Been looking forward to this chat for quite some time, and he didn't disappoint. Enjoy!

@jaynitty7346

2 жыл бұрын

MJF is on fire but he's full of shit at the same time lol. There's a footage out there of him being an extra security guard on WWE (I think it's NXT), he didn't make the cut there but reinvent himself in MLW which was the best thing he ever did

@CoachCowan

2 жыл бұрын

@@jaynitty7346 he would of been watered down if he was signed by wwe

@michaelbacon4746

2 жыл бұрын

MJF is always on

@michaelbacon4746

2 жыл бұрын

@@jaynitty7346 he was an extra not in nxt

@jamesjones1822

2 жыл бұрын

Dude should be champion instead he probably get another ring. It shame to

I love MJF's commitment to his character outside the ring. That's something which is definitely missing in today's wrestling world.

@whatever85x

2 жыл бұрын

An would go bye bye if went back to wwe

@bryansansone3301

2 жыл бұрын

Goddamn, he only said a billion times that this is HIM being HIM. Pay attention!

@Kingosso

2 жыл бұрын

I hate the word character

@AngelSoto-bz2nv

2 жыл бұрын

@@whatever85x probably not

@biduMandias

2 жыл бұрын

If you think that's a character then you are out of your mind lol

Ariel Helwani is the perfect person to interview MJF. He gets it

@cm786

2 жыл бұрын

1

@nbaldwin45

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, MJF is great but Ariel isn’t getting enough credit for being a smart, witty interviewer. A couple of times, MJF couldn’t hide his mirth

This is not only a great interview but MJF has incredible takes on the business and his mind is set right and is super professional already so early into his career. This guy is (obviously) gonna be talked about for the next coming decades

@RemoWilliams1227

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@bananasngrapes8814

2 жыл бұрын

whos mjf

@jackhughes7637

2 жыл бұрын

@@bananasngrapes8814 The guy on the video that you're watching and commenting on

@mahgorstark7793

2 жыл бұрын

Meh I get it....but idk it feels like a ....well nevermind

@joseignacioiyo9525

2 жыл бұрын

He’s gonna end up in WWE. Sooner or later

“She told me I was great, I told her she was ok.” What a legend.😂

@Scheboygan8767

2 жыл бұрын

She could lose some water weight 😭😭😭

@therelease7083

2 жыл бұрын

At around 3 mins or he called her fat skank too under his breath 😂😭

@richardwagner4481

2 жыл бұрын

@@therelease7083 4:16

@adampordash6219

2 жыл бұрын

She was mid

@ladistar

2 жыл бұрын

He’s salt of the earth !!!!!

MJF knowledge of the business is very underrated. He’s not just a guy that stumbled into the business, he loves the history of it and is 100 percent in his element.

@ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind

2 жыл бұрын

Underrated? Are you one of those people just looking for an excuse to use that term? It doesn't even make sense... his wrestling knowledge is "underrated"... who's rating wrestler's wrestling knowledge?

@vientyoungho5907

2 жыл бұрын

@@ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind enough people. I think that's one of the criticism people level at WWE's currenting hiring policies and their approach to 2.0 etc. The whole "these people" don't get it/don't understand the industry vs the whole indie wrestlers who "obviously" must since they're putting in the work in the industry? P.S. plus a lot of the silly comments made by WWE wrestlers "against" other promotions that are just .. well 100% inaccurate/complete fabrications/just untrue if you know the actual history of wrestling.

@JarodJoseph

2 жыл бұрын

Who exactly is “rating” peoples knowledge? A poll?

@PAPITOFLOW6969

2 жыл бұрын

@@ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind shut up

@WackadoodleMalarkey

2 жыл бұрын

Under _appreciated_ , buddy

3 months later, the world needs MJF more than ever 😭

MJF is unquestionably the best talker in the game right now. Good stuff.

@hoax845

2 жыл бұрын

Pump the brakes. As long as Enzo is alive, he will own that title. Legends brought him to teach their kids how to cut promos.

@alexakos1223

2 жыл бұрын

The miz, edge, sami zayn, and kevin Owens are amazing too

@stevenknapp2850

2 жыл бұрын

@@hoax845 I miss Enzo so much he is one of the best I’ve ever heard on the mic. MJF is amazing too.

