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Danica Patrick Shares Her Embarrassing Childhood Nickname
Jul 18, 2018; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Former NASCAR driver Danica Patrick arrives for the 2018 ESPYS at Microsoft Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Danica Patrick has revealed the nickname she had growing up that she used to find embarrassing.
Patrick interviewed Ronda Rousey for a recent episode of her podcast, “Pretty Intense.”
The two women were major figures in their sports — auto racing and MMA — and had hard times growing up due to their interest and dominance in typical male fields.
Patrick asked Rousey about her “Miss Man” nickname growing up. Patrick told Rousey she could relate because the race car driver was called “Manica” growing up.
The two felt self-conscious about their non-traditional body types but have since become more comfortable with the way they look. Rousey even used her looks as a selling point during her MMA career.
The entire interview was over an hour long. You can hear the part when they talked about their nicknames in this Instagram clip shared by Patrick:
H/T The Spun
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Danica Patrick has opened up about an embarrassing nickname from her childhood. In her recent podcast episode of “Pretty Intense,” Patrick spoke to Ronda Rousey, a fellow trailblazer in sports, about their shared experiences.
Patrick, a renowned figure in auto racing, and Rousey, an MMA superstar, faced similar struggles growing up in predominantly male arenas. Both women experienced ridicule for their body types and interests. During their conversation, Patrick brought up Rousey’s childhood nickname “Miss Man” and shared her own similar experience. Growing up, Patrick was teased with the nickname “Manica.”
Both women confessed to feeling self-conscious about their unique physiques, which were often at odds with traditional feminine standards. However, they have since embraced their appearances. Rousey, in particular, capitalized on her looks to build her career in MMA, turning what was once a point of insecurity into a strength.
The in-depth interview between Patrick and Rousey spanned over an hour. In an Instagram clip shared by Patrick, the women discuss their nicknames and how these labels influenced their self-perceptions.
Having braved the challenges of non-traditional careers, both Patrick and Rousey serve as inspirations for many young women facing similar hurdles. The conversation underscored the importance of self-acceptance and resilience in the face of adversity.
This candid dialogue between two pioneering women in sports offers a glimpse into the personal history that shaped their formidable careers, highlighting the importance of overcoming societal expectations to achieve success.
Source: The Spun, Larry Brown Sports
