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Professional Wrestler & Reality TV Star Randy Wentworth Talks Snowflake Mountain + More

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ButterB: Let’s start with the Netflix show… are you really a snowflake? 

Randy: I don’t perceive myself as a snowflake but I can see how I got put in that environment. I was on track to be a doctor, in school as a Pre-med student with straight A’s and out of no where, I dropped out to be a pro wrestler and I moved in with my parents.  I could see why that would qualify me as a “snowflake” .

ButterB: That makes sense! Their definition of snowflake and what you were didn’t seem to match. However you do seem like your used to getting your way.

Randy: I grew up with a nice lifestyle and very comfortable money wise. I’m not fragile, I fit some definitions of snowflake. But also “snowflake” is such a fluid term, especially in the last few years where it has became politically charged. I feel like everyone has their own definition of it.

ButterB: What was the most challenging part of doing the show?

Randy: For me, a lot of the challenges were super easy but the biggest part was that I’m a picky eater and the food we had there were rations. No meat, no sweets. It was beans and gross food. Eating was a big struggle for me. I lost 20 pounds by the time I came back home. My body was legit shocked. I remember we won a challenge and earned a steak dinner and my body was in so much shock that I threw up after taking one bite.  

ButterB- The show featured two survivalists Matt and Joel, I liked them. They brought great comedic value to the show. How did you feel about Matt and Joel?

Randy: Matt and Joel were cool. They are very in their own worlds. They’re not trying to act anything up for tv or anything like that. If you talk to them behind the scenes, they make the same jokes and everything. Very genuine people. I have a lot of respect for them.

ButterB: How was being vanished to “Last Chance Lake “, Was it really as bad as the show made it seem?

Randy: The first time when Deandre and Solomon went to Last Chance Lake, it was the worse night of the show. It got to below freezing, crazy winds, torrential downfall and they had to basically sleep outside in that. Which was awful. After that everyone was super scared to go, but when I went, it was 60 degrees, slight breeze, clear skies and it was just like going out camping, super easy for me. I guess I was lucky.

ButterB: What about Devon, she was a pretty girl, was that genuine, did you really have feelings for her?

Randy: It was complicated, we were out there and those are the only people you see for 18 days. There is a lot of downtime that you don’t see from the tv show and sometimes it got boring. So that’s kind of where my mind went. Devon was little shy about her feelings and being on camera at some points and I was not, so it made for some awkward moments. I was watching the show for the first time with my girlfriend, (who is not Devon) and I was sweating bullets watching, not knowing what they were going to show as far as that situation haha. 

ButterB: What did you learn/Gain most from being on the show?

“I put myself out there and got brutally rejected in the most embarrassing way possible, and everything was fine after.”

Randy: After the show, I was looking at social media responses to see what people were saying about me and about the show. Everyone was saying “Oh, Randy didn’t learn anything during the show, he didn’t change at all” but like I feel like the stuff I learned and what changed me happened after the show. I put myself out there and got brutally rejected in the most embarrassing way possible, and everything was fine after. I feel like I learn that it’s okay to be vulnerable and put yourself out there sometimes and failure is even okay. Rejection is just a step in the process and not the end.

ButterB: That’s deep and great insight. The episode where you received a message from your parents was very touching, It must of provided great motivation for you to finish.

the fact that I have that message to live on forever on Netflix is very special to me

Randy: Yeah and not to bring the mood down but my Dad passed last month. So the fact that I have that message to live on forever on Netflix is very special to me. In the moment, it drove me. And then seeing it later, as a different perspective, it gives me more motivation. My Dad passed away unexpectedly. It’s been a tough experience since. My Dad was my biggest supporter. When I came back from Snowflake Mountain, he supported what I really wanted to do. I told him that I was serious about pursuing wrestling. Once he realized my passion, he spent thousands of dollars and purchased my own wrestling ring for me to train in. He’s always been my biggest supporter and now I have even more motivation to make things happen.

ButterB: I’m sorry to hear that! He sounds like he was a great father.

ButterB: How did you get into becoming a professional wrestler?

Randy: As a kid, I loved wrestling and then, like all kids I grew out of it. But my senior year of high school, I had a friend over and we were flipping through channels and saw WWE on. We thought it would be funny to make fun of how stupid it is and how it’s only for kids then we watched all three hours of it. Just like that, I was hooked back on again. After that, I did deep dives into the history of WWE and learned about all the characters. I had a brand new passion for wrestling, I even helped wrestling blogs blog about the sport. Around 2018 was when I decided to finally wrestle professionally.

ButterB : Okay, for the infamous Butter question, we are going to switch things up this time and ask some rapid fire questions.

Randy: Sounds great, Lets do it.

ButterB: What are you really proud of?

Randy: What I’m most proud of is being myself and always staying true to myself and doing what makes me happy despite what other people might think.

ButterB: Do you always wash your hands after you use the bathroom?

Randy: “Yes, I do”

ButterB: Is it since Covid?

Randy: When I wash my hands after I use the bathroom, it’s more of a rinse. I’ll sneak my hands under the sink real quick.

ButterB: Have you ever honked your horn at someone then regretted it later?

Randy: No, I’m very cautious with my horn honking. I don’t do it unless they are legitimately about to hit me. If someone cuts me off, I just let them. I think to myself , they must be in a hurry. Like, the only time I ever honk is if like, someone doesn’t see me.

ButterB: Thanks for taking the time and doing this interview and as always, Keep It Butter!