@Sayef_71

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexakos1223 pg sh*t

@editnosmirc4489

2 жыл бұрын

Eddie Kingston is better imo

MJF even while staying in character is an incredible interview. At the 46:00 mark he gives a mini clinic on wrestling and how it is about emotionally connecting - heel or babyface - with fans. He brings it up again towards the end of the interview. He seems to be a great student of the history of wrestling and knowledgeable of the product across the board. He's the man we love to hate. Great interview from both men.

@adibmuhammad8713

2 жыл бұрын

%1000

@neverfeartruth6460

2 жыл бұрын

Just like Roddy was! Still miss Piper!

@apecentury228

2 жыл бұрын

then why doesn't he like the term "heel" when he understands what it is and the importance of it?

@cfbates3

2 жыл бұрын

@@apecentury228 a good villain believes they are the hero in their own story

@rafaelalamilla5583

Жыл бұрын

This is so true. I think this is why I've lost a fair bit of interest in pro wrestling recently. Sure the spots are flashy and fun to watch, but it doesn't hook me in emotionally. I gravitated to NJPW specifically because of the genius long-term story telling (Naito, Omega, & Okada are all great examples). Pro wrestling is at it's best when it is telling a story.

46:30 is one of the most impressive moments I've ever seen of "being real/truthful" while also maintaining Kayfabe. Very well done, MJF.

@generalmoonstone

2 жыл бұрын

He is 100% spot on.

@k999999

2 жыл бұрын

kayfabe is already 100% dead to him and thats just what it is at today's wrestling especially on weekly tv basis

It just occurred to me that MJF and HHH have some interesting parallels. Two incredibly serious and devoted students of the game; possibly the two best pure heels of their eras. The sky seems the absolute limit for Mr. Friedman. Also, the way he cut a promo on Vince and Co. was pure artistry. Guys like Jericho and Taz can say what they really feel because they’ve literally been there, done that, and have no intentions of ever going back. MJF left the door, if not open, very unlocked. It was hella impressive.

@THM2008

2 жыл бұрын

@Justin Sharpe no

I'm only 10 minutes in and have so much more respect for MJF than I already had. His comments about current wrestlers are spot on. This "kid" that is younger than my daughter knows what real professional wrestling is! The secret to being a legendary is to be just an amplified version of yourself.

Just love hearing MJF in interviews. Has me completely hooked like no other pro wrestler can. And 59:55 onwards I just couldn't stop laughing 🤣🤣🤣

@Ben-il3oc

2 жыл бұрын

The dedication lol

@Darilon12

2 жыл бұрын

The bit starting at 31:16 is already so f'n hilarious...

@terryosinga2155

2 жыл бұрын

@@Darilon12 he meant it.

@Darilon12

2 жыл бұрын

@@terryosinga2155 like he said, he's always shooting straight. I mean, who doesn't love a makeout competition?

@victorarroyo5401

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

I could listen to MJF speak for hours. The best in the business as we speak.

This interview didn't feel like an hour, it felt like 5 minutes. MJF is so good.

I love that MJF can stay in character and still put everyone over.

This is probably the nicest I’ve ever seen MJF speak to any interviewer lol.

MJF never breaks character once and brings back what a wrestling gimmick was back in the glory years of pro wrestling.

His promo last night was nuts, I love MJF. He's a throwback to the glory days of wrestling but doing it in the 2022 world, which is probably the most impressive thing. I can't see him actually going to WWE because they'd completely ruin him, but money talks.

@mannysapp4089

2 жыл бұрын

such a old school promo

@capgucci9378

2 жыл бұрын

It’s every wrestler dream to go to WWE it’s The NFL of wrestling

@americafkyeah8695

2 жыл бұрын

@@capgucci9378 it's pretty mid.

@Funkshyn

2 жыл бұрын

@@capgucci9378 not really anymore. Vince and Co. were keeping up because of how much they could afford to pay, but TK’s got seriously deep pockets and a work environment that, by all accounts, is miles ahead. With the acquisition of ROH which now allows the lower end of the roster a place to get some tv time and therefore awareness, I expect more and more folk are going to try to make the transition.

@MIS3RY.

2 жыл бұрын

@@americafkyeah8695 as much as I don’t like wwe’s product these days , he’d absolutely explode if he goes to wwe . Only if they let him do his thing .

I love this man more and more, Jesus he’s perfect in every way. TK needs to give him anything he needs to remain in AEW.

@Jroc_9696

2 жыл бұрын

Don't say Jesus around MJF

@adnanjaza9978

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jroc_9696 why??

