Ken Shamrock On That Chairshot From The Rock, WWE Hall Of Fame Snub, Refusing To Wrestle Chyna

[@ChrisVanVliet]

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[@flybirdsfly2091]

Ok

[@Yourfavouritesynth]

Chris is such a nice guy I'm just a random British guy who sent him a message on two different occasions and both times he took the time to respond and actually talk to me❤

[@derek-64]

No

[@HushTheMyth]

Random question: Are you planning on having Michael Cole in an interview? I'd love to hear his stories ❤

[@MackDaddyMackkazzlen]

Good interview Chris. Guest/interview ideas Sharkboy, Rene Dupree again, ICP, headbangers, Shannon Moore, Christopher Daniels, sandman

[@kanokiljoy5582]

Ken Shamrock is a forgotten treasure of the attitude era.

[@DieselThePhoenix]

No real wrestling fans have EVER forgotten Ken Shamrock. The same goes for MMA

[@JS-ij3ks]

Real one's remember..

[@dougeaton7600]

Ken Shamrock was one of my all-time favorites of the Attitude Era.

[@negrosuave9315]

Should’ve been at least a 1-2X WWF champ during his tenure. He had the look and the ankle lock!

[@marcinluberadzki6422]

Ken Shamrock from 1993 -2002 💪💪🔥

[@Yeaidoubtit]

CVV might have the greatest wrestling podcast ever. Doesn’t talk over his guest, gives us who we want, and is just genuinely one of the chillest guys ever

[@DrMicahLuv]

I'm relatively new to CVV. I fell in love with him when he called out Dave Meltzer about the five star matches.

[@GirthAtBirth82]

@@DrMicahLuv stevie richards, maven and undertakers are great too.

[@GirthAtBirth82]

@@DrMicahLuvstevie richards newest video calls out Meltzer aswell.

[@DrMicahLuv]

@@GirthAtBirth82 not a big fan of maven's podcast, but Stevie Richards with the sportscaster Style with the TV in the stylist is awesome. And of course Undertaker could read the phone book and I listen to it LOL

[@GirthAtBirth82]

@@DrMicahLuv Ye true I would listen to those before Maven, but maven to me has touched on more of the controversial topics in wrestling than the others. But takers is just getting started honestly. his one with kane and godfather are goated and mark henry.

[@adsbyantman]

We NEED Shamrock in the Hall Of Fam. One of the most underrated and overlooked superstars from the attitude era

[@JuliusC1973]

Someone needs to explain to me why this man never had a run as WWE Champion? The fact that he is not in the WWE Hall of Fame is a disgrace and long overdue in my opinion. A Pioneer in Combat Sports and Professional Wrestling.

[@MADGUNSMONSTER]

​@@JuliusC1973 Agreed!!

[@BlakeAustin2011]

@@JuliusC1973He was getting set up for it, but they kept his character so stagnant (not his decision), and it stopped resonating with fans.

[@niiteshayde]

💯💯💯

[@ryanjohnston7844]

I loved Kenny shamrock he was a legit animal.

[@escotheg00n]

Shamrock vs Angle in their primes has always been a fantasy match for me.

[@basicpianotutorial]

Or Ken Shamrock vs Brock Lesnar

[@mohdroshidi1636]

​@@basicpianotutorialken will eat brock lesnar ankle

[@Truckerdaddy]

​@@basicpianotutorialin their primes it would be a phenomenal match for sure.

[@cartersipes5971]

Big facts

[@tayojones9460]

That match would have been amazing

[@jokersinurface]

Hearing Shamrock speak so candidly about his career was great. I love how he spoke about the good, bad, and ugly but threw no one under the bus. Very classy.

[@KamoMustafaWWE]

Ken Shamrock should have been WWF Champion.

[@izumolee6714]

Bret wanted to drop the belt to him but of course Vince nixed that idea cause he wanted to put the belt on Shawn.

[@jesterboykins2899]

I wished they pushed him all the way too. Could’ve taken that pretty far in my opinion.

