DeepSummary
In this podcast episode, Chris Van Vliet interviews Max Caster, a professional wrestler signed with AEW and part of the tag team The Acclaimed. Max discusses how he comes up with the lyrics for his freestyles, taking inspiration from various sources like news and pop culture. He also talks about learning from "Daddy Ass" Billy Gunn, who has helped elevate The Acclaimed's act.
Max explains the origin of the "Scissoring" catchphrase and how it became a cultural phenomenon within AEW. He also touches on the controversial nature of some of his raps, including the backlash he received for a line about Simone Biles. Max shares his mindset of being the "Best Wrestler Alive" and why he trademarked the phrase.
The conversation shifts to Max's thoughts on talent acquisitions in AEW, where he expresses skepticism about the need for new talent when he believes AEW already has the best wrestlers. He also discusses his desire for more challenges and matches with other top talent, feeling that some wrestlers may be afraid to face him and The Acclaimed.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Max Caster puts a lot of thought and effort into crafting his freestyles, drawing inspiration from various sources while remaining mindful of what will resonate with the audience.
- The "Scissoring" catchphrase became a cultural phenomenon within AEW, bringing fans together in a unique way.
- Max Caster has a confident and unapologetic persona as the "Best Wrestler Alive," trademarking the phrase and believing in his abilities.
- He expresses skepticism about the need for new talent acquisitions in AEW, believing they already have the best wrestlers on the roster.
- Billy Gunn's addition to The Acclaimed helped validate and elevate their act, with Max Caster praising Gunn's impact.
- Max Caster desires more challenges and matches with other top talent, feeling that some wrestlers may be afraid to face The Acclaimed.
- He acknowledges the controversial nature of some of his raps but does not regret them, as they have contributed to his current success.
- Max Caster aims to improve his mindset and give himself more credit as a veteran and top wrestler in AEW.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “Everything that I've ever said and done has led to my career being at this point right now. And I can't regret it.“ by Max Caster
- “I am the only platinum that's allowed to be in wrestling. I'm the only best wrestler alive, and we have a few others, so, I'm happy with that.“ by Max Caster
- “But when he got added on, it just kind of elevated everything we were doing. It added nothing of Billy Gunn. Whatever he's done in his career, specifically. It was just now Billy Gunn is doing the acclaimed stuff, and it kind of just validated everything that we did.“ by Max Caster
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Insight with Chris Van Vliet
Blue Wire
5/7/24