Appreciation for and from Christina Von Eerie

About 12 years ago, I interviewed wrestler Christina Von Eerie. As I was relatively new to te interview game, I had not asked her prior to the event. I just asked her on the fly and she graciously gave a few minutes of her time, despite having a match later that night. That interview is at On the Beat with Christina Von Eerie.

Since then, I think I have only seen her wrestle in person once. She wrestles mostly on the west coast. I have to settle for following her on social meia and YouTube, catching matches wherever I can.

CVE was my first favorite on the independent wrestling scene. She had a great look, ability and charisma. Years later, she hasn't lost a step. She also seems to not have aged, although I am sure her body aches and pains tell her otherwise. You can't do as much wrestling as she has done without accumulating soreness.

Recently, I bought a new CVE shirt. I believe it was her first new one in years. A couple weeks ago, she sent me a couple cool 8x10s. I thanked her and asked for an interview. I have wanted an update interview from her for years. This was the best time to ask.

CVE politely said she doesn't really like doing interviews, which I totally respect. So now my next hope is to eventually see her wrestle in person, before she retires (which I hope is a long way away).

While I won't get the interview, I am happy with the signed pictures. "CVE 'hearts' Johngy's Beat" is the best written promo I have gotten. I really appreciate it.

Look for CVE on social media and in wrestling rings out west. You will not be disappointed.

My Plea to CVE

This is an open plea to get wrestler Christina Von Eerie back "On the Beat." Maybe it will become a grass roots campaign.

Although I have only seen her wrestle in person a couple times, I have been a big fan of CVE for a long time. I had the pleasure of interviewing her many years ago. That interview is at On the Beat With Christina Von Eerie.

CVE made her pro wrestling debut in 2006. Since then, she has wrestled all over the world, including stints in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling and Impact. CVE's unique look included a very tall mohawk. She is equally as good on the mic as in the ring. She can brawl or use technical wrestling style. She is a well-rounded wrestler. I have watched many of her matches on YouTube and elsewhere and am always impressed.

In recent years, she has wrestled mostly on the west coast. I only recall one Chicago appearance several years ago and I happened to be out of town unfortunately.

A couple weeks ago, CVE unveiled a new tshirt, which I bought of course. Aside from it promoting one of my favorites, I really love the shirt for its fit. Most shirts now seem to be cheaply made, with the inside of the sleeve being too short. It's a bit of a picky observation, but when I get a short like CVE's, I appreciate the quality. (And I'm not just saying that to butter her up!)

Anyway, I am on a mission to get an update interview with her. I have reached out a couple times and she has been very nice, but is very busy. Perhaps that is true or maybe that is a polite decline. Either way is fine. CVE doesn't owe me any interview, nor does any celebrity. Still, that doesn't stop me from occasionally repeating my request. (I am careful not to become a pest.)

This is meant somewhat in jest, but it is a serious attempt to finally land that update interview. Maybe if CVE sees this or if enough people see it and support the cause, she might be encouraged to grant my request. If not, I will still be a CVE fan and I encourage wrestling fans to check her work online and in person if you get a chance. If you do see her in person, you might want to mention this.

#CVE4theBeat

Friendly Encounters: Christina Von Eerie and Eric Joseph Larkin

Friendly Encounters is a weekly series featuring my friends who have met celebrities.

Eric Joseph Larking is a fixture on the Chicago wrestling scene.  He can be found at many events, wearing many shirts (several at each event actually).  He's a great fan and a really good guy.

I have to admit, I am envious of this picture.  Christina Von Eerie is one of my favorite women wrestlers.  She has had runs overseas, as well as with TNA Impact Wrestling.  She has a great gimmick, cool look, tons of ability and charisma.

EJL met her at a wrestling event in the area last May.  (Lucky guy!).  She is one of probably hundreds of wrestlers he has met.

Actually, I have met CVE, but it was many years ago and I really want to see her in action again.  Until then, I'll sit and stew about EJL and this picture.

Christina Von Eerie and Eric Joseph Larkin in Bensenville, IL-May 2017.

Christina Von Eerie "The American Nightmare"

Christina Von Eerie is also known as "The American Nightmare."  While she might be a nightmare to opponents, she is a dream to most fans.

From her debut in 2006, CVE has wrestled all over the world, including a recent stint in Global Force Wrestling/Impact Wrestling.  Mostly she can be found on the independent circuit.  That is where I first met and interviewed her.  My interview with CVE can be found at On the Beat With Christina Von Eerie.

