Insight with Chris Van Vliet

Jeff Cobb (JC Mateo) On WWE Release, MFTs, Face Paint, Return to NJPW, Lucha Underground Nov 10, 2026 1:05:53 Jeff Cobb (@jeffcobb) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE and NJPW. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Las Vegas to discuss being released by WWE, why he signed with WWE after previously turning them down, being a part of the MFTs and wearing face paint, representing Guam in the Olympic Games, being Matanza Cueto in Lucha Underground, why he returned to New Japan, wrestling

AskCVV #160 - Crown Jewel Predictions, John Cena Classic, Rhea Ripley's Return, Best Championship Designs Nov 6, 2026 1:15:48 Welcome to AskCVV #160! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet gives his bold predictions for WWE Crown Jewel and answers questions about the John Cena Classic, why John Cena was wearing his "uniform" on Raw and NXT and not a suit a tie, the return of Finn Balor's Demon, favorite Championship belt designs, the funniest wrestler ever, when Rhea Ripley will return to WWE and much more! Quote I'm thinkin

Jason Sensation: Hilarious WWE Impressions! Owen Hart, Stone Cold, Ric Flair, Macho Man, HBK & More Nov 5, 2026 1:24:49 Jason Sensation (@jasonsensationx) is a wrestling impersonator featured in WWE in 1999 and 2000. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to do some of his hilarious impressions of wrestling legends like Ric Flair, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Owen Hart, Shawn Michaels, Booker T and many others! He also discusses how he was discovered by WWE and got signed during the Attitude Er

Raquel Rodriguez: Women's Intercontinental Champ, Judgment Day, Kevin Nash Comparisons Nov 3, 2026 1:04:24 Raquel Rodriguez (@raquelwwe) is a professional wrestler and the reigning WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet at Insight LIVE in New Orleans to discuss winning the Intercontinental Championship and her custom barbed wire title, giving John Cena the Tejana Bomb at Survivor Series, wanting to win a World Championship, the longevity of The Judgment Day, compariso

AskCVV #159 - John Cena Returns, Best Moments Of 2026 So Far, Sami Zayn's Championship Reign Oct 30, 2026 1:06:15 Welcome to AskCVV #159! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about whether John Cena's return this upcoming Monday should have been a surprise, what the John Cena Classic might look like, the best moments in pro wrestling so far in 2026, could Sami Zayn join The Bloodline at Survivor Series: WarGames, a hint for who the big guest will be on Episode #1000, could Chelsea Green beat Liv

Grayson Waller: NXT Championship, Pipebomb Promo, CM Punk, Leaving The Main Roster, Shawn Michaels Oct 29, 2026 1:00:09 Grayson Waller (@graysonwallerWWE) is a professional wrestler and the reigning WWE NXT Champion. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Stamford, CT to discuss returning to NXT and winning the NXT Championship, why he doesn't see the move as a demotion, his viral promo in NXT and how Shawn Michaels reacted, his passion for running, doing the world's toughest mile with Ivy Nile, still wanting to go h

Sami Zayn: WWE Championship, The Bloodline, Roman Reigns, Kevin Owens, El Generico Oct 27, 2026 2:18:17 Sami Zayn (@samizayn) is a professional wrestler and the reigning WWE Champion. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Orlando, FL to discuss winning the WWE Championship twice after more than a decade in the company, being part of The Bloodline and becoming an Honorary Uce, the huge reaction to hitting Roman Reigns with a chair, the story behind the "not feeling very Ucey" line with Jey Uso, his Wr

AskCVV #158 - Predicting Adam Copeland's Final Opponent, Is CM Punk's 2nd WWE Run Better Than His 1st?, Best Ring Announcers Oct 23, 2026 1:02:42 Welcome to AskCVV #158! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about whether CM Punk's second run in WWE has surpassed his first, if The Rock vs. Roman Reigns is still a viable option for a potential WrestleMania match, over/under 100 days until Penta cashes in his MITB briefcase, who Adam Copeland's final opponent will be, the AEW debut of Ilja Dragunov, the best character change in 2

Cody Rhodes: Street Fighter, Randy Orton Punt, His Final WWE Contract, Dusty Rhodes Impressions Oct 22, 2026 1:09:20 Cody Rhodes (@americannightmarecody) is a WWE professional wrestler and actor. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Atlanta, GA to discuss playing Guile in the new "Street Fighter" movie, dressing up in costume complete with Guile's hair at the movie's premiere, signing his last WWE contract, how long he intends to wrestle for, reacting to Dan Soder and Will Sasso's impressions of Dusty Rhodes, re

Drew McIntyre: WWE Return, Hollywood Roles, CM Punk Hatred, Favorite Claymore Kicks Oct 20, 2026 1:12:12 Drew McIntyre (@dmcintyrewwe) is a WWE professional wrestler and actor. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss his role in the upcoming ReelShort film "Agent of Shadows" as well as his roles in "Hexed" and "The Last Druid", working with Henry Cavill on "Highlander", what's next for him in Hollywood, preparing for a WWE return, getting more muscular during his time off, his v

