Thanks for checking out this convo with Paul Wight! 🙏👍 All of my interviews, including this one, are uploaded to my podcast first. You can find "Insight with Chris Van Vliet" here: link.chtbl.com/chrisvanvliet

@stevenweikel3468

2 жыл бұрын

Chris is he still having his Netflix show

@timothypaige807

2 жыл бұрын

9:50 “That’s A Good Say.” I had never see Big Show/ Paul Wright so happy in my life. 😂

@lifeasafanpodcast9529

2 жыл бұрын

Sold out the united center on a rumor of punk gonna be there

@Newrockid

2 жыл бұрын

Please time stamp your topics Chris!

@marykeith2916

2 жыл бұрын

he's a awesome guy, good friend of mine

Paul just seems like one of the nicest people you could meet in wrestling. Wish nothing but great things for him!

@diluted8

2 жыл бұрын

Until you put icy Hot in his underwear

@joshschneider9766

2 жыл бұрын

I mean that icy hot prank seems like an odd suicide attempt method lol

@paulmoore5392

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think ive ever heard anybody have a bad word about Paul which is rare in wrestling. Most ive heard negative about him was the odd time he got in legal trouble wayy back and the backstage fight he had with Khali.

@RainbowRoadCrashTest

2 жыл бұрын

@@paulmoore5392 ive heard a few. But was probably in a bad mood at the time.

@tomkee4479

2 жыл бұрын

@@RainbowRoadCrashTest yeah I heard a couple little things years and years ago but nothing at all in the past 15 to 20 years so it was when he was still really young on top of just becoming famous so as he has said before, it took him a while to really grow up and settle down and learn. Only negative thing I've ever heard since then was from a close friend that was in wwe for about 5 or 6 years until a couple years back (I won't mention his name) but he was in the lockeroom nightly lol, he said everyone loved big show and he was a nice guy but my friend said he was a bit whiney quite a bit lol. I know it sounds weird bit that's what he said, just that he would whine alot about diff things if he wasn't happy and that was the only somewhat negative part about his reputation at the time in the back. I would have loved to have been a fly on the wall and heard some of it lol it prob was hilarious stuff lol.

The big show was always one of my favorites growing up. Great interview, Chris!

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Swamp!

@Ludzig

2 жыл бұрын

Smart guy, I was a goddamn Kane mark

I am happy for Paul. He seems really happy right now.

@ArcaneAzmadi

2 жыл бұрын

AEW just seems to be the place for wrestlers to go to be happy with themselves and their careers. Jon Moxley had the passion for wrestling squeezed out of him, but AEW reinvigorated him and raised him to a level he'd never been at before. Brodie Lee had the run of his life before his tragic early passing. Sting gets a second chance to end his legendary career in the manner he deserves. Christian gets the chance to show how _really_ good he's always been. Even CM Punk was so impressed with what he saw on offer here that it was enough to tempt him out of 7 years of retirement to pick up practically where he left off. I can't wait to see what AEW can do for Windham Rotunda, the former Bray Wyatt, so brilliant but so often buried and misused no matter how hard he worked.

AEW is on a totally different level now.

@davidborik3475

2 жыл бұрын

Lets see how they run with the momentum they have right now. Can't wait for dynamite this Wednesday. Definitely gonna be watching

@styles-omega-danielson7017

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidborik3475 I’m hyped cuz punk’s dynamite debut is in my city tomorrow night!!!! So glad I bought tix before the pandemic! Hyped af!!!🔥🔥🔥

@davidborik3475

2 жыл бұрын

@@styles-omega-danielson7017 damn man that should be a hell of a show. Enjoy yourself

@thedebandantsgaming6743

2 жыл бұрын

@@styles-omega-danielson7017 enjoy dude.

@MohammedMuhiUddin

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidborik3475 they have Daniel bryan, bray wyatt and adam cole coming.

