Ric Flair: The Nature Boy Discusses Loss of Son & His Own Near Death Experience | The Pivot Podcast

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    The Nature Boy joins the Pivot in an entertaining yet emotional conversation about life with Ryan, Channing and Fred. The conversation opens up with Flair explaining his inspiration for the larger than life persona he cultivated through his in-ring antics and lavish personality which became the standard of swagger for generations.
    "It all really started when I saw Joe Namath at Alabama and heard he slept with a hundred girls his freshman year and I said, that's my kind of man," Flair laughs while telling the story as the guys continue to reminisce with him over some of the more notable stories of his career. Wrestling was a gateway to being an entertainer for The Nature Boy who is proud of the reputation he created while setting a standard for people all over the world who genuinely admired him for his boastful behavior and carefree lifestyle.
    As the conversation continues, Flair opens up about some of the darker moments in his life: losing his son and his own near death experience.
    With the anniversary of his son's death near, Ric talks about the loss and how he cried everyday for years after losing him to a drug overdose. "For five years, I drank from 10 in the morning until 2am...Everyday I'd wake up and it's still right in front of me what happened," Ric shares in an emotional moment describing how hard it was to find his son and how it doesn't get easier even though it's been years.
    Offering comfort as fathers, the men relate to his post loss mentality and couldn't imagine being in that position. Flair goes on to share how he fortunate he feels to be alive and have made the global impact he did on so many lives sharing stories and conversations he's had with various celebrities and athletes over the years.
    Turning back to a positive note, Flair shares that his infamous coined phrase "Wooo!" was derived from Jerry Lee Lewis' 1957 hit "Great Balls of Fire" while listening to the song on a road trip. Channing goes right for the gusto asking if the rumored number of sleeping with 10,000 women is accurate...The Nature Boy breaks down the numbers by days and explains how although he doesn't know the exact number, it could be close to that figure!
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  • @hinds90
    @hinds90 2 роки тому +1723

    "You’re talking to the Rolex wearing, diamond ring wearing, kiss stealing, wheelin dealin, limosuine riding, jet flying... son of a gun and I’m having a hard time holding these alligators down!"

    • @beeg4788
      @beeg4788 2 роки тому +85

      WOOOOOOO

    • @sunshinecityboy9121
      @sunshinecityboy9121 2 роки тому +40

      Wooooooooooooooooo!

    • @johnrose1908
      @johnrose1908 2 роки тому +47

      You might not like it but you're gonna learn to love it!! Whhooooo!!

    • @BRAWLIC215
      @BRAWLIC215 2 роки тому +11

      Wooooo

    • @bdquest9
      @bdquest9 2 роки тому +24

      Ric was about that life way back then.

  • @aleciaburch3251
    @aleciaburch3251 2 роки тому +551

    That moment allowing him to pause when talking about his son is so powerful. Production and hosts .....this team is allowing us to have a real experience with these guests 💯💯

    • @ms.carpenter7793
      @ms.carpenter7793 2 роки тому +12

      Well said, They definitely know what they are doing ☺️ got us crying 😢.

    • @batirtzeurkiaga1716
      @batirtzeurkiaga1716 2 роки тому +2

      🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

    • @davidchip23
      @davidchip23 2 роки тому

      @@ms.carpenter7793 qq

    • @ernestlewis8847
      @ernestlewis8847 2 роки тому +1

      I agree great team and they don’t interrupt

    • @christopherdavis3357
      @christopherdavis3357 2 роки тому +1

      I def cried for him 🥺 funny how our childhood or just favorites period can capture our feelings

  • @nurseypie
    @nurseypie 2 роки тому +538

    'We all have children."
    Asking that question about Ric's son and giving him the space to open up, was so therapeutic for a parent who lost a child. Sometimes, you just want to be vulnerable and speak about his loss without wearing a mask.
    Well done, Pivoters.

    • @316EMPIRE
      @316EMPIRE 2 роки тому +4

      🙌

    • @koshyjeffrey57
      @koshyjeffrey57 2 роки тому +2

      That was sad

    • @nurseypie
      @nurseypie 2 роки тому +3

      @@koshyjeffrey57 Hi Jeffrey,
      Has she recovered fully or does her GBS still linger? God bless you and that beautiful youngster. She is a fighter!
      Let her know there are those around the world that support her journey. 🥰

    • @flyaway7636
      @flyaway7636 2 роки тому +5

      Lost my son 5 years ago at 38 years old. He was the biggest Flair fan on the planet...space mountain, Minnesota Wrecking Crew Nature Boy! Between Flair & Stone Cold Steve Austin, I hated wrestling, that's a mom's heart. Props to Nature Boy, pain is pain in a parents heart, sorry for your heart ache, it's real. My son would have loved to been on your team, wrestling was his passion.

    • @SpottedPop
      @SpottedPop 2 роки тому +3

      @@flyaway7636 I wish you and your family all positive energy as you heal.

  • @ChiseledAdonis
    @ChiseledAdonis 2 роки тому +329

    This is beautiful, Ric Flair is on the Mount Rushmore of wrestling and you can see the respect that the fellas have for him! Im so glad he's still here to tell these stories!

    • @artmessiah83
      @artmessiah83 2 роки тому +13

      ON the Mount Rushmore??? Bruh, He helped build the Mount Rushmore of Wrestling. According to Hogan, he's the best to ever do it!!