AskCVV #157 - What's Next For LA Knight?, Penta & Tiffany Stratton Win MITB, Camelo Hayes Joins The 946 Oct 16, 2026 1:09:04 Grab a brand new Chris Sharp Micro Brawler at https://cvvmerch.com Welcome to AskCVV #157! On this one, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about what's next for LA Knight after losing his match against Roman Reigns at Money In The Bank, why Tiffany Stratton won the women's MITB ladder match, Penta's incredible custom briefcase with pyro, fantasy booking what a Money In The Bank ladder match durin

Kaitlyn: WWE Divas Champ, AJ Lee, Why She Said "No" To A WWE Return, Life After Wrestling Oct 15, 2026 1:22:20 Celeste Bonin (@celestebonin) is a professional wrestler best known for her time in WWE as Kaitlyn. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Houston, TX to discuss joining WWE with no pro wrestling experience, her friendship with AJ Lee, winning the Divas Championship, Michael Cole burying her NXT match on commentary, wrestling Vickie Guerrero, how the spear became her finisher, why an in-ring return

Maria Kanellis: WWE Divas Era, Wrestling Kurt Angle & Umaga, Pregnancy Storyline, 24/7 Champ, Santino Marella Oct 13, 2026 1:16:53 Maria Kanellis (@mariakanellis) is a professional wrestler best known for her time in WWE. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss her journey from the Diva Search to wrestling in WWE, how the ditsy interviewer character was pitched to her, having matches with Umaga and Kurt Angle, posing for Playboy Magazine, her return with her husband Mike Kanellis, her pregnancy being us

AskCVV #156 - MITB Bold Predictions, Breakout Star of 2026, The Attitude Era's Unsung Hero Oct 9, 2026 1:00:34 Join me at the next Insight LIVE! Get your tickets at https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #156! On this episode Chris Van Vliet gives his predictions for who will win at Money In the Bank in New Orleans and answers questions about who the WWE breakout star of 2026 is, who was the unsung hero of the Attitude Era, would you rather have John Cena's last match or dethrone Roman Reigns, will The Deat

Chad Gable: El Grande Americano, Mask vs. Mask, Intercontinental Champ, Penta, Kurt Angle Oct 8, 2026 1:32:01 Get tickets for the next Insight LIVE! https://cvvtix.com Chad Gable (@wwegable) is a professional wrestler and the WWE Intercontinental Champion. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Minneapolis, MN to discuss his Intercontinental Championship win at SummerSlam, becoming El Grande Americano and the epic mask vs. mask match in AAA, now hitting the prime of his in-ring career, wrestling Kurt Angle

Scotty 2 Hotty: Too Cool, THE WORM, Attitude Era, Rikishi, Brian Christopher Oct 6, 2026 1:19:54 Get tickets for Insight LIVE this Friday in New Orleans! https://cvvtix.com Scott Garland (@thescottgarland) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE as Scotty 2 Hotty and now works as a backstage producer coach in AEW. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Orlando, FL to discuss The Attitude Era, how he was paired with Brian Christopher, Rikishi joining Too Cool, how The Worm bec

AskCVV #155 - PAC Tribute, Jaida Parker's RAW Debut, 946 vs. The Bloodline, Trick Williams' Next Feud Oct 2, 2026 1:02:18 Join me at Insight LIVE in New Orleans on October 9th! https://cvvtix.com Happy Friday! Welcome to AskCVV #155! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about PAC's best matches ever, Jaida Parker's Main Roster debut on RAW, whether Naomi will return soon and which storyline she will be part of, if another member will be added to 946, if Money In The Bank should be considered one of the

Booker T's Hilarious NXT Commentary, Trick Williams, Stone Cold Feud, Stephanie Vaquer Oct 1, 2026 1:11:04 Booker T (@bookert5x) is a pro wrestler, announcer, and 2-time WWE Hall of Famer. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Houston, TX to discuss being an NXT announcer and why it is more fun than being on the main roster, how he got the role as a commentator, his calls getting the likes of Trick Williams and Stephanie Vaquer over, being chased by Stone Cold while playing bingo in church, The Shockmas

Joe Hendry On His New Album, Musical Background, Logan Paul Feud, Danhausen, WWE Goals Sep 29, 2026 58:59 Joe Hendry (@joehendry) is a professional wrestler on the WWE Raw brand and a musician. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss his new album "Beyond Belief", how the project came together, holding every championship for the "Give Joe Hendry Every Single Belt" video, his viral song "Tables, Ladders and Chairs", the segment on RAW with Danhausen, wanting to continue feud with

BONUS: AJ Styles Interviews CVV - Brock Lesnar, Fav Video Games, Chelsea Green, Best Interviews Sep 26, 2026 1:03:21 Chris Van Vliet was recently a guest on "The AJ Styles Show" with hosts AJ Styles and Tony Joles. The episode highlights AJ Styles' career and his current role in training talent at the Performance Center, alongside a detailed recap of SummerSlam, covering events like the return of Randy Orton, the showdown between Gunther and Nick Aldis, and Chelsea Green’s success in the women's ladder match. Th

