Why Eddie Kingston postponed his retirement, joining NWA, his promos, AEW

Eddie Kingston chats with Chris Van Vliet at the NWA Powerrr tapings in Atlanta, GA. He talks about why he originally wanted to retire at the end of 2019 and why he changed his mind, his plans to wrestle until he can't anymore, joining NWA, his thoughts on AEW, the inspiration for his promos, his time in Impact Wrestling and much more!
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[@Qtipz123]

I'm literally watching this after seeing Eddie Kingston debut on AEW. I had no idea who he was before that, but boy am I ever a fan now.

[@RenEffect]

Me too! I'm a new Kingston fan!

[@andyc7525]

Gettin that Tony Khan money,

[@staalhard666]

@John Banks "LiTeRaLLy"... It pisses me off too. Everyone's speaking like a dimwitted Kardashian nowadays.

[@djwalker6608]

Same here

[@JaniceTZ]

@@staalhard666 Oh my God just settle down ya dork

[@derwandelndekloth7775]

That guy is a revelation on the mic.

[@jbasti227]

One of the best no doubt. The recent one he cut on Progress reminded me just how good he really is on the mic.

[@pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48]

The one he cut tonight on Cody Rhodes gave me goosebumps

[@scottbreon9448]

He reminds me of a younger version of Tommy Dreamer, but with better mic skills

[@TheInvasionShow]

If New York City was a person, it'll be Eddie Kingston!! 🙌

[@ChrisVanVliet]

This comment sums Eddie up perfectly!

[@_thehashslingingslasher]

😂

[@MrEFace]

👏

[@StevenTokyo06]

You win the internet today 🤣

[@MentalLiberation]

AMEN

[@shaun64vet]

Previous interviewees: oh sorry Chris didn’t mean to swear there. Eddie Kingston:

[@cdromero20]

Right 🤣🤣🤣

[@clutchfrog262]

This dude is real, love him or hate him, he is real. God Bless Ya Eddie

[@BodaciousBob66]

How could you not love him lol.

[@patrickhayes6200]

First time I saw him was him and Cody. I get it now. I'm a fan. Much respect.

[@datblackminotaur8101]

Not only is he real, but I could listen to him just talk for days

[@kevdilligafmc2362]

This is why he got my attention he is an old school style guy I love how you can tell he just a chill dude that dgaf

[@vincentkennedymcmahon50]

What is real

[@Colbythebest10]

The most underrated wrestler in the business. He’s such a star and is real. This character is modern and can make people watch. Btw chris you should interview Eddie Edwards

[@jtblb1385]

I 2nd that on the Eddie Edwards interview, Chris! 👍

[@mokujin29]

Who is this guy man ?

[@TheCordComerBrand]

I agree Eddie Kingston hands down is my idol.

[@userjim83]

“A star” Jesus standards have seriously slipped these days

[@Colbythebest10]

Jim 83 ok Jim. his character connects with lots of people. He’s relatable and can talk.

[@Kaltagstar96]

I love how we have people like Eddie Kingston, a veteran who isn't bitter, he's been through a long career and yet he's so damn down to earth and honestly seems like a dude who'd be great to just chill out and shoot the shit with, not even about wrestling, just about anything. It didn't feel like a 50 minute interview because Eddie is so fucking captivating.

[@jtblb1385]

Agreed. Could listen to homie talk for days and not get tired. Save the bumps, give Eddie a podcast imo 💯

[@kingsteve55]

His promo about Homicide on NWA Powerrr instantly turned me into a fan

[@youknowdean]

I would LOVE to see Ediie Kingston in AEW

[@pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48]

Just saw him tear it up on dynamite tonight!!! I’m almost POSITIVE he landed himself a contract

[@juanyedi8178]

Jeeee! I hope he scored a contract, he was awesome.

[@thegamemaster-fz1qh]

@HI IM MJ lol

[@alucardx81]

Wish granted.

[@TheMadvillainy]

Curious how you feel now that he just main evented their last PPV.

[@roberthakchin8520]

Very refreshing to have a real person become a true star… I am a fan

[@crowns9966]

If Santana and Ortiz ever leave the Inner Circle, Eddie Kingston should be hired as their manager

[@Pearson26789]

100% add diamante too have a LAX reunion.

[@RealTakerslady]

I was thinking that too

[@TheDreamburner]

I'm so down. Inner Circle is genius, but if they split, we have INSTANT story for Santana, Ortiz, Eddie, and Diamante'. Bring it back. Play it out. Maybe make Team Tazz a full "Heenan Family" faction.

