"The backlash was like nothing I've ever seen" AJ Catanzaro speaks on the Buttery Films situation

A few years ago AJ Catanzaro made a call about Buttery Films that really came back to bite him. AJ publicly apologizes to Buttery on the podcast and explains his side of the story.
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[@buttery_films_]

All good homie let’s get some training in at the academy and throw a couple beers back for the vlogs haha

[@jacklavalley8245]

That'd be sick

[@nikolasgibson3438]

Butteryballz when are you going to be on Gypsy Tales? The Tfox podcast was dope but I’m dying to hear more moto talk.

[@AjCatanzaro]

thanks for being cool. Let’s make it happen

[@matthewwatkins3760]

This is how a couple grown men handle stuff. Respect fellas.

[@Grantproject]

buttery is the goat

[@rickydavis597]

Aj is the man. His mechanic wasn't at Orlando 1 this year, so he had to do his own bike working everything else between rides for the entire night, he still stopped what he was doing (without us even asking) to take a pic with my kids... if that ain't a great dude what is?

[@senterpoint]

Back when I raced, we trashed talked a lot. No one got offended. It just didn't matter.

[@jhamelin119]

exactly.

[@TonaldDrump686]

Probably wasn’t a big ol giant internet back then. It’s so easy to spread messages nowadays.

[@necrosbillsibub4650]

I like buttery and I like A.J. Was a little sketch about him, but after this video I like A.J. Both buttery and A.J. Are good dudes

[@mascpa8134]

AJ is a class act and a kind person. Yes, he put his foot in his mouth. He is owning it as a mistake. Let's all move on.

[@xafbxmoto269]

But buttery does suck lol. Why does everyone have to apologize for everything even if they’re right?

[@Imfeelingdirty69420]

@@xafbxmoto269 bc it was a rude statement. I’m sure you wouldn’t like it if people said you suck at riding. Buttery is way faster than your average rider

[@steveortega534]

Who gives afuk if someone thinks someone sucks what are we 12🤦🏽‍♂️😂😂😂 🖕🏼 Buttery

[@Wreckage72]

But not until after GT gets to make a clip from his podcast talking about something from like 3 years ago.

[@holeshotinspectionllc2412]

He was talking about technique, not riding, some ppl have different techniques and are comfortable look at j-law elbows down and still won a championship.

[@hillbillymemes1681]

This is a genuine guy….. someone we need……..actually owns up to his mistakes even when it’s not truely his fault

[@furyss1tv184]

Boy if i had a dollar every time i stuck my foot on my mounth i would be rich lol.

[@theirishbear_osrs]

Damn rich and flexible.

[@mrgreen9388]

But you would have trouble sticking your foot in this kids mouth I mean look at them teeth.

[@hsachristian]

I remember being pissed at him for saying that. Then he rode like a goon at straight rhythm and it was all good lol.

[@xafbxmoto269]

Why? Buttery does suck

[@hsachristian]

Get a clue.

[@ryohonda]

goat comment

[@jph169]

@@hsachristian Connor sucks, let's watch the sun go down 😘

[@jacklavalley8245]

I've talked to AJ via patreon and he's a good guy. He doesn't come off as a dick at all. Super nice

[@dark-starchemistryfabricat2405]

I always thought he was homosexual lol. Always sensed super feminine vibes in his mannerisms and body language... But I guess he is married. 😂

[@19Jharris]

I absolutely love AN’s honesty and humility not just in this video but every video he has posted or been a guest on

[@Thecorlees]

AJ is awesome, if he’s ever in Temecula I’d love to hang out!

[@smartin4052]

Really dig the gypsy content ❤

[@owenruth325]

This was a much needed video!

[@antonvalentine]

Don't sweat it. That's how it is nowadays, people will find a way to manipulate anything and everything you say to make it as bad as possible. Do what you can to be a good person and don't let the trolls get a hold of you. And if someone wants to react without hearing the full story, then that's on THEM.

[@mazaratee1548]

That is wild! I remember when I first heard about this I thought "AJ is whack and just jealous of Buttery." BUT I'm glad you got to share your backstory cause I now understand why you would say those things and it wasn't out of ill-intent.

[@ScottDukesRealEstate]

I didn't take it that way. He was trying to be a teacher and using examples of good and bad technique using the wrongs words and being insensitive. His apology and explanation sync with what I remember.

