Wrestlers Who Hated Me

[@sailgoat4733]

Maven feels like a chill longtime buddy that humbly tells stories about wrestling in front of millions on national television

[@LuckyRowlands]

He’s not old

[@graciegjj]

​@@LuckyRowlandshe's not young

[@abellabarbie]

​​@@LuckyRowlandshe's almost 50. He looks great, though. Still looks super young.

[@stevendrumm4957]

He is 46 and turns 47 in a month. So not quite almost 50.

[@lordbendtner6404]

@@stevendrumm4957he talks better outside of wwe

[@amizakk]

When Maven said he still has Test's number on his phone that hit me differently. We all still keep numbers of people who we loved on our phones, that are with us no more.

[@barringtonfisher87]

I had the number of a friend who died 3 years ago but my old phone broke on Friday. Otherwise it would still be there

[@Taima]

​@@barringtonfisher87Did you not keep your shit sync'd up somewhere with Google/Samsung/iCloud (depending on phone)? Could have it forever if you do.

[@Cropsykills]

I still have all of my lost loved ones and friends numbers.

[@joewiggins2905]

So do I ❤ my sister and a former colleague

[@Garf_malarf]

I still have my uncles number and I text him on holidays and his birthday. He passed away two years ago from Covid. I always feel like somebody’s going to respond back..

[@SnowWolf90]

You know you're a good dude when you're talking about people that hated you.. and you show nothing but respect for them

[@Wrath6909]

The cool thing is that they all respected Maven back over the years

[@jtmarshall]

​@Wrath6909 I didn't, but I was a foolish child then, had I known how humble he'd grow to be, maven would have had my support

[@rustyshackleford7265]

They hated his 90s spanish girl sharpie eyebrows. I dont care for them either

[@oz_jones]

Killing with kindness. And missile dropkicks.

[@shellyt556]

Except Dean Malenko

[@Phoenix7786]

May we all take a lesson with this man's sincerity, humbleness, and willingness to be honest.

[@themichaelnero]

Maven really seems at peace with his career - he never seems bitter or angry, he just seems humble and like your buddy on the couch telling you fun wrestling stories.

[@Doubleaspeaks]

Bruh this guy quickly became one of the best wrestling content creators of all time! Genuine and charismatic, you should definitely do more interviews too if you can.

[@MavenKHuffman]

🙏🏽 appreciate the love!!!

[@cancelculture9953]

He doesn’t give an eff in the humblest way.

[@Doubleaspeaks]

@@MavenKHuffman Much love brother! Mans even replies to youtube comments. Sorry for hating you when you eliminated the undertaker, I remember being young and being like F this guy lamao.

[@SuperTriggeredBro]

Yo yooooo u all got it wrong, Maven never made it due to his name, sounded like raven 2 much, also his eyebrow plucking was too much like the rock, due to those reasons vince said not having a raven sounding rock wannabe. They should a kept him as he was awesome!

[@Haywire_HotRod]

For anyone that says you’re too nice...no such thing. You can be the nicest guy in the world and not let people walk over ya.

[@The1ArtKing]

That would be being a gentleman.

[@pleaseshutup7053]

You just described a way of being too nice by letting people walk all over you

[@rubberchix]

​@@pleaseshutup7053no simpleton

[@SupremeOracle]

There is such thing as too nice, borderlines idiocy tbh. My father was always too nice to everyone. & everyone will steal from him but he was so pure hearted he didn't care... I came out the opposite of him. If you owe me $2 dollars & you said you were gonna pay me back I'm pulling up e day 😂😂😂 words is all we got besides our nuts 😅 Edit, my father was letting people steal his boats & classic cars, he was the type of guy to give you the keys & car before he even saw money. Wtf I know 😂

[@arrowghost]

Just like any other wrestlers, they can be nice or mean at work, but they can break character and be nice to people, especially the front seat audiences.

[@JWHvidoes]

No other person on KZbin has become so great so quickly. Guy’s a natural. Thanks for making these Maven!

[@TimmyTurner421]

I respect his ownership and transparency. Good or bad he tells it how it is and always in a tactful manner. Never seen him sugarcoat anything but he's not bitter either. He admits mistakes and seems to be at peace with everything. For me as a fan that's great to see. I hope he makes a fortune with this channel. Couldn't happen to a better guy

[@corneliussmiff2773]

He has charisma for days and always has. The fact they never put a mic in his hand proper is a crime. On Tough Enough he was a natural in the promo class.

[@spacehead4725]

Well that can’t be true

[@TimmyTurner421]

@@spacehead4725 Well that's just like your opinion man

[@GxldenReacts]

I absolutely could not have chosen better words.

[@Vegeekta]

Maven's channel is unique and raw. He doesn't sugar coat it yet it's pleasant, genuine, and honorable.

[@quentinkaasa47]

Maven likes it RAW

[@prize5ighter]

​@@quentinkaasa47while Nidia liked it dirty

[@nadie4221]

He is not gonna sugarcoat it R1+TRIANGLE

[@BlackKen_M]

@@quentinkaasa47😂😂

[@Seal69009]

I use to hate Maven. But his yt channel is pretty cool

[@CameronCustoms]

I love how Maven just randomly called Devon! 😂 I’m glad yall are doing well together! God bless you all!

