

#88: Chris "The Heat" Van Heerden - Growth Through Sparring, Death, and Fighting for World Championships
Chris "The Heat" Van Heerden is a Professional Boxer from South Africa, and former World Champion.
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OUTLINE:
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(0:00) Intro
(4:00) Fighter Persona vs. Human
(11:00) Why Chris Didn't Fall In Love With Boxing
(16:00) Jesus, God, and Fighting
(22:00) Confidence, Masculinity, and Boxing Skill
(27:58) World Titles, Nerves, and Fear
(33:00) Errol Spence Jr. Loss
(42:00) Losing Everything (Rock Bottom)
(50:00) Suicidal Thoughts
(58:40) Jaron Ennis Fight
(01:02:00) Chris' Next Fight, Book Deal, Documentary
(01:09:00) Is Jake Paul Good or Bad For Boxing?
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