I wish Chris would get his break as a ring announcer one day again in AEW. He has the voice

@jotunn30

2 жыл бұрын

i agree i would love to see him some more on AEW TV but i think for now they're set on "non-wrestler" on screen personalities

@zulrawkstar90

2 жыл бұрын

I like if he had the role like Ryan Satin but with AEW

@koolie5063

2 жыл бұрын

or a backstage interviewer , like how renee young was. since tony (forgot how to spell his last name sadly) let’s just say tony s , is doing the somewhat small backstage interviews/in ring ones and chris would be perfect for that role

@ericofficially

2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see him and Simon Miller get some occasional segments on AEW tbh

@theJaRRoOnE22

2 жыл бұрын

@@ericofficially Simon In AEW would be awesome !!! Lmaoo

Gotta respect the fact that Paul could have stayed in wwe but because he loves the business and the art of wrestling he took a chance on aew to continue to help the wrestling business and for that I have nothing but respect for Paul

@jasonrice9973

2 жыл бұрын

WWE wouldn’t have let Paul back in the ring again. Vince had told him he was done due to his age and health etc and once Vince decides that for you, that’s it

@menacelurkingyet8345

2 жыл бұрын

Or how AEW simply would pay him more.

Big Show is a nice guy and I met him years ago

This was fun to watch. You guys have great chemistry together in this format and I'm sure it would've been more entertaining in person. Great interview, Chris!

Paul Wight is a journalist's delight. Very thoughtful, insightful answers. Thanks Chris

@grahammcintosh240

2 жыл бұрын

All softball questions

When Paul Wight is literally the only man in all of Wrestling who can say "When I say 400, I still feel a little light in the pants" lmao

@tylercox1875

2 жыл бұрын

What’s what being 7 foot tall and full of muscle will do 😂

Great seeing him having fun and passionate again about what he’s doing.

It is the well above average sized program!!! That interview on the beach was such a good watch glad to see he's happy and utilized well again!!!

This is the longest ive seen big show talk without a conflicted heel turn

@BareKnuckleBrawls

4 ай бұрын

Brilliant 😂

I met Paul at a live event in Feb 2016 and it looked like we was walking rough, keep in mind he was on the card that night. So glad to hear his hip is feeling better. I wanted to meet him for 13 years (hoped to at Wrestlemania 19 fan axxess when I was 10) and it was well worth it, such a kind man.

He seems like such a down to earth guy. Much respect to Paul and his impact on the industry 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Thanks for giving us this interview Chris! Big Show will always be my favorite wrestler of all time, and he will always be 7 foot 500 pound Giant. He is the reason why I love wrestling!! I will say my favorite Big Show run was when he was the ECW Champion. I can't wait to see his future in AEW! Greetings from Norway.

Another GREAT interview! I've always enjoyed Paul Wight's work both inside and outside the ring and I'm glad to see him doing what he loves again. Keep pumping out the great interviews, Chris. Can't wait to see whose next.

What a perfect combination, Paul Wight is a great interview subject as he's so thoughtful, funny, and honest, and Chris is a great interviewer with insightful questions and allows his guest to answer without interruptions and he is actually listening to what they say.

This is such an awesome interview Chris! You did an outstanding job on this interview Chris.

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for listening, Mike!

What a wonderful human being Paul is thank you for another fantastic interview Chris.

Such a great interview dude. Paul seems like such a sweetheart, and seemed so at home talking to you. Thanks for providing the best wrestling interview show out there!

I love Paul's sincerity and openess in this interview and how open he is to interact with the fans on social media and at events

Paul was so much fun! Excellent conversation. Paul is a treasure and an excellent wrestling mind. Love to hear his thoughts on much more (besides his time on Elevation)

Great interview sir. This shows just how cool Paul Wight is, and what a priceless presence he will be in AEW in terms of his wisdom and his experience. When AEW eventually signs a talented giant, I feel like Paul will be an invaluable program for that person. Good stuff Chris. Keep it comin'!

I’m so excited to see Paul Wight back in the ring with his new hip. A buddy of mine who is a stage combat director got both done and he can back peddle and squat now. He said it’s a complete 180 from what it was and feels great. Seen Show live before and like what he’s doing for AEW

man CVV is so freaking good as an interviewer even that last part where he joked about being in a cop movie and paul did a dig at himself with the whole good looking guy and ogre thing Chris fliped it real quick and i gotta respect that man. Great interview like always!

What I love about Chris is that he simply let's people talk and rarely interrupts them.

Paul Wight is such a cool down to earth naturally funny guy, i even watched his sitcom even though i´m not the audience for it. So cool to see him more often in pro wrestling again, such a legend!

