Lance Storm Vol. 2 Shoot Interview
RF Video recently had a golden opportunity to sit down with one of pro wrestling’s most outspoken personalities. He has wrestled all over the world and held titles in ECW, WCW, and the WWE. Most recently he is known for his opinions and speaking his mind on the current state of the business. It is with great excitement that RF Video presents a brand new Shoot Interview with Lance Storm. We pick up with Lance where we last left off, ECW. Lance talks about the week Mike Awesome left for WCW as champion. How did it affect Lance’s future jump to WCW? How did Paul Heyman react and what did he tell the talent? What was it like the night a WWE wrestler wrestled a WCW wrestler for the ECW title? Lance relives the crazy week with some great stories to boot. Lance goes in depth about his jump to WCW. Who contacted him? What were contract negotiations like? What perks did or didn’t Lance get? Lance also talks about Paul Heyman’s reaction and how something Paul did made the jump possible. Lance also has a tremendous story about his first creative meeting with Eric Bischoff and Vince Russo. Wait until you hear the “brilliant” idea that Russo had for Lance and what the reaction of Bischoff was. Lance has been known lately for his criticism of Vince Russo on his website commentaries. Lance talks extensively about why he can’t stand Vince Russo. Lance has some classic Russo stories from WCW. Find out what Russo originally wanted to call Team Canada. Did Vince Russo screw Booker T when he went over for the WCW world title? Lance has a very revealing story that has never been told before about the night Russo went over for the title. You will understand Lance’s frustrations with Russo a lot more after seeing this Shoot Interview. Lance also reflects back on the many personalities he worked with in WCW. Lance recalls a story about Lex Luger going to the top rope which is hilarious. Lance also talks about the first time he met Scott Steiner and the rib Steiner pulled on him. Lance talks more about one WCW star and how ironic it was that this star didn’t say two words to him in WCW, yet was overly friendly in the WWE. Lance also has great stories on Kevin Nash, Ric Flair, DDP, Bret Hart, Hulk Hogan, and Goldberg. None of these stories have ever been told until now. Lance does a great job recounting the last days of WCW. You won’t believe how Lance actually found out about the WWE sale. Lance tells a very funny story about meeting Shane McMahon the first time at Nitro. Lance also talks about why he felt secure about getting a WWE deal. Ironically, Lance also talks about his contract situation almost cost him a WWE deal. Lance also reveals his original bookings plans for that night which were changed. Get a glimpse into one of pro wrestling’s most historic nights from someone that was right there. Lance talks in great detail about his transition into the WWE. Why was Lance’s transition easier than most of the ex-WCW guys? What was the original plan for the WCW guys at WrestleMania 17 and why was it changed? What did Lance think of being the first WCW guy to start the invasion? How much thought went into Lance’s debut? What was the reaction of the crowd? How much pressure did he fell? Lance talks quite a bit about the Invasion angle. Who did he like working with from the WWE side? What did he feel was the hottest moment of the angle? Conversely, when did Lance feel the air was let out of the balloon? What were some things he would have done differently? Lance reveals for the first time the alternative match to Buff Bagwell vs. Booker T on RAW and how it impacted him. Speaking of Buff, Lance has some hilarious Buff stories about his short run in the WWE. Some you have heard, and some you will hear for the first time. Find out who surprised Lance the most about their involvement in the angle and how he compared it to his days in WCW. Lance also talks about all of his feuds and matches in the WWE. Was it more frustrating for Lance to be kept off WrestleMania 18 or WrestleMania 19 and why? Lance gives a great example of the difference in the pressures of being a top guy in the WWE as compared to his days in WCW as a high mid-level wrestler. Lance recalls standing by as Chris Jericho and Goldberg got into a scuffle in the locker room. Lance also has some great stories about his run against Hulk Hogan and Edge. How did something Hulk say to Vince McMahon almost get Lance heat? Lance also a great story about a time where