TOP 10 SHOWS ON NETFLIX

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With the quarantine going on and the abundance of people stuck at home watching TV, I decided to make a list of the best Netflix shows to watch and binge on. Some of these shows are popular and others are diamonds in the ruff. The only qualifications I had for the shows are that they are currently on Netflix, and have more than 1 season. I learned at a very young age, you can’t judge a show off of 1 season (13 reasons why???)

1. Ozark

This show will go down as one of the greatest shows in Netflix history. From the first episode to the last it’s compelling, suspenseful, nail-biting and entertaining. The story line is about a dysfunctional suburban family who launders money for a drug cartel, and has to move to a small country town (Ozark) to do it. Well known actor Jason Bateman (Marty Byrde) delivers an Emmy deserving performance, but the one who surprisingly stole the show was Ruth Langmore, who was played by Julia Garner. Ozark is extremely well-written and each season has different complex themes. It gives me feels of Shameless (#2) mixed with Narcos (Not ranked). Hats off to Jason Bateman who also directs the series.

2. Shameless

Just like Ozark… Shameless is also a show about a dysfunctional family, but this family does not commit high scale crimes… they commit petty crime and master side hustles. Shameless is hilarious, deep and everything you would want in a TV show. It centers around a white family who lives in a white neighborhood in the south-side of Chicago. I think the beauty of shameless is that it gives its viewers a whole different perspective and story about the south-side. Not one where the biggest problem is gang violence, but one where the biggest problems are poverty and drug use/addiction. Each character does a great job portraying their story in a funny and elegant way. One constant theme in the show is the moral standards and social norms that come with being a “Gallagher” (Drinking, Drugs, coming up with side hustles) and being from the “South-Side” (Never snitch, look after each other). This show is truly great and would be my vote for being number one if it wasn’t for the fact that it starts off kind of slow. It does pick up fast though… This show will make you laugh, cry, and laugh so hard you end up crying.

3. Breaking Bad

This one goes without needing an explanation. If you haven’t heard of this show or know how great it is, you have probably been living with Patrick under a rock. This will not only go down as one of the greatest Netflix shows of all time, but according to many “experts” it will go down as one of the greatest TV shows in the history of television.

4. All American

All american is a relatively new show on Netflix loosely based on the life of an American professional football player, Spencer Paysinger. The show takes you through the challenges that the main character, Spencer, faces day-to-day as a high school student aiming for the NFL. He experiences a huge change when he moves form Crenshaw to Beverly Hills. It is a super entertaining and inspiring show, and it explores some real-life issues. This show is a “tug at your heart-strings” type of drama. It kind of reminds me of “Friday Night Lights” ( The TV show) but the Black version. Highly recommended!

5. That 70’s Show

If you can’t tell by the name, That 70’s Show is the oldest show on the list. The first season premiered in 1998 and the last season was in 2006. It is the definition of an “OG” comedy show. The show portrays what life was like in the 70’s, from fashion, the lingo, and of course indulging in cannabis. It follows a friend group of young adults, who spend most of their time hanging out in the basement. The most iconic scenes in this show happen when the crew is participating in a smoke circle and engage in hilarious takes. What makes this show good is the feel of an authentic friend group, and watching them go through highs (no pun intended) and lows, and how all the characters develop throughout the seasons.

6. Master of None

I Love this show! It follows Dev, (Aziz Ansari) a young actor in new York city, who throughout the seasons is trying to find himself. It does a great job at being a comedy, but also touching on some important topics and issues. It shows and brings awareness to many of the stereotypes and judgments that people have about Indian-Americans. Other than that, I think the main theme of this show is relationships. It seems like each episode focuses on Dev’s relationships, whether it’s with his family, friends or romantic relationships. This show has a “real-life” feel to it.

7. Weeds

Dysfunctional family, committing crime, sound familiar?? This show is a worse version of Ozark, and still on the top of the list. (That is a testament to how good Ozark is). Weeds walked, so Ozark can run! This show is about a suburban mother who decides to become a drug dealer. A lot of suspense and dark humor, filled with twists and turns. The only bad thing about this show is that it does start to become repetitive in the later seasons.

8. Love

Love is a romantic comedy series about two people in their late 20’s meeting and, you guessed it, falling in love. This show has a very real feel to it, it portrays how being in a relationship is actually like and not some made-up “Hollywood” crap that most TV shows seem to portray. The chemistry between the two main characters, Gus and  Mickey, is immaculate. You can tell that the director tried a different approach to this show to make it unique. There are many scenes with awkward silence and even the cadence is not typical. While it’s not necessarily a comedy, it does have many funny moments. (Not rolling on the floor laughing scenes but scenes that make you chuckle).

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9. The End of the F***ing World

The End of the F***ING World is unlike any show I have ever watched. I watched each season of this show in less than 2 days. It is soo suspenseful and is filled with tons of cliff hangers and jaw dropping scenes. I am not even going to attempt to explain the plot because it is so complex, but I will definitely recommend watching it. It is a quick watch.

10. American Vandal

One of the most underrated shows in Netflix history! It is a parody of crime docuseries (which are popular right now) and they do a good job at poking fun at them while also being suspenseful. This show is laugh out loud funny and can get too goofy at times, but if you can get past that it gets deep and thought provoking. If this list was based on season finales, American Vandal would be number 1. The last episode of each season is amazing and leaves you in awe. Without giving too much away, the last episode of each season makes you think and raises awareness to complex issues especially within the young generation.