I was in an airport late one night waiting on a connecting flight. The only other person at the gate was Taker. I walked over and said that I knew he couldn’t just get up and walk around and asked if I could get him anything while I was up. He smiled and thanked me and said that a bottle of water would be great. That few seconds of him coming out of character in public, back then, was a huge deal and meant the world to me as a fan. I didn’t ask for a picture or autograph and left him alone after that, but the memory is priceless.
@@TTodd8 haha spot on and what else annoys me is the guy has no clue about any of this specific guests stories or half the matches. Zero knowledge about Wrestling almost which makes half the stories fall flat.
Well, just invite Mideon as guest, give him some Jacky and he will interrupt everyone else, while beeing the guest. Don't get me wrong. Mideon is funny and I watch Takers show for the humor, so I don't mind if it gets a little crazy and they are fooling around with each other. But when it gets back to a normal conversation interrupting each other makes it annoying for the viewer or listener.
We come for Book & Taker is a GOAT, but im just here atm to give Brad his flowers. His voice, delivery, timing, etc is just on point. Incredible as a co-host 👏🏻🫡
I still think they should’ve allowed him to do the heat seeking elbow drop every now and then he would’ve had that move, old school and the top rope flying clothesline he did ever now and then before Kane used it and modified it. Taker has had a great move set I wish the dragon sleeper was used a lot more than it was when he was Big Evil which that variant of The American Badass was my favorite cause he was heel
these podcasts are so special, like meeting with your buddies, your uncles, cracking jokes, remembering incredible times, busting balls,and being gentlemen, what a great product and time to love wrestling.
He hit the nail on the head when he said these guys are so athletic, and they focus so much on that they forget the storytelling part! That is what I have been saying for over a decade now. The wrestlers are better in the ring than they've ever been....but not a single one of them makes me want to buy their merch, or hear their promos, or get excited about their character. Booker T and the Undertaker came from a time when wrestling had more performance art involved in it, and now it's all about kicking out of finishers, backflips off the top of a steel cage, etc etc. Yeah that's exciting, but I need some story involved.
This was one interview that I wish went on for longer. I could have listened to their stories all day. Great stuff, thank you guys for pulling back the curtain for us.
12:53 This is why I loved, loved the Bad Blood Cody Rhodes/Roman Reigns vs the Usurper/Lap Dog. They took time and space that had a Mania feel. There was space and transitions done right, but it also felt like the crazy moves were necessary. Ie Cody jumping on Jacob from the post.
Booker T got me into wrestling. After watching live in the Sportatorium back in the late 80s or early 90s. Standing over a wrestler who lost a match after getting fries thrown in his face.
After getting back in to Wrestling this year its crazy how much podcasts etc there, its great! Also Booker, Dude not aging! How about sending some of those secrets this way!
That was the greatest atmosphere for any match in the history of wrestling. My examples would be the one above, Benoit-Angle ('03 Rumble) and Bret-Piper (Wrestlemania 8)
This is straight up knowledge! I guess I may be that old or seasoned as a fan. Been watching since I was 6 and am 51 now but have more of an appreciation when I see some stuff like this. Good health brothers ✌🏾🤘🏽
Taker with the shades on top of his bandana be giving off Hollywood Hogan vibes.😂 Anyway this brings me back to the feud Booker and Taker had back in Judgment Day 2004 , ahh nostalgia bites 😅
Two Icons, when they talk the new guys need to listen these guys aren’t just legends their pop culture icons who have transcended the business. Both who have had 20 plus year careers and success as main event, mid card, & tag team levels.
What a difference, with no disrespect to anyone. But, a truly engaging interview from the first min. That's how its suppose to be, or don't do it at all. Brilliant: #TheUndertaker #HallOfFamePodcast #BookerT #BradGilmore
I rather take advice and learnings with veterans of 15-20-30 years experience than someone who has 30 months over me. Wrestling is always about story telling, the moves are the illustration
Talking about the new era of talent, I think what also helps this era is having such a great group of experienced producers or agents, people like Shane Hems, Chris Park (Abyss), Jason Jordan, Divari, Tyson Kidd.
