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Podcast • February 17, 2022

EP 30 - Chael Sonnen | Wrestling, MMA, and the Evolution of an Athlete

In this episode

This week’s episode of Next with Novo features multi-talented former MMA fighter and media personality Chael Sonnen. Chael is known as one of the leading voices in the MMA community, with a full-time role at ESPN and his show “You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen.” We begin the conversation by talking wrestling, from our college years and worst losses, to influential figures like the great Dave Schultz. Chael details his legendary bout with Anderson Silva and looks back at his MMA career. We also discuss Chael’s political aspirations in Oregon and his excitement about the crypto community.

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