"Ladies and gentlemen....my name is PAUL HEYMAN"

Everything Paul touches turns to gold. Could not be more deserving of the Hall of Fame ❤

@alexjimenez7426

Ай бұрын

I think he is tremendously talented and great wrestling mind but um ….. yeah… let’s no gloss over how he ran ECW.

@natemcarthur359

Ай бұрын

I was about to say. *ahem* ECW

@tayubhussain46

Ай бұрын

Curtis Axel?

@OikPoinFive

Ай бұрын

​lol! After wwe said Paul was going in hof i suddenly remembered he mngd Curtis Axel. Then remembered that weird angle when he mngd Ryback. Didn't Paul mng cm punk too?

@OikPoinFive

Ай бұрын

​@@tayubhussain46I remember when triple h suddenly came out and pedigreed Axel on raw and left the ring! I was like wth? Later on I realized he did this to get back at Axels dad, Mr Perfect, who quit wwf in late 1996 shortly after Mr Perfect turned on ic champ Marc Mero and then mngd HHH! But triple h you didn't get back at Mr P because he was dead. Hhh held long grudge vs Mr Perfect lol. He also was envious of Paul Roma, a midcarder! Why? Later I knew Triple H was jealous of Paul Roma joining the 4 Horsemen on his debut in wcw and hunter was in wcw then and probably wanted to tag w flair. Hunter and scsa were jealous of their former wcw colleague Johnny b Badd gtg a 1st guaranteed contract in 1996. Hunter took verbal jabs at Mero too!

Paul Heyman could've been a legit inductee as far back as 2004 if WWE wanted it, and no one would've complained. 20 years later, he's far surpassed that. The GOAT of managers.

@jeffwolfgang6955

Ай бұрын

He could have been 10 years before that for his early work.

Glad the WWE is giving him his flowers now while he's still around. Well deserved .

@Dusterbugless

Ай бұрын

He kept turning it down

@thatboybear

Ай бұрын

Most inductees are still alive. It’s just most get inducted after retirement. Heyman kinda bucked the trend with that one.

@BreakingImageFilms

Ай бұрын

It’s only because Vince was fired and doesn’t call the shots anymore. If Vince was still in charge there’s no way he would let Heyman go on a talk show or be in the hall of fame

@MikeyD727

Ай бұрын

He kept turning the induction down. They wanted him the hall of fame years ago

@natebaxter9551

Ай бұрын

He and Roman did First Take when Vince was in charge ​@@BreakingImageFilms

man... i used to hate paul because he such a great heel manager but now i adore this man what a LEGEND and he deserve every accolades that comes to him

Paul Heyman has the greatest mind in professional wrestling. I grew up watching him. Thank you Paul for all the great memories.

Heyman is the textbook “BS until you make it” candidate

@_Pauper_

Ай бұрын

& the 1st to admit it

@OikPoinFive

Ай бұрын

@johnnycochran1019'3d ago

@csw3287

Ай бұрын

Cornette Should Induct Paul

Can we acknowledge Paul Heyman as an all-time great?

@mayson9817

Ай бұрын

Everyone already knew that 🤔

@batmaneatspizza

Ай бұрын

We acknowledge him already as the goat

@alexanderwatters6556

Ай бұрын

Oh yeah

@KitsGravity

Ай бұрын

He is a big shot in wrestling and highly acclaimed. So everyone gives him credit for that. He is one of the most influential people in the business.

@NK-wy8wp

Ай бұрын

@@batmaneatspizzaidk about GOAT, people throw that word around too loosely nowadays.

Wanna know just how damned good this man is? When he answered Eisen's question about his HOF speech, he was wickedly sly about promoting the WM main event right out of the gate and flawlessly made it feel like a very honest response. Heyman is an absolute master of his craft.

tj bro i felt it when your voice got shaky speaking about and to the greatness that is paul heyman. flowers to you for being able to show such a beautiful soul the respect he deserves

@tjjefferson5973

Ай бұрын

I went on a little too long, but the man deserves his flowers, haha! Thanks for watching!

@sparkitmiguel

Ай бұрын

@@tjjefferson5973 thank you for bringing it every week! love the show, love you guys! man this is awesome. seeing you see this made my whole week

@FrazTHG

Ай бұрын

​@@tjjefferson5973You said pretty much what this die hard old school wrestling fan wanted to say. ECW alone was such a huge part of my wrestling heritage and seeing Paul at The Elks Lodge in Queens NYC give a speech about clearing Cablevision is a memory I'll never forget.

