Sam Houston Shoot Interview

What is it like to drive across the country with one of wrestling’s most powerful men? What is it like to toss back beers and listen to stories from the legends? What is it like to be in the ring with one of the greatest of all-time in his prime? Sam Houston has the stories and it is with great honor that he shares them with us in the newest RF Video Shoot Interview. Sam Houston is known by wrestling fans for a variety of reasons. For one, he was married to one of the most gorgeous women in pro wrestling. Another would be that he is part of one of wrestling’s most controversial families. Another reason may be his brushes with the law. Or, maybe you watched Sam Houston wrestle every Saturday on NWA World Wide Wrestling or TBS? Regardless, Sam has one hell of a story to tell and he covers it all in this shoot. Sam talks about growing up as the son of Grizzly Smith and brother of Jake “The Snake” Roberts. Sam addresses all of the accusations Jake made about his father in Beyond the Mat. How much of it was true? Was Sam kayfabed by his father? How close was he with his brother? What did it take for his father to break him into the business? Sam picks up where Jake left off in this shoot interview. Sam also talks about working the legendary territories. Sam talks about his days in Florida Championship Wrestling. Sam talks all about the legends like Dusty, Sullivan, Mulligan, and Graham. What was it like to be in such a hot territory at such a young age? What did he learn and who taught him the most? Sam has some classic stories about one of wrestling’s most polarizing figures, Dusty Rhodes. Sam traveled with Dusty and has a ton of great road stories. Sam tells an absolute classic never told before here or anywhere else. Sam rode with Dusty after Dusty’s interview with Jim Crockett. Dusty didn’t think it went well and what happens next is worth the price of the shoot alone. What happened and how did the Dream wind up with a lot of egg on his face? Sam also talks about working for Jim Crockett Promotions at the height of its success. What was it like to wrestle Ric Flair in his prime? What was it like to party with the Horsemen? Sam talks about all of his legendary opponents including Abdullah the Butcher, Tully Blanchard, and Superstar Graham. How did so much potential get wasted by placed in Central States? Sam has some great stories. Sam also talks about his romance with Baby Doll. How did it start? How did the boys react? How did wrestling impact their relationship over the years? Was it a good or a bad thing being in the business together? How did Sam’s job cost Baby Doll a spot? What went wrong and how did things end so badly between the tw o? Did any booker’s jealousy cost Sam a push? Sam also talks all about his brother Jake. Are they close? Was there ever an attempt to use their relationship together in the WWF? Sam talks about Jake’s psychology and where it comes from. Did his brother ever get him a break? What does he think of his brother today? What did he think of his brother’s portrayal in Beyond the Mat? Sam also addresses his demons and is very outspoken about his problems with alcohol. Does he think it is hereditary? How does his problems compare to his brother Jake’s? Did it ever cost him a job? What happened when he received a 10-year jail sentence a few years back and how is he not in jail? Sam talks openly about all of the vices in his life exclusively in this RF Video Shoot Interview. Some of RF Video’s best shoots are the ones with the road warriors of pro wrestling. Sam is one of those road warriors that traveled all over the world and is here to tell us about it. Sit back and get ready for some great stories from one of the last of the territory stars. It is with great pleasure that RF Video presents the Sam Houston Shoot Interview. Can you talk about growing up in wrestling How early were you exposed to the business How close were you with your father growing up How big was your father on kayfabe Do you have any early road stories you can share How young were you when you started going to shows What do you remember about going into the locker room as a kid When did you start training Was your father helpful to you Memories of brother Jake as a kid Memories of sister Robin as a kid Your dad accused your father of rape and some very serious things in Beyond the Mat, how accurate was Jake’s description of your dad Was he involved with you as a kid How did Beyond the Mat and Jake’s comments impact your family How did you get started Memories of your first match Did you think you would make it Who were some of your mentors Were promoters and guys harder or easier on you because of your father Did you travel with your dad during your days as a worker Memories of