Which WWE Show Paid Better: Raw or SmackDown?

[@KLAYCO47]

This is easily the BEST channel that pulls the curtain back on wrestling. Great job Mave

[@cawklesnar6458]

Playing the Smackdown intro super props

[@devanman7920]

It really is.

[@thing5265]

100% agree with you

[@kenterminateddq5311]

Stevie Richards?

[@DaInfantOne]

True, I think the fact WWE doesn’t really show much behind the scenes makes this channel even better. I want to see the whole behind the scenes of how a show is put together. I want to see how they do rehearsals, walkthroughs, locker room prep, etc.

[@iprodigy6723]

I like how maven can genuinely talk and tell his stories to us. Completely engaging and easy to listen too. Then the video ends when waiting and wanting to hear more.

[@SoCalChris]

That's normally how shows work, yep.

[@iprodigy6723]

@@SoCalChris yep and he's good at it.

[@stevens4699]

@user-ft6so2ff4ci don’t think he makes as much money from this as you think 😂

[@Mega_Tron6891]

I stopped watching wrestling in like 03-04 so I never watched Maven. I don’t watch it currently. I have no reason to care. But for some reason I have been watching all his videos 😂😂😂

[@Hugo_Tate]

@@SoCalChris😂😂

[@theblinkerx]

The Irony of Maven’s career is that he probably wouldve had a legit shot in today’s WWE. There was just way too much talent at the time hall of famers were literally all over the card

[@JoeHasaPlan]

Him and 100 other guys. Same could be said about guys today who would have shined 20 years ago

[@houstonmunoz9862]

Agreed he would have done well in nxt

[@darnell9806]

From what I gathered from everything he's said on this channel he had a legit shot back then but just didn't put the work in

[@SenpaiTheExplorer]

If you can't shine today, you definitely wouldn't be able to shine back then.

[@IntoxicatedGhost1]

Exactly, the competition back then was massive until at least 2008 . If he started again in 2007 he might of had a pretty good mid card run

[@thiccus_riccus]

Maven is the absolute GOAT wrestling youtuber right now. He's really letting us take a peek behind the scenes with amazing storytelling ability and editing that is absolutely on point (especially in the more recent videos). Greetings from a European fan who doesn't get to see much live WWE action and wanted to know what it's like for wrestlers!

[@highroller4203]

Plus he handsome and talks smooth. Bet the bishes ask him to constantly talk while he slams em, I can’t with this pimp

[@legendkillla21]

Man we just throw that term goat around way too easily

[@VelvetMetrolink]

All time right now. FFS.

[@sugewhitejacoby8654]

Takers KZbin is really entertaining, too. I'm diggin his Mount Rushmore series!

[@Mannequin22]

@@highroller4203holy shot dude 😂😂😂😂

[@DelousedMouse]

Randy's stories always range from the unhinged insane to down to earth humble, a true one of the GOATs.

[@unclepalo]

The funniest one was sticking his hand down his pants then proceeded to strong arm and intimidate a new guy who just got hired in the wwe into shaking his hand

[@Xolanidj]

I’ve attended both Smackdown and Raw shows, as well as house shows, and yes, the environment is way different. I attended Smackdown back when there was also ECW and Superstars, all of which were taped on the same night, and included a few dark matches. So it was interesting to see the set changes, and even the refs/officials who helped change the sets. You could easily be there for 5-6 hours if you wanted to see all the shows.Raw on the other hand, definitely gives you that live on tv feeling when you are there. Even in the audience, you can tell how much on point they are with timing. You could even tell when they were going to commercial, because they were not wasting any tv lights for those breaks, and the wrestlers would slow down their action during the breaks as well.

[@Lante216]

Definitely the best KZbin channel ! Maven, for you to only spend 3-4 years in WWE , you got decades worth of stories. WWE needs to hire you

[@Tempestelterna]

They wanted to. He said no.

