My Relationship with Vince McMahon

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  • Опубліковано 29 лют 2024
  • From 2001 to 2005, I was a WWE wrestler, and Vince McMahon was my boss. During that time, I got to know what Vince is really like in real life. In this video, I share my relationship with him and if the current allegations against McMahon have changed my opinion of him.

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  • @MavenKHuffman
    @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +554

    How have the current allegations against Vince McMahon affected your perception of WWE and wrestling in general?

    • @jeffvega46
      @jeffvega46 3 місяці тому +117

      Still a huge fan of the product but I have never been a fan of Vince. The allegations solidified that.

    • @realBatman-89
      @realBatman-89 3 місяці тому +69

      Nope. This stuff happens in every corporate system.

    • @The_Final_Boss_Luka_Mora8262
      @The_Final_Boss_Luka_Mora8262 3 місяці тому +53

      I knew about Vince's shenanigans since the 90's bro, it's just a shock it's all coming to a head now because he's use to burying this kind of stuff and getting away with it. Just glad you got out the business with a level head many lose it and don't come back from the insanity of the wrestling business

    • @l_HERESY._l
      @l_HERESY._l 3 місяці тому +32

      Seperate the art from the man.

    • @ByzanQueen
      @ByzanQueen 3 місяці тому +39

      These are not the first allegations against Vince and the upper levels of WWE and they will not be the last. Pro Wrestling as an industry has been absolutely rotten with monsters and abusers since the carny days - but the fact people are finally facing consequence is a good sign for the industry. It's not enough, not by a long shot. But it's a step towards a better future.

  • @jackeagleeye3453
    @jackeagleeye3453 3 місяці тому +2259

    Maven starts off looking like a sassy cat burglar

    • @Siberianlumber
      @Siberianlumber 3 місяці тому +82

      🤣 that was actually funny

    • @extrageneity
      @extrageneity 3 місяці тому +29

      I was going to say Springboot microservice developer but I guess you and I have worked with different kinds of people.

    • @greenkoopa
      @greenkoopa 3 місяці тому +1

      It's not a work?

    • @greenkoopa
      @greenkoopa 3 місяці тому +1

      ​@@extrageneitymaybe the same people

    • @Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo
      @Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo 3 місяці тому

      Sassy is a backhanded way of saying gae

  • @JustJulyo
    @JustJulyo 3 місяці тому +1539

    Can't believe Maven in 2024 is one of the best storytellers in the wrestling business today

    • @raeezmoosa5493
      @raeezmoosa5493 3 місяці тому +28

      Paul London is a great storyteller as well. I actually stumbled across Paul London thanks to Maven plugging René Duprée's UA-cam channel, Café de René.

    • @pedrolantyer
      @pedrolantyer 3 місяці тому +35

      let's all be honest, a lot of these guys would have probably gone a lot further if they had creative liberty on TV. It wouldn't have improved Maven's ring work but I'm positive it would have made a hell of a difference for his promos

    • @derekprasad5259
      @derekprasad5259 3 місяці тому +11

      Jim cornette and Paul heyman are the best eric bischoff also

    • @ikesours6558
      @ikesours6558 3 місяці тому +9

      Between Maven's animated plainspoken storytelling and Stevie Richards' more technical approach, I barely feel the need to watch any actual programming anymore. Of course, I also like watching a trainwreck such as DSOTR 😂

    • @tdog9762
      @tdog9762 3 місяці тому

      Ernest the cat miller has some great stories. Look him up you will not be disappointed

  • @TihetrisWeathersby
    @TihetrisWeathersby 3 місяці тому +1351

    Maven looks like he about to take you to a place that only he knows about

    • @Adam-kn3tv
      @Adam-kn3tv 3 місяці тому +30

      Like that Keane song

    • @guibredacalixto9086
      @guibredacalixto9086 3 місяці тому

      ​Turns out it was the end of everything for Vince..... ​@@Adam-kn3tv

    • @strnglhld
      @strnglhld 3 місяці тому +12

      @@Adam-kn3tvmore like somewhere only HE knows

    • @user-mw2hn6zy9y
      @user-mw2hn6zy9y 3 місяці тому +10

      Just a nice drive out in the country...

    • @williamsmith666
      @williamsmith666 3 місяці тому +16

      "I know a place...'

  • @shawnmichaels568
    @shawnmichaels568 3 місяці тому +1022

    Maven is one of the only UA-camrs who can film a video in a car and still make the video interesting.

    • @moore2music
      @moore2music 3 місяці тому +7

      Amen

    • @Siberianlumber
      @Siberianlumber 3 місяці тому +39

      He could be in a solid white room no windows acting crazy and we still would listen to his stories

    • @MrAlpaca19
      @MrAlpaca19 3 місяці тому

      Mundo Maldini

    • @MuhammadHadid-mt4pm
      @MuhammadHadid-mt4pm 3 місяці тому

      Yeah!!

    • @thorthegodofthunder9150
      @thorthegodofthunder9150 3 місяці тому +13

      Maven can tell a good story anywhere. But the car setting isn't that bad. I personally find the road trip vibe to be quite cozy.

  • @Garganit
    @Garganit 3 місяці тому +576

    Seeing vince outside of an office environment, casual clothing and cup of coffee is such a strange look, I could have sworn he was born in a suit 😂

    • @c1dotzsxjigga940
      @c1dotzsxjigga940 3 місяці тому

      😂😂

    • @Chthonian121
      @Chthonian121 3 місяці тому +27

      Especially in a Russian oligarch style trackstuit LMAO

    • @javiervasquez29
      @javiervasquez29 3 місяці тому

      No, he was born in a trailer park dirt poor where he was alleged pimp by his mom to guys.

