The Smiths | Bonus Episode: Dan Gable Interview (#209)

Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)

Wrestling Changed My Life

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4.9 • 1.1K Ratings

🗓️ 8 February 2021

⏱️ 84 minutes

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Bonus episode time! This episode features the full Dan Gable interview, which was recorded in August of 2020 for The Smiths. Enjoy! *** THE SMITHS The Smiths chronicles the rise of wrestling icons, John & Pat Smith, with never-before-seen footage, as well as interviews with more than 30 friends, family and competitors. *** CREDITS Executive Producers: USA Wrestling; The National Wrestling Hall of Fame Directed, written and produced by Ryan Warner Original score: Gary Lionelli Special thanks to Lee Roy Smith, Rich Bender, Jack Carnefix, Rollie Peterkin (story consultant) and the entire Smith Family. *** ABOUT THE SERIES Etched in Stone, the stories of wrestling’s legends will take you inside the lives of over 170 of the greatest wrestlers in history as they share their never-before-told stories about their trials, tribulations and triumphs, competitors, coaches, teammates, and those who knew these athletes best will also weigh in on their accomplishments with their own unique perspectives. *** ABOUT WRESTLING CHANGED MY LIFE Hosted by Ryan Warner, the Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast features in-depth interviews with wrestlers and coaches to learn how the sport shaped and molded their lives. By stitching together stories of sacrifice, triumph, defeat and perseverance, the Podcast takes the listener deep inside the world’s oldest sport. New episodes are released every Monday and Wednesday. TEXT the SHOW! --Keyword: Wrestle --Number: 224-54 *** FANS If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! *** FOLLOW the PODCAST Twitter: @Ryan_N_Warner Instagram: Wrestling Changed My Life Facebook: Wrestling Changed My Life Website: wrestlingchangedmylife.com Shop merchandise at our Online Store: Store.WrestlingChangedMyLife.com

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0:00.0	Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to the Wrestling Change My Life podcast.
0:06.0	This is our second to last bonus episode for the Smiths.
0:10.5	This one is with Dan Gabel, the one, the only 15 national titles as the head coach at Iowa,
0:18.3	Olympic gold medalist, two-time NCAA champ, you know the resume.
0:23.2	This episode was recorded back in August at Dan Gabel's home in Iowa City, Iowa, and
0:29.1	we talk John Smith, Leroy Smith, Pat Smith, Mark Smith.
0:33.7	This was exclusively recorded for the Smiths, and I hope you enjoy it, folks.
0:38.6	Peace!
0:42.6	Iconic Wrestling Coach Dan Gabel once said, pain is nothing compared to what it feels like
0:47.6	to quit.
0:48.6	Give everything you've got today for tomorrow may never come.
0:53.0	Gabel could be describing those whose achievements have earned them the honor of being inducted
0:57.3	into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
0:59.7	Etchden Stone, the stories of wrestling's legends, will take you inside the lives of over
1:04.6	200 of the greatest wrestlers in history as they share their never before told stories
1:09.3	about their trials, tribulations, and triumphs.
1:13.0	Competitors, coaches, teammates, and those who knew these athletes best will also weigh
1:17.7	in on their accomplishments with their own unique perspectives.
1:21.7	Before we get going, just introduce yourself to the listeners, so we know who we're here
1:28.3	from here.
1:30.5	Yeah, name is Dan Gabel, and wrestling is my life, and I'm sure that there's been a few
1:42.8	changes in my life because of that sport as well, but champion wrestler and champion coach
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