[@Lante216]

@@Tempestelterna did he say that in one of these videos ? If so, I don’t remember

[@chrism6347]

​@Lante216 yeah he had a chance to come back. He mentioned it. It was right when he started the HSN job. Johnny Ace asked if he wanted to come back

[@Marthisdil]

WWE tried to hire him back and he turned em down :)

[@Liverpool5095]

​@@Marthisdil16 years ago. They asked if he wanted to try make a return as a wrestler in 2007. When he was still young and they meant as a worker. Plus he had only been fired from WWE a few years by then. That's completely different than asking him to return today when he's 16 years older in a speaking role.

[@ferklibs]

Man those old intro themes brought back the memories. I'm almost 37 and my midlife crisis is consuming all my favorite things from when I was young all over again lol.

[@falconwings1037]

Hey dude I'm 37 in September . Not a wrestling question for you but a psychological one. I've also got a mini midlife crisis going on. What are your biggest obstacles fears regrets etc and what do you plan to do going forward. Cheers 🍻

[@aadiskywalker]

WWE needs to hire Maven for some backstage position at least

[@DoctorJohnSmith9]

Agreed! My personal wish list has Maven as on-air talent as a heel manager. IMO he could pull that off effortlessly.

[@Yvanehtnioj2000]

@@DoctorJohnSmith9ehh I think he’d excel in commentary

[@POWERHOUSEFiteClub]

Yes whatever Nick Aldis’ position is right now is what maven should be doing fr

[@jasonx1174]

Either commentary, backstage interviewer/reporter, or a manager. I'd like to see him in any of those positions today on Raw or Smackdown.

[@colonelhstinkmeaner8547]

As long as The Rock puts him over

[@FadeTheMonk]

This is exactly the type of content I'd want to see from a former WWE/F Competitor, and you're the only one doing it , Maven! Thanks for the content brother!

[@miguelito09]

Love the change in shirt and lighting for each brand. Little details like this are nice touches

[@potorius7877]

i'd love for Maven to have a spot in next years Royal Rumble. that would be amazing.

[@OldManMandal]

I think he said in one video that he doesnt wanna take bumps anymore

[@LTKK]

Each video I'm astonished at his ability to be such a good KZbinr. He could probably show others how it's done. The Conrad model doesn't work. All those podcasts, and most of them barely get any views. This is how it's done.

[@GrantH]

The Conrad model could work if it was higher-budget. Most people don’t want to sit through what are basically just Zoom calls.

[@actuallynotsteve]

Every one of those shows start off decent, because the person is excited to tell their story. But when it reaches contractually obligated episode #204, The Brooklyn Brawler's 1994, or whatever, you can tell the talent is just miserable and nobody wants to be there. Conrad is the biggest fucking carny, dude can't even fit in a single plane seat he's grifting so hard.

[@LTKK]

@@GrantH Exactly. They're basically just a platform for him to advertise his mortgage business lol. Maven actually cares about the quality of content and he plays to the algorithm. He's in the KZbin game for keeps.

[@thebigmanufacturer]

The Conrad model works if done the right way. Jim Cornette, professional sounding audio, we aren’t looking at a fat, greasy, old James E and we don’t even have to think of what that weirdo Brian Last looks like, *and* both people actually have personalities that aren’t boring. Also Jim will never run out of wrestling stories meanwhile most of Conrad’s guests don’t even remember their middle name.

[@fizzusedsplash1797]

Probably massively helps that Maven is a former pro wrestler too..

[@ecxpac]

Wow Maven, you totally deserve to be racking up all the views you're getting! I actually stopped watching wrestling within the past year (first started watching in '99), but your content and presentation style is so damn engaging it's like I never did stop after all. You're a breath of fresh air for wrestling storytelling.

[@vpg8000]

Kudos Maven for continuously pumping out quality content. I hope you're able to keep it going for as long as possible. I'll be watching.

[@michaelholloman3514]

I'm loving seeing this channel growing. What a great alternative to the same old shoot interviews other channels push. Thanks for coming back maven.

[@bigbaldguy613]

I wasnt a Maven fan originally but this channel has turned me into one. Great videos Maven! Thank you!

[@All_I_can_say_is_Wow]

💯

[@7th.trumpet]

Been loving your channel Maven, honest, eye opening and no nasty digs at fellow wrestlers ! Keep the vids coming 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👍🏻.