    • @thewhat249
      @thewhat249 2 роки тому +1

      waaaaait aaa minute!

    • @BingeworthyContent
      @BingeworthyContent 2 роки тому +1

      @@artmessiah83 Buddy Rogers

    • @BMOsGrandma
      @BMOsGrandma 2 роки тому +1

      They’re ucky that Flair decided not to send them all to the Shadow Realm

    • @treenareid5767
      @treenareid5767 2 роки тому

      Flair is the best hands down
      Long live the wooooooo

  • @Lightfytr
    @Lightfytr 2 роки тому +289

    Damn! When he answered, “I cry a lot” I felt that!

    • @TroyTroj
      @TroyTroj 2 роки тому +10

      It hit different for sure

    • @chinoxSD
      @chinoxSD 2 роки тому +8

      Man's had a he'll of a life but loosing his son was a deep cut he still can't heal I don't blame him

    • @jacoblongoria5026
      @jacoblongoria5026 2 роки тому +4

      It hurt, definitely hurt when I heard him say those words

    • @logan-gonzales7641
      @logan-gonzales7641 Рік тому

      I lost it there

  • @chopprstr1fe
    @chopprstr1fe 2 роки тому +848

    Ric Flair was happier to see RC than anything else. This is probably the best reaction RC ever got from any human being, and RC got a wife and kids. 🤣

    • @BRAWLIC215
      @BRAWLIC215 2 роки тому +52

      You see em... said we got to exchange number's... when ric say that I start struting

    • @chopprstr1fe
      @chopprstr1fe 2 роки тому +14

      @@BRAWLIC215 wooo!! Style on em Sun!

    • @Wizz-fc8cz
      @Wizz-fc8cz 2 роки тому +7

      @@chopprstr1fe I was literally about to say the same thing

    • @newwarleans
      @newwarleans 2 роки тому +2

      😂😂😂

    • @jizzle404
      @jizzle404 2 роки тому +4

      @@BRAWLIC215 lmao!!! Wooooi! 😆

  • @jdtii7069
    @jdtii7069 2 роки тому +70

    When he said, “he cried a lot” and the quietness by the crew my eyes were tearing up

  • @lachjenson
    @lachjenson 2 роки тому +201

    Guys, seriously, this is one of the best shows on the internet.
    The simple act of sharing and opening up yields so much impact.
    Every guest really gets the chance to be themselves, and thanks to you all, we get to see them, too.

  • @repone817
    @repone817 2 роки тому +161

    I like how Ryan remained humble when he said I know your career Ryan, I know it very well. He never made himself bigger than Channing or Fred. 👌

    • @jalenad11
      @jalenad11 2 роки тому +27

      I couldn't help but think of how BMarsh would've loved that kind of ego stroke. It's Ric saying that about you! Ryan took it in stride.

    • @repone817
      @repone817 2 роки тому +17

      @@jalenad11 fr 😂😂 shoot b Marshall would’ve brought it up himself lol

    • @talesfromaafrican3750
      @talesfromaafrican3750 2 роки тому +3

      Lmaoooo yoooo I seen his smile

    • @ralphmilleriii9957
      @ralphmilleriii9957 2 роки тому +31

      B Marsh would’ve asked “Who is the X, and who is the Z?

    • @awalker8820
      @awalker8820 2 роки тому

      @@repone817 facts😂😂

  • @Carmine_Laguzio315
    @Carmine_Laguzio315 2 роки тому +534

    Hearing him talk about his son was really raw and powerful. Great interview

  • @Itsloco314
    @Itsloco314 2 роки тому +96

    The smile on Rick's face talking about getting women with Andre the giant after tearing up about his son was amazing. Everyone has their dark times, but never forget the good times. Everything balances out.

    • @xavierpark5937
      @xavierpark5937 2 роки тому +2

      Man what a comment .

    • @adamrivera2499
      @adamrivera2499 2 роки тому +1

      This comment made my day thank u I really needed this

    • @adamrivera2499
      @adamrivera2499 2 роки тому

      @B-Smoove I don't mean the whole comment should have worded it different I like the last part of the comment where he says everyone has dark times but never forget the good times everything balances out I just lost someone close to me that's y I like the last part of this comment

  • @tmston2
    @tmston2 2 роки тому +51

    its crazy how as men when we age we open up and become more vulnerable. i see my dad so open now at 70 than he was at 40. that man would barely say 2 words now he goes on talking about his childhood, his time in vietnam, and my brother who passed

    • @jarenbarbour3100
      @jarenbarbour3100 2 роки тому +4

      My mom is the same way as she has gotten older. Telling me more stories about her childhood etc

    • @DatBoyBlue91
      @DatBoyBlue91 2 роки тому +3

      That’s their way of passing wisdom down to us. My grandpa was the same way. Now he talking about this and that with me.

    • @joebruce4826
      @joebruce4826 2 роки тому +1

      My dad stayed closed rarely shared about his past never told me about the world or people now he gone may my dad rip

    • @haroldfrancis8757
      @haroldfrancis8757 Рік тому +1

      Real talk sir....I myself has always been tough/ cold when it came to my kids....now I can't stop talking and teaching them....with tears running down my face about life....it feels like I have so much to say.....my daughter hugged me the other day and said Daddy I never seen you cry and I Love You....tore me up....that's why thus show was so powerful to me

  • @LJDS1979
    @LJDS1979 2 роки тому +228

    Ryan Clark was a stud on the field but he is a damn superstar at this tv thing. Channing is pure comedian and awesome. Fred is like that smooth Uncle that soon as he speaks everyone stops and listens for the wisdom lol!! Perfect trio.

