Shaq is such a good dude. A friend of mine contacted him for a friend's bachelorette party because she was a fan. He facetimed with them and they loved it (obviously). Then he called them the next day just to check in on them to make sure they had a good time on her bachelorette party.
Really loved this intimate look into Shaqs world. Especially the emotional and mental grief/burdens/anguish/discipline… Learning about him. I loved this.
Speaking on his marriage & the mistakes definitely helped me out in my self assessment. I like to hear more from him besides basketball especially the business aspects...these interviews definitely help you understand the person behind their careers. If more millionaires & billionaires had his mentality, hell people in general...this planet would be a better happier place
Half way through the interview and this is one of the best shaq interviews i have watched and its because of Taylor. First time watching and the your quick to ask the right question. Very natural interview. Keep it up!
Thank you Ms Rooks, this was my first time viewing and I absolutely loved it. Shaq is a very interesting interview and you brought a lot out of him. I'm for sure subscribing and will certainly watch again.
My father taught me the same (‘first time, last time’): don’t make the same mistake twice. It led to me making big mistakes in my teens/20s, learning from that experience but never looking back (no repeat). Good advice from my uneducated dad.
"if something is wrong with me, and you depend on me, i'm gonna tell you what's wrong with me." damn shaq is blowing me away with these gems. I don't think i had ever watched him in an interview before. intelligent man
seen a lot of Shaq interviews but the first 5 minutes I can already tell this is something different, he really ain't playing around with who he is and the point he's trying to get across anymore
This man Shaq would absolutely rock Rudy's world on the court. Rudy is literally no match for him. He may have the arm length advantage, but Shaq has all other advantages except maybe for speed. Shaq is known for being one of the most dominant players in history, Gobert is not even close to that level. I rather have Prime Dwight go against Shaw then Rudy, at least he had an offensive game.
@@leg_splayer5405 But neither will stop Shaq, but if I had to choose one, imma choose the 3x DPOY and multiple time block leader in a little more difficult era and was a way better Player then Gobert.
Shaq is a profound thinker. I admire his attitude, beliefs and values, towards life,, and the love for his family. Sent this to my son whom I thought was arrogant, but actually he has Shaq's attitude and beliefs of no excuses if you want to claim greatness.
Taylor Rooks is intelligent and very accommodating. Her interviews are so chill and relaxed. Also insightful answers based on great questions she asks. Did I say she's sooooo beautiful and I got a huge crush on her
Shaq is right. The thing I like about him the best is not only is he funny he’s genuine and hard-working and honestly he’s a man’s man someone who is respectable and stoic with tons of accomplishments. I understand how he would not respect players who do not play when they’re hurt because you should only not play if you’re injured because that’s what he did was play hurt. It is also very respectable that he respects the average hard-working American and understands the privilege he has even if it is earned privilege. It’s amazing that one of the most real and good people is also such a great example for young man that men should be stoic and logical and care about their family and their women before themselves that is the job of you as a man. It’s amazing how even somebody so rich and so accomplished can still realize that they made a mistake and made mistakes and they stay humble like this. You could tell she was almost confused which was kind of funny to watch because when he said he doesn’t deal with emotions and doesn’t have them that would be foreign to one minute almost like the rest of the interview she tried to attach emotions to him and it doesn’t work
This is a great interview. But not for a lot of the reasons many (mostly men) have expressed. For me as a woman it shows where men are in their thinking /feeling and how it can cause /create fissures in various relationships. I still feel like men need to find pockets of spaces to feel/show emotions in a HEALTHY way and not so much about being "soft" but being fully human in their self. Taylor did an excellent job.
We were able to learn a lot about Shaq despite him having done thousands of interviews. Credit this to the art of the interviewer who allowed the interview to approach conversation status. His story about the event that switched him from shooter to dunker was priceless among many other gems.