[@cesarmacias2]

Question: Are storylines written week-to-week or does it start with an end in mind? I'm thinking of the Ministry of Darkness timeline and all the twists and turns in it. Big fan of your channel.

[@OnePunchLion]

The best way is to write it for long term, but to review it weekly to take in consideration of fan response, injuries, new ideas, etc. It seems like too often it's written long term without allowing anything to change it or written short term without any long term direction. Seems like there's no middle ground.

[@MartyMarr21]

I would think they have story boards and hopefully well thought out plan. For a weekly show I do t really see a benefit in writing weekly sounds more counter productive in my opinion

[@idcwhatuthink4985]

​@@OnePunchLionthe best way is maven responds, mark

[@raymondkidwell7135]

Both. But back in the 90s early 2000s it wasn’t like a soap opera. There were a few long running stories usually to promote a pay per view but it was just non stop action and chaos like in the attitude era. As time went on there’s a lot more dialog, writing, long term stories now compared to then.

[@chadd990]

I would like hear an answer from someone like Maven on this too. But from watching the KZbin series ‘Reliving the War’ it seems like they do a bit of both. They see how the crowd reacts to certain things, but also stubbornly force storylines that they really want to see through.

[@WesleyAPEX]

RAW is 3 hours. Smack Down is 2. So obviously RAW made more money therefore paid more.

[@Trueysmir996]

Raw didn’t go three hours till years later

[@sportsgamingcentral3136]

Raw became 3 hours in 2012

[@NickTheFighter]

We need a video of Maven watching the current product of boxing Raw and SmackDown (or just WWE in general) and giving his honest opinions about it. I think it would be great.

[@jeremypierreakajproject6750]

agree 💯👍

[@TheDrakester3]

Agree,

[@jarvifuentes7077]

That's what Stevie Richard's channel is for 😅

[@mikeclemets863]

​Stevens Richard has guts people would just criticize him all day I saw the nia jax commentary before

[@Speedyreedy1218]

Disagree. As a fan who like Maven, doesn't watch the current product, I like this.

[@tapforpresident]

Maven, the effort you put in your videos always puts a smile on my face. Just the little details like the different colored lights used for the respective brands is such a beauitiful touch! We all love your videos man!

[@ImmrtlPhnx]

Maven I am LOVING this channel! I'll never forget watching you perform, even as an up-and-coming mid-carder. Keep the content coming!

[@dariusminette9627]

Damn Maven.... I remember watching you on your (televised) WWF debut. I remember randomly coming across your channel when you had, like 10K subs. So awesome to hear about what you've done in between and how things worked back then (pre-uber Internet era). Even better to see you making quality YT vids and rising up in the subs. Much deserved with all of the hard work you've done and continue to do. Cheers Maven.

[@closethockeyfan5284]

I imagine it depends more on position on the card, but RAW has clearly been flagship for about 20 years.

[@ryanortiz8836]

20 LOL TRY 30YRS SINCE 1993

[@pooptarts8005]

@@ryanortiz8836it’s been the flagship show for the last 3 years despite smackdown making more money and higher ratings?

[@closethockeyfan5284]

@@ryanortiz8836 SmackDown! had a very brief period where they tried to push it more as the new show, but then it became the dumping ground after the invasion and brand split.

[@usa4life71]

Honestly, I preferred watching Smackdown. Maybe it's because as a kid back then, I couldn't watch raw but i could watch Smackdown. Also, The Undertaker is my favorite.

[@supersaturn956]

Maven is doing really well here and would be a wonderful addition with documentaries and backstage, behind the scenes producing just all of that quite knowledgeable and entertaining.

[@thefiggamehunt6946]

Raw was red,smackdown was blue, surely velocity was where the green was at?

[@LG215x]

Booooo

[@no-yj2cf]

​@@LG215xWhy are you booing him? He's right

[@MartyMarr21]

You are correct

[@codesm96]

loool; the guys on Velocity got paid the least

[@themrroxox6021]

Big money Velocity bubba.

