Best Brian Johnson and Sean Strauss Podcasts (2024)

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Gavin Hendrickson talks about his upcoming fight 9:47

8d ago9:47

9:47

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Gavin Hendrickson (2-0-1) previews his April 13 fight at Treasure Island Casino. In what could well be the fight of the night, Hendrickson, of Richfield, faces Tyler Nystrom of Superior, Wisconsin (1-1). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-john…

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Colton Warner previews his April 13 fight 31:10

11d ago31:10

31:10

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota heavyweight Colton Warner (6-2) talks about his upcoming fight at Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minnesota. The event is April 13. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., fights start at 7:00. In addition, Warner shares his thoughts on other big fights coming up, including Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr …

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Minnesota Boxer Tony Woods fights for vacant title 28:45

12d ago28:45

28:45

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Tony Woods (12-0, 10 KOs), talks about his upcoming fight with Deshawn Prather (17-1, 2 KOs) of Kansas City. The fight is Friday, April 12, in Springfield, Missouri. On the line is the vacant Universal Boxing Organization Continental Middleweight title. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,…

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Minnesota fighter Tim Bender returns 26:31

1M ago26:31

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In this episode, we catch up with Minnesota boxer Tim Bender. A native of Florida now living and training in Minnesota, Bender won his pro boxing debut in impressive fashion last December. He returns to the boxing ring Saturday, April 13, as part of a live boxing, MMA and Muay Thai card at Treasure Island Casino. Bender faces a tough test in the pe…

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Ve Shawn Owens talks about his bizarre boxing match in Mexico 1:14:17

3M ago1:14:17

1:14:17

In this episode, highly ranked Minnesota boxer Ve Shawn Owens (14-4, 12 KOs) discusses his strange experience on a Dec. 2, 2023, boxing card in Mexico. Owens went into the ring thinking he was fighting an exhibition. But that’s not how it played out. In the 8th round, the referee stopped the “fight” after Owens was hit on the back of the head, givi…

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Minneapolis fan favorite David Morrell Jr. is ‘the Carlos Monzon of our time’ 13:27

4M ago13:27

13:27

Minneapolis fan favorite David Morrell Jr. is “the Carlos Monzon of our time.” So says Luis DeCubas Sr. in the press conference at the Armory shortly after Morrell’s second-round TKO win over a game Sena Agbeko. Now, Morrell says he wants to fight the “Mexican Monster,” David Benavidez, to cement his claim as the king of the 168-pound division. Hea…

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An interview with Jose Benavidez Sr. 9:20

4M ago9:20

9:20

In this bonus episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we visit with Jose Benavidez Sr., father of unbeaten super middleweight boxer David Benavidez (28-0, 24 KOs). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

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Interviews with David Morrell, Jr., Robert Guerrero and Andre Berto 16:00

4M ago16:00

16:00

The W Foshay Hotel in downtown Minneapolis hosted a press conference Thursday in advance of Saturday’s PBC Showtime-televised card at The Armory in Minneapolis. The Minnesota Fight Night podcast was there, and we caught up with WBA “regular” super middleweight champion David Morrell Jr., who faces Sena Agbeko in the main event. We also chatted with…

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Minnesota boxer Marlin Sims previews his Dec. 16 fight at The Armory 53:01

4M ago53:01

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, popular Minnesota boxer Marlin “So Icey” Sims previews his fight on the Showtime Boxing finale show at The Armory in Minneapolis. Sims (8-2 with 4 KOs) will take on Charles “Lo Lo” Harris (7-1) of Rialto, California on the undercard of the December 16 PBC event. Headlining the card is a super mi…

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A visit with Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson and coach Daleco James 27:35

4M ago27:35

27:35

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we’re pleased to chat with Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson about his December 9 bout on the Big Q Promotions card at Element Gym in St. Paul. The Nordic Warrior (4-2) takes on Wayman “The Slim Reaper” Carter (4-7-1) of Topeka, Kansas. Also joining us is Daleco James, Thompson’s trainer and co-own…

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Interviews with Minnesota boxers Leo Medel and Michael Demps 52:04

5M ago52:04

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we’re on location at the CMB Boxing Gym in Burnsville, where we chat with Minnesota boxers Leo Medel and Michael Demps. Both fighters will be in action this Saturday night, December 9, on the Big Q Promotions card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Medel (8-0 as a pro) will take on Andre Byrd (10-14-1)…

