Bobby Roode Is Absolutely GLORIOUS!

Bobby Roode (@realrobertroode) is a professional wrestler and producer for WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Tampa, FL to talk about his incredible career, growing up in Peterborough, Ontario, wanting to play professional hockey as a kid, how he started training with Val Venis, getting his first big break with TNA, joining Team Canada, seeing Petey Williams do the Canadian Destroyer for the first time, being randomly paired with James Storm to form Beer Money Inc., becoming a 2-time TNA World Champion, getting signed by WWE in 2016, how important his "Glorious" entrance theme was to his character, winning the NXT Championship, his tag team with Dolph Ziggler, how a neck injury and surgery has kept him out of the ring, his current job as a WWE producer and much more!
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00:00 Intro
00:36 Memories of living in Canada
02:20 Getting injured against RVD
05:18 Could he wrestle again?
10:10 Would he want to have one more match?
11:18 Did he always want to be a pro wrestler?
13:24 Was he ever close to playing pro hockey?
14:02 Who was his favorite wrestler?
14:40 How did he get his start in wrestling?
15:54 Why wasn’t he originally signed by WWE?
20:00 Memories of Team Canada
21:27 The first time he saw a Canadian Destroyer
22:11 Being there for the glory days of TNA
24:45 Who’s idea was Beer Money?
26:10 His relationship like with James Storm?
27:11 Wrestling in the 6-sided ring
28:00 Most memorable thing he learned from Kurt Angle
29:29 Favorite lessons from AJ Styles
30:11 How Hulk Hogan changed TNA in 2010
31:49 Wrestling in Hulk Hogan’s final match ever
33:44 His thoughts on Sting’s final match
34:02 How did he know it was time to leave TNA?
36:27 The ‘Glorious’ entrance theme got him over in WWE
39:28 Memories of his NXT run
40:26 His tag team with Chad Gable
42:23 Making his Wrestlemania debut
43:42 Angle with Roman Reigns and dog food
44:26 Having a good memory of his career
45:37 Who would his last match be against?
46:32 AJ Styles being in tremendous shape now
48:25 How does he feel about the return of TNA
50:07 Was it easy to transition into the producer role
53:24 His Canadian Wrestling Mount Rushmore
55:12 What life lessons has wrestling taught him
55:48 3 Things Bobby Roode is grateful for
58:19 The difference between Bobby Roode & Robert Roode
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[@sexmachine77]

Wow

[@firstinstinct420]

You did a Glorious job interviewing Bobby.

[@rmac1828]

They buried Bobby in WWE ⚰️

[@abas43091]

Bobby seems at peace with his decision to hang up the boots. Love that he’s not dwelling on his career ending, and has moved into a role that he’s passionate about and can help mold the next generation. Great chat with a couple good Canadians.

[@francissobotka8725]

His career didn't end it evolved.

[@silvallyy]

Chris is carrying 2024 on his back with these rapid fire interviews he’s killing it

[@adamwilson2478]

He was such a great wrestler. I know he did well in TNA but he still feels underrated. Beer Money, his turn on Storm, his hilarious tag team with Aries... so many cool moment's

[@matiasjimenezvallejos1575]

Dirty Heels were so good. The matches they had with The Wolves are some of my faves

[@iam_rvxv]

Bobby Roode has always given me “Young Triple H vibes”. It’s really starting to show now that he works backstage, the way he talks, the way he moves, THE FUCKING BEARD. I am so happy to see him succeed in WWE outside the ring.

[@BabyMaharaja0]

He's had the beard for years.

[@bucketophil]

Love that he said: “Nah” to Jericho on his Canadian Mount Rushmore. Lol

[@hrodriguez561]

Question is is it because he's in AEW or he thinks Jericho doesn't legitimately belong on the mountain

[@dylanmarshall4691]

@@hrodriguez561edge and Cristian are also on AEW and he said them

[@plovy5115]

@@hrodriguez561Or his political views or recent accusations. Maybe Roode would have put Jericho on there if he had known that Jericho put him over on his podcast several times before he even went to WWE.

[@fredbrown8344]

​@plovy5115 nah, none of that has anything to do with wrestling lol

[@bryankendall5191]

I love Jericho. But his opinion is WAY more valid than any of ours! ☝️

[@8989adis]

Most underrated worker of the modern era... Its criminal he'd never had a world title run in WWE 😔

[@CameronWilliams-gy8bw]

Bobby is a World Champion….. still underrated as hell thanks for the interview Chris Van Vliet #Bobby🦾

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

Bobby is one of the most unappreciated talent in wrestling

[@Ruthless2X122]

Not really he was injured like he said

[@HiPHOPx87]

​@Ruthless2X122 what?. Man go sit down.