[@theJaRRoOnE22]

Eric Miller I like your thinking 😤👌

[@gamecox04]

hoping you have a lot of success in the AEW

[@bergamo2408]

Eddie never get enough credit for how good of a worker he is also his second run on Impact Wrestling he showed a very good skill on the mic

[@KentPlummer]

SO GOOD

[@AcetylsaliciIique]

Dude, his Impact promos are nothing. This guy has been killing it on the mic for decades. Some of his early Chikara promos are amongst my all time fav.

[@SosaSal_]

Retirement? Nah you’re not allow to do that! Not after what we saw on AEW 🔥

[@barabusband]

I’d like to see Eddie get into commentary. He’s such a personality.

[@RandomLobster77]

Me too, his mic skills are next level

[@hiddendagger7291]

He should wrestle for some years then slowly he turn into wrestler and commentator like Jericho right now then then manager and commentator like Tazz And if he could able pull these things and at the end of career he would be a legend

[@docgonzales]

36:53 'Love is the highest form of understanding' , man Eddie nailed it right there.

[@wandaXmaximoff]

God, the way he talks about wrestling, you can feel it in your soul. He really loves what he does. I’m so glad he’s getting a chance in AEW.

[@realjabroni3830]

Who else is back after seeing Eddie Kingston on AEW. Just another great interview from Chris Van Vilet.

[@KassidyGinn]

Gotta respect his honesty

[@THESNEAKERADDICT]

Chris thought Eddie was Speaking a Foreign Language When he started mentioning areas in the Atl , haha! Great Interview and I honestly feel like Eddie's career is just getting started.Would love to see him in AEW. Love that he reps 914 too! Y.O Baby!

[@GabrielTribino]

came from the future to tell you he even had a aew championship match man

[@poavao6832]

🙂

[@agustinanthonysoto]

Here after aew vs. Cody.

[@jtblb1385]

Loved this vid! Eddie came across as humble, intelligent, and humorous. Basically REAL. Admire his attitude on the biz and life in general. One of the most underrated on the mic, imo

[@_king_ryanphillips]

Eddie Kingston is a great guy! He wrestles for AIW here in Cleveland, and always puts on a hell of a performance, and everyone loves him! Hes approachable, funny as hell, and a hell of a worker! Now to watch this awesome interview with my #1 interviewer.. Chris Val Vliet! I am stoked! Life is good.

[@trademarkofaz84]

Who's here after seeing AEW signed him? Congrats to Eddie man

[@TheDreamburner]

Eddie BELONGS in AEW. He's a perfect representation of that "not-your-normal-wrestling" personality that feels so damn right, like Omega, Page, DDP, Darby and others. Reunite LAX under a new name, or put Eddie in the Inner Circle!!! He'd be GOLD!

[@theJaRRoOnE22]

Agreed

[@sr7312]

Eddie Kingston is one of the best promos out there these days. MLW should book him for some shows. Hell, throw him in Contra. He and Josef Samael could bury any opponent just with promos.

[@skinnaayydrum95]

I love the way he talks about the reasons he still wrestles, hits home cause I do a lot of things in my life for my niece and nephew

[@WaywardBrigand]

I am so glad Kingston has been given a damn good shot in AEW. Grinding for almost 20 years, he deserves it.

[@redneckdickjohnson]

“You might beat my azz, but I’m taking your eye with me.” That’s straight up NYCG! Best of health to all and stay safe.

[@ZipEmUpEnt]

Who's here after that promo on John Moxley!?!? Eddie is a God Tier Promo Machine!

[@peterjohn2473]

He is the best I have ever seen. The best talker out there the big two are missing the boat on this one in a million talent.

[@thehaunted8055]

There is no big two...its only the one..the almighty Wwe

[@VanZoneSteveV]

EK is one of my favorite guys. I'm appreciative of how he lives his life more than I am of his wrestling skills. I always find him interesting in the ring nad on honest interviews.

[@lc7581]

I could listen to Kingston talk forever.

[@kyledamron]

I love how he views pro wrestling so much, great psychology!

[@alucardx81]

Absolutely killer interview. Just let Eddie talk for 2-5 minutes on Dynamite every single week.

[@johnnyvash]

The best NWA power promo from Eddie Kingston with pope. "We don't lose...We learn"....

[@brokestudio_]

This guy is literally becoming one of my favorites. Found out about him from his match with Cody. Man, this guy is a damn savage. Not a fan of his finisher but everything else in his move set is brutal.

[@staalhard666]

LiTeRaLLy... Is your last name Kardashian or is it Jenner?

[@hambino7649]

Always a good time when Kingston is involved. Happy he decided to stick around.

[@Collinzmusic]

He's doing so well now. His recent promo on Dynamite (start of November) with Mox was so passionate. He's great on the mic!

