This special archived episode of the California Sober Podcast features host Moe in an unforgettable conversation with combat-sports trailblazer Fredia “The Cheetah” Gibbs — American kickboxer, Muay Thai fighter, boxer, and one of the most accomplished female athletes of her generation.Originally recorded in 2024, this episode dives deep into Fredia’s life story: her early athletic pursuits, her rise through multiple combat sports, and the mindset it takes to compete at the highest level. She speaks candidly about the realities of being a fighter — the pressure, the self-doubt, the depression, and the personal battles that fans never see.In a powerful and emotional segment, Fredia bravely recounts the sexual assault she suffered just before her world title fight against Valerie Wiet-Henin, and how she found the strength to step into the ring and continue her path despite unimaginable adversity.We also explore her life beyond combat sports, her growth after retiring from the ring, and what she’s been focused on more recently.This archived conversation captures the resilience, honesty, and spirit of a true champion — and remains just as impactful today.

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