I've been really loving Maven's channel since he launched a few weeks ago. He really knows how to tell the story, no pun intended, and bring you into the world of wrestling with the way he speaks and his delivery. I really appreciate the genuine insight that he gives us that grew up watching wrestling.
I worked in the indies around the same time Maven was in WWE. I spent about 6 years bumping every weekend, taking chairs to the skull, breaking tables with my spine, etc. Now I too have three bulging herniated discs, deterioration, a messed up neck.. I’m only 41.. I feel like the last three minutes of this video really spoke to me. Nobody really seems to understand the impact it has had on my life. Thank you Maven.
@@gangstadrz9326because that’s how they got noticed or sometimes the places tbey wrestled at more were more hardcore driven. On the indies you’re trying to get noticed and you’re going wherever you can get booked so they like to “leave it all in the ring”
This was a normal guy who wanted to be a wwe wrestler like so many of us. He went and accomplished this goal then came back and told us about this Dream experience. Truly sacrificing his body for our entertainment as well as our education 🍻
1:43 I remember seeing Maven as a bouncer, and I was a fan of his as a kid. But I felt that he just wanted to do his job and didn't want the attention so I respected that and entered the venue. It makes me so glad that things have come full circle and he's thriving delivering this awesome content. He's in his element and firing on all cylinders. And props for him for staying strong during adversity.
There was a time after Maven left the WWE and came into a circle of friends who were close to me. We were friends with Maven for a few years before he moved to New York. I have to say, he was a pleasure to be around and we always wanted the best for him. He was a genuine, talented soul who made an impact on all of us. It’s unfortunate that we lost contact with him years ago. Seeing him in this light is amazing. He know who we are and we will never forget you Maven. God bless you ❤
Maven addressing the incident from 10 years ago when he was a bouncer in NYC is very classy. I am going to assume anyone reading my message knows about the Reddit post in question, which is still up and searchable on Google. The TLDR version is that someone recognized Maven in 2013 as he was bouncing and Maven told them to take off in a mean, not-so-Maven way. We can assume Maven looked this up as well, saw it, felt bad, and made this short apology in the first half of this video. Cheering you on Maven. 🙂
Two observations: 1) Maven is now big enough to have sponsors, well done 2) you can totally see how he worked for a home shopping network, that pitch was slick ha ha
I can't even imagine the pain someone like Ric Flair who wrestled upwards of 50 years or Terry Funk who had been through 200 retirement matches (exaggerated i know) and the struggles with pain they went through daily. Thank you for the years of entertainment during my teenage years Maven (and also now in my adulthood too!)
Ric Flair said in an interview last month thats he's actually in very little physically pain. He said he doesnt even know why because he's taken a lot of bumps.
Maven, your channel has been such a gem. There are many channels about wrestling, but yours is so well thought out, well edited, excellent audio quality, and spoken from the heart. I'm so happy to see it growing and now sponsored! Well done!
Unfortunately money hungry Matt cardona mentioned on his podcast that hehas been encouraging maven to riddle his videos with ads so enjoy them now before they they become unbearable to watch.
I constantly judge myself in how I managed my time in the days before my mother passed. I felt like I didn't do enough, wasn't there enough and it haunts me to this day. I wasn't a WWE superstar, I was managing a normal hectic life of work, kids and bills. The video of you hugging your mom really hit home. I have come to realize, 12 years after her passing that I did the best I could and, like you, she didn't judge me near as bad as I judged myself. Love your channel. Keep up the positive vibes, my friend.
She lives through you and watches over you daily. She would want you to be at peace. It’s not your fault it was just the circumstance. Love you even tho I don’t know u but your story hits me. Stay strong bud
My brother was taken 5 years ago. We were throwing a huge surprise BDay for our grandma. Had I not gone to the gym that morning ( my normal Saturday routine) I would have been at his house and would have been able to drive him to run his errand. Instead he left walking and never returned. I’m still haunted by this.
This has to be the most honest retrospective on wrestling I've ever heard. I wish you a long fruitful life, and that you're not constantly in pain. Cheers from Libya.
Libya has to be most amazing thing I have heard in a while. To think my videos reach you that far around the globe blows my mind. Thanks for supporting
Yes I've been watching wrestling all my life and I remember seeing you eliminate the Undertaker in Royal Rumble thinking wow! Fast forward to 2023 I saw your videos and I've been a follower ever since. @@MavenKHuffman
I can't give more due to money being tight. But I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. I've been a fan of wrestling as long as I can remember. I'm only 25 now but I vaguely remember WWE during the early 2000's. I'm sorry to hear you are in pain, it puts it into perspective that wrestling is truly a sacrifice that you entertainers give us fans. Forever grateful!
Man you really missed the best years of wrestling. Fortunately WWE’s streaming service makes it possible to see what you missed. The late 90’s was a beautiful time to be a professional wrestling fan.
Wow! You have literally followed me almost your entire life! That just shows how old I am. Hahahah… i thank you for helping us make these even when $ is tight. I understand that and appreciate it. I wish you all the best and appreciate you more than you know. 🙏
Man I have to say, with my mom going through everything she’s been going through lately Hearing your speech made me tear up badly. I respect you and I’m thankful for you
2 months, over a 100k subs and your first sponsor!!! Absolutely crushing it man. I’ve really never followed wrestling at all, but your openness, honesty, charisma, delivery and production quality are top tier. I never miss a video!
It sucks to hear that Maven has so much chronic pain & had that terrible experience with that guy trespassing and pointing the gun. Totally transparent and a great speaker in every video. Can't wait to see more, Maven!
This shows just how amazing Maven is. I actually remember reading a "what are WWE wrestlers like in real life" Reddit post & someone mentioned meeting Maven when he was a bouncer. The commentor said Maven seemed to not want to talk about wrestling and seemed jaded/angry. So, for Maven to bring this out to the open on his own and to apologise for it shows how big of a person he is. Love your content Mave, thank you for entertaining us, and of course we are not always at our best ❤
Damn, the guy trespassing and pointing the gun at him is what really got me, made me mad honestly. To have someone threaten you and someone you love in that way, that would drive me in the wrong direction. I’d just want to find out who he was and return the favor. Hope you feel a little more safe nowadays, Maven.
