Paul Wight on CM Punk in AEW, All Out, returning to the ring, a match with Shaq

AEW star Paul Wight, better known as "The Big Show" in WWE is a professional wrestler, commentator and actor. He joins Insight with Chris Van Vliet to talk about why he left WWE for AEW, working as a commentator on AEW Dark: Elevation, his in-ring return at All Out against QT Marshall, what he has left to accomplish in his wrestling career, his thoughts on CM Punk appearing in AEW, his role in the 1998 Adam Sandler Film "The Waterboy" as Captain Insano, his entrance theme and more.
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[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks for checking out this convo with Paul Wight! 🙏👍 All of my interviews, including this one, are uploaded to my podcast first. You can find "Insight with Chris Van Vliet" here: link.chtbl.com/chrisvanvliet

[@stevenweikel3468]

Chris is he still having his Netflix show

[@timothypaige807]

9:50 “That’s A Good Say.” I had never see Big Show/ Paul Wright so happy in my life. 😂

[@lifeasafanpodcast9529]

Sold out the united center on a rumor of punk gonna be there

[@Newrockid]

Please time stamp your topics Chris!

[@marykeith2916]

he's a awesome guy, good friend of mine

[@scottrulez7916]

Paul just seems like one of the nicest people you could meet in wrestling. Wish nothing but great things for him!

[@diluted8]

Until you put icy Hot in his underwear

[@joshschneider9766]

I mean that icy hot prank seems like an odd suicide attempt method lol

[@paulmoore5392]

I don't think ive ever heard anybody have a bad word about Paul which is rare in wrestling. Most ive heard negative about him was the odd time he got in legal trouble wayy back and the backstage fight he had with Khali.

[@RainbowRoadCrashTest]

@@paulmoore5392 ive heard a few. But was probably in a bad mood at the time.

[@tomkee4479]

@@RainbowRoadCrashTest yeah I heard a couple little things years and years ago but nothing at all in the past 15 to 20 years so it was when he was still really young on top of just becoming famous so as he has said before, it took him a while to really grow up and settle down and learn. Only negative thing I've ever heard since then was from a close friend that was in wwe for about 5 or 6 years until a couple years back (I won't mention his name) but he was in the lockeroom nightly lol, he said everyone loved big show and he was a nice guy but my friend said he was a bit whiney quite a bit lol. I know it sounds weird bit that's what he said, just that he would whine alot about diff things if he wasn't happy and that was the only somewhat negative part about his reputation at the time in the back. I would have loved to have been a fly on the wall and heard some of it lol it prob was hilarious stuff lol.

[@Y2Jared]

I am happy for Paul. He seems really happy right now.

[@ArcaneAzmadi]

AEW just seems to be the place for wrestlers to go to be happy with themselves and their careers. Jon Moxley had the passion for wrestling squeezed out of him, but AEW reinvigorated him and raised him to a level he'd never been at before. Brodie Lee had the run of his life before his tragic early passing. Sting gets a second chance to end his legendary career in the manner he deserves. Christian gets the chance to show how _really_ good he's always been. Even CM Punk was so impressed with what he saw on offer here that it was enough to tempt him out of 7 years of retirement to pick up practically where he left off. I can't wait to see what AEW can do for Windham Rotunda, the former Bray Wyatt, so brilliant but so often buried and misused no matter how hard he worked.

[@Abhishek.Basnyat]

AEW is on a totally different level now.

[@davidborik3475]

Lets see how they run with the momentum they have right now. Can't wait for dynamite this Wednesday. Definitely gonna be watching

[@styles-omega-danielson7017]

@@davidborik3475 I’m hyped cuz punk’s dynamite debut is in my city tomorrow night!!!! So glad I bought tix before the pandemic! Hyped af!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@davidborik3475]

@@styles-omega-danielson7017 damn man that should be a hell of a show. Enjoy yourself

[@thedebandantsgaming6743]

@@styles-omega-danielson7017 enjoy dude.

[@MohammedMuhiUddin]

@@davidborik3475 they have Daniel bryan, bray wyatt and adam cole coming.

[@swampdweller]

The big show was always one of my favorites growing up. Great interview, Chris!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks Swamp!

