Mike "The Miz" Mizanin appeared on Episode 10 of the Complex Graps Wrestling Podcast to discuss his current professional conflicts within WWE [1].
This appearance highlights the intersection of podcast media and professional wrestling storytelling, where performers use long-form interviews to build heat for ongoing rivalries and promote specific character arcs.
During the episode, Mizanin spoke with hosts Jamie Iovine and Tim "Hann" Rivera about his antagonistic relationship with Danhausen [1]. The conversation focused on the tension between the two performers and Mizanin's desire to remove his rival from the organization.
"I need to rid WWE of Danhausen," Mizanin said [1].
Beyond the feud, Mizanin addressed his professional partnership with Kit Wilson [1]. The discussion touched upon the dynamics of their alliance and how it fits into the broader landscape of WWE programming. The conversation expanded to include the current state of the SmackDown and Raw brands, as well as the process of calling up talent from NXT [1].
Mizanin also shifted the conversation toward his personal life, discussing his marriage to Maryse [1]. By blending personal anecdotes with professional grievances, the interview provided a glimpse into the persona Mizanin maintains both inside and outside the ring.
The episode was distributed via the Complex Graps YouTube channel and referenced by Yahoo Entertainment [1, 2].
“"I need to rid WWE of Danhausen."”
The use of the Complex Graps platform allows WWE performers to blur the line between kayfabe and reality. By discussing rivalries and brand dynamics in a podcast setting, Mizanin leverages external media to sustain audience engagement between televised events, reinforcing the narrative that his on-screen conflicts are personal and urgent.
