Then vs Now: Wrestlers Reveal How WWE has Changed
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- Опубликовано: 15 май 2024
- Hear more stories from Mace & Mansoor's wrestling careers on Twitch: / greatblackotaku Also, pick up a MxM shirt here forurwear.com/store/mxm/
I was a WWE wrestler from 2001 to 2005, but the company has changed a lot since then. I sat down with two recently released wrestlers to find out how WWE has changed from then to today.
Hear more stories from Mace & Mansoor's wrestling careers on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/greatblackotaku Also, pick up a MxM shirt here forurwear.com/store/mxm/
MOOVOOFMOON
Great video maven I've been watching since you first video
I want to add that they have a RUclips channel as well for the Twitch VODs! www.youtube.com/@THEINSIDERZTV
Thanks for these brother!!!
Another great video! Keep up the awesome work Maven! I remember I used to watch you on tv when I was a kid.❤❤❤❤
Maven realized he was old when MxM told him they played video games in the conference room and not party with strippers.
I think it has to do with who they’re around. Partying with Woods and Kofi means you’ll probably just play videogames but I’m sure partying with Matt Riddle and Damian Priest would be crazier.
@pk2508 I know, but it's funnier to think Maven's having a "What happened to the game I love" moment.
@@pk2508 I think Xavier Woods knows of some other fun stuff aside from playing video games.
Partying with Woods could also mean you get to fuck Paige lol
@@bosross6992😂😂😂
"Then vs Now" is a good concept for a series. You should bring different wrestlers on every time 👍
Was thinking the same!
hard to do since everyone are busy or just too far away from one another. But for sure great to see werstlers from different generations come on to chat about wrestling
@@dangermanv6133 Maven can always go for the freshly "future endeavored" ones though.
Now we just need forever and we’ll all be together!
@@jaybee5315or newly retired stars like Sting
Respect to Randy Orton for sitting in the locker room even when he has his own bus.
To be fair to Seth, they made it sound like he avoids everyone but in reality they take their daughter with them on the road everywhere at the moment, they would be in the RV with her, I’m sure they still spend time with people but most the time they probably try to make her feel like as normal of a family as they can
There was a recent doc released after his return confirming that he's the current locker room leader. big ups to him because he really needs his warm up time in the bus so that he doesn't pop his shoulders.
@@jayb8342 it's nice that Seth and Becky bring Roux with them and don't have to leave her with relatives or a nanny every week. It'll be difficult once she gets into elementary school in a couple years.
@@Loe_Jist oh for sure! As a new father myself I could NEVER survive working away from my girl for that long I can 100% understand why they’d want her with them, definitely gonna be tricky later on, im thinking once she gets to a higher level of schooling Becky or Seth may start to pull back on their wrestling schedule to focus on her while she’s at school
@@Loe_Jist I wouldn't be shocked if one or both of them started to wrap their careers up when she starts really getting into school. Unless they plan to hire tutors for her on the road to school her as they travel. But that would be a lot of organizing and cost to do so. When she'll be getting into school both becky and Seth will have entered their 40's at that point. And especially for seth who already has a laundry list of injury ailments he's been dealing with for years now. They might be ready to start winding down at that point. As both of them have been bankable stars for significant periods now where they'd both be financially well off and don't NEED to do it anymore. Maybe do a part time thing where they show up here and there, but I doubt they'll be TV mainstays anymore as their daughter starts getting into school and having to be more rooted to 1 location. Neither seems interested in missing out on her growing up.
These guys really enhanced this episode. Hilarious stuff. Have them on again if you can. Great chemistry.
👍🏽🙏🏽 I agree 💯
Mansoor is childish. The other dude is cool
Ribs now: "Haha man I gotcha good"
Ribs then: literally a straight-up felony
😂😂
That's why they are still tougher 😂
@@AngryDad. Yeah dudes who couldn't wake up without 50 percs must have been way tougher than dudes who go through glass raw.
