On a recent edition of the “Insight” podcast, NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion EC3 discussed if he’d ever consider returning to WWE, his relationship with former TNA President Dixie Carter, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On another potential WWE return: “I’m so thoroughly content with building what we’re building right now. And I’m very on board. I feel very much that I could be a gear in the strongest machine possible, or I can sink or swim being a catalyst to build something for the future. How much are they paying? [laughs] No, I believe in what we’re doing, I believe in WPC. They put me in a great position, not just champion, but sort of like, I don’t know, I guess I’m a locker room leader and things like that. And being able to help cultivate the future intrigues me greatly, especially because I’m still in my prime, and I could beat everybody.”
On keeping in touch with Dixie Carter: “Yeah, I text her once a month. We have a little exchange. It was pulling teeth to get her on that OVW guest spot we did. Al Snow and I were helping her produce it because she was filming it at home. And like it was just like old times micro-managing and analyzing things that don’t matter. Like all you have to do is just show up and say hi and just have fun with it. She said I don’t know if this is the right tone. I said, just have fun, that’s what this sh*t is supposed to be. And I think that’s what she never really got to experience because she jumps into the business in the deep end to like, you know, the competitive, shark-filled waters of the professional wrestling world where a lot of people are utilizing her and probably manipulating her and trying to get money and this and that. I don’t know if she ever just got to have fun. She got to have that fun and that this is the reason we do this.”
On his rivalry with Dean Ambrose in WWE: “I didn’t have any [momentum]. I think it was a weird spot because Dean has been on top. Shield, awesome, loved, adored, whether they’re protagonists or antagonists, they’re ingrained in the culture. Also, at the same time, he’s publicly announcing I’m bucking the system. I’m out of here. I love the dude, but when you have the freedom, it doesn’t matter what I do. Like he did like that promo and it was great because he’s just feeling it. Usually when you don’t give a sh*t, sometimes it’s when your work is the best. [It was scripted that] Every time I’m going to speak, I get cut off. So does that kill the momentum? A bit, unless we delivered something in the back end. So the match, we had a decent little match. It’s a TV match. And I think I won like with a roll-up, as opposed to I don’t know, should I have just beat the dog sh*t out of him? Or what would have made me keep the momentum but then the momentum was killed the next week anyway, so didn’t matter.
I think partly the reason that was killed is because we were working the live events together. So Dean and I, we would have these really good live event matches, eight minutes, like third on the card, they’re solid little things. Right place right time. He’s the antagonist, I’m the protagonist, but he’s getting cheered, and I’m getting booed. So in the middle of that match, I’m like, this is exactly where I want to be. If I can garner the sort of push of I’m a baby face, but people generally don’t like me, that’s Roman, Cena level, I can get to that, that’s where I need to be because I’m a sh*t baby face. So we’re working these matches, and I’m working babyface and my comebacks are getting booed, he’s getting cheered. And like, I’d slip over and slip over and slip over. On the last night, because we’re really good professional wrestlers and tired of always doing the same thing. We’re in the middle of the match and they’re really anti-me and they’re really for him. I think he has me in a hold. He’s like, you wanna switch it up? Well, yeah.
So in the middle of the match, I take over and now I’m playing kind of the bad guy, and I’m, you know, beating the sh*t out of him. And now he’s fired up, and he’s making a comeback. And the same finish, whatever, but we went about it a different way. Apparently, that got back to the office, to Vince perhaps, I don’t know for sure. But when you buck the system, you’re spitting in his face sometimes, it’s like a power play. So the next day on TV momentum is cut and then it’s just nothing after that.”
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In a recent episode of the “Insight” podcast, NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion EC3 opened up about various topics, including his potential return to WWE, his relationship with former TNA President Dixie Carter, and his rivalry with Dean Ambrose during his time in WWE.
When asked about a potential return to WWE, EC3 expressed his contentment with his current position and the opportunity to build something for the future. He mentioned that he believes in what he and his team are doing in WPC (presumably referring to his work in the wrestling industry) and that he could be a valuable asset to the company. However, he also humorously added that the amount of money offered would play a role in his decision.
EC3 also discussed his relationship with Dixie Carter, stating that they keep in touch through monthly texts. He shared an anecdote about working with her on an OVW guest spot, where he and Al Snow helped her produce the segment. EC3 mentioned that it was reminiscent of old times, with Carter micro-managing and analyzing details that didn’t necessarily matter. He expressed his belief that Carter never truly got to experience the fun side of the wrestling business due to the competitive nature and the people trying to take advantage of her.
Regarding his rivalry with Dean Ambrose (now known as Jon Moxley) in WWE, EC3 revealed that he didn’t feel he had much momentum during that time. He acknowledged Ambrose’s popularity and the impact of The Shield stable on wrestling culture. EC3 also mentioned that Ambrose publicly announced his departure from WWE, which gave him more creative freedom. Despite scripted interruptions during his promos, EC3 believed that they could have delivered something impactful if given the opportunity. He also mentioned their live event matches, where he played the babyface but received boos while Ambrose was cheered. EC3 saw this as an opportunity to become a compelling babyface character that people didn’t necessarily like, similar to Roman Reigns or John Cena. However, he noted that the momentum was ultimately killed, possibly due to their decision to switch things up during one of their matches.
In conclusion, EC3’s interview on the “Insight” podcast provided insights into his thoughts on a potential WWE return, his relationship with Dixie Carter, and his experiences working with Dean Ambrose. It showcased his passion for the wrestling industry and his desire to make a meaningful impact in his career. Fans of EC3 can stay updated on all wrestling news by visiting eWrestlingNews.com or following their social media pages.