[@omengaming9391]

I first became aware of Eddie Kingston back when he was a member of Blackout in CZW and he's always struck me as being one of the most down to earth guys your likely to meet so I've really enjoyed the video hope he has continued sucess as he is one guy that truly deserves it.

[@coolkidugt]

And now he’s officially signed to AEW! Beyond deserved for this guy

[@DeadSurvivor]

AEW Is The First Time I've Seen Eddie Kingston Wrestle ... And Hear His Name As Well. Now, Eddie Ranks In My Top 3 Favorite Professional Wrestlers (Not Just In AEW). He's Different, He's Himself. I Hope He Wrestles For A Long Time To Come. He Has That "Something" Factor That Attracts Attention When He Walks Into The Building. That Can't Be Learned - It Comes Natural And He Has "It!"

[@305Lfx]

Eddie kingston is a terrifically good example of what you have got when you find someone who knows himself.... his erudite knowledge of the industry is inspiring... He is Brill..

[@thehitmanhunter6920]

What I Love about Eddie is the old school mentality and the RESPECT he has for the business...Listen up kids.

[@wlidlakhder6065]

You can tell how much chris enjoyed himself during this interview

[@shawnl.5023]

I watch all your interviews but I find eddie so interesting, he is great just to hear talk, AMAZING interview

[@siddhantpal9089]

He has such a honest attitude.....and his promos are the best

[@WTDSChannel13News]

I remember you Eddie when you were a lot smaller you've gotten a little bit bigger but you consistently gotten better every time I've seen you so proud of you on NWA power continue the good work my brother

[@mramazing9568]

Man I saw this dude show up on AEW, I had no clue who he was but I was damn impressed, I definitely want to see more of him in AEW!

[@leslyvee8691]

Most interesting part was when he described being a mark for the money not the letters!

[@barrymchugh667]

It's advise that seems to have influenced a bunch of wrestlers. As well as Brody, and Jeff Cobb David Starr regularly talks about Eddie telling him that.

[@TheCordComerBrand]

I’d love to see Kingston vs Minoru Suzuki! Hell Jon Moxley again!

[@santidasilva7514]

Eddie Kingston vs Minoru Suzuki vs Nick Gage

[@collinz96]

Man I can't wait to see more of this guy in Aew hopefully!. I never heard of him before (no offense) but wow what a promo guy he is! He is what the business needs!

[@JJ-xo3er]

The realist in the business and a great promo, not too many wrestlers can make you tear up with a promo but Eddie Kingston is not one of em. He cuts a hell of a promo and you can feel every word!! Keep it up man, love from Columbus Ohio!!

[@ingloriousmax]

Eddie definitely won me over. I thought he was fine on Dynamite, but now I'm definitely a fan.

[@horrorstew3577]

I've been waiting for this one !! Thanks Chris. Phenomenal as always. Eddie is a TRUE underground champion of the people who deserves respect in the business. A freaking natural on the mic, best promo's. David Starr next please 😀

[@erilionheart]

I can listen to Kingston talk all day 😂

[@MrEFace]

Eddie is beyond great. He could cut a joke promo and have my wallet and car keys in less than 2 sentences.

[@mdj2888]

So much respect for this guy.

[@MentalLiberation]

I want to thank you Chris for interviewing this guy. He's one of my favorite wrestlers that I felt wasn't getting his fair share and is very underrated. NWA has a gem in the King of diamonds. "The world is cold. Bundle up!" -- Eddie Kingston

[@MentalLiberation]

11:20 YES!! THAT'S MY FAVORITE MATCH OF HIS. I called it one of the best matches in 2011. From bell to bell, a great story.

[@Dhammond5]

I love just listening to Eddie talk, he's incredible on the mic and possibly the most real talker going

[@Jerich0h0lic]

I realize this is a year old, but I'm just now watching it. I love that he mentioned that he tries to be real. That's why I love the guy. He feels so legit.

[@mc9828]

This is in my top 5 favorite CVV interviews

[@donaldpaiva3381]

Eddie is my boy and my fam. We grew up in the same place. Love you E.

[@donaldpaiva3381]

Wb for life baby. Woodlawn boys

[@alwaysxnever]

Damn, I am loving Kingston. What he may lack in the ring (which is just crazy flips) he makes up for in charisma and personality. He tells a hell of a story in the ring. The way he sold the knee injury in his TNT championship match against Cody was brilliant.

[@joshuagumpert8910]

I totally agree. His brawling in ring is great though. Makes up for his technique.

[@alwaysxnever]

@@joshuagumpert8910 agree. I have loved every one of his AEW matches.

[@Johnny547611]

Looking back on this in 2022 holy shit man I'm so happy for Eddie. He deserves the world

[@johnnylunchbox1022]

Bro thanks so much! Eddie Kingston is one of my all time favorites. I really appreciate his honesty. Keep it up Eddie!