@@drhouse6165 you think they still dont do that? and even then you cant tell me that they take more or rougher bumps than the guys back then; they dont even allow chair headshots anymore
@@AngryDad.Nah, not tough, just insecure and toxic children taking their trauma out on others. After reading your user and comment, you fit that description too.
Honestly, this is a dope idea; a wrestler from years ago and wrestlers from recent years talking about how things are different or how they're the same. It makes for an interesting listen.
Thank you! Appreciate you watching!
@@MavenKHuffmando more of these Maven!
Imagine being one of the modern wrestlers realizing that "we're the Undertaker now". I love wrestling.
This is quickly becoming my favourite shoot channel. Maven has certainly found his true calling as a wrestling content creator. He's a cool guy and knows how to tell stories and keep his viewers interested.
Whats another similar channel you'd recommend?
I'm so glad Mace and Mansoor are still having fun together. They were so entertaining together as a team.
They would have me dying laughing on upupdowndown. They are so entertaining.
Last I checked they're on DPW!
@@Aaron4thwthey wrestled in France recently too
It's good to know that their indies run have been pretty rad!
Yes I loved them!!!
“I was randomly selected, like how I was randomly selected at the TSA” 😂
@@Samlevine111 I just posted something from the video that made me laugh, I’m not sure why it bothers you.
Once he started talking I was like....this is gonna be a airport joke
@@Samlevine111 Why are you so upset about a random comment 🤣
@@Samlevine111 Why would someone get upset at someone highlighting a piece that made them laugh? "Didn't answer my question"stfu dude
@Samlevine111 are you new to YT? Pretty much every video people comment or quote on what they feel is a highlight or funny part.
I liked this video because Maven never asks us to like it.
Haha. Man, I never ask to like ANY of em. That’s a pet peeve of mine. I understand why people do it, but it annoys me…. If you like it, you will click the like. And if you like enough of them, you will subscribe. I’m a simple man. 😂
@@MavenKHuffman That's cool, but to be honest i literally just forgot to like videos sometimes, so I don't mind a reminder haha. But I always like your videos, brother! All the best, Maven!
@@MavenKHuffman Maven, just so you know. People love you cause you're real af, my man.
@@MavenKHuffman I recommend saying it at the end of the video. This video is great, and I definitely liked it at the end. Even subscribed if I wasn't already.
This 28 minute video felt like it was 10. Maven has such a way to keep you captivated that time literally flies by. Love the videos sir. Keep up the great work
literally. I tuned out the video for a when I was driving. When I got back home I saw the video at the 23 moinute mark. I thought I missed 10 minutes of the video but it was only 1 minute. This one was really entertaining and flew by. Could be a great series.
Wait wtf it felt like 5 mins 😭😭😭
MxM/Maven crossover is just what we need!!!
beat that marvel
The boyest of boy stables
What bar
Make MxMxM happen
Yeah, this was better than I expected
Didn't expect to see Mansoor & Mace here, We need more conversations with the current roster.
They actually got released from wwe i September so i wouldnt say current roster
They arent a part of the WWE anymore unfortunately
Good guys
@@extestential6638they are still wrestling so they are part of current rosters
mavens better
The locker room now seems such a better place than it was back during Maven's time
Awesome collab! Mace and Mansoor were a great addition, awesome video as always!
These two have so much charisma, its criminal WWE let them go.
Mansoor's story about the conference room party had me in stitches, when the question came up that was the answer I expected, but when he started preparing the curve ball I got suckered in to thinking "Oh maybe they did party harder then I thought."
Gotta love how a huge chunk of the roster these days are all gamers who grew up loving wrestling.
I agree 💯. Both these guys should still be there. They had me rolling from the moment we sat down.