[@Ludzig]

Smart guy, I was a goddamn Kane mark

[@robbastarache7839]

I wish Chris would get his break as a ring announcer one day again in AEW. He has the voice

[@jotunn30]

i agree i would love to see him some more on AEW TV but i think for now they're set on "non-wrestler" on screen personalities

[@zulrawkstar90]

I like if he had the role like Ryan Satin but with AEW

[@koolie5063]

or a backstage interviewer , like how renee young was. since tony (forgot how to spell his last name sadly) let’s just say tony s , is doing the somewhat small backstage interviews/in ring ones and chris would be perfect for that role

[@ericofficially]

I'd love to see him and Simon Miller get some occasional segments on AEW tbh

[@theJaRRoOnE22]

@@ericofficially Simon In AEW would be awesome !!! Lmaoo

[@randycrawford1132]

Big Show is a nice guy and I met him years ago

[@Elguapodelfuego]

This is the longest ive seen big show talk without a conflicted heel turn

[@BareKnuckleBrawls]

Brilliant 😂

[@OmAcC650]

When Paul Wight is literally the only man in all of Wrestling who can say "When I say 400, I still feel a little light in the pants" lmao

[@tylercox1875]

What’s what being 7 foot tall and full of muscle will do 😂

[@tazmissionplex]

Gotta respect the fact that Paul could have stayed in wwe but because he loves the business and the art of wrestling he took a chance on aew to continue to help the wrestling business and for that I have nothing but respect for Paul

[@jasonrice9973]

WWE wouldn’t have let Paul back in the ring again. Vince had told him he was done due to his age and health etc and once Vince decides that for you, that’s it

[@menacelurkingyet8345]

Or how AEW simply would pay him more.

[@sierravortec2494]

Great seeing him having fun and passionate again about what he’s doing.

[@Harish-df4em]

Paul Wight is a journalist's delight. Very thoughtful, insightful answers. Thanks Chris

[@grahammcintosh240]

All softball questions

[@jacobpluid9378]

This was fun to watch. You guys have great chemistry together in this format and I'm sure it would've been more entertaining in person. Great interview, Chris!

[@joshschneider9766]

It is the well above average sized program!!! That interview on the beach was such a good watch glad to see he's happy and utilized well again!!!

[@joemommma69]

He seems like such a down to earth guy. Much respect to Paul and his impact on the industry 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@RezRector]

What I love about Chris is that he simply let's people talk and rarely interrupts them.

[@gregorois9038]

I met Paul at a live event in Feb 2016 and it looked like we was walking rough, keep in mind he was on the card that night. So glad to hear his hip is feeling better. I wanted to meet him for 13 years (hoped to at Wrestlemania 19 fan axxess when I was 10) and it was well worth it, such a kind man.

[@mikefitchNYC1971]

This is such an awesome interview Chris! You did an outstanding job on this interview Chris.

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks for listening, Mike!

[@BigMarcusc1995]

Thanks for giving us this interview Chris! Big Show will always be my favorite wrestler of all time, and he will always be 7 foot 500 pound Giant. He is the reason why I love wrestling!! I will say my favorite Big Show run was when he was the ECW Champion. I can't wait to see his future in AEW! Greetings from Norway.

[@weirdtrashcinema]

Such a great interview dude. Paul seems like such a sweetheart, and seemed so at home talking to you. Thanks for providing the best wrestling interview show out there!

[@pjsw]

What a wonderful human being Paul is thank you for another fantastic interview Chris.

[@velvetplatz1024]

Another GREAT interview! I've always enjoyed Paul Wight's work both inside and outside the ring and I'm glad to see him doing what he loves again. Keep pumping out the great interviews, Chris. Can't wait to see whose next.

[@GameTime-yj6qv]

What a perfect combination, Paul Wight is a great interview subject as he's so thoughtful, funny, and honest, and Chris is a great interviewer with insightful questions and allows his guest to answer without interruptions and he is actually listening to what they say.

[@tommyphoenixrizen316]

I love Paul's sincerity and openess in this interview and how open he is to interact with the fans on social media and at events

[@andyramirez4293]

man CVV is so freaking good as an interviewer even that last part where he joked about being in a cop movie and paul did a dig at himself with the whole good looking guy and ogre thing Chris fliped it real quick and i gotta respect that man. Great interview like always!

[@Dare1C]

Paul was so much fun! Excellent conversation. Paul is a treasure and an excellent wrestling mind. Love to hear his thoughts on much more (besides his time on Elevation)

[@GilesArt]

I want a Chris Van Vilet + Paul Wight buddy cop movie!! Seriously, Chris. - Your original interview with Paul is one of my favourite shoot interviews of all time, so it's a real treat to see you two chatting again!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks for checking out both interviews with Paul!

[@KCHRider]

Thanks Chris. I enjoyed this interview. U really delivered.

[@ChrisVanVliet]

I appreciate that!

[@grahammcintosh240]

@@ChrisVanVliet why all softball questions?

[@styles-omega-danielson7017]

Chris the best interviewer in the business 🙏🔥 appreciate all the content, much love to you and Paul!

[@navy4181]

I loved him in Jingle All the Way. “I’m gonna deck your halls Bub!”

[@RosettaStoned1992]

Also as Captain Insano in Waterboy. lol

[@TwoVloggersMore]

Great interview sir. This shows just how cool Paul Wight is, and what a priceless presence he will be in AEW in terms of his wisdom and his experience. When AEW eventually signs a talented giant, I feel like Paul will be an invaluable program for that person. Good stuff Chris. Keep it comin'!