@@MillyBitchellAnd you made this determination based on what? Does Maven have a history of telling fake stories? As the other guy said does he stand to gain in some way by lying? He said his ex girlfriend was with him so why would he make up a story that his ex could clearly debunk? And lastly would you tell him this to his face?
@@neneshubby because this is the first time anyone has heard this story, and it’s a sketchy story. Some guy shows up to threaten him with a gun, doesn’t take anything, and tells him he could kill him whenever he wants? Sounds very unlikely. If this really happened, it would have been a major story in the news or dirt sheets.
That #1 really hits hard. Thank you, Maven, and everyone else who wrestled in that ring for everything you've done for our entertainment. And as a wrestling fan, if I could have just one wish come true, it be that none of that pain was real.
Man. Broke my heart hearing you say you might not make it past 65. Really love these videos since you came on RUclips. Gives a great perspective on the other side of the ring! Thank you Maven!
You're a great dude Maven. Love how humble you remained after all you have been through in life.. a lot of past wrestlers became miserable and bitter but its great to see how positive you still are.
I've really grown to appreciate this channel. The insight and the humility is top tier. Congratulations to you maven and hope your channel grows exponentially.
Maven, your likeability stock has just gone through the roof. I was really moved by your personal experiences. Very brave of you to relive them for our sake. Respect!
Maven I'm sorry to hear how hard things were fof you in 2013, I had a bad period of time in the same time, relationship ended, lost my job, had to move, glad you got there and are doing better now, it's always tough but great getting through the other side.
This is the most real content. It would be nice if WWE could give Maven a part time role, he clearly is still passionate about pro-wrestling, and he’s winning over everyone with his honesty.
Maven, I gotta say your channel has been a revelation to the wrestling industry! I look forward to hearing more and more every week. I also love the positivity despite the many after-effects. Hope you keep doing well for yourself!
Maven, I grew up in England with the attitude era as my grand introduction into the world of professional wrestling; watching the likes of Austin, Rock, Mankind; hell, even Vince winning the title. Yet I remember you eliminating The Undertaker from the rumble as if it were yesterday. For someone to undergo a radical transformation from rookie to being forever etched into wrestling history with one move was awesome. Here we are all these years later and I'm hearing the tales you tell, the experiences you've shared with countless others, the highs and the lows. Your honesty and willingness to be open about everything that your career entailed is downright refreshing. I'm sure a lot of us have watched interviews/ documentaries about in ring careers and life on the road; but your take and general outlook on the whole thing is amazing. Keep providing us with this amazing content and insight into the world of a vastly underrated performer.
The funny thing is that after Maven eliminated him, Taker took Maven out of the ring but he didn't go over the top rope... meaning that Maven was never eliminated from the Royal Rumble. Based on that the match never ended that night, as Triple H wasn't eliminated either. One of them must have gone over the top rope at some time in a subsequent match though... It is possible that Maven was in fact the real winner.
I am dealing with the same exact pain and bulging/ herniated discs in the same regions of my neck and much like your experience it came out of nowhere like a, "slap in the face" and it also came in at the exact same time yours did, back in '17. Living everyday struggling to get out of bed in the morning really affects quality of life so I can sympathize with you there, brother. But knowing I have a family to provide for is what makes me push through it, and I have a very low pain tolerance. If you had a specific routine or exercise or stretch you do that alleviates some of that horrible pain I'd appreciate your advice, man. I used to watch you back in the day as a kid, I still even have your action figure somewhere in my old things.
Hey maven! I fully understand the last part of your list. I was a former powerlifter that was able to bench 425 and squat and deadlift 610. I injured my left shoulder twice and it’s probably never going to ever be the same. I’m in a lot of pain and being in healthcare now, it doesn’t seem to help. Although my spine is currently okay, I can only imagine what you’re going through. Thanks a bunch for your amazing content!
The growth of this channel has been crazy. Maven got to a silver play button with less than 20 videos. Already has over 8 million views. That's some serious growth. Good for you, maven. I am really enjoying the content.
Hey Maven. I've said it already but you are doing an amazing job with your RUclips videos. Just your outgoing personality alone is enough to attract viewers. I can definitely tell that you are truly an amazing person. From your accent to the way you present yourself are just awesome. You are going to have a long and illustrious career here on RUclips. Again you were always extremely fun to watch back then and even more so now. Keep up the incredible work Maven and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
I honestly find your stories amazing, and the way that you're telling them is really showing that no matter how hard life is one can get through it. Trust me you could talk about anything and get people interested
Hearing about the long term injuries of wrestling are heartbreaking. Makes me glad I got into personal training and focusing on knee, shoulder and back pain. Keep strong Maven 💪🏽
Can vouch for Maven being happy that you come up to him. We used to work on the same floor earlier this year until July and we got to speak a couple times. He was very friendly. I tend to not want to bother public figures as a NYer but when you see Maven all the time while you’re both working, you gotta say hi eventually. Was great to meet you Maven. Hope things are still going well at the place you’re working at. Be well.
Listening to Maven discuss his pain struggles opened my eyes to what Jeff Hardy (When he retires), Shawn Michaels, Edge (when he retires completely), and Undertaker most likely experience every day. I simply couldn't imagine going through life with that level of discomfort and pain.
Love your content Maven, i remember reading about you being a doorman but to hear it from your mouth and say you were embarrassed (which you shouldn't be) really hit me and shows just how much your life can change. Wishing you all the best.
I'm really enjoying your channel. Thank you for opening up and sharing. I suspected it was a different and difficult life. Kudos to you for following your dream.
That transition from sponsorship back to video goes to show how of an incredible storyteller he is! It would be so interesting to see them on mic without having the creative control by WWE once in a while!
