# AEW Star Speedball Mike Bailey Opens Up About AEW, Kevin Knight & Don Callis

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Podcast: [TMZ Live](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tmz-live-6575773)
Published: 2026-07-20T23:14:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1477

## Resource

AEW star Speedball Mike Bailey joins TMZ Inside the Ring for one of his most candid interviews yet. Mike opens up about his 20-year journey to AEW, the sacrifices and setbacks that shaped his career, and why he never gave up on becoming one of the best wrestlers in the world. In this exclusive interview, Mike discusses Kevin Knight's shocking betrayal, shares his honest thoughts on Don Callis and the Don Callis Family, talks about Kenny Omega's AEW World Championship match, and previews AEW Redemption in his hometown of Montreal. He also reveals the origin of the "Speedball" nickname, explains his philosophy behind delivering five-star matches, and discusses how his weekly vlogs allow fans to see the real person behind the wrestler. Whether you're an AEW fan, a longtime supporter of Speedball Mike Bailey, or just discovering one of the most exciting performers in professional wrestling today, this interview is packed with insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of laughs. Subscribe to TMZ Inside the Ring on Apple or Spotify for exclusive interviews with the biggest names in AEW, WWE, TNA, NJPW, and the world of professional wrestling. Host: Branson Quirke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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