Former WWE Wrestler Answers Questions from Reddit

Why do wrestlers clap before a move? What's the real reason wrestlers wear wrist tape? Former WWE wrestler Maven answers all that and more in this video.

[@MavenKHuffman]

What question was NOT asked in this video that you have always wanted answered?

[@Source98705]

Who was the hardest guy to work with for u. Cause I can’t remember if you’ve answered this before sorry if u have

[@tnceddiej]

Has any superstar ever made it seem like they lived check to check and barely had money on the road?

[@MomoKawashima5]

When a wrestler is getting into the business, do they create their gimmicks around their move sets, or do they figure out their move sets before thinking up their gimmick

[@aybanpali]

@@MavenKHuffman When’s the next Blooper reel coming out?

[@Soon_Solstice]

@@MavenKHuffman How fast/slow does the time go by when you're out there, live and in the moment, in front of all of those people while you're trying to hit your spots and tryin to put on a good show?

[@CoachKen10]

Maven, I appreciate the hard work and creativity you put into all your videos to educate and entertain us all!

[@legendkillla21]

He has people who do. The research and everything he just films he doesn't put the work in he admitted this

[@CoachKen10]

@@legendkillla21 You are a fun person

[@tdb4763]

​@@CoachKen10almost too fun to function 😂

[@MavenKHuffman]

Thank you for supporting our work. Zach and I truly do take the time to make our videos different and informative. It’s fans like you that make it possible and keep us going.

[@landonmiles97]

Maven, I mean no offense when I say this, you’re more over now than you were then. You were an under appreciated talent.

[@Da5kone001]

Eh his ring work wasn’t too great he was kinda in a weird spot where he was athletic but not like a high flier and his move list sucked. I wish he did some more in depth promos I bet they would have been good.

[@Zedja]

Back then he lacked the charisma he has now.

[@MavenKHuffman]

No offense taken! I AGREE! 😂

[@Joreel]

​​@@Da5kone001Well by his own admission, he was young and didn't think he really needed to put in the time to develop his skills like he should have. He said that looking back he probably should have put in the time like he was told to and if he did he probably would have been a bigger star in the company. But that's the problem with hindsight, you only get it after the fact.

[@Da5kone001]

@@Joreel I’m aware, and I get it. My comment was more a direct response to ops under appreciated comment. I don’t think he was under appreciated at all, I think if anything he was over pushed for how he performed. He also has the unfortunate (or fortunate depending on how you look at it) circumstance of wrestling in an era where the talent pool was insane and there were tons of interesting gimmicks and stories

[@nigelchaos]

Every time Maven enters a room: "Hey guys, Maven here. I'm a former WWE wrestler."

[@TucBroder]

I would do that too, if I was a former WWE wrestler xD

[@nigelchaos]

@@TucBroder ABSOLUTELY!

[@bobtheslob2246]

Maybe he messes up from time to time, too. "Hey Former mavens, wrestler here. I'm a guy"

[@TucBroder]

@@bobtheslob2246 Well, it is nice to know he's a guy with all these people wanting to be called whatever. He's come into the room and made it clear from the start!

[@brandon8900]

What an original comment

[@sometimesitbelikedat2529]

Randy's powerslam is always a thing of beauty. The speed with which he spins his opponents, wow, unmatched.

[@Speedyreedy1218]

@@sometimesitbelikedat2529 Goldust #1, then Randy a close second.

[@ibtunesoriginals2629]

I can do it faster

[@dieselviper7811]

The fact most of us forgot about you from WWE and now you’re the biggest thing on wrestling KZbin really says a lot about your ability to tell stories about almost anything and make it interesting

[@wingerding]

How could you forget?

[@bamfordblue6853]

Yep. Our boy does great work!

[@dieselviper7811]

@@wingerding a midcarder from 20 years ago? Easy to slip my mind if it wasn’t for his KZbin even though I did watch tough enough when it was on

[@alphanerd7221]

I'm not forgetting the guy who did the most perfect dropkick I've ever seen.

[@FredDoGG1985]

Who forgot Maven....i can see newer fans not knowing him before these youtube videos....but if u were a fan in the early 2000s you knew who he was...i remember he represented me and my buddies who wanted to be wrestlers...and tried to sign up for tough enough but were only 15....maven got to live our dream

[@slakcheetah4989]

“If something was offered, I’d take it” Maven, I work in a blood bank. If you ever need a transfusion I can hook you up!

[@MavenKHuffman]

😂😂😂 nahhhh… I’m good!

