Kurt Angle is an Olympic gold medalist, retired professional wrestler, actor, and host of "The Kurt Angle Show." Watch his new documentary "Angle" streaming on Peacock. www.kurtanglebrand.com
Angle is a genuine hero to me. Dude performed at the highest level wrestling with a broken neck. He kicked a huge painkiller addiction. And is suck a good heated person from what i can tell.
Kurt Angle was for me the best pro wrestler I had ever seen. When you consider his skills on the mic, he is the complete package, or total package if you will.
Definitely. Don't care what anyone says but he is indeed the greatest pro wrestler ever. He has that aura, in ring skills, promos, charisma, comedic timing and a gold medal to add to it with a broken FREAKING neck.
Kurt Angle is genuinely one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, both in Amateur and Pro Wrestling. A match between him and Bret Hart would have been legendary. At least he had a dark match with Owen Hart, though. (wish there was video of that... 😔)
I became so sad when he said "I am barely making it, I am really struggling man". and thats not about money, its about the most precious thing on earth... HEALTH. Kurt, please get well soon. you are a freaking legend!
Omg I knew alot about Kurt but never about the night before the SD IronMan Match. Wow. I watched that match when I was 13 on UPN which was basically on "bunny ears" as we lived in the deep mountains where there was no cable. That match is still one of the best matches let alone not even being on a PPV. What a gladiator!
I always wanted to see Kurt and Curt (Angle and Hennig) to become a tag team together and become THE PERFECT ANGLE! I can't believe that it never happened.
The pill thing about getting off them, the hollow feeling, all of it is so true, i went through it all too. And the worst thing about it is you still crave and think about it after and still feel an emptiness without it. Even after months of being off it. If your reading this and you know you have an addictive personality please stay away from prescription pain killers
I didn’t appreciate Kurt when he was wrestling but after he retired and started doing podcasts I have a whole new respect for the man. Wrestled with a broken friggin’ neck. Won a gold medal. Won multiple accolades in WWE. Battled addiction. I’m overcame addiction. Kurt did it all.
An Olympic Gold Medalist wrestler, who translated extremely well in pro wrestling. Dude just had unlimited talent and over the top charisma. He is definitely top 5, at least of this millennium.
Unlimited talent? Lol don't get me wrong he was a great wrestler, but he stayed in the same field his whole career he just we t from amateur to pro lol Brock Lesnar is way more talented than him...dominated wrestling when he was young then went to the nfl then pro wrestling then the ufc and also acting I believe to.
@rickwoolnough8508 1. Amateur and pro wrestling are two completely different animals. He is a gold medalist, and beat Brock in an actual wrestling match. 2. Brock barely made the practice squad before being cut. And the NFL *attempt* was after he left WWE the first time. 3. All wrestlers are actors and Brock had to be carried by Heyman for 20 years because he had the charisma of a stick and couldn't talk. Kurt was comedy gold. He didn't need anyone to talk for him. That being said, never heard of Brock acting outside of the ring. Not glazing but my man you don't fully grasp what you're talking about.
@@Mozzos Joe uploaded all the past episodes from Spotify all at once, so people's subscription boxes were filled with like 1000 JRE episodes. It was fixed shortly after I posted this comment, but mine and everyone else's sub box was useless for at least an hour.
The amount of stuff Angle's over come in life is commendable. I know some issues were self inflicted, but he still worked hard to overcome them. I respect how open he is about it all too.. very humble.
So one thing Kurt failed to mention: There IS a wrestling mat over the wood but it doesn't do anything to soften those bumps. Also, Brock broke Hardcore Holly's neck by botching a powerbomb and almost broke A-Train's neck on a botched F5. Young Brock was a bit unsafe
I injured my lower back in an accident while in the Military, I had a total of seven back surgeries, including three 4-level fusion’s and all I can tell is, IF you have any other options for procedures, take those options first. DO NOT immediately get a fusion first if you can help it. I’ve had to retire early and have atrophy in both legs to this day, including severe nerve pain.
Kurt and big poppa pump where the 2 guys that kept me watching wrestling back in the 2000s. Was so entertaining. Needs more flowers than they give him.
One thing to keep in mind, when it comes to pain management, is that there’s literally millions suffering from extreme chronic pain. So what’s the choice? Weed isn’t legal everywhere, so opioids are the only alternative. It’s not a nefarious thing, it’s a legal thing.