  • @220smooches
    @220smooches 2 роки тому +82

    Fred and Channing hit the jackpot hooking up with Ryan, he is bringing in the heavy hitters to the podcast!

    • @winnumber101
      @winnumber101 2 роки тому +3

      he's carrying yeah lol but i love it

    • @BodyByRich
      @BodyByRich 2 роки тому +4

      It's not Ryan who brings in the guest, a guy name John, who runs the full send podcast is also apart of this pod... thats why their sponsoring happy dad. That's the nelk boys stuff. That guy John is well connected. Like Floyd and a whole bunch of people in the industry

    • @220smooches
      @220smooches 2 роки тому +1

      @@BodyByRich thanks for that info, I just watch and assumed that since Ryan had a bigger name that he was the one with the connections to get the big name Guest on.

    • @winnumber101
      @winnumber101 2 роки тому

      @Jose Loera lmaooooo facts though bro

    • @dw13ish
      @dw13ish 2 роки тому +2

      Fred and Channing have their roles. Ryan of course in like the point man. Fred and Channing depending on the guest and the flow of the show, can quarterback it as well…imo

  • @mtownrudeboi
    @mtownrudeboi 2 роки тому +76

    I lost my daughter almost 11 years ago, so when Ric was asked that question, I broke down with him as I know his pain.

  • @AndreSlater
    @AndreSlater 2 роки тому +33

    100% of Ric Flair Interviews Tear me Up... Im glad I grew up in the 80's-90's wrestling era

  • @bfia7532
    @bfia7532 2 роки тому +178

    When Fred ask him about what he does in his son's death anniversary. And Ric Flair said I cry a lot. That broke me no 🧢.

    • @nurseypie
      @nurseypie 2 роки тому +9

      It was the best question of this phenomenal interview.

    • @mannyfresh1706
      @mannyfresh1706 2 роки тому +8

      Yooo I almost started crying also that’s how you know this was a great episode!!!!

    • @knick1971
      @knick1971 2 роки тому +3

      Me too but so authentic because such a strong man just showed it is okay to cry

    • @GameTime-yj6qv
      @GameTime-yj6qv 2 роки тому

      Heart breaking

  • @duanecuster7166
    @duanecuster7166 2 роки тому +61

    I’m gonna drop my man card right here on the table. I cried like a baby during this for so many reason. Mortality and legacy are so forgotten while we move daily but so drilled in focused on when tested. I wish I could see that embrace of he and his son on that beautiful day in heaven. 🥲

    • @e.s.7520
      @e.s.7520 2 роки тому +4

      Well said! Profound indeed.

  • @teammookie6740
    @teammookie6740 2 роки тому +58

    You can tell this was an interview that Channing had circled on his calendar with his school clothes ironed and laid on the bed ready for 😂😂😂 Great podcast

    • @woodruffv76
      @woodruffv76 Рік тому +2

      like the first day of school LOL...I love it!

    • @user-ow4ke3ct4r
      @user-ow4ke3ct4r Рік тому

      Absolutely! Channing was in Heaven.

    • @bobbyjonesjr4049
      @bobbyjonesjr4049 Рік тому

      Hellz yeah, he knew he had the right one to talk to. I just knew he was going to bring up "Space Mountain"......lol

  • @kalenelliott6874
    @kalenelliott6874 2 роки тому +20

    I lost both of my brothers and when he said I cry a lot I felt every bit of that.

    • @ChojinLove
      @ChojinLove 2 роки тому

      sorry for your losses, keep your head up bro

    • @michellecharles2247
      @michellecharles2247 Рік тому

      Sorry for your Loss. I also lost two Brothers it hurts so much. I lost my Best friends.

  • @MrDubbavee
    @MrDubbavee 2 роки тому +87

    There was no one on TV that had more confidence that this man while I was growing up.... "To be the man... You got to beat the man.... Wooooo!" Now that's a life lesson.

    • @mikeedwards4546
      @mikeedwards4546 2 роки тому +7

      ric flair was the only white guy us black men wanted to be watching on tv during that time.

    • @mikeduran5465
      @mikeduran5465 2 роки тому +1

      Wooooo! You got that right.. I couldn't wait to see the nature boy..

  • @jemetiuswade1461
    @jemetiuswade1461 2 роки тому +218

    Man this is truly become my favorite podcast. The guest list has been absolutely insane

    • @luckywilson9540
      @luckywilson9540 2 роки тому +6

      These dude are legends at this point

    • @richcase2777
      @richcase2777 2 роки тому +3

      Yes sir

    • @dr82rd
      @dr82rd 2 роки тому +1

      You hit it right on the “T”

    • @nurseypie
      @nurseypie 2 роки тому +1

      Best comment.

    • @dr82rd
      @dr82rd 2 роки тому

      @@nurseypie by far

  • @nickreynolds9581
    @nickreynolds9581 2 роки тому +85

    Holy smokes Rick had me all tearing up when he started talking about his son! Awesome interview!!!!! Keep rockin it guys!!! Much love from Oregon!

