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October 16, 2016

The Brooklyn Brawler Talks Approaching Vince McMahon About John Cena, Turning Down WWE Lawsuit, More


Recently on Talk Is Jericho, the greatest WWE Intercontinental Champion of all time, Chris Jericho, welcomed the ironman of enhancement talents, Steve Lombardi, to the podcast. Lombardi, who also worked behind-the-scenes at WWE, talked about knowing John Cena was going to be a major star very early on. Also, Lombardi, better known as The Brooklyn Brawler, talked about his loyalty to Vince McMahon and the ongoing concussion class action lawsuit lodged against WWE. Finally, Lombardi discussed why WWE is so highly scripted now.

According to Lombardi, who produced the promotional spots for local markets and other videos for WWE, he knew Cena was going to be a star right away.

"I remember Cena came in the room and he didn't come in the room. He was standing around. He had a mohawk. He called himself The Prototype. And, I mean, he was just standing in the back and I said, 'why don't you come in here and cut a promo?. I hear you can talk.' And he starting doing this interview and then he did it in reverse. And then he, like, rewind, kind of deal." Lombardi added, "I went to Vince. I said, 'Vince, we have a ringer.' He goes, 'really?' And then, he [said], 'take him off the dark match and put him on SmackDown.'"

Also, he named MVP and Mr. Kennedy as two other performers he put over to WWE higher-ups.

"A couple of times [Vince has listened]. I put [Cena] over, I put MVP over, I put Kennedy over one time because Kennedy came in and he had some good talent, but he didn't work out, obviously."

Lombardi remains loyal to Vince McMahon despite parting ways with WWE this summer and stated that he would even take the witness stand for WWE in its defense of the continuing concussion litigation if need be.

"This investigator calls me up. He goes, 'apparently, you parted ways with WWE.' He says, 'would you like to join the class action lawsuit for concussions because we're really going after them?' I said, 'I'll join the lawsuit, but it's going to be on Vince's side because your lawsuit is so frivolous. It's stupidity!' He goes, 'why would you say that?' [Lombardi replied] 'Because you're asking me to join the lawsuit and you never asked me if I had a concussion.' I said, 'you're the dumbest man alive.' I said, 'have your attorney call me. I'd love to tell him he's a dumbass too.' Do you know what I mean? He goes, 'you should be bitter!' I said, 'I have no bitterness in me.'"

During the podcast, Lombardi revealed that Roddy Piper would ask him to get WWE brass to let him go off script, but he did not have that type of influence backstage. Lombardi suggested that WWE being so scripted today is due to performers taking liberties and McMahon not being able to trust them.

"It's almost like Vince couldn't trust the guys anymore because some of them took privileges that they shouldn't have [taken]. Do you know what I mean?"

March 11, 2016

Details On Ken Anderson’s TNA Release And Failed Drug Test


Wrestlezone Radio guest and Pro Wrestling Sheet editor-in-chief Ryan Satin is reporting former WWE/TNA star Ken Anderson was released from TNA Wrestling after he failed a drug test, which was administered after he appeared to be under the influence during a match.

According to sources, Anderson was reportedly working a match with Eric Young, but he looked so bad in the ring that he was forced to take a drug test before being sent home. Sources told Satin that the match was originally scheduled to air on the January 19th episode of Impact Wrestling but it had to be removed from the show. Eric Young was reportedly furious with TNA management after the bout, to the point he could be heard yelling at officials to do something about the situation.

Pro Wrestling Sheet says they’ve attempted to contact both Anderson and TNA officials for comment on the story, but have not received a response from either side. A source did tell Satin that management, while not commenting, does hope Anderson will get some sort of treatment.

Anderson made headlines earlier yesterday after a video of him surfaced where he announced he was no longer with the company, and said “f*ck TNA” during an Insane Championship Wrestling event.

