Dive into the raw and riveting world of professional wrestling with "Beyond the Paint: Road Warrior Animal Unleashed - A Legion of Doom Legacy," exclusively on Spreaker. This explosive episode features a no-holds-barred interview with Road Warrior Animal, one-half of the iconic tag team, The Legion of Doom. Journey through the tumultuous waves of the wrestling industry as Animal shares unheard stories from his career, insights into the dynamic with his late partner Hawk, and behind-the-scenes secrets from their days dominating the ring.  Talks about the night that he was supposed to come back with Scott Steiner the night Sid Viscious broke his like jumping off the second rope and swerving the fans with Hawks envitable return  From their rise to fame with their unmistakable spiked shoulder pads and face paint, to the trials they faced within the high-stakes wrestling promotions like WWE and WCW, Animal lays it all on the line. This podcast is not just a trip down memory lane; it's a deep dive into the legacy of wrestling's most feared tag team. Tune in to hear about the highs and lows, the glory and the pain, straight from the man who lived it. Engage with the episode to not just reminisce but to understand the real stories behind the legends. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the world of professional wrestling, this episode promises to grip you with its intensity and authenticity. (00:00) Road Warrior Animal discusses his return to wrestling as a single competitor in WCW due to Hawk's health issues and reflects on the gimmick and his surprise appearance dressed in a straitjacket to mimic Rick Steiner.(01:21) He shares a memorable moment where he was supposed to powerbomb Sid Vicious at a WCW event, but the plan was thwarted when Sid broke his leg during the match, drastically changing the storyline and its impact.(02:11-04:36) Animal discusses the political environment in WCW during his time there, his interactions with Eric Bischoff, and how WCW's internal dynamics affected wrestlers' careers, including his own and Hawk's.(05:28-06:26) He talks about wrestling without Hawk and how it felt incomplete, emphasizing their synergy in the ring and how they were crucial to each other’s performance, alongside discussing leadership roles within their team.(07:19-10:38) Animal elaborates on potential creative directions and storylines that were considered in WCW before it was sold, including team dynamics and planned rivalries, particularly with the Steiner Brothers, which never fully materialized due to the sale of WCW.