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Published 2024-06-03
He explains key wrestling lingo and discusses the crucial role referees play during matches. Maven delves into the demanding lifestyle of constant travel, the financial pressures wrestlers face, and the constant presence of groupies known as "ring rats."
Maven shares his experience using steroids, his personal struggles with addiction, and the intense physical toll of wrestling. Maven also shares personal anecdotes about Vince McMahon and the unforgettable moment he eliminated The Undertaker from the Royal Rumble.
Editor's note: This video lists referee Mike Chioda's years active with WWE as 1989-2002. He actually retired in 2022.
0:00 - Intro
0:10 - The Shows
1:30 - The Ref
2:44 - The Road
5:08 - Groupies
6:10 - Steroids
9:09 - Chris Benoit
10:45 - Starting Out
13:20 - Vince McMahon
16:26 - Wrestlers' Court
18:28 - Getting Color
19:57 - Wrestling As A Heel
20:54 - First Match
22:04 - The Peak: Eliminating Undertaker
24:02 - The Aftermath
25:54 - Addiction
29:07 - The Backstory
32:57 - Credits
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All Comments (21)
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Whoever made Maven get on YouTube changed his life.
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5-years as a midcarder in WWE and then 20 years later goes on to be the top wrestler on youtube. Go on Maven lad.
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Mad respect for Maven addressing Chris Benoit. A lot of wrestlers shy away from the topic and try to slide it under the rug. Maven addressed it in a respectful and classy way.
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Maven is EVERYWHERE. Good for him!
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I love that Maven has gotten so popular the past year or so, ever since he decided to be on YouTube. Such a great guy!
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Intelligent...Full of charisma...A teacher! This guy's great.
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What makes Maven different than other wrestlers on YT is that he doesn’t bash the business nor other guys. Heck he doesn’t bash Vince McMahon. He always looks at the positives and he comes across as likable.
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Maven is killing it. I mean, he's SUCH a good show host. His voice, his ability to explain things well, all the work they put into the videos to make them good. It's cool seeing him in more places now.
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I am stunned by the eloquence. He's incredibly professional. Doesn't even curse. Lastly, what a nice suit. Class act. Id love to hear more from him
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He's now being interviewed for wrestling? That's So Maven.
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29:16 as someone who is in recovery from opiates & amphetamines I feel for you Maven. I had over 7 years but relapsed and now again been clean since 7/3/2023.
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Get Maven back on WWE as a commentator. NOW
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I have a lot of respect for Maven. He is honest about his mistakes and takes responsibility for them. He doesn't blame anyone else. He always comes across as a nice person. I am sure he would make a great friend.
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i'm simple guy, i see Maven, i click
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MAVEN!!!! The moment I saw him in the thumbnail I was like “I have to stop and watch”
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maven is more popular now then he was as a wrestler
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Love Maven, he’s got a great speaking voice and his humility is palpable. The way he talks definitely lets you know that he learned some things the hard way and grew from them. His YouTube Channel is great for these reasons.
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His YT channel is terrific. He’s very informative and very honest about what goes on in the business. I always enjoy listening to his stories.
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"Doordashing ring rats" 🤣🤣