[@jacobbrown8482]

This is so cool! Would love to see some vids with buttery, he's such a great guy

[@Blinkman24]

As much as it kills me to admit fault I was super against all your content for a good bit.. But you've landed some big-name dudes I would say to approve of you and it's good to see the things they have to say. Mad Respect. Keep it Up Aussie Man. Youre Alright 🤙

[@GYPSYTALES]

Cheers g

[@smokemboe1876]

Against it for what??? he literally just interviews people... that just means ur a jealous hater...

[@Blinkman24]

@@smokemboe1876jealous of what? 😂 gtfo

[@smokemboe1876]

@@Blinkman24 why would you be against his content???

[@akatgif]

The Irony about MX/BMX drama - obviously it's tribal. So sometimes shit talking is not accepted... But the irony is both sides practice shit talking... It's just not always made public. The Buttery crew and fanboys got butt hurt and retaliated. The irony is that; both of the buttery crew and the fanboys are no angels.... Since when do Moto people not talk shit? It's all a part of the fun. Sticks N Stones remember? Don't be little boys who cry as they rage on their keyboard

[@dirkhagoort4949]

It’s a new generation. They hear one bad thing about a guy that just rides his dirtbike and they lose their minds

[@DaveEPie]

Most of the followers on social media are less than 17 years old. You said it right . FanBOYS got hurt lol. The 909 crew get into fights at pit bike races. Lmfao. Not a lot of geniuses in that crew.

[@LTR1420]

I like Buttery and his content a lot. Appreciate AJ seeing the light and what Buttery's whole movement is about. He doesn't claim to be anything other than a dude riding his bike for fun and having a good time with his buddies.

[@seaeff6428]

Buttery is cool. And he’s just that, a guy that has fun riding. He knows he’s not the man, he’s not trying to be. So for a pro that really is the bottom tier to essentially discourage him is pretty douchey.

[@dirkhagoort4949]

@@seaeff6428 I mean, the guy is a riding coach and considered one of the 20 best riders in the world at any given time. Saying he’s bottom level when he races at the top level is just ignorant. Saying buttery sucks on a dirtbike isn’t douchie. People have their opinions. Just because you idolize a guy that does dumb things all the time. Doesn’t mean you should put down a guy that dedicated his entire life to learning how to ride a dirtbike the best way he could.

[@seaeff6428]

@@dirkhagoort4949 he’s considered one the best 20 riders? By who? You? Lap times say different. Between 250 and 450 he’s not even top 40. He hasn’t come close to a making a main this year. He’s jealous buttery is making 10x what he does and is just having fun. Kids can emulate whoever they want to. Is buttery the perfect example if they’re planning on being the next Ken roczen? No. But it’s also not detrimental either. The shit he said was completely unwarranted and a dick move for no reason. How would he feel if Ken Roczen said don’t get coaching from him he sucks, he’s terrible on a bike.

[@LTR1420]

@@seaeff6428 exactly. Said everything I wanted to say. Pretty shitty to cut someone down just for simply having fun.

[@seaeff6428]

@@dirkhagoort4949 I don’t idolize buttery. And it is douchey. Because realistically at the pro level AJ is trash. He hasn’t made a main event since 2019 and even then got last place in one main he made. It’s a dick move to just talk shit on a guy for no reason, flat saying he’s terrible and sucks. I really can’t get over the fact that you said he’s too 20 in the world at any given time. Weird because he never comes close to making mains. Is 30th or worse in timed qualifying 1/2 the 250 field would smoke him. Top 20 guys in Europe are faster. I guess you could say he’s a top 100 guy? Maybe. Fact is cooper Webb and plessinger both stared how dumb AJ is. So I’ll side with the guys that aren’t getting 13th in LCQs

[@kylesanders851]

Good on ya AJ. Once again proving us how good of a ambassador and union rep you’d be

[@5635randy]

I know AJ would love to ride with Buttery he is doing what we did 40 years ago been riding dirt bikes in SC since 80s AJ is plain nice guy cares about riders. He and buttery would be a fun day.

[@19Jharris]

I love his humility That’s a trait of a leader he owned it and rather than posting a retaliatory response he should have contacted the source

[@CarringtonZane]

Dang Gypsy is rad he came out swinging with the truth, never heard of this guy then boom this year I see him everywhere and am like damn… homie is legit. Foreal

[@wadejameson6168]

Hilarious! From a 55yo dude who still doesn’t know anything and still doesn’t have a filter. Everyone is an idiot. Just keep riding. Who cares.

[@travisrogers5634]

3 years later he got the clue 😂😂 wtg aj bro 🤘🤘

[@kriswashburn7945]

I thoroughly enjoy AJ's youtube content and learned from it as well. I like how genuine he is and he seems like a good person in general. I hope this is taken for the apology and regret for an accidental dumb comment it is and people move past it. And pigs may fly.