    • @oRealAlieNo
      @oRealAlieNo 3 місяці тому

      ​@@Chthonian121hes a putin fan.

    • @tedbenveniste412
      @tedbenveniste412 3 місяці тому +2

      @@oRealAlieNoHe’s a Trumper so I’m not surprised.
      FDT FVM

  • @13NewGeneration
    @13NewGeneration 3 місяці тому +354

    Maven’s into reminds me of Troy McClure from the Simpsons. “Hi, I’m former WWE superstar Maven. You might remember me from such MTV show Tough Enough and the elimination of The Undertaker. For the next 10-15 minutes we’ll be seeing life inside the world of pro wrestling.” Love the video Maven!

    • @94MD94MD
      @94MD94MD 3 місяці тому +10

      Great comment 😂

    • @FIREFIELD87
      @FIREFIELD87 3 місяці тому +2

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @scott9269
      @scott9269 3 місяці тому +1

      I posted this as a meme on Simpsons Shitposting on Facebook.

    • @danielthain5351
      @danielthain5351 2 місяці тому +1

      😂

    • @syncl_rity7508
      @syncl_rity7508 2 місяці тому +1

      I was thinking this myself
      a while ago, but you
      drove it HOME!

  • @braddelisle6902
    @braddelisle6902 3 місяці тому +130

    Maven you're killing it with these videos buddy. Ya got a fan in me brotha

  • @l_HERESY._l
    @l_HERESY._l 3 місяці тому +408

    Two videos in one week? Man it’s a good week.

    • @user-gc7vm9km8t
      @user-gc7vm9km8t 3 місяці тому +3

      Oh what I didn't even get the notification for the other one.

    • @dhollis412
      @dhollis412 3 місяці тому +2

      Stg I said that too!

    • @rickroberts7611
      @rickroberts7611 3 місяці тому

      This video has been in the coming up section for like 2 weeks lol

    • @iamcasihart
      @iamcasihart 3 місяці тому +1

      Maven is so fine. I know I cannot be the only woman crushing and simping for this beautiful, charismatic, charming southern gentleman! Girrrrrllll…. 👀

  • @aybanpali
    @aybanpali 3 місяці тому +250

    I just finished watching your season of TE. I think you should catch up with one of the contestants (Nidia, Josh, Greg) and do a sit down interview with one of them. Or do a mini reunion for one of your videos.

    • @BridgeTrollForge
      @BridgeTrollForge 3 місяці тому +18

      I'd watch the shit out of that!

    • @Sheenovastee
      @Sheenovastee 3 місяці тому +7

      I'd love that.

    • @MG-89140
      @MG-89140 3 місяці тому +6

      That's an great Idea. Pretty interesting to see, weather some of them had an Career in Wrestling and so on.

    • @dvsmike
      @dvsmike 3 місяці тому +1

      ​@BridgeTrollForge I would the shit into that!

    • @iamcasihart
      @iamcasihart 3 місяці тому +2

      Where can you watch it? I never saw Tough Enough. I’d love to see Maven’s season!

  • @balBROni
    @balBROni 3 місяці тому +106

    I'm digging this "ride along" story time theme, and at night; where its a lot calmer outside, is really nice. Tho IRL when im with someone and they are driving and they keep looking at me and not the road gives me anxiety lmao.

    • @MandyGee000
      @MandyGee000 3 місяці тому +1

      😂😂😂 yeah I get it

    • @user-kg1od9es5d
      @user-kg1od9es5d 3 місяці тому +1

      wonder if he got the idea from sam sulek lol. either way its great and indeed very relaxing.

    • @iangochenour158
      @iangochenour158 2 місяці тому +1

      😂😂

  • @maaniekgupta2787
    @maaniekgupta2787 3 місяці тому +136

    Back-to-back Maven videos in a week?
    Maven is on a roll. May you reach 1 Million soon!

    • @armaanmodi
      @armaanmodi 3 місяці тому +1

      role huh

    • @maaniekgupta2787
      @maaniekgupta2787 3 місяці тому

      @@armaanmodi haha
      My mistake my man.
      Corrected.

    • @Rooftop_Korean_159
      @Rooftop_Korean_159 3 місяці тому

      ​@@armaanmodi everything is good, he corrected the mistake. No need to worry 🤙

  • @mamayl8592
    @mamayl8592 3 місяці тому +28

    Can't blame how you feel. Vince had to be a person at minimum you respected. And if the allegations are true, it damages the legacy he created, and the business as a whole.

  • @Yukari_MAiG
    @Yukari_MAiG 3 місяці тому +88

    He sounds like a tough but understanding boss. Really a shame about what’s coming up right now, that sucks. Thank you for sharing this with us Maven.

    • @dieptrieu6564
      @dieptrieu6564 3 місяці тому

      As long as you are not female, lol

    • @davidsmock8235
      @davidsmock8235 3 місяці тому +15

      That's an interesting perspective, and one that Maven seems to share. I think Vince came across as a callous shithead.

    • @RyanCT89
      @RyanCT89 3 місяці тому +10

      This. Almost all of the interviews I’ve seen from former wrestlers whether they be low, midcarder, maineventer, whatever, emphasize Vince’s fairness and open door policy. Sure he was a control freak that ran a tight ship but that’s business. WWE is the cream of the crop and you’re expected to perform at a high level every night. Tough yet understanding is the impression I get from everyone that talks about the man.