I can't think of a more universally respected pro wrestler... Old fans, new fans, hardcore fans, casual fans. Wrestling fans are some of the most naturally toxic, contrarian people on this planet - but they all agree that Kurt was absolutely incredible.
This is one of my favourite JREs. I'd seen/heard it in full twice before it was finally released to RUclips but when it popped up I selected it without hesitation. Kurt is an animal and I mean that in the most complimentary way 😁
None of these comments talk about how he said opiate withdrawal was harder than winning the Olympics with a broken neck or anything he’s ever done. He gets treated like an all time warrior for one but people look down on everyone fighting the second which even Kurt admits was harder.
Cuz your fighting yourself. So if he is a Olympic gold winner he basically has to beat a person with that kind of drive. Unfortunately he is the under dog in that battle. Your mind will make you do unbelievable things to justify doing the drugs. Honestly with money like he had he should have just been put under for 2 weeks and wake up clean. Or just given kolonipins until he was a zombie.
Before he competed in the Olympics, his dad died in a construction accident and was living with his mom helping support her. Then won with a broken neck. Go watch his match when he won the gold. Amazing. 🇺🇲
Oh Man Angle is real as they come. I hadn't realised he had broken his neck so many times. Very entertaining to listen too. No bullshit. I really hope the Doctor can help him with his neck and spinal issues. He deserves some better quaility of life after all he has done.
1:16:43 Batista only wrestled full time from 2002/3 at OVW (WWE developmental school) to 2013! Batista never wrestled 20yrs as he in his late 20’s or early 30’s when he started wrestling so he wrestled for 10-11yrs max
I have c5 to c7 fusion with cadaver bone. Titanium plate with 6 screws. The doctors scared me into having surgery before I could see what else was possible. I have more problems now than I did before surgery and more pain.
I didn't respect him in the wwf but I watched a biography about everything he went through and I totally respect him after watching it..all the pain and addiction etc😊
I had no idea that Angle's injuries were that bad. Just goes to show you that you have to be willing to sacrifice so much more when it comes to sports.
Even in WWE when angle was shown as bad guy or not a hero, I still was a big fan of Kurt angle and always rooted for him. I love his entrance, the song and even the finish.
Kurt was the ultimate pro wrester in his prime! The guy was unbelievable in the ring , on the mike! I remember when he wrestled chris benoit! That was a awesome match!
I had spinal fusion on my neck 3 years ago, still isn’t better nerves and pain gotten worse exactly like this and this dude broke his multiple times! Freaking crazy! But also he has better doctors and being taking care of compared to a nobody in Syracuse, NY haha but damn tough dude for sure
Angle is a genuine hero to me. Dude performed at the highest level wrestling with a broken neck. He kicked a huge painkiller addiction. And is suck a good heated person from what i can tell.
*Broken FREAKIN' neck
Such a good hearted person I assume you meant. 😅
@@Zman82 hahaha yeah but I'm leaving it. I like it better this way now lol.
@@Zman82 Nah, things can get a little heated in the locker room, and then there is some........
On top of the broken neck he won it after his dad died and coach got murdered
They need to stop saying he won with a broken neck.
He won with a BROKEN FREAKIN' NECK😂😂😂😂
Oh It’s True! It’s True!
YOU SUCK. YOU SUCK. YOU SUCK.
@@thepantherchannel2988
It’s Damn True !
Broken Frigging Neck
Spinal!!
Kurt Angle was for me the best pro wrestler I had ever seen. When you consider his skills on the mic, he is the complete package, or total package if you will.
It's sad how many people aren't gonna take this opinion seriously but I 100% agree
And the prettiest moonsault EVER
Definitely. Don't care what anyone says but he is indeed the greatest pro wrestler ever. He has that aura, in ring skills, promos, charisma, comedic timing and a gold medal to add to it with a broken FREAKING neck.
Oh it’s true!
Stone Cold had said numerous of times on his podcast that Angle picked up pro wrestling faster than anyone he’s known. He was just a natural.
Being a WWF fan since 85/86 and I'm 40 now this episode was AWESOME. Kurt Angle is one of my favorites of all time.
I saw hope in his eyes and that's cool as hell.
Basically since you were born !! Wow
@@youssefakenkar459 at the age of 2 to 3. It was always on in our house
@@lordbaylish3187p😅 52:55
You say 40 as if you're a senior citizen already 😂😂😂
I cant get that one gif out of my brain.
Guitar riff-🎶🎶🎶WHEN IMMMMM WITH YOUUUUU😂✌️
@@WrestlingisDopamine😭😭😭
YYYYEEEEEAAAAAHHHHH!