[@DUDEBroHey]

​@@MavenKHuffman you said you'd take it

[@atrmediaofficial]

Believe in Jesus Christ for salvation which is eternal life to be saved and guaranteed heaven ❤️

[@williambrown5934]

lol Speaking of Blood Banks… I hate needles but often want to try to force myself to expose myself to needles by giving blood- and learned recently that I am 0+ blood so… Want to more than ever! I have been told it’s a rare/ valuable blood type so I feel I should share it lol. Was looking up “blood drives” in NH, in the areas of Rochester, Farmington & Somersworth but maybe I should look for “blood banks” instead… Helped me possibly in being able to see this comment- while making more of a joke but still.. lol. And was pretty funny comment btw!

[@jkulick82]

😂

[@shawnmichaels568]

Maven is really well-spoken, It makes the things he speak clearer alongside with his sense of humor aswell.

[@Kalel2.0]

Hes also really friendly and has a welcoming presence

[@SparkyTakedown]

Big facts

[@lordbanks2559]

Frfr, I TRY and listen to Stevie Richards pod or clips (not knocking the guy) but I can’t get into his stuff. Him , Conrad, Blue Meanie. I think the way u explained it is perfect . Also , the fact that he’s direct and immediate to make points about his video title is what keeps me tuned in. Again, no disrespect towards the other guys but gahhhh dammit Mave, you’re killin it brotha. Fingers crossed you eventually make a WWE Comeback in some way.

[@tommytalloable]

Would be fantastic commentator imho

[@doboldek]

i think because he was a teacher once upon a time

[@gmaxion2001]

Terry Funk waa in a place in Louisiana that I was eating in as well. I forgot the name of the place. I called the server over and paid his bill. I wrote hom a note that pretty much said "Thank you for everything. From an appreciative fan." He never knew who I was I don't think as I askrd the server to keep me anonymous. He yelled out a thank you to whoever paid for his meal. He deserved it. RIP Funker.

[@coppertopv365]

I paid for meals to veterans that had been combat vets. They had WW2 Vet hats an stuff, But very rarely have I as a vet had a stranger pay my meal.

[@KnightofSpear7101]

And everyone clapped

[@emanuelperez3595]

The wrist and finger wrapping was explained by stone cold on his podcast. He stated at times you are so sweaty and your opponent as well. You barely have grip with your hands. So the tape or wrap helps have proper grip. So when you do a move or spot. You dont loose grip or slip. Also he stated it does help you joints and with certain moves or landings it helps a lot too. Plus the grip issue applies to the mat and ropes too

[@Speedyreedy1218]

Every wrestler has a different motive for it. In HHH'S documentary, it had multiple purposes. 1. *Injury prevention.* He said he's broken his wrist (and fingers) a few times, so he always liked to tape his right wrist and hand, especially since that's his dominant one. Same for his knuckles. 2. *Aesthetics.* He said as he was becoming The Game, this jacked badass, his look was part of the gimmick. Taping all knuckles, his left wrist and dominant hand contributed to his ability/perception to be a killer, a destroyer, a fighter. 3. *Homage.* The last reason he said was to pay tribute to the old school wrestlers who would tape up.

[@PhillyBagel]

I originally speculated it was to help stabilize the wrist for all the moves they have to do. But having something to help reliably grip on an opponent makes much more sense.

[@Jacktrack7]

28:30 "Taker is in my phone as Taker" lol what a flex 😂

[@KillianJones114]

Ye that's a flex

[@jason1hut]

As someone who's 50 years old I don't have a Stefano entrance from Days of our life at my ringtone.

[@Soon_Solstice]

I just clocked out from the overnight shift, and I got to listen to Maven on the drive home. It was a relaxing drive after an adrenaline and caffeine fueled shift. Thank you, Maven.

[@fidenciomadrigal2157]

Medical field?

[@HPLovesCraftsCat]

who asked

[@yolobathsalts]

​@@HPLovesCraftsCatI'm not sure, but i think it was this fat chick .. i think it was your mom

[@MavenKHuffman]

Glad I can help! 👍🏽

[@BlessedPen]

Night shift lives off of good youtube

[@shawnmichaels568]

30 minutes of Maven answering all the questions?!? That's what I am talking about.

[@granitemonkey]

That's good shit pal.

[@Jrock111111111]

Don't mean to bring another topic in the convo, but 30 is more than Ka.......nevermind....

[@erichall4548]

Agree 100 percent....this should be a weekly series ...Maven is for real...

[@chrisw4120]

"Why do wrestlers clap before a move?" Because they believe in Joe Hendry.👏

[@TheMikeG1291]

Comments should be turned off after this. You win!

[@alicemcpike54]

Thanks, I just got that song out of my head 😂

[@samtipton9402]

😅😅😅😅😅

[@Kevmaster2000]

No clue who that is

[@fnggaming89]

Randy Orton right before he does the comeback power slam

[@danieltharp1343]

Thanks for answering questions today. Rest in peace Kevin Sullivan.