[@Alexanderr253]

Maven, your channel has seriously evolved into something amazing. So happy for you man.

[@czynx3196]

This is definitely one of the most informative Wrestling channels. Good job Maven

[@ILOVEISRAELETERNALLY]

Maven was one of my favorites because it was awesome seeing tough enough, and then his career unfold. It's like the underdog, finally making it. Awesome seeing anyone achieve their dream or goal. Maven will always be an honest hardworking wrestler that truly represents the outcome of endurance and hardwork. Thank you So much Maven.⚘️

[@mihaimercenarul7467]

please stop and talk about the video, kid

[@isaacrichmond7505]

You should do an episode about big bumps! Talk about what your's were like, how to prepare for them. Like do wrestlers practice spots before they happen? What was your biggest bump? LOVE THE CHANNEL DUDE! I havent even watched wrestling in over 20 years haha.

[@dexterlewis20]

0:49 Omggg that theme just gave me goosebumps 😭🔥🔥🔥

[@renzosalvadico5605]

Its A Good Day Whenever Maven Uploads👌

[@JalenPrice_252]

Maven I gotta be honest you’re really doing great with your channel. Already you have people interested in your content because it’s your experience. Hope everything goes great for you in the future. Let’s get him to 1 million subs.

[@yungog2o3]

He’s probably gonna end up making more money on KZbin than in wwe

[@JalenPrice_252]

@@yungog2o3 everyone does

[@NiktheEnglishGreekCypriot]

Gotta admit it, when I got back into wrestling in early 2003 after a hiatus since the end of 2000, I had no clue who Maven was, and I don’t remember him at all to be honest. However this guy is one amazing KZbinr and storyteller, it’s such a shame that as he admits, he didn’t put more effort in in the ring, and that if he had he could have showcased the charisma and wit that he has as a wrestler that wasn’t still riding the tough enough coattails. Very likeable fella and great videos. Well done Maven!

[@jason200912]

All I knew was that he was the guy with the drawn on eyebrows

[@davonwoods9510]

How u miss out on maven he eliminated undertaker

[@NiktheEnglishGreekCypriot]

@@davonwoods9510 I literally said I got back into wrestling in 2003 having not watched it since before tough enough even aired.

[@NiktheEnglishGreekCypriot]

@CitizenAmuro yeah I know he was in wwf when I started watching again, but like I said, I don’t remember him. Most likely occasional short matches on raw or smack down and no major storylines to remember. Not a knock on him. Same way I don’t remember much of dean malenkos wwf run, his debut was memorable, but he was forgettable very soon after

[@NiktheEnglishGreekCypriot]

@CitizenAmuro absolutely, he’s been a breath of fresh air when it comes to wrestling on KZbin. It’s a shame they didn’t use his verbal skills more when he was there as he would have excelled as a heel. I’ve seen a bit of him as a heel with Simon dean which was good

[@rossynextv71]

Maven videos are so engaging from beginning to end... i just have to watch till the end every time As a wrestling fan am learning so much on this channel ...thank you Maven Lots of love from Nigeria 🇳🇬 ❤ Can't wait for the next video to drop 😊

[@DoctorJohnSmith9]

Another fascinating and compelling video of pure insight from our articulate host, Mr Huffman. I'd love to see a future video about how house shows went, the crowd receptions, amusing moments, and stories in general about life on the road with the other wrestlers!

[@Ff101891]

More graphics please! The schedule graphic was great. Keep up the great work.

[@IntoxicatedGhost1]

For me smack down had the best wrestlers during 2005-2007

[@LoganHunter82]

Smackdown during that era was a million miles better show than RAW

[@alaskanwhiskey]

Nah I'd say 2005-2011. After that it went downhill. Same with raw.

[@IntoxicatedGhost1]

​@@LoganHunter82it's a shame that Vince seems to want to tank smackdown everytime it's doing better than raw. That's why both shows should stay separate

[@IntoxicatedGhost1]

​​@@alaskanwhiskeyend of the day its a matter if opinion. I personally stopped watching it during 2008 I believe. The games went down hill since smack vs raw 2008 when they changed the controls. The current line up I can't get behind, they just ruined all of the titles.