Funnily enough, that sounds awesome to me
I like how Maven is shocked at their version of fun 😂
Bro is flabbergasted
I have to admit I think I would want to hang with these guys or New Day and play video games than party with Ric Flair. I’d have less of a hangover and still have money in my wallet the next morning. 😋
@@Mr_T_Badgerand not worry about getting caught in a scandal lol
@@Mr_T_Badger Play Mario kart with Big E or get into a fight with a drunken JBL after you accidentally ate his lays classic chips🤔🤔🤔 decisions decisions so hard to decide
@@Mr_T_BadgerRic Flair was on Kill Tony, he's unfunny when drunk lol
Bro you gotta start a regular podcast series. You are SO good with these videos!
🙏🏽🙏🏽 i would like to have something live, where i can interview and answer fan questions as well
This channel has been pretty informative. And the fact that you’ve been there makes it that much more authentic.
Mace and Mansoor seem like absolute top blokes. Tonnes of charisma. Can see them having great careerz
I cant.
@@spielebrocken Ouch
@@spielebrockenrandom hater, watch an indy match you WWE Smark.
@@captaincharismachristian touch grass kid
@@captaincharismachristian literally the mental ability of a 10 year old, good to know kids still follow wrestling
6:15 "The Wizard on the Mountain" gets to decide. Cracked me up.
ΗΑΗΑΗΑΑΗΑΗΑΗΑ that was gold! Still laughing at it
I also like how Mansoor replied how he "gets randomly selected by the TSA".
I liked this video because Mace and Mansoor told me to.
Another great vid, Maven. Really cool to see the differences between your era and theirs. The fact that wrestling "partying" has turned into basically a LAN party is hilarious and fun. Dark Side of the Ring, season 10: Mace, Input Changing Menace.
Dude Maven, this channel you got here is awesome. Really got me tapped back into wrestling and a bit of nostalgia remembering you wrestle and that time period in general. Keep up the great work dude!
Maximum Maven Models is a weird crossover that we didn't expect but now we can't live without. Fantastic video.
Not weird at all, very natural and normal.
The two best wrestler RUclipsr pages.
OK, some indy promotion definitely needs to book Maximum Maven Models in a 6 man tag.
OMGGGGGGG new Faction🤣
Said it before , will say it again , ur a genius for starting youtube , it legit brought a lot of eyes not just to the stuff u post but also ur wwe career
Honestly changed the game for wrestling content lol
Thank you for watching!
I’m not sure he “started RUclips” 😂 but Maven definitely found his lane after wrestling now. His content and numbers will just continue to grow. He is out here in these video streets on 🔥… Best wrestling content this year along with Stevie.
@@MavenKHuffman Np man just keep putting on this quality content , n ill be here supportin ✊🏾 oss!!
N maybe get a cool intro in the future with ur entrance music on it , would be cool i can already manifest it 😂
@@conmanmcgregor1155 I dunno bout the entrance music man.
He'd have to deal with the copyright nonsense.
360K Subs is so cool, dude. I'm happy for you, and I hope the channel continues to grow.
This was a really interesting watch, it's great seeing the contrasts between your time in the WWE and MxM's. Loved the stories and anecdotes. Super fun and entertaining!
“I saw your toy, lotta questions” lmao that took me out Maven is 🔥
😂😂😂😂… what’s funny is, we NEVER ever spoke about it!
@@MavenKHuffman Better that way. 🤣🤣
@@MavenKHuffman
Although you and her may not have ever spoke about it but I bet you she did to her friends. OHHHHHHH NOOOO!!!
Maven has NAILED the RUclips thing.
These guys were really fun and informative. I'ma definitely check them out now. This was a great vid Mave. Thanks as always.
"Thats not a rib! Thats assault!"
Mansoor is fucken hilarious 🤣
"Were there strippers dancing while you were playing these games?" LMAO
That had me dying 😂
LMAOOOO!!!!
@@jstube3268 Hahahaha!!! You should see the enthusiasm in Maven's face descending.
