Angela Lee Pucci opens up about life after fighting — from world champion MMA athlete to mental health advocate. Her story of purpose, balance, and healing will inspire anyone facing life’s battles.
🥋 Angela’s gym, United BJJ Hawaii 👉 https://unitedbjjhawaii.com/
🌺 Angela’s nonprofit, Fightstory 👉 https://fightstory.org/
Angela Lee Pucci — one of Hawaii’s most celebrated MMA fighters — shares her powerful journey from ONE Atomweight World Championship to mental health advocate. In this episode of Here in Hawaii, Angela reflects on her rise to the top, the struggles she faced behind the scenes, and how her nonprofit, Fightstory, is helping others find hope and healing.
Join host Nolan Hong as we explore stories of strength, creativity, and aloha — from United BJJ Hawaii in Pearl City to the artists, musicians, and changemakers shaping Hawaii’s future.
🎥 Featured Stories in This Episode:
• Angela Lee Pucci on life, balance, and mental health advocacy
• “Kids These Days” featuring teen artist Kaitlyn
• Iolani Palace — preserving history and culture
• Musician Shawn Pimental at Awa Hou Kava Lounge
• Factory tour of Kamaka Ukulele
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