Wrestling's Charisma Advantage: Adaptable Superstars Conquer Any Arena
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Books
- "The Wrestler" - Mentioned as an iconic movie that reflects the toll wrestling can take on one's body.
Videos & Documentaries
- "Unreal" (Netflix) - A show that offers a behind-the-scenes look at WWE's writer's room and backstage production.
People Mentioned
- Jerry Lawler - A highly popular Memphis wrestling figure who was so influential he could have been elected mayor.
- Hulk Hogan - Mentioned as a superhero-type babyface from the 80s.
- Stone Cold Steve Austin - Referenced as a character who was a heel but gained widespread support, prompting a discussion about societal shifts.
- The Iron Sheik - An example of a character used to reflect geopolitical tensions of the time, specifically the Cold War.
- Conor McGregor - Used as an example of a personality-driven draw in MMA, highlighting the importance of personality over match quality.
- Shawn Michaels - Mentioned as a mentor figure from whom Paul Levesque learned during his early career.
- Rick Flair - Mentioned as a mentor figure from whom Paul Levesque learned during his early career.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger - Cited as an example of someone with a clear blueprint for success, moving from bodybuilding to Hollywood and politics.
- Reg Park - The bodybuilder who served as a blueprint for Arnold Schwarzenegger's career aspirations.
- Bruno San Martino - An iconic wrestler from a previous generation mentioned in the context of generational fandom.
- Roman Reigns - A current wrestler mentioned as an example of who the current generation of fans enjoys.
- Rhea Ripley - A current wrestler mentioned as an example of who the current generation of fans enjoys.
Organizations & Institutions
- WWE - World Wrestling Entertainment, the central organization discussed throughout the episode.
- Netflix - The platform where WWE's "Raw" is now viewed globally and where the documentary "Unreal" is available.
- The CW - The broadcast network where NXT airs.
- USA Network - The network where Friday night WWE shows air.
- Peacock - The streaming service where Saturday Night Main Event airs.
- ESPN - The network where WWE's major events (PLEs) will begin airing, highlighting their expertise in large-scale event builds.
- UFC - Ultimate Fighting Championship, used as a point of comparison to WWE's storytelling approach.
- Marvel Universe - Used as an analogy for WWE's long-term planning of storylines and character arcs.
- NHL - National Hockey League, mentioned in the context of professional sports availability in Ottawa, Canada.
- White House - Mentioned in the context of its staff being fans of WWE and the upcoming Presidential Fitness Challenge relaunch.
Websites & Online Resources
- WWE Network - WWE's former proprietary streaming service.
- YouTube - Mentioned as a platform where WWE has a significant presence, being one of the top channels across all sports and in the top 10 overall.
Other Resources
- Attitude Era - A specific period in WWE history known for its edgier and more physical content.
- Nil Program - Mentioned as an avenue through which WWE finds talent from college athletics.
- Presidential Fitness Challenge - An initiative being relaunched at the White House, discussed in the context of promoting physical activity.
- Kiss (band) - Mentioned for their live album in the 70s, used as an analogy for the importance of the live experience in WWE.