Won't Back Down

The NFL defensive back -- and mental health advocate -- joins Chris Weidman for a conversation about: his journey from Appalachian State to the NFL (3:00)how his best friend's suicide inspired him to start learning about mental health issues (20:38)the conversation around mental health in NFL locker rooms (31:30)advice for everyday people who wish to improve their mental health (43:50)For more from Middleton, check out his foundation Dream the Impossible and follow him on Instagram @36dm_era. Doug Middleton is currently a free agent defensive back in the NFL.  He's played for three teams (49ers, Jaguars, and Jets) in five seasons.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

Former UFC heavyweight fighter Gian Villante joins Chris Weidman to discuss:some hilarious stories about Chris' athletic prowessVillante's experiences breaking up fights at bars how Villante nearly became an NFL playerwhy Villante is the REAL reason Chris achieved anything in his UFC careerhis decision to go back to school to become a teacherAnd much more!For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The founder of Molliteum, a company that teaches clients how to build resiliency, joins Chris Weidman for a very informative conversation about:the importance of slowing down (20:25)the power of visualizing outcomes before they happen (23:35)why mastering the mental game is the real key to success managing anxiety (43:13)how to structure a top-notch morning routine (53:15)For more from Caldaroni, check out his web site.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The light heavyweight contender and fan favorite joins the podcast for an open and honest conversation. He and Chris Weidman discuss:Smith's untraditional route to building a successful MMA career (21:40)his recent career renaissance (32:44)how his wife completely changed his life (35:30)if Robert Whittaker has a chance to beat Israel Adesanya at tomorrow's UFC 271 (55:50)For more from Smith, follow him on Twitter and Instagram @Lionheartasmith. For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The physical therapist to the stars joins Chris Weidman for a conversation about the best way for athletes to treat injuries, with Dr. Amato telling the truth about the effectiveness of methods like massages, saunas, ice baths, acupuncture, red light therapy, cupping, hyperbaric chambers, and much more.For more on Dr. Amato, check him out on Instagram @dr.amato_pt.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

One of the top players in the NHL joins Chris Weidman for a conversation about:• the neck injury that's changed the course of his career (8:55) • politics within American professional sports (24:50) • how a disagreement led to the end of his time with the Buffalo Sabres (27:45) • his new home with the Las Vegas Knights (41:10) Jack Eichel was selected No. 2 overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2015 NFL Draft. That same year, Eichel was given the Hobey Baker Award, an annual award given to the best NCAA men's hockey player.You can follow Jack  on Twitter  and Instagram @JackEichel. For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

One of the best running backs in the NFL joins Chris Weidman for a conversation about their respective injury histories and more, like: •  his favorite recovery treatments•  what he's learned about himself while spending the last couple seasons dealing with injuries•  his family's insane athletic history•  the importance of having a good routineChristian McCaffrey was selected No. 8 overall by the Carolina Panthers in the 2017 NFL Draft. A finalist for the Heisman Trophy in his sophomore season at Stanford, McCaffrey comes from a long line of athletes. His father, Ed, played 13 seasons in the NFL, mostly with the Denver Broncos. You can follow Christian on Twitter @CMC_22 and Instagram @christianmccaffrey. For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The legendary ex-NFL wide receiver joins Chris Weidman for a wide-ranging conversation about:•  overcoming a rough childhood (3:00)•  how he mastered the art of trash talk (36:45)•  the best cornerbacks he ever lined up against (43:40)•  having one of his best seasons after suffering a devastating injury (48:34)Steve Smith Sr. spent 16 years in the NFL playing for the Carolina Panthers and Baltimore Ravens. The 5-time Pro Bowl nominee retired in 2016 and hopes to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame soon. Smith is a beloved figure in Charlotte, where he is doing incredible work for the Steve Smith Family Foundation. He also serves as an analyst for NFL Network and hosts the "Cut To It" podcast. For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The Long Island legend and assistant coach for the Charlotte Hornets joins Chris Weidman for a conversation about:• how a tumor in his right ear has affected him his whole life (4:00)• why he nearly didn't pursue a career in basketball after graduating from Hofstra (23:00)• how NIL deals are changing the face of college sports (36:27)• why he decided to pursue a career in coaching after successfully starting Pro Hoops, a basketball training company, and how he nearly went broke in the process (39:50)For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating, and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The real estate expert and former actor joins Chris Weidman for a conversation about Jake Paul's boxing future, Tyron Woodley's fading legacy, and more like:• why he stopped acting and how his lowest moments helped spark an entirely different career (27:02)• how baby boomers and millennials differ in their respective views the housing market (50:20)• if the housing market will crash soon (1:01:55)For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating, and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

