Becoming A Fighter with Megan Olivi

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Becoming A Fighter with Megan Olivi

Episodes

  1. FEB 11

    Daniel Cormier

    No one takes a shot like Daniel Cormier. The former two-division UFC Champion has faced loss after loss, both physically and emotionally, but he has never (and will never) quit. Every bit of adversity he has ever faced prepared him for his next challenge. But where did that all begin? This is Becoming a Fighter with Megan Olivi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min
  2. Terrance McKinney

    08/07/2023

    Terrance McKinney

    Terrance McKinney’s life is full of contradictions. An impressive UFC debut – followed by an injury celebrating it. A devastating experience that nearly cost him his life – which gave way to reinvention. But “T-Wrecks” is just getting started pursuing his vision, while navigating a family curse and the wild swings borne of his natural talent.  This is Becoming A Fighter with Megan Olivi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    44 min
  3. Tatiana Suarez

    07/30/2023

    Tatiana Suarez

    The question isn’t why Tatiana Suarez fights – the question is why she hasn’t stopped. Her career has been threatened by injury and rehabilitation, and her life was threatened by cancer. But the former Olympic wrestling hopeful recast her dreams and is now undefeated in her UFC career. How has Tatiana overcome so much adversity at such a young age – and what can we take from the lessons she’s had to learn the hard way?    This is Becoming A Fighter with Megan Olivi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    38 min
  4. Islam Makhachev

    10/17/2022

    Islam Makhachev

    Although Islam Makhachev’s dominance in the UFC has led him to a title fight, he still cannot halt comparisons to his mentor: UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov.  But Islam does not mind the comparisons. In fact, he is the first one to credit everyone from his teammates and coaches to his family and former employers for his success.  Even with world-class help, what drove Islam to walk the long, hard path to UFC glory? And why did everyone around him see something special in him?  Hear Islam Makhachev's story on this episode of Becoming A Fighter with Megan Olivi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min
  5. Aljamain Sterling

    04/05/2022

    Aljamain Sterling

    After winning the UFC Bantamweight title, Aljamain Sterling appeared to go from fan-favorite to villain overnight.  If you think he simply got lucky, then you don't know Aljamain Sterling.  Aljo's path to the title included roadblocks set by his own family, intervention from an all-time great of the sport, and an uncanny ability to make the best of unfortunate circumstances. Hear Aljamain's story on latest episode of Becoming a Fighter with Megan Olivi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    40 min
  6. Leon Edwards

    01/18/2022

    Leon Edwards

    Leon Edwards is often the odd man out in a division of attention-grabbers. But his upbringing, during which he navigated gang violence and the death of his father, was anything but boring.  Did Leon Edwards become a fighter because of the extraordinary circumstances he had to overcome? What unlocked his potential, and how did he rise above what was holding him back? And why is he sharing his story now? Hear Leon answer those questions himself on this episode of Becoming a Fighter.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    40 min
  7. Rose Namajunas

    01/18/2022

    Rose Namajunas

    How did Rose Namajunas end up dedicating her skills and passions to fighting when it’s clear she could have done just about anything she wanted?  In many ways, fighting has always been in her blood.  The UFC Strawweight champion overcame a tough childhood filled with violence. Rose leaned into mixed martial arts to cope with everything around her. Little did she know, her dedication to the sport would take her to the mountaintop.    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 min
  8. Ian Heinisch

    01/18/2022

    Ian Heinisch

    From drug trafficking in the Canary Islands to learning how to survive in Rikers prison, Ian Heinisch’s journey to the Octagon is too crazy to make up -- but his unusual path led to him becoming one of the baddest Middleweights in the UFC.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    43 min
  9. Brandon Moreno

    01/18/2022

    Brandon Moreno

    Brandon Moreno has been labeled an 'underdog' since he first entered the UFC. But that might be too simplistic of a label given what he's been through. How did the unmotivated son of piñata shop owners in Tijuana forge himself into a UFC champion, even after getting cut from the promotion? Grit, discipline, and dedication to a goal bigger than himself.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    39 min
  10. Introducing: Becoming a Fighter with Megan Olivi - Premieres Jan. 18

    01/14/2022

    Introducing: Becoming a Fighter with Megan Olivi - Premieres Jan. 18

    Why do people dedicate their life to a sport as grueling  as Mixed Martial Arts, with no guarantee of success? And how do they overcome obstacles, both in their life and in the cage, in pursuit of their goal of being a champion?  In this show, we try to find the answers to those questions. Because oftentimes, it's the fights that happen outside of the Octagon that create the athletes performing within it. Be sure to follow Becoming a Fighter with Megan Olivi wherever you listen!  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    2 min

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About

Becoming A Fighter with Megan Olivi

Information

  • Creator
    Ultimate Fighting Championship
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2022 Ultimate Fighting Championship
  • Show Website
    Becoming A Fighter with Megan Olivi

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