Taya Valkyrie On Her Brief Time in WWE NXT 2.0, What's Next For Her and John Morrison

Get the exclusive NordVPN Birthday Deal at nordvpn.com/cvv or use code CVV to get up to 72% off your NordVPN Plan + 1 free month. Act fast because this offer is for a limited time only!
Taya Valkyrie (Franky Monet in NXT) is a professional wrestler known for her time in WWE, Lucha Underground, AAA and as the longest reigning Knockouts Champion in IMPACT Wrestling. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet at her house in Los Angeles to talk about getting signed by WWE and then being released less than a year later, what is next for her and her husband John Morrison, he clothing line "Loca by Taya Valkyrie", her favorite matches, growing up in Canada and much more!
Check out Loca By Taya Valkyrie here: www.tayavalkyrie.com
Subscribe to my podcast: podcast.chrisvanvliet.com
Get awesome CVV t-shirts & merch: teespring.com/stores/chris-va...
Email me: [e-mail]
Follow me on Instagram: / chrisvanvliet
Like me on Facebook: / chrisvanvliet
Follow me on Twitter: / chrisvanvliet
#TayaValkyrie #WWE #NXT #JohnMorrison

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Get the exclusive NordVPN Birthday Deal at nordvpn.com/cvv or use code CVV to get up to 72% off your NordVPN Plan + 1 free month. Act fast because this offer is for a limited time only!

[@cp3o205]

Nice

[@cp3o205]

You should interview Icp

[@cp3o205]

You should interview zikky dice

[@ChrisVanVliet]

@@cp3o205 here’s my interview with Zicky! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iarKiIxmrLCqf6c

[@Gr8PowerfulOz]

U want a Badass lady, interview Mercedes Martinez or Thunder Rosa

[@bdashby]

15 minutes into this and it’s clear to see wwe have made a huge mistake. This young lady deserves a chance to make it. Keep your chin up Taya

[@AcornSmokes420]

She’s back in impact wrestling woohoo

[@benespinosa6725]

John Morrison Should have been in NXT With Taya Valkyrie as a heel instead of Being with the Miz that was such a Missed Opportunity Right there awesome interview Chris.

[@Tcrror]

The words should, with, being, missed, opportunity, right are not proper nouns. Just trying to help!

[@leir2005]

No need for Morrison to waste time in developmental, he knows the WWE game

[@kshinokevin]

That would have been Awesome !

[@mikeledger2614]

Ur on crak

[@RR-nl2ep]

I agree. He could have bounced back and forth like they are doing now. Although he is a seasoned veteran, he would not have been wasting his time because he would have been an awesome mentor to NXT talent. She isn't a rookie either. She knows the game but they did not use her right with that gimmick. After she got built up, they both could have bounced between RAW, SMACKDOWN and NXT.

[@ultimatesportstalk]

Thank you for getting this one up so quickly. I listened to the interview yesterday and was really touched by her honesty and passion for pro wrestling. The comments she received from some "fans" were disgusting. That is NOT ok! No person should ever have to go through that.

[@c_lee_]

Taya is such a beaming beauty! I love that she's not afraid to show her vulnerability and just speak her mind. Thanks, Chris for another great interview. You're such a caring soul and it just radiates so well to your guests!

[@StarshipGhost]

yea but she could look a lot better without shaving half her head like a liberal.

[@c_lee_]

@@StarshipGhost clearly she doesn't dictate her self image on your opinions. If physically she's not your cup of tea, keep caring on.

[@StarshipGhost]

@@c_lee_ No shit, sherlock Simp. All I said was I didn't like her haircut, fruitcake. I'll say I don't like someone's haircut if I want to. Cry harder baby boy. Unless your real problem was the liberal putdown. Are you a liberal? That is embarrassing, but you have nobody to blame but yourself for that. Don't take it out on everyone else. Get smarter and get a clue.

[@c_lee_]

@@StarshipGhost, sounds like you have a lot pent up. If being a keyboard warrior makes you feel better about yourself, then I hope you have a great day! 👍Glad you were able to express yourself through my comment!

[@StarshipGhost]

@@c_lee_ You remind me of a bowl of fruit!

