Powerhouse Hobbs on Mental Health, Being Skinny In High School, His Goals In AEW, WWE Appearances

Powerhouse Hobbs (@true_will_hobbs) is a professional wrestler also known as Will Hobbs signed to All Elite Wrestling. He joins Chris Van Vliet to discuss how he got discovered and signed by AEW, what it was like wrestling CM Punk on TV, the breakout moments he's had in his career so far, his workout routine, the importance of mental health, how Tony Khan gave him the nickname "Powerhouse", his favorite big men in wrestling, what's he learned from being part of Team Taz and much more!
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[@dysartes]

I know Hobbs is playing a heel on TV, and with Team Taz, but in every interview with him I've seen or heard he comes across as a really sound dude.

[@joebenson528]

I think Randy is the only Heel that is actually a heel in real life based on his own words; "It's easy for me to go out there and be a prick on the show because it's me times ten -- Being a heel is fun. It comes so natural."

[@GARawrlutte]

This was an awesome interview Chris. Powerhouse seems like a genuine good dude. I'm grateful for you always listening to your guests.

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Grateful for you!

[@kenterminateddq5311]

@@ChrisVanVliet CVV, don't you love it when muscular guys (like Lashley, Big E. Langston & Will Hobbs) are tough on TV but are teddy bears when you interview them? :)

[@itzKyt0]

Powerhouse Hobbs is gonna be a star soon dude hasn’t even shown what he’s capable of yet‼️💫

[@morganmartin9286]

Hope he gets lots of moments to shine cuz he's awesome and one of my favorites on the AEW roster.

[@esmanmusic2204]

I need to see him and Keith Lee ASAP!

[@GrandeColdBrews]

Hobbs seems like a real good guy. I enjoyed hearing about his earlier life. He's down to earth. Can't help but be happy for the guy! Awesome interview Chris!

[@1KingCoop]

Great interview with Will, he's definitely a genuine good guy with a passion for the business, it's good to see him doing his thing, i hope he gets a big singles push soon, dude's talented, a stand out.

[@Ango]

What an incredibly awesome interview! Powerhouse Hobbs = top guy! 👊🏼

[@thegameslave2]

*P-P-P-P-POWERHOUSE!* Really enjoying everything that Hobbs has been doing in AEW, since his debut. He's made it through a lot of hardship to get to where he is now, and I'm happy for his success. Hope he does well in the ladder match at Revolution.

[@keith9129]

Hobbes speaking voice is so good. I want to hear him do more promos

[@johnjensen8470]

I love how Hobbs carefully considers each and every question and how he’s going to answer.

[@JR_Donofrio]

Powerhouse Hobbs! Can’t wait to watch this. Thank you Chris and I hope you have a wonderful day and weekend

[@ChrisVanVliet]

You too!

[@brucecake3137]

I am blown away, I am dealing with the same exact thing, mom died, older brother died on 2/4/17 & younger brother died 7/9/21. I can definitely relate. Huge fan of you Hobbs and keep fighting through the struggle my friend.

[@velvetplatz1024]

Love this interview!! I love everything about Powerhouse Hobbs, from his music to his in ring work! Can't wait to see him as champ sometime. Keep up the great interviews Chris.

[@RoKKr023i]

One of my favorite Wrestlers. Can't wait to see you and Wardlow throw down. Stay awesome Will!

[@IKBroski4]

Definitely thought Hobbs was 24 before this interview. Wow, heck of a talent, extremely bright future.

[@love4boost]

He is just a genuinely awesome dude! Thank you Hobbs!

[@nickhernandez6022]

No surprise that this was yet another great interview, Chris. You do some of the best shoot interviews. I love what I learn about each wrestler. Powerhouse Hobbs is an awesome dude. Love knowing that he is living the dream and will always be more than happy to see him perform. Love seeing you do your thing and continue to expand your work into what it is today and what greatness lies ahead in the future. Keep it up man and we'll all keep watching.