AskCVV #154 - Is LA Knight The Next World Champ?, PWI 500 List, Top 5 Matches Of 2026 So Far, Wild 946 Theory Sep 25, 2026 1:05:26 See you at the next Insight LIVE in New Orleans on October 9! https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #154! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet dives into questions about LA Knight possibly becoming the next WWE World Heavyweight Champion and a wild theory involving 946, the PWI 500 list and who made the Top 10, what wrestling looks like if the pandemic never happened, the trend that is happening with

Apollo Crews: WWE Release, Nigerian Character, WrestleMania 37, IC Title, Uhaa Nation, What's Next Sep 24, 2026 1:41:10 Get tickets for the next Insight LIVE! https://cvvtix.com Uhaa Nation (@apollowwe) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE as Apollo Crews. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Orlando, FL to discuss being released from WWE after 11 years with the company, what's next for him, winning the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 37, the origins of his Nigerian royalty chara

John Cena (Best Of CVV) - Farewell Tour, Heel Turn, Never Seen 17, Gunther, The Rock, Favorite Match Sep 22, 2026 1:26:35 Join me at Insight LIVE in New Orleans on Friday, October 9! Get tickets at https://cvvtix.com John Cena (@johncena) is a professional wrestler and actor signed to WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at West Coast Creative Studio in Hollywood, CA in this interview from December 2025 to discuss the last match of his legendary career, planning his Farewell Tour for 3 years, turning heel and the

AskCVV #153 - Penta vs. Roman Was INCREDIBLE, Sami Zayn Is WWE Champion Again, Stephanie Vaquer Wins In Chile Sep 18, 2026 1:01:32 Join me at the next Insight LIVE on October 9 in New Orleans! https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #153! On this one, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about Sami Zayn winning the Undisputed WWE Championship for a second time and who he will defend it against next, the incredible match between Penta and Roman Reigns for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship on Raw in Mexico City, who the next In

Perry Saturn: Moppy Was A Punishment, The Radicalz, Terri Runnels, Eddie Guerrero, Mike Bell Incident Sep 17, 2026 1:12:40 Perry Saturn is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE, WCW, ECW and TNA. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Minneapolis, MN to discuss his new YouTube channel, being a part of The Radicalz group that made the jump from WCW to WWE, being given the Moppy storyline and who came up with the idea, the infamous match with Mike Bell, his battles with addiction after leaving WWE, gettin

Lil Yachty: WWE Debut Match, Trick Williams, SNME, Gingerbread Man Segment, Celebrities In Wrestling Sep 15, 2026 1:26:13 Lil Yachty (@lilyachty) is a Grammy-nominated rapper who has been making appearances in WWE since March 2026. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Atlanta, GA to discuss his WWE debut against Baron Corbin at Sunday Night's Main Event, how much he hurt after the match, his real life friendship with Trick Williams, if he wants to wrestle more matches, being a massive CM Punk fan growing up, being re

AskCVV #152 - Bronson Reed Returns, Roman vs. Penta, Johnny Gargano Wakes Up, Early MITB Picks Sep 11, 2026 1:07:06 Get tickets for the next Insight LIVE! https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #152! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet talks about the fallout of Sunday Night's Main Event and answers questions about what's next for Bronson Reed, who will win between Roman Reigns and Penta for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, what happens if RVD doesn't get pulled over in 2006 and is forced to drop the WWE and

Will Ospreay: All In, AEW World Champion, Kenny Omega, Neck Surgery, 5 Star Matches Sep 10, 2026 1:00:31 Will Ospreay (@willospreay) is a professional wrestler and the current AEW World Champion. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Allen, TX to discuss winning the World Championship at All In, making history as the first English World Champion to win the title in England, the emotional video package narrated by his mom, how he celebrated his big win, returning from his neck surgery in time for Wembl

Rob Conway Hated His Theme Song! La Résistance, Fired By Vince McMahon, Randy Orton Sep 8, 2026 1:19:54 Rob Conway (@therobconway) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss having early matches with John Cena and Brock Lesnar in OVW, how he was selected to be in the La Résistance faction with Sylvain Grenier and René Duprée, fans hating the group, why he doesn't like his "Just Look At Me" theme, being fired on live TV by

AskCVV #151 - SNME Predictions, Will Ospreay Wins At All In, Best Theme Songs With No Lyrics, Grayson Waller Is NXT Champion Sep 4, 2026 1:02:35 Join me at Insight LIVE in New Orleans on October 9! https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #151! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet gives his predictions for the first ever Sunday Night's Main Event and answers questions about whether Bronson Reed will return, Will Ospreay winning the AEW World Championship at All In, the best theme songs with no lyrics, Mount Rushmore of "Big Fight Feel" wrestlers,