    • @jaygo8917
      @jaygo8917 3 місяці тому +5

      ​@davidsmock8235 maven seems like he maybe a conservative leaning dude so I'm not surprised he nor going at vince .good ole boys club.

    • @primelason
      @primelason 3 місяці тому

      They are allegations. Don’t jump to conclusions. Only thing proven to me is McMahon is a pervert…. Maybe the chick was too, maybe not. Wait and see before condemning anyone

  • @SedraShelova-cc3dx
    @SedraShelova-cc3dx 3 місяці тому +91

    Your videos are a breath of fresh air, always enjoy watching

  • @sychobones3788
    @sychobones3788 3 місяці тому +46

    Legit whenever there's a new maven video uploaded I stop what I'm doin and play it!

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +23

      🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 if only EVERYONE had that same mindset 😂

    • @sychobones3788
      @sychobones3788 3 місяці тому +4

      I'm deff not alone! You're a true inspiration brother@@MavenKHuffman

  • @FozzQuaker
    @FozzQuaker 3 місяці тому +53

    Fair play Mave, thats a good honest view and your telling us from your POV, I respect that...
    Am I right in saying when you lost your mom Maven, Vinces mom passed around the same time, but him taking time to contact you was a touch of class, showed that despite what we see he does have a heart somewhere...
    Anyway, my opinion on Vince and WWE in general is not really a good one, I dont really like the culture of working when injured and I dont like the unwritten rule of finishing matches with when you suffer a serious injury, take your leg for example, you could have messed it up even more, I get the whole wanting to look tough, wanting to look hard, but if you never came back from a serious, would they continue signing checks for you if you were permanantly injured, they have a basic duty of care to the wrestlers and Chris Benoit is a perfect example of a failure in duty of care, which I wont go into right now.
    Vince McMahon was so concerned about becoming number 1 that he lost sight of a few things along the way, he was so ruthless that he fostered an attitude that stopping when injured is seen as weak for example...
    Mr McMahon on the other hand, probably the greatest heel in the of the business, but Vince McMahon out the ring, a morally reprehensible man, a predator, an abuser who would stomp over anybody and not think twice about what he was doing to hurt someone...
    He also has a habit of shafting people, he ran every Territory away, and hes been known to shaft people financially, I'm sure I read somewhere that he ripped Stu Hart off when Stsmpede was sold, Vince apparantly decided he wasn't going to pay anymore

  • @magiusfantasia5506
    @magiusfantasia5506 3 місяці тому +26

    Hey Maven. I want you to know that your channel has quickly become one of my absolute favorites to tune in to at the end of the day. Your honesty, humility, your over all being is really something I really try to learn from. I appreciate so much how you always talk about things that others would probably avoid for fear of being frowned on, or looked down on. If there's anything this video should reminds us about is that its this: There's nothing in this world that is as simple as black and white. Right and wrong. There are thousands, millions, probably billions of shades of gray in between. Vince has done some truly amazing things in the past. Still, it is this same individual who committed these absolutely horrible, atrocious and unforgivable acts. It makes absolute sense that in light of recent events, how some people who knew Vince closer, or worked with him on a daily basis would have very conflicting, difficult feelings. But again, I am so grateful that you found it in yourself to be able to give your personal experience on what he was like then, and how you feel now. I feel like a lot of statements and comments I've seen so far had been so vague, that it felt like it went in one ear and out the other for me. But your video really sticks because it really speaks volumes about just how complex most of our feelings are. Thanks again man. Grew up watching you in the ring. It's a true blessing to watch you 20 something years later on youtube.

  • @itsOasus
    @itsOasus 3 місяці тому +26

    There's a line from Star Trek The Next Generation, an episode called "The Drumhead". Towards the end Captain Picard said "Villains who twirl their mustaches are easy to spot. Those who clothe themselves in good deeds are well camouflaged." And I think that that applies in this situation. Of course Vince wouldn't show to you that he had this other side of him. Otherwise, people wouldn't want to do business with him.
    So with saying that, I definitely don't blame you for any of your interactions with Vince, and I don't think that anyone else should either. Of course, that's just my opinion, people are welcome to theirs.
    Hope you see this and that this makes sense. Keep up the good work!

    • @harvardsmithdeangelo6905
      @harvardsmithdeangelo6905 3 місяці тому +3

      Star Dreck was always crap

    • @Joecbg100
      @Joecbg100 3 місяці тому

      ​@@harvardsmithdeangelo6905
      Shut your mouth

    • @Joecbg100
      @Joecbg100 3 місяці тому +5

      A wise comparison

    • @williamsmith666
      @williamsmith666 3 місяці тому +2

      ​@harvardsmithdeangelo6905 You spelled "Wars" wrong.

    • @DragonZombie2000
      @DragonZombie2000 3 місяці тому

      Get back to me when he's charged with a crime

  • @iasknoonewithkevin
    @iasknoonewithkevin 3 місяці тому +2

    Thank you, Maven. I love how much you own that missed dropkick, or subdued match with CN. My twin brother and I turn 36 tomorrow, live thousands of miles apart, and we vibe and smile over your content. Would love to someday connect with you on life, music, and mental health. Much love from your pal in Buffalo, NY. Kev

