Before she was a UFC champion, Holly Holm was already fighting - in the classroom!

In this episode, Holly opens up about her very first fights growing up, including standing up to a perverted classmate and how that moment helped shape her fighting spirit. She shares the story of what inspired her to start boxing, and how her very first match - meant to be an exhibition - ended in one quick, explosive combo!

We also dive into how her family reacted to her entering combat sports, the meaning behind the nickname "The Preacher's Daughter," what it was like training at Jackson Wink alongside Jon Jones, and the biggest challenges she faced when transitioning from boxing to MMA!

If you're a fan of combat sports, grit, and origin stories - this is one you don’t want to miss!
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00:00 Intro
00:27 Holly Holm's first fight in School
04:00 Holly Holm beating up her creepy classmate
07:42 Holly Holm's first boxing fight
11:18 Holly Holm's family's reaction to her fighting
12:18 Preacher's Daughter nickname originzzzz
13:03 Holly Holm training at Jackson Wink
17:15 Biggest challenge going from boxing to mma
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In this episode, Olympic gold medalist and former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo opens up about his ongoing feud with UFC bantamweight Mario Bautista. From what sparked the tension to how serious it’s gotten, Henry gives his unfiltered take on where things stand and whether it’s headed to a fight.We also dive into whether Henry would ever consider stepping into the boxing world, and how the pressure of competing in the Olympics compares to the UFC spotlight. He shares insights on how he’s managed high-stakes moments throughout his career and what the Olympic mindset taught him about controlling chaos.Henry also entertains the idea of a no-weight-class dream matchup and reveals who he’d love to test himself against if size didn’t matter. Plus, he breaks down what it’s like coaching Jon Jones — what makes Jones different, and how Henry approaches guiding one of the greatest fighters of all time.Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEagMPZLRiNGlVVZmeJ6qew?sub_confirmation=1Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hjrpodcast/ X - https://twitter.com/theHJRpodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hjrpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hjrpodcastSpotify - spoti.fi/3QeYDwu Apple Podcasts - apple.co/3tKDFOy iHeartRadio - ihr.fm/475MroQ

In this episode, Tito Ortiz reflects on his storied MMA career and personal evolution. He discusses the origin of his signature "Grave Digger" celebration and shares insights into his spiritual journey, including his baptism and the role of faith in his life. Tito also opens up about his commitment to community service, detailing his efforts to give back. He reveals the story behind his birth name, Jacob Christopher Ortiz, offering a glimpse into the man behind his fighting persona!

The conversation delves into his legendary rivalries, including his current relationship with Ken Shamrock, highlighting how time has transformed one of MMA's most heated feuds into mutual respect. Tito recounts his third fight with Chuck Liddell, where he secured a first-round knockout, bringing closure to a rivalry that defined an era of the sport.​

This episode offers a comprehensive look at Tito Ortiz's journey, both inside and outside the cage, revealing the complexities of a fighter who has continually evolved throughout his life.

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