Maven got hit with a sad reality lmaooo
@@jmira4372 Sad? These wrestlers were enjoying themselves. Literally nothing "sad" about it.
"WE FUCKIN' STUMPED YA!" 😂😂
He sounded like a Bushwhacker for some reason to me when he said that 😂
The comedic timing had me rolling lmao
This was a really well-done video. Great guys and great questions that really help to show the differences between WWE now and how it was back when you were there.
One of your best videos to date! These 2 are such cool people. I'd love if the then vs now concepts continue, and the questions for current wrestlers 🔥
Ngl, it’s heartwarming to know that now wwe superstars chill by hosting videogame tournaments in the hotel lobby rather than what legends used to do back in the day lol 😂
old guys like taker lament that shit but it's great that the locker room isn't a potential murder scene nowadays
@@mmgvii8076Undertaker actually said last year he was wrong about his previous comments and is glad things are actually better now culturewise and health wise
@@acecashman1237 everyone can learn
its what losers do sit in a room playing games all day
@@HPLovesCraftsCatYeah, I'm sure these super buff well-paid wrestlers are losers😂
When Maven asked if the boys were drinking "Zima" and Mace and Mansoor didn't know what he was talking about, I too felt old and I am only 40! LOL!!!
42 and same. 😋
It stopped production in 2008. Thats before my time, and before theirs.
I’m 45 and know of Zima.
Zima was big when I was at university. Shame it is only available in Japan now.
You want to really feel old, mention Bartles & Jaymes or Calvin Cooler. I think the cultural equivalent of ZIMA today would be Whiteclaw.
I saw one of your videos on my thumbnails and it looked interesting, so I checked it out.
I was not expecting what I saw. And I just kept clicking the next one. These videos are so informative. And you are not who I expected you to be.
You saying that if someone hates you thats alright, but they will do it alone, told me everything about you!
Class act!
Another good video, appreciate the transparency.
As someone else said, this could be some kind of series going forward, even a normal chat gives that relaxed laughing vibe.
Maven is simplicity personified.respect
'We were losers',-proceeds to reinforce this with the clip at 0:57 😂😂 Fucking hilarious.
Did you hear what they did for fun? That also further reinforced it.
@@elhajjmalikel6266 imagine not being a degenerate junkie
@@elhajjmalikel6266WTF you talking about? Even some of the guys who actively did the partying have said that shift was the right one. Scott Hall comes readily to mind as someone who said a lot of guys who died probably wouldn’t have if the culture hadn’t promoted partying and substance use the way it did back then.
@@TheComicBookJoker Obviously I don't mean engage in substance abuse. These guys are just lame. The tall dude looks fruity and the shorter dude is very nerdish. They didn't even have chicks around.
Maven! Loved the video. So much has changed and we need more videos like this. Keep it up brotha
this was really interesting to watch, really didnt want it to end. please do more of these then vs now videos
MxM are pure gold. Maybe the greatest Maven episode ever. Greetz from Hessen, Germany.
Yeah, I had a blast spending the afternoon with both of them. Sky is the limit for them both
Damn the "Guys go into it" with the blank paper just made me crack up. Another banger of a video Maven!
One of the most important videos on the channel. Considering Maven was there 2001-2005 and it has been 20 years it’s interesting to see the comparisons
This was a hilarious collab. Y’all work great together! I hope to see more of this 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
This is now my favorite video on Maven’s channel
thanks for bringing Mace and Mansoor on. They were so hilarious while also being insightful.
AJ Styles is def on the HGH
Most definitely
Randy too. Anyone after getting injured on that shit
@@calixbessanh3223 it helps you heal and recover quicker
I think LA Knight and Drew too especially when you consider they're in or near their 40's
Surprised no one said Bobby
This was a great watch. I learnt a lot here. I would love to see a re-visit to this with an older wrestler who may have been on and off over different generations who can give more detailed explanations!
This was such a great idea Maven! Loving your fresh content ideas!