  • @xxfloppypillowxx
    @xxfloppypillowxx 3 місяці тому +36

    I got to say I appreciate your willingness to accept the evidence against someone even when it contradicts your experience with him. Often when situations come to light people tend to go "That's not the person I knew" which to a certain extent you also do but you then follow it up with "but I understand that there is evidence that says he was another person as well". People tend to want to believe that their view of a person is the whole story when in reality that is very rarely the case. My stepdad growing up always seemed like a perfectly caring, albeit flawed individual who rarely had anger issues, he smoked but he didn't really drink much, and while we did get spanked (we were 90s kids) it wasn't maliciously or excessively imo. In the last few years of his life we did end up having an argument that ended in me resenting him due to how he left things when him and my mom split but overall I still thought he was a decent person. Many years after his death I found out that during those years of growing up with him that he had been sexually abusing one of my sisters, up until that point I had no idea. My experience with him was one that has had an impact on who I am as a person, I remember playing Rock and Roll racing and Mortal Kombat on the SEGA genesis with him, I remember when he picked up a SEGA saturn and a bunch of games when the Saturn turned out to be a bust and all the games ended up being cheap as hell, I remember when we got a Playstation 1 and playing twisted metal 3 and 4 with him, I also remember when he and my mom split and I found out that he had gotten a playstation 2 and he had gotten Twisted Metal Black and feeling upset because I was missing out because at this point I wasn't talking to him anymore but one of my sisters (not the one who was sexually abused) would still go visit him on the weekends and she told me. Gaming has always been and will always be a big part of who I am and he is partially responsible for that. With that being said, I know that he was a monster and I'm glad that I didn't know then what I know now because if I knew then what I knew now I would be in prison because I would have killed him myself. I am incredibly protective of my sisters and will not standby while they are hurt. People can be two different people depending on your view but it's important to realize that you're only seeing part of who that person is.

    • @Brewbaby69
      @Brewbaby69 3 місяці тому

      Dude I'm so sorry you went through that. If your step-dad was still alive and you confronted him, I'm sure he would've gladly would have diddled your lady parts as well so you wouldnt be such a jealous bitch who sits down when he pees.
      Why did your sister wait until he was dead to make it known that she was being abused? You, your mother, other siblings, other family members never saw any red flags or grew suspicious? Did his other victims come forward? Anecdots blind common sense.
      What you're saying is, Never trust your own gut feelings and personal experiences, believe all accusations made, guilty until proven innocent and even if they're proven inocent we will still treat them as if they're guilty, publicly disavow person as if they've already been found guilty while also pretending that you have personally seen all the physical evidence and know more about it than everyone else.

    • @honeyosweet3877
      @honeyosweet3877 2 місяці тому

      You sound like a great big sister

    • @xxfloppypillowxx
      @xxfloppypillowxx 2 місяці тому

      @@honeyosweet3877 I'm an even better big brother :P

    • @robertosantibanez
      @robertosantibanez Місяць тому

      Like that you touch the subject, because is something that is becoming rare now days. We need people to learn and want to be more transparent and genuine to who they are with everyone. We will never know the extent of why people do things that seems so out-of-character, but we can push to know more of someone. People can work so hard to develop a relationship, but they can also be capable of destroying one in seconds.

  • @miniman2132
    @miniman2132 3 місяці тому +10

    I had been hearing from a lot of people that your UA-cam Channel was top tier, but hadn’t checked it out until now and .. yeah. This is great, I’m a subscriber.
    And thanks for being a part of my childhood.

  • @Captain_Insano_Shows_No_Mercy
    @Captain_Insano_Shows_No_Mercy 3 місяці тому +13

    I haven’t sat down and watched WWE in forever. But I really love listening to your stories and personal experiences with wrestlers that I may like or dislike. I hope you keep doing what you’re doing ✌🏻

  • @luisleon40
    @luisleon40 3 місяці тому +7

    Another Maven video !!! Hell yeah just in time to watch during my lunch break .

  • @lancecarter5722
    @lancecarter5722 3 місяці тому +3

    I cant tell you enough how much inenjoy your videos. I grew up watching you in the WWE. Im so glad you have this channel to share your thoughts and experiences. Thank you and i cant wait for more

  • @Sam-wc7uo
    @Sam-wc7uo 3 місяці тому +6

    Love your content, Maven. It's always a good feeling when I see you upload a new video, thank you!

  • @i5C0R3Pi0N
    @i5C0R3Pi0N 3 місяці тому +15

    My perception of WWE hasn't changed much, Vince is definitely a creative genius but you can't be blessed with having a few curses that will take over eventually if you can't keep your demons in check. The issue is also that every big and important company suffers from these issues, it's just ppl tend to look away and try to let it rest. It just happens to be wrestlings time to expose those important figures in the upper echelon. Everything gets a return, karma is real in that sense.
    I mean all the wrestling fans with a bit of a brain inside their skull know that Vince is a absolute madman. He created insane storylines, had even more so insane ideas (incest with Steph, etc) and what not, but he also created some memorable things that will be in wrestling history forever. I do wish for the victims to find their inner peace and start living again free from all those burdens that Vince has created for a vast amount of time.
    But I also gotta that it didnt' really took me by surprise, nor did it shock me as it has shocked other people. Since Vinces departure I heard other wrestlers saying that the locker room is more relaxing now and everything seems more cooler than back in the days. Like the climate in the workplace has changed for the better and what not.
    In any case, you have a healthy and honest attitude towards the whole thing, Maven. Unlike other wrestlers who still call him a friend and smile and ignore the overwhelming evidence. Friendship or not, you have to draw the line somewhere otherwise you're no better. On the contrary, you are basically the same as your friend.

  • @Oceanatornowk
    @Oceanatornowk 3 місяці тому +77

    Maven I get why you gave the disclaimer about how you had some good interactions with Vince, but I don't think you should feel too guilty. We often times imagine abusers as either super creepy guys or like a hyper aggressive asshole, but it's not uncommon for abusers to be extra charming to those they are not abusing. It makes it even harder for the victim to get help as it's harder to believe the victim when the abuser is such a "nice" person to others. I appreciate that you do your best to center the focus on the victims throughout your input on this.

