote edition of the NJPW official English podcast! Rocky takes questions from fans, before discussing how he and NJPW have been dealing with the current global situation.

03-31
01:02:06

NJPW Official English Podcast: House Call with Kevin Kelly & Gino Gambino!

As events are cancelled, Kevin Kelly and Gino Gambino are left home with nothing live to announce, but that didn't stop this remote edition of the NJPW Official English Podcast, as fans get a unique insight into life behind the commentary desk!

03-23
01:03:18

NJPW Official English Podcast: Will Ospreay's Half Term

Will Ospreay returns to the official English podcast to discuss Wrestle Dynasty in Madison Square Garden, cancelled NJPW events in March and much more besides!

03-16
40:17

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