  • @natesmith4295
    @natesmith4295 2 роки тому +11

    My sister had a massive stroke at age 36 due to Heroin overdose. Doctors said she had a 20% chance to making it. She was placed in a nursing home for a year and now she’s home. She can’t talk or walk good, but is here and alive to this day. She’s a walking miracle. God is real. He had her back that day. 💯

    • @sheemalmighty
      @sheemalmighty 2 роки тому

      My mom had a massive stroke 6 years next month. I been taking care of her since she left the hospital in August of that year.

  • @111qp2
    @111qp2 2 роки тому +51

    If Rick Flair don’t know anybody else on the show WE know he knows Ryan Clark 😂

  • @Mr64chevy
    @Mr64chevy 2 роки тому +517

    I love what y’all doing ! I can’t believe y’all got Ric Flair. This is amazing 🤩.

    • @juiceplanet147
      @juiceplanet147 2 роки тому +10

      Alicia making it happen for them. She's the plug.

    • @Dreamgirl__1
      @Dreamgirl__1 2 роки тому +1

      They DOING IT!!!

    • @jonmolina948
      @jonmolina948 2 роки тому +3

      These four should be like the new 4 horseman. They can jump B Marsh like he’s Dusty Rhodes.

    • @Dreamgirl__1
      @Dreamgirl__1 2 роки тому

      @@jonmolina948 no need for violence bro 😂. They Up right now

    • @chopprstr1fe
      @chopprstr1fe 2 роки тому +3

      @@Dreamgirl__1 it's just jokes bro calm down. And it was funny too, if only the other greats were still around to get these flowers. Macho, Dusty, Hawk, Eddie, me personally they impacted me as much as Natche did.

  • @ladybugs531
    @ladybugs531 2 роки тому +48

    I can relate to how losing a child, no words can express. Losing my daughter 12/12/2021 3:15am. I Respect what he says after 13 years of his loss

    • @michiganboxing9615
      @michiganboxing9615 2 роки тому +2

      Condolences 💐

    • @steveg209
      @steveg209 2 роки тому +1

      Pivot gives us all something to share - even something as deep a loss such as yours. Sharing is what makes us most human, and I’m glad we are here at the pivot with you.

    • @jamaalthecashier
      @jamaalthecashier 2 роки тому +1

      🙏🏽❤️

    • @travisbaker7461
      @travisbaker7461 2 роки тому +1

      So sorry about your loss

    • @queen_chere11e
      @queen_chere11e 2 роки тому +1

      🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️

  • @caljeter463
    @caljeter463 2 роки тому +12

    Ric Flair: "I cry alot"... that moment of transparency = PRICELESS ~much Respect, much Love @/pivot/ & Ric Flair

  • @BabaYagaH60d
    @BabaYagaH60d 2 роки тому +108

    Yoooooooooo , Ric was just as excited to see Ryan as he was him !!!!!! That’s so dope, you can tell he genuinely likes him as a person just from what he sees on TV. That speaks volumes. 💪🏾💯 Woooooooo

  • @bdquest9
    @bdquest9 2 роки тому +93

    One of my childhood legends. Ric was really about that life way back then. Man one the realest interviews, the guilt, the sacrifices and overcoming that trauma. Living legend thank you for giving the man his well deserved flowers.

  • @Duct_Tape_Boyz
    @Duct_Tape_Boyz 2 роки тому +15

    Damn. I'm 41, been a fan of Ric's and wrestling for some time now but never knew his son passed. My condolences to him and his family. I too have overdosed twice and since then and jail been away from drugs. I never knew the hurt I put on everyone around me until it was all over. If you know someone who needs help or just someone to talk too and they're willing to want to get better Be A Friend And Tell A Friend. We're all in this together. Peace ✌

    • @Playa2Fly17
      @Playa2Fly17 2 роки тому +2

      I’m glad you overcame all of that brother! I’m proud of you! Let’s keep it going!

    • @Duct_Tape_Boyz
      @Duct_Tape_Boyz 2 роки тому

      @@Playa2Fly17 thank you bro 🙏

  • @feliciarose8696
    @feliciarose8696 2 роки тому +91

    This was everything. His humility and gratitude will continue to make him great. Congratulations guys. You did it Again! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @bishopbeve4932
    @bishopbeve4932 2 роки тому +162

    I'm in tears man of what Rick Flair is talking about his life and when they wrote him off. Life is valuable live every moment of your life to the fullest and your best ability. This is what we need to hear!

    • @urbanflavorz
      @urbanflavorz 2 роки тому

      He wasn't in tears when he was calling Teddy Long a N****er.

    • @isazalpinkerton9891
      @isazalpinkerton9891 2 роки тому

      .

    • @nurseypie
      @nurseypie 2 роки тому +1

      Society needs more folks like you, Beve.

    • @hanselbeckfordjr7530
      @hanselbeckfordjr7530 2 роки тому +1

      I’m here at work listening to this with my headphones and I’m emotional about Ric losing his son. Maaaan

    • @bishopbeve4932
      @bishopbeve4932 2 роки тому

      @@hanselbeckfordjr7530 my condolences and love to you and your family ✊🏾❤️🙏🏾

  • @Inboden69
    @Inboden69 Рік тому +4

    Ric Flair introducing himself with his name to the guys is the definition of humble.