    • @richardy2071
      @richardy2071 3 місяці тому +9

      Innocent until proven guilty. Don't paint that brush until the case is over

    • @coryvallad7578
      @coryvallad7578 3 місяці тому

      I think text messages is enough proof lol​@richardy2071

    • @theemagicalgurl
      @theemagicalgurl 3 місяці тому

      This.

    • @oscarx-ray3545
      @oscarx-ray3545 3 місяці тому +7

      ​@@richardy2071 "Innocent until proven guilty" applies to the burden of proof required in law to convict someone of a crime and to allow the state to remove certain rights from that person. There must be a high bar when someone's liberty, rights, and possibly even life are at stake. That doesn't apply to individuals who can absolutely know that someone is a creepy, degenerate, abuser, and judge the person accordingly as we don't have the authority to deny them their rights.

    • @lsj6721
      @lsj6721 3 місяці тому

      @@oscarx-ray3545here is the thing though… a lot of those things were consensual. If those alleged in the complaint are not consensual, that is already rape, and no NDA can cover that, yet here are the accusers just asking for payment, while they can all go for punishment and and payment.
      All those people are much more concerned about the NDA over the fact that they were “victimised.”

  • @stuartfilby2358
    @stuartfilby2358 3 місяці тому

    I appreciate the honesty in this video and i enjoy your content.
    I do think you let yourself down commenting that you heard rumours but ignored them as they didn't involve you.
    Evil triumphs if good people do nothing is a common phrase that's easy to say and hard to act on.
    Faced with the same situation most of us may have done the same as you, and you could legitimately ask what could you have done. I don't know, i wasn't there. You'll know.
    However you didn't comment on whether you wished you'd stood up at that point. You seem a good man and i hope you have some regrets and are asking yourself could i have done something.
    What I do believe is that some leaders in the locker room did hear those rumours and did do nothing. The Rock, Austin, Cena, Undertaker, Kane - my favourite wrestlers all did nothing and that tarnishes them for me.

  • @PotatoEevee
    @PotatoEevee 3 місяці тому +40

    To be honest: Wrestling is not my thing yet Maven is so sweet and humble and a joy to watch, so I keep watching it. Also giving all the money from life streams to charity is something I really appreciate.
    Thank you for being such a nice human being, Maven!

    • @erikgilson1687
      @erikgilson1687 3 місяці тому +1

      I'm curious, how did you get interested in watching Maven discuss wrestling? If I wasn't a wrestling fan I probably would have skipped right over his first few videos just from the title

    • @PotatoEevee
      @PotatoEevee 3 місяці тому +2

      @@erikgilson1687 I guess the first video I saw was the one about the tricks like getting color and I found it interesting for some reason and I liked the way Maven talked. There is something about him that I liked, maybe its just sympathy.

    • @erikgilson1687
      @erikgilson1687 3 місяці тому +2

      @@PotatoEevee Cool! Yeah it's a really fascinating and bizarre subculture even if you're not interested in actually watching the wrestling itself

    • @PotatoEevee
      @PotatoEevee 3 місяці тому

      @@erikgilson1687 indeed I learned a lot about things I never knew even existed and thats something I am grateful for

  • @AsianSignGuyCena
    @AsianSignGuyCena 3 місяці тому +7

    I respect how you handled your response to your relationship with McMahon and with the current situation going on. much love and respect and always enjoy your content!

  • @marc_nerdypassion
    @marc_nerdypassion 3 місяці тому +2

    Simply the best wrestling content on UA-cam. Very relaxing car ride listening to your story.

  • @willking9662
    @willking9662 3 місяці тому +9

    Maven... props to you my man. You seem like a genuinely good dude!!!!

  • @jonathancoleman6482
    @jonathancoleman6482 3 місяці тому +21

    Maven gonna get to a million subs soon

  • @Jdogg51
    @Jdogg51 3 місяці тому +2

    Maven's optimization on everything is very calming and pleasant. I always look forward to Maven's videos 📹 🎥

  • @melissaroszkowski8911
    @melissaroszkowski8911 3 місяці тому +8

    I really appreciate how you've spoken on this. You acknowledged the good he did for your life. But you didn't shy away from his evil and the people he hurt. As a survivor of rhis type of abuse, thank you.

  • @joeadrianmendoza
    @joeadrianmendoza 3 місяці тому +4

    Ever since I subscribed to your channel you have single handedly reinvigorated my love for wrestling… Thanks brother!!! 🙏🏼

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +2

      That just made me smile… thank you for sharing

  • @loosegamer6278
    @loosegamer6278 3 місяці тому +5

    im glad you became a youtuber after wrestling your presence is needed here

  • @Illusivem8ne
    @Illusivem8ne 3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your story Maven. Your turning out to be one of my favorite UA-camrs out there ❤

  • @Bpdkarl
    @Bpdkarl 2 місяці тому

    Going through some tough times in life atm maven your videos are bringing light into these dark days..thank you

  • @chriswilson3126
    @chriswilson3126 3 місяці тому +7

    The in car format is great! Changing it up works well.

  • @PabloAZ94
    @PabloAZ94 2 місяці тому +4

    This dude is fascinating to listen to, also so incredibly reasonable and sensible compared to similar people in his position who chose to grift after their wrestling careers

  • @amarikimble-coker4204
    @amarikimble-coker4204 3 місяці тому +2

    What an ending to the video Maven!! ROUND OF APPLAUSE! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 GREAT VIDEO!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @QuantumXX7
    @QuantumXX7 Місяць тому

    Your videos are so informative, and the way you interact with your audience is so proffesional, yet it seems like being at such a personal and honest level. You have my deepest respect, and I really wish that someday I will have the honor of meeting you or getting the chance to talk with you.