Former New York State and Harvard wrestling legend joins Chris Weidman on the show today for a conversation about his amazing high school and college career. The guys also discuss:• his decision to choose Harvard over other elite college wrestling programs (39:10)• the transition from elite athlete to everyday person (53:12)• day-trading cryptocurrency and why Bitcoin is here to stay (59:52)For more from Jesse, you can give him a follow on Twitter @JesseJantzen11 and Instagram @JesseJantzen.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

Real estate tycoon and podcast host David Greene joins the show for an awesome conversation about the power of taking risks, leaving your comfort zone, accepting failure, and more, like:• his new love of jiu-jitsu (4:05)• his transition from police officer to real estate guru (33:18)• real estate & the metaverse (55:31)• lessons learned from GaryVee (57:55)You can follow David on Twitter and Instagram @DavidGreene24, and also be sure to check out his "BiggerPockets" podcast, which is one of the best real estate podcasts available.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

Real estate guru and Brazilian jiu-jitsu enthusiast Nick Lamagna joins Chris Weidman to tell the story behind the gruesome hand injury that forced him to rethink his entire purpose in life. Then, Lamagna dives into the basics of real estate investing (38:53) before the guys geek out about the power of jiu-jitsu (1:23:08).For more from Nick, give him a  follow on Instagram, check out his web site or listen to his podcast.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

Actor and comedian Kevin James joins Chris Weidman for a wide-ranging conversation about James' acting career (1:05:36), how he battles nerves, the importance of faith in his life (51:20), comparisons between acting and fighting, his exercise regimen, morning routines (54:35), lessons learned from Joe Rogan, and so much more. Plus, the time Chris lost millions of dollars to Kevin in a bowling match.You can follow Kevin on Instagram @kevinjamesofficial or visit his website kevinjames.com for more information on his upcoming comedy shows.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

On today's episode, Ray Longo joins Chris Weidman for a fun conversation about how Longo's small Long Island gym has produced three homegrown UFC champions. Plus, the guys discuss American work ethic, the night Weidman broke his leg from Longo's point-of-view (48:42), the importance of laughter and much more. This conversation gives a great glimpse into the relationship between a fighter and his coach, and we believe it's really worth a listen.For the full video of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman, where he regularly posts about the show."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

One of the best professional surfers in the world joins Chris Weidman for an important discussion about Hawaii's response to the COVID-19 pandemic (46:29), America's takeover of Hawaii over a century ago and why pure Hawaiians are now a dying breed. Plus, the guys talk about life as a pro surfer (16:52), Rothman's crazy childhood and the role of Da Hui (1:01:20) in Hawaii before Rothman delivers the first live musical performance in "Won't Back Down" history!To learn more about Makua and his story, check him out on Instagram @makuarothman. For video highlights of today's conversation, please check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel. He's on also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The former UFC welterweight champion of the world, one of two people to ever beat UFC legend Georges St-Pierre, joins Chris Weidman to talk about Serra's podcast, camping with Dana White, Colby Covington's character (23:13), and Matt's beginnings in MMA. Plus, the guys discuss Conor McGregor's success and how it ultimately changed him for the worse (29:36).To learn more about Matt, check him out on Instagram @mattserrabjj, listen to UFC Unfiltered or visit serrabjjacademy.com. To stay up-to-date on Chris' journey back to the Octagon, please subscribe to his YouTube channel. He's on also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The unranked UFC welterweight joins Chris Weidman to tell an unreal story about how he ruptured two arteries in his stomach, and how it nearly cost him his fighting career. Plus, the guys discuss Barberena's life on the farm, homeschooling his kids, and Barberena's upcoming fight with Matt Brown on Dec. 4 (1:05:06).To learn more about Bryan, check him out on Instagram @bryan_barberena or take a listen to his DCTB Podcast.To stay up-to-date on Chris' journey back to the Octagon, please subscribe to his YouTube channel. He's on also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The former Strikeforce heavyweight champion of the world joins Chris to tell him about his wide-ranging MMA journey, which has included stops in Pride FC, UFC, and now Glory Kickboxing. The guys trade stories about their (many) injuries and how they got through them. Plus, Overeem talks about the Paul brothers' boxing phenomenon (27:40), when he thinks he'll retire from fighting, and what he thinks the next phase of his life might look like (45:20).To learn more about Alistair, check him out on Instagram @alistairovereem. To stay up-to-date on Chris' journey back to the Octagon, please subscribe to his YouTube channel. He's on also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The former Bellator and ONE Championship titleholder joins Chris Weidman to talk about Askren's approach to trash talk, how he stays calm in big moments, his unforgettable losses to Jorge Masvidal (31:35) and Jake Paul (47:22), and nature vs. nurture. Plus, Askren educates Chris on the latest developments in the world of cryptocurrency (1:03:37).To learn more about Ben, check him out on Twitter and Instagram @benaskren. You can also listen to his podcast Funky Crypto. To stay up-to-date on Chris' journey back to the Octagon, please subscribe to his YouTube channel. He's on also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The world-renowned psychologist joins Chris Weidman today to discuss the tech industry's stronghold on our attention spans, and the adverse effects its having on the mental health of parents and children everywhere. Plus, Chris and Dr. Lisa discuss this week's news about the Facebook whistleblower, "shadow banning" on Instagram, why she believes masks hinder a child's ability to communicate (32:25) and much more.To learn more about Dr. Lisa and her work, check her out on Instagram @drlisastrohman. She also hosts "The Point with Dr. Lisa Strohman" and runs Digital Citizen Academy, a program that seeks to educate schools, homes and kids through prevention and diversion programs.To stay up-to-date on Chris' journey back to the Octagon, please subscribe to his YouTube channel. He's on also on Twitter and Instagram @chrisweidman."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