  • @F_Dot_
    @F_Dot_ 2 роки тому +146

    This caught me off guard! A legit pivot 😂😂😂 can't nobody guess who the fellas will get on the show next. I got dibs on Serena Williams

    • @mikeedwards4546
      @mikeedwards4546 2 роки тому +4

      factz man theyre so versatile lol

    • @4HimHeartbeats
      @4HimHeartbeats 2 роки тому +12

      I say PUTIN 😂

    • @Dreamgirl__1
      @Dreamgirl__1 2 роки тому +10

      Jay-Z...if Jay pop up..it's ova!

    • @derrickmason7457
      @derrickmason7457 2 роки тому +9

      Man I’f they get Serena it’s game over for everybody else

    • @JR_503
      @JR_503 2 роки тому +3

      Shit, DRAKE lol

  • @shezpherd
    @shezpherd 2 роки тому +46

    Man, Ric Flair’s energy is so infectious. That opening I couldn’t stop smiling. Dude is awesome.

  • @sharesecombs2381
    @sharesecombs2381 2 роки тому +6

    Grief never leaves, it just changes shape as you learn to live with it🙏💕

  • @peaches5619
    @peaches5619 2 роки тому +17

    I’m like Shaq, I need to wear my shades watching this podcast. When Ric said “I cry a lot” whew that broke me🥺. Great interview!!

  • @brandybrown9889
    @brandybrown9889 2 роки тому +32

    This interview was so nostalgic for me as I used to watch Ric Flair with my great grandfather who was paralyzed when I was just 5 years old...I remembered Nature Boy wrestling Sting and Dusty Rhodes. The jewelry, rob and feathers WOOOOOOO

  • @hawaiianplayboy2307
    @hawaiianplayboy2307 2 роки тому +23

    RICK FLAIR GOT ON TWO WATCHES. this man is a legend.

  • @reginaldjones2428
    @reginaldjones2428 2 роки тому +1

    There's no1 more famous in the world than Ric Flair because he is still a Icon to the new generation as we speak and theses new cats r making songs about this man because he's apart of the culture b4 my culture in the late 80's and 90's and he is still a Icon to the millennial kids today so he will never be forgotten and it would be a sad day if he was to leave us....Love u Ric

  • @stellaanderson7952
    @stellaanderson7952 2 роки тому +9

    Love me some Nature Boy Ric Flair. Grew up watching him in the 70’s. Good guy all around ❤

  • @Hunnisloot
    @Hunnisloot 2 роки тому +58

    Hearing Ric talk about his son is Gut Wrenching. Unbelievable interview, thank you guys for this. This man deserves ALL THE FLOWERS.

  • @ricojohnson6351
    @ricojohnson6351 2 роки тому +58

    Bruh I was dead at how rich didn’t wanna talk to nobody but Ryan in the beginning 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @frankystrings
      @frankystrings 2 роки тому +5

      Familiarity. Plus Ryan's a great media guy look at he welcomed the guy and set the mood

    • @ricojohnson6351
      @ricojohnson6351 2 роки тому +1

      @@frankystrings yeah but also they have a great relationship and ric good on espn

    • @frankystrings
      @frankystrings 2 роки тому

      @@ricojohnson6351 yea
      That's familiarity.

    • @ricojohnson6351
      @ricojohnson6351 2 роки тому

      @@frankystrings ok so u said sum Fa no reason then🤣🤣. My point was they know each other well already which is why Ric was just talkin to rc during the intro🤣

    • @frankystrings
      @frankystrings 2 роки тому

      @@ricojohnson6351 aight bro u win. Even though you was pointing it out. I helped you understand but that ego a mf. U win bro.

  • @dsales2011
    @dsales2011 2 роки тому +4

    At the end when Flair said "I'm having a hard time keeping these alligators down" I couldn't help but laugh and smile. I was probably the biggest fan ever as a kid. He's been through a lot but he kept pushing through. When I look at Charlotte follow in his steps and come out and make her ring entrance it almost brings tears to my eyes. I'm proud for Rick and her.

  • @blakelip3
    @blakelip3 2 роки тому +1

    Goes to show crying doesn’t make you weak it takes a STRONG individual to be that vulnerable

  • @MarkWyche
    @MarkWyche 2 роки тому +71

    The Pivot Crew, y’all did it with this one. It doesn’t get any bigger than Ric Flair. WOOOOOO!

  • @MrJGARZA91
    @MrJGARZA91 2 роки тому +303

    Can’t tell y’all hope much joy this podcast brings to my week. Y’all kill each and every week with your guest and the convos that are had. Y’all keep getting better and better and do not disappoint. Keep doing y’all’s thing 🙏🏽 much love and appreciation.

    • @mikeedwards4546
      @mikeedwards4546 2 роки тому +5

      crazy they only been on air for 3 months too.

    • @keemchosen3897
      @keemchosen3897 2 роки тому +2

      Find real joy and Love in God Almighty and JESUS YESHUA HamaShiach the Man who was once the Son of God Almighty 🙏 God Bless You!