Chelsea Green: WWE Women’s Champion, SummerSlam Win, Rhea Ripley, Broken Orbital Bone, Matt Cardona Sep 3, 2026 1:12:13 Chelsea Green (@chelseaagreen) is a professional wrestler and the Interim WWE Women's Champion. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to discuss her big win at SummerSlam, her emotional promo on SmackDown, what happens when Rhea Ripley comes back from injury, being featured on WWE Unreal and Michael Hayes' comments about her on the show, wanting to do a hair vs. hair match

Dexter Lumis: WWE Release, Wyatt Sicks, Why He Never Talked, What's Next, Samuel Shaw Sep 1, 2026 1:26:29 Samuel Shaw (@thesamuelshaw) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE as Dexter Lumis. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss why he didn't talk in WWE, the inspiration behind his psychotic character, how he became a part of The Wyatt Sicks, being in one of the few wrestling weddings that did not end in disaster, working with The Miz, getting released by WWE

AskCVV #150 - Cody Rhodes With Paul Heyman?, OTM Debut, Royce Keys Heel Turn, AEW All In Predictions Aug 28, 2026 1:05:26 See you at the next Insight LIVE in New Orleans! Get tickets at https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #150! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet discusses a possible heel turn from Cody Rhodes and what it might look like if he aligned himself with Paul Heyman, he also answers questions about whether Je'Von Evans could be the youngest Intercontinental Champion ever, if Leon Slater will beat Nic Nemeth

Trish Stratus: 25 Years Of Stratusfaction, Attitude Era, Lita, Loading Screen, One More Match Aug 27, 2026 1:08:03 Trish Stratus (@trishstratuscom) is a professional wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet live in Toronto, Canada to discuss her historic WWE career, having to follow Hulk Hogan vs. The Rock at WrestleMania 18, winning the Women's Championship 7 times, main eventing Raw with Lita, the story behind the loading screen photo from "SmackDown 2: Shut Your Mouth", her infamou

Nunzio: Little Guido, ECW, Slapping Brock Lesnar, Undertaker Last Ride, Cruiserweight Title Aug 25, 2026 1:16:32 James Maritato is a professional wrestler best known for his time in ECW as Little Guido and in WWE as Nunzio. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in New Jersey to discuss which name he is better known as, how he was able to make it in wrestling despite being undersized, slapping Brock Lesnar in a backstage segment, his iconic Last Ride from The Undertaker, winning the Cruiserweight Championship at

AskCVV #149 - Oba Femi vs. Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed Return?, Best MITB Winners, Early Survivor Series Predictions Aug 21, 2026 1:03:22 Welcome to AskCVV #149! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about the feud between Oba Femi and Bron Breakker and who will ultimately win their match at SNME, will Paul Heyman align himself with Oba Femi, when Bronson Reed might return from his bicep injury and who his first match will be with, Mount Rushmore of Money In The Bank winners, why The Rock vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan is CVV

JBL & Ron Simmons: DAMN!, APA, Eddie Guerrero, BRUTAL Clothesline From Hell, Crazy Road Stories Aug 20, 2026 1:10:14 John Layfield (@johnbradshawlayfield) and Ron Simmons (@ronsimmonsofficial) are retired professional wrestlers and WWE Hall of Famers. They sit down with Chris Van Vliet in Minneapolis, MN to discuss the formation of the APA, how the door became a part of their backstage set, Ron Simmons' historic world title reign, John Layfield winning the WWE Championship as JBL, how "Damn!" became Ron's catchp

Je'Von Evans Wants To Be WWE Youngest Champ, Randy Orton, Crazy OG Cutters, WrestleMania Debut Aug 18, 2026 1:03:30 Get tickets for the next Insight LIVE! https://cvvtix.com Je'Von Evans (@wwjevonevans) is a professional wrestler on WWE Raw. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Minneapolis, MN to discuss starting wrestling training at just 13 years old, wrestling Randy Orton on NXT, being the first person younger than the Elimination Chamber to compete inside the structure, possibly being the youngest World Ch

AskCVV #148 - Zilla Fatu's WWE Debut, I Hit The ROCK BOTTOM!, Roman Reigns' Opponent In Mexico City, Best Custom Title Designs Aug 14, 2026 1:04:00 See you at the next Insight LIVE on August 21 in Toronto with Trish Stratus! https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #148! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about Zilla Fatu making his NXT debut, how long it will be before he joins The Bloodline, CVV hitting the Rock Bottom on Richard Holliday at Booker T's Reality Of Wrestling, the official start and end dates of The Attitude Era,

Amazing Red: TNA Hall Of Fame, Why He Never Went To WWE, X Division, Inspiring A Generation Aug 13, 2026 1:08:32 Amazing Red (@amazingred_iod) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in TNA, ROH and House Of Glory. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Orlando, FL to discuss being inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame and why he didn't expect it, returning to TNA after 15 years to compete in an Ultimate X match, being one of the most influential wrestlers of the past 20 years, how he invented the Code