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Coach Q and Coach Shane interviews for Dec. 9 pro boxing show at Element 43:10

4M ago43:10

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Coach Quincy Caldwell of Big Q Promotions and fellow boxing coach Shane Chanslor preview the Dec. 9 Big Q Promotions pro boxing card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Fresh off his win over Nico Ali Walsh, Minnesota boxer Slink Proper takes on Tray Martin in the main event. Big Q Promotions always put…

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An interview with Minnesota boxer Tim Bender 53:18

5M ago53:18

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we catch up with Minnesota boxer Tim Bender. A native of Florida now living in Minneapolis, Bender will make his long-awaited pro boxing debut this Saturday, December 9, as part of a Big Q Promotions card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Bender, who has an MMA background, takes on Terrance Lee (2-1) …

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Slink Proper Returns to the Ring 33:12

5M ago33:12

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we take a road trip to Element Gym in St. Paul, where we catch up with rising local super welterweight star Slink Proper (8-1, 4 KOs). Slink previews his Dec. 9 fight at Element Gym in St. Paul. In the main event, Slink takes on Tray Martin (3-6, 2 KOs) of Missouri. A fan favorite at Element, Sl…

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An interview with Sena Agbeko 36:46

5M ago36:46

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, super middleweight contender Sena Agbeko (28-2, 22 KOs) previews his Dec. 16 fight against WBA Super Middleweight Champion David Morrell Jr. at The Armory in Minneapolis. A native of Ghana now fighting out of Nashville, Agbeko is riding a five-fight winning streak, including an upset victory ove…

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Marty “The Wolfman” Lindquist wins big in Sioux City, Iowa 21:07

6M ago21:07

21:07

Minnesota cruiserweight boxer Marty “The Wolfman” Lindquist shows no signs of slowing down. On the undercard of a 15th Round Promotions event in Sioux City, Iowa, Lindquist (16-12, 12 KOs) returned to the ring in style Saturday with an impressive stoppage win over a game Maurice “The Beast” Elk (1-5, 1 KO). An ageless wonder, the 54-year-old Lindqu…

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Sean Strauss discusses his new role as president of the MN Boxing Hall of Fame 1:10:36

7M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

After a summer hiatus, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast returns with a new episode. Sean Strauss and Brian Johnson catch up on the latest boxing news, preview upcoming amateur cards, and talk about Sean’s new gig as president of the Minnesota Boxing Hall of Fame. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. …

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Josh Clark interview for Declaration of War 2 27:02

10M ago27:02

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In this episode, Minnesota boxer and Strike Fitness owner Josh Clark (7-1 pro record) talks about his upset win on the undercard of the recent Adrien Broner-Bill Hutchinson card in Miami. Clark also previews the big Declaration of War 2 event happening this Saturday, July 1, in Rogers, Minnesota. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Ba…

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David Morrell Jr. and Leon Margules of Warriors Boxing interviews 23:43

10M ago23:43

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In this episode, WBA Super Middleweight Champion David Morrell Jr. (9-0) dishes on David Benavidez (27-0) and Warriors Boxing President Leon Margules shares the latest on a potential Morrell-Benavidez fight. A native of Cuba now based in Minneapolis, and an Armory boxing fan favorite, Morrell is ready to take on the Mexican Monster. But is Benavide…

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Interviews with Luis Arias and Other Boxers on the June 22 Armory Card 32:16

10M ago32:16

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Showtime and Premier Boxing Champions returned to Minneapolis Thursday to hold a press conference for the June 24 PBC card at The Armory — and the Minnesota Fight Night Podcast was there. This episode features interviews with fighters on the televised portion of the card, including headliners Carlos Adames and Julian “J Rock” Williams. Hard-hitting…

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Interviews with Caleb Truax, Tony Woods, Slink Proper, Andree Reid and Jimmy Vang 27:49

10M ago27:49

27:49

Element Gym hosted a media event Wednesday for Minnesota boxers Caleb Truax and Slink Proper, who have been sparring with each other to prepare for separate upcoming fights. Truax is a former world champion, Slink is an emerging, unbeaten prospect. Both are working hard to be at their best when they step into the ring for their next fights. Truax w…