[@rickster7373]

Yup and then he fell in love in producing and making a lot of money doing what he loves it's gonna be hard from him to move back into wrestling if he's comfortable where's he's at

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

​@@Ruthless2X122 I'm referring to his career

[@1KQ_]

​@@rickster7373 he's in his mid 40s now and was fortunate enough to have a career with no lifetime injuries, if I were in his shoes I'd be doing the same thing.

[@jimreedyk5158]

Outside of Sobeys once some kids (fans) were bugging him and he spent a good 20 mins signing autographs but had to let them know he had to go as it was one of his kids games and everyone was respectful. GREAT guy!

[@V1LL1N]

Yes! One of the best ever! We are both wrestling freaks from Peterborough and born one day apart. Who doesnt love Bobby, such great simple gimmicks and a cool guy. Roode?NO. Glory!?YES! This interview is MONEY!

[@christophermccray6528]

Chris, this interview you're having with Bobby Roode is off the chain. 😂😂😂😂 See what I did at the end there?

[@Robermetal]

Man that song is legendary but i like more the off the chain instrumental than the one with lyrics

[@kingoppnewchannel8162]

His best theme 😂

[@-xGenesis]

Time to go against the grain!

[@renegranados4558]

I love his singles run in TNA

[@RVDv1]

​@@-xGenesis Look out world

[@faizansiddiqui3841]

This interview was absolutely…. GLORIOUS !

[@LexiSantos]

I love Bobby. Man he deserved so much better in WWE. A TNA Legend...that's probably why

[@RobPalmer80]

Bobby was great as the TNA World Champ and tag champ with James Storm in Beer Money. I wish he was still wrestling on a regular basis, but as long as he's happy and he's healthy, that's all that matters.

[@TomAndrews91]

I would mark out if I heard his entrance again, but like you said, he appears to be fine with where he's at and that's cool.

[@Cyrribrae]

Saw him lurking in the background of a WWE backstage or social segment in a producer suit a couple weeks ago and was happy to see him still around! Fantastic interview. Just glad he's safe now and pain free (hopefully).

[@Tributes_Triumphs]

One of my two favorite wrestlers of the last twenty years. His TNA Title run was as good as any I've seen since childhood. God bless both of you.

[@chriswrestlingfan13]

Great interview as always Chris. As much as I would love to see Bobby Roode wrestle again, and come back for one last heel run. As a fan of his it’s just great to see that he’s in such good spirits especially given the severity of his injury. As long as he’s happy that’s all that matters. For him to want to give back to the next generation of WWE wrestlers is great to see. Wishing both of you nothing but continued success, and happiness

[@bunktuzzi44]

he wore my best friend's jersey in St Louis during the Preds/Blues series and then after that the preds started using his song after playoff wins and before the 3rd period intros :) saw him here in Vancouver at an NXT house show, was a lot of fun! glad to see that hes doing well

[@spc3461]

Great interview, Chris! You always bring out the best in your guests. Bobby Roode is a legend and a class act. I loved hearing his stories and insights. He is a true professional and a glorious performer.

[@moises9090]

One of my favorites. Wish WWE booked him properly. Just glad he had an amazing career in TNA.

[@RSBadyal85BigBoss]

Damn Chris! You’re killing it with these interviews! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@mklightemup3567]

I’m grateful I saw his best years in TNA. Live well Roode

[@danielhilgeman798]

Excellent interview I love Bobby Roode he was one of the major reasons I love TNA so much his singles career was fantastic him teaming with storm was incredible his run in NXT was amazing his run on the main roster was so incredible and entertaining to watch I'm so glad he's doing good I would absolutely love a match between Bobby Roode and AJ styles that would be one of the greatest matches of all time Love you Bobby thank you for the incredible memories and stay GLORIOUS 😊❤🎉

[@jimparcels8759]

Great interview with my old stickboy for the Peterborough Petes 1989-91. Keep grinding buddy!

[@Werleman]

Chris corrects his mistakes on the spot. So smooth. Been a follower for years. Chris you are amazing and an inspiration. I quote your vague goals/vague results speech all the time.

[@KamoMustafaWWE]

He has risen and still looks absolutely... GLORIOUS!! Glad he is well.

[@kainslayer82]

Thank you Robert for all your years of entertaining us. I'll always look fondly on your talent and career. You truly were glorious.

[@johnnyskinwalker4095]

I love his mention of Kurt Hennig. Bobby Roode was always to me in that range of the Hennig, Rick Rude, Arn Anderson, Ted Dibiase.

[@fresheeee]

Was served a few CVV clips on my shorts feed which lead me here. I am now a subscriber and a fan! Also I can't believe you're 40... If you didn't say I would swear you were early 30s.