[@juliemoree3434]

Watching this interview and so far it’s breaking my heart for Taya!! I’ve never had the chance to see her in Impact (bc my already $$ cable pack. doesn’t have it) but from NXT she was as good as advertised. Now, on this interview, you can see her just put herself out there & talk about how heart broken she was/is. She also seems like the sweetest person you’d love to have as a friend!! Can’t wait to see what you do next!! I’ll be watching! 🙏🏻🥰🤗

[@onyx-blue7655]

Man, it sucks that they (WWE) never gave Taya and John a chance to explore a storyline together on the main show, or even in NXT. I've Loved John since MNM, so hearing the stuff Taya speaks of the future potentially holding for her and him, I can't wait. Would love to see Taya and John as the hottest couple in prowrestling, holding belts at the same time at the top of whatever company is next for them both. Maybe even get that dream matchup in a Hennigan-made film!? That would be great too 😎

[@suedenim]

They have such great chemistry together. I'd love to see them (and Presley!) in a Hart to Hart remake where they're traveling the world solving mysteries, just with more luchadores and draculas involved.

[@fortminorproject]

Taya should of done more for WWE. She is such a nice person. I got to see her wrestle one time such an amazing wrestler. Good interview.

[@troyaturner1979]

Thank you Chris for this interview. Been a fan of Tayas since her Lucha days & she's freaking amazing. Her & John in AEW against Britt & Adam Cole would be INSANE!!!

[@kshinokevin]

That is just so much Talent in One Ring. Epic WIN (not a Fail).

[@kshinokevin]

Taya was once trained by the great Lance Storm (Storm Wrestling Academy). "If I could be serious for a minute." - Lance Storm

[@jamesamondsen3362]

I’ll always support her no matter what company she’s at

[@ChrisVanVliet]

🙌👏

[@AcornSmokes420]

She’s back in impact wrestling woohoo recent taping

[@TrueNomadSkies]

Taya always strikes me as a wonderful person. Same with John. WWE definitely missed the boat with both of them hella hard, be it as a couple, on their own, as well as years down the line. Anywhere they go they will be big stars for sure.

[@rggr690]

First of all thank you for uploading this interview I was waiting for thursday and second what WWE did to Taya is awful but the good thing is she is back with her family in AAA and I hope she joins Impact wrestling I wanna know how she got out from jail

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks for taking the time to watch, Raul!

[@hawdarkshooter]

We need John Morrison and Taya to be All Elite 🔥

[@YankeeRedneck437]

I say that about alot of people all the time but these days I'm wondering how many more people can they really just keep signing and expect to be able to give everyone tv time? Would hate to see them get lost in the shuffle and next thing you know the only place you see them is on Dark.

[@animal1nstinct394]

she impressed me in NXT

[@isaacramos2531]

I’m a Taya stan. It would’ve been awesome to mix it up with Natalya, Charlotte, Sasha, Rhea, Bianca, etc.. she had so much potential. Especially the Royal Rumble that would’ve been epic. But oh well it’s WWE. Hopefully she can make a return.

[@dalmarabdi7696]

I feel for Taya Valkyrie because I witness it with my own eyes how she had dreamt of working in WWE. It was an unfortunate timing of no fault of her own. I hope for nothing but the best moving forward

[@JR_Donofrio]

Taya is a legend and shouldn't be crying because she lost her Job, WWE should be crying cause they lost Taya Valkyrie. Love you Taya and thanks Chris for another awesome interview

[@mrright8439]

The wwe doesn't deserve someone as genuine, talented and big hearted as Taya. I hope she goes back to Impact because AEW doesn't push their women outside of Brit. Why sit in catering when she can showcase her talent and actually be appreciated.

[@hardcoreocealot]

Taya has a million dollar smile.