@Booth55555

2 жыл бұрын

MJF is not leaving AEW.

@matthewalkman386

2 жыл бұрын

gross

@yelnaw

2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewalkman386 you are!

Bloody hell what a solid interview. Fully worked but at the same time MJF still found a way to defend the promotion without breaking kayfabe. I only boo MJF to play along now. In real terms he's a face to me

@christopherconstance2971

2 жыл бұрын

He tried to be as honest as possible without breaking character. Impressive.

@mpdsapuser

2 жыл бұрын

It reminds me of how Ric Flair would put over other baby face workers in his promos to make JCP look big time. That’s how its done.

This is one of the best pro wrestling interviews I've ever seen. Ariel and MJF are the highest levels of their respective professions.

He just delivered the best promo of the year BY FAR.

I'm honestly amazed MJF is this good already keep in mind he's 26 and that's the scary part I can guarantee that at the rate he's going he'll be looked at as one of if not the Greatest wrestler of all time

@SexMachine32301

2 жыл бұрын

He doesn't rely on highspots which will length his career, focuses character development, and knows his value.....he is all business. Reminds me a bit of McGregor were he knew how much ppv buys he generates, media attention he brought to UFC,.....so McGregor and MJF share some parallel

@taunttitan1714

2 жыл бұрын

@@SexMachine32301 that's very true in all honesty I wouldn't be shocked if MJF is still wrestling in 25+ years

@victorarroyo5401

2 жыл бұрын

The, for sure

I love MJF character that he plays. Old school Heel that never turns it off and will die by the sword.

@michaelriverajr8891

2 жыл бұрын

He reminds me of both piper and flair. Mjf is the best thing to happen to wrestling in a while

Hands down one of the greatest interviews I've had the pleasure of watching recently. Of all people Ariel gets MJF to be the most human he's ever come across when the camera is on. Kudos and can't wait for the next one!

This is one of the best interviews I’ve seen yet. Good job Ariel

Great interview Ariel this was easily the best MJF interview

Thanks ariel for always have wrestling content on your channel 🙏 Best MJF interview 🙌

Broooo … this man may have just brought me back to wrestling!!! Brilliance at its finest.

Every time you think he's about to slip away from kayefabe, he says or implies something and falls right back into it. This is why I love MJF.

2 years ago MJF and Cody were friends and MJF was saying he's my best friend he's my mentor I love him too death. Now it's another story.

this is by far the BEST MJF Interview I ever seen great job there man Ariel ! much

Best ending to an interview ever!!!

MJF's interviews are always great to listen too. Definitely one of my favorites!

Love MJFs takes. Hope he reaches all of his goals. He has every capability in the world.

@cr3307

2 жыл бұрын

he will

This is most entertaining interview I've seen in awhile! Mjf just answering questions. This guy is the best thing to happen in wrestling! best heel in the business loved his honest, and raw takes on topics. With a sprinkle of heel promo added!

I like how he refuses to break kayfabe even in the face of any question but just with full commitment. He finds an answer without ever breaking no matter what.

MJF loving WWE 😂 Man knows how to get heat from AEW fans!

@pepesilvia7692

2 жыл бұрын

If I’m TK, I’m giving MJF a blank check and a pen come contract expiry time.

@americafkyeah8695

2 жыл бұрын

WWE wants MJF, Wardlow, Jade Cargill and Britt baker.

@ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind

2 жыл бұрын

@@pepesilvia7692 no, instead he's spending all his money on indy mud show guys...MJF will go to WWE in 2024 because that's the Major Leagues and MJF wants to make it to the top...all AEW has is WWE has beens and proving to be the best against washed up talent isn't as satisfying as proving to be the best in the top promotion that is WWE

@pepesilvia7692

2 жыл бұрын

@@ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind lol the fact that you think Malakai Black, Danielson, and Cole are washed up tells me your opinions are worth dick there my guy.

@Funkshyn

2 жыл бұрын

@@ToxicAvengerCleanYourMind ummm, all matches are predetermined. You’re not the best because you “beat top talent;” you’re the best because you can draw. Those “washed up WWE” guys are not only still massive draws (Mox, Bryan, the Hardy’s, etc), but they’re also getting new guys over, ergo the MJF/Punk feud. Meanwhile, the WWE keeps bringing back Brock and Ronda and putting wins on Oldberg. AEW let’s their guys get over and getting over draws; wins aren’t even secondary in importance.

great interview! Respect MJF even more now. Not a lot of people would go back and watch the territory days, and he has a great mind for the business

He's just the best. MJF is amazing.

