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Conrad Thompson and Bruce Pritchard discuss the creation and evolution of the Kane character in WWE. They explore the initial brainstorming process, the casting of Glenn Jacobs, and the development of Kane's backstory, wrestling style, and presentation. The episode covers Kane's debut in the first Hell in a Cell match, his feud with the Undertaker, and the impact of his supernatural powers on the wrestling landscape. They also discuss the Inferno Match, the reveal of Paul Bearer as Kane's father, and the challenges of incorporating supernatural elements into traditional wrestling. The episode concludes with a discussion of Amazing Kind Calm CBD products, their benefits, and Bruce's personal experience with them.

Outlines

00:00:00

The Creation of Kane

Conrad and Bruce discuss the creation of the Kane character, exploring the initial brainstorming process, the casting of Glenn Jacobs, and the development of Kane's backstory, wrestling style, and presentation.

00:16:45

Kane's Debut and Early Feuds

The episode covers Kane's debut in the first Hell in a Cell match, his feud with the Undertaker, and the impact of his supernatural powers on the wrestling landscape.

00:54:32

The Inferno Match and Paul Bearer's Paternity Reveal

They also discuss the Inferno Match, the reveal of Paul Bearer as Kane's father, and the challenges of incorporating supernatural elements into traditional wrestling.

01:44:22

Amazing Kind Calm CBD

The episode concludes with a discussion of Amazing Kind Calm CBD products, their benefits, and Bruce's personal experience with them.

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Q&A

• What was the creative process behind the creation of the Kane character?

  Bruce Pritchard was drawn to the story's potential for creative freedom and the ability to create a character without boundaries. He describes the initial brainstorming process and how the story evolved over time.

• How did the casting of Glenn Jacobs as Kane impact the character's development?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss whether the story was written with Jacobs in mind or if he was chosen for his reliability and work ethic. They also discuss the potential for the gimmick to dilute the Undertaker's character and the importance of finding a strong story for Kane.

• What was the significance of Kane's debut in the first Hell in a Cell match?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss the timing of Kane's debut and the decision to have him debut in the first Hell in a Cell match. They explore the creative process behind the match and the impact of Kane's entrance.

• How did Kane's storyline humanize the Undertaker and make him more relatable to the audience?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss the impact of Kane's storyline on the Undertaker's character, exploring how it humanized him and made him more relatable to the audience. They discuss the importance of family relationships and the emotional impact of the story.

• What was the importance of no-selling in establishing Kane as a monster character?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss the importance of no-selling in establishing a monster character, exploring the concept of insurmountable odds and the need to create a sense of doubt in the audience.

• How did Glenn Jacobs's transformation as Kane impact his performance?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss Glenn Jacobs's transformation as Kane, exploring whether there were any concerns about his experience level. They discuss the importance of finding his \"inner asshole\" and the need for aggression and intensity.

• What was the significance of Kane's height and the use of lifts in his boots?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss the use of lifts in Kane's boots to make him appear taller than the Undertaker. They explore the potential risks of wrestling in lifts and whether it was a necessary decision.

• What was the impact of Kane's early matches and the use of red lighting?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss Kane's early matches, including his first pay-per-view match against Mankind at Survivor Series. They discuss the use of red lighting in his matches and the reasons for its short-lived use.

• Why were fans so fascinated with Kane's cape?

  Conrad and Bruce discuss the popularity of Kane's cape, exploring why fans were so fascinated with it. They discuss the symbolism of capes and their association with heel characters.

• How did the idea for the Inferno Match come about?

  The idea for the Inferno Match was inspired by similar matches in Puerto Rico and Japan, but Bruce wanted to create a safer and more effective version. He worked with a team to develop a special apparatus that surrounded the ring with fire.

• How did the reveal of Paul Bearer as Kane's father come about?

  The idea for the reveal was inspired by the popularity of paternity reveals on shows like Jerry Springer. Bruce and Paul Bearer developed the storyline, ultimately revealing the truth in a candid camera moment.

Show Notes