411 Wrestling Interviews Podcast

The Spectaculars discuss their NWA US Tag Team Title shot against The Fixers at NWA Hard Times 3, their plans for new title belts if they win and more.

0:00: Intro
2:26: On how they're feeling going into the PPV
4:30: On if the match feels like redemption after the inaugural battle royal to crown new champions
5:17: On whether the Fixers are making a mockery of the titles
6:32: On their plans for new title belts when they win
7:52: On having respect for The Fixers
9:04: On the key to being Spectacular
9:53: On the new era of the NWA
12:23: On their message to the Fixers ahead of the PPV
13:07: On where to find them online
14:30: Outro

#NWA #NWAHardTimes3 #TheSpectaculars

Jon Alba discusses his new podcast with Matt Hardy "The Extreme Life Of Matt Hardy," the planned format of the show and how it will cover Hardy's career, Toni Storm's release, the NXT 2.0 relaunch, WWE's recent COVID-19 outbreak and more.

0:00: Intro
2:02: On his podcast with Matt Hardy came together, first conversations with Hardy about the project
4:37: On the planned format of the show, how it's different from other podcasts
5:56: On the longevity of Hardy's career, how he's stayed ahead of the curve and influence in the business
9:50: On how the podcast will cover Hardy's career, tackling Matt and Jeff's personal hardships on the show
12:26: On possibly doing a book project with Matt, the early response to the podcast
13:50: On his other podcasts on AdFreeShows, whether this podcast will impact the other ones
14:59: On WWE's recent COVID-19 outbreak
16:33: On the NXT 2.0 relaunch, whether it's a result of the brand losing the "Wednesday Night War" and Toni Storm's release
19:20: On WWE's attempt to do the Broken Universe as the "Woken Universe," planning to discuss it on the podcast
21:13: On where to find the podcast and where to find him online
24:09: Outro

#JonAlba #MattHardy #ExtremeLifeOfMattHardy 

Chelsea Green discusses her time in WWE and arrival in ROH and Impact, whether she plans to sign anywhere, teaming with fiance Matt Cardona and her reaction to his bloody  GCW battle with Nick Gage, her advice for recent WWE releases and more.

0:00: Intro
1:41: On her "rebirth" by appearing for ROH, Impact, and NWA, not signing anywhere right away
3:20: On her broken arm and her struggles fighting her way back from it
5:26: On the importance of reinventing herself in wrestling
5:53: On the ROH Women's Title tournament, scouting the competitors and her involvement
7:14: On her return to Impact Wrestling at Slammiversary, teaming with Matt Cardona
9:42: On her reaction to Cardona's bloody battle in GCW
11:19: On her storyline with the Robert Stone Brand, if she would have rather spent more time in NXT
12:52: On her future plans and if she's open to signing with a company, possibly working in Japan
14:30: On her advice for those who have been released by WWE recently
17:08: On her reaction to getting her first action figure of herself
19:31: Where to find her online
20:53: Outro

#ChelseaGreen #ChelseaGreenInterview

ROH star and Free the Narrative creator EC3 discusses his match with Flip Gordon at ROH Best in the World, reinventing himself in 2020 after his WWE release, expanding the Free the Narrative brand, his hospitalization due to an infection and more.

0:00: Intro
1:15: On helping usher fans back in to ROH at Best in the World
3:59: On his matchup with Flip Gordon at the PPV
5:22: On reinventing himself in 2020 after his WWE release
7:43: On turning "essential" into a catchphrase as the word became relevant during the pandemic 
9:50: On WWE releasing talent in April, a year after the initial pandemic releases
12:01: On the expansion and future of of the Free the Narrative brand
14:40: On the importance of experimentation and trying new things in wrestling
16:47: On if he will chase the ROH Pure or World Titles after he's done with Flip Gordon
18:41: On the rise of companies working together for crossovers
20:32: On his short-lived WWE 24/7 storyline with Drake Maverick
21:40: On whether he'll be part of the ROH Glory by Honor tour
22:17: On being hospitalized earlier this year due to an infection
26:38: How fans can a better control over themselves and their own narratives
29:53: Where to find him online
33:03: Outro

Producer/co-creator Evan Husney and director/co-creator Jason Eisener talk about the third season of their VICE TV docuseries, the episodes on Brian Pillman and Ultimate Warrior, possible season four episodes, doing the season during the pandemic, and more.

Introduction (0:00)
On treating the darkest stories like Owen Hart and Chris Benoit with gravity and avoiding sensationalism (1:16)
On getting 14 episodes for season three and approaching that challenge (4:47)
On putting the season together and producing it amid the challenges of the pandemic (7:30)
On the Brian Pillman episode and Brian Pillman Jr.'s involvement (9:06)
On their approach to the Ultimate Warrior episode and what to expect from it (12:14)
On if they have any ideas for a possible season four and what topic they want to cover (15:15)
Outro (18:33)

MLW star Gino Medina discusses his match with Richard Holliday for the Caribbean Heavyweight Championship this week, his exit from The Dynasty, training under Booker T, dealing with the hiatus caused by the pandemic, and more.

0:00: Intro
1:44: On how he's feeling going into his match with Holliday
2:35: On his exit from the Dynasty and what really happened
3:44: On why he thinks he never clicked with the Dynasty
4:34: On his match with Holliday and if there are any hard feelings going into it
6:10: On if his undefeated streak proves he never needed the Dynasty
8:48: On fans can expect from the match
9:34: On his plans for the title if he wins, giving Savio Vega a title shot
10:43: On dealing with MLW's hiatus due to the pandemic
12:05: On MLW's safety protocols since they returned, possible timetable for fans to return
15:34: On signing his first multi-year contract with MLW in 2019
17:07: On his experience training under Booker T
18:37: Is 2021 the year or Gino Medina?
19:27: Where to find him online
20:32: Outro

Alexander Hammerstone discusses MLW's Restart, potentially aligning with the Von Erics against CONTRA-UNIT, how he stayed motivated during the pandemic, what to expect from MLW and The Dynasty, and more.