I feel that the wrestlers nowadays need to have all these high spots because they cannot tell the story in the ring or on the mic. In terms of people back in the 70s and 80s, we never had a problem with talking about Rasslin' as my grandmother always called it. I remember chewing up a big wad of bubble gum and throwing it into the ring onto George The Animal Steel's back and it stuck. Cowboy Frankie Lane picked him up and body slammed George and when George went to stand up the gum was stuck between his back and the canvas. The next night George had a shaved patch where the gum was the night before.
There is a hole I see in the presentation as far as tag team wrestling, and using it to propel storylines that are on par with the singles titles. If the Freebird rules are applied, then the belts can be used to advance faction storylines as well as put aside using trios titles. Thanks for reading
I live in India, in a medium sized city called Lucknow.. far far away from pro wrestling. My older brother used to watch during the pre ruthless aggression era and as a kid I didn't understood much other than I liked seeing Taker and then King Bookah. I just woke up and saw the notification and it has made my day. Pro wrestling is beautiful when done right and thank you to these two legends for making me a part of it no matter how far I am from all of it. Thank you so much Booker and Taker, in my eyes the old-school and Kayfabe will always be alive.
Wrestling saved us all during the covid lock down. When the world was in shambles & all live sports were shutdown, it was the only consistent thing on TV that I looked fwd to every week. I had stopped watching wrestling for years but during that time I regained my love for the business. I still remember the Thunderdome & Stings return to AEW withthe snow falling to save Darby. Great times during the worst of times
Great interview! I'm glad I checked this one out. My cousin used to make fun of me when Taker would beat up Hulk Hogan. Then, when he saw him beat up Ultimate Warrior, it was payback! 😂
Undertaker has no idea how he gave peaple the will to push forward he was given a gift and gave it to everyone without even knowing legend that's all I can say
Undertaker talking about the kids not having a long career and getting hurt; that's why aj styles is one of the best of all time. He adjusted his style and his career has been LONG
I was in an airport late one night waiting on a connecting flight. The only other person at the gate was Taker. I walked over and said that I knew he couldn’t just get up and walk around and asked if I could get him anything while I was up. He smiled and thanked me and said that a bottle of water would be great. That few seconds of him coming out of character in public, back then, was a huge deal and meant the world to me as a fan. I didn’t ask for a picture or autograph and left him alone after that, but the memory is priceless.
That was a good way to interact without making him feel uncomfortable, good shit
That’s a awesome thing to be able to tell others about
Some heros don't wear capes! Way to pay it forward for all the memories the dead man provided you.
I remember that day also since am the one who sold you that water bottle
That is epic brotha. Priceless moment
Booker T's co host is amazing. Guy never once interrupts the guest.
Yeah, i really like Brad a lot
I know who this is a shot at based on the guest and I couldn’t agree anymore that dude has almost made grow a dislike for Taker himself
@@TTodd8 haha spot on and what else annoys me is the guy has no clue about any of this specific guests stories or half the matches. Zero knowledge about Wrestling almost which makes half the stories fall flat.
Brad is great
Well, just invite Mideon as guest, give him some Jacky and he will interrupt everyone else, while beeing the guest.
Don't get me wrong. Mideon is funny and I watch Takers show for the humor, so I don't mind if it gets a little crazy and they are fooling around with each other.
But when it gets back to a normal conversation interrupting each other makes it annoying for the viewer or listener.
Booker T name dropping his wrestling children in each and every podcast, liked a proud father/mentor he has created..
Can’t blame him I’m a father
He lost his mother at a young age after his father left before birth.
I like how Taker invites podcasters to his studio and he becomes the guest
Austin and Booker fight inside a grocery store is still memorable.
Two very big parts of my childhood right here ❤
Big Facts 💯
Just 2 Houstonians just choppin it up...love it 🤘🏽
We come for Book & Taker is a GOAT, but im just here atm to give Brad his flowers. His voice, delivery, timing, etc is just on point. Incredible as a co-host 👏🏻🫡
Those Taker rope dives were so impressive with his size.