[@jefflear4618]

Taya is so good , I've loved her matches since I first saw her wrestle. Screw WWE their loss she will do so much more without them can't wait to see where she lands

[@luisaraujo4645]

She is absolutely amazing, such a natural fighter and a superstar! Hopefully Johnny Superstar and Taya Valkyrie will be together in a big company soon as possible, like AEW! Johnny Superstar would be awesome to make his debut by winning the TNT title from Sammy Guevara! And Taya vs Thunder Rosa Britt Baker or Mercedes Martinez, among others, it's a legit main event! And if she goes to AEW maybe she could create the first official all-women's faction, that's something missing on the AEW Women's division! Wishing them all the best and all the success in the world, they deserve it! And congratulations Chris Van Vliet, always doing a great job with a lot of class and respect! 👏👍

[@JR_Donofrio]

If he goes to AEW he should be Johnny Elite

[@hishamjararwah3125]

@@JR_Donofrio asking you questions JoeyDonuts, Chris Van Vliet and Taya Valkyrie are both Canadian born in 1983, as Chris Van Vliet was born on May 19 in Pickering, Ontario, Canada, and Taya Valkyrie was born on October 22 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada?

[@Exiled_Rouge]

Taya has such a wonderful personality and is so engaging. I can't believe anyone could miss hiring Taya. What a fun performer.

[@chrisdropulich5902]

Taya is and has been my favorite wrestler for years now, I love her in ring skills and how she can have great matches with just about anyone.

[@trenzeegoneborough2859]

She has more charisma than Becky,Charlotte and Rousey combined.

[@Darule514]

Another great interview by CVV

[@metallicaddictno1]

I love her and John Morison, they are so great!!!

[@russie.russell]

Her match this week at PRESTIGE was Dope.. But I would love her back at IMPACT.. Yelling "BRAVO!"

[@joepatrick3501]

Man the more I watch this channel the more I’m learning how awesome it is. Thank you for making such awesome content

[@thegameslave2]

Much love to *La Wera Loca.* She should've honestly gone right to the main roster with John, in WWE. But, this is another great chat as always, CVV, and Taya is gonna easily jump right into the world title picture in any company she goes to. All the best to her and her future.

[@crystalmaria92]

I love Taya’s passion for the business. Thank you for this interview, Chris!

[@theanglepodcast]

Great work as always!

[@fluffypanda17]

I can totally relate to how she felt, such a great interview.

[@GreggF65]

Oh thank you so much Chris I love it when you interview her it’s so much fun

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Thanks Gregg!

[@GreggF65]

@@ChrisVanVliet You are certainly welcome, keep up the great job ,it is well appreciated 😎👍👍

[@barronanderson569]

Love the interview

[@ChrisVanVliet]

🙏🙏

[@barronanderson569]

@@ChrisVanVliet 💯

[@cp3o205]

Greatful for this podcast

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Grateful for you!

[@TheMarlewuk]

Great interview Chris - look forward to seeing what Taya does next... Don't listen to the haters Taya, you have nothing to be sorry about! 🙂

[@johnnybecerra4891]

I remember watching taya at Lucha underground and she was so good when I found out she was coming to WWE I was so happy.

[@danilopapais1464]

Nice interview Chris. You are the first (and maybe only) one that comes to my mind if I try to think of a non-biased interviewer. I think if HHH would build his own promotion (which he won't) Taya would be a pretty decent bet as a hire in the beginning of it.

[@AJ9302]

Great interview Chris I really felt so bad for Taya how she got treated by them disrespectful people on online and how she got treated in the E I really felt for her when she was crying it’s so not cool . All I know what ever wrestling company she decides to sign with watch out she is going to kill it and she deserves her time in the spotlight again she is such a talented wrestler she is underrated in my opinion and personally I hope she comes back Home to Impact Wrestling I mean she belongs there she had a great run her first time Round, Scott D’More get on the phone to her and sign her up man 👍

[@user-mk5he7sl8g]

Always been a fan of John Morrison and really liked Taya’s work in NXT. Can really feel Taya’s personality in the interview.

[@michaelgarrett1437]

Omg her tearing up over how they treated her, shes such an angel :(

[@tarkusXXX]

Im pretty sure the NO ONE felt disappointed of your work on NXT, we all felt disappointed of NXT/WWE for letting go 2 of the best wrestlers in the world! Chin up Taya, you are already a legend in this business! Those of us who really love the sport appreciate all the work you and John do every time you go into the ring.