[@BourbonTheShieldAnvil]

Maven: This guy HATED me. Also Maven: He's one of my best friends. 😂

[@MavenKHuffman]

LOLOL….. you are NOT wrong. HELL, my feelings are, if someone hates me…. They can, but they will have to do it by themselves

[@Rucker1980]

​@@MavenKHuffmanthat's an amazing quote

[@perpisdich3386]

​@@MavenKHuffmani wish everyone was as chill as you mave 😭

[@BourbonTheShieldAnvil]

@@MavenKHuffman You seem like a genuinely good dude, Maven. I was watching when you debuted in WWE, and I always liked your matches. Pro wrestling meant a lot to me back then as a teenager, so thanks for being a part of that experience.

[@JohnSmith-fe7nf]

I have met people that I thought I would never get along with. But eventually becoming best friends. Quite a few times.

[@rohitchaoji]

I could feel the contempt when you flung Dean Malenko's photo across the room lmao

[@Bale4Bond]

The worst fucking road agent of all time

[@raidensnake9471016]

THAT is truly a man Maven hates 😂

[@collegecreations065]

Poor lad suffers from small man syndrome

[@billythekid22220]

@@collegecreations065he really does. All I hear about dean is that he was a D

[@wingedhussar1453]

I think maven doesn't take critism to well. Yea he shit on maven but this sport ain't easy . I think Dean malenko didn't like how maven was getting time in wwe when he wasn't good when there were so many other men who wanted to be there or deserved it more

[@dvon1097]

The story about test really tugged on the strings. The fact you guys made up and you still have his number on his phone after all these years since he sadly passed touched a nerve. Amazing story Mave glad you're doing well

[@catarocky]

And the impression was spot-on, too!

[@quentinkaasa47]

In hindsight, that was a bunch of BS how Test, Lance Storm (two Canadian guys) and Mr. Perfect were relegated to the pre-show for that years WrestleMania in Toronto. Goldust (who had just returned in January 2002 after leaving the WWF in '99) and Maven the rookie really didn't deserve that spot on the card. I still the enjoyed the Hardcore 24/7 shenanigans throughout the show though.

[@billyrdeanjr4359]

​@@quentinkaasa47❤w

[@jonstefanik9400]

My friend Mark died 5 years ago. Still have his number and still have him as a friend on Facebook. Love you Mark. Miss you.

[@Errol-ze1qb]

Don't numbers get recycled in USA?

[@VeganStories]

Oh the phone call to DVon was simply heartwarming ❤❤❤

[@skyboy65ot]

When mavenbsaid Great match dvon this f idiot I spilled my soda out My mouth

[@skrounst]

Something about casually hanging out with Test brought a smile to my face. RIP Your "Testicles" miss you man. The Billy Gunn story is really cool too. Being new at something, you don't always know if you're doing the right thing. But through months of training you make a snap decision, then to have a vet tell you "Good job" is one of those moments in life you savor.

[@MemoriesofRen]

The thing I love the most about Maven is that with damn near every other former WWE wrestler who's been released, they always talk about their time there in a bitter way, trash the wwe, and it almost feels like they regret being there, unlike Maven, who's full of accountability, enthusiasm, and joy about the fact that he fulfilled his dream and became a professional wrestler despite everything he went through. You can see that in his demeanor and its why we all love him. Keep up the good work man, i grew up with the ruthless aggression era and it feels good seeing one of the wrestlers that was present during my childhood be so chill and good mentally. Edit: I know all those wrestlers have their reasons that explain their bitterness, I'm well aware and fully believe they're valid in whichever way they express themselves as long as they arent hurting anyone or themselves, I'm just saying its cool and refreshing seeing someone like Maven, who got released and was somewhat underutilized, come out of the other side feeling nothing but joy and pride in his time as a wrestler and speaking so positively and passionately about it. He turned what could have been a tragedy to a triumph and is inspiring an entire audience with his KZbin channel. That, to me, is more fulfilling than anything he could have done.

[@pleaseshutup7053]

Renee dupree comes to mind I understand both points of view

[@MemoriesofRen]

@@pleaseshutup7053 Oh yeah for sure, wwe treated a lot of its former wrestlers like absolute garbage and they deserve all the criticism that they get by these poor wrestlers for it, especially wrestlers like Renee cause of the bullying he got during his time there, but I was just making a general statement about how refreshing it feels to see someone cope with all those problems in a healthier way and come out of the other side feeling pride and joy about their time there if that makes sense

[@ModerateLeftist89]

Because he doesn’t want to be sued for slander

[@jasontodd1896]

He can’t be sued for telling the truth

[@jasontodd1896]

Wwe is a trash company. No wrestler should sign there I grew up during old nwa era. Vince killed the business

[@samright4661]

I respect Perry Saturn he stopped a woman from getting raped one night he got shot protecting her. That’s a grade A dude in my book.

[@MavenKHuffman]

100% agree!