Vince put him on the spot and made him nervous for one of the first times in his career. Lance also thoughts and stories on Triple H, Randy Orton, John Cena, Kurt Angle, JBL, Chris Benoit, Chris Jericho, Brock Lesnar, and more. Lance also jokes about his many retirements and what brought him out of retirement each time. Which match did he truly think was his last and why? Lance also talks some of his more controversial commentaries and reactions he has received to them. Lance is proudly a drug-free athlete, but there was a time when Lance considered using steroids. When was it and what happened to change his mind? In addition to his own career, Lance weighs in on the current wrestling scene including Bret Hart possibly returning to the WWE, the current state of TNA, and more. Words can’t do this interview justice. There is no such thing as a one word answer from Lance Storm. Every answer is a story or a long thought-out opinion. RF Video will tell you with great confidence that this is one of the most enjoyable and informative Shoot Interviews we have conducted. It is with great honor that we open up the door once again into the great career and mind of Lance Storm. How did ECW change after Taz leftWhat do you remember about the week Mike Awesome showed up on WCW with the ECW beltMemories of the night he dropped the beltHow did you wind up in WCWHow did Paul take the newsDid you feel there was more you could have done in ECWAny good Paul storiesInitial impressions of Vince RussoDid you have an idea of where your angles were going when you came overWhat was your initial impression of the locker roomInitial thoughts on Nash and HoganGuys often say they never knew who was in charge at WCW, do you agreeInitial impressions of Ric FlairInitial impressions of StingInitial impressions of Lex LugerHow well were you guys received by the locker roomWas it cliquishMemories of your first few matches with the luchasMemories teaming with Billy KidmanWhat do you remember about Bash at the Beach and the Hogan incidentHow involved was Bischoff at the timeDo you think it was a workDo you think WCW spent too much time trying to work the boysThoughts on GoldbergDid you ever regret your decision to come to WCWDid you ever negotiate with WWE before jumping overDid you feel a vote of confidence giving you three titles at onceWhen did you feel you were really starting to hit your stride as far as getting over with the fansMemories of matches with Booker TMemories of matches with Mike AwesomeWhos idea was Team CanadaSpeaking of Canada, how tight were you with Bret in WCWWho’s idea was it to bring Elix Skipper into the groupThoughts on ElixMemories of your feud with the MisfitsMemories of matches with the Filthy AnimalsMemories of matches with DugganDo you think the Scott Steiner-DDP fight was a work or shootMemories of Scott SteinerSteiner says that a lot of the guys hated Ric Flair, is that trueMemories wrestling Terry FunkDo you think Jeff Jarrett was over pushedWhat did you think of David Arquette getting the titleA lot of critics point to the last year or two in WCW as terrible, do you agreeWhos idea was it to team you and Mike Awesome upThoughts on Mike and his passingHow did you find out that Vince bought WCWWhat were your original thoughtsHad you ever negotiated with the WWE at any time in WCWTake us through the last NitroWhat were the emotions of the locker room likeWhat do you remember about the speech from ShaneWho booked your last matchDid the crew watch the RAW feedMemories of your match on the final NitroWere you told that you were going to be brought to the WWEWhat were the reactions when Vince was shooting in the ring on guys like Jarrett and LugerHow soon did you find out you would be picked up by the WWEWas it a lengthy negotiationWas the original plan to keep WCW a separate brandInitial impressions of VinceWhat were you led to believe about the integration of WCWDid you think it would be a separate companyMemories of traveling to WrestleMania that yearYou were the first WCW wrestler to invade, memories of that nightHow were you accepted by the locker roomDid you think the angle would be hugeHow was Austin to work with in the angleWere you surprised when ECW went out of businessDave Meltzer has reported that Paul had been in business with the WWE for years before this. What are your thoughts on that?Did Paul change at all when you worked with him in the WWEThoughts on the ECW revival angleThoughts when Stephanie McMahon got involved?Were