[@MavenKHuffman]

100%! Kevin was an amazing ambassador for the business he loved his whole life. He will be missed

[@BrianLane21]

Sullivan v Benoit at Bash and the Beach 97 in their career match is still one of my all time favorite matches. That was like a week before my 10th birthday and that night we had already ordered the ppv, but before it started that night we had church. At the end of the sermon before prayer we always had the opportunity to add whatever we wanted to the prayer. I remember praying along with and in front of probably around 200 people that Benoit would win that night. I was not let down 😅. RIP Kevin

[@cjmckay309]

Kevin Sullivan's not - oh. Oh no.

[@UseYourIllusions78]

Say ten nick trash fiddler file

[@aloudpancake]

10:37 I've never heard a more quintessential gulp. Sounds like it was lifted from a cartoon, and the facial expression fits it perfectly

[@emenesu]

Straight out of Looney Toons, the man is a pro

[@sherazahmed565]

Met Maven at the gym last week. He’s truly a gentleman in real life. He took time out to speak with me and took a picture with me. Super cool guy!

[@kylejones5376]

Lucky!

[@toenail3242]

What gym do you go to ?

[@hainewnumber3963]

@@toenail3242nah now that’s just creepy.

[@oldmanjesus9855]

Would he be less of a gentleman if he had ignored you and went about his life?

[@LilianaMcleod-pj9jw]

Can't believe how good this was, well done!

[@MavenKHuffman]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@GO_DETROIT]

​@MavenKHuffman uhhh maven do you not realize that's a bot?

[@bene233]

Maven could read me a phone book and it would still be entertaining.

[@Soon_Solstice]

He's got a great narrative voice.

[@MavenKHuffman]

😂 …. Let’s start with the “A”s….

[@amyhoard1222]

Do actual paper phonebooks even exist anymore in this "paperless" world 🤔

[@cyanmage1]

@@amyhoard1222 yes i got one in the mail earlier this year but i do live in a small town so they are slow to change

[@mage1439]

@@MavenKHuffman Aaron A. Aaronson...

[@JoshuaTraffanstedt]

I always look forward to watching these videos. You may have thought you found your calling in life teaching and/or wrestling, but THIS is your calling, buddy. Youre incredibly entertaining and ive thought so since the original season of tough enough. Like i literally knew you were going to win probably 2 or 3 episodes in. You just have a likeable personality, my guy. Keep it up!

[@Canuck1000]

With regards to the World Wildlife Fund, the organization did sue the WWF for copyright infringement and the wrestling federation lost. It was not surprising since the Wildlife Fund had the acronym WWF first, but was also an international organization whereas the wrestling federation was mainly known in the US.

[@corrick]

It's crazy how consistently good Maven's videos are. Love it!

[@cardshot]

Man, I've never watched wrestling, but I cant stop watching Maven! He makes it so interesting!

[@MavenKHuffman]

This comment made my day!

[@CYB3R2K]

What are you waiting? WWE popularity is hot right now, it's rivaling it's best 2000s years

[@alphanerd7221]

@@CYB3R2K WWE is terrible right now.

[@CYB3R2K]

@@alphanerd7221 your limited opinion, everyone, even old guys, wrestlers and more disagree

[@alphanerd7221]

@@CYB3R2K That's factual analysis based on extensive wrestling knowledge. What you say everyone agrees on isn't persuasive of anything other than your own intellectual shortcomings.

[@Flaxxkko]

18:35 hearing Maven say “Sunny Days” gave me instant flashbacks 😂😂 iykyk

[@landonmiles97]

I was wondering if that was a reference 😂😂

[@The_Razielim]

Right? my brain immediately went "Mmmhmm..." at that line lmao

[@andywindbreaker6010]

I know! I was only half paying attention, but did a double-take the moment I heard him say it. 😅

[@Mopperty]

Savage 😂

[@MavenKHuffman]

😉

[@jaykirizz219]

11:44 actually maven, fun fact, when Randy claps his hands before doing this move, It is a way of letting the opponent taking the move know that they are taking the bump. If Randy does not clap his hands, then he is expecting the move to get countered.

[@RandyCandelario-gq6kt]

How do you know this?

[@Dadpool5864]

That’s not possible, no one has the cognitive ability to comprehend that clap prior to taking moves it happens way too fast

[@BlakeGibbons]

​@@Dadpool5864 except it is possible and is a tactic used for decades.

[@wingerding]

​@@BlakeGibbons no one has that kind of reaction time. Physically impossible.

[@BlakeGibbons]

@@wingerding well maybe you don't, but when it's part of your every day life it's pretty damn simple. Try getting active, you might amaze yourself with how the mind works.

[@devadasn]

Iron sheik got excited when he wrestled Hogan 😂

[@JamalKharon]

Those guys were as high as balls off the ground during matches.

[@steveedwards9451]

The original Hawk-tua

[@DrMACPOW]

Rene Dupree was always excited...