Nikki Cross: WWE Release, Wyatt Sicks, Nikki A.S.H., Women's Championship, PROGRESS Wrestling Aug 11, 2026 1:23:30 See you at Insight LIVE on August 21 in Toronto with Trish Stratus! https://cvvtix.com Nikki Storm (@nikki.storm08) is a professional wrestler best known for her time in WWE as Nikki Cross. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Orlando, FL to discuss her journey from being an extra on WWE TV to signing with the company, her multiple personas including Nikki Cross, Nikki A.S.H. and Abby The Witch,

AskCVV #147 - SummerSlam Surprises, Green Shirt Guy, Brock Lesnar Retires (For Real), What's Next For Oba Femi Aug 7, 2026 1:09:56 Welcome to AskCVV #147! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet gives his thoughts from his point of view sitting in the front row at SummerSlam on Night 1 and answers questions about what the biggest surprise from SummerSlam was, what's next for Oba Femi, Chelsea Green becoming the Interim WWE Women's Champion, who will induct Brock Lesnar in to the WWE Hall Of Fame, favorite Brock Lesnar match, who the

Joe Gacy: Wyatt Sicks, WWE Exit, What's Next, "The Most Illegal Move In The History Of Wrestling" Aug 6, 2026 1:08:33 Joseph Sawyer (@joe_gacy) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE as Joe Gacy. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Orlando, FL to discuss him and the rest of the Wyatt Sicks being released by WWE, the group's incredible debut, winning the Tag Team Championships, memories of Bray Wyatt, his controversial NXT persona that became mainstream news, being part of "the most illegal mov

The Undertaker: WrestleMania Streak, Worst Chokeslam, AAA, The Rock, Hell In A Cell w/ Mick Foley Aug 4, 2026 48:28 The Undertaker (@undertaker) is a retired professional wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at Fanatics Fest in New York City to discuss his role in AAA and the legendary El Grande Americano mask vs. mask match, his favorite matches from the WrestleMania streak, the story behind his Old School move, who took the best and worst chokeslam, dragging Hulk Hogan with his mo

AskCVV #146 - SummerSlam Predictions, Grayson Waller's NXT Promo, Mike Santana Is Now Cruz Montana Jul 31, 2026 1:10:53 What's up Real Real Ones! Welcome to AskCVV #146! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet gives his bold predictions from SummerSlam and who might be the surprise return, he also answers questions about why Mike Santana had to change his name to Cruz Montana, Grayson Waller's recent promo on NXT, early MITB picks, Mount Rushmore questions in general, emotional moments in interviews and more! Quote I'm

Nick Aldis On Facing Gunther At SummerSlam, What's Next, Cody Rhodes, Getting RKO'd By Randy Orton Jul 30, 2026 1:33:28 Nick Aldis (@nickaldis) is a professional wrestler and the General Manager of SmackDown. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss his match against Gunther at SummerSlam, whether he thought a match in WWE was actually possible, how he became the General Manager of SmackDown, if he was considered to face Randy Orton at WrestleMania, if a match with Cody Rhodes might be possible

Matt Cardona Is Back In WWE! Returning As Zack Ryder, Chelsea Green, His INSANE Figure Collection Jul 28, 2026 1:03:50 Matt Cardona (@themattcardona) is a WWE pro wrestler competing on SmackDown. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Orlando, FL to discuss returning to WWE after almost 6 years away, his 2025 return as Zack Ryder in the John Cena tournament, possibly teaming up with his wife Chelsea Green, only needing the WWE Championship to be a Grand Slam Champion, how much his figure collection is worth, and mor

AskCVV #145 - CM Punk & Cody Get Heated, Big Cass' WWE Return, Nick Aldis vs. Gunther, Best Wrestling Video Game Ever Jul 24, 2026 1:04:44 Welcome to AskCVV #145! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet recaps SNME's and the fallout between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes, he also answers questions about Fanatics Fest NYC being interviewed by Stephanie McMahon and interviewing The Undertaker, what will happen between Nick Aldis and Gunther, the next "Paul Heyman Guy", predicting the order of the matches at SummerSlam, Mount Rushmore of bald wrestle

Dragon Lee: AJ Styles Tag Team, Sitting On Undertaker's Bike, Unmasked By GUNTHER, Rey Mysterio Jul 23, 2026 58:53 Dragon Lee (@dragonlee95oficial) is a professional wrestler and former WWE Tag Team Champion. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in London, England to discuss his journey from Mexico to WWE, being a second-generation wrestler, the meaning behind his mask, winning the tag titles with AJ Styles, fans referring to the team as "AJ Lee", sitting on The Undertaker's motorcycle and what happened next, get

AJ Styles On Retirement, Gunther, Hall Of Fame, John Cena, One More Match? Jul 21, 2026 1:34:18 AJ Styles (@ajstylesp1) is a retired professional wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss his retirement match with Gunther at the Royal Rumble, why he didn't wait until WrestleMania, if there were ever plans for a retirement tour, his phenomenal match with John Cena in Australia, being inducted into the Hall of Fame, his son Avery Styles follo

