Oct 30, 2026 · 1h 18m
Cody Rhodes links wrestling’s past to Hollywood’s next chapter
Cody Rhodes on Randy Orton Rematch, Starring in Street Fighter & What Triple H Told Him
Cody Rhodes explains how family legacy, career setbacks, and WWE’s evolving talent pipeline shaped his ambitions in wrestling and film.
- 1Cody Rhodes frames his pursuit of a fourth WWE championship around Randy Orton and their shared history.
- 2Street Fighter gave Rhodes a demanding second performance arena while WWE helped him balance filming and title defenses.
- 3Rhodes argues that wrestling’s future depends on recruiting varied athletes and delivering audiences a meaningful experience.
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Rhodes explains how the painful periods before his WrestleMania 40 triumph ultimately supplied the experiences that shaped his return and success.
The brief
Cody Rhodes joins Zach Hirsch to discuss the identity inherited from Dusty Rhodes, the influence of Ric Flair, and why his own wrestling presentation became part of the story.
His move into Street Fighter reveals a parallel with wrestling: both worlds depend on performance, physical preparation, strong ensembles, and a carefully established tone.
Rhodes describes balancing filming with WWE responsibilities, including the nerves of approaching Triple H and the practical discipline required by life on the road.
The episode’s central tension is unfinished ambition: Rhodes has reached the top, but identifies Randy Orton as a likely obstacle to a fourth WWE championship.
Rhodes connects his difficult path, WrestleMania 40 triumph, and family legacy to a broader responsibility—making audiences’ time worthwhile rather than merely chasing attention.
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