CVE has the look, charisma and talent to make it in the WWE.  I'm not just being a biased fanboy either.  Watch any of hjer videos and you will see how good she is.

She doesn't wrestle much in the Chicago area.  Scheduling conflicts have prevented me from seeing her last few matches here.  I really want to see her in action again.

A recent development in her life was a very happy one.  CVE married Scotty Mac.  Her various social media posts were filled with happiness.  It was good to see.

Despite the wedded bliss, she is not softening.  CVE will still be herself in the ring.

I highly encourage everyone to check out her matches on YouTube or (even better) in person.  You can also follow her at CVEvil_138 on twitter.

Christina Von Eerie and me in Berwyn, IL-October 2012.

Friendly Encounters: Christina Von Eerie and Mikey Wild

This is a weekly series featuring friends who have met celebrities.

I first met Mikey Wild several years ago at POWW, a local wrestling organization.  He was one-half of the Threat Level Black tag team (with C.J. Idol).  They were a talented and popular team.
A lot has happened since then.  C.J. got injured and Mikey drifted in and out of POWW, while developing his "American Nightmare" persona.  In the world of pro wrestling gimmicks, the American Nightmare is a pretty cool one.
Obviously, Mikey has a lot of friends in wrestling.  One non-obvious friend though is Christina Von Eerie, a very talented wrestler who has performed for some major companies here and overseas.
I don't have the backstory on their connection, but I know they are good friends.  Earlier this year, CVE appeared at a wrestling show in the Chicago area (which may or may not have been organized by Mikey).  With a couple other wrestlers, Mikey and CVE formed the Monster Squad, a group looking to take over the company and generally cause destruction.
The partnership is an interesting one that works.  CVE has long been one of my favorites in the wrestling ring and she will draw fans.
I love the picture below.  It is just two great friends showing their sadness over parting ways, as she headed back to the west coast after the show.  It may break character a bit for both, but that's not new for Mikey at least.  It's just another facet of his character.
I look forward to seeing what these two do in the future.  Whatever lies ahead is sure to be entertaining.

Christina Von Eerie and Mikey Wild in Chicago, IL-May 2017.

On the Beat at AAW Wrestling

We were very excited when Tony Rican, match maker at AAW Wrestling, invited us to one of their shows.    A couple weeks ago, we attended the AAW show in Berwyn and had a great time.
We first met Tony many months ago at another independent wrestling show.  We have kept in touch and when the opportunity arose, we took him up on his offer.  Tony's only request was an honest review (good or bad).
My review is simple.  AAW put on a fantastic show.  I would really have to think hard about finding any negatives on this night.
The crowd was large (about 400+) and really into the action, without being out of control.  I didn't see any incidents of poor behavior anywhere.
The card was jammed with 12 matches and none seemed like time-filler.  Every match had a short vignette to explain some history, which really helped.  I never felt lost in any of the fights.  The wrestlers fought hard, moved well, told stories with their actions and really did a great job.
Champion Michael Elgin kept his title in a match with Sami Callahan.  This match is definitely a "Match of the Year" candidate anywhere.  I had to give extra applause to these guys!
After the matches, Tony helped us with interviews with some of the talent.  We hope you enjoy these interviews as much as we enjoyed doing them.
Silas Young is the multi-time champ and one of the cornerstones of AAW.  When you talk about AAW, you start with Silas Young.

Truth Martini is a manager in AAW, along with Ring of Honor (ROH) and XICW in Detroit.  Find out all of the Truth at the Truth Martini Facebook page.

Arik Cannon is one-half of the unorthodox tag-team champs.  You can learn all about him on the Arik Cannon Facebook page.

Jimmy Jacobs is the unique tag team partner of Arik Cannon.  You can see how unique by checking him out on the Jimmy Jacobs Facebook page.

Despite being in a hurry, Christina Von Eerie gave us a couple minutes of her time.  To learn more about the talented, young star, check out the Christina Von Eerie Facebook page.

I really appreciate Tony and all of the great folks at AAW.  The wrestlers we got for interviews represent an interesting cross-section of their roster and we hope to get a lot more in the future.
I hope this is just the beginning of a long relationship with AAW Wrestling and I encourage everyone to check out AAWrestling.com and to go to their live events.