Excellent interview please Taylor stay humble don't get caught in the hype take nothing for granted be authentic and stay focused that being said Shaq is as real as it gets he like all of us isn't perfect but he's not afraid to call spade a spade these young players need to stop being soft in the mind
Can everyone be a tough cookie with hard ass skin? I like that he said that was how he judged who would be in the trenches with him though..re: toughness on people. Factssss on the speculation part. Sometimes you gotta just say what it is otherwise, accept the speculation 'cause people will talk
I’m a therapist in a doc program who studies the relationship between masculinity and help-seeking stigma. It’s hard hearing what Shaq went through with with his father, who embedded those “toxic masculinity” patterns of behavior onto him that he is holding on to still. That idea that men don’t deserve to take care of themselves emotionally, let alone be taken care of sometimes and lean on others for support. Nobody can blame Shaq for this, because it seems like he was never given another model to go off of. Future fathers of the world, I beg of you to treat your sons like the human beings they are with all their emotions, vulnerabilities, and needs. Striving to be emotionless, impervious to pain, or someone who never needs anything from those around them is never possible and leads to deep inner suffering.
@@j.m7555 no one is afraid of hearing y’all emotions. The point is no one is gonna listen to yall disrespect or toxic thoughts. Shaqs emotions are real and raw. He has grown and mature at his old age and knows how to express himself. The problem with some men is y’all think ppl have to like or agree with everything y’all say and if they don’t they can’t handle the “truth”. I can say something doesn’t mean who I’m saying it to have to like my truth or agree with it. Hope you can comprehend what I’m saying.
@@marklaurencefirmeza2473 define success to me? He said he lives alone in an empty house and stays up at night thinking of his mistakes. Everyone may define it differently, but I would rather my child feel content, fulfilled, surrounded by people they love, etc., rather than being extra good at their job or rich.
@@j.m7555 I understand where you’re coming from. I have no doubt you feel this way because you have received some very real negative reactions to being vulnerable, weather it be to men or women, young or old. This is because everyone in society is affected by gender roles and “the patriarchy”. Unfortunately, society will never be ready until we unapologetically act genuinely and let society change in response.
"I don't have time to feel emotions" - this is fucking hilarious and I subscribe to this too, but the truth is, it's not healthy or realistic. It's an old school mentality. You may THINK you don't have emotions, but you absolutely do.
@@KachiOkoronkwo ok, so before we do this. what's your goal here? to prove to me that you can push your emotions aside to focus on whatever you need to get done? Yes, I know. I get it. However, he said he doesn't have time to feel emotions. That's not realistic or healthy. We both know that.
Being an adult… hearing that “if you want to be successful, just listen to your parents” cliche is cringe because it implies that every adult/parents have all the answers.. some parents will suck all of the confidence out of you and place limitations on you based on their own personal fears and shortcomings..
what @Moon Moon said, and he was talking to a kid whose mom wanted to give something good for her child's sake (laptop), so his positive reinforcement and the way he said it (he's Shaq) was spot on.
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Shaq is such a good dude. A friend of mine contacted him for a friend's bachelorette party because she was a fan. He facetimed with them and they loved it (obviously). Then he called them the next day just to check in on them to make sure they had a good time on her bachelorette party.
The only megastar with a name like Shaq doing that is Shaq 💯
@@ryu-ken real shit man :’)
Shaq is a AWESOME Guy.........👌🏽 👏🏽 👍🏽
Taylor made this interview. She asked all the right questions and made this interview enjoyable. Great Job!
Rachel Nichols knew this lady was coming for her job hard and fast on merit and crumbled.
She asked the tough questions too and wasn't afraid lol
No she didn’t she was so emotionless
😅😊😅
Taylor nails it EVERY TIME! She is one of the most creative, charismatic, and present interviewers/journalists/hosts/etc etc! We need more of her!!!!
She is such a great interviewer. She pushes back without being abrasive and Shaq is such a great interview
She’s a pro can’t say that bout everyone
This interview is the standard. Wonderfully done. Props to Taylor and love to Shaq
This is such a great interview from Taylor. A very personal look at Shaq
Really loved this intimate look into Shaqs world. Especially the emotional and mental grief/burdens/anguish/discipline… Learning about him. I loved this.
I love this guy. So humble and deserving of his fame and fortune. All the celebrities out there should listen and take notes!!!
"Who got their mom to call your mom?"
Shaq: Im not Gonna say anything
Everybody else: JAVAAAAALE MCGEE!!!!!!!
YEP!!!!!!
If you didn't know then you shouldn't know🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
🎯
Shaqtin' a fool was where it all happened with Mcgee. I believe it went a bit too far and glad the big Diesel listened to his mom .