[@kenshigo3833]

Paul Wight is such a cool down to earth naturally funny guy, i even watched his sitcom even though i´m not the audience for it. So cool to see him more often in pro wrestling again, such a legend!

[@isaaclvelezrodriguez8660]

Another amazing interview Chris, you never miss all of then keep getting better

[@jamesl4721]

I met the big show at a airport in Australia many years ago,, He was trying to eat lunch and young fans came up for autographs. I was one of them, he put his lunch down and signed all of them and posed for pictures. Respect!

[@c_lee_]

I have been absolutely loving Paul on commentary for Elevation and I'm so happy he's able to utilize his personality and talent in expanded aspects in the industry. I was at the Houston show when he announced he would be back for in-ring action and man oh man, I popped! Thank you, Chris for this awesome interview. Your positivity is infectious and just seeing you smile puts a smile on my face!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks C Lee! Glad you enjoyed this one!

[@truanashabadapressure6621]

I’m so excited to see Paul Wight back in the ring with his new hip. A buddy of mine who is a stage combat director got both done and he can back peddle and squat now. He said it’s a complete 180 from what it was and feels great. Seen Show live before and like what he’s doing for AEW

[@ryancox5516]

Dude, Paul is a great interview! Happy the dude is in a place where he can just speak off the rip because he's a great speaker!

[@GameStarrArts]

Wichita homeboy here, loved the shout out! One of our greatest exports from the ICT!

[@RandyLWhitaker]

I swear, there is not a better person in the world that can conduct interviews like my guy CVV!!! Amazing episode too!!

[@nickysturzu1290]

Paul Wight is a definiton of a gentle giant...amazing interview Chris! 😊

[@johnskyrim]

That was great. Love seeing Show so happy again, it's like the passion comes back as soon as the chains are off!

[@timterlato4271]

Paul just seems very laid back and an ultimate badass throughout! Prayers to him and Always God Bless.

[@rovetoace6183]

always a pleasure having Big Show on ur platform and listening to him❤❤❤❤👍

[@bennyspingflower]

nice interview - i love seeing u two so happy - btw you forgot to add the videos to the endcard :D

[@ByronWrightJr]

Awesome interview. Keep up the great work Chris. Love Pual Wight. No more BS.

[@rk-rr3wl]

I love Paul, really nice to see him happy in AEW. Great interview.

[@factsoffishing]

Great stuff as always CVV!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks so much, brother!

[@justin_knight1071]

Man Paul looks so happy in this interview!

[@danieldonovan881]

Another great interview

[@mvojtush]

Chris, Awesome conversation!! Full circle!!! The first time I saw one of your interviews was with Paul... Been hooked ever since!!! Thank you!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

And thank YOU Michael!

[@makinsjkm]

@Chris Van Vliet what a humble man! Love His show of kindness and humility.

[@Bossesmake_bank]

Awsome!! Keep it up bro!!!

[@TheValidG]

Great interview! Keep up the good work bro!

[@travisford6663]

Big man with a big sense of humor thx Chris for the content best in the biz! 🦾🦾🦾

[@RonFleener]

Thanks for this. Great interview

[@ryugunner11]

Great interview Chris! Good job!

[@aidankav25]

Class interview with a legend of the wrestling business Paul has always come across as a humble genuine funny man from what I’ve seen in other interviews so much respect for the guy

[@elcape1645]

In the words of one of the best theme songs ever, “no more words” just awesome! Like fucking always, thank u Chris.

[@joshhale9355]

Man, Paul Wight seems like such a nice dude. I've seen several of his interviews and he's so fun to listen to.

[@danastout36]

That was awesome, I laughed a lot with that conversation! It always seems like you guys have fun together, great stuff!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mramazing9568]

got my white claw and I'm ready to watch a good ol" CVV interview!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Cheers!

[@claymathewselevator8121]

THE CLAW

[@scootzmcshootz5223]

it's amazing seeing the change in attitudes of the talent that come from wwe to aew. of all the talent i've seen talking about it, they all went from a feeling of being micro-managed to i can't wait to be more creative IN the ring and with the storylines.

[@Wickedred413]

" To move forward you have to be willing to say goodbye to yesterday" damn that was deep

[@Sccoppe]

Never forget Paul was a WCW guy, he was bound to end up in AEW it was inevitable.

[@theJaRRoOnE22]

Yah AEW has Always had a WCW feel

[@tylercox1875]

@@theJaRRoOnE22 it’s got at least three wcw guys in Paul Wight Chris Jericho and sting so there’s that

[@STICKNPICK]

A very good interview Chris. If Paul came out as Captain Insaneo, I would mark out to the max lol

[@MattAustinonYouTube]

Didn't think i could love Paul anymore than i did but damn this interview did it for me...could have listened to this for 6 hours...good one Chris!