Fresh off a thrilling win at UFC 266, Chris Weidman's teammate Merab "The Machine" Dvalishvali joins the show to discuss his grueling battle with Marlon Moraes. After that, Merab tells Chris about the struggles he experienced growing up in Georgia (the country), how he discovered fighting, who he hopes to face in his next fight (1:25:15) and much more.To learn more about Merab and his rise to UFC stardom, check him out on Instagram @merab.dvalishvali.To stay up-to-date on Chris' journey back to the Octagon, subscribe to his YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google, Amazon Music and more. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The flyweight legend joins Chris Weidman to discuss why, after a 15-year career that featured multiple title appearances, he's decided to call it quits (2:50). After that, Benavidez opens up about his "two lives" and how he nearly fell into a life of crime and drug abuse before fighting finally forced him to change his ways.It's an eye-opening conversation that offers a look into the life of a fighter who struggled with more demons than he ever let on during his career.To learn more about Joe B. and post-retirement life, check him out on Instagram @joejitzu.To stay up-to-date on Chris' journey back to the Octagon, subscribe to his YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is available on Apple Podcasts. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

The inspirational 65-year-old former WWE wrestler joins Chris Weidman to discuss a litany of topics,  like how he cheated his way through school,  his acting career and how BFR (Blood Flow Restriction) will change the way we exercise (25:41). But most importantly, DDP educates Chris on the many benefits of  DDPY, his untraditional yoga program that helps heal injuries and leaves you drenched in sweat after every workout.Check out this inspiring video of Arthur Boorman, who used DDPY to lose weight and touch his toes again.To learn more about DDP and his program, check him out on Instagram @diamonddallaspage or his web site ddpyoga.com.For the video version of today's episode, visit Chris Weidman's YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is available on Apple Podcasts. Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here. And tell your friends about the show!Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, the world leader in stem cell therapy and regenerative medical research.

Comedian, podcaster, and self-described "fuck-up" joins Chris Weidman today for an open and honest conversation about his controversial past and what he's learned from it (46:20), the "cancel culture" he helped create, the importance of seeing both sides in political discussions, dropping out of high school, how he befriended Robin Williams, his love for MMA and SO much more.To learn more about Jamie, check him out on Instagram @thejamiekilstein, his podcasts "Rear Naked Radio" and "A Fuck-Up's Guide to the Universe," as well as his web site jamiekilstein.com.For the video version of today's episode, visit Chris Weidman's YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

Dr. Saladino tells Chris Weidman about the benefits of adopting an animal-based diet, which consists of animal meat, organs and unlimited quantities of fruits. Chris, who recently experimented with the diet for 30 days, sits back and listens as Dr. Saladino also explains the downside of vegetables (32:23), how the Neolithic Revolution led to the demise of human health and why the animal-based diet makes sense from an evolutionary perspective.To learn more about Dr. Saladino, check him out on Instagram @carnivoremd, his podcast "Fundamental Health" or his bestselling book "The Carnivore Code."For the video version of today's episode, visit Chris Weidman's YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