Perc angle needs to have its own movie
You’re not supposed to. You’re not EVER supposed to … 👁️ 👄 👁️
Kurt's a true American hero🇺🇸🏅
He didn't just beat guys with a broken neck, he beat those guys with a broken Freakin neck!!
The real Captain America. It's true! It's damn true!!!
Oh, it’s true, it’s true.
Kurt Angle is the real deal as a human. Such heart. Great interview.
Btw it's a broken frickin neck
Kurt Angle is so relatable and genuine. True American hero! 🇺🇸🥇
I hope Joe gave Kurt that doctor’s number.
Yeah I'm sure he did
I doubt Kurt left without it lol
@@jsimsgt96😂😂 he definitely aint leave without that mf
Same. I hope he got help or is planning on it.
Joe's also always BAKED, so it would be more ON KURT to remember 😂
Kurt Angle is genuinely one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, both in Amateur and Pro Wrestling. A match between him and Bret Hart would have been legendary. At least he had a dark match with Owen Hart, though. (wish there was video of that... 😔)
Agreed. Would have been great to see Kurt and Ricky Steamboat.
I became so sad when he said "I am barely making it, I am really struggling man". and thats not about money, its about the most precious thing on earth... HEALTH. Kurt, please get well soon. you are a freaking legend!
Oxy took my mom, RIP mom, you are missed and still loved.
Hope you’re in a good place
Sorry Man. 👊
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I deal with loss with humour I hope your doing well sorry for your loss but I’m Canadian so it’s spelt different but Bryan Adam’s is a cool name hahah
@@darrenshort1586 Thank you. In the 90's I would always get asked if I knew my name was BrIan Adams because of Bryan Adams. lol
Angle is a legend
God Bless Kurt Angle. One of the greatest wrestlers of all time and its a miracle hes still here with us
Omg I knew alot about Kurt but never about the night before the SD IronMan Match. Wow. I watched that match when I was 13 on UPN which was basically on "bunny ears" as we lived in the deep mountains where there was no cable. That match is still one of the best matches let alone not even being on a PPV. What a gladiator!
You ever realize back in the day that UPN Kids sounded so bad. Lol
@@dclxvi_89 Badasses for sure =P
Kurt is a legit dude. This conversation has felt 100% genuine. No bs
Hes so humble too. Not afraid of telling the truth even though it could make him look bad. Hogan could learn from Kurt amd his "3 I's"
@@michaelkeller5927 hogan is habitual
I always wanted to see Kurt and Curt (Angle and Hennig) to become a tag team together and become THE PERFECT ANGLE!
I can't believe that it never happened.
The unstoppable Perc Angle!!
The man, the legend Perc Angle.
Tna legend
Kurt on a perc
Legend!!!!
THE PERCLE LOCK!!!!
Joe is a lovely man. He really is. You can tell that after this he gave all of his best specialists to Kurt and probably offered to pay for it all.
Thank you for everything you gave us kurt. A true legend of ruthless agression.
Kurt angle is one of the one dudes I truly wish was trained in mma and went to the ufc. Dude could have been a serious contender.
I like how every single time Joe has a legendary wrestler on Tony's always on there
That’s on purpose bc Tony knows wrestling like Joe knows mma
Tony is so annoying. How is he a comedian?
I wonder how Konnan would do on here, he has the gift of gab and I've heard him talk about the crazy stories in Mexico
@@theeanonymousperson that would be a awesome episode on JRE
The pill thing about getting off them, the hollow feeling, all of it is so true, i went through it all too. And the worst thing about it is you still crave and think about it after and still feel an emptiness without it. Even after months of being off it. If your reading this and you know you have an addictive personality please stay away from prescription pain killers
What do you mean exactly like you want to get high again or becoming addicted alters your brain chemistry where you can’t feel normal again?
@@ross9144 both
I didn’t appreciate Kurt when he was wrestling but after he retired and started doing podcasts I have a whole new respect for the man. Wrestled with a broken friggin’ neck. Won a gold medal. Won multiple accolades in WWE. Battled addiction. I’m overcame addiction. Kurt did it all.
An Olympic Gold Medalist wrestler, who translated extremely well in pro wrestling. Dude just had unlimited talent and over the top charisma. He is definitely top 5, at least of this millennium.
Unlimited talent? Lol don't get me wrong he was a great wrestler, but he stayed in the same field his whole career he just we t from amateur to pro lol Brock Lesnar is way more talented than him...dominated wrestling when he was young then went to the nfl then pro wrestling then the ufc and also acting I believe to.
