Ask Me ANYTHING About SummerSlam 2024

[@Dporticus]

For the first 24 hours this video is live, I will answer any reasonable question regarding the trip in this comment section, so if you missed out on submitting one for the video, go nuts! Just make it a separate comment and NOT a reply to this comment. Maybe even drop a 'Like' on the video so more people can come across it!

[@TheSmackShow]

You’re quickly becoming one of my go to wrestling KZbinrs. Hard to believe that you’re still relatively new to the product. You talk like a pro! Keep up the good work man! You inspire me to up my content game.

[@Dporticus]

Thank you!

[@erikcarlson6374]

About sound recording: in an open air stadium much of the sound goes straight up but doesn't have a roof to bounce off, so at the ring where the mics are doesn't receive sound at the same volume as it does for arena shows. Makes it sound quieter if they're not specifically recording the crowd for noise.

[@ZBatt1]

I noticed the crowd standing and sitting in sync, I know that can be a part of the show but it does make sense with people further away having an obscured view for staff to step in. Thanks for the info! Never been to a show myself but hoping to go soon.

[@Optilliam]

Anyone worried about going alone, the stress goes away after you figure things out, and you'll be fine after that first time. (Frequent event attendee by myself)

[@Louback33]

I concur. I’m the only wrestling fan amongst my group of friends, so I’ve been to a few shows by myself. It’s totally fine, and sometimes you make new friends. So don’t let that stop you if you’re thinking of going

[@jamesbarwis4533]

I’ve done a few alone and after first event it gets much easier alone and wrestling fans are all really nice made loads of friends

[@averyifyoudlike3707]

i watched summerslam at home, and the crowd was NOT dead. to me, it was as loud as the average arena show, and knowing that it was in a stadium made that fact very impressive. coupled with my own excitement, it was very very electric. i think the person who thought the cleveland crowd was dead might be comparing it to LOUD arena shows (ie backlash in france, chicago, canadian shows, etc.). which, let’s be honest, no stadium can compete with LOUD arenas.

[@Dporticus]

We can't all be France lol I think you're spot on though.

[@thefiendish186]

I felt there were stretches in Solo vs Cody were the crowd felt silent on TV

[@Louback33]

In open roof stadiums, the noise escapes very quickly, so I agree it was very impressive how loud this show was

[@TimTam_3]

This Summer Slam was probably my second favorite PLE I’ve watched since coming back to wrestling last year. Every match delivered and that crowd was on fire

[@05weasel]

I’ve heard people complain that with the open air stadiums the sound just goes straight up out the top and the crowd reactions don’t come across as well as in an arena. Believe wrestlers have talked about it in interviews too that it’s harder for them to gauge reactions in stadiums than it is in an arena.

[@rantsofafangirl7000]

I thought Roman had such an epic aura and cinematic entrance that I didn't even notice it was a new theme at all! 😹 I think I was just in the moment. I had goosebumps even though I have a casual appreciation for Roman. Between that and the epic Gunther vs Damien match, I really felt like I used to feel watching the show as a kid.

[@KlLLMOCRACY]

From my first initial perspective watching on tv i thought the crowd wasnt too loud. But when i watched everyones videos that were they, they were saying the crowd was absolutely electric. I think the indoor arenas, the pops on tv are insane cuz its packed close, but for some reason those big stadiums, they tend to seem not as hype as the arenas when watching on tv

[@ZacharyShow]

Love hearing about your experiences at Summerslam. I was at Mania 40 and its interesting how many similarities and differences there are. Leaving the arena was so easy in Philly. Next time you go to Cleveland, try "Melt Bar and Grilled". Amazing food. I had it before I went to an AIW show.

[@ChanceTalksBusiness]

My favorite shows are WWE Live events that are not televised. They are fun, because the talent can relax more. They also interact with fans more. I wish all WWE events were like that, but I understand why they aren’t.

[@GaugeS00]

Awesome channel dude!

[@Dporticus]

Thank you!

