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Post by Gerard Gerard on Jun 2, 2015 18:37:55 GMT -5
It was a bit of a treat seeing the Stone Cold character again. You can really see why Austin mentions repeatedly, on his podcast, why he is sometimes reluctant to get into that character again; he goes full-on intense.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 2, 2015 22:40:45 GMT -5
This was fun. I enjoyed the stories and the big match tease. Heyman does a hell of a Dusty impression, man!
The big match tease got a little awkward, in my opinion. It kind of came out of nowhere, but it still got me very intrigued to see where it will go. Either way, I look forward to more of these.
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Post by Phil Parent on Jun 2, 2015 23:02:27 GMT -5
Ladies and gentlemen, the first GIF I've ever made.
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Post by Stuart Baggs The Brand on Jun 5, 2015 0:01:53 GMT -5
One thing Paul brought up which I wish they'd expanded on was when he was talking about his promo style. It was actually about how he engages the audience but as a side point he said a lot of promos these days are like this:
"Last week on Smackdown this thing happened and because of that I am annoyed...".
That really hit home with me. That is exactly what is wrong these days. The terribly scripted promos are being delivered by wooden actors trying desperately to remember their lines. It's so in your face. Whereas "back in the day" you'd have wrestlers come out and they'd sell you their emotions. Just look at Austin back in 1998 when he was pissed off. Or Triple H. Or The Rock. Or Taker. Or anyone!
It's not just the promos. It's the commentary. Gone are the passionate calls which made you feel the emotion they were trying to convey. These days moments are given no time to sink in and breathe. Instead you're given a scripted line, telling you what to think about it. NXT this week was a perfect example. Rhyno gored Balor and literally seconds later, two separate lines were delivered making sure we were on their intended level. No shock, no outcry. Just a quick summary and nudge in the direction of the storyline.
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Post by DiBiase is Good on Jun 5, 2015 0:10:19 GMT -5
I was pissed off by the whole God Damn thing. Claiming that they couldn't say it because it's PG was utterly pathetic. I know it's considered a swear in some places but it's hardly on the same level as f*** and c***.
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Post by 4TheGlory on Jun 5, 2015 1:06:17 GMT -5
I forgot how intimidating Austin can actually be. His face was beat red when he went into full character
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Post by Chainsaw on Jun 7, 2015 0:36:08 GMT -5
I caught a good portion of it just now. Holy shit did Austin turn it on at the end! Just right into it. It'll probably never happen, but Brock wanting a piece of Austin is money!
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Post by Saul Goodman on Jun 7, 2015 1:26:00 GMT -5
That's why Austin was so bulletproof. When he went into Stone Cold mode, I seriously couldn't tell if that was a shoot or not I'm 100% sure that it was a work.
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Post by Hit Girl on Jun 7, 2015 7:56:13 GMT -5
I found it funny that they couldn't say "god damn", but Heyman made several references to lines of cocaine.
I doubt many kids would have been watching a network podcast anyway, and if they were, then they've probably seen and heard far worse online.
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Post by Society of the Spectacle on Jun 7, 2015 11:23:40 GMT -5
I didn't really enjoy it as much since I've heard all of the other times Heyman has been on Austin's podcast, and this show drew a lot from the previous epsiodes (although the extension to the Rude story was great.) Still the ending was awesome if uncomfortable. Uncomfortable in a good way though, as it felt old school with Austin really selling the match right then and there. It felt bizarre and different in the sense that we're so used to the promo style now, where the only real intensity we get in serious promos now is from Cena when he is in full "preacher voice."
I would love to see a show with Austin having McMahon and Heyman on together. Of course it will never happen, but I think Heyman and McMahon sharing stories about Vince Sr., the territory era would be really cool to see.
I'd also love to see Austin have a veteran like Regal on to talk about the new crew of guys and girls/NXT.
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Post by Chainsaw on Jun 7, 2015 14:03:10 GMT -5
I found it funny that they couldn't say "god damn", but Heyman made several references to lines of cocaine. I doubt many kids would have been watching a network podcast anyway, and if they were, then they've probably seen and heard far worse online. You'd be amazed at what people still get offended by these days.
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Post by TheDieselTrain on Jun 19, 2015 19:08:22 GMT -5
Any word yet on when the next one will be? Or will he be alternating months with Jericho?
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Post by wildojinx on Jun 20, 2015 14:49:48 GMT -5
Has Austin done a podcast with Jerry Lawler yet? It might not be as hard hitting, but it would be interesting, plus a good way to plug the lawler dvd.
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Post by Cranjis McBasketball on Jun 21, 2015 4:14:11 GMT -5
Has Austin done a podcast with Jerry Lawler yet? It might not be as hard hitting, but it would be interesting, plus a good way to plug the lawler dvd. Yes, two parter I believe. One of the earliest ones.
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