In this special Vaughan International Film Festival (VFF) edition of Janette’s TV Podcast, Janette talks with Kevin Courtney, director of the powerful short-film documentary GOODRIDGE: THE PRICE OF GLORY — a gripping look at the rise, fame, and heartbreaking reckoning of MMA and K-1 pioneer Gary Goodridge.
Courtney opens up about:
✨ What drove him to tell Goodridge’s story
✨ The emotional and physical cost of fame
✨ The hidden battles athletes face long after the spotlight fades
✨ Why this documentary is sparking important conversations about mental health, brain trauma, and identity
For Savvy Women 40+, this story hits especially hard — because it reminds us that reinvention, resilience, and reclaiming your identity are not only possible… they’re necessary.
🎥 Whether you love documentaries, combat sports history, or human stories that go beyond the ring, this episode will inspire, empower, and move you.
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