[@dacronicspotgaming6104]

Eddie is the King, I respect his craft and boy Eddie is one of the best at cutting a promo, from his time as the OG LAX to his current run on AeW , Kingston is one of the greatest. Awesome interview as always Chris

[@russie.russell]

The BEST part...."Chase the $$$$$$$ and not the Letters"...

[@MentalLiberation]

Hey, it worked for Bad News Brown. He was real, too

[@benhughey2947]

I'm so glad Eddie is getting a push on AEW there's a authenticity to his work and it fits the culture of AEW

[@josephramous731]

Love Eddie Kingston! Great humble dude. Great interview Chris!🤘🤘

[@LouieAbstract_nyc]

Been a fan of Kingston since his classic wars with Chris Hero

[@mistermikeyjay]

Remembered first hearing about The King of Diamonds in 2007 on Chikara’s Podcast-A-Go-Go. So underrated. Happy to hear he is in a good place. Would love him to get a TV Title reign in the NWA. Great interview, as always. BTW CVV, have you interviewed Mike Quackenbush?

[@AndreaSemchuk]

I would listen to the dude talking for days without getting tired

[@CT--lg8lv]

This man eddie Kingston is about as real as pro wrestling gets

[@yamokovit4440]

Here after the Moxly fued, this guy is all wrestler!

[@ThoseGuysPlay]

As a New Yorker currently in isolation, all I need to do is hear Kingston's voice to feel like I'm outside again lol -Matt

[@kingkosher6231]

This guy has ALWAYS been entertaining and seeing him get the spotlight he deserves is awesome. He's been awesome since I saw him on the indies and he's still awesome no national TV. Dudes a legend.

[@peterjohn2473]

Best by far in the business. Should be a star in AEW or WWE.

[@imtheabsolute1161]

Guess what

[@CC927]

Even with the tough guy persona,Eddie is adorable,modest & for real.

[@universalgamingfamily6814]

Yea man Eddie on the mic the is best I've seen in yeeeeeearrrss

[@jc021984]

this dude is so cool to hear talk. i could listen and invest in what hes saying even nowadays in AEW. his promos are genuine and enjoyable. i like that he acknowledges that its him "at 17 just turned up 1000 notches" as he puts it. keep up the great work Chris, another fantastic interview

[@buffbeenstuffed]

For my own selfish fan reasons I am glad he is still around in AEW! much respect to this man!

[@anthonylaterra5155]

Eddie is 1million % NEW YORK! CVV another amazing interview. New York Giants bay bay.

[@spookerredmenace3950]

love Eddie Kingston! dude is awesome!

[@mr.mirchenstein6549]

I miss watching NWA POWERRR every Tuesday night. Was one of my favorite shows...

[@MrPLLuke]

I remembered Eddie Kingston from his rivalry with Kevin Steen im Ring of Honor. Great to see him doing well in NWA!

[@mikelachey824]

This is a guy who has earned a title and a push. Wrestling and it's fans are his heart and soul

[@TheMETSMETS]

i had the pleasure of meeting eddie kingston at the gym and took a selfie with him to. i could not have asked for a better experience meetig him. and believe me when i say he is one of the nicest individuals you could ever meet.

[@rameybutler6555]

Eddie is a great guy. One of the best modern promo guys ever.

[@Hxomicide]

Found out about Eddie Kingston when he came to impact with the OG LAX to fued with the new LAX.. this dude is wrestling gold become a huge fan of his

[@artminusme]

Shame we didn't hear his thoughts on Progress, David Starr, OTT etc.

[@anniedeering6238]

Eddie is SOOO underated!! His mic work is amazing

[@mringram]

Here we go

[@relativ6192]

I just so fucking love Eddie. You just know he's a great family guy -- even though he's single.

[@santosesquivel8669]

Damn, The Old Gunslinger. After his match with Moxley at full Gear, Eddie Kingston has truly developed into that moniker. One the best right here. Love this Channel Chris!

[@tomclough705]

Its been great seeing him regularly in the UK up to now. Im a sucker for the more realistic wrestling and Eddie is one of the best at that. Great interview

[@GreggF65]

This is great you got Eddie I remember seeing Eddie before NWA in the Independent circle

[@moondogrex4627]

Im happy for Kingston !! Hes a very hard worker and hes as real as it get

[@Pearson26789]

#SignEddietooAEW.

[@Danny-cy7tl]

His promo on AEW was gold 🔥🔥 AEW needs to sign him

[@BodaciousBob66]

If he doesn’t get signed yet Marko Stunt is then wrestling is doomed.

[@TheMETSMETS]

@@BodaciousBob66 your in luck! Kingston is signed to AEW!

[@coreyh.6059]

One of my favorite interviews