The current bantamweight champion joins Chris Weidman to speak the TRUTH about what really went down in March when Sterling took the title from then-champion Petr Yan (1:15:12).  The guys go deep, discussing why Sterling wasn't feeling like himself that night, and why Aljo has decided to lean into the criticism he's received since UFC 259. Before that, the guys also discuss why it's important for athletes to speak their minds (41:20), bad knockouts they've suffered and SO much more.To learn more about Aljo, check him out on Instagram @funkmastermma, or his podcast "The Weekly Scraps."For the video version of today's episode, visit Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Interested in purchasing a "Won't Back Down" T-shirt for a good cause? Take a look here."Won't Back Down" is available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

The former heavyweight champion of the world joins Chris Weidman to discuss Miocic's unlikely path to superstardom, and why it almost never happened in the first place. The guys also dive into Conor McGregor's choice words for Dustin Poirier, Jake Paul's trash talking abilities, Miocic's future and some stories about bar fights and...thongs?To learn more about Stipe, check him out on Instagram @stipemiocic. For the video version of today's episode, visit Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.Interested in purchasing a "Won't Back Down" T-shirt for a good cause? Take a look here."Won't Back Down" is now available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

The only man to ever go five rounds with Khabib Nurmagomedov joins Chris Weidman to discuss the Dustin Poirier-Conor McGregor trilogy and why McGregor's post-fight comments don't sit well with him. Plus, "Raging Al" opens up about the moment he never thought he'd fight again (30:20), why he decided to get into the real estate business and how a one-legged seagull changed his outlook on fighting (35:38).To learn more about Al's fighting career and his real estate business, you can follow him on Instagram @aliaquinta.For video highlights from today's show, check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel.If you've got a story that changed your life like Al does, send us a DM!"Won't Back Down" is now available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

A few days after beating Marion Reneau in her first fight in five years, former UFC bantamweight champion Miesha Tate joins Chris Weidman to discuss her renewed sense of confidence and title aspirations. But before that, she dives deep into the reasons why she left the sport five years ago and how she managed to overcome those issues that she struggled dealing with for so long.To follow along Miesha's road back to the title, you can check her out on Instagram @mieshatate.To watch Chris and Miesha, check out the entire conversation on YouTube. "Won't Back Down" is now available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here, and we just might read your review on next week's episode.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

On today's episode, trailblazing UFC strawweight Felice Herrig speaks to Chris Weidman about her 18 years in mixed martial arts and the many ups and downs she's experienced along the way. In a wide-ranging conversation, the two fighters discuss battling through injuries, therapy, how to prevent others from dictating how we live our lives and so much more.To follow along with Felice's road to recovery, you can follow her on Instagram @feliceherrig.For video highlights from today's show or to get Chris' thoughts on Conor McGregor's injury, check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is now available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

Alongside coach Ray Longo, Ring of Combat promoter Lou Neglia joins Chris Weidman this week to tell stories about his life growing up in New York City's Mafia-led district in the 1960s and '70s, and how he managed to stay on the right track amid the chaos.Ring of Combat's next event takes place on July 17, which you can watch here.For video highlights from today's show, check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is now available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

On today's episode, it's Wonderboy Thompson like you've never heard him before. The "NMF" joins Chris Weidman to share stories about the trouble he used to get in with the neighborhood kids (53:12), proper movie theater etiquette and the time he and Chris first met. Plus, Wonderboy tells Chris about how he stays positive all the time, why he doesn't talk trash and how he's preparing for his July 10 co-main event fight against Gilbert Burns (36:42). You can follow Thompson @wonderboymma on Instagram and on his YouTube channel, Stephen Wonderboy Thompson.For video highlights from today's show, check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is now available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

When Omar Avila set out for Iraq in 2007, he knew he might never see his family again. Today, 103 surgeries later, "Crispy" shares his traumatic war story, telling Chris Weidman about his experiences fighting for our country, the traumatic day that changed his life forever (25:42), and his inspirational road to recovery that eventually led him to break Paralympic powerlifting records (58:45) and launch a motivational speaking career.For more information on Crispy, you can check him out @crispy11b on Instagram and YouTube.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

On the first episode of "Won't Back Down," 11x UFC champion Anderson Silva joins Chris Weidman. Together, the former rivals discuss their individual battles with severe leg breaks and the silver linings they've each experienced. Plus, Silva opens up about his post-UFC career and this weekend's boxing match against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr (43:30).For video highlights from today's show, check out Chris Weidman's YouTube channel."Won't Back Down" is now available on Apple Podcasts! Please consider following, rating and reviewing the show right here.Today's episode of "Won't Back Down" is presented by BioXcellerator, which you can learn more about here.

Four-time UFC middleweight champion sets the stage for what listeners can expect on his new podcast, "Won't Back Down."