[@DavisD814]

Ken was a great mid card talent. When I think of the term “mid card” Shamrock is the first person to come to mind. Before him, you had your top guys, bottom guys and tag teams. You didn’t have actual mid card guys until Shamrock. He was a great in ring talent but he wasn’t WWF Champion material solely for the fact that he wasn’t good at promos at all. There’s a reason you don’t see many clips of him on the mic. I love Shamrock too. But he wasn’t ready.

[@amanpretbasuita2725]

⁠@@DavisD814 Bam Bam Bigelow, Ricky Steamboat, Jake the Snake, Razor Ramon, Mr. Perfect, Owen Hart, Rick Rude & Roddy Piper off the top of my head came before Shamrock. Most cut great promo’s but never got the big one. All mid-carders bro. Not to take anything away from Kenny, he was great, but certainly not the first.

[@Habib_ApaKhabar]

Shamrock's theme is badass 🔥

[@1corgado14]

Fire theme for a fire wrestler

[@Habib_ApaKhabar]

@@1corgado14 Truth

[@Crowydog1982]

@@1corgado14see what you did there 😂

[@MichaelSevilla97]

​@@1corgado14exactly I couldn't agree more ✌

[@thedespairsquid399]

Yeah, was just thinking I need to go listen to Shamrocks theme music after this interview.

[@mythical_dragon84]

Shamrock absolutely needs to be in the WWE hall of fame I loved watching him growing up his intensity was unreal and of course the chair shot was insane

[@murkwell17]

When i first started watching wrestling, Shamrock just SPOKE to me. He was so real and bad ass, it made it all seem legitimate. I'd have never become a fan if not for that man

[@Habib_ApaKhabar]

We can have Steve Blackman on the set next time! Chris never done Blackman before. :)

[@wa2k99]

Head cheese!

[@zlinedavid]

That’s Steve Mu’fuggin Blackman to you!

[@tomhand1070]

As a kid watching Shamrock vs The Rock at Royal Rumble 98, I totally believed everything that was going on. Shamrock’s reactions to everything and the way he went about the match, it just felt real! He should definitely be in the hall of fame!!

[@NapoleonicWarrior]

Ken Shamrock was so underrated. I used to love his belly to belly suplex and that ankle lock.

[@zlinedavid]

It’s a tie between Shamrock and Owen for best belly-to-belly ever. Both were so crisp, so quick.

[@marvellis6762]

Ken Shamrock. A trailblazer that's criminally underrated for his vast body of work in combat.

[@marcinluberadzki6422]

Before first fight with Tito Ortiz he was really good fighter

[@vileluca]

There wouldn't have been an attitude era without Shamrock. Give this man his flowers, Triple H.

[@Mike-qz4by]

Dumbest saying ever. What guy wants flowers? Give him his tampons.

[@marvellis6762]

Huh?? Ken was and is great. A pioneer. But the Attitude Era only doesn't happen if no Steve Austin and original DX

[@JasonNapier-v3x]

​@@marvellis6762Brian Pillman started the attitude era. Austin said so himself

[@marvellis6762]

Okay... if you say so.

[@adwhite804]

Plenty of wrestlers helped bring the attitude era to its peak. And as much as I like Stone Cold and even DX... they weren't the only reason the attitude era was so good. Guess you forgot the Rock came up then as well.. APA and so on. While I understand those were the top guys in the company ... other than Undertaker ( also not mentioned) , since that's when the American badass schtick was born .... saying DX and stone cold were the reason for the era is both right and wrong. Without all the other players in WWF ( at the time) they wouldn't have had such success. Can't make heroes if you got no bad guys.* Or vice versa.

[@MADGUNSMONSTER]

Chris Van Vliet What i really love about your channel is the randomness. You NEVER know who's next up to be interviewed!! Always good work, and always wishing you the best CVV!! (and i see your dual KZbin plaques in the background!!)

[@ChrisVanVliet]

I appreciate that!

[@cactusvellamusic]

Holy crap, Shamrock is awesome! Total class act who really seems to understand, and have such a respect for every business he's been a part of.