you excited to be wrestling Jericho in your first WWE TV matchMemories of matches with AlbertInitial impressions of Triple HInitial impressions of the UndertakerAt what point do you think you were accepted by the locker roomMemories of the night the boys stomped all over BuffAt what point did you realize that the ball was dropped on the Invasion angleMemories working with The RockDid you feel confident of your spot at the time since you got to go over on Rock and got the IC titleMemories of the Unamericans angleDid you like itWas there a difference in being on the SmackDown brandWhat were your initial impressions when the NWO came into the companyMemories wrestling Hulk HoganThoughts on Edge and matches with himMemories teaming with ChristianThoughts on matches with Chris BenoitYour thoughts on the tragedyAre you surprised that some guys still think he was framedAs a drug free athlete all of your career, how tempting was it for you to use steroidsMemories of wrestling on your first WrestleManiaThoughts on matches with Curt HennigMemories of Brock LesnarYou blogged about Brock’s UFC title win and your thoughts on what he does or doesn’t represent about pro wrestling. Can you expand on that?Memories of matches with Kurt AngleThoughts on Angle’s troubles over the yearsMemories of matches with Randy OrtonThoughts on Randy today and his successThoughts on John CenaMemories teaming with William RegalWas it embarrassing at all to lose to Lawler and Jim RossMemories of your match with Kane and RVD at WrestleManiaIs RVD reckless in the ringMemories of your angles with Goldberg in the WWEYour take on the Goldberg-Jericho incidentWas Scott Steiner much different backstage in the WWE than WCWWhy do you think he didn’t get over as he did in WCWDid you like the boring gimmickWhat led to your decision to retireInitial impressions of OVWHow receptive were the guys to your inputKennedy told a story about Daniel Puder falling asleep during Bubba’s lecture. Did you have problems with Daniel?Was there someone that made it from OVW that really surprised youYou came back a little bit in 2005, what prompted thatThoughts on your match at One Night StandWhy do you think Vince brought ECW back and not WCWCould a WCW One Night Stand have workedThere was a reported incident between you and JBL, what really happenedThoughts on JBL going after Meanie in the battle royalYour thoughts on all of the ECW reunions over the yearsWhy do you think some work and some don’tDo you think it is time to put it to restWhat led to you finally severing ties with the WWEWhat inspired you to do start your academyAny notable graduatesHow involved are you in the ring with your studentsWhat inspired you to start blogging and writing columnsHas anyone ever contacted you directly about something you wroteYou have been very critical of TNA, why do you think Vince Russo is still aroundDid Russo ever propose any crazy ideas for you in WCWYou once wrote about an angle between Kurt Angle and Awesome Kong, what was your ideaHas anyone ever approached you to bookWhat led you to coming out of retirement for ROHAre you happy with the matchHas WWE ever contacted you about coming back for one appearance here and thereThoughts on the current productThoughts on the Guest Host conceptWho is the next breakout star in your opinionWhat does TNA need to do to turn things aroundCan TNA be successful with Dixie in chargeThoughts on the whole Angle-Jarrett messThoughts on the incident in Canada where fans attacked Chris JerichoThoughts on Jeff Hardy’s arrestThoughts on Ric Flair wrestling againDo you think that the WWE should post suspensions on WWE.comHow shocked were you when you heard about Chris CandidoThoughts on The Ultimate Fighter beating WWE in the ratingsA lot of the guys in ECW thought you were cocky when you first came in and did the Allentown show. Did you get that vibe from the locker room?You once said that you and Raven were a great booking duo. Are you surprised he hasn’t done more booking?Any good road storiesAny good Owen Hart rib storiesThoughts on the Montreal Screw JobSurprised that Bret wants to go back?How did you get involved with doing radio shows for Brian Alvarez and Dave MeltzerDo you think some wrestlers see you now as one of the mediaDo you think Dave gets a raw deal in wrestling amongst the boysWas it hard being committed to your family with all of the road temptationCan ROH last the year?Thoughts on UFC and comparisons to pro wrestlingDo you want to write a book