Former WWE Superstar Jimmy Wang Yang sits down for a hilarious and heartwarming interview on "The Velvet Ropes with SoCal Val!"Jimmy opens up about his brand new autobiography, "James Yun: Yun's Time," revealing deep personal stories about his childhood and family that he's never shared before. He also discusses guiding his daughter, Jazzy Yang, as she makes waves in the pro wrestling world.Jimmy shares incredible backstage stories, including the truth about Tajiri's English speaking skills, a brutal "rib" involving Justin Roberts' passport, and his experience with "Undertaker's Court." He also details the awkward moment his former valet, Amy Zidian, didn't recognize Stephanie McMahon backstage.Plus, Jimmy talks about his time in WCW and TNA, including pinning AJ Styles in the very first TNA match, the origin of the "Flying Elvises," and lying about his age to get signed by WCW. He also breaks down the meeting with Vince McMahon where the "Asian Redneck" gimmick was born and shares a touching story about Eddie Guerrero.0:00 Welcome Jimmy Wang Yang!0:50 His "Redneck" Accent & Outfit2:00 Did he pay Val in hot dogs?2:46 Life update: Jazzy Yang & His New Book3:54 Opening up about his childhood & family cult8:20 The Truth: Does Tajiri speak fluent English?11:19 The Justin Roberts Passport Rib13:44 Jamie Noble stories (Jung Dragons)14:32 Undertaker's Court & Jack Daniels17:55 The Amy Zidian / Stephanie McMahon Heat Story21:25 Thoughts on the "Divas Era"25:51 The Flying Elvises in TNA (Triple H Rumor?)28:52 Pinning AJ Styles in the first TNA match30:24 Filming a WWE backstage skit with Val in 200234:33 Lying about his age to sign with WCW35:22 Vince McMahon pitching the "Asian Redneck" gimmick37:43 Wrestling Eddie Guerrero & The advice he gave41:04 The Redneck Party Bus Business42:22 Jazzy Yang's bright future in wrestling46:03 His run as a WWE Producer & The "Old Guy" realization48:47 Being in WWE Video Games51:03 His cameo in the movie "Royal Kill"53:36 Will he return to the ring?Follow SoCal Val: linktr.ee/Socalval

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