Kofi Kingston was a recent participant on the “Reality Of Wrestling” podcast, where he discussed the current prospering phase of WWE and his role in it.
Kingston expressed his gratitude for being an active participant in this era of wrestling, which he described as unique and special. He added, “Our objective is to raise the standard and continue the momentum. Selling out arenas pays testimony to the efforts we’ve put through the years, and we aim to maintain this streak.”
He views the popularity surge as a crucial time to engage audiences effectively and for a considerable duration. He stated, “We strive to deliver our best, in terms of matches, performances, promos, backstage, and overall. The intent is to excel, which subsequently elevates the wrestling industry, akin to a roller coaster ride.”
CM Punk, in his conversation with the “No-Contest Wrestling Podcast”, mentioned his association with Paul Heyman in OVW before his stint with the main WWE roster.
Here are some critical takeaways from their discussion:
Upon joining OVW, Punk was placed under the guidance of Paul Heyman. He termed this opportunity as a privilege, as he gained valuable writing and formatting lessons from Heyman. Punk recounted, “He was adept at multitasking, making extensive operations appear as simple as brewing coffee.”
Punk also narrated his experience of editing shows alongside Heyman and Danny Davis, an episode filled with learning and occasional arguments.
Reflecting on his relationship with Heyman, Punk observed that their shared unwelcome reputation in WWE circles brought them closer. He considered their association more as a downfall than an achievement, as it resulted in more disdain for him amongst WWE fraternity. However, he affirmed that he used those critical insights and knowledge, even if it meant returning to Ring of Honor after his release.