On a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry discussed the behavior of AEW President Tony Khan, his boss lashing out at critics on social media, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On Tony Khan not being like Vince McMahon: “Vince never answered the critics. Vince told you what it was, gave you the product, and then said ‘Take it or leave it.’ Tony and Vince are different people. Tony is not only a good boss, but Tony is a fan of the people. He loves the fans because he was one. And him at his absolute, most critical point, Tony would’ve never done that. So he’s offended when a fan does that.
On his belief Khan will stop doing it: “But I think that as AEW gets 10 years old, 15 years old, Tony will lose that. He’s entitled to his feelings about his child, 100%. And the people that incite a riot, I just would hope that somebody would say ‘Tony, that person is irrelevant. They’re just trying to burn the world, they’re trying to incite a riot. They just want to get some attention using you. Please, stay general.’”
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In the world of professional wrestling, there has always been a level of drama and controversy surrounding the industry’s top executives. Recently, WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry shared his thoughts on the behavior of AEW President Tony Khan and compared it to that of WWE Chairman Vince McMahon.
During an episode of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Henry discussed how Khan differs from McMahon when it comes to handling criticism and interacting with fans on social media. According to Henry, McMahon never felt the need to respond to critics. He would simply present his product and let the audience decide whether they liked it or not. On the other hand, Khan takes a more personal approach, as he is not only a boss but also a fan of the industry.
Henry praised Khan for his love for the fans, which stems from his own experience as a wrestling enthusiast. However, he also expressed concern about Khan’s tendency to respond to critics and engage in heated exchanges on social media. Henry believes that as AEW continues to grow and mature, Khan will eventually let go of this behavior.
The former WWE superstar hopes that someone close to Khan will remind him that some critics are simply looking for attention and trying to incite a negative reaction. He suggests that Khan should stay focused on the bigger picture and not let these individuals distract him from his vision for AEW.
It is important to note that both McMahon and Khan have their own unique management styles and approaches to running their respective wrestling promotions. While McMahon has been at the helm of WWE for decades and has established a reputation for being a shrewd businessman, Khan is still relatively new to the industry but has shown great passion and dedication.
As fans, it is interesting to observe the different dynamics between these two influential figures in professional wrestling. McMahon’s stoic approach and ability to brush off criticism have allowed him to build an empire, while Khan’s more interactive and fan-focused approach has garnered him praise but also raised concerns.
In the end, time will tell how Khan’s leadership style evolves as AEW continues to grow. As the promotion reaches milestones and faces new challenges, it will be intriguing to see if Khan adapts his behavior and takes a more detached approach, similar to McMahon. Regardless, the wrestling world will continue to be captivated by the actions and decisions of these two influential figures in the industry.
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