  • @EastyyBlogspot
    @EastyyBlogspot 3 місяці тому +17

    Honky tonk man said about vince that he would see wrestlers as toys that he would play with them and when he got bored would cut them loose but there would be toys that he kept and try to fix them if broken and keep bringing them back.

    • @MikeyMike-uu3fe
      @MikeyMike-uu3fe 3 місяці тому +5

      Marty Janetty fits EXACTLY what you just said
      -broken toy
      -brought back about 6x

    • @EastyyBlogspot
      @EastyyBlogspot 3 місяці тому +5

      @@MikeyMike-uu3fe I heard a similar thing with Jake the snake to

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +10

      I can see and understand that sentiment

  • @marcushopkins8558
    @marcushopkins8558 3 місяці тому +9

    Fridays : waiting for that next maven banger to drop!

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +4

      I love that Fridays offer people a bit of a break

  • @eazyelias
    @eazyelias 3 місяці тому +9

    Man I wish I could go back to when I was a youngin watching ur matches ! Lovin these videos my man 🙌🏽❤️

  • @RealMattKiefer
    @RealMattKiefer 3 місяці тому +5

    DUDE I LOVE THESE STORIES!!!!!!
    THIS IS THE BEST WRESTLER CHANNEL ON UA-cam!!!!!
    THANKS MAVEN!!!!!

  • @The_Final_Boss_Luka_Mora8262
    @The_Final_Boss_Luka_Mora8262 3 місяці тому +24

    Maven you've got some of the best content, so glad I subscribed, so glad you got out of the business with all your sanity. Loved Vince's creativity and passion but he overworked a lot of the workers and didn't give them enough slack which threw many off the edge I mean working on the road 350 days a year is too much and I will never forgive Vince for letting the show go on after Owen's fall, after everything he gave to the company shoed he had no respect for his workers

  • @McFarlaneDragonClan
    @McFarlaneDragonClan 3 місяці тому +6

    All you can do really! Totally agree. Thanks Maven your awesome. You're a good hearted dude. Very wise words my guy. Your mother would be proud of you bless her heart 🙏🏻

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +5

      Thank you for saying that. It makes me happy to think she would approve. Trust me, she thought I was an idiot… but loved that about me

  • @wmnoe
    @wmnoe 3 місяці тому

    I just want to say thanks for sharing your memories and your opinions in such a frank and adult manner. I've been loving your videos and your unique approach. Thanks for everything and best of luck in all your futures!

  • @bobbyhughes2553
    @bobbyhughes2553 3 місяці тому

    I don't generally comment on videos, why be one of a thousand, but this video hit a spot I can't explain. I completely understand where you're coming from, and I respect everything you said. This video hits me as honest as I've ever seen. Thank you very much.

  • @TylerJosephSmith
    @TylerJosephSmith 3 місяці тому +94

    I would love to see Maven return to WWE.

    • @TheSleepa86
      @TheSleepa86 3 місяці тому +18

      I would've bet money he was gonna be a surprise entrant in the rumble this year

    • @primetimemonkyhours743
      @primetimemonkyhours743 3 місяці тому +2

      @@TheSleepa86same

    • @thorthegodofthunder9150
      @thorthegodofthunder9150 3 місяці тому +1

      ​@@TheSleepa86 I doubt he'll return as a competitor.

    • @TheSleepa86
      @TheSleepa86 3 місяці тому

      @@thorthegodofthunder9150 me too..

    • @OmegaBrandonXD
      @OmegaBrandonXD 3 місяці тому +6

      Would love to see him be a commentator

  • @BenniRoR
    @BenniRoR 2 місяці тому +1

    Maven, you're a great storyteller and such a good soul! I love hearing your stories about the business and what you experienced when working for WWE. Keep it up!

  • @Troutfisch
    @Troutfisch 3 місяці тому

    Truly enjoy your perspective on all things wrestling Maven. You always come across very humble and grounded while giving your thoughts on both past and current events. Hope your channel continues to grow and sees even more success, you deserve it!

  • @Dixon_Cider
    @Dixon_Cider 3 місяці тому +364

    Maven, I bet you $100 that one of Vince’s sex toys was named “The Big Show” 😭

    • @greenkoopa
      @greenkoopa 3 місяці тому +49

      Big Boss Man
      Big John Studd
      ShockMaster
      King Kong Bundy
      Andre the Giant 💀
      Ok I'm done

    • @shortshins
      @shortshins 3 місяці тому +40

      The big red machine

    • @MrAlpaca19
      @MrAlpaca19 3 місяці тому +21

      Tough Enough?

    • @Silent_Shadow
      @Silent_Shadow 3 місяці тому +9

      ​@@TheStupidDetectivoh man....if it's named "THE DEADMAN" 😢

    • @vancheeel1
      @vancheeel1 3 місяці тому +21

      The Rock

  • @TihetrisWeathersby
    @TihetrisWeathersby 3 місяці тому +84

    It's bizarre the control Vince had over these guys and girls, It was his own personal playground

    • @701delbronx8
      @701delbronx8 3 місяці тому

      That’s how they treat it. Same with Dana White. All the female fighters and ring girls are just his and Lorenzo Fertitta’s personal harem. No one cares about these chicks in athletics it’s just all a ploy to get easy tail.