[@Rockki2]

Another guy I’ve never really had much exposure to in interviews. What a great guy, so much fun and well spoken. Love the interview 😊

[@bilmeister88]

Couldn’t agree more with your comment Chris Ken brought realism to wrestling.

[@spacecase7504]

Another Shamrock interview, i can't get enough of this

[@WrecklessSith]

Shamrock is an absolute legend! I had a friend back in the day and Shamrock was his favorite go to Wrestler for games and backyard wrestling. Great times.

[@Shrasha]

What a man to interview. Chris, you are so lucky to speak with these legends and future legends, and Shamrock is one of the more deserving guys to get the HOF induction. Well done mate - if ever I meet you I’ll get you a beer! 🤙

[@ChrisVanVliet]

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[@graysontheginger]

Ken Shamrock was somebody I absolutely loved as a kid, and even more as an adult. He had such raw intensity and legitimacy when he came to the ring, you can actually believe he would kick your ass because he could have for real!

[@TranquilZoo]

Ken Shamrock... never caused a stir post WWE. What a champ!

[@SouthernWolf81]

Before there was Brock Lesnar, there was Ken Shamrock. He was one of the first publicly legit fighters in the business. He paved the way for Brock.

[@SegunOla80]

Shamrock DEFINITELY needs to be, has to be in the HOF no question asked. What he did in WWE was phenomenal

[@jedimindtrick75]

I've never hard Ken talk for this long. What a dude. Really enjoyed the conversation. Great to get to know more about him

[@renatoism]

There weren't tap outs in wrestling until Ken Shamrock in WWE. Ken Shamrock literally changed wrestling.

[@sonnygutierrez4269]

Shamrock started in WWE in 97. Tazz was already tapping people out in ECW in 96.

[@q.h.s5051]

Always great to hear from Ken. A personal favorite of mine and I only started watching WWE ten years ago. He and his brother Frank deserve alot more recognition

[@AsadKhan-lu8kx]

His entrance and theme music still give me goosebumps, and he was legit with his shit! Ridiculously underrated despite his style and charisma.

[@terrrell7798]

One of the G.O.A.T.'s of professional wrestling, and a epic theme song.

[@jesterboykins2899]

Loved Ken in WWF. He doesn’t get enough credit. The match he had with Owen in that cage. Totally innovative in that match. Only time that match ever happened. They both had to innovate on the fly. I’ll always remember that match. Original, and cool.

[@zlinedavid]

The Lion’s Den and the Dungeon match in Stu’s basement.

[@TERPJERKZ710]

I bagged this man’s groceries more than once at my first Job, when I was 17. What a guy!

[@ChrisVanVliet]

That’s awesome!

[@TERPJERKZ710]

@@ChrisVanVliet listening to how you conduct interviews, made me understand how human everybody really is. This was a good interview man! You’re crushing it man. You Inspire me daily.

[@MichaelSevilla97]

​@@TERPJERKZ710exactly and he never interrupts like so many interviews ✌

[@danw4490]

Shamrock has always been one of my favorites. Yet another incredible interview from the best. Thank you Chris.

[@elbishus]

I started crying when I met Ken last year. He was my all time favorite when I was a kid. Such a sweet and nice guy. God Bless you Ken.

[@Larryandhisbelts]

Was always a huge fan. I finally got to meet him when he came into the boxing gym I attended at the time. He was amazing to meet. And it was great timing because I had recently lost my aunt and it was good to meet a legend like him.

[@mybestfriendlober]

These are the best interviews ever and with such amazing guests!! I'm just getting into wrestling and i love this channel

[@asemperofidelis9295]

Love how Shamrock still calls it “WWF”. Another great interview. 👏

[@WaDarkPhoenix]

Ken is one of my favourite all time wrestlers, and really cemented my love for WWE. I had always heard about the not wanting to wrestle Chyna stuff and how people had blown it up to be a big thing, hearing from him and how wholesome his reasoning was for not wanting to do it, elevated him even more for me.

[@markcafebrown2883]

Aww your daughter is so cute. Nothing more special than a father daughter bond. I have 1 daughter and 2 sons. The bond w/my daughter is so so amazing

[@ChrisVanVliet]

The absolute best!