[@MattWiggyWiggins]

Beer Money, Inc is one of my all-time favorite tag teams, and their best of 5 with Motor City Machine Guns is one of my favorite fueds. I still listen to the Beer Money theme lol

[@advictoriams]

I'm really hoping Beer Money and Team Canada get a spot in this year's TNA HOF (but also hoping Anthem give Scott D'Amore his job back)

[@canerefe97]

Chris, you are doing great buddy. You’ve started so strong to this year. I love to feel the GLORIOUS road to Wrestlemania with your guests!

[@Raptor1524]

I was at one of those live events Roode is talking about when he teamed with Chad Gable. It was 2019 in Oshawa, they went about 45 min or so with the Revival. Still one of the best matches I’ve seen live!

[@jakejoseph216]

i saw him rehab/workout at PURE and begged the staff to play GLORIOUS

[@8989adis]

Bullsh*t 🤣

[@Tyler05595]

This interview is *glorious* 😉 🤣 seriously great interview Chris I miss seeing Bobby roode in WWE

[@perceivedvelocity9914]

Great interview. I took a long break from wrestling. When I got interested in wrestling again Bobby was the NXT champion. He was great. I ended up watching NXT because of him.

[@broc4354]

I didn't watch TNA, but when Bobby Roode came to NXT I absolutely loved him! He reminded me of The Million Dollar Man combined with Kurt Angle right off the bat. He was fantastic in the ring, and cut a really good promo. Heel Bobby Roode was my favorite. I feel like WWE didn't handle him right, but in NXT he was...pardon the pun....GLORIOUS!

[@wetsand7379]

Always loved seeing Bobby in the ring. I'm happy to hear he's enjoying his producer role.

[@cory30mac]

Ironic when you start missing a person that pop back up in social media and Bobby Roode has been missed . . . Enjoyed today's conversation Chris. Great job as always!!!

[@CodyCarpSwag]

Those neck injury’s are wild. Kurt angle said the same thing happened to him too, losing strength and size

[@jimkon1479]

I like how he looks for the positives in every aspect of his career.

[@emanbytesable]

Saw Bobby Roode at the breakfast bar in a palm springs resort for a house show. No words were said, just a simple head nod exchange . I acknowledge him , and he acknowledged back. Simple but felt right ... 🤜🤛

[@ChrisVanVliet]

What a glorious moment!

[@Ucey365]

Bobby is such a class act. Wish he had a better run on the main roster. Super happy he’s content and at peace with the ending of his. Also, it’s great knowing he’s helping the future generations of the industry.

[@gareth15]

Bobby's entrance was legit my all time fave. That gown, that music, those down lights. Perfection.

[@kumadohmathsforsuccessfan]

His nxt takeover entrance was one of the best ive ever seen

[@chriscarnage9467]

Man I miss Bobby. One of the greatest of the NXT black and gold era.

[@BC2023NYC]

Fantastic as always Chris. I saw Bobby in some ad for elimination chamber recently walking behind triple h so I was pleasantly surprised. Would love one last heel run but just glad he’s healthy n loving what he’s doing now

[@iam_rvxv]

21:42 🤣🤣🤣 “Basically its just a backflip, Petey is just hanging on for dear life”

[@SwankDaSauce]

Damn never knew he was from Peterborough thats crazy!!

[@freddydiehard1839]

The It Factor run was legendary

[@HiPHOPx87]

Definitely

[@inukaweerawanni554]

Love his entrance song. still can hear it in my head

[@kenarco3765]

Thank you 😊 Chris I enjoyed this interview with Bobby roode

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kovulion7777]

There was a good point made that Bobby Roode was one of the first NXT main event during that era that people won with 1 finishers only, where not every championship was 3-5 finisher matches

[@marcusceephone2338]

One of my favorite TNA champion 🙌🏽 “ Glorious” 🙌🏽😂 great interview 👍

[@seriappo]

a glorious interview

[@indytops9183]

Peterbrough Ontario good shit buddy/ bobby you made it big time I remember watching you in tna 07

[@thetruej7872]

Robert Roode aka Bobby Roode was truly amazing in TNA & NXT.

[@jamiewiesner135]

He should be in the TNA Hall of Fame.

[@bluegorf]

Great interview. Beer money was one of my fav teams, would have loved to have seen them have a great WWE run. Great career, fascinating to listen too

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Much appreciated!

[@mrhygiene]

We need Bobby Roode back ASAP. Amazing heel energy and a 10/10 intro theme

[@thetruej7872]

Haven't seen Bobby Roode is sometime now. I know that he's backstage now and that's cool that he's healthy and doing good.

[@paulrobinson6834]

Robert Rude is the greatest TINA world champion of all time.💯

[@theoriginalpizzalicious]

Wish Bobby had a great run with WWE with the title, didnt know he was that hurt!

