Triple H on WWE's Evolution, the Rise of the Antihero, and the Psychology of Stardom
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
Outro
Hosts close the episode with thanks to Triple H and final applause, wrapping up the conversation.
(0:00) Introducing Paul "Triple H" Levesque
(0:56) The skills needed to be an effective professional wrestler, understanding the characteristics of President Trump and The Rock
(5:41) The rise of the antihero / heel persona, and why modern wrestling is more morally grey
(8:43) WWE vs UFC: Why they are opposites, star building
(11:21) Physicality of the WWE and how they support wrestlers
(14:13) The business of the WWE: using streaming and social as a funnel for live events, the magic of live WWE
(21:28) Helping America's youth via physical fitness
(23:35) How the internet forced wrestlers to blend their in ring personas with real-life
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