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Caleb Truax previews his June 24 fight at The Armory in Minneapolis 29:45

11M ago29:45

29:45

Former world super middleweight champion Caleb Truax, one of Minnesota’s most popular and recognizable boxers, will make his long-awaited return to the ring on Saturday, June 24, as part of the PBC show at The Armory in Minneapolis. Truax (31-5-1, 19 KOs) will face Burley Brooks (6-2-1, 5 KOs) of Dallas on the undercard of the Showtime-televised ev…

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An interview with Quincy Caldwell, founder of Big Q Promotions 31:26

11M ago31:26

31:26

Quincy Caldwell talks about his journey to becoming a local boxing promoter and previews his big June 17 card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635--- Support this pod…

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Post Fights Recap Jack O'Brien Boxing Invitational at The Garden in Canal Park by Jungle Boy Boxing 26:18

1y ago26:18

26:18

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast recaps the Jack O'Brien Boxing Invitational at The Garden in Canal Park by Jungle Boy Boxing. Fans packed The Garden for what turned out to be an entertaining night of boxing. Tyler Nystrom and Jesse Wannemacher set the bar high with a bruising exhibition match. Also on the card, Danny Huffman plea…

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Tony Lee Interview for March 10 boxing card at The Garden in Duluth 46:24

1y ago46:24

46:24

Minnesota boxer Tony Lee joins the podcast to talk about his upcoming fight against Rondale Hubbert at The Garden in Duluth. Lee (11-2-1 as a pro) returns to the ring after a nearly 6-year layoff. But this episode is about more than boxing. In a wide-ranging interview, Lee talks about trials and tribulations, family, and his deep and abiding faith …

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Rondale Hubbert Interview for the March 10 card at The Garden in Duluth 53:10

1y ago53:10

53:10

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast is pleased to welcome Minnesota boxer Rondale “Give ‘em Hell” Hubbert. Fighting out of Duluth, Hubbert has more than 40 pro fights under his belt. Speaking of belts, he’s also a two-time state champion. Hubbert returns to the ring on March 10 at The Garden in Duluth. His opponent, fellow Minnesota …

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Jesse Wannemacher Interview for Duluth boxing bout at The Garden on 3.10.23 19:23

1y ago19:23

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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast catches up with Jesse Wannemacher, a pro boxer and mixed martial artist fighting out of the Port City of Duluth. On March 10, Wannemacher will step through the ropes for the second time as a pro boxer. His fight is part of a big card at The Garden in Duluth. In the following interview, Wannemacher …

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Recap of February 25 card at The Armory with post-fight interviews 27:48

1y ago27:48

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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast recaps the February 25 Showtime-televised card at The Armory in Minneapolis. It was a big night for the hometown boxers, as Minneapolis welterweights Jamal “Shango” James and Ve Shawn Owens — fighting in front of a sellout crowd— won their respective fights in impressive fashion. In the main event,…

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David Morrell Jr. and fighter interviews for the Fen. 25 Showtime boxing card 31:51

1y ago31:51

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This episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast features interviews with fighters participating in the February 25 Showtime-televised boxing card at the Armory in Minneapolis. Headlining the card are Subriel Matias and Jeremías Ponce, who square off for a vacant super lightweight title. This promises to be a highly entertaining matchup of two exp…

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USA vs CANADA preview show featuring the Umlands 37:40

1y ago37:40

37:40

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast previews the February 25 USA vs CANADA show in Wadena. Special guests are coach and former boxer Jeremy Umland and his sons, Matt and Adam. The younger Umlands are accomplished amateur boxers with a combined 160-plus fights. The Umlands talk about their boxing journey, upcoming events and more. Int…

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Sona Akale aka "Slink Proper" Interview for the March 10 card in Duluth 28:43

1y ago28:43

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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast visits with local boxer and musical artist Slink Proper. Slink, of St. Paul, boasts a perfect 7-0 record and is the reigning Mid American Super Welterweight champion. On March 10, at The Garden in Duluth, he will face off against hard-hitting Noah Kidd, who most recently boxed former world champion…

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Tyler Nystrom and Alex Citrowske talk about their upcoming fight in Duluth 46:53