[@granpastreetz]

​@@steveedwards9451or Hulk-Tua

[@murraysaucedo897]

@@granpastreetzDavid Tua? Hulk would have no business there he’d be out cold in no time

[@chillgameplay5771]

Maven personality definitely grew on me he’s funny and I like hearing about the business through his point of view

[@MavenKHuffman]

🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@jonbourgoin182]

Did you find him cringey on here at first?

[@ag806]

Loved the Vince gulping impression. Spot on.

[@Nightly0]

I haven't been a fan of WWE for years, not since I was a kid in 2006 when I started to like WWE. I was a baby when Maven started in WWE and by the time I got interested in it he had left. Never saw a single match of his. But I just happened to come across his channel one day and watch a video randomly. I'm not slightly back into WWE because of him. I find his channel just so good and interesting and he's a fantastic presenter. Honestly, if you read this Maven want to thank you for what your doing, saying and how you're saying it.

[@cattlefish4533]

What a great channel! I'm a pro-wrestling fan in Japan. I wish the "behind the curtains" aspect of pro-wrestling more openly talked in Japan like in America.

[@kevin084life]

29:36 That's probably why Triple H didn't like Mark Jindrak. Kept calling him ‘Paul’ he probably thought he was being disrespectful 😂

[@Metaltalk41]

Makes it so weird knowing he's now announced as Paul when entering the ring for a promo

[@marcelocapeljunior3579]

Here's an idea. Current day wrestlers that Maven would have wanted to work with when he was active in the ring.

[@MavenKHuffman]

👍🏽💡

[@jeffydezzy7503]

As a life time wrestling fan I love getting all this insider info, thanks again Maven love the channel

[@joemattox7525]

Italian stallion from WCW used to get a little....ummm...excited while he was in the ring. I remember when my sister pointed that out. It's not something you can unsee

[@keejay12]

Well Rey Mysterio vs Undertaker at Royal Rumble 2010 was one of the greatest assaults put on in a ring 😂

[@MavenKHuffman]

You’re not wrong! 😂

[@CYB3R2K]

Especially the part when Rey broke Takers orbital bone.

[@keejay12]

@@CYB3R2K Rey did the best he could to defend himself in that assault 😂

[@BrandonFlint-ro2ns]

@@CYB3R2K With his bottom no less

[@Spenerico]

One of the sickest last rides in that match

[@TheOneAndOnlyZelenkaGuru]

00:07 - Why does WWE hate when stars get over on their own? 3:49 - Why does WWE act like it was never called WWF? 6:25 - Is it easy for WWE wrestlers to get free food at restaurants while traveling? 7:38 - What are the harsh realities of being a WWE wrestler? 9:07 - Why do they exaggerate the weight (height) of some wrestlers? 10:15 - How do male wrestlers deal with boners in the ring? 11:02 - Why do wrestlers clap their hands sometimes (before) a move? 11:59 - Why do some wrestlers tape up their fingers/wrists/fists? 13:31 - Why do wrestlers need to ask permission from other wrestlers if using their finishing moves? 14:32 - Why do wrestlers get their (gear) from? And do they get to decide on their outfit ? 17:25 - Why do so many wrestlers choose to live in Florida? 18:37 - How often, when, and where do wrestlers practice moves??? 21:45 - How often do wrestlers get to "go home" while working a touring schedule? 23:15 - Why do wrestlers hook the leg when they pin each other? 24:07 - How much money are non-major company wrestlers making? 25:21 - How (do) Wrestler's naming work across organizations? Some wrestlers are able to use the same name everywhere while others are not. 27:44 - Do wrestlers go by their real names backstage or do they adopt their (gimmick) names? (P.S Maven, if you add these timestamps to the description, they should show up on the video for everyone)

[@swapnildeshmukh7113]

Thanks

[@anonymousyt-vq8jk]

❤

[@lastson5014]

Doing God’s work

[@MaDFroG88]

Thanks 🎉

[@ojiuchechukwujamesnjoku5622]

The way to go!

[@jkfuel]

You should be a commentator! Intelligent, thoughtful, great presence. Keep up the great work!

[@bendavidjohn]

I'll be honest with you Maven, back when I watched WWE I do remember you as a wrestler but wasn't that aware of your story etc. I've been pleasantly suprised finding your channel and really enjoy your content. I've rewatched some of your footage and you were clearly very capable. Great job on getting this youtube channel so successfull man, very happy for you!

