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Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia

Lilian Garcia is a history maker and barrier breaker who has solidified her name in sports, entertainment, wellness and mainstream media. This Spanish beauty is a multi-talented singer/songwriter, television personality & producer, 15-year WWE Host and NEW In-Cage Announcer for the Professional Fighters League (PFL) on ESPN. Lilian gives you an all-access pass to human interest stories with your favorite athletes, wellness experts, and entertainers. “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia” dives deep into how they got to where they are today, and the real- life challenges in making their dreams come true. Simply put, when you look up a “star” on Wikipedia, you only see the accomplishments, “Chasing Glory” shows what it took to earn them! It’s about to get Real, Raw & Inspiring every week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia”.

Latest Episodes:

Saraya Knight - Destroying Traumatic Experiences Oct 15, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia”, Lilian sits down with British legend and women’s wrestling pioneer, Saraya Knight. In this episode, Saraya talks all about her love of being a female Independent wrestler, and her opinions about the current evolution of women’s wrestling. She speaks about her daughter Paige’s personal issues and how they overcame them as a family, as well as giving you an inside look at her family’s reaction when Paige got signed to the WWE, to when Paige had to suddenly retire, to then getting the news she was made Smackdown’s General Manager! This episode gets very real when Saraya shares her personal journey of growing up with unfortunate circumstances being abused by her stepfather as well as being sexually assaulted. She talks about being saved when she met her future husband, British wrestler Ricky Knight and how he helped her get through her traumatic experiences. She isn’t afraid to hold back on her story knowing that she can help many others and even discusses re-establishing her relationship with her own mother. This exclusive interview promises to be one of the most powerful and influential episodes to date. It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Saraya Knight.

