Podcast Summary: "What Do You Wanna Talk About? with Cody Rhodes"

Guest: Becky Lynch

Date: August 20, 2025
Host: Cody Rhodes
Production: WWE x Fanatics Podcasts

Episode Overview

In this vibrant, unfiltered conversation aboard Cody's tour bus at WWE Evolution, Cody Rhodes welcomes "The Man" Becky Lynch, seven-time world champion and wrestling icon, for an engaging discussion. Together, they delve into career highlights, behind-the-scenes stories, family life, social interactions, and what’s next for Becky. With genuine warmth and humor, the duo share memorable anecdotes, opinions on wrestling culture, and insights into balancing stardom with family and ambition.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Post-Show Feelings and Social Energy

• [00:54] Becky is fresh off a big win at Evolution and is full of energy and humor, noting her love for banter and socializing.

  • Quote: "I loved it. I was laughing. I want more. I didn't want it to end." – Becky Lynch [01:16]

• Lighthearted discussion about drinks and sharing, touching on Becky’s "lemon drop martini" and Cody’s "American Mule" [03:09-03:38].

2. The Importance and Decline of Social Chats

• Deep dive into "bar culture" and the lost art of casual chats with strangers, powered by Becky’s penchant for spontaneous connections.
• [05:33] Becky recounts meeting Carter Oosterhouse on a plane, leading to a charitable connection for accessible playgrounds.
  • Quote: "Look at the things that can happen from just a little bit of a chat." – Becky Lynch [05:33]

3. Memories of Coming to America & Early Wrestling Hustle

• Becky reminisces about her first trip to America at age six and later moving to Canada at 18 for wrestling.

  • Quote: "I was just always scheming ways that I could get into this country." – Becky Lynch [09:00]

• Talks about giving up wrestling briefly (“I was 19. I was over the hill, you know.” [09:00]), and her drive to continue her journey.

4. Balancing Career, Acting, & Motherhood

• Becky shares her recent foray into acting and her love for both career and family.

  • Quote: "Where do I get off being so... lucky?... The fact that I have this family is... unbelievable." – Becky Lynch [10:09, 28:45]

• Discussion of her daughter’s wishes for a sibling and the struggle of "not enough time".

  • Quote: "There's not enough time. But I want to do it all." – Becky Lynch [11:54]

5. Industry Banter: “Egg White” Story & Early WWE Days

• Humorous recounting of an infamous "six egg white omelette" incident, reflecting on past insecurities and locker room politics.
  • Quote: "This man was so upset... It was just a six egg white omelette." – Becky Lynch [19:18]

6. Bus Life and “Driver of the Year” Drama

• Lively gossip about bus drivers Andy, Matt, and Charlie, discussing backstage life and building camaraderie on the road.
  • Quote: "Andy is amazing. Charlie's amazing, but Charlie didn't work that much." – Becky Lynch [24:19]
  • Notable Moment: Both agree that “Driver of the Year” was wrongly awarded.

7. Family Dynamics: Matching “Wife Guy” Energy

• Becky opens up about her marriage to Seth Rollins (Colby Lopez), their dynamic, and mutual admiration.
  • Quote: "He pretends I'm the boss, right? Like, we know that I'm the boss. But... I revere him more than any person ever." – Becky Lynch [28:12]

8. Bringing Back the Dinner Party

• Becky champions the dinner party as a dying social art, explaining her hosting style and the joy it brings.
  • Quote: "I read about this article where they said the dinner party was dying. And I said, not on my watch." – Becky Lynch [29:43]
• Irish tradition of the "sing song" at parties explained [30:48].

9. Realities of the Road: Bus Fires

• Both recount terrifying and chaotic experiences with bus fires during WWE tours, highlighting chaos, camaraderie, and resilience.
  • Quote: "I thought they were gunshots... I see this giant hole and this fire running up and down the bus." – Cody Rhodes [37:24]
  • Quote: "We had our bus explode, too... I had Rue on the bus." – Becky Lynch [40:01]

10. Dream Teams & Locker Room Talk

• Becky picks her "War Games" dream team: Colby (Seth Rollins), Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn ("Rami"), and Bianca Belair [43:11].