[@callummc1988]

The "why does anyone care about title reign records" question is like asking "why would anyone care if The Avengers save the world? The movie is fake anyway". They're simulating a sport, becoming the champion is the goal of any serious competitor. If WWE stopped caring about their championships, the whole product would become pointless. Just ask WCW what happens when you decide the World Championship is just a prop

[@AlexBen-v7y]

Tbf, it's a kinda reasonable question... You are absolutely correct in your logic, but see it from other perspective. Like The Undertaker is a 4 time WWE champion, so what?? No one cares about that. His streak and him being an absolute legit badass and fascinatingly entertaining figure is what made him immortal than many others. I think, the question is in more in that vein. Kurt Angle never mentions that he has been a 14 time World champion in pro wrestling, but that he is a WWE "Superstar", when promoting himself.

[@Endor2001]

Championships in wwe/wwf are completely pointless anyway. It's all staged!

[@ericmiller9469]

Maven almost got carried away during the match script 😂 Love this channel so much

[@cameroncola]

I look forward to this every Friday. I rarely laugh out loud from my phone, very rarely but I already have twice watching this! Thanks maven you are the best

[@franciscojavardao729]

bro the video went out 53 minutes ago how did you watched it twice?

[@TheGhostManN]

​@@franciscojavardao729 Bots

[@cameroncola]

@@franciscojavardao729 I’m saying I laughed out loud twice

[@KingBirbs]

Maven really out here helping me eat my food with something entertaining and informative go watch

[@MavenKHuffman]

What did ya have for lunch?

[@KingBirbs]

@@MavenKHuffman 😂Thanks for asking HAHA, I had breakfast so sausages, scrambled eggs, and toast 🤘🏼

[@piledrive]

Really love the content. I've been a wrestling fan since the late 90's, and its great to see Maven just shooting the shit and giving us details of the business.

[@videofreemix]

Maven I didn't know you that much when u were a wrestler but I really enjoy watching you and hearing more about your stories of WWE , keep up the good work man ♥

[@BrianBWrestling]

I’m a simple man. I see a new maven video upload, I click to watch. The best wrestling content creator. Keep up the great work Maven.

[@MavenKHuffman]

🙏🏽🙏🏽 my man!

[@ChrisGagner]

20:01 - Goldberg prepares for his matches by giving himself a concussion.

[@ludicrous7044]

AND he gives other people concussions!🤕🚑 He punched out several windows in a lemo and nearly lost his hand!!🙆👊

[@UnkleRuckusNoRelation]

Goldberg is, was, and always will be the most overrated boring wrestler in WWE/WWF/WWWF history.

[@slylancey]

Bret Hart will tell you that personally 💀

[@ludicrous7044]

@@ChrisGagner He says he don't remember much of the match!! At least he don't remember getting the second one!!🤕🧠😸

[@wingerding]

​@@UnkleRuckusNoRelation you mean in WCW. He was not overrated in WWE. People cared about him way less in WWE.

[@zachfortier2293]

I went nuts when maven beat Taker for the hardcore title. It was past my bedtime and I got grounded 😆 thanks for making these videos Maven, glad to see you're doing well in life brother.

[@joshwhite6515]

Yo I was a big wrestling fan back when u were in it I gotta be honest I was a young kid and I never really paid attention to u but after binge watching your KZbin channel and seeing your personality and how much of a cool guy u are man if the me now was watching u back then I would've been rooting for u big time dude

[@TPCV2]

This content, I just cannot get over how great this always is.

[@aybanpali]

The boner question was amazing! The answer was even better lol! MAVEN PLEASE MAKE THE BLOOPER REEL PART 2!

[@mesterp6400]

You have the time stamp?

[@aybanpali]

@@mesterp6400 10:16

[@AngelOCHOCINCO85]

10:45

[@jarlwhiterun7478]

I've thought of the boner thing before, but it's like getting one when you're at the gym. It doesn't happen when you're concentrating and heart rate is up high with oxygen going to your muscles instead of your wood

[@KillerManzarek]

I remember the Iron Sheik having one when he wrestled Hulk Hogan

[@gmaxion2001]

30:07 I met HBK and his wife a few years ago and I asked him if people at home call him Shawn or Michael. He said "It's Shawn. People even at home call me Shawn." My brother and I met Kane at an airport and I dared him to call Kane by Glen. He said no and then dared me. I didn't do it either. It was "Kane, can my idiot brother ( his nickname from me) have your autograph?" He was a nice guy.

[@rusty9514]

I saw HBK at a grocery store in Los Angeles yesterday. I told him how cool it was to meet him in person, but I didn't want to be a douche and bother him and ask him for photos or anything. He said, "Oh, like you're doing now?" I was taken aback, and all I could say was "Huh?" but he kept cutting me off and going "huh? huh? huh?" and closing his hand shut in front of my face. I walked away and continued with my shopping, and I heard him chuckle as I walked off. When I came to pay for my stuff up front I saw him trying to walk out the doors with like fifteen Milky Ways in his hands without paying. The girl at the counter was very nice about it and professional, and was like "Sir, you need to pay for those first." At first he kept pretending to be tired and not hear her, but eventually turned back around and brought them to the counter. When she took one of the bars and started scanning it multiple times, he stopped her and told her to scan them each individually "to prevent any electrical infetterence," and then turned around and winked at me. I don't even think that's a word. After she scanned each bar and put them in a bag and started to say the price, he kept interrupting her by yawning really loudly.