@rickwoolnough8508
1. Amateur and pro wrestling are two completely different animals. He is a gold medalist, and beat Brock in an actual wrestling match.
2. Brock barely made the practice squad before being cut. And the NFL *attempt* was after he left WWE the first time.
3. All wrestlers are actors and Brock had to be carried by Heyman for 20 years because he had the charisma of a stick and couldn't talk. Kurt was comedy gold. He didn't need anyone to talk for him. That being said, never heard of Brock acting outside of the ring.
Not glazing but my man you don't fully grasp what you're talking about.
Kurt is the GOAT. Only guy who I would say is 10/10 in the ring and 10/10 on the mic. He’s a unicorn.
Bret Hart is on parr with Kurt...I would also go so far as to say Piper was as well
@@ZacharyKelley-ly1xn Bret was great in the ring but he was an okay promo at best. Even he admits this.
@YeTism in his time he was the best hands down...
@@YeTismKurt was more entertaining
I hated Kurt growing up. He was so good at being a heel. Truly one of the greatest of all time. His run with Austin was gold
joe just casually DESTROYING people's subscription boxes
What do you mean?
@@Mozzos
Joe uploaded all the past episodes from Spotify all at once, so people's subscription boxes were filled with like 1000 JRE episodes.
It was fixed shortly after I posted this comment, but mine and everyone else's sub box was useless for at least an hour.
@@Dushmann_ wow that’s crazy!
That Dave Schultz shirt is super touching. That man is a true legend.
Kurt is sooo great and yet so humble... ❤❤❤
Kurt I am sending prayers to you my brother! I know this was last year but I am just now seeing this, so PRAYERS your way! God Bless All of you! 🙏🙏
Prayin for Kurt man used to watch him all the time as a kid
Watching this podcast with a broken freaking neck
🤣
Glad you’re here bro❤
OC's were researched for 15 years prior to being released they knew exactly what they were doing.
The amount of stuff Angle's over come in life is commendable. I know some issues were self inflicted, but he still worked hard to overcome them. I respect how open he is about it all too.. very humble.
Joe's memory is amazing...he has had to have seen at least 1000 fights...and he remembers the years...
Kurt broke his neck like 30 times and Brock Brocked it 10 times 😂😂😂😂😂
Kurt Angle is one of the strongest men in the history of wrestling
Kurt angle 🐐
Kurt is a real one. He’s a wrestling coach in El Monte California.
Kurt is so Awesome and humble man. I really had fun watching this and hope he comes back on the podcast again!
So one thing Kurt failed to mention: There IS a wrestling mat over the wood but it doesn't do anything to soften those bumps.
Also, Brock broke Hardcore Holly's neck by botching a powerbomb and almost broke A-Train's neck on a botched F5. Young Brock was a bit unsafe
Kurt Angle is a certified American legend
I injured my lower back in an accident while in the Military, I had a total of seven back surgeries, including three 4-level fusion’s and all I can tell is, IF you have any other options for procedures, take those options first.
DO NOT immediately get a fusion first if you can help it. I’ve had to retire early and have atrophy in both legs to this day, including severe nerve pain.
Kurt and big poppa pump where the 2 guys that kept me watching wrestling back in the 2000s. Was so entertaining. Needs more flowers than they give him.
One thing to keep in mind, when it comes to pain management, is that there’s literally millions suffering from extreme chronic pain.
So what’s the choice? Weed isn’t legal everywhere, so opioids are the only alternative.
It’s not a nefarious thing, it’s a legal thing.
I can't think of a more universally respected pro wrestler... Old fans, new fans, hardcore fans, casual fans.
Wrestling fans are some of the most naturally toxic, contrarian people on this planet - but they all agree that Kurt was absolutely incredible.
This is one of my favourite JREs. I'd seen/heard it in full twice before it was finally released to RUclips but when it popped up I selected it without hesitation. Kurt is an animal and I mean that in the most complimentary way 😁
He's got the moves, that make them all tap out, the Angle slam, the ankle lock, Marty jannetty, still can't walk
Kurt deserves his flowers
Broken Necks fear Kurt Angle 💪🏼
Kurt: “he’s STILL Ric Flair!”
Me: “unfortunately.”
Kurt Angle is such a wonderful human
Joe’s face here 😂😂 27:58
I've been waiting for this to come out on youtube.
