Did you see the WWE recently removed Muhammad Hassan for political reasons. Same happened to Chuck and Billy. Do you have any thoughts on those characters? Chuck and Billy? What a blatant rip-off of the WHB. They were terrible. I don't think they were removed for political reasons, but maybe from a lack of talent? They just could not get that gimmick over. Billy Gunn has had his run with other characters that I enjoyed, but with Chuck, let's just say DUD. Hassan's storyline was good, but the casual fan doesn't watch enough to follow or understand that he wasn't trying to be a terrorist, but was displaying discrimination against Arab-Americans. I didn't like them adding the terrorist overtones at the end, I thought it was unnecessary and went against the original direction of the angle.

I thought the Flock stole the show in WCW. What did you think of the crew? Do you have any comments on Raven, Reese, Kidman, or any of the others? I owe Raven so much. He helped me in ways I could never describe in a written interview. He has a great mind for the business and is talented. The Flock angle was good/ great. It was ended way too soon. Take all of the Flock members and tell me a time any of them were more over than when the Flock was together in 97-98.

So what was your favorite sign, and who came up with the sign idea? I liked "If it is raining, bring your La Parka."  Signs, signs, everywhere a sign. Raven stole the idea from Lou E., formerly sign guy Dudley. Brilliant idea Raven. My favorite sign? Too many to narrow it down to one.

Did you come up with all your own signs? No, some of the boys would give me ideas, though probably 90% of the ideas were mine.

You've wrestled some huge names. Who are some of the biggest? My first Nitro match was against Chris Benoit. I wrestled Bill Goldberg, Eddie Guerrero, Booker T, Kevin Nash, DDP... at one time or another almost all of the names from WCW.

I remember you facing Goldberg. Is he as stiff in the ring as everyone says? One time I saw him spear Chavo Guerrero Jr. I thought Chavo might have died. I had no problems with Bill, we were friends from the Power Plant at WCW. he was a class act.

More recently you had some hard times. Your apartment burned, you spent time in a wheel chair... can you tell us a little about that? Hey, why bring up old stuff? Yes, in 2002 I broke my neck for the second time and was in a collar for 5 long months. My apartment totally burned last year and I lost everything I owned. God has blessed me with some wonderfully high peaks in my life, I cannot complain when he throws in a valley or two. On to bigger and better things, I have my first book coming out in 8-10 weeks. It is a fictional novel about a contest bodybuilder, and it will be available at both my web sites, my store, and Amazon.com, just to name a few places!

Can you tell people about your gym and supplement store? www.yourflexappeal.com is the web address. (www.lodirulz.com is the wrestling site) I owned a pt studio before wrestling and it is my other true passion in life. I am glad to be back in the fitness industry! I train about 20 clients a week now...

So do you think that it is ironic that you own a nutrition store that is located on "Carmel Road?"  No comment...

At least it isn't located on the Hershey Highway. Uh, no comment.

Do you have any closing comments?  To all the fans out there, please know I appreciate everything you guys have given me. The boos and the cheers, I will always appreciate. Without you there would be no LODI!

                        Slyck Wagner Brown Interview 
                       NinjaPimp's Exclusive Interview!
                      
Slyck, how is your wrestling career going now-a-days?  Good, I just came back from Japan and am looking forward to going back soon.

Who are some of the guys who influenced your career?  Shawn Michaels, Mr Perfect, and Rick Rude.

Who do you think are some of the better independant wrestlers out there?  John Walters, Homicide, and Low Ki.

What about the ladies. Who are your favorites?  Jazz, Trinity, and April Hunter.

I always see your name with April Hunter's. What is your relationship?  She's my manager inside the business, and my best friend outside of it.

Do you think you'll ever feud with her? I think there is real potential for a long term feud.  Maybe, but what's in it for me? It's no big deal if I beat a woman.

Why do you think you don't see long term feuds in the independents anymore?  They could really help increase attendances because people would be more familiar with why people are wrestling.  I don't know, but that's a really good point. I'm guessing it's hard without TV exposure.

What about racism in wrestling. How do you feel about characters like Kamala and Saba Simba?  I'm not gonna judge those guys because they did what they had to do to put food on the table.

Where do you see your character in 5 years?  I'm hoping to be on the next level making a name for myself.

If you could work a program with anyone, who would it be?  Shawn Michaels, he inspired me to become a pro wrestler.

If you formed a new stable with other wrestlers, who are your ideal partners?  Homicide and Low Ki. What would we be called? Black Wrestlers.

Well thanks for your time.  No problem, thanks. http://www.slyckwagnerbrown.com/
 

                            Detroit's Big John Interview 
                           NinjaPimp's "Toughest SOB!"
                              

John, you've been a bodyguard, steelworker, repo-man, bouncer, and you've worked in a variety of security jobs. Which do you consider the toughest?
First of all thank you... it is a real honor. Aside from being married... my hardest job physically was steelworker but body guarding and repo-man present a much higher level of danger. To be in a constant CYA (Cover You A$$) mode is mentally draining.

Can you tell us about one of your more interesting repossessions?
That's easy. Taking a vehicle from a Michigan State Police parking lot. Yes, it was the cops car with them watching us do it from the window of the police station. We brought a whole new meaning to gone in 60 seconds shaving the time down to 12.7 seconds flat.

What clubs have you worked at, and have you worked with any celebrities? Ever had to bounce Eminem?
Not at liberty to discuss the clubs but I have provided security/bodyguard for Jay-Z, Chris Rock, Jack White, Renne Zellwigger, Kwame Killpatrick (Mayor of Detroit) and various sports figures (Pistons, Red Wings) to name a few. I have never bounced Eminem although we did go to the same grade school. I have met his ex-wife Kim. One of my coworkers has thrown Eminem as well as Kid Rock out of local clubs.

Do you think the environment in Detroit is any more dangerous than other cities?
Well it ain't Grayling or anything but it's probably as dangerous as any big city. Especially at night when I am at work. Of course I do live next to 8 Mile (HA HA).

From what I understand, you have more guns than most police departments? Are you at liberty to tell us about your arsenal?
Well let's say I have more than I need but not all that I want.

Do you shoot in competition?
Yes several types. I shoot on a trap league. I shoot long range and three gun combat competitions. I am also a member of Glock Shooting Sports Foundation. Along with regular combat handgun training which is ongoing and progressive.

If it isn't tough enough that you are armed, you are a big guy. What are some of your personal lifting records?
Well I am going back a few years but my personal best bench was just shy of 400lbs.

What's your relationship with the local police? I hear that you are on pretty good terms with them.
Due to the nature of my job I am around law enforcement on a regular basis. Once they get to know you are professional in your job they have respect for you as I do for them.

Do you have any other hobbies? I'm guessing that you hunt.
I live for hunting season. When I am not hunting or target shooting I have been know to practice my banjo playing. Bluegrass Rules!

What are some of your record kills?
I don't really look for records its just the thrill of being in the woods and the hunt itself I did get a large coyote once and a huge Russian boar.

Well thanks for taking time for being with us today.