Insight with Chris Van Vliet

Matt Cardona On Chelsea Green, Possible WWE Return, Adam Copeland Match, Chris Jericho, John Cena

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May 15, 2025
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Matt Cardona
Matt Cardona, a former WWE star famously known as Zack Ryder, shares insights about his transition to the independent wrestling scene. He discusses his matches against Adam Copeland and Chris Jericho, revealing what kept him from returning to WWE. Cardona also talks about the importance of creativity and resilience in wrestling, personal anecdotes about his wife Chelsea Green, and offers advice for fellow wrestlers navigating their careers. It's a candid look at the emotional rollercoaster of the wrestling world and the necessity of reinvention.
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ADVICE

Reintroduce Yourself Every Time

  • Always perform as if the audience doesn't know you, even if they've seen you before.
  • Reintroduce your character and story fresh every time you perform to engage new viewers.
INSIGHT

Three Paths After Release

  • Released wrestlers have three paths: fade away, coast on WWE status, or reinvent and work hard.
  • Reinventing and pushing hard is challenging but the path Matt Cardona chose for success.
ADVICE

Stay Proactive With Opportunities

  • Stay ready and proactive in reaching out to WWE or other promotions.
  • Don't wait passively; keep showing what you are doing to maintain opportunities.
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