@jackinthebox1990

Ай бұрын

@@tjjefferson5973 you crushed it! Most fans wouldn’t have been able to get anything out haha

TJ left out "Beautiful" Bobby Eaton from the Dangerous Alliance. If they ever decide to create a Paul Heyman Funko Pop, they definitely need a version of him with that iconic cellphone. Great interview, I wish it had been longer. Can't wait for the HOF.

@316EMPIRE

Ай бұрын

Bobby Eaton was the man.

@tjjefferson5973

Ай бұрын

Shoot, I did?? My bad. Much respect to Earl Robert Eaton! Appreciate you watching!

I like that they let him fanboy out with Paul. Hella dope!

@tjjefferson5973

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

I wouldn't doubt Heyman somehow encouraged that photographer to throw bottles 😂

I had the pleasure of meeting Paul when he was traveling the South advertising for ECW's weekly tv show. Even though i was just security that had been assigned to him he still treated me with the utmost respect. He is a humble, down to earth, funny person (sorry if this breaks your kayfabe lol) it was truly a time i will never forget. Truly enjoyed or conversation.

His Vince Sr/picture story sound like how Peter Parker got his job at the paper.

Heyman is where he is because of his tenacity. Good for him. Great story that all can learn from.

Paul is invested heavily in this Bloodline story like a true professional. I just hope he can take a step back and smell the roses for the night of his HOF induction, well deserved.

Even when Rich inserted The Rock into the interview, Paul still made it clear that this is Roman’s time. That’s excellent work right there. He’s one of the greatest managers of all time.

Paul E Dangerously is Top Tier everything as far as Wrestling is concerned! People still chanting ECW 30 years later..most of em who never saw 1 match/show. Crazy that he's still going so strong...but somehow not surprising.!

Hey Paul Heyman ,You've showed real dedication throughout the years ,when you get inducted it's really about you no one else, it's a moment in time to give you recognition and acknowledgement of the hard work and sacrifices you've made to make WWE better throughout the years ,love your heart man

I love how TJ just got to be a fan. You can tell he really respects the history of the business and Paul's place in it.

@tjjefferson5973

Ай бұрын

Appreciate that. I think I might have fan boy'd out a little TOO much, but Hey...it's not everyday you get to chop it up with The Wise Man! Thanks for watching!

@JB-tp6uj

Ай бұрын

​@@tjjefferson5973 Always a pleasure to watch. You guys have great chemistry.

Love how he got into the wrestling business.

I ACKNOWLEDGE THE WISE MAN

Heyman is an absolute treasure, glad hes getting credit now

As a wrestling fan it was so awesome to see TJ light up speaking with Paulie! Thanks for the vid guys I was dying laughing!

@sparkitmiguel

Ай бұрын

same. very touching to see tj get emotional. you can tell he was nervous cause thats someone he respects and probably idolizes so much and we only get very few, if any, chances to do that in our lives

I will forever love this man.👑

Rock's not an attraction because of his global Hollywood reputation, he's the single biggest attraction to WWE right now because of the enormity of his success between 1997 to 2002 as a full time WWF superstar. He's basically doing a Stone Cold - stuck two fingers up at the PG era and is bringing some Attitude back.

@josepheskandrous2567

Ай бұрын

Finally someone said this

@waynetables6414

Ай бұрын

Paul isn’t being serious. It’s a work, he’s putting Roman over. He doesn’t put Rock over because he doesn’t need it

@BluesFanUK_

Ай бұрын

@@waynetables6414 Fully aware it's all a work, i'm sure even Heyman is dying inside having to spew that much BS, but his point on the Rock doesn't really have anything to do with Roman, a better work angle would be the greatest superstar of the Attitude Era elevating Roman to levels we've never seen before (or maybe that would be too laughable for him to say it out loud).

@waynetables6414

Ай бұрын

@@BluesFanUK_ it does have to do with Roman because what Herman is saying is that Roman made WWE so massive that an A list movie star like the Rock had to come and be part of it. He’s setting up their feud. It’s supposed to be ridiculous he’s just being a heel.

The pop for Paul Heyman in philly when he's inducted will be insane

Can you imagine? He's being inducted into the Hall of Fame and he's worried about what the crowd might think. That's the soul of a performer, on display, right there. I can't think of a more deserving individual for the Hall of Fame at the moment and I hope he has many happy years in the business and beyond.