0:00: Intro
1:50: On how it feels for MLW to finally be back
2:35: On his lengthy time off due to the pandemic, fans being deprived of The Dynasty
4:02: On MLW's new distribution partners in Fubo TV and DAZN
5:00: On the surreality of the MLW/AAA show being the last major show with lots of fans in North America, the pandemic lasting so long
8:03: On his plans for defending the MLW Middleweight Title going forward, planning to chase the World Title & potential matchups
11:03: On how Richard Holliday is doing after his tanning oil incident
11:43: On potentially aligning with the Von Erichs against CONTRA-UNIT, why CONTRA is attacking MLW
13:53: On staying motivated and sane during the pandemic
16:01: On his message for any opponents who think he might have ring rust coming back
17:22: On Richard Holliday's coffee obsession
18:08: On if The Dynasty consider themselves the premiere faces of MLW
22:02: On MLW making sure they're able to come back safely, how he feels about MLW's COVID-19 protocols
23:18: On what to expect from MLW and The Dynasty for The Restart
25:08: Where to find him online
26:07: Outro

The Dynasty's Richard Holliday discusses MLW's return with The Restart, what to expect from the Dynasty for the new era, CONTRA-UNIT wanting to block the restart, MLW's COVID-19 protocols, his new contract with the company, and more.

0:00: Intro

2:06: On how his face & skin is feeling after his tanning oil incident

3:52: On MLW returning for The Restart, what to expect from the Dynasty

5:12: On Alexander Hammerstone teaming with the Von Erichs against CONTRA-UNIT, if he's willing do the same

7:16: On MLW's new deals with Fubo TV and DAZN, his message for new MLW viewers

8:47: On if ring rust is going to be a favor for him

9:15: On why he thinks CONTRA-UNIT wants to block The Restart

10:15: On if he had any idea the MLW/AAA show would be the last big show before lockdown, if he's gone stir-crazy

12:54: On MLW's COVID-19 protocols, how they're handling safety for talent

14:31: On recently signing a new multi-year contract with MLW, seeing himself and Hammerstone as faces of the company

16:50: On the arrival of combat sport veterans in MLW

18:18: On if we can see Funko Pops & action figures for him anytime soon, developing his own coffee blend

22:15: On MLW taking their COVID protocols seriously

23:32: Where to find him online

24:55: Outro

MLW Middleweight Champion Myron Reed discusses MLW's return and why he's a face of the company, their new deals with DAZN and Fubo, the craziness of being part of the last major indy show before the shutdown, who he's looking forward to facing, his wrestling inspirations growing up, his new single, and more.

0:00: Intro
1:41: On MLW's return, seeing himself as a face of the company for their restart.
2:50: On MLW's new deals with DAZN and Fubo providing new opportunities to expand.
3:38: On being part of the AAA/MLW show just before the shutdown, dealing with the forced time off.
6:08: On if he had any ring rust stepping back into the ring, if he feels like he's in full ring shape.
7:26: On handling MLW's plans for whether there will be fans or not, working without fans in attendance.
9:24: On MLW's different weight-based divisions giving the company an MMA feel
10:26: On who he's hoping to defend his title against, his thoughts on Brian Pillman Jr.
11:55: On the key to training safely during the pandemic, MLW's COVID-19 compliance procedures.
14:27: On if other promotions are doing enough to safeguard talent from COVID-19.
16:25: On Court Bauer being able to negotiate new distribution deals during MLW's shutdown.
18:39: On which wrestlers who inspired him as characters growing up.
20:13: On his message for new viewers watching MLW for the first time upon its return
21:15: On if he plans to target Dynasty and the Openweight Title.
21:34: Where to find him online.
22:54: Outro

MLW star Kevin Ku discusses signing his first major contract at MLW, Dominic Garrini's influence on his deciding to sign there, making his debut in a new era for MLW, the company's safety procedures during the pandemic, who he plans to target when he arrives, how his style has evolved over the last couple of years, learning from the likes of Ivar and Tommaso Ciampa, and more.

0:00: Intro
1:39: On his MLW start being delayed due to the pandemic, making debut in a new era for MLW.
2:57: On signing his first major contract of his career with MLW.
3:54: On the plans for MLW's taping, COVID-19 safeguards and safety policy, wrestling without fans.
5:49: On the wrestling industry shutting down during the pandemic, how it's affected him & keeping in ring shape.
8:49: On his tag partner Dominic Garrini also being in MLW, how that factored into his signing on, looking forward to working with him there.
10:10: On MLW having an MMA-oriented portion of its roster, adding a sense of realism back into wrestling.
11:16: On his greatest mentors in wrestling, being trained by Ivar, learning from Eddie Edwards & Tommaso Ciampa.
13:33: On MLW taking the extra steps to make sure talent is safe in the pandemic, being put at ease by their actions.
15:09: On MLW's new deals Fubo Network and DAZN providing him with a big opportunity.
16:01: On the origin of his mantra 'Violence is Forever.'
17:07: On who he's targeting coming into MLW, wanting the MLW Tag Team Championships.
17:27: On previously classifying himself as a technical wrestler and how that's changed over the last couple of years.
18:57: On where to find him online.
20:34: Outro