[@THE_JB222]

Gypsy out here making friendships happen lol

[@GYPSYTALES]

❤️❤️❤️

[@jimwil6972]

You really dropped the ball with that shirt !

[@Recceman901]

AJ is an awesome dude! I've met him several times and even told me to slow down on my bike so I could get a chance to improve...but only after me insulting myself in front of him which seemed to piss him off. Why would anyone have a problem with AJ...even if it was out of malice, he still is human and will slip up every now and then.

[@KINGCOGMX]

aj is the man sounds like a top bloke and a chill dude

[@DavidDentzman]

So sad to see you leave racing,you will great in everything you do. Love you

[@ED-on8to]

What AJ said wasn‘t cool, but Buttery isn‘t the "best" guy too, because he could ask AJ why he said that... And not giving straight backfire over social media...

[@brodypilcher3643]

Glad y’all got that done...one thing to remember on any social media...anything u say can and will be used against u...

[@austinboston6867]

Lmao “is his name not out ?”

[@joshbarnes5784]

Bout time this shizzz got cleared up 🤣🤣🤣

[@MikesWorld1]

I have so much respect for people who can own up to and take responsibility for their mistakes instead of making excuses. Kudos AJ.

[@redrider533]

Everybody has the right to their own opinion.

[@christopheravery5808]

I’ve been right there, verbal diarrhea... I’ve said things that just came out wrong, nothing like it should have meant, and people just don’t want to hear an explanation afterwards. You just gotta kinda own it and be like “I said it, “I apologize, what I said came out wrong”, and then just be careful to not do it later. I’m an AJ fan, he is a hell of a rider, and I wish there were guys like him when I was younger that was so willing to work with the youth because I never got that help. Ultimately, I’m 36 now and I just trail ride dirt bikes because I don’t feel like my body could handle big crashes to get good enough to race competitively... though I want to. I do however push quads a little harder and I feel like I could probably go that route in 4 wheels.

[@alanwade2962]

LOL...I'm subscribed to AJ's channel. Earlier today I watched a Buttery video, some beach party somewhere, and my thoughts were how little I like Buttery videos. I do wish I could ride even half as well as him though.

[@brianrichard1768]

self evaluation = wisdom

[@timothytate637]

Really when I heard what he said about Buttery I would not even watch AJ videos because of that... I'm over it now...

[@petewebb5149]

Does Buttery have a sister? Margerine?

[@VlogEpicness]

😂

[@52yamahar1]

AJ seems a nice down to earth guy, we all drop the ball at some point in life, just pick it up an keep going, that’s what counts

[@user-wj6kq3xw2g]

Don't be sorry. Your speaking facts. Kids these days get offended by anything.

[@coreyfarrell5749]

“ I’m still getting people commenting get a clue” LMAO!!! Legit crying laughing

[@criticalthinkerr.i.p74]

When is the new channel going to post full podcasts? There's a reason rogan made Spotify put up video option. Multiple times you will be talking about something the audience can't see if it's only audio format.

[@jairgiansante6686]

O was 1 of the 4 persons who always listening the podcast! .. 😁

[@jairgiansante6686]

I was

[@shereemitch]

Im 50 AJ is a very intelligent young man. And a great rider. much better then most!

[@bloomerb4162]

I think buttery shouldn't have retaliated like that hat bc he knew they would crucify him. Oh well may lead to a video collaboration in the end.

[@destrycook24]

If you saw the post he didn’t take shots at aj he just defended himself, he also didn’t tell his fans to go after aj, he responded fairly professionally

[@bloomerb4162]

@@destrycook24 Oh, no I didn't see it.

[@christopherrhea8578]

Repenting and saying sorry is all some mad respect

[@Hbomb-nm2fv]

That’s the thing with social media you have to watch everything you say because once it’s out there it’s out there and anybody can twist your words or in this case play a clip out if context and cause a lot of problems it’s stupid the way people constantly feel the need to turn people against each other and how eager we are to jump in a band wagon

[@mattgreen4486]

This is so true no kid should be looking up to buttery

[@paintballfreak118]

Respect

[@mickeybeahl2233]

I would like to see A.J. run the Kicker ArenaCross series. My last race was @ Loretta Lynn's in 1998 (125 B mod) I am 40 now but would like to get back into some racing in the Vet class.

[@albertsolberg8682]

I’m glad he touched on this, I like him but couldn’t due to that incident. I’m glad he told his side.