[@trexslapfight]

Team Taz is the best AEW faction. Hobbs is amazing.

[@memoriesofthefuture4804]

I’m just now realizing that I’ve never heard Hobbs voice before. This is my first time hearing what he sounds like lol

[@MikeSmith-zo6eu]

Then you don’t watch the Dynamite lol. He’s talked plenty of times

[@duwopzgotcha4788]

Great interview! Powerhouse has been one of my favorites in AEW and this interview made me respect him even more.

[@benespinosa6725]

Chris Hits another Home run with this awesome interview 👏

[@ericwiegel3204]

Crazy to think how many talents came during the pandemic but they found some diamonds in Team Taz all 3 of them are stars

[@ocelotsix6six]

Hobbs moxley has to happen such a sick story! What a great interview! I love him . He is never let a dream die. Could watch him 100 times do interviews seriously deep dude

[@advogadousajhonatasporcide946]

My kid wants a Hobbs action figure! He’s only 3mts old… okay I’ll admit. I’m the one that’s been wanting one.

[@StealthCyclone]

Love how your questions are always prepped yet you free-flow so easily based off your guest's responses to keep the conversation natural.

[@ray_masterflexx3108]

This was a very nice interview Chris.

[@ryugunner11]

Nice interview Chris! Very inspiring and I like PowerHouse Hobbs! A nice dude outside the ring.

[@craigmcmillan4494]

Great interview!

[@unRottenemSpines]

awesome interview as always 👍👍👍

[@tonymoncivaiz7330]

Harlem Heat had the best music in WCW along with Sting's.

[@Trunks7500]

Great interview!!!!

[@cp3o205]

His snarl could be the next people's eyebrow.

[@NovaKnight]

Best sneer since Samoa Joe!

[@josephhoward9631]

First time I saw that snarl I was just like "that's a bad dude. He looks like he wants to hurt someone" lol

[@AniHajderaj]

Such a cool dude, great content as always Chris!

[@darrencawte7969]

Awesome interview

[@anthonycampana1105]

Chris you’re a great interviewer! Hobbs is so humble

[@slimjim2114]

Hobbs seems like a pretty respectful and humble guy, nice to see. I think one of my favorite big dudes in wrestling right now.

[@wesmyone9562]

I really hope that AEW will give him more opportunity, I'd like to see him do his thing more often

[@Housesider]

Hobbs is awesome, and it's cool that he's such a humble dude in real life. Thanks for the interview, Chris

[@FloppyCripple]

So far I've caught every interview with Hobbs and I always come away feeling better

[@kallewardracing]

Loved getting to know a little bit about the real Powerhouse. Inspiring stuff!

[@cp3o205]

Pa pa pa power house!

[@hithere1590]

Indeed it is a pleasure! 🤟

[@evandanger5443]

HOBBS!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@bboystance1670]

Love this dude! Just made him on No Mercy 😂

[@Seeker365]

HOBBS IS A REAL DUDE

[@NewRalfontheBlock]

Powerhouse Hobbs is Awesome i love team Taz

[@pjsw]

What a honest humble and nice guy Mr hobbs is

[@Stage3motorsports860]

All time fav guy

[@MM-bv7ks]

man, hobbs is a cool dude!

[@DemonAngels7]

He is a Heel is a bad ass and for me a dream match that I want is powerhouse Hobbs versus Miro 😁👏🏽

[@wwebenzio9964]

Cool man

[@dontpanic4786]

PPPPowerhouse. This guy is a future world champ.

[@Cadocdot]

Good ‘ol car interview

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Gotta love a post workout car interview! 💪

[@jbrody38]

Powerhouse Hobbs vs Hook needs to happen

[@davelanger]

I cant wait to see Keith Lee vs Hobbs. That is going to be a banger. We got a taste of it last night.

[@ddgbrewcity]

I could see it 10 years from now Hobbs son & Mark Henry son team up as tag team partners

[@easter_sunday]

This was a very surprising interview.