AskCVV #144 - Who Turns Heel: Cody Or Punk?, SNME Predictions, Big Return At SummerSlam Jul 17, 2026 1:06:50 See you at the next Insight LIVE! Get tickets at https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #144! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about the feud between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes and who could turn heel, whether there needs to be a stipulation in the SummerSlam match with Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns, predictions for Saturday Night's Main Event at Madison Square Garden, Mount Rushmore

Gangrel On The Brood, Attitude Era Stories, His Epic Entrance Theme, Edge & Christian Jul 16, 2026 1:14:32 David Heath (@gangreldavidheath) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE as Gangrel. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss being a trainer at Rusev's KECH Pro Wrestling Academy, still wrestling today and how much longer he wants to keep going for, why he hasn't worn a white shirt in over 20 years, why the Attitude Era was so incredible, the rumor about why

Ethan Page: Main Roster Debut, Intercontinental Champ Goals, Chelsea Green, The Rock Promo Jul 14, 2026 1:16:48 Ethan Page (@official_ego) is a professional wrestler and a member of the WWE Raw roster. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in London, England to discuss being a tag team champion with Cody Rhodes in Alpha-1 Wrestling, MJF hitting on his sister, winning the North American Championship in NXT, getting a custom Canadian Title and hating the Lance Storm comparisons, why his pairing with Chelsea Green

AskCVV #143 - CM Punk's Surprise Champion Win, What Happens To Sami Zayn?, Kenny Omega Beats MJF For The AEW World Title Jul 10, 2026 1:14:06 See you at the next Insight LIVE! Get your tickets at https://cvvtix.com Welcome to Ask #143! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about CM Punk returning on Raw in Chicago and winning the WWE Championship, what is next for Sami Zayn, who will CM Punk face at SummerSlam, is Brock Lesnar really Mr. SummerSlam, Kenny Omega beats MJF for the AEW World Championship, what the main event

Finn Bálor: THE DEMON, Universal Championship, Judgment Day, Bullet Club & Why He's Better Than Ever Jul 9, 2026 1:31:13 Finn Bálor (@finnbalor) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE and NJPW. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in London to discuss his journey from Ireland to WWE, if he thought about leaving New Japan earlier than he did, winning the Universal Championship and vacating the title the next day, how he stays in great shape, getting his head split open at WrestleMania 39, his last-min

The Great Khali: WWE World Champ, "The Longest Yard", Undertaker, Punjabi Prison Match, Hall Of Fame Jul 7, 2026 1:05:22 The Great Khali (@thegreatkhali) is an actor and WWE Hall of Famer. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Houston, TX to discuss being one of the most famous people in India, how he got signed by WWE, debuting with The Undertaker, transitioning from a giant into a comedy character, starring in movies "The Longest Yard" and "Get Smart", the origin of The Punjabi Prison match, winning the WWE World H

AskCVV #142 - Sami Zayn Is WWE Champ, Oba Femi Chooses Brock Lesnar, What's Next For Cody Rhodes Jul 3, 2026 1:03:47 See you at the next Insight LIVE! Get tickets at https://cvvtix.com Welcome to AskCVV #142! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet discusses the fallout from Night Of Champions and the winners of both King and Queen Of The Ring he also answers questions about Sami Zayn winning the WWE Undisputed Championship, Oba Femi giving up his title shot to face Brock Lesnar in a Hell In A Cell match at SummerSlam

Jeff Jarrett On Creating TNA, Being Fired From WWE, Chyna, AEW, Taylor Swift Babysitting His Kids Jul 2, 2026 1:39:25 Jeff Jarrett (@RealJeffJarrett) is an AEW wrestler, WWE Hall of Famer and the founder of TNA Wrestling. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Nashville, TN to discuss him and TNA being featured on "Dark Side of the Ring", being fired on WWE TV, where the six-sided ring came from, his current relationship with Dixie Carter, wrestling Chyna in WWE and TNA, his favorite guitar shots, being inducted in

Brian Cage On Choosing AEW Over WWE, Having The Best Body In Wrestling, Wanting To Be AEW Champ Jun 30, 2026 1:29:13 Brian Cage (@briancage) is a professional wrestler in AEW. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at West Coast Creative Studio in Los Angeles, CA to discuss winning the Mr. Nevada bodybuilding competition, being cast in the new Steven Spielberg movie "Disclosure Day" with Lance Archer, recovering from a knee injury, his AEW return, wanting to become AEW World Champion, giving Sting his first bump in A

AskCVV #141 - Night Of Champions Predictions, KOTR & QOTR Picks, Early MITB Thoughts, Greatest Minds In Wrestling Jun 26, 2026 1:18:57 Welcome to AskCVV #141! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about WWE Night Of Champions and makes a case for who should win both King and Queen Of The Ring. He also discusses who could possibly win Money In The Bank, the biggest takeaway from the recent interview with Paul Heyman, Jason Statham's appearance on Raw, the greatest minds in the history of pro wrestling, what the main e