January 7, 2015

Former WWE Writer Talks About Working With Company, Stephanie McMahon As Lead Writer, Storylines With Vince Mcmahon


WrestlingINC.com recently spoke with Lucha Underground Co-Executive Producer Chris DeJoseph to discuss many topics, including his time as a creative writer for WWE. Below are some of the highlights:

On how a typical work day at WWE was like:

“It depends on the day. Wednesdays were usually the day back at the office where our week would start. We would pitch segments. At the time Raw had 11 segments, and you would pitch your 11 like a mini-version of the show. Somebody like Brian Gewirtz would take all those ideas and take the best ideas out of it and put a show together. Thursday or Friday we would meet with Vince [McMahon] and begin working on the shows, go back to the drawing board and start writing the show. You’d write the show over the weekend, sometimes get feedback over the weekend. Usually Sunday you’d get on an airplane. Then you’d work the entire time on Vince’s plane, which was horrible. You go to a meeting, you go through the show, there’s changes, there’s re-writes and you produce the show. Then you get in a car and go to the next town, get on an airplane and start all over again.”

Working under Stephanie McMahon:

“I wonder who you talked to. Working for Stephanie wasn’t horrible. She was always good to us, as good as she could be. She was in a management position and handling a bunch of things creatively. But she had so many other things she didn’t have much input on what went on the show. I can rarely ever remember her pitching an idea that got on the show or pitching anything at all. Usually just listening and saying no. She was a good boss, a nice lady.”

Vince McMahon faking his death angle:

The plan was that we would see who would rise to power in his absence, but Vince McMahon had faked his own death to see where everyone’s hand was. That was kind of it. I don’t think we ever found a solution for ending that, which happens a lot with Vince. That’s how some stories get lost there.

Vince McMahon’s “son” angle:

Yeah I was there. The original idea was for Mr. Kennedy to be his son. I think Vince hated Kennedy. The crowd loved him, and everyone there loved him, but he didn’t wanna go there. The ending of the story was taken away and before you know it, it was Hornswoggle.

July 18, 2013

Miami Marlins Bringing in WWE Legends to Boost Attendance


Bizofbaseball.com is featuring an article about the MLB's Miami Marlins hosting a slew of appearances by WWE Legends like Bret Hart, Jimmy Hart, Jim Neidhart and other noteable names like Bill Goldberg, Mr. Anderson, Chavo Guerrero and more to boost attendance. The Marlins boast the worst attendance among all MLB teams despite a brand new ballpark...More?

January 16, 2012

Rumor Mill - TNA Claims They Have Nothing For Mr. Anderson


Mr. Anderson has been out of the TNA storylines because creative reportedly has nothing for him. Anderson hasn't appeared on Impact Wrestling since late November.

January 9, 2011

TNA Genesis PPV Results 2011

Matt Hardy debuts, Kazarian is the new X Division Champion, Beer Money are new Tag Team Champs, Abyss is the new TV Champ and Mr. Anderson is the new TNA Champion. Click here for more.

November 3, 2010

Mr. Anderson Reveals Chair Shots to the Head Banned in TNA


Over the past few years, we are learning more about the dangers of hard shots to the head. Concussions have become a major issue in the NFL with the league taking strict measures to enforce its rules and also putting in place a battery of tests before some can return to action following a concussion.

Now, TNA Wrestling is taking at least big step to help prevent concussions and head injuries by banning unprotected chair shots to the head.

"TNA has absolutely thrown down the gauntlet and said no more unprotected chair shots," stated TNA star Mr. Anderson on the "Between The Ropes" radio show. "And every time there is a chair involved in the ring, the agents will come up and say please make sure for me that you are not going to ... that you're going to put your hand up. Please tell me you're going to put your hand up or it's going to be a back shot or something like that."

