Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)

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#183 Chris Pendleton - Oregon State Head Coach & 2x NCAA Champ Nov 30, 2020

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Chris Pendleton (@ChrisPendleton9) is a 2x NCAA champ for Oklahoma State. He defeated the great Ben Askren in the finals in both years. Chris went on to coach at Wyoming, Arizona State and last Spring was named the head coach at Oregon State. Fantastic conversation here folks. Enjoy! (photo courtesy of Richard Immel) Follow Chris on Instagram: chrispendleton84. * SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Spartan Nutrition. Shop Tea, Energy Capsules and Hydration now: https://mbsy.co/3bGr27 * FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#182 Mike McMullan - Private Equity Investor & 4x All American Nov 27, 2020

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Mike McMullan was a 4x All American for Northwestern. Today, he works in private equity, and in this conversation we talk about Mike’s experience at Wyoming Seminary, the Big 10 vs the Ivy League, and the parallels between coaching and private equity. * SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Spartan Nutrition. Text “Spartan” to 224-54 for a chance to win a Spartan Nutrition Kit. Drawing takes place on Sunday, Nov 29 at 5pm CT. * FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#181 Joe De Sena - CEO of Spartan Race Nov 23, 2020

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Joe De Sena is the CEO of Spartan Race. He’s also a giant wrestling fan. He sponsors the Cornell RTC - now named the Spartan Combat RTC and just launched a new supplement line, Spartan Nutrition. This episode covers his story, as well as why he’s moving into the nutrition space. Picture: Spartan Race Follow Joe Twitter: @RealJoeDeSena Instagram: @RealJoeDeSena * SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Spartan Nutrition. Text “Spartan” to 224-54 for a chance to win a Spartan Nutrition Kit. Drawing takes place on Sunday, Nov 29 at 5pm CT. * FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#180 Rollie Peterkin - Escaping Wall Street and the American Dream Nov 16, 2020

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Rollie Peterkin is one of the most inspiring people you’ll meet on this podcast. He bucked a job on Wall Street to fight MMA in Peru and since has traveled to 56 countries, authored a book and hosts a podcast. Before his life as an adventurer, Rollie was a 3x NCAA qualifier for Penn. This conversation is one of my all time favorites. Please enjoy! Follow Rollie: Instagram: @RolliePeterkin Twittter: @RolliePeterkin Book: The Cage: Escaping the American Dream Podcast: The Divergent Path Podcast * FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by the Wrestling Changed My Life text message newsletter. Text the word “Wrestle” to the number 224-54 to join. * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#179 Pat Christenson - The Father of the Etched in Stone Series Nov 16, 2020

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Pat Christenson is a former NCAA champion and is the creator of the Etched in Stone Podcast Series - an audio documentary series profiling the National Wrestling Hall of Fame’s distinguished guests. Presented by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and USA Wrestling, episode one of Etched in Stone goes live today! Listen to Etched in Stone anywhere you listen to podcasts. In this interview, we talk about Pat’s early days at Wisconsin, training with the great Lee Kemp and creating a career in the events space in Las Vegas. We cover why the Etched in Stone Series was created and what fans can expect from the series. Please enjoy! * FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by the Wrestling Changed My Life text message newsletter. Text the word “Wrestle” to the number 224-54 to join. * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#178 Hardell Moore - Oklahoma Wrestling Academy Head Coach Nov 12, 2020

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Hardell Moore (@hardell_m) is the head coach at the Oklahoma Wrestling Academy (OWA). As a wrestler, he was a 2x All American for Oklahoma State, placing second as a senior in 1998. Hardell is in the sport for the right reasons folks. He’s passing on life lessons everyday at the OWA. Please enjoy! * FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by the Wrestling Changed My Life text message newsletter. Text the word “Wrestle” to the number 224-54 to join. * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#177 Joe "Gonzo" Gonzales - Olympian and NCAA Champion Nov 08, 2020

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Joe Gonzales was a 1984 Olympian, former NCAA champion and just the seventh American to win the prestigious Tbilisi Tournament. Joe wrestled for Cal State Bakersfield under the great Joe Seay. Though Cal-State Bakersfield was a Division Two school, they had two NCAA Division One champions in 1980: Joe and John Azvedo. Joe also had a win over Anatoly Beloglazov, an Olympic champion for the Soviet Union. After competing, Joe coached at Arizona State with Bobby Douglas. The Sun Devils won the 1988 NCAA’s, becoming the first non-Midwestern school to win an NCAA team title. Today Joe resides near Los Angeles. Please enjoy! * FANS: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * SPONSOR: This episode is brought to you by the Wrestling Changed My Life text message newsletter. Text the word “Wrestle” to the number 224-54 to join. * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#176 David "Magic Man" Taylor - World Champ, 2x NCAA Champ Nov 06, 2020

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David “Magic Man” Taylor (@magicman_psu) was the 2018 World Champ and is vying for a spot on the 2021 Olympic Team. Back in college, he helped create the Penn State dynasty, winning two NCAA titles for the great Cael Sanderson (@caelsanderson). Today, he runs and owns the M2 training Center and lives in State College PA. This conversation focuses on the major turning point in David’s post-collegiate career. Please enjoy! Learn more about the M2 training center: m2trainingcenter.com * FANS: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * SPONSOR: This episode is brought to you by the Wrestling Changed My Life text message newsletter. Text the word “Wrestle” to the number 224-54 to join. * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com * Photo: Tony Rotundo, Wrestlers are Warriors *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#175 Jake Herbert - Olympian and 2x NCAA Champion Nov 02, 2020

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Jake Herbert (@Jakeherbert84) is an Olympian (2012) and 2x NCAA champ for Northwestern. Jake now resides in Michigan and is a real estate agent, as well as a productivity coach. Trust me, you do not want to miss this episode! Work with Jake here:JakeHerbert.Com * FANS: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * SPONSOR: This episode is brought to you by the Wrestling Changed My Life text message newsletter. Text the word “Wrestle” to the number 224-54 to join. * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com * Photo: Tony Rotundo, Wrestlers are Warriors *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

#174 Sarah Hildebrandt - 3x Team USA, 2018 World Silver Oct 26, 2020

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Sarah Hildebrandt (@sarhilde) is currently the #1 50kg wrestler in the US. She recently dominated the 2020 Senior Nationals, winning OW in the process. Back in 2018, she won a World Silver medal and is currently gunning for a spot on the 2021 Olympic Team. Please enjoy folks! * FANS: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! * SPONSOR: This episode is brought to you by the Wrestling Changed My Life text message newsletter. Text the word “Wrestle” to the number 224-54 to join. * FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com * Photo: Tony Rotundo, Wrestlers are Warriors *** ABOUT: Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday.

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