wrestling in Florida Memories of Mike Graham Memories of Dusty Rhodes Did you know Dustin growing up Memories of Kevin Sullivan Memories of Blackjack Mulligan Memories of Barry Windham Memories of Gordon Solie Fav matches from the territory Memories of matches with Hector Guerrero Memories of matches with Mike Rotunda Memories of JJ Dillon Favorite angles you watched at the time How hot was the territory What was the travel like What was the partying like Who did you travel20with Memories of matches with Zambuie Express Memories first meeting Ric Flair What was your take on Dusty jumping to Crockett How did you wind up working for Crockett Did you expect a big push Initial impressions of the territory Memories of Ric Flair in and an out of the ring Did Ric sell well for you in matches Memories of matches with Tully Blanchard Memories of the Andersons Memories of the Koloffs Memories of your matches with Black Bart Memories of the famous angle where the Horsemen broke your arm What was the lifestyle like back then Initial memories of meeting Baby Doll How soon did it become romantic Did you guys hide it from the boys What was she like outside of the ring Did you sense any jealousy from the guys Is it true that Dusty buried you because he was jealous Memories of matches with Barry Darsow Who taught you how to do interviews Memories of the first Great American Bash and the spectacle Memories of matches with Superstar Graham Memories of matches with Abdullah the Butcher Memories of matches with Buzz Sawyer Memories teaming with Nelson Royal You had a match with Dick Murdoch that ended quickly with a punch, who’s idea was that Memories of matches with the Midnight Express Memories of the night Magnum crashed Memories of your series with Bill Dundee How did you wind up in Cen tral States Was there a disconnect between Crockett guys and old Central States guys When did you realize the territory was dying Memories of matches with the Warlord Do you think you were sent to Central States to split you and Baby Doll up How did it affect your relationship How close were you with your step brother during this time in the business Your struggles with drugs and alcohol are well known. Was it hard to control this during your runs in the business? Did it ever cost you a spot? How did you wind up in the WWF What were you promised in the WWF Were you close with your brother here Who did you travel with What were the differences in the locker room here and Crockett Memories of Hulk Hogan Memories of Randy Savage Is it true that your WWF job cost Baby Doll her WCW gig Memories of your run with Danny Davis Memories of your series with Barry Horowitz Memories of Vince Did you ever try and get your wife in Were there ev er any plans to mention you and Jake’s relationship in the WWF Memories of your run with Ron Bass Was it frustrating when you turned into an enhancement talent What was the travel like Who did you enjoy working with Any good road stories from the area Memories making your MSG debut Did you stay in touch with your dad at all as a mentor during your run Memories of matches with Terry Taylor Memories of teaming with Ultimate Warrior How did you wind up leaving the WWF =0 A Do you feel you got a good opportunity there Are you still recognized from your 24/7 appearances You went to WCW briefly after. What happened? Memories wrestling for the USWA Memories of the Von Erichs Thoughts on Jerry Lawler Thoughts on Jerry Jarrett Did it occur to you at anytime that you blew it with the WWF How did your wife react How did you get involved in Global Do you think the guys behind it knew what they were doing or20were just money marks What do you remember thinking watching the Lightning Kid-Jerry Lynn matches Memories of matches with Bull Pain Memories of Eddie Gilbert Is it true that you pawned the GWF belt Who’s idea was the mask Memories working in Deep South You and your wife divorced in 1994, what happened Are you still friendly today How much did you lose in Katrina You wound up sentenced to 10 years in jail. What happened? Were you upset your ex wife posted something on the Internet about it She said that you hadn’t seen your kids in almost 10 years, is that true She claimed your dad got you out of numerous DUIs, is that true Is it true that you had 20 DUIs Can you tell a story about being in a hospital and hearing about your death on Mid South Wrestling What were some of your best ribs What do you to today How is your relationship today with Jake and Grizzly and Robin Are Jake and Grizzly on good terms Do you plan to get back into the business Fav and least fav guys to work with Fav road stories Do you still have a passion for the business What do you miss most and least about being a full time wrestler Any plans for a book