Honestly, ever since first seeing him at the AEW opening press conference, I've loved him. He is by far a GENERATIONAL talent. What a gimmick & wrestling mind, wow.

Great interview!!! This guy is really good, shout out to Plainview!

Genuinely already top 3 wrestling interview I’ve watched/listened to

He’s gonna be so dangerous as time go on. I watched this entire interview straight through. Good stuff MJF!!!

The greatest thing to happen to professional wrestling since the drop kick! MJF is the gift that keeps on giving. Much like a cold sore, he’s spreading and showing up everywhere! Bravo! Big Fan! 👏🏾

This was wonderful interview. Thank you the questions and respect shown.!

I've watched all the MJF interviews and this one was my favorite

The ending TRULY topped it off. Well done by the Burberry boss, himself.

1:33 That's probably the most genuine laugh I've ever seen out of MJF, I'm only a minute in and I love this interview already, LET'S FUCKING GO

@william_shakespeare

2 жыл бұрын

It's really refreshing to see mjf almost break character at something he geniuenly finds funny.

The banter between U two at the start , fkn brilliant, good work to both U, great interview

that was great interview to watch .. Thank You .. 🙌🏻

This interview made me appreciate MJF a lot more I already loved his character but it I Mean him being real with us is awesome

I told myself I'll just watch like 15 mins and finish it later. I ended up watching the whole thing, MJF is too damn good at what he does!

Little did Ariel know that this interview would birth the most interesting storyline in wrestling in the last several years

This was great. Hope you guys do this again every once in a while

Ariel is the perfect interviewer for MJF. Precisely as he said himself, he did not try to outwit MJF and for that I think he got the most out of this amazing talent. Great listen!

MJF keeping kayfabe alive, I love it

Never clicked faster. Thank you for getting MJF.

He mentioned Buddy Landel… One of the most and best underrated promo guy. He doesn’t get his respect. RIP Buddy!

What I love about this interview, you can see very little of the real MJF come out, not alot, but enough to keep us wondering what's real.

future of professional wrestling having his most realest interview till now without breaking his character is just fuckin amazing....He knws his thing man wow....untill he keeps himself safe from all social cancel culture and allegations ..he is the future

This is a great interview. Nice job!

This was a fun watch. Thank you for the interview Ariel.

Best interview of MJF to date, great questions

loved this interview 🔥🔥🔥

@patriciagarrison435

Жыл бұрын

🆚🆚☯️☯️☯️🇺🇸

Great interview! Keep em coming!

I watched the territories when I was a kid aswell, this interview sold me even more on MJF

MjF, treats his parents the way Cartman treats his mom. This guy is fkn great as a heel.

Ariel always has the best interviews. What a talent MJF is. He is going get his bag no doubt

Amazing interview! Loved this!

This was great. You both had a good time!

Good interview. MJF and Eddie Kingston are the best talkers IMO

MJF is the game. He's the best part of AEW. Amazing interview, from a fellow tribesman.

This dude is gonna make me start watching wrestling again, sheesh his mouthpiece is as authentic and sharp as I’ve seen in a long time in wrestling.

Just finished the mma hour and was about to sleep, because it's 5 in the morning here, saw this posted on twitter by Jed. I Goodman and now I'm wide awake ready to watch this!

Great interview!!!!

Watching this outstanding interview, there is one thing that is crystal clear. Unless he tones it down IMMENSELY, he will never make it in the WWE...meaning MJF will hate being there. There is NO WAY Vince McMahon is going to let MJF act the way he wants to. NO WAY.

@papiiluvz

2 жыл бұрын

You mean the same way Tony didn’t want MJF doing this interview?

@thewilfer

2 жыл бұрын

@billybatson22: There’s a chance that Vince might not be with us in a few years from now…Vince is a workaholic aged in his 70’s who could end up having a heart attack any year now. I don’t want Vince McMahon to pass away for the sake of his family, but it could happen. If MJF signed with WWE, things could change if Vince isn’t around anymore. Stephanie, Shane, Paul Levesque are all Generation X’s who may decide to let MJF do and say what he wants….as long as the crowds/viewers, etc still love what MJF does in the ring and sells out merchandise.