11. Star Trek, Acting, and Wrestling Intellect

• Becky discusses her role in a new Star Trek project, working with Paul Giamatti and Holly Hunter.
  • Quote: "Getting to play opposite Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti—just how good they are." – Becky Lynch [48:37]
• Both reflect on the intelligence required for wrestling at a high level (e.g., Bryan Danielson, John Cena).

12. Social Media & Protecting Mental Health

• Becky admits she avoids internet rumor mills and social comparison for happiness.
  • Quote: "I would say I am 80% happier not knowing everything." – Becky Lynch [60:01]
• Discussion of time versus information and choosing fulfillment over constant connectivity.

13. Wrestling Philosophy: Loving the Heel Role

• Becky explains her preference for being a heel (bad guy), feeling more effective, creative, and less internally political.
  • Quote: "I feel like I do more good being bad... I'm a better wrestler that way." – Becky Lynch [62:53]
  • Quote: "When you are a baby face, you have to be selfish." – Becky Lynch [64:29]

14. Book Writing & Key Life Lessons

• Cody praises Becky’s book, quoting: "Trying too hard is just a confession that you don't trust yourself to be good enough." [67:02]
• Becky affirms writing was a positive, reflective experience.
  • Quote: "I loved writing my book." – Becky Lynch [67:07]

15. Mentorship & Advice

• Reflects on career advice from Joey Mercury and Scotty Mack: Always believe you’re the biggest star and believe in yourself.
  • Quote: "Don’t let anyone ever tell you you’re not the biggest star in the ring." – Cody Rhodes [78:35]
  • Quote: "If you don’t believe in yourself, nobody else will." – Becky Lynch [79:19]

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• "Look at the things that can happen from just a little bit of a chat." – Becky Lynch [05:33]
• "I was just always scheming ways that I could get into this country." – Becky Lynch [09:00]
• "There's not enough time. But I want to do it all." – Becky Lynch [11:54]
• "He pretends I'm the boss, right? Like, we know that I'm the boss... I revere him more than any person ever." – Becky Lynch [28:12]
• "I read about this article where they said the dinner party was dying. And I said, not on my watch." – Becky Lynch [29:43]
• "I feel like I do more good being bad. I'm a better wrestler that way." – Becky Lynch [62:53]
• "Trying too hard is just a confession that you don't trust yourself to be good enough." – Becky Lynch [67:02]
• "Don’t let anyone ever tell you you’re not the biggest star in the ring." – Cody Rhodes [78:35]

Important Segment Timestamps

• [00:54] – Becky’s immediate post-show thoughts
• [05:33] – Power of random chats and small connections
• [09:00] – Becky’s early wrestling hustle and immigration struggles
• [10:09 & 28:45] – Discussing balancing career, motherhood, and gratitude
• [19:18] – Omelette/Egg whites catering story
• [24:19] – Bus driver rivalry drama
• [28:12] – Honesty about marriage and admiration for Colby (Seth Rollins)
• [29:43] – Reviving the dinner party tradition
• [37:24 & 40:01] – Stories of bus fires
• [43:11] – Becky’s dream War Games team
• [48:37] – Star Trek acting experience
• [60:01] – Mental health and social media avoidance
• [62:53–64:29] – Why Becky loves the heel role
• [67:02] – Key quote from Becky’s book
• [78:35 & 79:19] – Advice for staying confident in wrestling

Tone and Vibe

• The episode is easygoing, self-deprecating, and packed with warmth, humor, and genuine respect between guest and host.
• There’s a sense of authenticity and camaraderie, with both speakers open about struggles, growth, and the balance between ambition and the happiness found in family and simple joys.

Final Thoughts

This episode offers fans and newcomers alike a lively, honest look behind the curtain of wrestling, the challenges and joys of balancing life on the road, creative passions, and the lessons learned along the way. Becky Lynch’s charm, wit, and openness, paired with Cody’s thoughtful questions, make for an hour of heartwarming, memorable conversation.