Paul just seems very laid back and an ultimate badass throughout! Prayers to him and Always God Bless.

Chris the best interviewer in the business 🙏🔥 appreciate all the content, much love to you and Paul!

Another amazing interview Chris, you never miss all of then keep getting better

I have been absolutely loving Paul on commentary for Elevation and I'm so happy he's able to utilize his personality and talent in expanded aspects in the industry. I was at the Houston show when he announced he would be back for in-ring action and man oh man, I popped! Thank you, Chris for this awesome interview. Your positivity is infectious and just seeing you smile puts a smile on my face!

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks C Lee! Glad you enjoyed this one!

I want a Chris Van Vilet + Paul Wight buddy cop movie!! Seriously, Chris. - Your original interview with Paul is one of my favourite shoot interviews of all time, so it's a real treat to see you two chatting again!

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out both interviews with Paul!

Dude, Paul is a great interview! Happy the dude is in a place where he can just speak off the rip because he's a great speaker!

That was great. Love seeing Show so happy again, it's like the passion comes back as soon as the chains are off!

I met the big show at a airport in Australia many years ago,, He was trying to eat lunch and young fans came up for autographs. I was one of them, he put his lunch down and signed all of them and posed for pictures. Respect!

always a pleasure having Big Show on ur platform and listening to him❤❤❤❤👍

Wichita homeboy here, loved the shout out! One of our greatest exports from the ICT!

I swear, there is not a better person in the world that can conduct interviews like my guy CVV!!! Amazing episode too!!

Awesome interview. Keep up the great work Chris. Love Pual Wight. No more BS.

Paul Wight is a definiton of a gentle giant...amazing interview Chris! 😊

nice interview - i love seeing u two so happy - btw you forgot to add the videos to the endcard :D

@Chris Van Vliet what a humble man! Love His show of kindness and humility.

I love Paul, really nice to see him happy in AEW. Great interview.

Thanks Chris. I enjoyed this interview. U really delivered.

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@grahammcintosh240

2 жыл бұрын

@@ChrisVanVliet why all softball questions?

I loved him in Jingle All the Way. “I’m gonna deck your halls Bub!”

@RosettaStoned1992

2 жыл бұрын

Also as Captain Insano in Waterboy. lol

Big man with a big sense of humor thx Chris for the content best in the biz! 🦾🦾🦾

Class interview with a legend of the wrestling business Paul has always come across as a humble genuine funny man from what I’ve seen in other interviews so much respect for the guy

Chris, Awesome conversation!! Full circle!!! The first time I saw one of your interviews was with Paul... Been hooked ever since!!! Thank you!

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

And thank YOU Michael!

Great interview! Keep up the good work bro!

In the words of one of the best theme songs ever, “no more words” just awesome! Like fucking always, thank u Chris.

Man Paul looks so happy in this interview!

Thanks for this. Great interview

Another great interview

Man, Paul Wight seems like such a nice dude. I've seen several of his interviews and he's so fun to listen to.

Another great chat Chris. Paul seems so down-to-earth and a HOF career!

it's amazing seeing the change in attitudes of the talent that come from wwe to aew. of all the talent i've seen talking about it, they all went from a feeling of being micro-managed to i can't wait to be more creative IN the ring and with the storylines.

Great interview Chris! Good job!

That was awesome, I laughed a lot with that conversation! It always seems like you guys have fun together, great stuff!

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Didn't think i could love Paul anymore than i did but damn this interview did it for me...could have listened to this for 6 hours...good one Chris!

what a great interview Paul Wight is. He speaks so well and you really believe what he is saying. A true gentle giant. :)

Awsome!! Keep it up bro!!!

A very good interview Chris. If Paul came out as Captain Insaneo, I would mark out to the max lol

Chris brings on the best guests his shows are rockin keep up the good work

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks James!

Great job man..! Waiting for your interview with CM Punk.

