Business Wars Encore: WWF vs WCW | How AEW Dynamite Reignited the Wrestling War | 7
Jun 2, 2021
In this engaging discussion, comedian and former WWE writer Matt McCarthy dives into the wrestling industry's latest rivalry. He reflects on the unique appeal of pro wrestling and contrasts the rise of All Elite Wrestling with the lessons of WCW's decline. The conversation also speculates on WWE's future sans Vince McMahon, examining key figures poised to lead and the evolving landscape. With humor and insight, McCarthy highlights how AEW is reshaping wrestling, reigniting fierce competition and fan enthusiasm.
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WCW's Downfall
- WCW's downfall stemmed from financial mismanagement, lack of creative foresight, and failure to cultivate new stars.
- Unlike comic books, pro wrestling relies on continually creating new stars due to wrestlers' limited careers.
Post-WCW Wrestling Landscape
- After WCW's closure, some wrestling fans stopped watching entirely.
- AEW caters to newer fans and those who enjoy the independent wrestling scene, while WWE focuses on lapsed and casual fans.
Vince McMahon's Complacency
- Vince McMahon may have become complacent after WCW's demise due to his significant head start.
- His hubris and dismissal of other wrestling companies as mere "wrestling" while positioning WWE as "entertainment" could be a strategic misstep.