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Salina Bartunek-Andrews: From Broadway to 'Elektra' - Gladiators Gauntlet | The Shadows Podcast
It's truly fitting that the former American Gladiator known as "Shadow," later gaining wider recognition as "Elektra" - Salina Bartunek-Andrews - from the iconic 1990s television show American Gladiators, takes the spotlight in the second episode of the engaging five-part series titled "The Gladiator Gauntlet" on the Shadows Podcast. This captivating episode delves into Salina's background and journey.
Hailing from a family of high achievers and athletes, Salina discusses her upbringing, revealing the tragic loss of her mother to Multiple Sclerosis when her mother was just 37 years old. Overcoming grief, injuries and surgeries during her high school years, which prevented her from pursuing a military career, Salina found an alternative path as a professional dancer, choreographer, and sports model. The intriguing question arises: How did she transition from her Broadway performances to becoming one of the American Gladiators?
Salina takes us on a reflective journey, recounting the pivotal moment during the Hang Tough tapings where she endured a severe injury that left her with a shattered nose. She provides insight into her thoughts and emotions during that harrowing experience and its aftermath. Additionally, she shares her perspective on ESPN's creation of the "30 For 30" documentary about American Gladiators.
Beyond her Gladiators days, Salina also discusses her promising prospects in the realms of health, fitness, directing, producing, and writing.
To delve into this enlightening episode and more, you can tune in to www.theshadowspodcast.com, access it on YouTube (@TheShadowsPodcast), or choose your preferred podcast platform.
Gratitude is extended to the valued partners of the Gladiator Gauntlet series: Beyond The Rut, Heroes Media Group, and Sisu Stamina, for their support in making this series possible.
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It's truly fitting that the former American Gladiator known as "Shadow," later gaining wider recognition as "Elektra" - Salina Bartunek-Andrews - from the iconic 1990s television show American Gladiators, takes the spotlight in the second episode of the engaging five-part series titled "The Gladiator Gauntlet" on the Shadows Podcast. This captivating episode delves into Salina's background and journey.
Hailing from a family of high achievers and athletes, Salina discusses her upbringing, revealing the tragic loss of her mother to Multiple Sclerosis when her mother was just 37 years old. Overcoming grief, injuries and surgeries during her high school years, which prevented her from pursuing a military career, Salina found an alternative path as a professional dancer, choreographer, and sports model. The intriguing question arises: How did she transition from her Broadway performances to becoming one of the American Gladiators?
Salina takes us on a reflective journey, recounting the pivotal moment during the Hang Tough tapings where she endured a severe injury that left her with a shattered nose. She provides insight into her thoughts and emotions during that harrowing experience and its aftermath. Additionally, she shares her perspective on ESPN's creation of the "30 For 30" documentary about American Gladiators.
Beyond her Gladiators days, Salina also discusses her promising prospects in the realms of health, fitness, directing, producing, and writing.
To delve into this enlightening episode and more, you can tune in to www.theshadowspodcast.com, access it on YouTube (@TheShadowsPodcast), or choose your preferred podcast platform.
Gratitude is extended to the valued partners of the Gladiator Gauntlet series: Beyond The Rut, Heroes Media Group, and Sisu Stamina, for their support in making this series possible.