[@samright4661]

@@MavenKHuffman I watch a bunch of Wrestling’s on KZbin and I like your personality better than most. You seem like a good dude! You don’t bury people that you don’t get along with in your videos, Greg Valentine and you have class talking about the talent. Keep up the good work bro

[@terrrell7798]

@@samright4661 what's sad about Perry Saturn's story is that he suffered some brain damage from it. I remember Tracey Brooks inboxing me on FB about it, because that's how I first heard about the story.

[@khopperrobertson2060]

​@@MavenKHuffmanremember in 2003/4 Dave Batista went off his head and maven you had a concussion after the match against Shawn Michaels

[@jcman-lp6lg]

yeah poor dude, everything went south for him that day.

[@projectpamaphd7042]

My favorite wrestling content by far. Maven isn’t bitter and he credits people for helping him. Great channel.

[@andyovthedead]

I absolutely love how candid and honest Maven is in his videos. I honestly was never a big fan of Maven the wrestler, but I'm definitely becoming a fan of Maven the dude that used to wrestle lol

[@johngallagher72]

Its probably not they didnt like you. Its more they were jealous or couldnt deal with the fact that you broke in or paid your dues in a different way. Much respect to your content and being open.👍

[@jasondyrkacz8270]

Bob Holly taught Maven the same lesson as Stone Cold taught Big Show.

[@Valdrex]

It's pretty impressive how fast this channel is growing given the massive amount of competition for KZbin wrestling channels. Good topics, production value and Maven's personality leading to success.

[@AJARyan-yn2uv]

Also people remember the young jobber who once eliminated Taker in 2002.

[@lbdjthethird1240]

@@AJARyan-yn2uv That actually is a big part of it. Maven has a pretty unique perspective on pro wrestling. Was one of if not the first to come up through a new system AND done drop kicked Taker right out the rumble.

[@tranquilo6897]

It's a breath of fresh air to hear someone reminisce fondly and humbly.

[@cinema_coyote]

It's been great seeing Maven and Stevie Richard's channels grow so quickly, both great watches.

[@LethalMartialArtist]

A lot of the other wrestling channels are reporting on rumours and hearsay with some factual. But it’s different when an actual wrestler genuinely goes into deep insight about the business and is honest and humble about it. One of the reasons this channel is amazing!

[@Iam123-i5j]

The way Mav flung that photo of Dean Malenko😂😂😂

[@chaosxcody]

Can I just say and acknowledge Andrew “Test” Martin, a young man gone way too soon. Even if WWE seems to have left Test out to be forgotten, I haven’t forgotten him. R.I.P. Test

[@cruzanstx6661]

That dude was up next to me

[@cipherpac]

My favorite big man as a kid. I was a huge mark for Test and Jeff Hardy. Great look, great moveset, and it seems like a great guy from the way Maven tells it here. Test won't be forgotten!

[@coleredmond8459]

Test vs Brock Lesnar at KotR 2002 was a helluva match

[@Rucker1980]

I loved test. One of the first victims of triple h

[@nunoarcade]

Best Big boot in the business, still to this day, Test is the Test. RIP

[@Consolous]

It's great to know that in most cases, you ended bonding with people that disliked you and in the cases that it didn't happen, you still talk about them with respect and wishing them well. You have great character

[@H.K.5]

I’ve come across people like Dean Malenko in the workplace and I’m sure most people have, they’re the type of people you can’t stand to be in the same room with.

[@kencarr2190]

Yea dean must have shortman syndrome which i always thought was bull but being 6ft8 it is very real.

[@cassidyfox7316]

You can definitely tell he used to be a teacher just by the way he explains everything in such great detail. When he says something and then says, "Now, -" A lot of my teachers in school did the same thing. It's just interesting to me. Also, I love this channel!

[@joekoe97]

I went to college with a guy who had him as a teacher. He said he was awesome and one of those teachers that stick with you.

[@georgealcaraz4967]

He is just being honest and he let's us into the world of wrestling. He makes sure we see the wrestling business from behind the scenes or backstage with true feelings. Hope WWE gives him a chance to reappear one day in the future. Your a good man maven. God bless you brother!!😊

[@Tim82ATW]

I agree 💯 percent!! Great channel.

[@ktj5616]

He was never great inring or on the mic why would they give him another chance and they did at one point and he turned them down

[@dudescamping]

You found a way to take a negative concept and speak nothing but positive things about it! Your positivity is absolutely contagious.

[@dezpotizmOFheaven]

Hearing that someone says "you didn't hit me hard enough" shows their dedication to deliver a good and as realistic as possible show to the people. 🙌

[@ScottyMania313]

Maven, this was my favorite video yet. I felt goosebumps every time you won someone over. For someone who is shy and socially awkward, this video gives me hope that I can improve with being sociable. Thanks Mave!

[@MavenKHuffman]

SCOTT…. Let’s be real. I did not come out of my shell till after high school. I spent college wondering, and finally learned that EVERYONE is as insecure as I was. I always felt others had this superpower I didn’t! THAT IS NOT TRUE. I don’t know you, or know your situation… but what I can guarantee is, others are getting the same goosebumps as you. Remember that the next time you. Are worried about your reaction my friend.

