WKPWP - AEW President Tony Khan for 2.5 hours talks in-depth about launch of AEW Dynamite on TNT, booking philosophy, Attitude Era influence
Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast
Wade Keller
3.9 • 903 Ratings
🗓️ 1 October 2019
⏱️ 182 minutes
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Summary
-WWE/NXT competition
-What defines success
-International TV controversy
-Booking process and philosophy
-Kenny Omega’s presentation
-Future of house shows and PPVs
-Social media presentation of wrestlers and staying in character
-What translates today from the Attitude Era? What doesn’t?
-What are his influences from watching wrestling over the decades?
-Is he nervous about the debut show on Wednesday?
-Will all top execs eventually move to the same city and work at same HQs?
-What does AEW mean by “authenticity” and the sports-like feel?
-What mistakes have they already made and what are his areas marked for improvement?
-Will AEW target all demographics or primarily focus on one core group?
-How will AEW be more “wrestler-friendly” both creatively and regarding lifestyle?
And much much more.
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