[@ProphetTLK]

@@rusty9514Yeah I heard Shawn is a douche irl, he’s fun to watch in the ring

[@MrHokiehi82]

​@@rusty9514 I haven't seen this one in forever😅

[@valinor5397]

​@@rusty9514ancient pasta

[@StJohnSB]

My mom met Shawn in 98 at a McDonalds she worked at when pregnant with me…she said he was sweet. Another person I met was CM PUNK when doing my first security job at the NXT PPV in December he was really down to earth. We weren’t supposed to interact with the talent, but he came up to me and shook my hand.

[@Siege181]

Maven, you might not have been a WWE legend but you are definitely a KZbin legend! I remember watching the first series of Tough Enough as a 16 year old and really happy to see how well things have turned your for you Keep the content coming! ❤️

[@BaronLector]

My size is slightly exaggerated. I'm 6'5", 230 lbs but my wiki has me at 6'8", 260 lbs. When I was working programs with smaller wrestlers, I was often announced as "almost 7-foot-tall."

[@sinner5974]

Lol

[@Travybear1989]

I love your channel and your professionalism when it comes to answering off the wall questions,

[@РостиславСлавчев-р8н]

Maven, you are amazing! :) Support from Bulgaria! :)

[@JaxonIrving]

Cornette talking about the "OVW 5" is really interesting. He knew Cena would be huge but thought Batista wouldn't make it, he said Lesnar was lazy, and Shelton Benjamin was his favorite, I think he said Orton would be great, if he worked a bit harder.

[@eduardopena5893]

Shelton was probably the most athletically gifted out of all of them, but a personality of a sponge, that's why he wasn't going to work. He also wasn't one of the biggest guys, and Vince loves him the big heroes. Batista had the look which shot him up to the top quickly, but he flamed out just as fast, so did he really make it? Lesnar might not have taken it all that seriously. The guy was in MMA and tried out for the Minnesota Vikings. I don't think he's lazy. Orton had some natural in ring talent, but apparently liked to party a lot. Now you look at him and see his bloated up face. I never really cared for Orton personally.

[@JaxonIrving]

@@eduardopena5893 dude is 6'2. Cena is 6'1

[@eduardopena5893]

@@JaxonIrving Cena is a bigger body than Benjamin. Or do you only think in one dimension?

[@yojussdre]

“Maven Bishop” would’ve been tough 🔥😂

[@agentsmith2378]

Great to see former wrestlers doing well,this was entertaining.

[@jasonedu9567]

Maven, thank you for your post. My legit brother is in it, and haven't seen him in over a decade. Seriously, thank you

[@donaldwalker6909]

Jindrak- “Hey Paul what do you think of the “ Triple H- “yeah I think we’re gonna go with Batista”

[@Speedyreedy1218]

Batista was already in the group.

[@aimanishak4364]

The thumbnail is crazy lol

[@projectx5829]

😂😂

[@mib3165]

What happened to the video with spike Dudley? I didn't get to watch it 😭

[@Sammy2tones]

I’m wondering the same thing. Was saved to my watch later playlist

[@briangammage5351]

Such a great video, Mr Maven!!!!! You are an awesome wrestler, and it is much appreciated that you show some of the mystique behind the scenes of wrestling. God bless you and your family and thank you for the great many years of entertainment!!!!🏆

[@Kusanagikaiser999]

I seriously think you should make a comeback in WWE that announcer or commentator idea still in my head rent free you are perfect for that man, anyway another awesome video.

[@OzzyOscy]

*Jindrak: **_"Hey let's call Hunter 'Paul', that'll be funny, I'm sure he won't take it personally and kill my incoming push with Evolution."_*

[@justgod613]

Hey guys, Maven here. From 2001-2005 I had the privilege of being a WWE superstar. Now, you may be asking yourself, what does that mean exactly? Well, it means that from 2001-2005 I was a professional wrestler for WWE, or WWF as it was known back then. Now, was it all sunshine and rainbows for my entire career? Of course not. Do I wish I had done certain things differently? Of course I do. Was it an experience of a lifetime? You’re damn right it was. Now, you may be wondering what I have to go through in order to keep these movie star quality eyebrows in tip top shape. To find that out, click the link in the video.

[@eriks8382]

LOL

[@george.vasilev.reyner1916]

YES PLEASE!

[@KurisuKun]

😂😂😂

[@johnmichaelbushman]

Yep, Maven's made it on the internet. He has a copypasta now.