[@ScottyMania313]

@@MavenKHuffman Thanks Mave, you rock! I especially like the part about others having goosebumps as well. Great thing to remember! Have a great weekend!

[@ktj5616]

@@ScottyMania313dickrider 🤣

[@ScottyMania313]

@@ktj5616 Were you being Kenny Lattimore's big spoon or little spoon the sensual night when you wrote that? I'm gonna say Little Spoon with the ass blown out.

[@LordFerbombi]

@@ktj5616God you’re pathetic lol

[@Fatalstar08]

The sheer diplomacy and positive spin Maven can put on a bad relationship is so enviable. I don't know many youtubers who are have such authentic charisma and genuine likeability.

[@MartinKronstrom]

You show a lot of empathy and compassion when you talk about your past coworkers. A quality that could be considered a weakness in your industry. Really enjoying your videos man.

[@Diggy22]

It's vids like this that made me glad I rooted for you when you were on Tough Enough. You're a genuine dude, and I'm willing to bet you've been a blessing to your peers in one way or another. As for Perry Saturn, don't sweat it. A lot of us still remember how he did Mike Bell, so a dude like him is kind of expected to be a hard shell.

[@jcrocker2434]

Same! This is the one person I went for on reality tv and he didn’t make me regret it.

[@KolossusB]

Maven you seem to have such a level head on your shoulders. It's the way I always try to live too, to try and always see the rational way to see things, and the lessons that can be gleaned from taking the time to evaluate things objectively. From the way you tell these stories about these guys who had "issues" with you at some point, it sounds like you ended up winning a lot of them over just because you were such a genuine guy and hard worker. Which even the hardest of guys have to respect.

[@JT-di1uz]

I'm happy to hear you and Test were friends in his final years. I really miss him. The fact you have his number really struck a chord with me.

[@thejason755]

You know he had to take a few minutes after that part of the video. R.I.P test.

[@Fantline]

It seems like Malenko was the only one that Maven felt the same in reciprocation by the way he flung that photo of Dean 😂

[@QuothTheRavenclaw11]

Maven has so much class. The fact that he flung the photo the way he did, really shows what kind of person Malenko was and still is.

[@mikuz210]

I feel one of the things that makes Maven's experiences so special and unique is the fact that he had to go the extra mile to earn other wrestlers respect due to their perception of his "easy way" in the business through Tough Enough. Just seeing how he carries himself, it's very clear how he won folks over.

[@coryshannon3815]

To me, the fact a lot of guys he mentions here that didn't like him would go on to actually like or respect Maven, shows that Maven's work ethic showed them he was a good guy, knowing how much of a big break he was getting, and that he still was willing to learn to become a decent wrestler. It shows Maven is a really nice guy, and deserves credit for taking a situation that could make a lot of guys jealous of him, and getting them to like him.

[@geedee1264]

It also shows how messed up it was that guys were getting heat for winning a WWE run contest, as if they just literally walked in off the street or something,If you don't like the contest blame the people who run it not the young contestants, so much bitterness

[@DaisuSaikoro]

​@@geedee1264Stories are they Vince liked the tension in his locker room and did things to foster it.

[@Speedyreedy1218]

​@@DaisuSaikoroPritchard said this too.

[@WebofShadows19]

Humble even about people that didn't like you, you're a real one Maven. Nothing but respect.

[@Surfmus]

I remember Tough Enough, at the time I was in Nj. We are both the same age. Like everything in life, I forgot about the show until I bumped into your channel. Good content. My brother (8 years apart) we live together, only family I have left, is a die hard fan of Wrestling and watches your videos with me.

[@ButWhatIfItIs]

Dean Malenko is/was quite the jerk according to a lot of wrestlers from that era.

[@KingDurango]

He sucked anyways. Never liked him

[@bobbyincidemetal]

He was boring as shit. I don’t care how many boring as holds he had. Dude was generic as shit.

[@OSW]

1:57 Devastated to hear TEST is on the list. Getting a payday is up to the bookers, not you!Glad it ended amicably, hate to see my boys fight 💚

[@heyyoitsmebrian]

TEST! Jay hunter's BOY!!!

[@jd9119]

Ever get passed up for a promotion by somebody you believed you were better than? It's hard not to let that anger you. Every time you see them, it pisses you off. I imagine it's the same thing Test felt.

[@BlossomField91]

@@jd9119 It depends how the promotion was achieved. If it was achieved through devious politicking, sucking dick (literally or otherwise), pure nepotism, etc it's perfectly understandable to be pissed off. When it's through circumstances beyond that person's control, like a relative nobody wrestler like Maven (who had no pull in the company, was not a close friend of HHH or Shawn Michaels, was not a Vince McMahon pet project, etc) getting a wanted spot because of bookers and writers, it's irrational. I can understand Test being upset, but not at Maven. The thing is, in that business, the people who get ahead because of the former reasons are the ones most wrestlers can't/won't say shit to, but they will to guys like Maven.