    • @lilrobbie2005
      @lilrobbie2005 2 роки тому +1

      bro they got the Nature BOY!!!! wow off the chain right

  • @sarapatterson6531
    @sarapatterson6531 2 роки тому +2

    Every time I watch this podcast, I think, it can't be better. But I'll be damned, these podcasts keep getting better. Man, I don't have a particular love for Rick Flair, but you know what? I do now. There's so much content online these days but these dudes...shiiiiiiiit. I love them. I hope y'all know, these podcasts are so important. So lovely. So real. Thank you, gentlemen. I love the hell outta y'all.

  • @BigD1957
    @BigD1957 2 роки тому +4

    I keep thinking this show cant get any better, then you bring Nature Boy Ric Flair on and blow my mind! Whoo!

  • @spearruler70
    @spearruler70 2 роки тому +8

    When I logged on to UA-cam and saw Rick Flair on the Pivot thumbnail I almost passed out. Then I got goosebumps and all of this happened before I even clicked on the video. I am 51 years old and when I tell you Rick Flair is as big as it gets believe me. Put me in room with Ali, Jordan and Rick and I promise you the amount of respect I have for each of them will be equal.

  • @amason8636
    @amason8636 2 роки тому +45

    My heart breaks hearing him share abt his sons death and just the immense love and pain. Ric Flair is LEGENDARY!! Dynamic interview

  • @ericjenkins9072
    @ericjenkins9072 2 роки тому +3

    You talk about iconic icons. Man oh man Rick Flair is that all day everyday. Salute to the Pivot and Rick Flair 💯🔥🔥

  • @__senjutsu
    @__senjutsu 2 роки тому +1

    "I think about him everyday."
    In such an emotional topic, he was able to deliver his thoughts with cadence but I felt the absolute PAIN in his voice when he said that.
    S/O Ric for carrying on and not allowing himself to be so turned out by the loss. It's great to see men of his stature be vulnerable when speaking about such a difficult topic.

  • @BLRRadio
    @BLRRadio 2 роки тому +19

    Sometime the best thing an interviewer can do is let the guest speak, and the PIVOT did just that when they let Rick talk about his son. Respect!!!!

  • @Tacconi757
    @Tacconi757 2 роки тому +68

    My worst fear in life is having to bury one of my kids. I felt his pain in that moment. Stay safe y’all, hug your kids, cherish your time with your loved ones

    • @Thiiink
      @Thiiink 2 роки тому +1

      bro my aunt buried her 2 sons and her freaking grand son!!! I told them they need to get some sort of cleanse man too much ;(

    • @lindaparker3443
      @lindaparker3443 2 роки тому +3

      I’ve been there. It’s a pain that words can’t adequately describe.

    • @Tacconi757
      @Tacconi757 2 роки тому +1

      @@lindaparker3443 im sorry to hear that

    • @lindaparker3443
      @lindaparker3443 2 роки тому

      @@Tacconi757 thank you. My sincere prayer is that you never have that experience. My son drowned when he was 7 years old. It was our very first vacation. July will be 27 years. Sometimes it feels like it just happened.

    • @lamontemagnifico7149
      @lamontemagnifico7149 2 роки тому +1

      @@lindaparker3443 Prayers!

  • @aaronz9410
    @aaronz9410 2 роки тому +14

    From the laughter, to tears, to nodding in agreement, back to laughing again... Yeah this was an amazing interview. Ric is as real as it gets and a good human down to his core.

  • @madryboi
    @madryboi 2 роки тому +2

    Ric Flair is oneof my favorite top-10 wrestlers all-time hands down. I love when Ric slap his opponents across their chest and hit his dance move and scream WHOOOOOO!!! Damn right Ric keep representing my friend and it's good to see that he's cool with a lot of people. Regardless of their skin color Ric if your cool, Ric is going to party with you. Ric damn near had me in tears when he spoke about the loss of his son.

  • @walkerbarone716
    @walkerbarone716 2 роки тому +91

    He spoke on Rodman. I would love to see Dennis Rodman on the Pivot. A man with a story but many wrote him off as crazy or a misfit.

    • @geniahorton
      @geniahorton 2 роки тому +2

      Would love to see Dennis Roman. That would be an interesting interview

    • @ronniejefferson5049
      @ronniejefferson5049 2 роки тому +2

      Yes bring Dennis Rodman on that would be great

    • @Itsloco314
      @Itsloco314 2 роки тому +4

      Mannnn Rodman's episode would have to be a 2 hour special

  • @Godpaulo
    @Godpaulo 2 роки тому +119

    I have been begging All the Smoke to bring Ric Flair on for 2 years now. The Pivot just landed an elite interview with elite story telling. And nobody partied harder that The Nature Boy!

    • @RaeKay248
      @RaeKay248 2 роки тому +9

      I think pivot surpassing all the smoke. I love them both

    • @veniljackson47
      @veniljackson47 2 роки тому

      And Rick's memory is on point to

  • @madD8845
    @madD8845 2 роки тому +3

    You aint a child of the 80's or 90's if you don't rock with Rick Flair! Woo!

  • @CharlesStanleyArt
    @CharlesStanleyArt 2 роки тому +31

    This was MAGNIFICENT! Got me excited, emotional and satisfied all in one sitting! Best episode yet! Ric was my childhood, I'm an NWA/WCW kid (where I first discovered him, well before the WWF/E days). I had no idea he was dealing with so many challenges outside of the ring, great interview!

