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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2025 · 44 MIN

Building Strength During Life’s Hardest Seasons

from The Playbook · host David Meltzer, Entrepreneur.com

In today’s episode, I sit down with Michael Chandler, a three-time Bellator Lightweight World Champion and one of the UFC’s most respected fighters. We talk about what it takes to build a career fueled by grit, resilience, and humility both inside and outside the cage. Michael shares how he balances the demands of fighting at the highest level with fatherhood, marriage, and faith. He opens up about setbacks that shaped his mindset, his plans beyond the octagon, and why relentless consistency is his greatest advantage. This conversation gives an unfiltered look at discipline, purpose, and the power of showing up every day.

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