[@Junbizzy]

As a wrestling fan since 1995 ...this is the channel i never knew i needed!! Thank you for your content

[@franklarkin6076]

Gotta say, you don't see many "content creators" making videos where they talk nicely about people that didn't like them. Mad respect, my dude.

[@OldSchoolDudeGaming]

Get Dvon on a video! Would love seeing you two talk about wrestling. I could easily watch a podcast of you two talking matches, DVon's history, just anything wrestling related. I think you could have a very strong Chareer in podcasting. Special guests, talk history but also infuse current wrestling.

[@EddiXP]

You are so loved by the fans, Maven. Especially here in VA. Crimora, draft, waynesboro and fishersville are so proud of you.

[@MavenKHuffman]

You literally just named all my old stomping grounds! I went to Wilson, and know the area like the back of my hand 🙏🏽

[@EddiXP]

@@MavenKHuffman I went to draft 😉 Still live here. You're my favorite hornet of all-time lol. We love you so much back here man.

[@trishaurvan9439]

Another Augusta County fan here. Work in Harrisonburg, live in Verona. Draft, Cremora, Fort Defiance, Waynesboro, Fishersville...it's changed so much, remember the wresting shows at Waynesboro High School?

[@davekirst7511]

@@MavenKHuffmanI wish I could be as positive as you and have a shred of your humility

[@EddiXP]

​​@@trishaurvan9439I do! Ric came ABUNCH. Kid Kash. I remember in 95 or 96, doink the clown, the nasty boys, and booker T and the Road warriors came to the McDonald's in fishersville by expo for a meet and greet one time. I'll never forget that!

[@WhutThu]

It's so cool that Maven realizes why these guys treated him badly at first, that most of the guys did teach him about the business, and that he was humble enough to turn things around. I'm always amazed by these videos, and it is a CRIME that he didn't get that much time on the Mic! I'm too squeamish to watch your injury video, but every other one has been A++++.👏

[@nathancjarrett]

Maven gives some good advice to young people here. Humility and kindness can change difficult relationships into good ones, but he also shows you can't win everyone over. He still speaks charitably about guys he never got along with recognizing that they had circumstances that he may not be aware of. I never watched Tough Enough, but I can see why the viewers picked him to win it.

[@2gunzup07]

​@@nathancjarrettman ain't nobody about to be kind to someone who treat them like shit you sound crazy asf

[@theblinkerx]

I can only imagine how tough it mustve been to be in that locker room. Guys spent their whole lives trying to get to the WWE, so naturally they would feel a way about something being “given” that opportunity. Not Maven’s fault tho, hes a good dude

[@Jinzo9988]

That's what I would've assumed was the issue with Malenko. That happens... like a lot of people really hated Miz because he came from reality TV, and it took him a long time to turn the court of public opinion around on that.

[@wingedhussar1453]

Maven would have done a good job in today's soft locker room .he came in some tough ass competitive locker room setting.every man for himself

[@barringtonfisher87]

The ironic thing is anyone of them would've taken the same chance had it been available

[@drew9738]

Half of those guys are just given the job through family or knowing the right people. Read the Rocks book. That guy was completely given his career. But in his defense he made the most of it. Most of them are testosterone filled egomaniacs that hate having the spotlight taken away. That’s where most of the hate comes from.

[@realsteel7260]

Imagine being in that smackdown locker room between 02-06?! Bradshaw, Big Show, Taker, Kurt Angle, Booker T, Hardcore holly, Chris Benoit, Guerrero!

[@jimmyramos1989]

You’re such a good dude. As a guy who suffered similar issues…I know how hard it is to change and be positive. Keep being you brother!

[@pedroalfonso5765]

I just found your channel yesterday and have been binging your videos! Haven’t watched WWE since like 2004. Been getting nostalgic watching all these

[@jmike2039]

The fact that you took the criticism leved against you, which isnt even abundant, and took it as a challenge to step outside your confort zone is immesnely telling on how good of a person you are Maven. I love the channel and always get excited when I see a new upload.

[@BobStallmanArchUser]

Perry Saturn was a good man with many issues .... glad to see the respect and understanding you have, i also was not a big fan of you when i was a kid but now that im older and you have this channel we actualy all see just how GREAT you were yourself specialy to todays standards lol and it's amazing to get to hear all this from your perspective, i think everyone has massive respect for you.

[@MattyDee2112]

I never really clicked with Maven the character in the ring, but he seems like an absolute dude out of it. Also D-Von is one of my favourites and him saying “this fkn idiot” had me crying 😂. Awesome stories and great channel!

[@JankoMW]

Friendships that start from immediate dislike are so strong, because it takes personal growth and recognition of a great person to be around

[@oz_jones]

"i never thought i would fight alongside an Elf"

[@BigJasonMc]

Even when talking about guys who hate you, you stay positive. You tell us how they helped you out and even got DVon on speed dial. You are one of a kind.

[@rey660]

Maven ur legit mad cool and kind . I just randomly starting watching u bc I was a fan of wwf/wwe from 1992 to 2005 and haven’t watched it since! Watching u is very refreshing and glad I randomly came across ur channel

[@alexhermanson6193]

The fact that you are such a great personality shows how clearly WWE’s creative team dropped the ball with you.