[@jeisoneuceda7974]

Chris van vliet i love you!

[@TheOtherSideBattleRapLeague]

This interview made me a fan for life. Taya seems like the coolest fucking person ever, then I find out she's married to Morrison, and suddenly it all makes sense. Wishing nothing but the best! & for the asshats that said those terrible things on Twitter, I hope a Smart Car runs over their feet.

[@clarkestomps]

When I saw her debut in AEW I was so happy for her!

[@RemnantSRT440]

Oh man! I love this interview with Taya. Been watching La guera loca in AAA and Lucha Underground. In all honesty I would rather see her in AEW than WWE. WWE is a stale product imo. Taya is so talented I can't wait to see her in wherever she goes. Fingers crossed AEW so she can help elevate the womens division. Also F WWE for not letting her keep her Taya name. She's earned her IP.

[@justjoe1811]

She's so talented and such a sweetheart. Way too good for WWE.

[@valetudo1974]

Taya Valkyrie is one of my favorite female superstar in the pro wrestling business. She's is not only a pro wrestling superstar, she is an amazing International Superstar, everybody around the world knows who Taya Valkyrie is. WWE, you guys made a big mistake releasing her.

[@DontBlameGene]

I loved Taya before but I really really love her know I know she will be amazing in whatever she does.

[@kinghiggins5021]

Big fan since Lucha underground And Impact /GFW

[@imutau]

Is it just me or were there others that wish this went longer? Great stuff.

[@shobinedvin5175]

I love taya and John too. She is amazing and she was at top of the game everywhere she worked at so she did great. So when opportunity knocks again she gotta keep doing it again. That's it and all of her dreams will come true. That's it.

[@dfrancis9939]

I'd love to see Taya back in the Impact zone!

[@lgr2284]

Loved it. TAYA IS THE BEST. 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@lesliefarlow5734]

Would have liked to see them both in AEW

[@JR_Donofrio]

It can still happen. Taya would be a shot in the arm for that division and John Morrison vs Kenny Omega/ Adam Cole would be amazing

[@Jrh-rp7np]

You’d think wrestling fans would know how damaging online bullying can be .. especially After the world lost the Beautiful Hana Kimura to very similar comments…I just don’t understand it

[@JUSTICEshsyedZaC]

Both of them they were awesome Johnny Mundo and Taya and there love story then getting married

[@JaeDavies23]

A huge Couples Championship tournament sounds excellent. Make it happen, Taya. 🙂

[@markfarleyauthor]

She is so awesome...

[@derekfogel7682]

“Very recognizable back of the head” 😂😂

[@mariawalles3643]

I am enjoy this interview and Taya needs to go to AEW and she would be great there.

[@DickBurnsLux]

Monet is my favorite artist.

[@roniz1]

If TK is watching THIS IS WHO YOU NEED IN AEW's WOMENS DIV.

[@markmackley5959]

After seeing Franky Monet vs Raquel Gonzales. it was the only title match of Gonzales reign that wasn't a squash (next to Dakota Kai) i was most shocked by this release. and don't get me started about Morrison.. i wanted to be that guy so bad in high school 💪😎

[@GreggF65]

Oh my God that was funny do you want to interview the dog Chris I love it

[@kinghiggins5021]

I love Taya valkyrie Legend WWE dropped the ball I always Said she would be a future WWENXT woman's champion

[@Qtipz123]

Honestly if Taya came to AEW it would totally change the women's division. I could totally picture a Jade Cargill vs Taya match for the title belt or a match against Thunder Rosa. Would be sick 🤘

[@crucifixmegabuster95]

Can we all take a moment and appreciate that banger of a theme she had in nxt

[@Ceecee236]

Not me finding out Taya is from BC?!?!?! Omggg no wonder I love her 😭

[@ChrisVanVliet]

🇨🇦!

[@thedon8939]

Moral of the story: if you are working for wwe, have a backup promotion.

[@raiden4638]

I never really watched Nxt until she debuted. I watched it mainly for her and when she was released I was shocked and stopped watching Nxt because it just isn’t it anymore. Hopefully she returns someday.