[@AkitsukiGames]

About the light issue or blue screen from the other side where I sat, the bright light was blinding us and we were chanting "We can't see" and "turn the lights off" and when they did we popped and chanted "Thank you" lmao

[@trishlang1310]

I was there too. I was excited to watch it back on tv for the commentary and to pick up the little things you miss live, like the wrestlers talking in the ring. Did you do the same?

[@Dporticus]

A little bit. I haven't watched the whole show, but there were definitely parts I missed that I looked up in highlights.

[@Optilliam]

It's definitely the more in the back you are, in the front we stood up in just about every match lol

[@Jshmoney24]

3:40 it goes to show how much a crowd makes or breaks a show sometimes. Like raw in Baltimore had a great crowd and it was a good show, but everything from Bronson reed to sheamus was elevated with the crowd. Same for summerslam. And then think about wrestlemania night one or the Nashville raw when cm punk returned where the quieter crowd made a noticeable change. Just my thoughts

[@evelynnmimijae]

Thank you for this video and everyone had great questions! Every time I watch your videos, I get hyped to attend an event. You mentioned the pricing for tickets. Which platform do you use to buy tickets? I downloaded Seat Geek and Ticketmaster apps. Is it better to purchase from a PC or are the app okay?

[@Dporticus]

I usually use ticketmaster if I'm buying months in advance. If I'm buying closer to the event I'll try to find tickets on other apps like seat geek just in case someone's trying to ditch tickets last minute. I prefer buying from the pc just because I feel like it's easier to navigate the arena and look at different seats.

[@AkitsukiGames]

Also I want to note when it comes to the crowds on TV, they have to balance the commentators, the crowd, the announcer, and the in ring noises such as chops or word exchanges. When I was there I didn't really here much of the chops from where I was but when I watched it on tv they were loud af. So I think the production crew had to find a balance which sadly puts crowds in this light that we aren't loud.

[@erikcarlson6374]

Fun video! One year into going to live shows, are you still getting the "post show high" or is it wearing off?

[@Dporticus]

I can assure you the post show high after summerslam lasted like 3 days 😆

[@BradyLivingston]

That one specific time they did show the replay on the tron, because the dude sitting next to me reacted “replay already” which made me realize Damian was watching it and about to react.

[@operagh0st]

I feel the guy worried about going alone. I've done it for a while. I went to Summerslam in Detroit alone which didn't go well and I ended up leaving after a few matches. My biggest tip is to get an aisle seat. Made the mistake of not at Summerslam. I'm fine at the house shows but I'll find a buddy for the next big one.

[@Dporticus]

What caused you to leave early?

[@rantsofafangirl7000]

Even though you were a few levels up, could you still hear any of the moments like chops or slams from the ring? I imagine Gunther's hits go wild, I wonder how wild it is for the crowds.

[@Dporticus]

You can KIND OF hear the chops, but you can definitely hear the slams on the mat. I'm pretty sure they have mics under the ring because the slams echo pretty loudly.

[@0.5ofsaintfrankofva]

Dporticus, remember me before you hit 100k subs your my favorite wrestling creator rn (except Santizap ofc)

[@Dporticus]

@@0.5ofsaintfrankofva gonna be a while till then lol but I appreciate the kind words

[@BIazeAmaze]

Oh I have another question! So Miz was the host of Summerslam but I felt that he didn’t really do anything. I only saw him, R-truth and Jellyroll beating Theory and Walker’s butts. Did Miz do anything else like maybe after a match and during a commercial break?

[@Dporticus]

Not really. I think it was just a way to keep a hometown guy involved in the show.

[@MultitaskingGuy]

2:21 I was going to go to fanatic fest, but they unfortunately sold all their meet and greet tickets on the website so all the wrestlers were sold out

[@TheGemGaming19]

Since royal rumble was in fl, and I live in ga the 6 hr drive was worth it. But the drive back home 😢. That’s when it hits you

[@gemggemini]

They showed the replay live tho on a tron across from the entrance you that’s how Damian saw, you just probably didn’t see

[@NinjaFingers19]

Dude , I don’t get why wwe uses that spotlight. It’s been a problem for years. My section cheered turn that light off all night for RR 2021

[@daemthomas]

Well, hopefully the next time you come to Cleveland, the experience will be better for you. The Browns organization announced yesterday that they are building a brand new complex which won't be in downtown anymore. It will be a dome, though...so idk

[@Dporticus]

Everything was great literally except for trying to get out lol

[@daemthomas]

@@Dporticus I didn't have as much trouble getting out since I know where to park. Getting in was such a pain, though. They had the stage for the kickoff show at the main entrance and the foot traffic was brutal. I thought my son was going to get heat stroke...

