Kennedy Blades had to take down a legend in Olympic wrestling to punch her ticket to her first Olympics. Growing up in combat sports, and often wrestling against boys - she was more than up for the challenge. Completing in the 76-kilogram class of Olympic wrestling, Blades talks her Olympic debut, and how she sees combining fashion and sport in her future.

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Kennedy Blades had to take down a legend in Olympic wrestling to punch her ticket to her first Olympics. Growing up in combat sports, and often wrestling against boys - she was more than up for the challenge. Completing in the 76-kilogram class of Olympic wrestling, Blades talks her Olympic debut, and how she sees combining fashion and sport in her future.
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Special thanks to our sponsor, The Sports Bra, the first women's sports bar in the country. Drop in next time you're in Portland, OR and try one of the drinks inspired by our PowHERful interviewees! 
Looking for activewear with superior functionality without compromising your look? Check out <a href="https://shoreactive.com/">Shore Active</a> to see why it's my favorite!

Welcome to The PowHERful Podcast where we introduce you to PowHERful women who are changing the game in and outside of their field of play. These are women’s stories of Olympians, extreme and outdoor athletes– women who happen to do things many of us can only dream of, but the lessons and inspiration they share is universal. Our first season focuses on the incredible women competing in this year’s Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris, including Carissa Moore, Daniela Moroz, Janeé Kassanavoid, Anastasia Pagonis, and many more.

Tune in every Tuesday this summer for a new episode of The PowHERful Podcast.

Welcome to The PowHERful Podcast where we introduce you to PowHERful women who are changing the game in and outside of their field of play. These are women’s stories of Olympians, extreme and outdoor athletes– women who happen to do things many of us can only dream of, but the lessons and inspiration they share is universal. Our first season focuses on the incredible women competing in this year’s Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris, including Carissa Moore, Daniela Moroz, Janeé Kassanavoid, Anastasia Pagonis, and many more.
Tune in every Tuesday this summer for a new episode of The PowHERful Podcast.

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Episode 8: Kennedy Blades (USA Wrestling)

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