[@adan1272]

Well his acting skills were really bad at the time. I see why they did what they did, but I also think he deserved a second chance.

[@charlesmarcus7864]

@@adan1272 He did get a second chance but turned them down. He talks about it in one of his videos. In hindsight, he wished he would have taken the chance.

[@LiftaLot335]

@@charlesmarcus7864I’m glad he didn’t, he talks about how much constant pain he is in already, imagine if he went another few years

[@adan1272]

@@charlesmarcus7864 Yes, but that was only because he already had a job he did not want to lose. I'm saying they should have never let him go. They should've been more specific on what he needed to improve

[@MrSolidBlakeGaming]

No my man. Back then he couldn’t act so naturally. Don’t get me wrong, I loved him back and love him now, but he wasn’t ready. He even admits it

[@Real_AnimA]

Bob Holly is the kind of person to give you a receipt if you hit him too hard, and give you a receipt if you didn't hit him hard enough

[@derricklarsen2919]

And if you didn't hit him at all 😊

[@orlandoigno482]

Will also give you a receipt for getting it right

[@Real_AnimA]

@@orlandoigno482 exactly because it’ll make holly look like the inexperienced worker

[@MichaelCutts7]

I love how you eventually won most of these dudes over. That shows how likable of a person you are.

[@dreamsofcosmicoceans8105]

I cannot stop watching these videos you release. This is REALLY good content. I remember when you won Tough Enough, I was 11 or so, and when I saw you run up that rock hill the way you did, one of the other contestants said something that I immediately agreed with, something along the lines of, "Maven wants it." My little mind couldn't help but agree and I was happy to see you in WWE. It's good to see you're doing great, and keep these videos up, please!

[@odie4464]

That's such an awesome thing to see with your relationship with test! Even though two people might start out on the wrong foot they can still grow past it together and become friends!!

[@philcollins7269]

These stories are great. You do a great job balancing complete honesty with maturity. A lot of people should follow your example of acknowledging realities of things but staying collected and humble.

[@MavenKHuffman]

Literally the 1st human to ever accuse me of maturity!!! Lol. THANK YOU

[@thejason755]

@@MavenKHuffmani know it’s unrelated to the thread: but whats one thing you wish more people understood about professional wrestling?

[@gamerfourlife64]

How could anyone hate such a very underrated talent shame but as he said not everyone is gonna like you but still Maven is such a kindhearted man with such talent

[@pleaseshutup7053]

He wasn’t underrated back then plus it’s not about liking someone it’s about respect

[@AvgJoeWatchReviews]

That Devon Dudley call was brilliant and funny. Literally had me laughing out loud. 😂

[@haruandone]

I was really young and wwe wasnt that accessible yet in my country when Maven was active so I dont have much memories watching him in the ring. The yt shorts popped up suddenly and here I am binge watching his videos for few days now. He's really a great storyteller, a video with dvon would definitely be a golden content. it's also so nice to see that he still speaks of his time with wwe fondly.

[@thatdorkadam]

I went to every OVW show during that time. Hearing Rob Conway's name really brought back a lot of memories. That guy was always staying after to talk with fans. Always thought he'd make it big.

[@anthonypadlo3509]

I can't lie, I've been an off and on wrestling fan my whole life so I don't even know how long Maven's WWE career lasted. I do remember scoffing at the idea of the "American Idol Federation" at the time, then much like many of the wrestlers he mentioned, finding him pretty entertaining in the ring to wondering where he went. I'm glad I stumbled on this video. Sir, this was possibly the classiest "shoot video" I've ever seen and my respect for you has grown exponentially. Truthful, entertaining and still respectful. Can't wait to dig into more videos!

[@ADHDVLOGS]

If you can be nice about people who didn't like you, it suggests you have emotional intelligence. There is nothing to be ashamed of. I wish more people were like you.

[@noicemate9111]

Bro unless it’s that deep of an issue then most stuff is so easily let go as you get older

[@dustyhughes1049]

some people get jealous of you for being a nice guy because they don’t how be nice

[@noicemate9111]

@@dustyhughes1049 difference between and a nice guy and a guy that wants everyone to like him

[@noicemate9111]

@@dustyhughes1049 not saying that was maven, cuz maven seems genuine but sometimes the nice guy is the fake guy

[@Bigdogman2]

​@@noicemate9111some people don't lack the perspective to tell the difference is the problem. Some of us were simply raised with manners and those who weren't thinks the latter. Simply put, if someone is being nice take it for face value until you see otherwise. You can come off as hateful being rude to genuine seeming people

[@SakAttack87]

I really liked Test back in the day and it is a shame he died so young, but him being upset about Maven "not paying his dues" would be pretty hypocritical. He was only training for about a year before he debuted in the WWF where he was featured prominently on TV throughout 1999.

[@tafua_a]

I think it's less about Maven "not paying his dues" and more about Test not getting a WrestleMania paycheck because of Maven

[@SakAttack87]

@@tafua_a Understood, but Test was only a few months into his WWF tenure when he landed a spot on the WrestleMania XV card. It was a forgettable match although there were probably a few veterans who didn't make the show who felt the same way about him getting that payday.

