News On Jake Roberts' Inductor, WWE Interested In Talk Shows & Podcasts, Network Launch

- Jake Roberts noted on Twitter that he will announce his WWE Hall of Fame inductor soon. Jake said it "should be obvious" who the inductor is, leading fans to speculate that Diamond Dallas Page will be doing the honors. In regards to wrestling another match for WWE, Jake said "never say never" but nothing is planned as of now.

- When the WWE Network officially launches on February 24th at 11:05pm EST, it will kick off with a live RAW post-show. As noted, fans can begin signing up and viewing Network content at 9am that morning.

- As noted, WWE launched their first podcast earlier this week with Renee Young interviewing Shawn Michaels about WrestleMania. Officials are looking at doing more podcasts with the success of Steve Austin and Chris Jericho's projects. The company is also looking at doing touring talk shows in comedy clubs after the success Mick Foley has had.

Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

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