I agree. I was always impressed how a man that size walked across the top rope with ease.
@@baronofthesixthday5763both Kane and Undertaker were way more athletic than pretty much anyone else their size. Legends!
Undertaker used to fly all the time when he was younger.
@@younglove3362 he definitely wasn't doing double backflips
I still think they should’ve allowed him to do the heat seeking elbow drop every now and then he would’ve had that move, old school and the top rope flying clothesline he did ever now and then before Kane used it and modified it. Taker has had a great move set I wish the dragon sleeper was used a lot more than it was when he was Big Evil which that variant of The American Badass was my favorite cause he was heel
Brad is a really good co-host with Booker T. Doesnt interrupt and lets other answer their questions before he says another thing. 👏
Agreed. Wish he would replace the other dude that is normally on taker’s podcast
2 of my guys Booker T and Undertaker
2 bad ass, world champion Hall of famers from Houston, Texas.
Man, two major figures of my childhood. So awesome to see. I’m so glad they’re both healthy and doing well!
these podcasts are so special, like meeting with your buddies, your uncles, cracking jokes, remembering incredible times, busting balls,and being gentlemen, what a great product and time to love wrestling.
They are doing each other's podcasts this is awesome
Booker T And The Undertaker Such A Awesome Interview Today!!🔥🐐🐐💎
He hit the nail on the head when he said these guys are so athletic, and they focus so much on that they forget the storytelling part! That is what I have been saying for over a decade now. The wrestlers are better in the ring than they've ever been....but not a single one of them makes me want to buy their merch, or hear their promos, or get excited about their character. Booker T and the Undertaker came from a time when wrestling had more performance art involved in it, and now it's all about kicking out of finishers, backflips off the top of a steel cage, etc etc. Yeah that's exciting, but I need some story involved.
This was one interview that I wish went on for longer. I could have listened to their stories all day. Great stuff, thank you guys for pulling back the curtain for us.
12:53 This is why I loved, loved the Bad Blood Cody Rhodes/Roman Reigns vs the Usurper/Lap Dog. They took time and space that had a Mania feel. There was space and transitions done right, but it also felt like the crazy moves were necessary. Ie Cody jumping on Jacob from the post.
Booker and DDP were WCW’s best. Absolute legend
Book and Taker were my favourite wrestlers growing up. This is awesome.
still crazy to hear undertaker talk. there was a period of time when I was little where I thought he really was the undertaker.
0:20 this is my answer to that question from here on... "With my hands" 😂😂😂
Lmao
Agreed
Man Undertaker and Booker T are true stand up guys.
Booker T got me into wrestling. After watching live in the Sportatorium back in the late 80s or early 90s. Standing over a wrestler who lost a match after getting fries thrown in his face.
When Booker T broke out that Harlem Hangover at Wreslemania against Triple H I popped out of my chair. Making moves mean something in a big moment.
After getting back in to Wrestling this year its crazy how much podcasts etc there, its great!
Also Booker, Dude not aging! How about sending some of those secrets this way!
Hopefully the younger generation will see and understand that these 2 Hall of Famers want to save their careers an make them longer
Now give it a few days we’ll see Undertaker interviewing Booker on @SixFeetUnderwithMarkCalaway
They recorded for each others shows during this same time period.. Can't wait for Takers' episode to drop this week 🙌🏻
Can’t wait till I see Brad in wwe. I think he’ll be amazing hosting and doing interviews
Bro Brad Gilmore from the Schmoedown recap is hooked up with Booker Ts podcast now. Good for you Brad
Booker T is as good as they ever come. Easy to relate to!
A perfect example of selling a match without crazy over the top moves was Hogan vs The Rock at Wrestlemania X8. It was a clinic how to put on a show.
That was the greatest atmosphere for any match in the history of wrestling.
My examples would be the one above, Benoit-Angle ('03 Rumble) and Bret-Piper (Wrestlemania 8)
I love these talks so glad the undertaker finished his career still mentally strong so we can get these conversations. God bless mark
Awesome stuff, thanks for all the memories guys!