[@bigtroy750]

This has become one of my favorite channels. Every video is so well thought out & presented. Thank you & please keep up the quality content! 👍

[@MrVante247]

I just like hearing Maven talk about wrestling😂 Dude has a gift of making it seem like he's talking directly to a person, and not an audience. I believe Maven, because he is a fan like me, a fan like us. Keep it going Maven!

[@FSamuels20]

I missed when Raw and smackdown had I their own ppv outside of the major ppv. It allows for storylines to build and survivor series had a greater meaning because it was for the pride of your show.

[@edwardsantos9517]

Maven, it would be awesome to see you back in WWE, even for a limited time. Would love to see you as a heel in some way. You're super humble and still have a lot to offer. Love your videos.

[@bradness33]

These videos have been awesome, I've always wondered how things were run backstage, this is amazing insight for all the fans, keep up the great work guys! You all are killing it! Much appreciated.

[@jimmyjarrett-ws2iz]

Mate I'm not being patronizing when I say I'm so proud of how well your channel is doing!! Next to Stevie Richards and Cornette you are the best wrestling content on KZbin. Love you Mav, keep the videos coming mate 😊

[@tshabalala7]

Why would that be patronising

[@Zanoladab]

Jim cornette used to be great but now all he does is talking trash about other wrestlers just to hate

[@Smoke_PHAmily357]

I remember the good old days of getting the results for smackdown before it aired and still watching like I didn’t already know what was going to happen

[@ezequiel7262]

Best channel for the inside scoops for the WWE on how it was in that era Just love the transparity. Best host I've ever seen on KZbin today. Have a bless day Maven looking forward to your next video.

[@VividVisionary]

You’re killing it Maven! Impeccable my good sir. What a perfect fit: Maven & KZbin. Great timing, great production and just the right amount of cheese. Question & answer format is what I mean by cheese. Well done.

[@DjjkrisRTC]

Questions…who would you wrestle today? Which promotion you like to be in today AEW, WWE, new Japan, etc? How would you book yourself realistically either back then or today? How was your first WM experience??

[@matthewburden5098]

I wrestled for ten years myself, and I appreciated having you on TV showing it's ok to be green... With that said, I'm dying of CTE and early onset dementia from wrestling and all of the unprotected shots! I hope to God you got away without injuries like that, brother!

[@donttrip1818]

Damn hope you straight lil bra dat cte aint no joke

[@QuestionMarkKick360]

Wrestle as in pro wrestling wwe or wrestling, the sport?

[@Drippppppppp]

You guys need to chill with the CTE stuff. It's still fake. I can see injurys but let's not pretend your getting repeated blows to the head. That's football, boxing, etc. Hell even Nascar has more concessions.

[@attitudeadjustment8843]

definitely not on that chris benoit level

[@attitudeadjustment8843]

@@Drippppppppp so you are saying that chris benoit never had cte?

[@brokenfacedclown1045]

Mavens KZbin channel is probably the best incite into the wrestling business. I legit love this shit. Is your shirt inside out?

[@alaskanwhiskey]

Doesn't want to advertise the brand I imagine. Smart move.

[@Sir.X]

nice to see you man i remember seeing you when i was a kid i love that you give a new perspective to how it was in wwe

[@MasterSartorius]

I kind of want Maven to come back as a general Manager.

[@vpg8000]

If Regal doesn't come back on-screen, they should hire Maven for NXT!

[@elconcaro8031]

​@vpg8000 Maven could be great to help new guys

[@adamedwards3921]

I dont think after watching the real maven ,i couldnt believe him if he had to get mad,or unfair ,or mean at times like a manager has to be . i think a commentator job would be perfect for him or if they did a new tough enough show ,i think he would be a great coach .

[@likethecolorgreen]

I want him as a commentary

[@Cesard.verdugak]

I love that you added the intros. Those were 2 of my favorite ever.

[@seabizkitsngravy]

Hey maven, love the content. Watched your career from the start of tough enough. Happy to see you still doing your thing!

