#115: Rob Van Dam on Pro Wrestling Biz, Fitness, & Medical Marijuana

The high-flying, risk-taking professional wrestling legend, Mr. Monday Night aka The Whole F’n Show, Rob Van Dam is today’s guest on the Renegade Radio podcast.   Rob is the only wrestler in history to have held the WWE Championship, the ECW World Heavyweight Championship, and the TNA World Heavyweight Championship (including holding the WWE and ECW World titles simultaneously within WWE).   In 2002, Van Dam was ranked the number one wrestler in the world by Pro Wrestling Illustrated.   In addition to listing those accolades I should note that Rob is just one hell of a cool guy, with a great spirit and energy.   Rob dropped by our Santa Monica HQ recently for a very candid, in depth discussion on a variety of subjects   Even if you’re not a fan of pro wrestling I think you’ll really enjoy the podcast.  Any time you get the chance to listen to a guy who has ascended to the highest level in athletics, entertainment or business, you’re going to learn something and have at least one big takeaway.   Some of the topics we discuss include:   4:20: His first ever appearance on WWE television in 1987   11:21: His thoughts on the roster split and current state of WWE   12:52: Reaction to CM Punk’s UFC debut and thoughts on his future   19:03: The early days of ECW including locker room stories, favorite matches, his legendary rivalry with Sabu, and more   20:24: Concussions and head trauma. Why RVD donated his brain and spine in the name of science   22:08: Why he believes he still has full cognitive function after suffering over 100 concussions   24:36: Benefits of medical marijuana for prevention of neuro-degenerative disease and his thoughts on the legalization of marijuana   47:56: What happened when ECW fell apart   56:15: Favorite memories from his days in WWE. favorite WrestleMania moment. and wrestling heroes he looked up to as a kid   1:05:52: Success habits or daily rituals, developing a successful mindset, and creating and maintaining a positive environment   1:16:11 How he maintains such impressive flexibility, what his workouts are like   1:19:44: His new favorite way to train   1:23:40: What he does for recovery   1:25:46: Name association with Vince McMahon, Paul Heyman, Bret Hart, Kurt Angle, John Cena and more   Be sure to check out RVD’s apparrel brand at www.Nonconformityclothing.com and support Sabu’s hip surgery fundraiser at https://www.gofundme.com/prowrestlersabu   This Episode Is Brought To You By: Thrive Market Get healthy groceries up to 50% off delivered to you.  Shopping for healthy food can burn a hole in your wallet and waste your time. Luckily, the crew at Thrive Market lets you pick up high quality food at wholesale prices and get it delivered right to your door. No more crazy price hikes or long lines. Get a FREE 15oz bottle of coconut oil Extra 15% off your first order Pay only $1.95 shipping Organifi Now you can get all your healthy superfoods in one drink... With no shopping, no juicing, no blending and no clean up.   In just 30 seconds a day you can supercharge your life, restore glowing good health, and feel decades younger. Save time Increase mental clarity Improve health Reduce stress Detoxify your body Rejuvenate your skin Boost immunity Onnit Total Human Optimization Get your Shroom Tech Sport, Alpha Brain, Hemp Force and more incredible supplements and fitness equipment at onnit.com/Renegade. And use the coupon code "Renegade" at checkout to save 10%. Finally, if you have questions you need me to answer, send them over to [email protected] Thank you to those of you who leave reviews on iTunes. I read each and every one of them, and sincerely appreciate your feedback. P.S. Please share this post with someone you think would enjoy it. I appreciate you. Thank you for listening.