It's amazing that guys like this who you see growing up playing background parts are so phenomenally accomplished in and of themselves

Paul Heyman and Eddie Kingston are two guys you can never quite tell when they’re working you or actually shooting. They slip so easily and smoothly into promo mode, that you’re just sitting there, nodding along, and then go, “Hey, wait; he’s selling a match. When did we pivot?” Dudes are just geniuses on the mic.

@jeffwolfgang6955

Ай бұрын

Heyman is always working us. And to him, it always is a shoot, because he believes it all. It's true even when he is lying.

I have been watching wrestling since ‘79. A total work in progress here, folks. Paul is the best talker/BS-er since Bobby Heenan. A lot of swerving/evading done brilliantly here by the current master. I was laughing a lot during this because so many doors are left open…he’s a very good actor. Looking forward to the shifting tides forthcoming. Good segment well played.

@_Pauper_

Ай бұрын

So accurate

Rich really enjoyed this interview

Can’t believe I’m saying this, but he has a case of being the greatest manager of all time. Never thought anyone would surpass The Brain Bobby. But Pauly is the 🐐 in my book.

@DreamChaser1252

Ай бұрын

Meh....... top 5

@suites.74

Ай бұрын

He gets bonus points for being a booker, owner, and advocate backstage for so many greats. He defended Undertaker when WCW didn't think he was worth it, he fought for Steve Austin before anyone else did. And of course he's the reason CM Punk became champion in WWE

@lpn8585

Ай бұрын

He is numero uno

@DreamChaser1252

Ай бұрын

@@lpn8585 he's not even in my top 5 but you are entitled to your opinion and I'm entitled to mine!!!

@jensjesfjeld6238

Ай бұрын

Respect that but I advise you to study the career of Jimmy Hart.

Paul's appearance on the Rick Rubin podcast is one of the greatest you'll ever hear.

I remember watching Paul in NWA in the 1980s when he was a manager with a mullet holding a cordless phone (used it to whack wrestlers) and now he's bald with a cellular phone to call the tribal chief.

@mambaregime

Ай бұрын

Paul blessed us with prime Missy Hyatt!

@lifeasafanpodcast9529

Ай бұрын

If the gimmick works just upgrade with the times 😅😅

@_BigTimer85

Ай бұрын

Ah yes, who can forget the brick cellphone that he carried everywhere

Good interview. It’s always fun when pro wrestling crosses over into the mainstream. Heyman is one of the greatest talkers of all time. Love listening to him cut promos 😂

Amazing interview and amazing personality Mr Heyman has! Enjoy it

Watching him for decades he is one of the best guys ever. He is a talent that wrestling needed for a long time. And he can cut a promo.

Feel so Happy for TJ. You should clip the TJ segment and make its on video for it. TJ’s awesome. Rich you might want to bankroll a TJ wrestling show on Roku too. He knows his stuff.

The Wiseman speech is going be epic

I can't wait to hear his speech. Love hearing his stories. He's done so much in his career. Everything from helping the future Taker get a meeting with McMahon even though he was working for WCW at the time, running ECW with no money, and eventually managing three of the biggest stars in modern wrestling history. Saying he deserves it is an understatement.

I know even Paul says Bobby "The Brain" Heenan is the greatest manager/talker type role in pro-wrestling. But I do think Paul has earned it to the point that's he practically tied now.

One of the smartest men in not just wrestling but all of entertainment. One of the GOATs of pro wrestling

Great listen.

Mr Paul Heyman the wise man of pro wrestling industry.

Protect this man at all costs. He is a gem A living legend

Damn I wish he was in-studio, amazing interview and well deserved. Heyman had a mind for the business and wanted to change so much about it. A trendsetter and beyond! ECW! ECW! ECW!

Pretty good interview. I'm a little surprised he brought up brock. Heyman is always a fun guy to listen to.

I could listen to Paul tell stories for hours. Good stuff

Legend.

Really great interview

Fantastic interview

Paul Heyman speaking about anything is pure gold! He shoots off the hip so effortlessly and has the whole room laughing our asses off while in awe at the same time.

roman reigns as the tribal chief is one of the key moments proving vince macmahon had lost it. he insisting on roman being cena 2.0 and it wasnt working.

I truly love hearing this man talk about his history in the wrestling business. So much knowledge and insight in that marvelous brain.

Paul E. Is one of the greatest of all time. Definitely the greatest in modern times. Thanks Paul.

King Haku/Meng for WWE HOF '24!