AWESOME conversation
These two made smackdown amazing. Taker with his iconic character and wrestling, and Booker equally entertaining and skilled in his own way.
This is what I need, a good host and 2 legends just shooting for fun. Keep the content up Book
This was such a fun and easy listen as someone who grew up watching these guys this was awesome
Nothing but love KING BOOKER T, DAMN he looks like he is still in ring shape!!❤🎉
YES KING BOOKER AND UNDERTAKER TOGETHER IT’S BEEN SO LONG THEY HAVEN’T BEEN TOGETHER! I recalled they haven’t been together since 07 on camera
This was great to hear from both of the legends talking about the business 👌
This is straight up knowledge! I guess I may be that old or seasoned as a fan. Been watching since I was 6 and am 51 now but have more of an appreciation when I see some stuff like this. Good health brothers ✌🏾🤘🏽
Since 1978, The year I was born?
Taker with the shades on top of his bandana be giving off Hollywood Hogan vibes.😂
Anyway this brings me back to the feud Booker and Taker had back in Judgment Day 2004 , ahh nostalgia bites 😅
*American badass angle vibes
WAHOOOOOO...BOOKER T!! SO happy to see this!
Two hall of fame GOATS in the same room doing a live sit-down podcast I CAN DIG THAT 👑👑👑☝🏾☝🏾☝🏾🔥🔥🔥
Genuine laughter
The creator of the Harlem Hangover saying he ain't diving off nothing 😂😂
you totally missed the point
when they did any crazy moves it was important
you obviously don't know shit about wrestling 😂
He meant anymore.
But yeah I get ya lol. Love Booker :)
You mean the Houston Hangover
@@skylerpatefield1544 we knew what they meant. But yeah :)
Unbelievable Undertaker
Hearing them laugh does something to my soul. Its not even a podcast just two friends chatting about the past.
Two Icons, when they talk the new guys need to listen these guys aren’t just legends their pop culture icons who have transcended the business. Both who have had 20 plus year careers and success as main event, mid card, & tag team levels.
Wow I wish this was a longer interview! I love these stories
Two of my favorite wrestlers of all time.
Never thought I'd see that shirt on the undertaker! Lol Love seeing the real side of Mark! Keep up the good work!!
What a great episode! Loved every minute. Can’t wait to see Booker on Six Feet Under
Great interview guys! 🔥🔥🔥 #Legendary
What a difference, with no disrespect to anyone. But, a truly engaging interview from the first min. That's how its suppose to be, or don't do it at all. Brilliant: #TheUndertaker #HallOfFamePodcast #BookerT #BradGilmore
I rather take advice and learnings with veterans of 15-20-30 years experience than someone who has 30 months over me. Wrestling is always about story telling, the moves are the illustration
Wrestling is more about statements, and the results on display in real time from those statements. "Story telling" sounds so weak, good grief!
And if I was a wrestler, I would work with producers, agents and coaches as well. 🙂
Yeah when you're in your late 20's and early 30's. Hindsight is 20/20.
Greetings from Brazil!! Taker is so good at telling og storys
I love this so much. Thank you.
This one was epic. Thank you
First time i watched wrestling was a Booker T vs Undertaker match on UPN.
AWESOME EPISODE GUYS! the story of taker hitting book was funny man
Two of my favorite professional wrestlers #1 and #2 and yes I’m biased both are from Houston
Two heroes of mine.. when they speak now you better listen to them!
My man Undertaker said "flesh-freezing winds" lol... I'm stealing that 😂😂😂
I love to listen to the legends and all there memories they made. Us fan who grew up with them will always feel that nostalgia connection
It's awesome seeing your childhood wrestling heroes shoot the breeze like this.
Fascinating discussion. Undertaker's psychology is amazing. He really gets this business. It's a shame he doesn't want to work backstage as an agent.
