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Ronda Rousey (Greatest Women's Fighter Ever): The Truth Behind My Fighting, I Kept This A Secret My Entire Career, WWE Is A Mess & Vince McMahon Is Still Running It!
Apr 8, 2024
Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey shares her struggles with a rare disease, abusive coaches, bulimia, and suicidal thoughts. She opens up about her father's suicide, lack of pay in UFC, and the emotional aftermath of losing fights. Ronda discusses her time in WWE, including script changes, injury risks, and leadership dynamics. She reflects on fertility treatments, finding fulfillment post-retirement, and exploring therapy for self-belief.
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- Ronda Rousey's childhood trauma fueled her remarkable rise in judo, overcoming bullying and her father's suicide.
- After enduring abuse and concussions, Rousey excelled in UFC but faced mental health struggles post-loss.
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Growing up, the podcast guest faced traumatic experiences including her father's suicide at a young age and persistent bullying, leading her to drop out of school at 16 to pursue judo full-time. Despite facing abusive coaches and health challenges like concussions, she excelled in judo, becoming a prodigy and aligning with her mother's remarkable athleticism that inspired her. These early struggles and losses shaped her determination and drive to succeed but also led to internal battles with emotions and self-worth.
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