It's a measure that needed to be put in place considering the danger involved in cracking someone over the head with a steel chair. Too many people have had their livelihood threatened or changed for the worse by taking these shots. It's outdated and totally unnecessary in the wrestling business now...More?

source: fanhouse.com

October 18, 2010

TNA Wrestling Week on Family Feud


TNA has announced that "TNA Wrestling Week" on Family Feud will air syndicated from November 1st through the 5th. It will be Rob Van Dam, Mr. Anderson, Matt Morgan, Jay Lethal and Mick Foley competing against Christy Hemme, Velvet Sky, Lacey Von Erich and Tara.

July 21, 2010

Randy Orton on Ken Anderson: "I Hope He Finds Something He's Good At"

The Wrestling Observer is reporting that Randy Orton recently made some harsh comments concerning former WWE and current TNA star Ken Anderson. Orton had the following to say:

"He is in denial. He thinks you have to be able to do a moonsault to know how to work. And, as far as dropping me on my head, he did. He never got to see all 4 camera angles of him doing it. I did. Plus, the left side of my neck down to my trap was sore all week in Mexico. I did tell Ken that he shouldn't be dropping me on my head with such a simple basic move. He never said sorry, and even called me a liar after the match. I remember looking at him in disbelief. And yes, I did tell management I did not want to work with him after that. Who wouldn't? That's my side."...More?

May 23, 2010

Ken Anderson: "Karma is a Motherf*cker!


It seems Ken Anderson, the former Mr. Kennedy, is happy about Randy Orton's injury. He just posted this on his twitter page:

I have one thing to say: Kharma is a MOTHERFUCKER!!

And it couldn't have happened... To a NICER GUY!!

Anderson blames Orton for his release from WWE.

source: twitter.com/secondpower

April 1, 2010

Randy Orton on Ken Anderson: “That Guy’s Dangerous.”

After being barraged with questions from fans at the years WrestleMania Axxess about having Ken (Mr. Kennedy) Anderson fired from WWE, Randy Orton responded with this comment:

"Kennedy, Anderson, whatever he’s calling himself...I saw him in that other company. You know, the one with that 10-sided ring,” he continued, going on to mock Anderson’s continued use of his self-introduction gimmick. “I saw the microphone come down...Come on, get a new gimmick. I’ve already seen that.”

March 11, 2010

RAW/iMPACT! March 8th Ratings Breakdown

Hour-by-hour ratings breakdown of WWE Monday Night Raw and TNA iMPACT! from this past Monday:

Segment 6:
The Triple H/Sheamus in-ring promo on Raw and a Criss Angel backstage segment with Santino gained 249,000 viewers, while iMPACT! featuring the Kevin Nash/Eric Young in-ring segment with Scott Hall and Shawn Waltman, Young vs. Waltman and a Kurt Angle/Mr. Anderson segment lost 56,000 viewers.

Click here for the full list.

source: f4wonline.com

January 17, 2010

TNA Genesis Results

Brian Kendrick, Ken (Mr. Kennedy) Anderson and the four-sided ring debut. Tara regains the title. AJ Styles turns heel with help from Ric Flair. Click here for full results.

January 15, 2010

"Major Acquisition" to Debut on Sunday at TNA Genesis

Wrestlezone.com is reporting that Ken Anderson (Mr. Kennedy in WWE) will debut at TNA's ppv Genesis.

January 1, 2010

Rumor Mill - Huge Names to Debut on TNA Monday Night Special

Reportedly, Scott Hall, Sean Waltman, Ken Anderson and Rob Van Dam will be appearing on the January 4th edition of TNA iMPACT! Click here.

December 9, 2009

Former WWE Wrestlers to Donate Brains for Research

Former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski issued a memo to PWTorch today listing several former WWE wrestlers who have agreed to donate their brains following death to aid the research of brain trauma from repeated blows to the head.

"Over 20 wrestlers have already enrolled or recently pledged to join the study, including Rob Van Dam, Matt Morgan, Lance Storm, Ken Kennedy, Molly Holly, Tony Garea, Antonio Thomas, Dawn Marie, Kevin Fertig, and other big names who at this point choose to remain anonymous," Nowinski said in a memo. "The only group of professional athletes so far with a greater commitment to this research is NFL players, with over 60 current and retired players involved."