  • @earlspeight989
    @earlspeight989 2 роки тому +44

    Brothers, I love this podcast! And you brought my man Ric Flair on, tears came to my eyes remembering waiting for him to come into the studio at WRAL-TV Raleigh NC. My mom took me to the shows every tuesday for a while. I got Ric's autograph one day, he stopped and talked to me and my mom. Ric was and still is the "Man", he wore the clothes and the jewelry. He was so much to us kids!! We owe him so much.

    • @drewbranch7700
      @drewbranch7700 2 роки тому +3

      Say that again brother👊🏽

    • @mikerubin3105
      @mikerubin3105 2 роки тому

      Flair never liked black people you marks!

  • @flatliners2011
    @flatliners2011 2 роки тому +16

    This needs 1 million views....I did not expect to start tearing up watching a Rick Flair interview!!

  • @amclubradio8439
    @amclubradio8439 Рік тому +1

    Hey Rick it's true we love u man u gave us so much I am honored to be a part of this generation

  • @sammckellar9227
    @sammckellar9227 2 роки тому +23

    Great episode. The raw emotions from Ric talking about his son was felt. This Podcast is fire every episode. Look forward to them every week.

  • @IntrustGames
    @IntrustGames 2 роки тому +73

    Channing about to activate his inner nature boy 😂

  • @gasparramirez5647
    @gasparramirez5647 2 роки тому +77

    Brought tears to my eyes and made me laugh. That's the" Nature Boy" for you. Great interview!

    • @anwarwallace3408
      @anwarwallace3408 2 роки тому +2

      For real I am going through all my emotions during this interview.

  • @JamesJohnson52990
    @JamesJohnson52990 2 роки тому +1

    My dad turned 70 this year, and now more than ever his mortality is real for me. It's like now it's real that he won't always be here for and with me, and man it puts a lump in my throat dawg...
    Idk what ima do when they day comes that he isn't around anymore. He's all I got. Fuck...
    This interview was awesome. Nature Boy for President.

  • @ohanaathletics8953
    @ohanaathletics8953 Рік тому +2

    A year later I'm just finally seeing this. Ric loves him some RC for sure lol......such a great interview.

  • @mjay-tz2hs
    @mjay-tz2hs 2 роки тому +10

    He bought me a drink at a hotel. Such a sweetheart 💕 perfect gentleman. He just walked away and I still think of him.

  • @nunu197901
    @nunu197901 2 роки тому +15

    Ric flair was Royalty how he came out with them capes. He was a rock star. James Brown, Jimmy Hendricks, Prince, Micheal Jackson, Richard Pryor. He'll, he embodied every one we looked at. Had me all with my bed sheets off the bed saying my Dam Name. With the theme song Dong, Dong Dong, coming to the stage. MOMMA"YOU BETTER CUT THAT BLANK OUT". LOVE IT. MR. FLAIR. CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR SON. I REMEMBER THAT DAY AND IT WAS PART OF ME ALSO. YOU HAVE BEEN IN MY THOUGHTS. LOVE YOU.

    • @mikeedwards4546
      @mikeedwards4546 2 роки тому

      damn i agree he remind me so much of james brown he had that swagger with him.

  • @keepingitreal243
    @keepingitreal243 Рік тому +1

    I LAUGH AND I CRIED LIKE A BABY!THANKS FOR HAVING HIM ON HE TRULY NEEDED TO TALK TO A YOUNGER CROWD ABOUT HIS SON'S PASSING AND THANKS FOR BEING THERE FOR HIM. THIS IS ABSOLUTELY ONE OF THE BEST SHOWS ON THE INTERNET 💯❤

  • @Bigsmoove816
    @Bigsmoove816 2 роки тому +2

    I shed real tears on this show I can’t give you guys enough credit on not only your guest selection but content provided and allowing your space to be a real space for not just your guest but is as fans please do not stop and what a way to give The iconic Rick Flair his roses

  • @BodyByRich
    @BodyByRich 2 роки тому +25

    Feel so bad for Mr flair, when he spoke about loss of his son. Heartbreaking

  • @DoJoStan
    @DoJoStan 2 роки тому +30

    Loved every segment of this. From Ric fanboying over Ryan, to him talking about his son, to him worrying if he'll still be remembered.

  • @calvinbrown8344
    @calvinbrown8344 2 роки тому +10

    Brother that was one of the best interviews that I have ever seen. You guys, I have much respect for, because you honor a legend.

  • @Mercuricmike
    @Mercuricmike 2 роки тому +10

    Love how Ric was stoked to see Ryan :)) good vibes!

  • @ImJustaWill
    @ImJustaWill 2 роки тому +50

    RC, Fred and Channing, thank you gentlemen. You guys are producing something totally different than I think we have seen before, especially for athletes. Your interviews are a fresh and you each bring something perspective to the table. Great job, keep up the good work!

    • @aoclive6710
      @aoclive6710 2 роки тому

      What happened to chad

    • @ImJustaWill
      @ImJustaWill 2 роки тому

      @@aoclive6710 I believe he is still with I AM Athlete. Fred and Channing left that podcast to start the Pivot with RC.