21:15 That's crazy! 😂 These guys were in middle and high school when Punk did that promo.
Literally sitting in Dallas F/W airport when Maven tells his “new toy” TSA story and peeing myself laughing… “They think that not only I can’t fly without it, it has to be on top”. Holy hell that’s the funniest story . Needed that laugh Mav… thank you
😂 That makes it even better. That you are at DFW 😂
Fantastic idea and interview. Love to see this as a regular series eventually. You’re crushing the RUclips game, Maven! 😅
It always put a smile on my face when I hear stories of Randy Orton, from veterans and the new guys. It amazes me how that young man with loads of backstage and private problems has somehow become this sort of locker room leader which he looked up to himself. Never would have thought. Over 20 years in WWE and only in his mid 40's.
randy orton would beat u up in a real fight i bet
I think his current wife really straightened him out. Sometimes a man just needs the right woman in their life
That's who men follow. Not dorks who played video games
@@Michael15_25no
@@AngryDad. your a dork and half of a man u flex on the internet real men don't do that ... real man wouldn't be bothered cuz another plays video games a real man wouldn't be a hypocrite . a real man wouldnt randomly say something unrelated on the internet just to insult people. real men don't hide behind a screen they show their real name face and address
18:10 maven black side came out 😂😂🔥
Facts😂😂
Maven is black!? Lol
he pulled a roman reigns on them
😂😂😂
This was a really great informative and entertaining video. I hope you can do some more of these.
By far the best episode. I like the compare/contrast of the generations. Mace and Mansoor have a great energy and it complements your style.
I would really like to see this type of episode once or twice a month. If it's more like this or reviewing the latest PPav/PLE.
Keep up the great content.
Wow... I remember these two from their time in WWE but they are way more charismatic and engaging in this video. I wish they got their change to truly shine. I hope this happens in the future. I wish them well.
They had a funny online show called Making it Maximum where they are just as hilarious and charismatic. They're doing well on the indies now, which is nice to see.
This guy simply produces must watch content for pro wrestling fans
Hey Maven. Really liked the concept. Both the guys are very likeable. Enjoyed the video. Keep going and all the best !
I love your content man. It’s so nice to hear behind the scenes stuff
That tekken pizza party mace & mansoor sounds like my dream as a child raised in the early 2000s haha
Hey, that sounds like a good time *now*, and I'm 40+ with 2 kids.
Man! I love the fact Mansoor and Mace are doing well, They come across so genuine, they should be doing some form of backstage work or WWE network show
This vid was excellent. Two great guests who didn’t hold back. Awesome. I didn’t know these guys as wrestlers but I’m glad I do now.
Thank you for your videos Maven. Very interesting stuff. I never thought it changed so much in those +20 years. 😱
Watching wrestlers from two different locker rooms, different times still connecting and cracking each other up is great.
I absolutely love the “then versus now” kind of episode, I hope you guys do more of these in the future
Man I really enjoyed this , thanks Maven and i hope you do another like this !
Maven I remember watching you on tough enough and I remember watching you as a kid now I'm an adult and I'm in my 30s don't watch much wrestling anymore but I am addicted to your videos and the insight they bring to the business thank you man for everything don't stop I've learned so much from you.
congrats on 350k maven, 500k soon to come, your content is very entertaining and informative and top tier quality, keep the videos coming
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Friday at noon? It’s Maven time!!! Best part of my lunchbreak on Fridays.
I didn't know lunch breaks still existed lol
Appreciate you!
Lol same, just ate my enchiladas
or Friday at high noon as Maven might say (it's in the video)
@@marcohavokkhaos Mandated by law.
Amazing content, didn't know if you were ever going to get this idea. Was always curious if things stayed the same. Surprised they shared everything. Good interview.
great video as usual, always bringing new content and new ideas🤙 whether you’re a fan or not this is a really good product
thank you!