None of these comments talk about how he said opiate withdrawal was harder than winning the Olympics with a broken neck or anything he’s ever done. He gets treated like an all time warrior for one but people look down on everyone fighting the second which even Kurt admits was harder.
Most people are lazy hypocrites, makes total sense.
Cuz your fighting yourself. So if he is a Olympic gold winner he basically has to beat a person with that kind of drive. Unfortunately he is the under dog in that battle. Your mind will make you do unbelievable things to justify doing the drugs. Honestly with money like he had he should have just been put under for 2 weeks and wake up clean. Or just given kolonipins until he was a zombie.
I love how Joey brings Tony on whenever there’s a pro wrestler there lol
Salute to the LEGEND. This is one of my favorite episodes I've seen.
Great Episode !! Just a real conversation.
A broken freakin neck!! 🥇
Thanks for the years of entertainment Mr. Angle.... You were always fun to watch sir.
Thank you for the conversation, men.
Kurt Angle neck has PTSD 😂
Thank you Kurt 🇺🇸
Tony just popping up outta nowhere 😭😭
Best podcast I have ever heard by far. Dude is crazy. Seriously a hero
Before he competed in the Olympics, his dad died in a construction accident and was living with his mom helping support her. Then won with a broken neck. Go watch his match when he won the gold. Amazing. 🇺🇲
All the Vince talk has aged like Milk😂😂
Joe and Kurt look like brothers
But who's older?
Gezza broke his neck like 6 times and carried on madness loved him in WWF what an athlete
Oh Man Angle is real as they come. I hadn't realised he had broken his neck so many times. Very entertaining to listen too. No bullshit. I really hope the Doctor can help him with his neck and spinal issues. He deserves some better quaility of life after all he has done.
1:16:43 Batista only wrestled full time from 2002/3 at OVW (WWE developmental school) to 2013! Batista never wrestled 20yrs as he in his late 20’s or early 30’s when he started wrestling so he wrestled for 10-11yrs max
Dave Bautista was born in 1969, or that's what every place says,
Why does Kurt always remind me of Randy Couture? like long lost brothers
Kurt Angle is one of the toughest men to ever live. He should be on every wrestling top 10
I love getting to know people at the true core on here…what a dude!!!
I have c5 to c7 fusion with cadaver bone. Titanium plate with 6 screws. The doctors scared me into having surgery before I could see what else was possible. I have more problems now than I did before surgery and more pain.
😱 JESUS, BUD
What would you have done instead now that you know better?
Kurt Angle is one of the GOATS
I didn't respect him in the wwf but I watched a biography about everything he went through and I totally respect him after watching it..all the pain and addiction etc😊
Kurt is an absolute beast!
I had no idea that Angle's injuries were that bad. Just goes to show you that you have to be willing to sacrifice so much more when it comes to sports.
Kurt Angle smoking a cigar 😂 love it
WHOOOOO Kurt Angle back in the mix 😎
This is one of the best episodes
What great guy. Bless him. May he get better soon.
Even in WWE when angle was shown as bad guy or not a hero, I still was a big fan of Kurt angle and always rooted for him. I love his entrance, the song and even the finish.
Kurt Angle is Mr. Bad Ass! Much LOVE from Sweden! 💛💙
Perc Angle!
I hope Kurt Angle gets all the help he needs
Excellent idea for a guest. Can’t wait to listen in full
Great people lately on the JRE pod
Thank you Joe Kurt and crew that was freaking awsome
The biggest what if in UFC history would be if Kurt Angle dedicated his life to MMA in 1996 after winning the Olympic Gold medal.
It's true. Its damn true.
kurt is a LEGEND! as a fan, all i have to say is... thank you
Kurt was the ultimate pro wrester in his prime! The guy was unbelievable in the ring , on the mike! I remember when he wrestled chris benoit! That was a awesome match!
Can you stop! Typing! Like this!!!!!!!
Was on 22-26 oxycodone a day and withdraws was the most horrible thing I’ve ever dealt with
Airorce started me on them
I had spinal fusion on my neck 3 years ago, still isn’t better nerves and pain gotten worse exactly like this and this dude broke his multiple times! Freaking crazy! But also he has better doctors and being taking care of compared to a nobody in Syracuse, NY haha but damn tough dude for sure
It’s just my favorite favorite interview. Was Kurt angle smoke a cigar I love you show y’all and big fan of yours Joe.
wrestling god
Lol, Brock didn’t want to beat on Kurt so he wrestled the Big Show instead 😂
Big Show didn't win a gold medal with a broken freaking neck lol