Brotha, I can’t thank you enough for the gift. We actually put a decent amount of $ into these videos (props, renting a house, lighting, etc) please know that your thoughtful gift will help us make more. And one day we are going to even add a donation component. I wanna help St Jude’s & animal organizations! They both have my heart…. Nonsense ( lol… LOVE THAT BTW) you helped us get closer to that my friend. TAKE CARE BROTHA!
@@MavenKHuffmanMan I remember when you were on The Surreal Life with the looks you had I was thinking man he will for sure get the hot chicks on the show lol.
Maven I just wanted to say this to you in case nobody has recently, what you did for your mother while she was sick is amazing, busting your ass so she doesn’t have to spend ANY of her own money when she traveled, much respect to you sir, miss you in the WWE though, stay healthy brother, much love!
In a world where we seemingly have faaar too many wrestling personalities with their own Podcasts… Your channel is one of the few that are very pleasant and awesome to watch and listen to. Your stories. Your experiences. Not some weird anecdotes or personal opinions on the current state of the business. Thank you sir! Look forward to the next video every time.
Maven, I grew up in England with the attitude era as my grand introduction into the world of professional wrestling; watching the likes of Austin, Rock, Mankind; hell, even Vince winning the title. Yet I remember you eliminating The Undertaker from the rumble as if were yesterday. For someone to undergo a radical transformation from rookie to being forever etched into wrestling history with one move was awesome. Here we are all these years later and I'm hearing the tales you tell, the experiences you've shared with countless others, the highs and the lows. Your honesty and willingness to be open about everything that your career entailed is downright refreshing. I'm sure a lot of us have interviews/ documentaries about in ring careers and life on the road; but your take and general outlook on the whole thing is amazing. Keep providing us with this amazing content and insight into the world of a vastly underrated performer.
If one RUclipsr deserves to start getting sponsored it’s Maven. He genuinely comes across as an honest down to earth guy. His channel has blew up. The same as his wwf/wwe career should have. Well done mave 🎉
uhhh no why are u so entitled if only one youtuber got sponsers it should bee the one who geets the most views that would mak sense why should company only go to the smaller guy that makes no sense u dont know how marketing works
It’s awesome to see you still doing good and looking healthy! So glad to see you taking your talents from pro wrestling to being a RUclips content creator! You’re a natural.
Just had to talk about your mom man. Made me cry and call mine. I’m in the hospital 51 days now with broken tibia and fibs plus fascoitomie on each calf. Just wanted to tell her I love her. Thank you Maven.
Thanks for addressing the incident where you worked as a bouncer and a fan got a terrible interaction. I saw the comment on one of your previous videos, as I’ve been bingeing on most of them since coming across your channel in the past week. You’re a pretty cool dude!
I glad Maven you’ve become a RUclipsr. You makes videos about your own experiences in the WWE when you were there. You give insight to not only fans but people who may not be wrestling fan, you also make the information digestible. Plus your voice has this tone where you speak clearly and it’s easy to understand. Can’t wait to see where you go in the future, wishing you the best.
Crazy we living in a world where Maven and Stevie Richards are becoming actual youtubers…with great content😂 and they both popped out of nowhere at the same time too
You know you made it big when companies start using your channel for promoting. Might I add, it was the best transition I’ve seen on a video in a long time. Congrats on the success!
Living with chronic pain is no joke. I totally understand Maven. Brother, I take 55+ pills a day due to my injuries from my military service. Do I have friends & family supporting me like my doctors keep thinking I do?! Oh, HELL NO!! I thank God for my beautiful and supportive wife!!! When you described your pain, I felt it. It’s what I go through daily. It’s been non-stop for me for at least: about 17-18 years now. I feel you. I feel bad I stopped watching WWE while you were on because I was deployed, but I’m learning a lot and enjoying your content. Thank you; thank you very much.
I remember seeing Maven on HSN. I never got to see Maven as a kid on TV wrestling or in person because I was probably too young to remember or attend shows. My first exposure to Maven as wrestler was a few years ago when I watched New Years Revolution 2005. It’s weird how people you’ve never met end up being a part of your life no matter how small. Now I’ve watched all of your videos and I’ve been subscribed since the beginning of your RUclips journey. I can’t wait to see more. Very insightful stuff!!
I didnt watch a ton of wrestling during the time you were in but I am very aware which is what initially brought me to this channel. Getting to know you, watching your videos and interviews recently, you seem like a really stand up guy. I appreciate your honesty and willingness to explain things so well.
Dude your killing it on here. I vaguely remember you from watching WWE when i was younger, i cant believe they let you go because you are a great talker and front man. Come across as very articulate, i can only assume you have refined all of this since leaving but man if i were them id be trying to get you back on board. Great job, love your content
Despite all of the difficulties that came from being a WWE wrestler, at least you're the first ever winner of Tough Enough. The man who eliminated Undertaker from the Royal Rumble 02, and got beat up by him, you're a former Hardcore champion, and almost won the World championship from Triple H etc. So nobody could take that away from you, you made your mark Maven !!
You were and are one of my favorite wrestlers, best drop kick of the business! And yeah Man the pain thing is not a joke. I took a German suplex from a rookie he pulled me wrong, threw me in my shoulder. My left shoulder went out of place. I can even see my bone moved out of place. And it hurts every cold morning I feel it. While I love wrestling, I’m not sure if I will ever come back.
I can’t imagine how some wrestlers and former wrestlers even get up and walk sometimes hearing the shape their bodies are in and the surgeries to hear they have been through or going to go through!
okay, that sponsor transition was REALLY well done. i'll be honest, i DID skip it because that's what i usually do, but i'll give credit where credit is due, that did NOT feel like i was being conned into anything haha, that was a REALLY well done transition and you should be proud of that.
