Insight with Chris Van Vliet is a podcast for any fan of WWE and wrestling. The host provides conversations with everyone from famous wrestlers to referees and broadcasters. They discuss their love of the sport, how they got into it, and reminisce about the past. They talk about the competitive spirit, career challenges, and winning championships.
Podcast host Chris Van Vliet creates a relaxed atmosphere in his conversations. This helps guests feel comfortable to open up and discuss more personal things. Even stars like Hulk Hogan, who have given many interviews in the past, manage to reveal new details. This allows the listeners to learn a new side to the sport, one which is more personal and intimate.
The host of Insight has a long history as a TV host and interviewer. Chris received his first position in 2005, right after graduating from college. The position was a news reporter role at CHEX-TV. Later, he hosted entertainment shows on MTV 2 and Canadian Sun TV. Chris was also a part of Inside Jam! on WOIO and Deco Drive on WSVN. Some of his notable interviews included Dakota Johnson and Oprah Winfrey.
While he was one of Hollywood's top reporters, Chris also grew interested in wrestling. He worked as an announcer for several independent promotions. In 2019, Chris became the backstage interviewer for AEW.
Insight expands on the host's passion for professional wrestling. It's a place where Chris can meet up with icons such as The Godfather and Stone Cold Steve Austin and discuss their upbringing. They open up about their personal lives and how they affect their game.
Chris also uses the platform to interview wrestling journalists, managers, and authors. Anyone who has some connection to the sport might receive an invitation to the podcast. For example, in one episode, Chris speaks to Billy Corgan, the lead singer of The Smashing Pumpkins. Outside of his music career, Billy owns the National Wrestling Alliance.
New episodes of Insight with Chris Van Vliet come out on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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