[@dadadada9675]

OMG I love Bobby Rood entrance … NXT take over 2016 november.. was AMAZING 🤩

[@thechroniclepodcastbrand]

Great conversation 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 @chris

[@jackhughes7637]

He was the best wrestler of 2012 imo alongside Punk

[@rodreviews2319]

One of my favorite TNA world champions 🔥

[@dezbrasi2756]

U really built your brand bro remember watching Chris danger career back in the day glad to see how far you’ve made it

[@beccar8403]

That match he talks about Hogan's last matches in the UK ... I was there! In Manchester! I loved that match. I still remember that now!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

That's awesome!

[@danieldonovan881]

Chris all I’ve to say that was a GLORIOUS interview

[@bizzlea887]

TIL that Bobby Roode and share the same birthday! Now I'm even more of a fan than I already was...I'd love to see him get the push he deserves inWWE but if he's happy producing then more power to him👍👍👍

[@davidhernandez8250]

I haven't watched the full interview yet but I would've loved to hear about him having John Meadows as a fitness coach. I loved John Meadows' youtube channel and he seemed like the Bob Ross of Bodybuilding.

[@sonuvasteele2226]

Bummer that he doesn't want to wrestle anymore. Bobby was always one of my favorites in TNA and I was so happy when he came to WWE. Would have loved to see him with a title run. He was great on the mic as well.

[@malekmohsen3217]

One of the best wrestlers last 20 year and too underrated

[@jessemata6714]

I'm from Detroit, so he gets points for mentioning Steve Yzerman 😊

[@RealPiccks]

Did y'all know Michael Hayes AND Robert/Bobby Roode produced the beautiful Bray Wyatt and Terry Funk tribute show ?

[@rudebwoytroy]

Im here for this GLORIOUS interview

[@jakobward6983]

Was youtubing this man's best WWE entrances last night then this pops up today, surreal!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

It's like we read your mind!

[@jakobward6983]

@@ChrisVanVliet has to be up there with one of the best modern day entrances for sure!

[@user-ru7yg3om7l]

great interview

[@tonyjenkins3937]

one of the best in the ring and will always be Glorious

[@calclark3995]

I remember seeing NXT house show in Aberdeen Scotland with Roode v McIntyre for the title It was glorious 👌

[@WWE2KUNIVERSEELITE]

We happy with Bobby's career he could have been something as a main event heel but he got his wrestlemania moment and that's good enough for me.

[@squealerpig8451]

I live in peterborough I could bump into bobby roode 😂 I'll keep my eyes open

[@SteveTheReve]

Glorious interview

[@tomorrowwestport2620]

Bobby was a monster as the heel champ in tna One of the few amazing elements of that era Then he goes to wwe as a mid carder He could have expanded upon the heel character from TNA It would have been incredible seeing that character in the main event scene

[@pasindubulegoda3799]

One last tag with Storm would be epic. Beer Money was soo good.

[@EL_Chapo187]

It must be a 🇨🇦 thing because Roode sounds exactly like Christian Cage but just a deeper voice lol. I respect the hell outta Bobby and he was sooooo underrated. Guy at one time, to me, was on same level as a Triple H. Look/work/IT factor/promo, everything. Long live 🍺 💰!!!!

[@peterbushnell7790]

GLORIOUS!!!! Please step into the ring again!!

[@DhruvMalikk]

Great episode

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

I remember Bobby's run in TNA, He was really built like a star

[@guilhermetrindade6741]

You need to interview the CFO$, so much of their music defined that era in wrestling!

[@L0L-.-001_]

love this idea. I'd love hearing about the process of making themes

[@danielreynolds4716]

Franchise plus the Game equals the Glorious It factor, Bobby always reminded me of Shane Douglas and Triple H in a way always enjoyed his work anybody ever see his enhancement match on wwe decades ago when he was blonde?

[@vijaykarunakaran1566]

I like the Canadian conversion. I rent a 407 transponder.

[@jackson5781]

I'm a huge Fan of Bobby Roode the Wrestler!!! Beer Money, WWE should have capitalized on it!!! Bobby is hugely underated, and a wonderful performer!! Wish he could get back in wrestling!!

[@DcLN-]

Would love to see one final match from Bobby.

[@francissobotka8725]

I wish the WWE fans got to see Bobby in his prime .He is the greatest wrestler of this era who didn't win a main roster WWE World title .

[@conc0n]

I still selfishly want one last Beer Money run, whether it’s in WWE or elsewhere, but happy to see Roode is happy and healthy

[@kevinstairs4906]

Peterborough's finest right here.....#legend

[@nicholasbozec2828]

Thanks for shouting out my grandfather at the beginning Bobby

[@shinraninja]

this was glorious!

[@bangaamen501]

A couple of legends

[@jeffers1985]

Man this guy should of been world champion. His selling was on point and highly regarded by his peers