One more have enjoyed hearing about your start as photography, finding your place to fit in, and your journey. Loved what you added to wrestling/sports entertainment. Ladies and gentlemen, gentleman and ladies comes from listening to you. Its kinda a local thing here in Louisville that went worldw 2:56 ide. Keep going. And congrats on your induction into the hall of fame.

Great interview! Live the fact that Paul was out of character throughout this interview, nice to see this side of this great wiseman!

You can hear TJ being so excited I love it!

In the entire history of professional wrestling, if there was one person I could have dinner with it would be Paul Heyman

Imagine seeing Paul E. Dangerously (Paul Heyman) getting a bit role on Law and Order : SVU with Fin (Ice T), Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) or Organized Crime (if this TV show get's renewed) = with Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni). With the latter, it would be a full circle.

Simple.. I see Paul I click

Lived down the block from the Wisemans old stomping grounds (gun hill and reservoir) never knew this!

Paul is the head of the table! Congratulations Paul on the HOF induction!

That’s why Paul never misses when he goes out there. Very few have ever read the room as well as Paul can and he made a career out of always killing it with speeches. He’s the best.

There are G.O.A.TS in every faucet of life but then there is Paul Heyman. He is one of one, there will be no one else like him. Celebrate the moment because whenever does write the final chapter there will be no other that can match him.

Incredible

Paul Heyman took fake it till you make it and turned it into an art. A true legend in the wrestling business and a true visionary.

Paul ...still a class act out of school..i agree about learning as you earn i started to dj in 1986 ... i have guys now who went to school for audio / video that can't do what i do .. keep that same energy Mr. Heyman 😊

Love that Paul isn’t writing a speech. He’s gonna call it in the ring like a true GOAT. 🐐

Congrats on a great career, Wiseman!

PH is one of the best things to ever grace the WWE. Such a powerful guy who for me is largely underrated. Congrats on the induction to the HOF

Quality stuff here from Heyman, as usual. The man sure can speak.

I love that Dusty Rhodes played a key role in Paul Heyman's ascent to wrestling stardom since both are so deserving to be on the Mount Rushmore of Promo-Cutting.

Paul is simply the best. What a HOF speech also

Hope they let Paul talk. He's someone that everyone loves and has a great personality. Long overdue

So excited for him to get inducted in philly. Where it all started with ecw

So well deserved

This was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

i was there in 83 to see them in panama city florida

His hof speech is going to be legendary 🙌

I would love to see Paul Heyman in studio with rich. Watching this live made my week. 😊

@tjjefferson5973

Ай бұрын

I've wanted those 2 to connect for years now. I knew they'd have a great chat. Thanks for watching!

Just here to acknowledge my tribal chief ☝️

Great insight into How Paul got started

The lag from his video but perfect audio quality is hilarious

Epitome of turning passion into work.

I can listen to Paul talk all fn day 😂

Such a good story teller

Cristy, I LOVE your reactions. They are so authentic and well edited. And I love how little you know about the films doing into them. Found you through your Star Wars reaction, watched your Back To The Future ones and now starting with you on your MCU journey! Also followed you on Insta. Keep up the great work!

I agree with you. The Dangerous Alliance is the most unrated wrestling faction ever. Rick Rude, Steve Austin, Arn Anderson, Bobby Eaton, Medusa, Larry Zbyszko.

Legendary.

Even here Paul is putting Roman over. What a legend

There's going to be the biggest pop of the ECW chant the world has ever heard or seen tell me I'm wrong.

Heyman is a legend.

I had no idea about that Vince senior story or the dusty Rhodes story incredible

I could listen him talk about anything and it would be exciting.

Hollywood seriously needs to make his life story into a biopic. From his mother being in a concentration camp during WW2, to the unbelievably unlikely way he got his start in multiple places. If not a major release, a multi episode show for Peacock would be great!!!

Another thing…. I never thought there would be another talent to come along that would surpass Bobby Heenan as the single greatest entertainer in Wrestling….. but it’s Paul. There’s nothing he doesn’t do well. I would only say that Bobby was a tremendous worker as well, that would be his only edge on Paul (And his comedic timing) but all around, the longevity, being literally a hall of fame worthy performer/leader in WCW/ECW/WWE…. Writing, managing, performing…. The epic speeches that made grown men willing to die for him, the promo’s where he instantly got people over , those who got over simply by aligning with him….. he’s never botched anything in the mic, I’d put his mic work up against anyone ever in the business…. I just can’t put this guy over enough. He’s money, always has been…. Always will be.