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During the course of recording podcasts, there are many moments in which things can go wrong, whether it be a mispronunciation of a word or just generally misinterpreting and getting it wrong. This episode provides you with moments from season
The season is at an end and in this episode, we reflect on the stories, characters, and our own experiences of producing the show. Also, we present our 'loosely' made-up awards for the season featuring "The Narco King", "Leon Spinks Driving Sch
Following the season three finale, Trisha Morrison joins us on the show to discuss Tommy's story and more importantly present further evidence to confirm that Tommy was in fact never officially diagnosed or had HIV/AIDS. We hear many different
In this episode, we dig deep with a man who went from being the heavyweight champion of the world, and star of a Rocky movie... to drinking, driving, drugging, beating, biting, toting guns, and so much more. Then there are the various opinions,
Following the Chuck Wepner story, we discuss how much the story of an underdog in boxing is appreciated by fans worldwide, making comparisons to modern-day fighters and how they may not reach the championship gold but leave such an impact on th
In this episode, we check out the life of the man who inspired Sylvester Stallone to write the Rocky character. He came from the streets and loved a bar-room brawl even more than a fight in the ring.In boxing, he was known mainly for two thing
Following the main episode on John Morrissey, we discuss the gang culture of the mid-1800s in New York and how even in today's society some things have just not changed.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
An Irish immigrant, a collection agent for crime bosses, a professional boxer, and a prolific gambler, John Morrissey was—if nothing else—an unlikely candidate to become one of the most important figures in the history of American history.John
In this episode, we discuss the story of Roberto Medina and how this links to boxing attracting strange and dangerous individuals into the sport. We also discuss what constitutes a bad individual and can then change or can boxing change them.L
In this episode, we take a look at a man who came onto the boxing scene, literally out of nowhere. To the world, he seemingly had no past, but he certainly had a future in fighting. He made it all the way to the national stage before questions
Following the Adonis Stevenson story, we heavily discuss the crimes committed, whether forgiveness can ever be a thing when it comes down to Stevenson, and how his life has panned out.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/
We tell the odd story of the Haitian-born adopted Canadian fighter who came to another country, as a small child, grew up in foster care, and ran the streets, putting himself in all kinds of dangerous situations. He ended up becoming a world ch
In this episode, we reflect on the story of Rick Parker and Tim Anderson by discussing whether Tim Anderson should now be free from prison. We also touch on the exploitation comparisons from the 1990s to the present day and how some things real
Rick "Elvis" Parker was a street hustler who became an entrepreneur and flamboyant boxing promoter from Orlando, Florida. He had aspirations of becoming the next Don King. He promoted such fighters as George Foreman, "Smokin" Bert Cooper, and f
Sean & Lukie discuss the story of Leon Spinks and all the pivotal moments throughout his life and boxing career.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We explore one of the most charismatic characters that we've ever heard of, combined with a private life that can easily be described as "chaos". He has more wrap sheets than you can count, but one thing remains true, he's a self-destructive, b
Sean & Lukie look back at the episode "Death In The Ring - The Tragic Tale Of Ray Mancini vs Duk-Koo Kim" and highlight the most poignant moments of the story and most importantly the impact it had on boxing and the families of Duk-Koo Kim and
In November 1982, South Korean boxer Duk-Koo Kim entered the boxing ring to fight American boxer Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini in a highly awaited bout that received a lot of media attention. The two were competing for the WBA lightweight title.In t
Sean & Lukie reflect on episode two "The Extraordinary Life Of Eamonn Magee" and talk about each pivotal moment in the life of Eamonn and how that affected his future along with their thoughts and feelings about the story and how relatable some
Eamonn Magee (born 13 July 1971) is a retired Irish professional boxer who competed from 1995 to 2007.The former world champion boxer’s extraordinary life has been scarred by sectarianism and alcoholism, and over the course of this episode, Se
Lukie from ITR Boxing is back for the aftershow joining Sean as they discuss the story of Hector "Macho" Camacho and how justice finally prevailed some ten years after his murder.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho
Héctor Luís Camacho Matías (May 24, 1962 – November 24, 2012), commonly known by his nickname "Macho" Camacho, was a Puerto Rican professional boxer and entertainer. Known for his quickness in the ring and flamboyant style,[Camacho competed pro
Season three is coming soon and as an introduction, Sean & Johnston provide all the information you need to know ahead of the release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sean, Johnston & Lukie look back on a season of stories which has left many talking points about episode themes, the eerily parallel comparisons and the dark moments which left a lasting impression.Also, the lads recap their funniest moments
Sean speaks to Jamie Boyle about his books on Paul Sykes, and the challenges faced when opening up some old wounds for the people of Wakefield. Jamie also talks about the upcoming film/documentary on Paul after much interest in his life story.
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