Paul Walter Hauser will face Matt Cardona at Wrestling REVOLVER’s ‘Ready Or Not’ event this weekend in Clive, Iowa.
On a recent edition of the “Insight” podcast, Hauser spoke about his desire to wrestle in the ring, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On why he wants to wrestle: “Part of it is because, I wanted to know what it was like, kind of like when you do research for a role. I learned it because I thought it was interesting and I had never done it and I wanted to. In doing so, I had people like Dallas Page, Sean Waltman, Anthony Ogogo, Paul London, all telling me, ‘You’re actually pretty good and your taking to this pretty quickly.’ Sent footage to people like Nattie Neidhart, she’s saying, ‘You have it, it just needs to be refined.’ From a physique standpoint, they can say what they want about me being a big guy. Some of my favorite wrestlers are Bam Bam Bigelow, Kevin Owens, Vader. These guys are not known for being in shape, they’re known for being agile and strong and having some form of charisma.
“I look at it like this….there was an interview with Tony Deppen, an Indie wrestler. Somebody mentioned my name to him and he was like, ‘I don’t know who that is, but they’re probably just copying what me and Ron Funches did.’ I’m like, maybe you and Ron Funches copied what Dennis Rodman did before you and maybe Dennis Rodman copied what Lawrence Taylor did. Everybody likes to think, ‘Some actor is coming in to do their 15 seconds of wrestling fame.’ No, I’ve been a student of watching it my entire life and now I’m actually doing it in the ring. To be fair, I don’t know who Tony Deppen is either. So, it’s mutual bud.”
On being told that he’s ‘paying his dues’ in the indies: “Disagree. I don’t want to pay my dues, I want to learn the craft. I don’t have to pay dues. You know why? When a guy like Dave Bautista comes into Hollywood and gets Guardians of the Galaxy, I don’t say to him, ‘Woah, get in line. You have to go do a guest star on NCIS before you get to this Marvel film.’ That’s not the way the world works. Wrestling thinks that’s how it works and they try to put people in line.
“The reality is, a guy like Maxwell Jacob Friedman or Goldberg or Sheamus can have a very quick rise because they’re just good. I can pay respect, which I’ll always do, but pay dues…if somebody asked me to do a WrestleMania match and do the Snooki routine where they’re like, ‘You’re going to be a random celebrity in a tag match,’ I’m doing it. I’m not doing seven years on the Indies until then. I’m just going to do what comes across my plate. In fact, I was talking to somebody from Highspots, they’re doing a show WrestleMania weekend and they’re like, ‘If you came and did a match, who would you like to wrestle?’ I was thinking it over, ‘Maybe we can do a street fight.’ The guy who came to mind immediately was Sami Callihan.”
The MicroMania wrestling tour has announced a new date for its WrestleMania week schedule.
The pro wrestling tour has added a show on April 4 at Xfinity Live! in Philadelphia, which will host WWE WrestleMania 40.
You can check out the updated schedule below:
March 12: Joe’s Sports Bar – Alpharetta, GA
March 13: Tannery Row Ale House – Buford, GA
March 13: Whiskey River Saloon – Norco, CA
March 14: the Iron & Oak Events Center – Livingston, TN
March 14: Larry Flynt’s Hustler Club – Las Vegas, NV
March 15: the The Boondox – Columbia, TN
March 15: Little Darlings – Las Vegas, NV
March 16: 1933 – Bakersfield, CA
March 16: Mr. Billy’s Bar – Clarksville, TN
March 17: Seasons Of Murfreesboro – Murfreesboro, TN
March 17: Club One Casino – Fresno, CA
March 19: Big Shots Billiards – Lake Forest, CA
March 10: Honky Tonk – Ladson, SC
March 21: Sarah’s Bullpen – Stafford, AZ
March 21: AsylumProWrestling Arena – Boiling Springs, SC
March 22: the Berkeley Shrine Club – Moncks Corner, SC
March 22: Punchy’s Tavern – Sierra Vista, AZ
March 23: Pour Choices – Woodruff, SC
March 23: Wild Side Tavern – Pahrump, NV
March 24: Pour Choices – Woodruff, SC
March 27: Hardyville Tavern – Bullhead City, AZ
March 28: BJ’s Cabana Bar – Lake Havasu, NV
March 28: The Lucky Leprechaun – Roseville, MI
March 29: The Reef Nightclub – the Wisconsin Dells, WI
March 29: the Roadrunner Saloon – New River, AZ
March 30: Ramona Mainstage – Ramona, CA
March 30: Red Moon Restaurant & Bar – Rubicon, WI
April 4: 44 Sports Grill – Glendale, AZ
April 4: Xfinity Live! – Philadelphia, PA
Paul Walter Hauser, known for his roles in movies like “I, Tonya” and “Richard Jewell,” is set to step into the wrestling ring this weekend. Hauser will face off against Matt Cardona at Wrestling REVOLVER’s ‘Ready Or Not’ event in Clive, Iowa.
In a recent episode of the “Insight” podcast, Hauser discussed his passion for wrestling and his journey into the world of professional wrestling. He explained that his interest in wrestling stemmed from a desire to understand what it was like to perform in the ring, similar to how actors research their roles. Hauser received positive feedback from wrestling veterans like Dallas Page, Sean Waltman, Anthony Ogogo, and Paul London, who commended his natural talent and quick progress.
Hauser also addressed the misconception that he is merely a celebrity looking for a brief stint in wrestling. He emphasized that he has been a lifelong fan of the sport and is committed to honing his skills. Hauser mentioned that he doesn’t feel the need to “pay his dues” in the independent wrestling circuit, as some believe is necessary. He pointed out that in other industries, such as Hollywood, talented individuals can rise quickly without having to go through a lengthy process. Hauser cited examples like Dave Bautista, who transitioned from wrestling to starring in major films like “Guardians of the Galaxy” without having to start from the bottom.
While Hauser respects the tradition of paying respect to established wrestlers, he believes that his talent should be recognized and that opportunities should come his way based on merit. He expressed his willingness to participate in high-profile events like WrestleMania if given the chance, rather than spending years on the independent circuit. Hauser even mentioned a potential match with Sami Callihan during a conversation with Highspots.
In addition to Hauser’s upcoming match, the MicroMania wrestling tour has announced a new date for its WrestleMania week schedule. On April 4, the tour will hold a show at Xfinity Live! in Philadelphia, coinciding with WWE WrestleMania 40. This event provides wrestling fans with another opportunity to witness exciting matches and experience the thrill of live wrestling.
As Paul Walter Hauser continues his journey in the wrestling world, fans eagerly anticipate his performance against Matt Cardona at Wrestling REVOLVER’s ‘Ready Or Not’ event. Hauser’s passion for the sport and dedication to learning the craft are evident, and it will be exciting to see how his skills develop in the future.