Domhnall Nugent
Domhnall Nugent
Ep 9: Paddy Barnes From loosing his first 12 fights to two time Olympic medalist
Ep 9: Paddy Barnes From loosing his first 12 fights to two time Olympic medalist
Ep 9: Paddy Barnes From loosing his first 12 fights to two time Olympic medalist
Sunday 21st August 2022
Paddy Barnes talks about his journey from early boxing defeats to Olympic success and his struggles with gambling in this episode of 'This Is My Journey With...'
55 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Domhnall Nugent
Overview:
Categories:
Body & Mind
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Sobriety Toolkit
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
38 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Paddy Barnes: From Early Defeats to Olympic Glory
One thing in life, one thing I've come to think about, one thing I believe in: if you fight people who want to achieve something, don't be afraid of failing.
Ever wondered how someone can go from losing their first 12 fights to becoming a two-time Olympic medalist? In this episode of 'This Is My Journey With...', host Domhnall Nugent sits down with Paddy Barnes, a boxing legend with an incredible story of resilience and triumph. Paddy opens up about his rocky start in boxing, where defeat seemed like a constant companion.
But instead of giving up, he pushed through the setbacks, eventually achieving his dream of fighting at the national stadium and winning not one, but two Olympic medals. He even had the honor of carrying the Irish flag during the opening ceremony. But Paddy's journey isn't just about boxing. He candidly discusses his struggles with gambling, shedding light on how pervasive and dangerous gambling advertising can be.
Paddy's honesty about his challenges offers a raw and real perspective that many can relate to. He emphasizes the importance of having a strong support network and being open about your problems, whether they're in sports or everyday life. This episode is packed with great conversation and a lot of laughs, but it also carries important messages for anyone facing their own battles.
Whether you're a young athlete, someone struggling with addiction, or just looking for an inspiring story, Paddy's journey is sure to resonate. Tune in for an episode that blends humor, heart, and hard-hitting truths.