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In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Dex Montenegro, a.k.a Flashy Dex, a former Hawaiian gang member turned professional MMA fighter.
We have the privilege of hearing Dex's journey from a troubled youth to a disciplined athlete, overcoming many adversities to follow his passion. He also talks about the challenges and rewards of life as a fighter.
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Check Out Dex:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dex-montenegro-36b98688/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Flashy-Dex-Montenegro-100063630971112/?_rdr
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Check Out Eden Group:
ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ec
ATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298
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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Interest in Fighting and Early Life Challenges
04:47 - Joining Gangs and Leaving Hawaii
07:48 - Trouble and Juvenile Detention
09:09 - Starting Fresh: Fighting and Becoming a Dad
12:43 - How Fighting Promotions Work
14:27 - From Boxing to MMA
17:47 - The Business of Fighting
20:14 - Flashy Dex Today
21:41 - Involvement with Gracie Barra
25:46 - Changing Lives and Future Vision
29:35 - Lessons and Closing Remarks
By Michael van Putten, CFAIn this episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Dex Montenegro, a.k.a Flashy Dex, a former Hawaiian gang member turned professional MMA fighter.
We have the privilege of hearing Dex's journey from a troubled youth to a disciplined athlete, overcoming many adversities to follow his passion. He also talks about the challenges and rewards of life as a fighter.
—
Check Out Dex:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dex-montenegro-36b98688/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Flashy-Dex-Montenegro-100063630971112/?_rdr
—
Check Out Eden Group:
ATG Coaching Link: https://www.atgonlinecoaching.com/?rfsn=8345396.b605ec
ATG Equipment Link: https://atgequipment.com/?rfsn=8345628.c67298
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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Interest in Fighting and Early Life Challenges
04:47 - Joining Gangs and Leaving Hawaii
07:48 - Trouble and Juvenile Detention
09:09 - Starting Fresh: Fighting and Becoming a Dad
12:43 - How Fighting Promotions Work
14:27 - From Boxing to MMA
17:47 - The Business of Fighting
20:14 - Flashy Dex Today
21:41 - Involvement with Gracie Barra
25:46 - Changing Lives and Future Vision
29:35 - Lessons and Closing Remarks