Very few can understand how difficult it must be to not be able to compete anymore...especially when you've made it to the highest level. But, coming from someone that watched you in the 2000s, I feel that you are more relevant to the business now than ever. Keep it up Maven! We love ya🤘
Hey if you have no regrets then it was all worth it. Everything happens for a reason and the fact that you are accepting the consequences of your career is a good step to a good life. Wishing you all the best Mave.
I remember I was walking around in NYC and I just so happened to pass by that nightclub you mentioned and I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw you sitting outside I was unexpectedly starstruck. I was a huge fan of yours and I when I addressed you you shook my hand and asked what my name was. I think I mentioned i had your action figure and feeling embarrassed and regretted saying that lol. It was a really great interaction and it made my night and made like you even more. You're such a genuine man.
Still think Maven’s elimination of Undertaker at the 2002 Royal Rumble was one of the coolest rumble moments I’ve ever seen. I think it’s such a shame WWE didn’t use that to begin building a gimmick and look into the character. It was such a missed opportunity.
Bruh i knew it was a matter of time before Maven was killing it on the sponsor game … you got a voice and Charisma that would pay a lot money … good to see u cashing in champ
I'm a veteran. your number 1 is what I've lived with. i just had my 8th surgery . i have 3 take discs in my spine and now bulging discs...i have two sons and am disabled its a fight. i hate life but live for them. i used to watch you and an glad you are doing well
Maven should come back to tv as a manager!!! He is hot online right now. He can cut a promo as good as ever right now, and would be a good mentor backstage.
So happy that you were able to beat your addictions to oxycodone & hydrocodone Maven! I know those pharmas are tough to stay away from, stay strong & love your channel 🙌
@@animal1nstinct394not really. He admitted it was fellow wrestlers that “helped” him with his back problems. Plus that schedule WWE puts wrestlers through is grueling! Can’t imagine being on the road more days in the year than being at home
Maven will 100% live past 65. He got out of the business young. Even with his injuries during his time in wrestling, the fact that he's so agile at his age now is a good thing. Keep your chin up, we believe in you Maven!!
I’m not surprised you’re subscriber count is rising! Very well spoken and intelligent, haven’t aged a bit! The videos are so well edited! See you at a million Maven!
Apologizing for not being nice during the roughest time of his life. Sign of a good man.
Yeah he seems like a decent guy.
I think i saw a comment somekne made in one of his videos about seeing him as a bouncer and he wssnt aso nice so i guess he reads the comments
@@theprodigaltrueExactly what I was going to comment. That comment was in the video where he explained how the wrestlers are paid.
@@theprodigaltrue yes I read that comment too
I've been really loving Maven's channel since he launched a few weeks ago. He really knows how to tell the story, no pun intended, and bring you into the world of wrestling with the way he speaks and his delivery. I really appreciate the genuine insight that he gives us that grew up watching wrestling.
I worked in the indies around the same time Maven was in WWE. I spent about 6 years bumping every weekend, taking chairs to the skull, breaking tables with my spine, etc. Now I too have three bulging herniated discs, deterioration, a messed up neck.. I’m only 41.. I feel like the last three minutes of this video really spoke to me. Nobody really seems to understand the impact it has had on my life. Thank you Maven.
you signed up to do it knowing the risks
@@Yvanehtnioj2000 yeah you're not a wrestler HE is you don't know WHAT he did.
@@kagekun7689 yes and HE signed up to do it KNOWING the risks so fuck what nonsense YOU’RE talkin about
Wow
@@gangstadrz9326because that’s how they got noticed or sometimes the places tbey wrestled at more were more hardcore driven. On the indies you’re trying to get noticed and you’re going wherever you can get booked so they like to “leave it all in the ring”
Maven carrying RUclips right now 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Yes he is
💯
He's great, but how bout u calm down with that crap, boy
He’s a good RUclipsr but he’s no way carrying the entire damn platform
No
This was a normal guy who wanted to be a wwe wrestler like so many of us. He went and accomplished this goal then came back and told us about this Dream experience. Truly sacrificing his body for our entertainment as well as our education 🍻
Maven's transition from video to sponsor back to video was seamless. A true professional!
Not even LTT does sponsors that smoothly! 😂
Sellout lmao. Guy got 100k subscribers in 2 weeks. No one else out of all wrestling podcasts managed to do that!@@Master.Debater
@@Master.Debater Why? For doing what most everyone on RUclips is trying to do? The man's gotta eat and pay the bills like the rest of us.
@cjohnson4718 it costs money to make money. Watching ads is a little less annoying when someone like Maven does them.
@@Master.Debater🤡👎
1:43 I remember seeing Maven as a bouncer, and I was a fan of his as a kid. But I felt that he just wanted to do his job and didn't want the attention so I respected that and entered the venue. It makes me so glad that things have come full circle and he's thriving delivering this awesome content. He's in his element and firing on all cylinders. And props for him for staying strong during adversity.
There was a time after Maven left the WWE and came into a circle of friends who were close to me. We were friends with Maven for a few years before he moved to New York. I have to say, he was a pleasure to be around and we always wanted the best for him. He was a genuine, talented soul who made an impact on all of us. It’s unfortunate that we lost contact with him years ago. Seeing him in this light is amazing. He know who we are and we will never forget you Maven. God bless you ❤
Wow
Liar
he ain't gonna ufck u, lil bro.
Maven addressing the incident from 10 years ago when he was a bouncer in NYC is very classy. I am going to assume anyone reading my message knows about the Reddit post in question, which is still up and searchable on Google. The TLDR version is that someone recognized Maven in 2013 as he was bouncing and Maven told them to take off in a mean, not-so-Maven way.
We can assume Maven looked this up as well, saw it, felt bad, and made this short apology in the first half of this video.
Cheering you on Maven. 🙂
I didn't know about that.
Two observations:
1) Maven is now big enough to have sponsors, well done
2) you can totally see how he worked for a home shopping network, that pitch was slick ha ha
I was gonna say the transition to the surf shark pitch was seamless
it was perfection
I can't even imagine the pain someone like Ric Flair who wrestled upwards of 50 years or Terry Funk who had been through 200 retirement matches (exaggerated i know) and the struggles with pain they went through daily. Thank you for the years of entertainment during my teenage years Maven (and also now in my adulthood too!)