Nowinski issued the memo in response to ESPN's report that Andrew "Test" Martin showed signs of long-term brain damage as a result of repeated trauma to his head during his wrestling career...More?

November 21, 2009

"Hulkamania" Tour Results: Show #1 (11/21): Melbourne

Fan report from wrestlezone.com:

Eugene & godfather beat "rock of love"

Spartan 3000 beat Shannon Moore with an amazing shooting star press (move of the night)

Nasty boyz beat Gangrel and Black Pearl in a street fight

Brutus Beefcake beat Heidenrich with sleeper hold

Lacy Von Eric wins a bikini contest then tried to start a USA chant (bimbo!)

Mr. (don't call me kennedy) Anderson beat Val Venus with a mic check. He then announced that Kennedy was dead!

Rikishi & Brian Christopher beat Umaga and Orlando Jordan

Hogan went over Flair in a match that Ric carried, both guys bladed, Flair did his usual spots and Hulk nearly collapsed in the ring having to throw away the knee brace. He won after hitting Flair with the knuckle dusters that Flair had in his tights.Hulk posed for 10 minutes sending the fans home happy. The wrestlers came out using their real names which confused the crowd.

July 29, 2009

Mr. Anderson Taking Responsibility for
Mr. Kennedy's Demise

From Ken Anderson's blog:

When "Mr. Kennedy" exploded on the scene in WWE, I was given the opportunity to do media interviews all over the world which can be EXTREMELY intoxicating. You're living out your dream, making serious money, finally achieving all your goals, and you're getting the chance to build on the already-intense fame by talking to the media.

"No comment" or "I do not recall" should have been in my vocabulary(Hey, it worked for Ollie North, right?) I admit that I just wasn't media savvy enough at the time to deal with all that comes with the responsibility of talking to the press. I said some very sophomoric things and that mistake was mine and mine alone, and I have learned from it.
That mistake set in motion a chain of events that allowed my detractors, both inside the company and outside, to jump all over me. I left myself open.

Vince McMahon didn't screw "Mr. Kennedy." WWE didn't screw "Mr. Kennedy." Ken Anderson screwed "Mr. Kennedy."

I promise you, it WON'T happen again.

July 16, 2009

Ken Anderson Gets Personal

Ken Anderson gives some insight into his video series and life after the WWE:

"This is not a bitching session, where I complain about how WWE held me down on purpose, took away my dreams, shoved my career up my ass, or singled me out and screwed me over."

"This is an explanation about the purpose of these videos, which is to show everyone what I have to offer. I'm a home run hitter being told to be satisfied with landing on first base. Ken Anderson 2I love being part of a team, and if we need runners on first base, I'll lead off. But when you have a lack of entertainment in the industry of sports entertainment, and you can hit the ball out of the park, it's the worst feeling in the world being told to draw a walk"...More?

source: heymanhustle.com

June 16, 2009

Mr. Kennedy...Injury Prone?

Ken Kennedy answers this question on his official site:

Let's say that you're having a match with a guy who's just supposed to give you a lil' old schoolboy to end the match. Just a nice and easy rollup for the finish. In fact the night before he hit you with his finish and the crowd didn't really react as strongly as you would have liked it to, so the agent (or producer) who's in charge of your match that night has told your opponent specifically NOT to hit his finish. Now keep in mind that having said this, your opponent's finisher is probably the furthest thing from your mind. So as you're waiting for this nice little easy rollup for the finish, the guy leaps into the air, hooks your head tight, causing your right arm to get caught between your two bodies, and drives you chest first into the mat. You go from standing to laying on your stomach with your arm stretched across your chest and your shoulder pops out of it's socket, tearing that muscle about 60% away from the bone. Now again, would an event such as this make you......"injury prone"?...More?

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