[@thereactor5443]

this channel is very educational for a wrestling fans and soon to be fans. keep it up Maven

[@fatalheal]

TnA tappings were fun to go to, because I got to see those things Maven described for Smackdown. Some of the best stuff was seeing some of the wrestlers sitting in the rafters watching the matches. The Dudley Boyz would always add extra antics when their match was done but it wouldn't end up on television. Thanks Maven for bringing back good memories 👍

[@sonicstarman9663]

I liked both shows equally as a kid, but nowadays I prefer SmackDown if I'm watching WWE. I even prefer SmackDown when watching the older episodes of WWE. I think SmackDown always had the better matches and more interesting stories. I think when RAW switched to a 3-hour format that's when the quality started dipping. RAW's gotten much better these days, but the 3-hour format in my opinion still effects the quality of RAW. In my opinion 2-Hour's is the sweet spot for weekly wrestling shows.

[@Sipaannn]

I could watch this guy's videos every day and not get bored.

[@PerkN0witzkii]

I have a question Mr.Maven , 1:25 Is it true Triple H didn't wanna work Tuesday's????? Love the channel bro.

[@BePatient888]

OMG! I completely forgot that Smackdown was WWE's version of today's AEW Rampage (well, better than that), because it wasn't the LIVE flagship show. I love this channel. Maven is building a winner with this content.

[@toby-aprilseegren3872]

I love your transparency. Your honesty, and openness are very refreshing. Keep em comin

[@leetheleo9602]

How did everyone handle the brand exclusive ppvs? Seems like it opened up more opportunities to be on the card, but longer gaps for big paydays.

[@chrissaunders6710]

Hey Mav, just gotta say and I’m sure you have many fans, BUT, goddam mate, never thought much past the undertaker rumble spot and the Stone Cold Simon Dean spot, but seriously binging your vids now and see you in a totally different way. Keep up the excellent work please sir. You have tapped into a fresh look into your old industry and I’m looking to do similar in my current industry. Thanks a bunch

[@sandamtod]

Maven. you are the ONLY channel I have the bell notification on for because can't wait to hear and see what your doing. You are such a great guy. Much love brother.

[@Cloud121D]

Speaking of your time on RAW, my best friend and I still refer to you as "Tiger Woods" after Triple H joked "You want some of this too Tiger Woods?". We were both at that show in Des Moines the Monday after Cyber Tuesday/Taboo Sunday in October 2004.

[@spidermanthreethousand]

You are the coolest storyteller, Maven. I didn’t know anything about you until your recent KZbin channel. I am glad Ive come across with this gem of a channel. Nothing but huge respect for you.

[@Thex-W.I.T.C.H.-xMaster]

This guy doesn't look like aged a day in 20 years. Good for Maven 👍.

[@thesuperdingos]

The next WWE game really should have a maven showcase in it showing your career. I’d buy that

[@jasonx1174]

Sounds great but I highly doubt they would make a showcase for him since he maintained the mid card position. However I think he could be a narrator for a showcase. He's a good talker and has a good voice.

[@jeffmccurry1401]

These videos are awesome, I’m 46 now and I have LOVED wrestling since I was 6 or 7 years old. This is the stuff that fascinates me, about the business. Thanks for the awesome videos Maven.

[@MadVillain34]

The presentation of this channel is top notch and you have a voice for this stuff. Would you be able to do a video where you compare stuff like this to today?

[@SanatanaDharmaDaivagnya]

Going forward, make podcast about raw and smack down. Discuss about epic matches and give us your views every week of raw and smackdown. 🔥keep it up. This channel is one of best for long term listening. Maven has a thing for story telling

[@quentinbeck7035]

lol.. the sudden change of shirt caught me off guard. Maven doesnt fail to surprise me every week 😂

[@vincematthews9790]

I work with Maven fairly regularly. Man is great on the mic and would be an excellent mouthpiece today in wwe.

[@DanielSnow316]

Thank you Maven for giving us great content and an honest view of professional wrestling.

[@hasanramzan6578]

Since you rode with Randy, please do a video telling us some stories about what he was like and your routine when travelling with him.