I’m guessing we are going to see booker on 6ft under which is cool he’s always down to do a show with one of the boys
Mark has a wonderful understanding of the whole psychology of the wrestling industry. He also has the ability to explain it so clearly.
yall were always the REAL rockstars!!!! every single one of you
Talking about the new era of talent, I think what also helps this era is having such a great group of experienced producers or agents, people like Shane Hems, Chris Park (Abyss), Jason Jordan, Divari, Tyson Kidd.
This was GREAT.
Timing is everything
I’m loving these stories, man! Booker is and has always been a class act keep em coming!
I feel that the wrestlers nowadays need to have all these high spots because they cannot tell the story in the ring or on the mic. In terms of people back in the 70s and 80s, we never had a problem with talking about Rasslin' as my grandmother always called it. I remember chewing up a big wad of bubble gum and throwing it into the ring onto George The Animal Steel's back and it stuck. Cowboy Frankie Lane picked him up and body slammed George and when George went to stand up the gum was stuck between his back and the canvas. The next night George had a shaved patch where the gum was the night before.
There is a hole I see in the presentation as far as tag team wrestling, and using it to propel storylines that are on par with the singles titles. If the Freebird rules are applied, then the belts can be used to advance faction storylines as well as put aside using trios titles. Thanks for reading
..And I was waiting for them to talk about the spinaroonie spot..
This felt really good... Plz get Mark on for a longer part 2.
Damm that was good interview!
Two goats…💯
Great vid, glad this popped up on my feed
I live in India, in a medium sized city called Lucknow.. far far away from pro wrestling. My older brother used to watch during the pre ruthless aggression era and as a kid I didn't understood much other than I liked seeing Taker and then King Bookah. I just woke up and saw the notification and it has made my day. Pro wrestling is beautiful when done right and thank you to these two legends for making me a part of it no matter how far I am from all of it. Thank you so much Booker and Taker, in my eyes the old-school and Kayfabe will always be alive.
I completely agree with everything they're saying. I would also like to add that these wrestlers nowadays are less technical, which is a disadvantage.
Im 30 now, and although i dont watch wrestling anymore.
I love these interviews!!!
They fill us in so much & connect generations of fans🫂💯
Solid Episode with two legends
Wrestling saved us all during the covid lock down. When the world was in shambles & all live sports were shutdown, it was the only consistent thing on TV that I looked fwd to every week. I had stopped watching wrestling for years but during that time I regained my love for the business. I still remember the Thunderdome & Stings return to AEW withthe snow falling to save Darby. Great times during the worst of times
BOOKER!!!!!!!!T!!!!!
5 TIME
5 TIME
5 TIME
5 TIME
5 TIME
RESPECT SIR,
They really should replace the other dude with this guy. He actually knows wrestling and doesn’t interrupt.
Great interview! I'm glad I checked this one out. My cousin used to make fun of me when Taker would beat up Hulk Hogan. Then, when he saw him beat up Ultimate Warrior, it was payback! 😂
Undertaker has no idea how he gave peaple the will to push forward he was given a gift and gave it to everyone without even knowing legend that's all I can say
wtf this is sick!!!!
What do you mean?
@@charlessalazar8012 IT IS SICK!!!!
@@charlessalazar8012Meaning it's good.
@@daniel_debo NO, ITS SICK
The taker-roonie story we needed it!
We need another hour! Thx for the laughs fellas!
Brad Gilmore used to really put that s#*t on!! Suit game was crazy!
Fun fact booker t is the god father one of undertaker's children 🎉🎉🎉
This looks like a potential next guest of taker podcast ❤
Is that so?
But the random nobody on Twitter said Undertaker is a racist because he likes cops and is a republican, and a "yes man" or whatever.
😂
The fact Taker put HOF on his podcast platform....legend
Wow. Started off hot with a nuanced critique on modern wrestling. Love it.
Undertaker talking about the kids not having a long career and getting hurt; that's why aj styles is one of the best of all time. He adjusted his style and his career has been LONG
well Aj been wrestling since 2000 so he's not a new school wrestler, Seth Rollins would have been a realistic name for this generation
You forgot to talk about the Takerunie