It's a testament to Chris that everytime he does an interview a lot of the wrestlers are very complimentary towards and obviously like him a lot

Great interview as always Chris. You're the best talent interviewer in the wrestling business in my opinion. Paul is super nice..met him several years back in Houston,Tx when Knucklehead came out. I'd love to see a CAPTAIN INSANEO "BIO" PIC. That'd be fantastic..have a cameo by Adamn Sandlsr and the Water Boy cast. I guarantee it'd do well. Thank you for all the great interviews. You're so cheerful man. I can be having a bad day and watch your interviews and instantly feel better because of the positive energy you put out. Thank you brother!! You have a great day. :) -Darryl

I swear. I did not think I would ever again pop for Paul Wight Big Show music hitting, but there I was, acting like a teenage wrestling fan, when his music hit, as he came down to confront QT. It finally feels good to be a wrestling fan again.

got my white claw and I'm ready to watch a good ol" CVV interview!

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@claymathewselevator8121

2 жыл бұрын

THE CLAW

I was lucky to see Big Show perform at a live event in Dublin. I didn't appreciate him then, but I do now. Nothing but love for Paul.

The big show is always a great interveiw!! Chris i love that you always ask different questions! Do u watch the interveiws of wrestlers before you interveiw them? I swear you never ask the same question!!

So glad Paul White feeling great mentally & physically. Great talk Chris!!

29:14 💯 Chris said it best!

" To move forward you have to be willing to say goodbye to yesterday" damn that was deep

Great stuff as always CVV!

@ChrisVanVliet

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, brother!

Low key one of the better Vince impressions.

"Rising tides lift all ships " Chris Van vliet 2021 CVV WITH another BANGER !

Paul is an amazing guy, he spent good time with me in AEW , he gave me lot of good advice . Very humble and down to the earth and very professional.

Never forget Paul was a WCW guy, he was bound to end up in AEW it was inevitable.

@theJaRRoOnE22

2 жыл бұрын

Yah AEW has Always had a WCW feel

@tylercox1875

2 жыл бұрын

@@theJaRRoOnE22 it’s got at least three wcw guys in Paul Wight Chris Jericho and sting so there’s that

Chris you are by far, the greatest interviewer in the industry!

Hearing Paul talk makes me feel excited for wrestling that I haven’t felt in years.

TALL PAUL! Great interview CVV, as usual.

Thank you for the Captain Insano question Chris. I hope Paul's Waterboy gimmick comes into fruition and spotlight sometime soon in front of live AEW audiences. I'm willing to bet he'd be the most cheered heel

I love my cvv interviews

It's crazy cause I was a WCW fan way before I was a wwe fan. I remember watching Big Show/Hogan in monster trucks on a building while Tony Schiavone commentated. And to now have them both doing commentary together for newer talent, it's amazing. Wrestling is a beautiful thing. I'm glad Paul is back in Professional Wrestling doing what he loves to do.

Great interview

He's such a wonderfully charismatic and funny man. Bringing him in as a commentator was a brilliant idea, especially as he still has the option of getting physical if pushed.

Paul Wight is so awesome!

WeeEeeelll that was a good interview

CVV actual best interviewer. Lets guest talk! ♥️♥️

I can't believe I'm still watching Paul, and Sting wrestle! I remember the giants debut

Awesome interview, and Paul seems like a great dude. I did have to rewind once cause he said he was in WWE for 4 decades =] Maybe, it felt that way to him

16:10 and CM Punk sells both

The "Big Show Song" is what got his new moniker over for me. I loved the name "The Giant" when Paul was in WCW and absolutely hated "The Big Show" name in WWE. It was that song that eventually changed my mind. I have to wonder if anyone has had more face/heel turns in their career than Paul Wight?

Operation Dumbo Drop 😂 I love it! Only 3 minutes in and loving the interview. Paul is a cool dude

Love it!

Speaking of "I was there", I was at Valentine's Day Massacre. I watched the Big Show make his WWE debut. That's nearly 25 years ago. Man, I'm getting old. lol

Down to earth he is, he will always be the big show to me, He isn’t bitter post WWE which what I like to see, and Vince called him on the day he signed with AEW and said good luck you’ll be an asset to AEW, Vince respects Paul a lot

Cvv, you are incredibly talented at what you do so I know and have seen you pull some of your guests along during their interviews when they wasn't feeling it or whatever it may have been at the time but I have to ask, just how awesome and easy was it to interview Paul white ?? Because he just seems like the type of guy that if he likes you, he will be the friendliest, coolest most easy guy to talk too. I could listen to him talk for hours honestly.