[@johnnyjohnson2942]

Pro's talk about AA riders, AA riders talk about B riders, B riders talk smack about C riders C riders piss on trail riders, The way it has always been and the Hatter's take up arms for who they decide to get behind. I wouldn't sweat it it's part of the way it is and weather you can handle is and turn it into Bench racing or let it eat you up. I've had many of my AA/Pro friends call me a sandbagger and we laugh it off as I ran a business and couldn't hang it out like full timers could.

[@sousaakabond]

GEEEEEEEET A CLUE

[@militia_bmx4575]

Hounstly the best moto show out .. Tapping in from southern Illinois. Usa...

[@slayer6936]

Aj!!! I really like ya as a man!! Screw all the haters!!

[@AntiPattern328]

Honestly, you are 100% correct. Maybe not sucks but he is not a high level rider of any sort.

[@mountainmonkey172]

I think AJ was jealous of Buttery's success and talked some crap. It happens as people who are super competitive tend to do that. AJ apologized cause he knew he crossed the line. All is good imo

[@matthewwest1262]

But you have to admit theres a reason why buttery is not racing supercross😂 buttrey has madskill front break control and style points for days buuut can he even hang with aj for a lap😂 big buttrey fan from back in 2014 and im in aus🤙🏼

[@Rips4Days]

@@matthewwest1262 buttery doesn’t claim to be a racer lol what’s your point. At what point did buttery ever talk shit on him? AJ mad that buttery makes a shit ton more money that him selling merch and having a goofy KZbin channel.

[@MotoMatt418]

I’m more fascinated at the fact that nobody knows Buttery’s real name lol

[@aidenmoore8671]

Im pretty sure ive heard him be called Connor in a vid or two of his Not 100% certain, but pretty sure

[@cameronabrams3285]

@@aidenmoore8671 It's Connor Ericsson, I think any of his platforms show it

[@aidenmoore8671]

@@cameronabrams3285 yeah ok cheers, i thought id heard it in a vid in the past

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

My story. Daytona SX 2022. Subscribed to his channel. Subscribed to Moto Academy. Bought merch. So I was a fan. I felt what he's doing is good. Still do. But on this day as a fan I went to his booth and asked him to sign a AJ t-shirt. He looked at me like I was being weird. Asked if it was already signed. I said it has a printed signature. But not an actual signature. I honestly thought he'd be cool about it. I didn't really think too much about it. But after asking for his autograph and him subsequently asking if it was already singed. I honestly didn't know what I should have said. Neither did he ironically. We both stared at each other awkwardly. I then realized he wasn't going to sign the t-shirt. Til this I'll never quite understand what happened there. But I shut off all of it. Unsubscribed from it all. Which I know did nothing in the grand scheme of things. But that's not the point. From my point of view it was a very simple request. Didn't make sense at all to me in any dimension that signing a merch shirt would be an odd or rude request. I'm sure AJ is good dude. But that just made zero sense.

[@stewartmolina5894]

What's up bro it's all good Homie 😎☝️👏👏 Balmain Paris 👏⚡⚡

[@reedtarted1932]

Buttery’s real name is Conner Erickson btw

[@reedtarted1932]

@BIG JIMS STRONG no

[@auscrank]

luv the sloppy, is Vince back in business?

[@invisiblespeedrc]

Super smart might be a bit of an overstatement lol

[@stickvortex]

Lmao

[@dirtaction6183]

Mugen is better

[@stickvortex]

@@dirtaction6183 huh?

[@Quadz10]

Still an understatement... if you knew him it would all make sense why he is so loved, respected, successful. He is as sharp as they come... don’t be fooled

[@invisiblespeedrc]

@@Quadz10 just no

[@ToddTurd]

Im gonna take a wild guess and say more than half of butterys followers dont even ride. All those mean comments were most likely from kids. At least i would hope so

[@artvarnson8009]

Good on you AJ for admitting you were wrong!

[@zayne8842]

Hey I’m 16 and I did the exact same thing I grew up watching the OG crusty demons

[@bradleyscott9436]

Also as AJ mentioned, like most people he grew up on crusty demons, although buttery's content is good it pales in comparison to those videos.