    • @obsoletechannelarchive
      @obsoletechannelarchive 3 місяці тому +36

      it was also HIS company and the employees WANTED to work their. No one was held hostage and no one was forcing them to be a wrestler. if you don't like the way your treated at you job. Leave.

    • @Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo
      @Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo 3 місяці тому

      ​@@obsoletechannelarchivePeople like you are why abuse is so widespread on this planet

    • @tj-mb3fy
      @tj-mb3fy 3 місяці тому +17

      Basically the average American corporation.

    • @mrsimpleslowmo
      @mrsimpleslowmo 3 місяці тому +4

      @@tj-mb3fy You don't know anything about rest of the world don't you?

  • @travisanderson8305
    @travisanderson8305 Місяць тому

    I love how real you are, and how genuine and grounded you really are. It's a very RARE quality in people. Rock on, my dude!

  • @joseflorez404
    @joseflorez404 3 місяці тому

    Glad to see maven one of my all time favorites!!!
    You look healthy brother
    🙏🏽💪🏽🙌🏽💯 thanks maven for sharing your story’s this helps a lot ! God bless you brother

  • @silasadkins8247
    @silasadkins8247 3 місяці тому +6

    maven you’re the 🐐 man giving us the realest content on this app i know this gotta be a hard ass subject to talk about and you’re handling it with such honesty and sincerity it’s hard not to love you man

  • @drakependragon8439
    @drakependragon8439 3 місяці тому +3

    You can still hold that memory dear since he cared about you and your family and treated your family well and cared about your mother

  • @ClassicBodybuildingArchives
    @ClassicBodybuildingArchives 3 місяці тому

    Hey there brother Maven!…I have been binge watching your content and I am really enjoying your stories and am so glad I found you! Thank you for posting and good luck to you my friend. How about some exercise videos and how you keep in shape? Peace, Sal 💪🏻

  • @mr-sam-jax
    @mr-sam-jax 3 місяці тому

    Mave , I love your channel sir !
    Awesome contents every couple days 🌹❤️ thank you so much !

  • @joseaquinoayala8969
    @joseaquinoayala8969 3 місяці тому +10

    Maven you on a grind keep up great content

  • @pikabobchupants
    @pikabobchupants 3 місяці тому +3

    At least in a company ran by an absolute monster we get real genuine down to earth gems like you Mave!

  • @ecxpac
    @ecxpac 3 місяці тому

    Damn right we're here for the ride, Mave. Props btw to your producer for always doing a superb job on your content. UA-cam's best tag team!

  • @codyshorrorcollection
    @codyshorrorcollection Місяць тому

    I was kid when you first came into the WWE and always followed your glad to see your on UA-cam these days and doing good!

  • @WilliamSmith-zg6vp
    @WilliamSmith-zg6vp 2 місяці тому +4

    Let's be honest. Maven and his caterpillars was the only star of this class.

  • @Jacob-ks4mu
    @Jacob-ks4mu 3 місяці тому +3

    I think it's time we stop tolerating sociopaths just because they have a lot of money.

  • @davidlittle1711130
    @davidlittle1711130 2 місяці тому

    Maven loving the channel thank you for the behind the scenes insight its something a lot of young talent can watch especially understanding time frame especially ruthless aggression/contestant era. To my understanding you had the tough enough team/ and the Ovw alumni wow what a distinction shout to ya brotha

  • @lewismaclean8849
    @lewismaclean8849 3 місяці тому +16

    First of all, amazing video and camera work. You handled the subject matter in this video surprisingly well. Keep up the amazing work.

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +8

      Thank you. I try to view this, and every other situation as rationally as possible

    • @lewismaclean8849
      @lewismaclean8849 3 місяці тому +2

      @@MavenKHuffman Like I said in one of your previous videos, I'm not a wrestling fan, and I personally think that these allegations are absolutley horrendous, but it doesn't shock me. This is really a great example of how easily monsters can hid in plain sight. Also quick personal question for you Maven. Have you ever watched Survivor before? if so, there's a new season out right now.

  • @perceivedvelocity9914
    @perceivedvelocity9914 3 місяці тому +4

    John Cena should have had Maven write his answer to the question that Howard Stern asked him about Vince. John's lack of empathy for the victims and compassion for Vince was not a good look. Maven did a much better job IMO.

    • @Epsilonsama
      @Epsilonsama 3 місяці тому

      Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes answered said questions much better. I feel that Cena knows something we don't.

  • @thejanglezclan
    @thejanglezclan 3 місяці тому +4

    11:44 So, your opinion on what you heard when you worked for WWE was "if it didn't involve me, it was none of my business." Ok, so what changed from then to now? Or is it because since you don't work there anymore, it's easier for you to speak out? I'm so tired of former employees trying to take the high road on this situation, respectfully.

  • @johntyboy1
    @johntyboy1 3 місяці тому +4

    Great video Mave, as usual. For a future video, I’d love to know what you and the other wrestlers thought about the long term health effects of being a wrestler and how you dealt with it. While you’re all very physically fit, there’s a lot of negatives that come with the territory. Such as steroid abuse, the slow physical damage and the threat of being injured very badly. Did anyone ever speak about those issues and how did the WWE support you all? Keep up the great work!

  • @rossynextv71
    @rossynextv71 3 місяці тому +4

    Love you Maven... concerning Vince I don't know what to say but for me ...am gonna keep watching wwe and wrestling in general. I always enjoy ur content Much respect for you from Nigeria 🇳🇬

  • @granitemonkey
    @granitemonkey 3 місяці тому +2

    Maven with the excellent content we all want and love. This is great stuff man.