Ric Flair said in an interview last month thats he's actually in very little physically pain. He said he doesnt even know why because he's taken a lot of bumps.
@@leigh7507 Booze and drugs.😂🤣
I remember reading Mick Foley has to walk backward up his driveway because of his knees. Sad stuff.
@@LucasKingPiano he really broke his body for our entertainment
@@LucasKingPiano to be fair, he's mick foley. the guy should be happy he's still alive, and i mean this in the nicest way possible
Maven, your channel has been such a gem. There are many channels about wrestling, but yours is so well thought out, well edited, excellent audio quality, and spoken from the heart. I'm so happy to see it growing and now sponsored! Well done!
Very well spoken guy, doesn’t confuse us, and touches the topic enough to not drone but leave us with actual info. This channel is great
Unfortunately money hungry Matt cardona mentioned on his podcast that hehas been encouraging maven to riddle his videos with ads so enjoy them now before they they become unbearable to watch.
I constantly judge myself in how I managed my time in the days before my mother passed. I felt like I didn't do enough, wasn't there enough and it haunts me to this day. I wasn't a WWE superstar, I was managing a normal hectic life of work, kids and bills. The video of you hugging your mom really hit home. I have come to realize, 12 years after her passing that I did the best I could and, like you, she didn't judge me near as bad as I judged myself.
Love your channel. Keep up the positive vibes, my friend.
She lives through you and watches over you daily. She would want you to be at peace. It’s not your fault it was just the circumstance. Love you even tho I don’t know u but your story hits me. Stay strong bud
My brother was taken 5 years ago.
We were throwing a huge surprise BDay for our grandma. Had I not gone to the gym that morning ( my normal Saturday routine) I would have been at his house and would have been able to drive him to run his errand.
Instead he left walking and never returned.
I’m still haunted by this.
This has to be the most honest retrospective on wrestling I've ever heard. I wish you a long fruitful life, and that you're not constantly in pain. Cheers from Libya.
Libya?! Wow! The Roman ruins there are amazing.
@@themobseat Yes, my profile picture is from the city of Subratah. A beautiful roman city on the coast of Libya.
Libya has to be most amazing thing I have heard in a while. To think my videos reach you that far around the globe blows my mind. Thanks for supporting
Yes I've been watching wrestling all my life and I remember seeing you eliminate the Undertaker in Royal Rumble thinking wow! Fast forward to 2023 I saw your videos and I've been a follower ever since.
@@MavenKHuffman
@@MavenKHuffmanim watching from estonia
I can't give more due to money being tight. But I just wanted to say thank you for making these videos. I've been a fan of wrestling as long as I can remember. I'm only 25 now but I vaguely remember WWE during the early 2000's. I'm sorry to hear you are in pain, it puts it into perspective that wrestling is truly a sacrifice that you entertainers give us fans. Forever grateful!
Man you really missed the best years of wrestling. Fortunately WWE’s streaming service makes it possible to see what you missed. The late 90’s was a beautiful time to be a professional wrestling fan.
@@jamesstewart8377 Oh hell yeah. I've watched every episode of Raw and Smackdown from 1997 to 2005, currently on 2006!
@@MrEquilibruim based but now see some 80's NWA
Wow! You have literally followed me almost your entire life! That just shows how old I am. Hahahah… i thank you for helping us make these even when $ is tight. I understand that and appreciate it. I wish you all the best and appreciate you more than you know. 🙏
@@MavenKHuffman Thanks man! Much love!
Man I have to say, with my mom going through everything she’s been going through lately
Hearing your speech made me tear up badly.
I respect you and I’m thankful for you
My prayers for you and your mother! 🙏🏽
@@MavenKHuffman god bless you and your family and god rest her she raised an amazing man
2 months, over a 100k subs and your first sponsor!!! Absolutely crushing it man. I’ve really never followed wrestling at all, but your openness, honesty, charisma, delivery and production quality are top tier. I never miss a video!
It sucks to hear that Maven has so much chronic pain & had that terrible experience with that guy trespassing and pointing the gun. Totally transparent and a great speaker in every video. Can't wait to see more, Maven!
@lilwoodiewood3457 depends if you got charisma bro.
This shows just how amazing Maven is. I actually remember reading a "what are WWE wrestlers like in real life" Reddit post & someone mentioned meeting Maven when he was a bouncer. The commentor said Maven seemed to not want to talk about wrestling and seemed jaded/angry. So, for Maven to bring this out to the open on his own and to apologise for it shows how big of a person he is. Love your content Mave, thank you for entertaining us, and of course we are not always at our best ❤
Damn, the guy trespassing and pointing the gun at him is what really got me, made me mad honestly. To have someone threaten you and someone you love in that way, that would drive me in the wrong direction. I’d just want to find out who he was and return the favor. Hope you feel a little more safe nowadays, Maven.
I suspect that was a fake story. Love the guy, but that was fake as hell haha
@@MillyBitchellyeah he has nothing to gain by making up such a story on a RUclips channel
@@MillyBitchellAnd you made this determination based on what? Does Maven have a history of telling fake stories? As the other guy said does he stand to gain in some way by lying? He said his ex girlfriend was with him so why would he make up a story that his ex could clearly debunk? And lastly would you tell him this to his face?
Probably someone that knows him.
@@neneshubby because this is the first time anyone has heard this story, and it’s a sketchy story. Some guy shows up to threaten him with a gun, doesn’t take anything, and tells him he could kill him whenever he wants? Sounds very unlikely. If this really happened, it would have been a major story in the news or dirt sheets.
That #1 really hits hard. Thank you, Maven, and everyone else who wrestled in that ring for everything you've done for our entertainment. And as a wrestling fan, if I could have just one wish come true, it be that none of that pain was real.