Big E: The New Day, Career Ending Injury, Becoming WWE Champion, BIG MEATY MEN SLAPPING MEAT Jun 25, 2026 2:09:03 Preorder Big E's new book "How I Got Over" at https://howigotover.com Ettore Ewen (@WWEBigE) is a former WWE Champion and panelist best known as Big E. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Oakland, CA to discuss his upcoming memoir titled How I Got Over, why now was the right time to write the book, overcoming many physical and mental struggles over the course of his career, winning Money in the

Paul Heyman On Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, ECW, Failed "Paul Heyman Guys", Triple H Jun 23, 2026 2:07:55 Paul Heyman (@HeymanHustle) is a pro wrestling manager and WWE Hall of Famer. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Stamford, CT to discuss how he brings out the best in the wrestlers he advocates for, being aligned with top stars such as Brock Lesnar, CM Punk and Roman Reigns, how he became Roman Reigns' Wise Man, why Curtis Axel and Cesaro didn't work as "Paul Heyman Guys", being in the ring with

AskCVV #140 - Best King Of The Ring Winners, Dream Matches That Never Happened, John Cena Hall Of Fame Induction Jun 19, 2026 1:01:40 Welcome to AskCVV #140! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet discusses the chances of Oba Femi winning the King Of The Ring Tournament and whether it will be IYO SKY, Charlotte Flair or Liv Morgan who will become Queen of the Ring. CVV also answers questions about the greatest dream matches that never happened, who the best King Of The Ring winners were of all time, favorite interviews, Danhausen's ri

Layla On LayCool, Co-Women's Champion, Becoming A Mom, Piggy James, Diva Search, Leaving WWE Jun 18, 2026 1:09:25 Layla (@mslayel) is a retired professional wrestler best known for her time in WWE. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet at West Coast Creative Studio in Los Angeles, CA to discuss why she has returned to wrestling conventions after being away for so long, why she left WWE in 2015, if she is open to one more match, how winning the Diva Search started her WWE journey, being paired with Michelle McCoo

Shawn Michaels (BEST OF CVV) - Mr. WrestleMania, Legendary Matches, Classic Matches, NXT Jun 16, 2026 1:11:52 Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) is a retired professional wrestler, 2-time WWE Hall of Famer, and the Senior Vice President of Talent Development, Creative at NXT. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Las Vegas, NV in this interview from September 2025 to discuss the transition from wrestler to running NXT, what looks for in a young Superstar, the 2 defining eras of his in-ring career, his epic ma

AskCVV #139 - TWO Oba Femi Matches At SummerSlam?, Judgment Day Breakup, Heidenreich Interview, AEW Mount Rushmore Jun 12, 2026 1:03:40 Welcome to AskCVV #139! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about whether Oba Femi could win King Of The Ring and also face Brock Lesnar for TWO matches at SummerSlam, predictions for both King and Queen Of The Ring, who the next WWE Champion under the age of 30 will be, Mount Rushmore of AEW wrestlers, the best play-by-play commentators in wrestling, will The Judgement Day break up

Heidenreich On That Michael Cole Segment, Undertaker Feud, Poetry, Legion Of Doom, Life After WWE Jun 11, 2026 1:21:32 Heidenreich (@JonHeidenreich7) is a retired professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in New Orleans, LA to discuss how the viral photo of him working at Walmart made this interview happen, playing professional football before signing with WWE, how poetry became part of his character, being managed by Paul Heyman, his infamous Michael Cole segment, feu

Cathy Kelley On Rhea Ripley, WWE Backstage Interviews, Training At The Performance Center, SmackDown Jun 9, 2026 1:07:36 Cathy Kelley (@catherinekelley) is a broadcaster and backstage interviewer with WWE. She sits down with Chris Van Vliet at West Coast Creative Studio in Los Angeles, CA to discuss being knocked over during the brawl between Liv Morgan and Stephanie Vaquer, training at the WWE Performance Center and possibly getting physical in WWE, her emotional moment when R-Truth made his return, being backstage

AskCVV #138 - El Grande vs. El Grande! King & Queen Of The Ring Picks, Where Is CM Punk?, Gunther Got Screwed Jun 5, 2026 1:06:03 Welcome to AskCVV #138! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about Clash In Italy and the outcome of the Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther match, the incredible mask vs. mask match between El Grande Americano and The Original El Grande Americano, who the most famous wrestlers of all time are, what's next for CM Punk when he returns, will Randy Orton be competing for the WWE Championship, the b

LA Knight On What's Next, AJ Styles Incident, Brock Lesnar, US Championship, Slim Jim, Max Dupri Jun 4, 2026 1:14:02 LA Knight (@RealLAKnight) is a WWE professional wrestler and former United States Champion. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Stamford, CT to discuss winning the United States Championship, brawling with AJ Styles at the WrestleMania 40 media day, what if he joined WWE 10 years ago, how he became the Slim Jim guy, how much longer he intends to wrestle, possible retirement, eliminating Brock Les