[@MultitaskingGuy]

19:10 holy fucking shit that happened to me at Indianapolis raw, but we did not think to chant. Why didn’t we think of that?

[@GreeNLeaF32]

If you haven't watched the match yet you should watch: Triple H V.S Undertaker (shawn Michaels as guest referee) WrestleMania XVIII

[@MultitaskingGuy]

0:49 surprised you didn’t go to the tailgate party

[@burgermanstan6744]

I honestly might go to wrestlemaina to see Gunther vs cena

[@TmerteGame]

8:40 i need the link cuz im going to wm41

[@Dporticus]

Crimegrade.org

[@RxCustoms]

A lot of times that I’ve heard of WWE put their own crowd sounds over actual fan crowd sounds unfortunately

[@ThisIsMarkJones]

I missed the call for questions for this one. But my question was going to be did they show the noise meter at SummerSlam? They've been doing that in the European shows with them trying to set noise records.

[@Dporticus]

Not that I saw. I would love to see the meter for that roman return 😆

[@ThisIsMarkJones]

@@Dporticus having it on for Roman would've very likely broken the scale ... not just set the record 😁

[@WC_Zone]

12:18 yeah rhea did great job but it's nothing when you compare it what Alexa bliss did it really looked like arm bent in opposite way

[@jimmythegremlin]

You are so smart eating beforehand, hecc nawwwww to the stadium food prices!

[@Dporticus]

Bruh I saw people walking to their seats with like 3 hot dogs, a slice of pizza and a large drink and I'm like... HOW?

[@Eva_H]

Dporticus would you and the GF/wife consider getting your own van to go camping when you’re travelling to house shows/PLE’s to cut down on cost? I’m just curious, if you decide that you want to do this on a more regular thing pending your own individual finances and stuff of that nature.

[@Dporticus]

Maybe some day. That'd be interesting lol

[@Eva_H]

@@Dporticus I mean if you were to think it was a worthwhile investment and it keeps cost down for travel/accommodation why not? Really glad you had a nice time like

[@ABlokeCalledEntity]

Although not wrestling related, but what does your name "Dporticus" mean?

[@Dporticus]

Sadly there's no interesting story there lol just a name I came up with for an account I needed when a friend wanted me to try world of warcraft and I just stuck with it ever since 😆

[@Tog84two97]

I've got a question... I know this will probably get lost in all the others a d go unanswered but maybe someone else will answer it... I'm on a fixed income ( disability ) and have a few questions... 1. Should I save up to go to a live event no matter the seat location??? 2. Should I save up to be closer to the ring??? 3. Should I try and save up for a big PLE??? 4 Should I not worry about it and just continue to enjoy it on TV???

[@Dporticus]

I would suggest trying out a house show first. It's usually much more affordable and it's a great time. You can definitely get decent seats at those for MUCH cheaper than going to a PLE or weekly show.

[@Tog84two97]

@Dporticus Thank You!!! I will look into going to one now... Thank You for taking the time to answer my question!!!

[@03Alexmartin]

I am from Latin America and I am thinking of going to Royal Rumble. Since it would be my first wrestling event, I wanted to buy the on-location package. Has anyone bought a package with them before? Any advice would be great.

[@Dporticus]

I haven't gotten any of the priority pass stuff but I'm also interested!

[@chrisfromthe818hi2]

Do u think u will start traveling further for more shows? would u make a trip to the west coast u think?

[@Dporticus]

If my financial situation changes, potentially. Those types of trips are pretty expensive.

[@ChanceTalksBusiness]

What service do you book your hotel stays through?

[@Dporticus]

I think it's called Wyndham hotels or rewards or something?

[@ChanceTalksBusiness]

@@Dporticus thanks!