[@tafua_a]

@@SakAttack87 We need to see if the Heat preshow still gave people big enough paydays, because he did need to qualify in a 19 men battle royal where the only guys with name recognition were Faarooq and Bradshaw

[@melissadolan7923]

Wasn't Test with Stephanie for awhile

[@adamshalashaska5698]

Glad this channel is getting a lot of traction and views. Maven is a stand up guy, met him in NYC one night and he couldn't be nicer. He is as humble as he seems in these video, congrats on your success brother.

[@Htx1992]

Never thought maven would be so chill and down to earth.i used to watch you as a kid bro.glad you are doing well.

[@gerardolopez3637]

Maven definitely knows how to make great videos amd tells great stories of his WWE past amd what happens backstage

[@SaviorGabriel]

Nothing wrong with you being a nice guy. The world needs all the nice guys it can get. Sometimes, you just have to pick up the slack.

[@ev3ryth1ngjones]

Maven, I love your videos. This video makes me wanna make amends with people I’ve wronged in the past, regardless if the other party held grudges against me or not. This video makes me feel super humbled and pressured me to look at my own life. Keep the videos coming.

[@kevingodfrey7771]

Dean Malenko and perry Saturn, were two of the most technical and knowledgeable wrestlers of their generation, only a handful surpass them on skill, sadly both got a raw deal in WWE, their talent deserved more. Can see why they would be a bit short with newcomers. Great video 👍

[@CommanderSuberox]

Man when is D-von gonna be on the channel!? The chemistry you two have just seems electric. Would love for you two to do some commentary on a match you two had!

[@WrestlingGimmicks]

How could anyone hate Maven??? Srs 👊

[@danielstack4158]

Totally, he seems like a real mensch.

[@CodenameRawTV]

**que Maven theme** 😅

[@themodernenigma152]

It was the eyebrows before he started getting them done.

[@howardmathews5572]

I agree. I would bet he's one of the most genuine guys in the industry.

[@FelixWyn]

Always suspected that Sean Ross Sapp and Maven had some beef

[@tonykennedy8592]

I worked out why Maven is so popular. He basically has the same personality of that one teacher you had in school that was really good at explaining things and creates a relaxed classroom. His years as a teacher has given him that ability.

[@AssistantToTheRegionalManager]

11:40 when I had my first match (in front of a hometown crowd), Billy Gunn and Road Dogg were wrestling the main event. After the show we went for dinner at the sponsor's place (the Casino) and Billy sat with me, broke down the match and explained what went wrong, praised what went right and helped immensely. An absolute class act all the way and glad to see he's still working hard and in great shape physically!

[@CarolinaBlood704]

I'm so happy that you've found something for yourself, Maven. I still remember from RAW in 2004-05.

[@g-man2507]

Never cared for the small athletic guys when I was a wrestling fan. Always liked the monsters like Powers of Pain, Road Warriors, Kane, etc. but this channel is extraordinary.

[@Rick-ng8qu]

My friend,James Maritato,wrestled as Nunzio&when I met Maven a few times,he was a cool guy backstage &at the hotel bars.. I see him occasionally in Nj &Ny nowadays since he’s in the financial industry too..Maven’s a genuinely nice guy

[@GilesHellier]

Bob sounds like the perfect enemy!! "I hate you. - now, PUNCH ME HARDER." "Err - sure, Bob!!"

[@MasterChiefSamus]

He’s gonna punch you just as hard, if he’s your enemy you better have a strong jaw!

[@RD-zx6py]

Brock took that personally.

[@GilesHellier]

@@RD-zx6py nah, that's a myth. The powerbomb was just a miscommunication!

[@RD-zx6py]

@@GilesHellier yep. What was miscommunicated was Bob thought he could sandbag Brock only to find out what a terrible idea that was.

[@GilesHellier]

@@RD-zx6pyDon't smoke weed.

[@Silent_Shadow]

I'm a Mechanic. When new guys come in out of school a lot of the journeymen hate on them for coming in regardless of how good they are. It's just typical crap for harder enviroments. Maven is a cool dude. Glad we have him doing this content.

[@jd9119]

Yeah, in my work, we haze the new guys. I was hazed for about the first 6 months I was at my first company, until they hired another rookie. We'll do things like pressure them to drink until they puke and stuff like that. Sounds like bullying to outsides, but it establishes connections. These are not just co-workers, they're your friends and family. So you tend to not want to the the team down.

[@Aj-me8mo]

Phew, as someone in the medical field you should see how nurses treat new people coming in fresh out of school. They are the most toxic people I've ever met... absolute bitches

[@jjsan27]

Dang. I wouldn't give in to any of those hazing things. Not participating gives me minus social points but I'd rather die than give in lol.

[@georgen5882]

@@jd9119 Walks like a duck, quacks like a duck....guess what man? It's a duck. That is bullying and it's unnecessary. Real men don't need to try to force people to do painful things to "earn respect." It's all nonsense. I've heard work environments described as friends and family so many times....only to see them step on each other's heads to go higher. I guarantee your situation is no different. If you had a crisis situation, how many would just fend for themselves and how many would stop to help you? You might be surprised by the answer from all your brothers at work.