[@BigPapaPumpzilla]

Ken Shamrock is a LEGEND!

[@gooner03]

Shamrock was always so good and is clearly such a humble guy.

[@ProWrestleClips]

Shamrock is a legend dude. WWE Hall Of Fame this year absolutely.

[@cartersipes5971]

This might be my favorite interview. Wish it was able to go on longer. The interviews throughout the last few months have been top tier.

[@gunnarherberts001]

Never realized what a great and humble guy he really is until now

[@kennethmckeel8500]

You can tell he loves the business just as much as anyone also

[@DIESEL-SAVES-LIVES]

KEN SHAMROCK!! I wish we had more of him in WWE. Hopefully he gets some cameos, come on WWE!

[@thechad228]

Man Shamrock was always one of my favorites from back in the day. Thanks for this Chris!

[@16dwreck]

It is amazing how well spoken this guy is considering the damage that’s been done to his mind and body over the years. Absolute warrior

[@mrowley7300]

Dude was one of favourites growing up

[@BJatTheMovies]

Shamrock was one of my boys! Loved him and Blackman growing up. Thanks for this, Chris!

[@billwebber400]

What an entertaining guy, loved him mma, and pro... wrestling. Awesome interview!!! Great as always CVV❤

[@easter_sunday]

Ken Shamrock is the man! He deserves to be in the WWE Hall of Fame.

[@damanwholaughslast]

Chris you seriously are so good at your craft. The questions, the way they are asked, you are the true definition of a journalist.

[@michaelhempfield5604]

Cheers to this interview Gents 🍻

[@ChrisVanVliet]

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[@theboysllc3174]

I’ve been waiting to hear this guys stories forever

[@That-guy-there1]

Much like other people I was a kid at the time when this man and this era of wrestling was happening. I gave up on it as a kid but I decided to go back and rewatch everything starting from 97 and man I always love watching these videos after watching a few episodes of RAW. Thank you for doing these interviews

[@whattheshrek9046]

Humble legend . Great up watching Ken in UFC and he’s always been a badass .

[@utsmoi]

Was my favourite in the attitude era and also got me into UFC back in 96, and absolute legend

[@AcesPlace22]

Ken was one of the last wrestlers I met back in 2019... loved this guy since I was a kid. He deserves wayyyyy more praise 👏 🙌

[@tayojones9460]

Ken Shamrock is a true legend and definitely deserves more credit for his contributions to wrestling.

[@awesomereviews1561]

He was my main in Wrestlemania 2000 on N64!

[@MmacentralNl]

Ken is always entertaining to listen to and has kept his wits about him. He's mellowed out by a lot as well. Big fan back in the early MMA days.

[@boomersooner9888]

Love this interview. Ken Shamrock has a great personality.

[@dahljeffrey61]

CVV is on a roll with these interviews as of late. Love it

[@ChrisVanVliet]

🙏🙏

[@dquanissavage6287]

Chris And Ken Such A Awesome Interview Today!!🔥🐐🐐💎

[@universe2823]

Chris is a fantastic interviewer. The way he manages to make the interviewee relaxed and at home is commendable. I’m a journalist and interviewed Shamrock 10 years ago. Even though he was welcoming I didn’t have the confidence or expertise at the time that Chris has to steer the interview the same way. Kudos!

[@ShayneMor]

Ken Shamrock is so awesome!

[@Beastmode9000]

My favorite attitude era wrestler, dude needs to be in the HoF and I’d love to see him make a comeback of some kind, doesn’t have to be in ring

[@The-Marinho]

Love your Interviews because they are very authentic and down to earth. Pls never change your interview style ^^

[@bobrogers5568]

Shamrock is such a humble guy! Class act!

[@shawnthorington7723]

Shamrock is my favorite character to use in 2k.

[@myguydizzy5839]

I subscribed c.v.v....your interviews are insightful!! 😂 keep em coming brother

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Appreciate you!

[@datguy9987]

Tbh..I started really watching wrestling because of Shamrock. Opened a new door for me and always watched since then.