I was listening on spotify and only came to RUclips to say it was definitely Javale Mcgee😂😂😂
First sports interview that has had me hooked right until the end 🔥 Loved this Taylor x Shaq 🔥
Speaking on his marriage & the mistakes definitely helped me out in my self assessment. I like to hear more from him besides basketball especially the business aspects...these interviews definitely help you understand the person behind their careers. If more millionaires & billionaires had his mentality, hell people in general...this planet would be a better happier place
Half way through the interview and this is one of the best shaq interviews i have watched and its because of Taylor. First time watching and the your quick to ask the right question. Very natural interview. Keep it up!
Taylor Rooks does a fantastic job in this interview. She asks the right follow up questions. I miss seeing he on tv in NY
This interview was much bigger than the title of it, gotta love & respect Shaq!!
This interview was great Taylor The truth & Shaq a open book as real as it gets 💎💯
both of them together made for such a good interview.
This is an incredible interview.
Great sit down! Fantastic energy, nice job! Thank you Shaq so many "earthlings" can learn so much from you. Your vibe attracts your tribe.
love taylor rooks . really professional and always selfaware. and big respect to shaq for opening up
Thank you Ms Rooks, this was my first time viewing and I absolutely loved it. Shaq is a very interesting interview and you brought a lot out of him. I'm for sure subscribing and will certainly watch again.
Phenomenal interview. Taylor is amazing and Shaq dropped so many gems.
I love Shaq!! I’ve followed him since his college days ! I hope one day I get to meet him
Props to the interviewer and Shaq! Great interview.
Great interview, deep and funny at the same time. I didn't know the work of Taylor Rooks, just became a fan right now. Greetings from Brazil
“Draymond gonna be in my seat” was as real as it gets.
Taylor Rooks is one of the best in this space. Always enjoy Dr. Shaquille O'Neal's interview. Certainly took some life nuggets from this one.
Such a great interview. I really like Shaquille, he is the real deal.
Every mistake Shaq has made he’s learned from it can’t say that about alot of guys
Great interview. With style and grace.
Just Subscribed. Good job 👍🏽
Taylor Rooks deserves an Emmy.
Probably McGee's mom 😂😂😂. He was killin him on Shaqtin the fool😅
It was lol he said it on inside the nba back a couple years ago lol
That's absolutely who it is.
Donovan mitchell i think
Yep. Definitely Javelle's Mom LOL
No it’s 100% McGee it was well documented
Shaq always comes with some wise words that really make you think
This is was such an amazing interview. I watched every second
My father taught me the same (‘first time, last time’): don’t make the same mistake twice. It led to me making big mistakes in my teens/20s, learning from that experience but never looking back (no repeat). Good advice from my uneducated dad.
This was a fabulous interview 🤍
Great interview, I’m surprised there aren’t more views.
I love when he told his people there's no hard out... that made me tear up, don't know why.
There's no what?
38:40 "I'm not the smartest knife in the drawer" - Shaq
"if something is wrong with me, and you depend on me, i'm gonna tell you what's wrong with me." damn shaq is blowing me away with these gems. I don't think i had ever watched him in an interview before. intelligent man
seen a lot of Shaq interviews but the first 5 minutes I can already tell this is something different, he really ain't playing around with who he is and the point he's trying to get across anymore
Impressive interview on both sides👏🏽
Shaq is one of the all-time great famous personalities! He's funny and enjoyable to watch.
Shaq dropped great gems here, thank you Taylor for this interview.
This man Shaq would absolutely rock Rudy's world on the court. Rudy is literally no match for him. He may have the arm length advantage, but Shaq has all other advantages except maybe for speed. Shaq is known for being one of the most dominant players in history, Gobert is not even close to that level. I rather have Prime Dwight go against Shaw then Rudy, at least he had an offensive game.
Bro just stop. Gobert is a better rim protector than dwight howard .
@@leg_splayer5405 That's literally it. Nothing else, Prime Dwight is the better Defensive Player and Athlete.
@@BeastMode40- That's what you need to "stop" shaq .
@@leg_splayer5405 But neither will stop Shaq, but if I had to choose one, imma choose the 3x DPOY and multiple time block leader in a little more difficult era and was a way better Player then Gobert.