Man. Broke my heart hearing you say you might not make it past 65. Really love these videos since you came on RUclips. Gives a great perspective on the other side of the ring! Thank you Maven!
He needs to have confidence in his durability, mmmkay.
Roddy Piper said he wouldn't make 65 too.
He died at 61.
The things wrestlers put themselves through just to entertain us is crazy. Props to you Maven!
You're a great dude Maven. Love how humble you remained after all you have been through in life.. a lot of past wrestlers became miserable and bitter but its great to see how positive you still are.
I've really grown to appreciate this channel. The insight and the humility is top tier. Congratulations to you maven and hope your channel grows exponentially.
Maven, your likeability stock has just gone through the roof. I was really moved by your personal experiences. Very brave of you to relive them for our sake. Respect!
Yes he just tells it how it is without filter but with his charismatic way of expressing himself. Super interesting vids on his channel
Maven I'm sorry to hear how hard things were fof you in 2013, I had a bad period of time in the same time, relationship ended, lost my job, had to move, glad you got there and are doing better now, it's always tough but great getting through the other side.
I hope the world is treating you well these days my friend
This is the most real content. It would be nice if WWE could give Maven a part time role, he clearly is still passionate about pro-wrestling, and he’s winning over everyone with his honesty.
Maven is undoubtedly the best wrestling RUclipsr right now
😊 yes he is
This is not the channel we asked for ..but it’s the channel we NEEDED …Maven and Stevie Richards are RUclips GOLD right now..
Maven, I gotta say your channel has been a revelation to the wrestling industry! I look forward to hearing more and more every week. I also love the positivity despite the many after-effects. Hope you keep doing well for yourself!
Maven, I grew up in England with the attitude era as my grand introduction into the world of professional wrestling; watching the likes of Austin, Rock, Mankind; hell, even Vince winning the title. Yet I remember you eliminating The Undertaker from the rumble as if it were yesterday. For someone to undergo a radical transformation from rookie to being forever etched into wrestling history with one move was awesome. Here we are all these years later and I'm hearing the tales you tell, the experiences you've shared with countless others, the highs and the lows. Your honesty and willingness to be open about everything that your career entailed is downright refreshing. I'm sure a lot of us have watched interviews/ documentaries about in ring careers and life on the road; but your take and general outlook on the whole thing is amazing. Keep providing us with this amazing content and insight into the world of a vastly underrated performer.
vince shouldve won more titles
The funny thing is that after Maven eliminated him, Taker took Maven out of the ring but he didn't go over the top rope... meaning that Maven was never eliminated from the Royal Rumble. Based on that the match never ended that night, as Triple H wasn't eliminated either. One of them must have gone over the top rope at some time in a subsequent match though... It is possible that Maven was in fact the real winner.
Maven’s RUclips content is really a breath of fresh air. Watching this while working!
I am dealing with the same exact pain and bulging/ herniated discs in the same regions of my neck and much like your experience it came out of nowhere like a, "slap in the face" and it also came in at the exact same time yours did, back in '17. Living everyday struggling to get out of bed in the morning really affects quality of life so I can sympathize with you there, brother. But knowing I have a family to provide for is what makes me push through it, and I have a very low pain tolerance. If you had a specific routine or exercise or stretch you do that alleviates some of that horrible pain I'd appreciate your advice, man. I used to watch you back in the day as a kid, I still even have your action figure somewhere in my old things.
Hey maven! I fully understand the last part of your list. I was a former powerlifter that was able to bench 425 and squat and deadlift 610. I injured my left shoulder twice and it’s probably never going to ever be the same. I’m in a lot of pain and being in healthcare now, it doesn’t seem to help.
Although my spine is currently okay, I can only imagine what you’re going through.
Thanks a bunch for your amazing content!
Damn!!! Thanks for sharing! I hope you find relief. Stretching has made all the difference in my life
The growth of this channel has been crazy. Maven got to a silver play button with less than 20 videos. Already has over 8 million views. That's some serious growth. Good for you, maven. I am really enjoying the content.
Hey Maven. I've said it already but you are doing an amazing job with your RUclips videos. Just your outgoing personality alone is enough to attract viewers. I can definitely tell that you are truly an amazing person. From your accent to the way you present yourself are just awesome. You are going to have a long and illustrious career here on RUclips. Again you were always extremely fun to watch back then and even more so now. Keep up the incredible work Maven and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
🙏🏽 that comment made my day! THANK YOU
@@MavenKHuffman 👍😎
I honestly find your stories amazing, and the way that you're telling them is really showing that no matter how hard life is one can get through it. Trust me you could talk about anything and get people interested
Hearing about the long term injuries of wrestling are heartbreaking. Makes me glad I got into personal training and focusing on knee, shoulder and back pain. Keep strong Maven 💪🏽
Such a real dude! Your era was the era I watched the most as a kid, so I appreciate how open you are with the experience!
I can't imagine how hard it was for you maven to loose your privacy and I'm glad that you have dealt with your addiction
loose & lose really be kicking y'all ass 😂😂😂
Thankfully Surfshark saved his privacy
Can vouch for Maven being happy that you come up to him. We used to work on the same floor earlier this year until July and we got to speak a couple times. He was very friendly. I tend to not want to bother public figures as a NYer but when you see Maven all the time while you’re both working, you gotta say hi eventually. Was great to meet you Maven. Hope things are still going well at the place you’re working at. Be well.
Listening to Maven discuss his pain struggles opened my eyes to what Jeff Hardy (When he retires), Shawn Michaels, Edge (when he retires completely), and Undertaker most likely experience every day. I simply couldn't imagine going through life with that level of discomfort and pain.
And Maven's career was short / not that hardcore. People like Mick Foley or Terry Funk (RIP) absolutely wrecked their bodies for our entertainment.
You and Stevie Richards are a breath of fresh air for oldschool wrestling fans.
Love your content Maven, i remember reading about you being a doorman but to hear it from your mouth and say you were embarrassed (which you shouldn't be) really hit me and shows just how much your life can change. Wishing you all the best.