Gary Vaynerchuk Is A Huge WWE Fan! Macho Man, Jake "The Snake", Bret Hart, Wrestling Collectibles Jun 2, 2026 1:24:19 Gary Vaynerchuk is New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, investor, and public speaker. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at West Coast Creative Studio in Hollywood, CA to discuss how wrestling influenced his videos, where his pro wrestling fandom began, why Bret Hart is a better businessman than you, why he believes Macho Man Randy Savage is underrated as a wrestler, wanting to buy the

AskCVV #137 - Clash In Italy Bold Predictions, Oba vs. Brock 2, El Grande vs. El Grande, Early KOTR Predictions May 29, 2026 1:08:36 What's up Real Real Ones! Welcome to AskCVV #137! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet gives his bold predictions for Clash In Italy and answers questions about whether Jacob Fatu will beat Roman Reigns, if Oba Femi will remain undefeated, the build up to El Grande Americano vs. Original El Grande Americano in their mask vs. mask match at Noches de Los Grandes, MJF beating Darby Allin and becoming the

Brian Myers On WWE Losing Streak, TNA, Training The Rock, MJF May 28, 2026 1:05:43 Brian Myers (@Myers_Wrestling) is a professional wrestler signed with TNA and previously competed in WWE as Curt Hawkins. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Indianapolis, IN to discuss being a veteran in the TNA locker room, wanting to become the TNA World Champion, his WWE losing streak and why he didn't want it to end, the origin of the name Curt Hawkins, having his own wrestling school that t

Carlito On WWE Exit, Judgment Day, NASTY Bron Breakker Spear, Backlash Puerto Rico, Possible Return? May 26, 2026 57:47 Carlito (@Litocolon279) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Indianapolis, IN to discuss his WWE exit and leaving the same time as R-Truth, his time in The Judgment Day and his many one-liners, taking a massive spear from Bron Breakker, if a WWE return might be on the cards, an interesting piece of Carlito merchandise, being asked to sign

AskCVV #136 - Brock Lesnar Is NOT Retired, Will MJF Be Bald?, SNME Predictions, Danhausen Uncursed The NY Knicks May 22, 2026 1:08:31 What's up Real Real Ones! Welcome to AskCVV #136! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet answers questions about Brock Lesnar's return on Raw and whether or not he was actually retired, who will win in the hair vs. title match between Darby Allin and MJF, if The Street Profits will beat The Vision and become the new WWE World Tag Team Champions, predictions for Saturday Night's Main Event in Fort Wayne,

Hilarious WWE Impressions w/ Dan Soder & Will Sasso! Macho Man, Jesse Ventura, Hogan, Andre, Stone Cold May 21, 2026 1:41:09 Will Sasso (@willsasso) and Dan Soder (@dansoder) are actors and comedians. They sit down with Chris Van Vliet at West Coast Creative Studio in Los Angeles, CA to give us their hilarious impressions of Macho Man Randy Savage, Jesse Ventura, Hulk Hogan, Andre The Giant, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Dave Chappelle and more! They also discuss their shared love of wrestling, thoughts on the Hulk Hogan d

Rico On Billy & Chuck, WWE Debut At 40, Ruthless Aggression, Early Matches With John Cena & Brock Lesnar May 19, 2026 1:26:41 Rico Constantino is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Arizona to discuss the many jobs he's had on top of being a pro wrestler, winning American Gladiators, starting wrestling in his late 30s, wrestling John Cena and Brock Lesnar in OVW, how he became Billy and Chuck's manager and The Stylist, why he was released from WWE, his appearance i

AskCVV #135 - The John Cena Classic, Who Will Dethrone Roman Reigns, Breakout Stars of 2026, Best SummerSlam Matches Ever May 15, 2026 1:15:07 What's up Real Real One! Welcome to AskCVV #135! On this episode, Chris Van Vliet recaps Backlash and answers questions about the reveal of Danhausen's mystery partner, the rules of the John Cena Classic, who will dethrone Roman Reigns & Cody Rhodes, the greatest SummerSlam matches of all time, the breakout stars of 2026 and much more! Quote I'm thinking about: “The difference between something

Joe Hendry: "Fire Logan Paul", Main Roster Debut, John Cena Match, WrestleMania Moment May 14, 2026 1:12:56 Joe Hendry (@joehendry) is a professional wrestler and a member of the WWE Raw roster. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at Insight LIVE in Tampa, FL to discuss his latest parody song "Fire Logan Paul", future plans for more parody songs, how he hilariously messed up a WWE try-out, why he decided to dye his hair blonde, making his WWE main roster debut, his WrestleMania 41 match with Randy Orton,

Jimmy Wang Yang: Vince McMahon Forgot He Fired Me, Asian Redneck Gimmick, Ruthless Aggression Era May 12, 2026 1:16:17 James Yun (@jimmywyang) is a professional wrestler best known for his time in WWE as Jimmy Wang Yang. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Indianapolis, IN to discuss how meeting DDP on Halloween led to the start of his pro wrestling journey, Vince McMahon forgetting he had fired him, how he was pitched the Jimmy Wang Yang character, wrestling as a flying Elvis in TNA, running a party bus company,

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