Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh

Cody Rhodes on Roman Reigns “Beef”, Finishing Fathers Legacy, & Vince McMahon Story

Oct 30, 2024

WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, son of the legendary Dusty Rhodes, dives into the captivating world of professional wrestling. He discusses his thrilling journey, from the pressures of being a 'nepobaby' to overcoming the Stardust persona. Cody shares insights on Vince McMahon's impact, the complexities of storytelling, and the emotional weight of wrestling legacies. He reflects on his daring decision to leave WWE for AEW and the challenges of financial instability. With humor and passion, he emphasizes the importance of personal identity in the wrestling narrative.

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Cody Rhodes

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Cody Rhodes highlights the transformative Vince McMahon documentary, shedding light on its incredible impact on the wrestling industry.

Reflecting on his journey, Rhodes emphasizes the dual nature of wrestling as both scripted performance and genuine competition through personal connections.

Rhodes discusses the significant pressure and emotional weight of winning the Royal Rumble, tying it to his family's illustrious legacy.

Engaging with the audience is vital, as Rhodes believes crowd reactions shape narratives and enhance wrestlers' performances in the ring.

The evolution of wrestling promotes creative expression, allowing wrestlers to push boundaries while fostering deeper storytelling within the sport.

Deep dives

The Magic of The Undertaker

An unforgettable moment was experienced when The Undertaker chokeslammed The Rock, showcasing the dramatic and theatrical nature of wrestling. The atmosphere was palpable, as the lights went out just as The Undertaker winked at the speaker, creating a feeling of magic and excitement. This incident exemplified the larger-than-life personas within the wrestling world, reinforcing the notion that wrestling transcends mere athleticism into a realm of performance art. The speaker emphasizes the enchanting experiences that can occur inside the ring, highlighting the unique nature of professional wrestling.

Intro

3min

Wrestling Archetypes and Legacy

15min

A Journey Through Wrestling Legacy and Upcoming Shows

5min

Breaking Free: The Emotional Transition

5min

Independent Wrestling Revolution

20min

Perspectives in Storytelling and the Power of the Rub

2min

Odoo Benefits & Independent Wrestling Tales

8min

Balancing Value and Narrative in Wrestling

20min

Political Strategies and Comedic Speculation

2min

10.

Political Banter: Wrestling with Election Dynamics

2min

11.

Political Humor and Provocative Commentary

2min

12.

Wrestling Realities: From Injury to Authentic Storytelling

18min

13.

The Emotional Dynamics of Wrestling Storylines

3min

14.

Wrestling Dynamics: Fans, Power, and Personal Journeys

8min

15.

The Art of Wrestling Storytelling

7min

16.

The Emotional Canvas of Wrestling

23min

17.

Laughter and Legacy in Wrestling

23min

yerrrr WWE CHAMP Cody Rhodes came to Flagrant studios to show off the belt, talk to us about this insane Vince McMahon documentary, help break down some wrestling beef for us and tell us his insane rise, fall and story within the world of professional wrestling. INDULGE

00:00 Intro

00:57 Vince Doc is truly incredible + Rep it properly

3:33 Cody is THE White Meat Baby Face

6:48 Finishing The Story + Being a Nepobaby

9:31 Dusty Rhodes + Hall of Fame Speech

12:02 Start in WWE, highs and lows + felt locked in

14:24 Little battles, Hated being Stardust + Work on your craft

19:29 Dustin liked Goldust, Father proud too

22:42 Leaving WWE, burn. the boats + huge risk

26:12 Living check to check + Brandi had his back

27:58 Posting “The List” + Seeing his impact

33:50 Bullet Club + Meltzer’s tweet “I’ll take that bet”

41:00 All-In mania + Things that went wrong

46:12 Tony Khan connect + AEW being created

52:57 Worst experience as Indie + ”dead or in jail”

57:30 How much was Cody making?

59:32 What is the Cody Lie?

1:02:47 Why shake the cage again?

1:04:25 Vince’s offer + Cody owning his IP

1:10:02 1 match + Why not challenge for title on AEW?

1:14:14 Seth Rollins + nerve-wracking return

1:16:15 Need guidance on being Face v Heel

1:24:15 The Pec injury

1:29:29 Pure enjoyment, the “f word” + 100% real

1:34:43 Focus group every night + Triple H calling the play for 39

1:38:37 Brock Lesnar’s rub + unbelievable professional

1:41:18 The Rock’s return + being heartbroken

1:44:36 We want Cody + Rock becoming The Final Boss

1:49:06 Not the best of friends with The Rock

1:51:07 Seth Rollins is the man

1:57:02 “Finish The Story” + Real moments

2:02:58 “Thank you for the house” + Roman is incredible

2:04:14 How hard is this the schedule?

2:05:05 Behind the scenes tension + We need the tan

2:08:30 We need attachment + find your thing

2:11:28 Recruitment, the It factor + Mega Man moves

2:16:32 How to work the crowd

2:18:55 Learning your opponent + speaking Carnie

2:21:11 Not trying to crack up + Modern WWE

2:27:59 Emulating sports now + Biggest pops

2:31:46 Why does a character plateau?

2:34:25 How long can Cody go on for?

2:38:27 Honoring Dusty Rhodes with mom

2:42:01 Cody’s daughter changed EVERYTHING

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Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh

Cody Rhodes on Roman Reigns “Beef”, Finishing Fathers Legacy, & Vince McMahon Story

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