[@merhawifirzun3477]

I am huge Roman's fan. I have been fan of him since 2016.in that time since i was not aware of the mystry of wrestling being scripted(eventhough i used to hear that it was fake), i thought that Roman was really the unbeatable guy other than Brock Lesnar. So i was not aware yet that Roman was hated wrestler, Because i couldn't undestand English at the time. And i didn't understood what Booing wrestlers meant.since i was new to these types of things, eventhough i was watching WWE in 2010-2013 and in that time i was also huge fan of John Cena. So when i started to understand wrestling and the English languege more, i learnt why Roman was hated. I really felt sorry for the guy.nevertheless i was still fan of him, all the way to SummerSlam 2020. When he returned in 2020, fans started to like him even before he began his spectacular works in storyline. And the Moment he superman punched Jey Uso, in the entrance ramp and yelled at him saying that not only does he feeds his children and his family with the title but their whole family. the fans in the youtube Comment section was just in awe that he could talk like that. Ever since that time he started to grow on people and each time people couldn't believ this was the same Roman from 2015-2019. Anyway since 2020 i have been watching each segment of the Bloodline with Roman. I would not watch any other segment(except now, i checked Raw weekly).and i think i have heard alot of people saying that(if i am not mistaken i heard you also saying the bloodline attracted you to be a fan of wrestling more than any). To cut my story short, When Roman returned at SummerSlam 2024, the feeling was something else, i watched his return videos countless times(lik many people). Of course i was not there, but just watching his return on youtube and how the fans popped , it gives you unexpressible feeling. it feels very mytical. Sometimes i couldn't even believe that he was the most hated wrestler at some point. Anyway i know i was supposed to ask questions, but since i have watched some of your videos including your exprience at SummerSlam, i have heard you saying Roman got you to Wrestling(if i heard that right) I also heard you saying your Fiance is huge fan of Roman that she was really happy at his return. And that it was really good exprience for both of you, i guess it just urge me to write my own story of being fan of the Tribal Chief. Thanks for sharing your exprience about his return by the way it was good hearing in details from personal exprience. I was just going to ask a questione, but sinec i don't comment alot, i had to write something probably unrelated to the topic. Anyway my Questione was going to be, have you watched Roman's return on youtube? If yes, does the video actaully do justice to how he recieved a pop from the crowds? And have you had any chance to meet Roman, maybe after his return? And an other question, does the fightings look very fake watching it live or does it looks believable? Since it is very noticable to watch it in Vidoes, i wonder how it will look watching it live. I really like your videos keep going and i also agree with your view of Solo Sokoa.some people are being too unfair to him.

[@Dporticus]

I've rewatched that return like a dozen times 😆 I'd love to meet him some day

[@merhawifirzun3477]

@@Dporticus the same here,wish you luck on meeting him.

[@KevinTroop-dx6xf]

Oky nephew collects them & takes them to get signed thanks for answering me

[@thepopking1]

What’s your favorite match ever ?

[@Dporticus]

That's tough. But right now I might have to say the main event of wm40 night two

[@andrewgeek04]

What was the craziest part of your experience there?

[@Dporticus]

Other than roman returning, meeting Bayley for sure

[@KevinTroop-dx6xf]

You said you couldn't bring outside stuff to sign that's why you got that photo with Drew & Baylee so why stop to look for figures

[@Dporticus]

I collect them in general.

[@andym8557]

You going to wrestlemania?

[@Dporticus]

We'll see how the funds look as we get closer to April 😆

[@0.5ofsaintfrankofva]

#oilupsanti

[@Dporticus]

Sir, this is a wendys

[@bobthekow7547]

Have you rewatched Summerslam at home after the event?

[@Dporticus]

Not fully. Just highlights but I'm going to this weekend.

[@jackhammond31]

Is this your full time job or do you have a job along with your channel?

[@Dporticus]

@jackhammond31 I have been streaming on Twitch for years full time. The youtube channel getting some traction is new and it's helped let me continue to do all of it full time.

[@Vlonebee_IG]

I was in the arena and they showed the replay on the back jubrotron of the Finn turn

[@burgermanstan6744]

I honestly might go to wrestlemaina to see Gunther vs cena