Mansoor and Mace are more entertaining in real life than in wwe. Great episode.
Triple H needs to sign them and let them be themselves
@@GameTime-yj6qv No, these guys are lame. They're better gone.
@@elhajjmalikel6266nah they deserve a second chance fr. They obviously have chemistry and theyre doing good on the wrestling side. I wouldnt sign em right away but they definitely should keep their eyes on em.
I'm CRAVIN MAVEN
Same here. His channel is my SAFE HAVEN..
@@baseche9253 The rythm is perfection
PAUSE !
AYOOOO
@@el-machete-77 we gettin in da Maven section
Hats off for the creative, original videos! No two are the same and we appreciate it.
You should seriously continue this then and now and continue to do comparisons with current or recently released superstars because your videos keep getting creative maven
Mace and Mansoor are some of the funniest people I have seen in a while. Please have them on again, maybe play some Tekken with them lol
what about art ross he played 3 games in the nhl in like 1917 hes funny i think idk i never heard a joke of his
That new payment system is SUS.
The bucket system doesn't make much sense. WWE is greedy and doesn't want to pay well.
Perfectly explains why it seems the majority of the main roster does OK
I mean if you aren’t wrestling and aren’t popular or aren’t selling shirts then atleast they get the minimum. If you are doing well then why not there’s no cap .
It's more balanced overall but definitely abusable
@@KaitouKaijuhow? the only abusable part is the at home payment and if you have to take advantage of that then you’re probably getting released anyway lol
EXTREMELY informative. Thanks for this Maven. Youre yhe man btw! Loved your work back in the day (sorry that made us both sound old lol)
This was an amazing episode. I’ve always been such a big fan of Mace and Mansoor as they are both so funny and well spoken that I hope nothing but great things for them in the future. I feel good that the future will be brighten for them.
This is 110% the best video you put out Maven, just a bunch of vets shootin' the shit. Thanks alot for this one.
Agree, funny as hell too.
he features in a better video with the island boys
This was so nice to hear. Mace and Mansoor seem like such great guys.
You can probably revisit this again in a few years with someone that's working for WWE during the Endeavor/post-Vince era.
This was a great convo I hope u bring them back for some more vids and also collab with more current wrestlers
I'm loving the Maven content since this channel came around! Great Collab with M&M! Keep it up
So glad to see that everyone is well, post WWE. This video reminds how much the APA is missed.
This was such a fun watch, I honestly didn't expect this and apologises for that. I absolutely loved the video and both Mansoor and Mace.
LoL yooooo. Im halfway through this video and i absolutely love this collab! I had no idea i was gnna dig it as much as i have so far. Great work boys
This was sooo good fellas! Great job everyone. Thanks Mave!
Triple H should bring these 2 back, and give them more freedom to show their personalities , they seem entertaining on youtube ...
Exactly what I was thinking. Let them be themselves
Nope WWE has enough small guys
@@rvaldemar23 Mace is 6'8"
@@rvaldemar23tf u yappin? are u like vince?? just like big oiled steroid guys ?? phaahaa
The only person in WWE who's free to show his personality is The Rock and they censor the hell out of him.
As a fan who only got back into wrestling in 2023, and as much as Mace and Mansoor were very insightful, I think it would also be a great idea to find out the differences recently, pre and post the firing of You-Know-Who. I would like to know if Hunter has implemented any changes since he and TKO have taken over fully. Great videos as always, Maven!
Wow, great interview. Really enjoyed this one
I was already a fan of this channel BUT IM SO HAPPY TO SEE MACE AND MANSOOR!!! Loved those guys on upupdowndown. Truly hilarious and would love seeing them in any compacity. Great video. Much love Maven.
15:00 nice Big Hurt reference 🤣
What a great segment this was, maven you should deff do more stuff like this.
Love the contrast between the two eras and how different WWE is now compared to before. Very insightful
This is your best video by far! I learned so much! What great chemistry!