Paul Heyman On Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, ECW, Failed "Paul Heyman Guys", Triple H

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Paul Heyman (@HeymanHustle) is a pro wrestling manager and WWE Hall of Famer. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Stamford, CT to discuss how he brings out the best in the wrestlers he advocates for, being aligned with top stars such as Brock Lesnar, CM Punk and Roman Reigns, how he became Roman Reigns' Wise Man, why Curtis Axel and Cesaro didn't work as "Paul Heyman Guys", being in the ring with Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 42 when Lesnar appeared to have retired, what he does behind the scenes in WWE, why he left WWE in 2006, rumors about Vince McMahon funding ECW, how close he came to joining TNA, and more! SEAT GEEK: Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount 🌏 Upgrade your online protection with an all-in-one security app! Get an exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here ➼ It’s risk free with NordVPN’s 30-day money-back guarantee! CALDERA LAB: Go to and use code CHRIS for 20% off your first order. 00:00 Intro 01:37 Mastering the little things 03:57 Character vs real life 05:47 Always knowing his assignment before a segment 08:02 His pronunciation of "Brock Lesnar!" 11:30 How he helps Superstars 14:41 Alliance with The Tribal Chief, Roman Reigns 28:33 Brock Lesnar 35:11 Moment with Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 42 37:49 Curtis Axel & Cesaro not working out as Paul Heyman guys 44:59 His reaction to Brock ending Undertaker's streak 47:29 WWE should be eligible for the Emmy Awards 51:12 His role in WWE 54:15 Praise for Triple H's work in WWE 01:05:18 What fans don't understand about booking a show 01:14:45 Leaving WWE in 2006 after the rebirth of ECW 01:27:25 Discussion with TNA after WWE departure 01:31:25 Thoughts on AEW 01:33:58 Rumors of Vince McMahon funding ECW 01:46:25 Cutting off his ponytail 01:48:40 Viral photo of him not in a suit 01:51:30 Getting sick after WrestleMania and still appearing on TV 01:58:20 ECW Mount Rushmore 02:04:30 3 things Paul Heyman is grateful for 02:05:27 How much longer he wants to work in wrestling Subscri