[@ricbulow]

I swear. I did not think I would ever again pop for Paul Wight Big Show music hitting, but there I was, acting like a teenage wrestling fan, when his music hit, as he came down to confront QT. It finally feels good to be a wrestling fan again.

[@jamesrosano9439]

Chris brings on the best guests his shows are rockin keep up the good work

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks James!

[@AljonGo]

Another great chat Chris. Paul seems so down-to-earth and a HOF career!

[@marklinnett3265]

what a great interview Paul Wight is. He speaks so well and you really believe what he is saying. A true gentle giant. :)

[@seantheman1886]

I was lucky to see Big Show perform at a live event in Dublin. I didn't appreciate him then, but I do now. Nothing but love for Paul.

[@Gearlox]

WeeEeeelll that was a good interview

[@JimVincent]

Low key one of the better Vince impressions.

[@KevinCarter420]

So glad Paul White feeling great mentally & physically. Great talk Chris!!

[@juliusjujusurratt9568]

29:14 💯 Chris said it best!

[@casey8157]

It's a testament to Chris that everytime he does an interview a lot of the wrestlers are very complimentary towards and obviously like him a lot

[@liamhemstock2286]

16:10 and CM Punk sells both

[@MikeFromIndied]

TALL PAUL! Great interview CVV, as usual.

[@timeemotion1076]

Hearing Paul talk makes me feel excited for wrestling that I haven’t felt in years.

[@jeremymartin2141]

Chris you are by far, the greatest interviewer in the industry!

[@mringram]

Great interview

[@mays-bryant-the-yeechiman6400]

I love my cvv interviews

[@darrylsearcy6882]

Great interview as always Chris. You're the best talent interviewer in the wrestling business in my opinion. Paul is super nice..met him several years back in Houston,Tx when Knucklehead came out. I'd love to see a CAPTAIN INSANEO "BIO" PIC. That'd be fantastic..have a cameo by Adamn Sandlsr and the Water Boy cast. I guarantee it'd do well. Thank you for all the great interviews. You're so cheerful man. I can be having a bad day and watch your interviews and instantly feel better because of the positive energy you put out. Thank you brother!! You have a great day. :) -Darryl

[@kyledamron]

I can't believe I'm still watching Paul, and Sting wrestle! I remember the giants debut

[@thetamilianvineeshhh2498]

Paul is an amazing guy, he spent good time with me in AEW , he gave me lot of good advice . Very humble and down to the earth and very professional.

[@umairali-jp7xj]

Great job man..! Waiting for your interview with CM Punk.

[@williamnimbach6419]

The big show is always a great interveiw!! Chris i love that you always ask different questions! Do u watch the interveiws of wrestlers before you interveiw them? I swear you never ask the same question!!

[@BizarreBazaarBW]

Paul Wight with the Operation Dumbo Drop reference. I always remember that movie trailer playing on TV as a kid.

[@WrathUponEden]

Paul Wight is so awesome!

[@cloudywon]

It's crazy cause I was a WCW fan way before I was a wwe fan. I remember watching Big Show/Hogan in monster trucks on a building while Tony Schiavone commentated. And to now have them both doing commentary together for newer talent, it's amazing. Wrestling is a beautiful thing. I'm glad Paul is back in Professional Wrestling doing what he loves to do.

[@dravenwhittaker536]

Love it!

[@ArcaneAzmadi]

He's such a wonderfully charismatic and funny man. Bringing him in as a commentator was a brilliant idea, especially as he still has the option of getting physical if pushed.

[@timothyfrick2305]

Operation Dumbo Drop 😂 I love it! Only 3 minutes in and loving the interview. Paul is a cool dude

[@puzzledhopp]

I wanna see CVV interview Captain Insano!

[@GWSharpy]

CVV actual best interviewer. Lets guest talk! ♥️♥️

[@jesterr7133]

Speaking of "I was there", I was at Valentine's Day Massacre. I watched the Big Show make his WWE debut. That's nearly 25 years ago. Man, I'm getting old. lol

[@Gypsy_Danger_TMC]

Big Show dropped the "I WAS THERE" that was on the back of CM Punks shirt

[@hps69]

Thank you for the Captain Insano question Chris. I hope Paul's Waterboy gimmick comes into fruition and spotlight sometime soon in front of live AEW audiences. I'm willing to bet he'd be the most cheered heel

[@xavierpark5937]

"Rising tides lift all ships " Chris Van vliet 2021 CVV WITH another BANGER !

[@DoubleA6869]

Awesome interview, and Paul seems like a great dude. I did have to rewind once cause he said he was in WWE for 4 decades =] Maybe, it felt that way to him