[@green_eye_shy_guy]

Awesome Questions you asked CVV!

[@Natedogg406]

THE WORLD'S MOST DANGEROUS MAN Excellent interview Chris van vliet always been a fan of Ken Shamrock his WWE career is incredibly underrated and I think he 💯 deserves to be in the WWE HOF

[@AW-kr9fl]

Shamrock was my fav wrestler as a kid. He was awesome and super over especially in 98. He should’ve had a run as WWF champion

[@StoneyHoliday]

My absolute favorite wrestler during the attitude era. I got tuned in because of him and I got into fitness because of him.

[@tommydeamon7657]

Chris you coulda interviewed Ken for another hour damnd this was a good one it felt like it was maybe 5 minutes even though I know it was like an hour thank you chris thank you Ken you both rule salute

[@walterclark3198]

Shamrock brought realism into the business and his work look legit. That angle lock was cool but he spinning slam that was pretty cool.

[@dcasillas3412]

Awesome attitude flash back. Thank you! Time to sit down with the Lethal Weapon now. I really want to hear his stories...

[@PatrickCriscuola-e7b]

Watching this right now! Always loved Shamrock! Also love your content, been following you since your days on Deco Drive years ago. I was like wait a minute I remember him! That was a couple of years ago. Congrats on all of the success and what you bring to the wrestling world. It's always amazing seeing these interviews with current wrestlers and more of the wrestlers of my childhood, them stepping out of their personal and the stories behind the most iconic moments in history. Thanks Chris!

[@Ghetto187Murda]

I’m glad I got to see Ken Shamrock Twice! First time was for Impact Wrestling in Las Vegas and second time was for Impact’s Bound For Glory in Chicago. He was and still is a beast!

[@mitchwooten5150]

Awesome Interview Chris. Ken has always been one of my favorites. My dream match was always Ken Shamrock Vs Kurt Angle.

[@benlowrey7230]

What a legend. The only reason I first looked at ufc was because I wanted to watch Ken! Great interview, great lad

[@bestfrankforever]

ANOTHER excellent time CVV. Fascinating about Shamrock's childhood, I had no idea. NO idea about ROCK on TNA either WOW!

[@JasonNapier-v3x]

Shamrock helped a lot of people get over in the WWE. Shit hes still going in the ring hard.

[@alechall3302]

“I’M IN MY ZONE!” Ken Shamrock legend

[@Mr_Jingles_147]

1 legit badass. Will always remember him and Steve Blackman being absolute nails, and having that character that could "snap" made them even more hardcore. 100% HOF worthy!

[@josecarlosgarciaii2420]

respect for Ken, no bitterness not a bad word to say about anyone .

[@mramazing9568]

So I purchased WWF The Music vol 4 and I would not stop listening to Shamrocks entrance song. It was so fire, probably the biggest catalyst for getting me into wrestling.

[@Cheezewiz99]

Thank you for this interview!

[@wellsaid9589]

Ty sir for the years of content. Another solid interview.

[@Simonskilamb]

Haha I've been watching your videos for a while and let me tell you man, your intro did indeed convince me to finally just hit that subscribe button. Great stuff as always.

[@taranguapo]

Ken is a cool dude! A true to himself man. Respect.

[@lernenderzukunft]

Is that Tough or stupid? Well, he's been a great WWE superstar all the way... I totally respect him.

[@Bigrig_trmc]

Does anyone else go look up these matches they talk about during the interview to watch and come back to the interview?😂 I do it all the time lol I’m going to look up the vador match now 🎉

[@djpipes475]

How Ken is not in the HOF is a mystery. He deserves it 100000%

[@ministryofdarkness8179]

Glad to hear Shamrock is happy in life. It's also great to hear Shamrock refer to the WWE as the WWF. 👍

[@OtterBe]

Shamrock seems like an amazing dude. So nice and not arrogant. Atleast thats what i get from how he is in this podcast

[@deadforever]

One of my favourites as a kid. Brought legitimacy to wrestling. Smart as hell too going on the brawl for all explanation