Insight with Chris Van Vliet

BONUS - Hulk Hogan Interview From October 2023

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Jul 26, 2025
Hulk Hogan, the legendary 2-time WWE Hall of Famer, shares remarkable insights from his storied wrestling career. He discusses the possibility of Chris Hemsworth portraying him in an upcoming movie and reflects on iconic moments, including his match with The Rock at WrestleMania 18. Hogan opens up about the emotional weight of chronic pain and his views on wrestling evolution, turning heel, and even missing storytelling opportunities. With a mix of gratitude and nostalgia, he emphasizes the legacy he cherishes and the deep connections with his fans.
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INSIGHT

Hulk Hogan Persona's Powerful Transformation

  • Hogan explains his persona started as a gimmick but made Terry Bollea a better person.
  • Dialing the persona in helped him focus and improve himself beyond the gimmick's face value.
INSIGHT

WrestleMania 18's Wrestling Artistry

  • WrestleMania 18 represented a miraculous art form in wrestling with incredible crowd interaction.
  • The match showcased how live audience reactions deeply influence in-ring performance and storytelling.
ANECDOTE

Surprise nWo Heel Turn

  • Hulk Hogan's heel turn into the nWo was kept secret, even from his partners until the last moment.
  • The crowd's intense reaction in WCW was like a heat he'd not felt for a long time, nearly causing a riot.
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