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In this episode of Offstage America, Michael Ray sits down with UFC and Pride legend Dan Henderson at Hendo’s Barrel House in Temecula for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the journey from small-town wrestling to the global stage.

Henderson breaks down his path to the Olympics, the grind it took to get there, and how that foundation carried him into the early days of mixed martial arts where fights were unpredictable and survival meant adapting fast. From competing in Russia during political chaos to fighting multiple times in one night, he shares stories that define what toughness really looks like.

They also dive into the evolution of MMA, the explosion of the sport into the mainstream, and what it took to stay competitive across decades at the highest level. Beyond fighting, Henderson opens up about life after the cage and building Hendo’s Barrel House into something bigger than just a business.

This episode is about discipline, resilience, and what it takes to keep showing up when the odds are stacked against you.

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