@@BeastMode40- fair enough
Taylor trying get this man to pure out his heart. She asking some good questions
Love to see shaq showing love to the working class👏👏
Thoroughly enjoyed this interview. Never saw this side of Shaq
Taylor and that smile! But this interview definitely was 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Shaq is that dude, great interview
Humble and self reflective dude! Big Props, pops! Cool peeps👍👍
Taylor Rooks... you are fiiiiiiine
THANK YOU SHAQ AM 45 OF AGE AND SAYING U REPRESENTAT THE HARD WORKERS OF AMERICA MADE ME FEEL SO PROUD TO BE SPOKIN ABOUT AND GIVIN MY 🌼
Shaq was raised by an Army sergeant, he’s been around a motivator all his life. It’s never been hate, he’s pushing for greatness
Marine drill instructor!! Get it right
@@spliffgod5941 can you go be wrong somewhere else
Great interview Taylor
Shaq is the realest 💯
Taylor rooks can interview anyone!! Nba players love her!!!
Shaq is a profound thinker. I admire his attitude, beliefs and values, towards life,, and the love for his family. Sent this to my son whom I thought was arrogant, but actually he has Shaq's attitude and beliefs of no excuses if you want to claim greatness.
Taylor Rooks is a good interviewer..she holds her own
Wow, his message on the responsibility of being a son, husband, father, brother, etc. should be shouted from the housetop. Protect, provide and love.
Shaq talking about Javale lol around 6:30
Where is he say his too 5 young players
Taylor Rooks is intelligent and very accommodating. Her interviews are so chill and relaxed. Also insightful answers based on great questions she asks. Did I say she's sooooo beautiful and I got a huge crush on her
Shaq is right. The thing I like about him the best is not only is he funny he’s genuine and hard-working and honestly he’s a man’s man someone who is respectable and stoic with tons of accomplishments. I understand how he would not respect players who do not play when they’re hurt because you should only not play if you’re injured because that’s what he did was play hurt. It is also very respectable that he respects the average hard-working American and understands the privilege he has even if it is earned privilege. It’s amazing that one of the most real and good people is also such a great example for young man that men should be stoic and logical and care about their family and their women before themselves that is the job of you as a man. It’s amazing how even somebody so rich and so accomplished can still realize that they made a mistake and made mistakes and they stay humble like this. You could tell she was almost confused which was kind of funny to watch because when he said he doesn’t deal with emotions and doesn’t have them that would be foreign to one minute almost like the rest of the interview she tried to attach emotions to him and it doesn’t work
I LOVE this interviewer
This is a great interview
this girl is an amazing interviewer wow!!
Love his mentality to criticism 🙏🙏☝️☝️
Shaq doesn’t have all the answers but he has experience and he’s asks questions. That’s the best he can do, we need to respect it ✊🏽
This was an amazing interview!
Great interview!!!
Shaq forgot about the 5th time he cried: when he ate that chip.
I love Shaq. Such a good dude.
Siddartha, the book Taylor mentioned very quickly, is a great book. Phil Jackson was giving his players some heavy stuff.
Insightful interview.. love this part of shaq.. and I loved the soundtrack at end . Wat song is that?
This is a great interview. But not for a lot of the reasons many (mostly men) have expressed. For me as a woman it shows where men are in their thinking /feeling and how it can cause /create fissures in various relationships. I still feel like men need to find pockets of spaces to feel/show emotions in a HEALTHY way and not so much about being "soft" but being fully human in their self.
Taylor did an excellent job.
Most people will open up to people they love and trust.
Shaq's Dad comes thru..... tough love! appreciate the lady too...!!
We were able to learn a lot about Shaq despite him having done thousands of interviews. Credit this to the art of the interviewer who allowed the interview to approach conversation status. His story about the event that switched him from shooter to dunker was priceless among many other gems.
Excellent interview please Taylor stay humble don't get caught in the hype take nothing for granted be authentic and stay focused that being said Shaq is as real as it gets he like all of us isn't perfect but he's not afraid to call spade a spade these young players need to stop being soft in the mind
18:30 Wilt Comparison
Taylor aka vanessa great interview
I love Shaq, I will never forget 2001 championship
Thank for doing what your father said do take care of your mom and family 👪 God Bless You 🙌 🙏 ❤ ♥ 💖 💙
Great interview 😂😂
Everything Shaq is saying if I payed attention it’s very businesslike and leadership like very accurate.