[@WWESuperstar512]

I’m still sad she didn’t make it to the main roster. So much potential that could have been tapped into on either Smackdown or Raw

[@LIT0187]

She’s awesome. She didn’t let anyone down. WWE dropped the ball on her. They wasted her time and talent much like they have done for others.

[@douglasdensonjr.5550]

Taya is a fantastic talent that should've been given more a chance by the machine...to me it is their loss not hers

[@DaFallenAngelJJ]

They really did her and Ember Moon so dirty and you can see how hurt they truly are

[@robertpeavler9760]

I love Taya. She is such a utility wrestler and can do every style. I hope she ends up in AEW or maybe something Joshi if she wants. I think with NJPW opening up the womens division that she would be awesome. I would like New Japan strong to start featuring women.

[@babymaharaja7638]

Please interview Curtis Axel, Jaxson Ryker and Santana Garrett.

[@Dazzer-gx3yl]

Jaxson Ryker - no thank you

[@MorrisJoshua26]

Such a missed opportunity with her and John. As corny and simple as it is, them VERSUS Miz and Maryse as opposed to John being his stooge and 3rd wheel....ugh. Gross.

[@theunhingedgamer3762]

welcome to WWE get used to them using people poorly because they've been doing it since the Hogan days

[@MorrisJoshua26]

@@theunhingedgamer3762 how do i put this simply...... I am HEA-VIL-Y aware of WWEs practices. Lol

[@TheTrixster690]

What tag title announcement is Taya talking about ?

[@Tikitackfouls]

We are loca

[@MrGn1212]

She looks stunning and she is such a badass.

[@robgregory5136]

Curse WWE for making taya cry. She’s awesome

[@donaldsoloya9538]

I seen don’t know how true it was but it was gonna be miz maryse vs John taya at maina but was dropped

[@cp3o205]

Nice

[@mjximalreadydead7307]

To be honest I was surprised she didn't go to AEW and give that a proper go the division could use more names like her. She already ruled Impact so yeah I thought AEW was next but WWE be throwing some money bags at ppl and it's hard to say no. But it sucks in the E so it's really a win/lose situation. And before any fans pull up trying to defend E remember all the reports of talent being unhappy there. Not including the ones that have left or been fired.

[@RyZe_DaBoyz]

Sammy and Tay

[@RR-nl2ep]

I never seen this side of her. I see why John married her. He was also very upset about his release. Him and Jay Lethal are great wrestlers that never get the credit they deserve. She needs to bounce around like Tessa. WWE is not the end all. Go to ROH, WOW and AEW.

[@jamielynch8267]

I feel awful for her what a shame! Work that hard to get there and they manage to destroy and smash every bit of confidence out of her, shocking. Really feel for all the releases!

[@jessieeleena1173]

❤

[@josho5423]

Never really seen Taya perform many times, and never seen her interviewed. I've always gotten the "I'm a badass and I'm just as tough as the men" vibe from her in snippets I've seen. The typical millennial militant feminist shtick. I think the opposite now, and that's a compliment. I was pleasantly surprised, as in this video she comes across as sweet, sensitive, bubbly, and extremely feminine. I can see what John likes about her. She's very cute, and not only looks like she's in her 20s, but her personality seems just as young, vibrant, and pretty.

[@brickz718187]

Chris looks so much like superman lol

[@ChrisVanVliet]

Haha I’ll take it

[@sons714native4]

Video starts at 2:30

[@xpacme]

Chris, always a great interview. Ah, I really wish you would've asked about the unfortunate accident with her hairstyle. I like Melina better. Also, that's not a real dog; it's some form of Ewok. Just sayin'

[@Lu1x1to]

Not y’all forgetting Mickie James and Nick Aldis!!!

[@MrMegaManFan]

I'm not sure they (WWE) have ever had a woman more talented who they misused more horribly.

[@ericwilliams4300]

They did her wrong, brother. They did her dead wrong. There was no reason to fire her.

[@chikowashere]

Taya vs Mickie James, book it D'Amore.

[@coreymccravy1879]

I hope Taya goes to AEW to be honest with you

[@brycetaylor1980]

Taya is a dime.. damyum son..