[@jasons1688]

Hey Maven, I would love to hear your take on being at WM X8 and the reaction backstage for the Hogan/Rock match.

[@littleblackcat2273]

Ah cool, I was wondering why the t-shirts were being worn inside out - but finally appreciated the Smackdown and Raw symbolism as spelled out at the end. :) Nice vid Maven. :)

[@wamrainc176]

Another awesome video, keep up the good work, and God bless you and your family. Btw the man who edit your videos is doing an awesome job as well. I pray from the bottom of my heart your channel hit 1 million soon as you guys deserve it.

[@MavenKHuffman]

Hahaha… I hope for the same!!! We will get there but only because of people like you. My partner and I have a blast doing this channel and it still blows my mind it has taken off. We will be doing another live at the end of the month. Hope your able to join so I can respond to you and thank you over video . You deserve to hear my gratitude

[@chrisbrown-lx7qz]

@@MavenKHuffmanwhat happen if u show up late for your match

[@RCalicchio1st]

Your channel is great. I remember watching you on Tough Enough years ago. Hearing your insight on your time there is entertaining every time you post a video. I hope you never run out of stories. Keep up the good work.

[@maxsanchez5729]

Hi maven! I don't know if you read your comments, but if you do, I hope you can answer this question. If you start a storyline that has longevity, does the agent change for that story? Are there agents for just a one-time match as opposed to long stories? Is there a difference between an agent and a creative writer? What kind of background or education do you have to have to become an agent or writer? Thanks maven

[@TatsuChi]

I think i might be able to answer a fair chunk of this (but people feel free to chime in if i miss or mix something up) To start with an Agent is someone who helps you plan out a match (typically a former wrestler), where as a creative writer is someone who comes up with the storylines primarily but also occasionally gimmick changes as well. From what Maven has said in previous videos Agents are typically assigned on the night when they go through the run sheet.. ie you are wrestling X and Y will be your agent. I suspect if good chemistry is shown you might have the same agent for multiple shows other times you might have someone else ie orginal agent not available or if the storyline has you in a particular match type they might assign someone with more experience of it. As for background, Agent, typically alot of match experience, understanding ring psychology, match pacing, how to help your wrestlers make their styles gel in order to tell the story you want in the ring. Writers, knowing how to write to engage your audience, how to write a hook to bring them in but also how to be compelling to keep them, understanding the wrestlers strengths and weaknesses how you can use them to progress the story. similar to the agent, psychology can help ie the whys and whats that lead to match ie is there a conflict between sides or opponents that respect each other and just want to see who is the better man. Also being able to understand what you want the story to achieve such as building a new star or cementing the legacy of someone already established theres a whole bunch of other stuff but this is already gotten longer than i thought it would, but i hope you can take something from it.

[@jayg4297]

Love your videos Maven! It would be really cool to hear about the international tours - what they were like and how they worked. Keep up the great content!

[@SRPC21]

SmackDown! at the time was just as good as Raw and they were distinctively different brands: Raw was like WCW in its prime: a live show which had more experienced/established/physically imposing wrestlers in the main event like HHH, Goldberg, Scott Steiner and The Rock. They even had the old style WCW belt. SmackDown! on the other hand was a bit like the WWF when it had to create new stars: it was taped and focused more on younger talent and/or established talent who were quite new to main evening (Brock/Eddie/Edge/Benoit/JBL). The Undertaker was an exception. Ratings were only better for Raw because it was always prioritised by Vince.

[@mattberg6816]

Smack down was the show on broadcast tv at the time too. I feel like they had to produce a show that held the audience a little better because of the exposure to so many casual fans.

[@Simonskilamb]

Agreed - absolutely loved Smackdown 2002-2003 in particular. I personally bought right into the "pick a brand" thing they were selling and became a Smackdown fan, hated Raw and everything haha. They got me hook line and sinker

[@SRPC21]

@@Simonskilamb It’s what Vince wanted; competition in wrestling but really he was only in competition with himself. He deliberately pitted Paul Hayman and Eric Bischoff as rival GMs due to their egos and history too! It would’ve been so good if Vince got a TV deal for WCW after he bought the company. You would’ve seen this on a bigger scale.