  • @facecrook3454
    @facecrook3454 3 місяці тому +1

    Every Maven video is a must watch for me! Thank you for being honest. It’s incredible hearing that wrestlers can be checked out at their job before vacation like me at my desk 😂

  • @honestfan420
    @honestfan420 3 місяці тому

    Love your channel Maven glad to see you’re doing well these days

  • @joshdanielquinones9127
    @joshdanielquinones9127 3 місяці тому

    Thank you Maven for not only giving us banger content but also giving us your take on something that’s hard to talk about but that we were eager to hear your side of. Your viewpoint is understandable and we appreciate you sharing it. It’s hard to be vulnerable especially on social media but you do it anyways and we thank you. 💯💯

  • @myfinalheaven9590
    @myfinalheaven9590 3 місяці тому +1

    I will always appreciate and respect Maven, for telling it how it is, and tackling subject matter other former wrestlers may not.
    I love how tactful the content is presented. Great job Maven

  • @songoten7600I
    @songoten7600I 3 місяці тому +1

    Keep these videos coming, I'm loving these stories.

  • @come1atmebro
    @come1atmebro 3 місяці тому +2

    Wow, thank you maven for making this video. I’m sure a lot of us have been waiting and I’m also sure it hasn’t been easy for you to post your views about this all publicly.

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +1

      Some things are difficult. I appreciate you recognizing that

  • @daverichards9141
    @daverichards9141 3 місяці тому

    Always look forward to your videos. Appreciate your honesty.

  • @Thepetals81
    @Thepetals81 3 місяці тому +1

    Maven, I stopped watching WWE when it started to become less family friendly back in 2000/2001 so forgive me for not knowing your name in the industry... But I have recently subscribed to your UA-cam channel because you are fantastic story teller and have such a lovely, calming voice. I could listen to you explain how you cleaned the floor with a toothbrush in a 200 part series 😅 anyway I am finding myself watching WWE now I have a family as it reminds me of the wholesome feeling old school WWF/WWE gave me ❤ love from England xx

  • @joshuahowell7259
    @joshuahowell7259 3 місяці тому

    Not sure what was the final straw that made you create your UA-cam and create content but man I’m so thankful for it. You are brilliant and hope you keep killing it 🔥

  • @jijpowq9633
    @jijpowq9633 3 місяці тому

    Loving the videos Maven! Please keep them coming.

  • @chadgronsten9023
    @chadgronsten9023 2 місяці тому

    Very eloquently spoken Mav. Keep up the great work!!

  • @astronomics2023
    @astronomics2023 3 місяці тому

    clear straight to the point video..good to hear your thoughts on this Mave

  • @SuperSack428
    @SuperSack428 2 місяці тому +1

    What a brilliant, well-balanced and fair take on what is a tragic situation regardless of he is guilty or not. Fair play Maven, consider me subscribed!

  • @alecsabin1224
    @alecsabin1224 3 місяці тому

    Well spoken Maven always a pleasure to watch your podcast please continue the great work

  • @trevorcarey3997
    @trevorcarey3997 2 місяці тому +1

    Another great video, thankyou Maven, your my favorite channel ❤

  • @ethang6355
    @ethang6355 3 місяці тому

    Mave I love your videos and the in-site you give. I look forward to your next videos every week. Reminds me of when I watched wwe as a kid and it was actually good

  • @textdeepak
    @textdeepak 2 місяці тому

    It is just so AWESOME to find Maven and watch his content. I am an 80s kid and I religiously followed WWF/WWE between 2001 - 2006. Maven was my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE. He was the perfect "Nice Guy".

  • @jjadiel2011
    @jjadiel2011 Місяць тому

    Your youtube channel is one the best things this business has right now. So thank you Maven.

  • @angelaknebel4156
    @angelaknebel4156 Місяць тому

    Hi Maven, I'm a new subscriber, have loved WWE for the past fifteen years and I'm going to binge watch your vids now!!! 💜

  • @King-rl3nk
    @King-rl3nk 2 місяці тому +1

    Maven is the only guy who can makes 15 minute video go by quickly. Keep doing what you do brother

  • @Thisissparta1972
    @Thisissparta1972 3 місяці тому +5

    maven would you try commentary at ring side? you are by far a great story teller... I love to watch your videos so far

    • @MavenKHuffman
      @MavenKHuffman  3 місяці тому +4

      Thank you so much. I would most definitely try if given the opportunity

    • @martinettinger1867
      @martinettinger1867 3 місяці тому +1

      @@MavenKHuffman hope you get it, love your videos.

  • @brandyl2183
    @brandyl2183 3 місяці тому

    Maven I just found your channel and I’m love it.

  • @raul5081
    @raul5081 3 місяці тому +6

    Maven is a great guy. He didn't change his views of Vince just because of those incidents. Some people wait for something like this to start talking about stuff they never ever said before. Maven is consistent and knows how to differentiate things.

    • @paso6234
      @paso6234 3 місяці тому

      bro, he literally romanticized this piece of garbage with his spineless trash video, smh.

  • @skrachamaniacs3878
    @skrachamaniacs3878 18 днів тому

    I see people leaving hateful comments on your videos about you and how you were a WWE superstar and I mean being a mid carder or not, I I’ve never seen any of those guys saying that to you on wrestlemania before so I really don’t think they have any room to be making rude comments to you about your career. I think I know where they can stick their comments. I think you’re doing a great job Maven, and keep it up, you have achieved more in your career than they ever will in their entire lives and that is why they say the things they do because they are jealous.