[@BlossomField91]

​@@georgen5882 You're absolutely correct. Those kinds of work environments are utterly toxic and drive good people away. The people who thrive in them aren't necessarily good at their job, just good at being assholes. It creates a culture of ass kissers and yes men because the guys that stand up for themselves and refuse to do stupid shit like drink until they black out/puke if they don't want to get shunned as pussies, even though it shows more balls to stand up to bullies. When they do that shit to the dudes, you can imagine how they treat any female co-workers. They never get accepted into the "brotherhood", but put up with endless sexual harassment and worse.

[@theremixonyoutube]

Maven, as someone who has experienced similar treatment in a promotion locker room, you handle this subject with class, no resentment, and no bitterness. Talent from promotions from the biggest to the smallest could learn a thing or two from your genuine character and humanity and how to build strength to endure some of the less sparkly parts of pro wrestling and just how much the way talent treats talent can have an effect on overall mental health, and being able to turn it into a positive.

[@TheLionInWinter07]

Never heard Maven talk about his experiences, he seems like a great guy who had to put up with a lot of crap and isn’t remotely bitter or angry about it.

[@arrowghost]

It's quite a lot of history, some day when your channel grows, would love to see you connect with other veteran wrestlers either as a in-person interview or a video chat to talk about both life & wrestling. Appreciate for another great video, Maven. 👍

[@nilssonalex92]

Maven, kicking off the weekend with another banger video. Thank you for giving us all this "Insight" inside the WWE at the time.

[@chrismoore5324]

These continue to be my favorite videos. I see wrestlers like Fuego Del Sol are following your lead. Positivity even in a negative situation is something I have always liked about you. Keep up the amazing content. I don't know if there is an end goal for this, but I feel like you definitely could be on WWE's kickoff shows because of how articulate you are when you deliver these. You tell it how it is without sliding into the disrespectful side of it. Here's to your continued success!

[@ShogunJacksonStone]

Hey Maven I want to tell you I truly appreciate you and it meant a lot seeing your journey man. I won Impact Gutcheck in 2020. Just wanna send you love and appreciation for your work and everything you’ve been through man.

[@prize5ighter]

Hey, can you tell me what's Impact Gutcheck?

[@ShogunJacksonStone]

@@prize5ighterThe Tough Enough for TNA

[@prize5ighter]

@@ShogunJacksonStone thanks for letting me know!

[@mauricioibarra4505]

Mave you are a great storyteller and that's probably why the channel is so popular right now

[@baldsportsfan9368]

Maven coming in clutch once again with a new video as my lunch break arrives

[@MavenKHuffman]

🥪 👍🏽

[@OriolesFanNY]

Maven, I love your content and I can still see you back in the business somehow like a general manager. I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

[@pleaseshutup7053]

Gm of dynamite

[@DamonMoves]

Great stuff, Maven! Most people don’t realize it, but for me tough enough introduced us to a whole genre of great music during that MTV era (TE had a soundtrack) that most of worked out to and still do to this day!! My playlist still looks like it’s from 1999-2002. Thanks, Maven!

[@todderickson2435]

Hey Maven! Just discovered your channel today, and this is the third straight video I watched (with more to come). You've tackled some tough topics and situations with class and respect, and you seem like a genuine guy who would be fun to hang out with. Respect to you, sir! You have a new subscriber!

[@matthewearlywine5535]

I think Test's case was in his career he unnecessarily got buried in angles probably due to politics. Him getting upset being replaced on the biggest card of the year was him trying to defend his spot in the company due to being walked on/being pushed out of angles that would of elevated him in the past i assume. His mic work was inconsistent but he had some really memorable promos. Besides that he had it all to be a star. Dude used to get mega pops. Towards the end of his career i think he became content with retiring from wrestling and getting in to real estate. Sadly demons and pills caught up with him. He came off to me as a genuinely cool dude. Glad you all patched things up and would like to hear more about him. You seem like a cool dude as well so i definitely believe you two were buds for real. Would love to hear more about Andrew because there is limited podcasts discussing him as a person and what he was like backstage. RIP Andrew and sorry you lost a friend. Love your content Maven!!

[@KrisBryant99]

Test was always a bad wrestler who never got placed in any good matches to elevate his potential.

[@matthewearlywine5535]

@@KrisBryant99 he wasnt a "bad wrestler". He was a decent worker who got buried in politics

[@Droopy95mkDS]

That call with D-Von was so wholesome

[@IKONIKBeats]

You’re hated because you are something they want to be. Athletically, Physically, or just as a person in general.

[@sanjaimathewmampala4904]

Glad I subscribed to this and hearing perspectives of an ex wrestler who has gone through so much, hope to see you in great health over the years.

[@desmondkarauna7320]

Man just imagine been one of mavens best boys having quite beers around a fire smoking a joint and listening to him tell stories of the WWE 🔥🔥😍 what a dream !

[@grimripper1400]

I really liked the story with you and Test, two cool dudes that built respect with each other after a rocky start. 😊