[@kingrapid]

Not even funny. Man typed a whole paraphrased paragraph n a HALF! Just to make a jest? SMH

[@shabaanmarijani1650]

Little did Mark Jindrak know, much like the bloody mary, it takes calling out 'Paul' 3 times to summon the infamous Golden Shovel haha

[@xWaLeEdOoOx]

Man i just love this.. thank u for making these heartfelt videos Maven. thank you

[@hidaktirak4367]

Maven, I used to see you wrestle and now since months i watch your vidéos and man you're so great and entertaining I love you! Your way to explain things is so smooth I could listen you for hours. Very Nice job you're the best thing that happened in wrestling content !

[@malarucoon]

One of the only questions Ive ever been curious about- is in all those thousands of tombstones he delivered- did anyone ever fart right in undertakers face.

[@BaileyM666]

10:54 gods bless you Maven, this had me howling 🤣🤣

[@MavenKHuffman]

🙏🏽

[@TravisBrady-wn8fr]

Why didn't leaping Lanny poffo ever superplex yokozuna off hell in a cell? Questions that need answering.

[@Jakegraham62]

We can all see you still love the art of professional wrestling, but your teaching skills are your best attribute. You’re becoming the John Madden of wrestling, and you are the GOAT of it

[@fatalbert135]

In you defense for the name Bishop, it's a powerful stoic name. Someone walks into a room and say, "hello gentlemen, my name is Bishop". It exudes power

[@omdwivedi4489]

just got back from the gym, now I'm gonna watch this video 😊

[@jessmarie1993xo]

10:56 had me in tears 😂😂😂😂

[@diabellkay]

Im so and so sounds like ric flair ahahah good video maven keep up the good work

[@mystikka1gaming740]

Always Loved Maven..... I love his sharing the "Behind the Scenes" or behind the Mic. It's fascinating listening to him and the stories?

[@Master_Taurus0425]

I have not been a wrestling fan really since the end of the 90’s and I watch this channel every day. I have seen other wrestling channels with former wrestlers, such as Six Feet Under with Mark Calloway, and every one of them all give Maven serious props for what he has done with this channel. My question to Maven is, if the WWE came to you today and offered you a contract to join the company and continue doing this type of work, and even on screen work, would you accept it? Thanks

[@EastyyBlogspot]

From what i gather Vince did not like non homegrown talent....and that i guess is why the WWe vs WCW angle was a bust, seen so many interviews with people mention that....he would not push something that came from out of the company

[@tafua_a]

Which is kinda funny, considering that he built the WWF in the 80s entirely through talent poached from other promotions.

[@olorin3815]

@@tafua_a thats exactly why he didnt like it lol, doesnt want same happening to him he wanted to control everything

[@whatseatontim918]

I don't see how wrestlers can memorize moves after going over a match beforehand, I would be so confused once I got in the ring. 😆

[@MavenKHuffman]

Ohhhh I have been there. I have forgotten spot #1!

[@donovanbradford8231]

Back in the day, some wrestlers didn't want to work with a Bret Hart, Randy Savage, or a DDP because they would block their matches down to the last detail, plus they'd be worried about forgetting spots. But once those individuals would go over it enough and the crowd got into the match those guys would go yeah we got something.

[@whatseatontim918]

@MavenKHuffman Wow, that's crazy man how that happens sometimes 😁. Appreciate you replying to my comment Mr. Huffman, I followed your career from Tough Enough all the way to your departure from the WWE; always thought you were cool in the ring man. You still had the most coolest theme song ever, and I still rock out to it. Keep up the good work sir, and I am looking forward to more awesome content on your channel; God bless.. 😊🙏👍

[@NickJC1086]

I scroll past and see "why do wrestlers tape their wrists" then an hour later it's "why do wrestlers get boners" 🤣🤣.

[@ludicrous7044]

Does it have anything to do with the tape??😁🤭🦴

[@christopherchilders1049]

You found your niche! You made it to WWE so your career was a success, maybe not HOF but a success none te less! But now you’re killing it!! It’s great to see some of the all timers I.e taker give you props!

[@gregparks1785]

Great video, I really appreciate your honesty about your life and the business.

[@alastairmckenzie1993]

To follow up on the first question that was a Vince Mcmahon thing Triple H wants to see everyone get over on their own just look at LA Knight for example.

[@mykoniichistorychannel]

Exactly. Vince would cut off his nose to spite his face.

[@hzskillz1721]

Apart if your name is Roman Reigns then they will get everyone and their grandmother to try and get you over.

[@exiavaganza]

If you're from Samoa* ​@@hzskillz1721

[@SereousSem]

Nice, just opened YT and there it is: a minute FRESH Maven video! Thanks;)

[@Soon_Solstice]

That's a good start to a Friday.

[@PedroBenolielBonito]

11:00 Maven, that sort of incident has been documented on camera. What do you mean, 'it's never gonna happen'? It HAS happened!