@TenzMuzik

Жыл бұрын

@@thewilfer facts

This is the interview that made me like MJF...not dislike him like I did before. He seemed more real here than in any other interview he has ever done before. Perhaps MJF had more respect for Ariel than any other interviewer that came before?

Best interview of MJF so far to date !!!!

One thing I do respect about him is he likes the traditional wrestling not the indie flippy shit that all the fans today think is so amazing. Not many young guys in the business today respect the old school wrestling

@vientyoungho5907

2 жыл бұрын

hmmm it's interesting then that multiples times during that interview he puts over Darby Allin a dude who IS very much a spot fest kinda wrestler right now. Not once, multiple times he puts him over.

@jackhughes7637

2 жыл бұрын

@@vientyoungho5907 I think because Darby is good at it. His dives look lethal, the bumps he takes are impressive. The guy is also like 150 lbs so it only makes sense that he uses these high risk moves to his advantage against bigger guys.

@yojamiepullupthatdamnvideo8217

2 жыл бұрын

Him and Daniel Garcia are the entire future , great technically skills and ofoxurse great with promos

@fehner27

2 жыл бұрын

@@jackhughes7637 I think Darby is becoming a well rounded wrestler. He can do the bumps, but can also slow it down if needed.

@jackhughes7637

2 жыл бұрын

@@fehner27 Absolutely

Ever watch an interview and ask yourself, "damn I really wish the interviewer would've asked _____ and _____"? You won't w/ this interview. Subscribed

What a magnificent interview...so entertained by it💯💪

This was INCREDIBLE 💯🔥🔥🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾

My favorite wrestler in AEW is MJF, he’s a great talker and makes me feel emotions in his promos! The best pro wrestler, MJF!

I agree with MJF about the charisma machines in NXT 2.0. It's the biggest difference compared to the black & gold. There's more character across the board on that brands, not just work rate. AEW also has more character now compared to 3 years ago, which is why I'm so tuned in rn. I also agree with WWE being a good product and good TV. AEW just hits a different sweet spot for people, especially the IWC (obviously). Good interview by Ariel. Good shit.

@smarkslowplay3512

2 жыл бұрын

He's being sarcastic you airhead

@thomfisher4926

2 жыл бұрын

Sarcasm not your strong suite buddy 😂

@vincentkennedymcmahon50

2 жыл бұрын

@@smarkslowplay3512 i don't know whether he's sarcastic but Nxt 2.0 has Really good characters instead of no charismatic indie guys Like Adam Cole, Johnny gargano You always Draw viewers because of Stars, characters like hulk Hogan not Jobbers like Adam Cole

@davelanger

2 жыл бұрын

You know he was being sarcastic right lol

@davelanger

2 жыл бұрын

@@vincentkennedymcmahon50 Adam Coles segments are some of AEWS highest but thanks for playing.

This interview is a gem.

MJF just casually calling Rosie a “fat skank” is just fantastic.

Outstanding interview! Ariel is the 🐐

This is a fantastic interview. I'm a huge fan of MJF! He totally gets the business, and he knows how to stand out in all the right ways.

moves don't make money. My god, MJF gets it. Of all the chair shots in ECW, the one you heard about the most was the "chair shot heard around the world". Raven said, I only needed one.

a great interview, glad i found this

That little smirk when he said being on Wrestlemania and main-eventing PPV's mean nothing to him was, for me, in insight into his true feelings on the matter. MJF might be a businessman, but deep down inside I believe that little kid who loved CM Punk and WWE still exists and when 2024 arrives, so will the MJF era in WWE.

@AReallyLongAndUnremakableUser

2 жыл бұрын

MJF already been a employee of WWE.

As a lifelong wrestling fan this young man gets the business and it makes me excited for the future!

I love that he talks money and the winners purse stuff. Feels genuine

This really is an incredible interview

AEW need to pay him what he deserves. MJF is $$$$$$$$. He is the future of AEW and is the standout star for me in that promotion. If AEW lose him it would be a massive loss.

@Booth55555

2 жыл бұрын

They won't lose him because he has no desire to leave AEW. He's a heel and this whole bidding war of 2024 is part of his heel schtick. He's working the AEW fans because he's a AEW heel.

@eaglesfan9712

2 жыл бұрын

WWE is going to throw so much money at him

MJF = GOLDEN!! He's the best and his interviews are always the best!

Just the first 5min and this is the best interview I have seen

awesome interview! hahaha MJF is a great character :D