I'm really enjoying your channel.
Thank you for opening up and sharing. I suspected it was a different and difficult life. Kudos to you for following your dream.
That transition from sponsorship back to video goes to show how of an incredible storyteller he is! It would be so interesting to see them on mic without having the creative control by WWE once in a while!
The reason RUclips exists .. quality videos like this …love watching
Getting it done - love these! Keep em coming. 👊
Brotha, I can’t thank you enough for the gift. We actually put a decent amount of $ into these videos (props, renting a house, lighting, etc) please know that your thoughtful gift will help us make more. And one day we are going to even add a donation component. I wanna help St Jude’s & animal organizations! They both have my heart…. Nonsense ( lol… LOVE THAT BTW) you helped us get closer to that my friend. TAKE CARE BROTHA!
@@MavenKHuffman So cool! Look forward to continuing to do what I can. Even with this nonsense name. 👊
@@MavenKHuffmanMan I remember when you were on The Surreal Life with the looks you had I was thinking man he will for sure get the hot chicks on the show lol.
My favorite part of every Friday other than the prospect of the weekend...an upload from The Mave. Love em' brother 💪
Maven I just wanted to say this to you in case nobody has recently, what you did for your mother while she was sick is amazing, busting your ass so she doesn’t have to spend ANY of her own money when she traveled, much respect to you sir, miss you in the WWE though, stay healthy brother, much love!
In a world where we seemingly have faaar too many wrestling personalities with their own Podcasts…
Your channel is one of the few that are very pleasant and awesome to watch and listen to. Your stories. Your experiences. Not some weird anecdotes or personal opinions on the current state of the business.
Thank you sir! Look forward to the next video every time.
Maven, I grew up in England with the attitude era as my grand introduction into the world of professional wrestling; watching the likes of Austin, Rock, Mankind; hell, even Vince winning the title. Yet I remember you eliminating The Undertaker from the rumble as if were yesterday. For someone to undergo a radical transformation from rookie to being forever etched into wrestling history with one move was awesome. Here we are all these years later and I'm hearing the tales you tell, the experiences you've shared with countless others, the highs and the lows. Your honesty and willingness to be open about everything that your career entailed is downright refreshing. I'm sure a lot of us have interviews/ documentaries about in ring careers and life on the road; but your take and general outlook on the whole thing is amazing. Keep providing us with this amazing content and insight into the world of a vastly underrated performer.
If one RUclipsr deserves to start getting sponsored it’s Maven. He genuinely comes across as an honest down to earth guy. His channel has blew up. The same as his wwf/wwe career should have. Well done mave 🎉
And props to his editor. Absolutely top notch
uhhh no why are u so entitled if only one youtuber got sponsers it should bee the one who geets the most views that would mak sense why should company only go to the smaller guy that makes no sense u dont know how marketing works
It’s awesome to see you still doing good and looking healthy! So glad to see you taking your talents from pro wrestling to being a RUclips content creator! You’re a natural.
Just had to talk about your mom man. Made me cry and call mine. I’m in the hospital 51 days now with broken tibia and fibs plus fascoitomie on each calf. Just wanted to tell her I love her. Thank you Maven.
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 tell her Maven says hi. And CALL HER MORE!!! Lol
Thanks for addressing the incident where you worked as a bouncer and a fan got a terrible interaction. I saw the comment on one of your previous videos, as I’ve been bingeing on most of them since coming across your channel in the past week. You’re a pretty cool dude!
Maven getting a RUclips sponsorships shows how much he’s grown on RUclips, you love to see it!
That privacy story was horrifying, goodness me
Takeaways: spend time with the ones you love and take care of your health. This is your most touching video, Maven. Thank you for sharing.
I glad Maven you’ve become a RUclipsr. You makes videos about your own experiences in the WWE when you were there. You give insight to not only fans but people who may not be wrestling fan, you also make the information digestible. Plus your voice has this tone where you speak clearly and it’s easy to understand. Can’t wait to see where you go in the future, wishing you the best.
Crazy we living in a world where Maven and Stevie Richards are becoming actual youtubers…with great content😂 and they both popped out of nowhere at the same time too
Remember watching you as a kid. Good to see your still kicking man 👍 .
Maven you are a breath of fresh air sir!!! You are truly genuine & ease people’s mind when they are having a rough day. Thank you my friend! 😎
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@@MavenKHuffmanwho are WWEs closeted 🏳️🌈
@@trollzone1none of our business. If Maven knows, he wouldn't tell you.
@@robodonnell6072why so defensive? you’re definitely on the downlow 🏳️🌈😂
@@trollzone1 I'm not the one on the downlow. You've just made yet another comment about it 😂 why are you so obsessed with who is gay? 🤔😉
You know you made it big when companies start using your channel for promoting. Might I add, it was the best transition I’ve seen on a video in a long time. Congrats on the success!
Maven getting that silver play button after being a RUclipsr for barely two months. Well deserved!
Living with chronic pain is no joke. I totally understand Maven. Brother, I take 55+ pills a day due to my injuries from my military service. Do I have friends & family supporting me like my doctors keep thinking I do?! Oh, HELL NO!! I thank God for my beautiful and supportive wife!!! When you described your pain, I felt it. It’s what I go through daily. It’s been non-stop for me for at least: about 17-18 years now. I feel you. I feel bad I stopped watching WWE while you were on because I was deployed, but I’m learning a lot and enjoying your content. Thank you; thank you very much.
I remember seeing Maven on HSN. I never got to see Maven as a kid on TV wrestling or in person because I was probably too young to remember or attend shows. My first exposure to Maven as wrestler was a few years ago when I watched New Years Revolution 2005. It’s weird how people you’ve never met end up being a part of your life no matter how small. Now I’ve watched all of your videos and I’ve been subscribed since the beginning of your RUclips journey. I can’t wait to see more. Very insightful stuff!!
I'm so proud that I followed Maven yt channel since day one, from small amount of subscribers to 100k and now a sponsored video. Cheers to Maven!