[@user-bg5fx1mx1y]

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[@Turk_2023]

@@SRPC21 Vince should have never been allowed to buy WCW. Monopoly laws. I mean imagine being a star on WCW where they flew 1st class and rented limos, 5 star hotels, then Vince owns it and you're riding 4 deep in a Dodge Stratus and staying at the Holiday inn. Well if stacey Kiebler was in my car I would be fine.

[@Nintendoes2]

Im grateful I watched the first Tough Enough on mTV and seen you transition. You were an idol to kids like myself. You were one of my pics to win. I was cheering you on SD! waiting to see how you improved.

[@josiahsterling7308]

Maven was before my time watching wrestling but id love to see him in wwe in a non wrestler role. Managing, commentator, pre show for a ple, even an angle warning some up and comer about not being hot headed or making similar mistakes.

[@noideabuthere]

great video as usual. Just make sure you're looking down the barrel, my friend! We want connection when telling these stories

[@angelaholmes8888]

Not surprised that smackdown was more calmer than raw

[@rn6312]

And just like today, Smackdown was better than Raw.

[@gregquinn642]

@@rn6312 On Smackdown back then you had Taker, Lesnar, Big Show and the Smackdown Six (Edge/Angle/Mysterio/Benoit/Los Guerreros). On Raw you had Triple H.... and whatever former WCW star he was burying at the time. Not much of a contest when it comes to interesting story lines.

[@fmthebaron]

@@gregquinn642 HBK was by far the best part of Raw.

[@SandowMovesets]

It is funny how SD has always been more entertaining.

[@fchillaxing]

@@SandowMovesets No Raw was always better until about 2003

[@kennethbryant5765]

Great content you have on your channel. It's very interesting.

[@paulliddement]

The last 10 years iv watched more WWE podcasts than content. With the exception of the Royal Rumble once a year. With Austin recycling old podcasts Maven’s KZbin channel has been that weekly hit that’s more interesting and more entertaining than anything else. Maven 4 the Rumble!

[@oswaldozapata4481]

He is like the Richard Jefferson (NBA)of the WWE. Let’s us know how things are behind the scenes in their respective fields. Thank you for telling us your experiences, Maven! 🤝

[@angeltarango2335]

Would love to hear more stories about Maven and Randy Orton

[@Harry-sc1xk]

Yea he was holding back for sure.

[@angeltarango2335]

@@Harry-sc1xk Right! Would be awesome if Maven got him as a guess in the future.

[@kuhen25]

Maven, your talking skills and presentation is excellent! Keep it up!

[@JGD185]

Hey Maven did you have any interaction with Sean Ohaire? I thought he had so much potential. Would love to hear any stories about him.

[@LSSJTHOR]

I've noticed that Maven on his YT has LOADS of CHRISMA! I never thought that when he was on tv. He'd be a MAIN ACT in this day and age. Keep it up Mav!

[@thetravelgeek4154]

This dude is milking his WWE experience and I'm here for it. Sure, anyone could've done it but no one had the brain to do it the way Maven does it. I've watched every video and there's so much you learn of how the business works. Cheers to you Maven! Hopefully you're able to go back to WWE as a presenter, an on-screen personality or even a producer.

[@bredenis5]

Man, I cannot imagine how nervous you must’ve been when you did that general manager episode of RAW. You nailed it too. But just the thought of doing that live in front of that huge audience and live in front of a television audience, with every single one of your peers and everyone from the office backstage watching… and here I am getting nervous for a job interview 😂

[@MikeySkywalker]

0:40 Maven I liked your brows back then better! Lol.

[@storysnob1022]

Great idea with the lighting, intros, and changing shirts. Took me back to watching as a kid 🤟🏻👏🏻👏🏻 especially hearing those songs again 😛

[@STEEX0]

Did we all click on this knowing it was going to be raw? 0:01

[@noahbates1566]

I’ve really enjoyed watching Maven’s short videos, I look at professional wrestling in a totally different way. These men and women are good storytellers, actors, athletes, and wrestling. They put all this together for a great show! Thanks Maven