Paige - Finding New Direction Through Career Change Oct 08, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian invites back to the show, Smackdown General Manager, Paige. In this episode, Paige jumps right into the heartwarming feedback that she received after the last time she was on “Chasing Glory.” Paige discusses how she’s been since she was forced to retire in early 2018 due to a neck injury and goes into detail what she was thinking during her last match and exactly how close she was to being paralyzed. She talks how she was able to get through the process and what advice Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson gave her. Paige also discusses if she blames Sasha Banks for her injury after their last match together and how their relationship is today, along with why it was important for her to officially retire in New Orleans after Wrestlemania. Paige has strong words about the backlash that Brie Bella received recently as well as the tension that she and Lana had while filming the latest season of Total Divas. Hear the exclusive reaction Paige gives about her ex-fiancé Alberto Del Rio’s recent social media comments regarding their relationship and how Paige is able to move forward through positivity. Paige also gets very real discussing the need to break down her walls and the team she has around her to help her do just that. Find out why her family biopic got pushed to 2019 and why that may be beneficial for the success of the movie. It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Paige.
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Charlotte Flair - Never Settling In Life Oct 01, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian invites back to the show, Charlotte Flair. In this episode, Charlotte gives us an update since being on Chasing Glory a year ago by discussing her championship rivalry with her former best friend, Becky Lynch, and why the two have such a unique dynamic. She talks about how important it is to set goals, both inside and outside of wrestling; and her answers will both shock and motivate you. Charlotte also gives an inside look on what it was like to be featured in the ESPN Body Issue, and why it was so important for her to be a part of that issue. She also reveals how she has continued handling the sudden passing of her brother Reid, and going through her own personal struggles, such as being a victim of domestic abuse. She talks about how important it is for her to never settle in any aspect of her life, as she speaks all about the difference between Ashley Flair and Charlotte Flair. Find out what Charlotte’s thoughts are going into Evolution and the goal of main eventing Wrestlemania. It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Charlotte Flair.
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Becky Lynch - Obtaining Positive Results From Attitude Change Sep 24, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian invites back to the show the Lass Kicker herself - The NEW Smackdown Women’s Champion, Becky Lynch! In this episode, fresh off her 2nd title reign, Becky discusses all about her journey in regaining the Smackdown Women’s Championship, what changes she needed to make in order to reclaim her throne atop of the Women’s Division, as well as who’s idea it was for her to establish her new edgy side. Becky quickly gets real about why her feud with Charlotte Flair has gotten so personal and how she felt when she found out that Charlotte was added to her Summerslam match. Also, listen to Becky’s thoughts on the upcoming all-women’s PPV - Evolution, and why she feels she should headline it. Don’t miss her thoughts on Ronda Rousey being apart of the women’s division and what would happen if she ever faced her one-on-one. Get some behind the scenes exclusives from her upcoming movie, The Marine 6 and what it was like working with WWE Hall of Famer, Shawn Michaels. Becky also lets you into her personal life while she shares the biggest lesson she learned after a breakup and why it’s important for her to keep her dating life and work life separate. All this is just the tip of the iceberg. It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with the Lass Kicker, Becky Lynch.
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Jeff Hardy - Conquering Your Demons Sep 17, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian sits down with WWE Superstar, The Charismatic Enigma, Jeff Hardy. In this episode, Jeff opens up to the audience like you’ve never heard before. Jeff talks about the emotions that he felt when he returned to the WWE after being away for nearly 8 years and his Wrestlemania moment being his favorite moment of his career. Jeff also divulges the listeners all about his early memories of watching wrestling alongside his older brother Matt. Jeff lets us in on an emotional journey as he discusses losing his mom at the age of 9 to brain cancer and how his father would serve as both parents. He also goes into detail about his addiction to pain pills as well as his DUI arrest in March of 2018 and why he vows to never get arrested ever again. You’ll hear all about Jeff love’s for music and what motivates him to be creative. And find out what Jeff’s goal in the WWE is after winning every major championship that WWE has to offer. It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Jeff Hardy!
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Zelina Vega - Triumphing Through Tragedy Sep 10, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian sits down with WWE Superstar, Zelina Vega. In this episode, Zelina talks all about growing up a huge wrestling fan from a very young age and the memories she has of watching wrestling with her father. Zelina opens up like never before about her father’s untimely death during the 9/11 attacks and discusses in detail what was happening in her household during that morning, including her father’s touching and heartwarming message to her stepfather. Zelina also reveals the emotional connection she has with Lilian after watching the first Smackdown after 9/11 when Lilian sang the National Anthem. Hear for the first time ever, Zelina revealing her struggles and battles after that unfortunate day and all about how she overcame them. Find out which WWE Tag Team she was obsessed with and what she told them when she finally met them in person, both as a fan and as a co-worker. Also hear how Zelina met The Rock himself backstage at the Barclays Center and how she developed a friendship that landed her a role in the upcoming movie “Fighting with my Family” about Paige’s family, which Dwayne Johnson is producing. She reveals how that’s changed her life and how it led her to becoming a WWE Superstar. You do not want to miss this exclusive interview that promises to be one of the most powerful and emotional episodes of Chasing Glory to date. It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Zelina Vega!
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Zack Ryder - Never Giving Up on Your Passion Sep 03, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian sits down with WWE Superstar, Zack Ryder! This episode dives into Zack’s journey about growing up in Long Island and, from a young age, knowing that he wanted to be a professional wrestler. Find out his reaction to not only being friends with the same guys he would watch on TV in high school, but also having his own action figure after being such an avid toy collector. Hear all about how Zack maintains a positive outlook on life even when the odds were against him, and how important and powerful it is to set goals. Zack discusses his hit YouTube show, Z! True Long Island Story, how it got so popular, and also why it eventually fizzled out. Zack also mentions what it was like teaming with Mojo Rawley as part of the Hype Bros and if he would ever team with his old Edgehead partner, Curt Hawkins. Zack also shares exclusive details on how he got inserted into the Wrestlemania 32 Intercontinental Championship match at the last minute, ended up winning it, and how he felt losing it the next day. Zack opens up like never before about his cancer diagnosis when he was in high school, how he ultimately overcame it, and why he never wanted to tell anyone he was a Make-A-Wish kid. Be prepared as this is a very powerful episode with unexpected twists and turns along with lots of laughs as Zack and I share our favorite botches! It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Zack Ryder!
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Bobby Roode - Having Patience when Times are Tough Aug 27, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian sits down with WWE Superstar, Bobby Roode! Who would have believed that Bobby actually made his WWE debut 20 years ago!? He discusses how that opportunity came about, his debut match against Perry Saturn on Sunday Night Heat in 1998, and other WWE dark matches he wrestled until 2004. Bobby talks about being trained by Val Venis, and getting his big break in TNA in 2004, where he would remain for over a decade. He reminisces about all of the greats he had the opportunity to work with in TNA, including Hulk Hogan, Kurt Angle, and Jeff Hardy; and what ultimately led to his departure from the company in 2016. Bobby takes us back to growing up in Canada and playing hockey; how he grew up as an introvert, and how, being an introvert to this day, has affected his relationships throughout the years in the locker room. Bobby also talks about the importance of having a support system behind him, and how vital it is for him to keep a routine while on the road, due to his struggles with change. Bobby recounts his phone call with Triple H that led to his arrival in NXT, and how welcoming everyone was when he came in. Plus, what his transition to the WWE main roster has been like thus far, both the highs and the low points, and the importance he sees in having a patient and positive attitude. What does the future hold for Bobby in the WWE? Find that out and more as it’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with The Glorious- Bobby Roode!
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Ember Moon - Battling Through Bullyism Aug 20, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia,” Lilian sits down with WWE Superstar, Ember Moon. This episode dives into Ember’s WWE journey from her NXT beginning, until her debut on Monday Night Raw, the day after Wrestlemania 34. Ember also emotionally discusses growing up as a bullied child, how she was able to overcome those negative experiences, and how she was introduced to pro wrestling as a form of coping. Ember opens up and reveals something she has never talked about before that stemmed from the years of being bullied, and why it’s important for her to be actively involved in the Be A Star movement. Moon also talks about her experience of training with Skandar Akbar and WWE Hall of Famer Booker T, all while keeping it a tight-lipped secret from her parents. Hear about Ember’s time in the independent scene while consistently getting turned down by the WWE, along with her dealings with TNA. All this and so much more in Ember’s first exclusive podcast interview since signing with the WWE! It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Ember Moon.
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Bobby Lashley - Learning to Adapt and Change Aug 13, 2018

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This week on “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia”, Lilian sits down with WWE Superstar, Bobby Lashley! This episode rapidly dives into Lashley’s hilarious memories of his Wrestlemania 23 “Battle of the Billionaires” match & what happened on Monday Night Raw the night after that even involved Lilian herself. He discusses what it was like growing up as a child of a veteran of the United States Army, moving around a lot and having to adapt to different schools, and dealing with the culture shock along with the toll it took on him. Bobby further discusses how he went from growing up as a shy kid to striving to be in high pressure situations. Lashley mentions his early beginnings in the world of professional wrestling and how he developed his relationship with current superstar, Dolph Ziggler. Hear his exclusive thoughts on some of the current members of the Monday Night Raw roster such as Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar and how he feels about his current run in the WWE compared to his first WWE run over 10 years ago. Listen to Bobby’s inspiring journey and why he always puts his children before himself along with what keeps him motivated. Also, hear why he decided to transition to MMA and what made him continue to love pro wrestling at the same time. All this and so much more in this unique episode of Chasing Glory. It’s about to get real, raw, and inspiring with Bobby Lashley.
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