Can everyone be a tough cookie with hard ass skin? I like that he said that was how he judged who would be in the trenches with him though..re: toughness on people.
Factssss on the speculation part. Sometimes you gotta just say what it is otherwise, accept the speculation 'cause people will talk
She is good…period. Rapid fire questions. Honest and respectful in approach. Shaquille is Shaquille.
Great interview
Awesome interview 🔥🔥
"i'm actually giving you answers to the test." wow, great way to look @ it.
I’m a therapist in a doc program who studies the relationship between masculinity and help-seeking stigma. It’s hard hearing what Shaq went through with with his father, who embedded those “toxic masculinity” patterns of behavior onto him that he is holding on to still. That idea that men don’t deserve to take care of themselves emotionally, let alone be taken care of sometimes and lean on others for support. Nobody can blame Shaq for this, because it seems like he was never given another model to go off of. Future fathers of the world, I beg of you to treat your sons like the human beings they are with all their emotions, vulnerabilities, and needs. Striving to be emotionless, impervious to pain, or someone who never needs anything from those around them is never possible and leads to deep inner suffering.
Easier said than done. Most of society is afraid of listening to men's feelings, until we lash out in frustration.
but it helps him be successful. if i can get 1/4 of shaq success i bet all of my emotion to it. bec shaq mentality brings success.
@@j.m7555 no one is afraid of hearing y’all emotions. The point is no one is gonna listen to yall disrespect or toxic thoughts. Shaqs emotions are real and raw. He has grown and mature at his old age and knows how to express himself. The problem with some men is y’all think ppl have to like or agree with everything y’all say and if they don’t they can’t handle the “truth”. I can say something doesn’t mean who I’m saying it to have to like my truth or agree with it. Hope you can comprehend what I’m saying.
@@marklaurencefirmeza2473 define success to me? He said he lives alone in an empty house and stays up at night thinking of his mistakes. Everyone may define it differently, but I would rather my child feel content, fulfilled, surrounded by people they love, etc., rather than being extra good at their job or rich.
@@j.m7555 I understand where you’re coming from. I have no doubt you feel this way because you have received some very real negative reactions to being vulnerable, weather it be to men or women, young or old. This is because everyone in society is affected by gender roles and “the patriarchy”. Unfortunately, society will never be ready until we unapologetically act genuinely and let society change in response.
"I don't have time to feel emotions" - this is fucking hilarious and I subscribe to this too, but the truth is, it's not healthy or realistic. It's an old school mentality. You may THINK you don't have emotions, but you absolutely do.
Having and feeling are not the same. Haven't you ever pushed aside your emotions so you can focus on whatever you need to get done?
@@KachiOkoronkwo yes, all the time, but they don't just magically disappear. that energy manifests itself in some other way.
@@thermant8452 is that what he said? He makes his emotions disappear?
@@KachiOkoronkwo ok, so before we do this. what's your goal here? to prove to me that you can push your emotions aside to focus on whatever you need to get done? Yes, I know. I get it. However, he said he doesn't have time to feel emotions. That's not realistic or healthy. We both know that.
Shaq is a real one tip my hat much love
Thanks
Break it down this is real talk
Loved this
Great interview I never knew this side of Shaq how he is as a person
5:50 *Shaq Voice* JAVALE MCGEEEEE!!!
what times the Wilt Chamberlain comparison anyone know
You couldn't look for a better mentor / role model at this point. Mature Shaq is awesome.
really good interview
Being an adult… hearing that “if you want to be successful, just listen to your parents” cliche is cringe because it implies that every adult/parents have all the answers.. some parents will suck all of the confidence out of you and place limitations on you based on their own personal fears and shortcomings..
Obviously it only applies to good parents
what @Moon Moon said, and he was talking to a kid whose mom wanted to give something good for her child's sake (laptop), so his positive reinforcement and the way he said it (he's Shaq) was spot on.
Great interview! But side note: who knew toms made shoes that big 😂😂😂