[@megaverner]

...the Iron Sheik got a raging boner while wrestling Hulk Hogan. That is all.

[@Mario_Gillette]

I had heard before that wrestlers taped their wrists because their opponents are slippery from sweat and baby oil. Taping the wrist give the other guy something to grip on to when doing moves like throwing the other into the ropes.

[@ThePhenomm]

Honestly, Thank You Maven for this channel.

[@quavehiphop9152]

Now we know why Mark Jindrak was replaced in Evolution. Triple H said he was just too immature, and I guess calling him Paul over and over again in a joking manner maybe an example of what he was talking about.

[@Speedyreedy1218]

He wasn't replaced. Batista was the original member. Vince tried to talk HHH into replacing him with Batista when he tore his tricep. HHH refused.

[@quavehiphop9152]

@@Speedyreedy1218 Yes and no. They both were candidates to be in the group. Yes Batista was mentioned as being affiliated with Triple H and Ric Flair, but evolution wasn't an official stable yet by the time Batista tore his tricep. They were still a work in progress. They were in the process of presenting them as a full-fledged group once Randy came back from his injury, and Jindrak was slotted in replacing Dave. The plan from then on was for Mark to be a member of the group. Meaning once Evolution became official in WWE's books Jindrak would have been one of the original members of the group instead of Batista.

[@Speedyreedy1218]

@@quavehiphop9152 Wrong. Batista and HHH have confirmed this multiple times. Jindrak was never in or considered to be by him.

[@quavehiphop9152]

@@Speedyreedy1218 Look up the original Evolution vignettes. Jindrak was in the shots with them but was removed from the footage later on. And look up documentaries and KZbin videos stating that fact. And yes there are sources out there backing up that Triple H and Batista confirmed Jindrak's participation within the group. You do that then we can talk.

[@quavehiphop9152]

@@PoonjabMackoy Hey this is a family friendly comment section. You say the word "stuff" not the word that describes a person's feces. 😂

[@TheSuperSaiyan4Gamer]

WWE doesn’t hate when stars get over on their own, VINCE hated it.

[@loboblanco4426]

Florida also doesn't have a state income tax on individuals.

[@commiecomrade2644]

As a recovering addict Maven is my favorite wrestler. When I see you I see not just success but humility. That is one of an addicts biggest mountains to climb in recovery. How do you succeed without putting yourself in mortal danger? Humility! Gratitude! And as cheesy as it sounds - Love and Family be it blood or a found family or pet. I think Maven is a great example of these things. Thanks for being that mark on the compass for me Maven. Im bi polar and I get manic. I feel invincible. I have to keep that humility or I could falter.

[@thisnameisboring6005]

What happened tot he Spike Dudley video? It was really good and I wanted to rewatch it.

[@shyguyry2033]

The Rock actually does fully own "The Rock" name, and has for a while now, the reason i believe he stated he doesnt use it for movies, is because he didnt just want to be known for his wrestling name, but have real name recognition as well.

[@donovanbradford8231]

Yes I believe by the mid yo later 2000's that's when he made that decision.

[@DeuceVideoHD]

He recently was given the name rights back from the company.

[@619Slipk]

The thing is Maven, if everyone is lying about their weight, inflating yours wouldn't help with the weight disparity I think it's most of the time to seem more impressive. Like, if the dude is visibly lean, the more he weights, the more impressive he'll seem. If he's the Big Show... Well, anyone can see how massive he is, but it's difficult to quantify, so they round up to 500 pounds cause it sounds impressive af

[@MavenKHuffman]

It just makes it sound more “not normal”. Like it’s not a dude your gonna pass everyday in CVS

[@potatogamer6139]

"cry me a river" 💀 at 8:55

[@Liam-kg6kl]

Real reddit AMA. Cry me a river

[@thefattysplace]

Never saw you on WWE or know about your time there, but just wanted to say that you seem like a great guy. Great personality.

[@wehttamretrac1609]

I have to finally make a post on here! Maven you are the man!!! I lost interest in wrestling for a long time but you good sir have made me want to watch it again. even if it is totally different from when I grew up you have ignited a fire in my soul. On top of the simple yet excellent fact that maven, you really make all this stuff you talk about so interesting and all things I had questions about you are answering with every video. I really love the life stories too. From your perspective as you say and I really appreciate it!! Please send out more content! Love you buddy keep it up Huffman 🤌🤙

[@touchingevil2302]

#maven_in_royal_rumble_2025

[@Hunter_71498]

I second this.

[@mtgaiprogressionaltournaments]

100% I think it would be the biggest pop of the rumble, imagine Maven eliminates Roman Reigns or a top star with a dropkick or something, flashback to the Undertaker spot would be perfect.

[@touchingevil2302]

@@mtgaiprogressionaltournaments That would be so great