In a recent episode of “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy” podcast, Matt Hardy expressed his thoughts on key indicators of AEW’s slump and delved into other intriguing subjects.
Here are a few notable takeaways from the podcast:
Regarding AEW’s decrease in popularity and the crucial role of ticket sales, Hardy opined, “In my viewpoint, the most significant measure primarily boils down to ticket sales. Occasionally, they’ve had successful shows in larger markets which helped maintain trust among their audiences. Recently, however, they’ve switched gears to operate in smaller venues. I genuinely believe this is a wise decision as it can potentially infuse a sense of vibrancy, passion, and life into the product. The challenge for AEW lies in introspection – they need to understand why there’s been a wane in their popularity.”
Speaking of ECW, Matt reminisced, “ECW was truly unique, to say the least. I often wonder whether the Attitude Era would have manifested in its current form, had ECW not existed. There’s no denying its major influence. I hold utmost respect for ECW and reflect on its moments with a fond sense of nostalgia. They were trailblazers in their own right. Take for instance, Paul Heyman – a gifted individual who could motivate a dressing room to go out there and give it their all. He was also a forward-thinking promoter who had mastered the art of eliciting emotional investment from the audience.”
You can watch and listen to Hardy’s insights in the embedded content below:
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