#68 - Watching UnderDog Movies Together - What to Watch, How and Why They Inspire Us!!!

What do inspirational sports movies, summer nights, and real-life heroes have in common? They remind us what grit really looks like. In this heartfelt and energetic episode of Girls Gone Gritty, the ladies share their favorite motivational movies, from Rocky and Miracle to Glory Road and Unstoppable, and why these stories of underdogs and triumph still hit home.Farley, Darian, and Jen reflect on how these films spark powerful family moments, emotional healing, and real conversations. Plus, they spotlight an inspiring real-world “Got Grit” winner: Saji Valasseril, who taught 10,000+ people to swim after a tragic accident. Whether you need a pick-me-up, a new movie night tradition, or a reminder that resilience matters, this episode has you covered.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(3:00) Top 3 news: Goodyear blimp to billionaire brawls(9:15) Why gritty, uplifting movies still matter(10:00) True stories that move us: Unstoppable, Glory Road(12:00) The power of movie nights and emotional connection(13:20) Miracle and the magic of the underdog(17:00) Anthony Robles’ unbelievable journey in Unstoppable(23:00) Sports as a metaphor for life and growth(27:57) Got Grit winner: Saji Valasseril’s swim mission(30:24) Song of the week: “Guiding Light” by Mumford & Sons(31:26) OutroSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty

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