  • @gbracey74
    @gbracey74 2 роки тому +17

    Seeing one of your hero’s and idols as a human is so powerful. I felt this interview so much

  • @OneMwataK
    @OneMwataK 2 роки тому +2

    When you're one of the greatest sports entertainers of all time, and have been invited on to a podcast as a guest, but still introduce yourself by name with a firm handshake, that tells me everything I need to know about you as a man. Much respect

  • @molebogengm7456
    @molebogengm7456 2 роки тому +22

    Now that we've had Ric Flair, I definitely see The Rock coming and I bet it's gonna be epic 😎 👌🏾

    • @MrStaley
      @MrStaley 2 роки тому

      Nope Rock is a lot busier.

  • @30pipeliner
    @30pipeliner 2 роки тому +26

    This is one of my favorite podcast on UA-cam right now. Hands down some of the best interviewers out there right now. A Ric Flair interview wow talk about taking me back to my childhood. Thanks 🙏🏼 guys!!!

  • @mikeanderson2152
    @mikeanderson2152 2 роки тому +6

    When rick talk about his son i felt his pain. I lost my son 14 year's ago and it still hurts till this day Losing a child isn't easy. But god has bless me with 2 wonderful kids and god has help me heal from it but i still miss my first born.

  • @mariafemia9844
    @mariafemia9844 2 роки тому +3

    Wow wow wow! The Beasley,Shaq, and Ric Flair interviews are top 3 fire!

  • @Lonnyboss70
    @Lonnyboss70 2 роки тому +2

    This is best one yet to have the legend and GOAT of professional wrestling up here! Whooooo!

  • @mrenzo2004
    @mrenzo2004 2 роки тому +21

    No way you got the legend Ric Flair on. WOOOOOOOOOOO!

  • @djangog7454
    @djangog7454 2 роки тому +35

    Legend has it Channing still has his hand extended to shake Ric’s hand.

    • @standupguy8109
      @standupguy8109 2 роки тому +6

      😭😭😭..... I'm so dead ...... Ric was too caught up in Ryan,..... I caught it though lol

    • @ms.carpenter7793
      @ms.carpenter7793 2 роки тому +2

      🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @anthonywilliams5683
      @anthonywilliams5683 2 роки тому +1

      @@standupguy8109 hahahahahaha big facts lol

    • @joebruce4826
      @joebruce4826 2 роки тому

      RF doesn't know just like most of America who channing is , Russell Wilson approves this msg

  • @Lilart1981
    @Lilart1981 2 роки тому +18

    Yet another masterpiece. I love this podcast and y'all are amazing interviewers. Great listeners. Shout out to Mr Flair and his great story telling ability. It's terrible about his son and I offer my condolences.
    Great show fellas!

  • @violetlionessspeaks
    @violetlionessspeaks 2 роки тому +24

    Ric is so humble. I'm like " Do you know who you are?" You're a big deal Ric. lol A piece of my childhood is sitting in that chair. 😁😇🥲😫

  • @tomsurber2293
    @tomsurber2293 2 роки тому +2

    I'm blessed to have met Naitch twice and he couldn't have been nicer or funnier each time. He loves to engage with his fans and in that regard he's the genuine article!

  • @kentaylor6842
    @kentaylor6842 2 роки тому +14

    One of the absolute best interviews to date!! RC, Fred, Chan are the greatest podcasters ever. All 3 are consummate professionals.

    • @e.s.7520
      @e.s.7520 2 роки тому +2

      I concur...and what's best is each personality is uniquely different from the other but compliments one another so well!

  • @Zeus0665
    @Zeus0665 2 роки тому +27

    This podcast is everything! Love the tough question asked about Rick's son and his pause. It gripped my soul.
    Much love to the Pivot podcast ✊🏿

  • @husseinkassem4664
    @husseinkassem4664 2 роки тому +5

    When Ric was speaking about his deceased son I couldnt hold back my tears, father to a father that was sad

  • @nexodus66
    @nexodus66 3 місяці тому

    My grandmother was the biggest fan of wrestling and she loved Dusty Rhodes and Nature Boy amongst others originally to the sport. She passed 2010, peace be upon her, but I feel the excitement she would express as i listen to Rick today. It was great listening to him and you guys are great too. I'm a new subscriber and I'm looking forward to more great interviews. 💖✨️

  • @T--T2.0
    @T--T2.0 2 роки тому +7

    It got real when he was speaking about his son. "I cry a lot"!😢💔

  • @geocaping8326
    @geocaping8326 2 роки тому +8

    Ryan does such a great job guiding these interviews. He asks great questions, dude is smart as hell.

  • @bigtrkdrvr216
    @bigtrkdrvr216 2 роки тому +2

    🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 maaaaan, y'all ain't play'n!!!! Mr "When I walk that isle" himself, Natureboy Ric Flair!!!! Summertime in Charlotte was filled with going to see him, Dusty, Magnum, R&R Express, The 4 Horseman, man all'uvum. Love'n what y'all do'n fellas. Keep it coming

  • @brysonhoge5217
    @brysonhoge5217 Рік тому +2

    I didn't know that about his son. Love and prayers nature boy. I was a heroin addict and eventually did time in prison for selling. I'll be 7 years clean and September and expecting a second child first boy in October. I feel so blessed, but I've been on the other side and watched many friends overdose and die. It truly is a disease and prayers to those still struggling. We love you!

  • @DGRAHAM4
    @DGRAHAM4 2 роки тому +10

    I grew up watching Rick Flair! Good to see he's still around and doing his thing. Great episode Fred,Channing and Ryan!