[@lilgoat4257]

I hope he wins

[@jpfwrestlingandhobbyshow8910]

I met Hobbs one time, Hobbs is a beast.

[@CeemPlay]

Powerhouse step inside

[@nintendope8837]

Best!

[@noobslayer1337]

Hobbs is the realest

[@sons714native4]

Shortest interview with a lot to say. 👍🏼

[@cuco978]

He'd fit a casino gambling, flamboyant shot caller character... With a long fur coat. Be brash as hell, loud and have an arrogant laugh and then take care of business when the going gets tough. The Brash Beast, Powerhouse Hobbs!

[@ADIMIS]

power house hobbs? instant like

[@titonothere6179]

APW APW APW!!

[@01234jimmy]

Gotta make it happen a year from now

[@feralcat89]

Hobbs is a certified superstar. He should have been the champion by now

[@smithintern-tainment7868]

He seems like a cool guy

[@cp3o205]

U should interview Hook.

[@stephencatchdudeknight4623]

GOOD LUCK AT REVOLUTION Will.

[@animal1nstinct394]

Please interview Curtis Axel, Jaxson Ryker, Santana Garrett

[@chunky9791]

To get to that type of level in life, you have to be bred in poverty & constant hardships. It creates something inside you, when your a kid & you go to bed hungry at nite or don't have the newest clothes. A force that refuses to allow you to fail. I know it all too well, & you can always identify it in other people. Will has it.

[@georgegmz]

Hope he’s an AEW champ someday

[@timsmith4631]

I’d like to see Hobbs win the TNT or AEW world title soon

[@jayrugallo2577]

Image Hobbs vs Hendry for a last man standing match and let Will win to give Mark a proper send off. That would be big

[@bambikiller338]

I wanna be his friend.

[@DjPaPaChOnGo]

P-P-P-POWERHOUSE !

[@johnnygrind77]

I thought Hobbs was awesome before he joined Team Taz and got the rub from and with Mox. I thought that was really cool of Mox to help push him out to get noticed. Maybe we'll see Bam Bam in a few years with his size haha

[@trscsaeg]

Damn his social media knowledge must be really valuable to aew

[@Exiled_Rouge]

Honestly want to see Hobbs wrestle a lot more- he has great charisma, size and attitude. It's great to have him with Starks so that Starks can run his mouth. But I would love to see Hobbs actually wrestle and beat the hell out of dudes. Look at him!

[@noxiousbastard11]

timestap soon pls

[@paulrobinson3213]

Future babyface superstar for AEW. He will be the first African American Heavyweight Champion in AEW. Also, Scorpio Sky is about to become the first African American singles champ. He is scheduled for a big push

[@ecymbura31]

I wish AEW would use him more, a big dude who looks like a badass and could really get over with the crowd but sadly they have 170 pound dudes are getting title shots

[@nintendope8837]

PPPPPPPPPOWERHOUSE!

[@nintendope8837]

NMC

[@k.m.k-ultrafanpage4kottonm243]

PHH

[@lionheart3429]

How dare tony khan treat this guy like a jobber to joke wrestlers like orange cassidy

[@nseric1233]

None of the larger guys get to beat the top little guys in AEW, its like they only push small dudes. I watch most of the AEW shows but this bugs me a bit, how can a 160 lbs guy beat a 270 lbs guy easily every time, if the little guy wins it should be a fluke. Isn't it an old boxing saying, a good heavy weight beats a good light weight every time. There's a reason the other wrestling companies want large guys to push to the top, its way more believable.

[@user-ks7fb8fu4c]

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[@pronjoffitt9141]

this is the worst way to do an interview

[@beauclark1650]

thank god he has starks and Tazz, this guy is boring

[@deadeyedarwin]

Thank god he has starks and hobbs? Who are you talking about?

[@cp3o205]

His snarl could be the next people's eyebrow.