I didnt watch a ton of wrestling during the time you were in but I am very aware which is what initially brought me to this channel. Getting to know you, watching your videos and interviews recently, you seem like a really stand up guy. I appreciate your honesty and willingness to explain things so well.
Dude your killing it on here. I vaguely remember you from watching WWE when i was younger, i cant believe they let you go because you are a great talker and front man. Come across as very articulate, i can only assume you have refined all of this since leaving but man if i were them id be trying to get you back on board. Great job, love your content
Despite all of the difficulties that came from being a WWE wrestler, at least you're the first ever winner of Tough Enough. The man who eliminated Undertaker from the Royal Rumble 02, and got beat up by him, you're a former Hardcore champion, and almost won the World championship from Triple H etc. So nobody could take that away from you, you made your mark Maven !!
I love your format! It shows your narration and authenticity brilliantly!
Been loving all your content, Maven.
It is terrible that some scumbag felt he had the right to come up to ANYONE to try to rob them
Quickly becoming one of my favorite channels to watch!
Chad.
Such kind words and such a thoughtful gift. That GENEROUS amount will be put to use to help become YOUR FAVORITE! Lol… appreciate it brotha. Take care
You were and are one of my favorite wrestlers, best drop kick of the business!
And yeah Man the pain thing is not a joke.
I took a German suplex from a rookie he pulled me wrong, threw me in my shoulder.
My left shoulder went out of place. I can even see my bone moved out of place.
And it hurts every cold morning I feel it.
While I love wrestling, I’m not sure if I will ever come back.
Maven, can you do a video about what goes into planning a match, rehearsal, how much say you got with spots etc?
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I’m so sorry for your loss brother. I lost my mom when I was 28 to cancer. It sucks so much. 😢love the videos
Already at 30 likes just 1 minute after uploading this. You’re killin it.
I can’t imagine how some wrestlers and former wrestlers even get up and walk sometimes hearing the shape their bodies are in and the surgeries to hear they have been through or going to go through!
Maven getting that sponsorship money, let's go! He's bringing the best wrestling content on RUclips right now. Much love, Maven! ✊❤
okay, that sponsor transition was REALLY well done. i'll be honest, i DID skip it because that's what i usually do, but i'll give credit where credit is due, that did NOT feel like i was being conned into anything haha, that was a REALLY well done transition and you should be proud of that.
Very few can understand how difficult it must be to not be able to compete anymore...especially when you've made it to the highest level. But, coming from someone that watched you in the 2000s, I feel that you are more relevant to the business now than ever. Keep it up Maven! We love ya🤘
I’ve had 7 back surgeries and I always feel it. Back pain never goes away
Hey if you have no regrets then it was all worth it. Everything happens for a reason and the fact that you are accepting the consequences of your career is a good step to a good life. Wishing you all the best Mave.
I remember I was walking around in NYC and I just so happened to pass by that nightclub you mentioned and I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw you sitting outside I was unexpectedly starstruck. I was a huge fan of yours and I when I addressed you you shook my hand and asked what my name was. I think I mentioned i had your action figure and feeling embarrassed and regretted saying that lol. It was a really great interaction and it made my night and made like you even more. You're such a genuine man.
Maven sold SurfShark like a boss. I've just subscribed to it even though I have 3 VPNs.
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 that comment made me smile. Thanks brotha
Still think Maven’s elimination of Undertaker at the 2002 Royal Rumble was one of the coolest rumble moments I’ve ever seen. I think it’s such a shame WWE didn’t use that to begin building a gimmick and look into the character. It was such a missed opportunity.
Bruh i knew it was a matter of time before Maven was killing it on the sponsor game … you got a voice and Charisma that would pay a lot money … good to see u cashing in champ
Maven with a transition to a sponsorship smoother than the top of his head. Honestly, that was talent lol.
Love hearing stories about Maven’s time in WWE. Keep it up! 👊🏽
I'm a veteran. your number 1 is what I've lived with. i just had my 8th surgery . i have 3 take discs in my spine and now bulging discs...i have two sons and am disabled its a fight. i hate life but live for them. i used to watch you and an glad you are doing well
Worth the wait. Cant sleep knowing it's friday and Maven's bout to upload a new video. #Mavenatics
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 I’m trademarking that! Lol
@@MavenKHuffman oh please do. And btw I missed your live streaming talking to us fans. lol
Maven should come back to tv as a manager!!! He is hot online right now. He can cut a promo as good as ever right now, and would be a good mentor backstage.
So happy that you were able to beat your addictions to oxycodone & hydrocodone Maven! I know those pharmas are tough to stay away from, stay strong & love your channel 🙌
maybe the title should be "how drugs made my life worse". because WWE made his life better and he's still able to make money off their name
@@animal1nstinct394I mean he did mention how because he was in wwe someone was able to rob him cause he was known figure
@@animal1nstinct394not really. He admitted it was fellow wrestlers that “helped” him with his back problems. Plus that schedule WWE puts wrestlers through is grueling! Can’t imagine being on the road more days in the year than being at home
@animal1nstinct394 all of these issues came as an offshoot of being a WWE wrestler
I took those before and didn't get addicted 🤷
The best thing about ur videos they come across in the right time during a meal 😋😋 which turns out to be insane
I really admire your humility and honesty. You're not sugar coating it, you tell it as it really is.
Woah would love to hear more about the guy coming up to you on the porch with the gun, glad you’re ok that’s pretty scary man
Maven will 100% live past 65. He got out of the business young. Even with his injuries during his time in wrestling, the fact that he's so agile at his age now is a good thing. Keep your chin up, we believe in you Maven!!
I’m not surprised you’re subscriber count is rising!
Very well spoken and intelligent, haven’t aged a bit!
The videos are so well edited!
See you at a million Maven!
I remember resding someone saying they spoke to Maven when he was a bouncer and that he snapped. Nice of Maven to apologise. Keep up the videos