[@brentrottweiler466]

Every time you take a deep breath, say how “nice you are” and “want to make sure you get this correct”, with major emphasis, just means you are really not nice and the story you are about to tell is not going to be accurate. If you are really nice and honest, then no pre-statement or deep sighs needed. If you need an image consultant, hit me up 😉

[@michaelgrubbs1618]

Be careful pal. Not me but others will say don't start the sentence by saying you didn't give a s*** you're on somebody's brand new podcast because you were making eggs. And by the way I said some s*** about somebody else. You know I'm saying

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

This was an interesting drama as I watch Buttery for entertainment and to laugh at them as they do a lot of the same crap I did when I was younger, and at the same time admire his ability on a bike after only riding a few years. At the same time, I would watch some of AJs tutorials for instruction on how to get better. When I heard about this drama, I was a little disappointed in AJ. But if we throw the emotions out of it and look more specifically what he was saying (part of it is AJs fault for lack of clarity), he is probably intending that if you want to improve and ride like the best and be very sound, technically, you might want to emulate guys like Jeremy, bubba, charmichael and even Axel, but if you want to get faster on the track, you probably don’t want to copy the technique of a guy like Buttery. But as a free rider, it really doesn’t matter because guys like that are just out there having fun.

[@jacksonbradley6191]

Long overdue, but sometimes you come across as someone who thinks there shit don't stink. BUT I get my 9yr old to watch your videos as your technique is solid.

[@douglasmorrow8004]

I hope you make a main soon. You deserve.it..

[@DavidDentzman]

My son and his friends rode at mustang sally's got Michigan mulitia love

[@derekbentley4231]

Ryan Hughes

[@tstakeuchi]

I was wondering if this would be addressed lol

[@1E11evenMoto]

Mannn for some odd reason..I feel like Connor could take you in a moto haha..but glad the beef is squashed

[@ThePilotwes]

Get a clue

[@podcastparlor4128]

All good bro

[@Jwork374]

F*** the backlash all you're doing is speaking your mind that Young Generation don't know what it takes

[@markdavisjr578]

#ButteryFilms #Great an I Much Enjoy Watching his Video's 100%

[@dawso2o2]

It’s life I’m 47 and still leaning new things you never stop leaning or what’s the use of living as a motorbike man to other take on the challenges of life head on

[@dg8062]

What is "buttery's" name anyway?

[@gtplumbing2004]

Sounds to me like it's squashed; go hang out with him and have a beer. You sound like a super cool dude; everyone knows Connor is as cool as it gets. Those guys have so much fun, and the kids love it. And I also get what you're saying.

[@rogerw3818]

So in an "unguarded" mindset, true feelings and nature were exposed. That's the "problem" with a carefully crafted image, all it takes is one moment of reality to burn down the PR you've spent so long cultivating.

[@ctk166x2]

Well good, glad he circled back to it

[@JohnnyGlad96]

I've never even heard of AJ Catanzaro until now. Maybe I've been living under a rock. I've been into motocross/supercross since around 1996. I run #96 on my bike, long before Axell Hodges or Hunter Lawrence. But I digress. I'm pretty selective about how much I let this sport and lifestyle consume my life. Maybe that's why I've never heard of him. I do a lot of other things, snowboarding, surfing, golf, etc. Anyway, my point is that AJ is certainly not the who's who of the sport. My feeling is if I've never heard of you, you're a nobody, essentially. That being said, AJ makes a solid point about what kind of riding style the youngsters should emulate, and it's not anything you see on Buttery Films, except maybe Politelli. That being said, I'm a subscriber to Buttery. They make really entertaining content and there's something very genuine and real about it. Plus I'm from SoCal so they're just personalities that I vibe with. Here's the thing, when people have too little going on in their lives that's anything good, there's a level of irritability and discontent that builds up over time, and then trolling others on social media is something a lot of these people do to get their frustrations out. It's honestly pussy shit and these people need to get their shit together and grow up and focus on themselves. Microphone drop. Peace I'm out.

[@gblonde2331]

He went with the green one

[@jazzzyj7589]

What kind of chair is AJ in?

[@isaacpaulsen1158]

I started liking AJ after I saw him race minibikes at Pastranas.

[@icool247]

AJ has racing style whereas Buttery has more of a free ride style. Both are good

[@dougdimond1120]

Dont trip. As you know in these days everyone gets butthurt over bullshit

[@VlogEpicness]

Can’t we all just get along 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jlorenzo4355]

Got bullied by the internet, trynna save face. Listening to this dude “explain himself” made my ears bleed 🤣

[@KarlOtterman]

Go take a nap. The men are talking.

[@jlorenzo4355]

@@KarlOtterman your so cool 🤘🏽

[@ncy614]

Well his technique does suck no need to apologize kids now a days need some criticism.

[@PeterReefman]

Love the Rat Racing top! haha

[@markmcmahen9442]

AJ seems stuck up and arrogant in my eyes. I like him but he needs to treat people a bit nicer. Only reason he's apologizing is due to Buttery's following or he wouldn't give 2 shits

[@DL-wm8ub]

Jealousy

[@itchyfeet4205]

Much