1y ago46:53

46:53

In this episode, we catch up with Tyler Nystrom and Alex Citrowske, who will face off in a 168-pound clash on the March 10 card at The Garden in Duluth. Nystrom, a military veteran who was stationed in Afghanistan, is making his pro debut. Citrowske is back in the ring after successful knee surgery. Most recently, Citrowske took on John Gotti III a…

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An interview with Eddy Valenzuela 40:01

1y ago40:01

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we catch up with Eddy Valenzuela, an outstanding local amateur boxer and engineering student at the University of St. Thomas. Valenzuela, who has won the lion’s share of his 60-plus amateur fights, boxes out of the Minnesota Top Team gym in Eagan. In the following interview, Valenzuela talks abo…

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Kevin Greenlee and Jeff Bassett Interviews 50:55

1y ago50:55

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In this episode, local amateur boxers Kevin Greenlee and Jeff Bassett talk about how they got into boxing and what it’s like to compete in the masters’ division, amateur boxing’s answer to the senior golf circuit. Specifically, they discuss their upcoming rematch. The friendly rivals run it back this Saturday, Feb. 4, as part of a big amateur show …

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Jamal “Shango” James previews his Feb. 25 fight at The Armory 18:28

1y ago18:28

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The Minnesota Fight Night podcast debuted in 2020 with special guest Jamal “Shango” James. Fittingly, as we kick off our fourth season, Minneapolis boxer James (27-2, 12 KOs) is back to talk about his Feb. 25 Showtime-televised fight at The Armory in Minneapolis. James, a former WBA welterweight champion, returns to the ring after a 16-month layoff…

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A recap of the Dec. 3 IGNITE Boxing card at the Hyatt Regency in Mpls. 19:32

1+ y ago19:32

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we re-live the exciting Dec. 3 IGNITE Boxing card at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis. The episode features post-fight interviews with the following boxers on the card: heavyweight Colton Warner (6-1), middleweight Gavin Hendrickson (2-0-1), middleweight Brandon Jenkins (1-0-1) and light heavywe…

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Brandon Jenkins and Gavin Hendrickson interviews for IGNITE BOXING I at the Hyatt Regency 58:59

1+ y ago58:59

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Gavin Hendrickson and Brandon Jenkins join the podcast to preview their fight on the Dec. 3 IGNITE BOXING I card at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis. Fans won’t want to miss this compelling middleweight matchup. Richfield resident Hendrickson (2-0, 2 KOs) boasts a strong amateur boxing background and an unbeaten record in the pro ranks. Jenkins (1-…

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Roman Cruz and Ryan Dew interviews for IGNITE BOXING I at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis on Dec. 3rd, 2022 35:26

1+ y ago35:26

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Super Lightweights Roman Cruz and Ryan Dew join the podcast to preview their fight on the Dec. 3 IGNITE BOXING I card at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis. Cruz (0-1), of Grand Forks, North Dakota, returns to the Twin Cities for his second pro fight. Most recently, in April, he went toe-to-toe with Josh Clark, dropping a four-round majority decision…

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Dennys Reyes and Terrence Walker interviews for Dec. 3 IGNITE card 46:09

1+ y ago46:09

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Heavyweights Dennys Reyes and Terrence Walker join the podcast to preview their fight on the Dec. 3 IGNITE boxing card at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis. Expect fireworks, as both fighters are heavy-handed and are determined to put on a good show for the local fans. Reyes, a native of Cuba now fighting out of Minneapolis, will enter the ring with…

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Corey Thompson and Robert Calvin interviews for the Dec. 3 IGNITE Boxing card 46:36

1+ y ago46:36

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Light heavyweights Corey Thompson and Robert Calvin preview their Dec. 3 fight on the IGNITE Boxing card at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis. Minnesota boxer Thompson boasts a 4-1 record with 3 KOs. He faces a tough challenge in the person of Calvin, who is 2-0 as a pro with both wins coming by knockout. A native of Chicago, Calvin now makes his ho…

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Ashkan Morvari and Jeremy Castro interviews for their fight at the Hyatt Regency put on by IGNITE on 12.3.22 35:17

1+ y ago35:17

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Super middleweights Ashkan Morvari and Jeremy Castro preview their Dec. 3 fight on the IGNITE Boxing card at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis. Both fighters have boxing and MMA experience. Morvari, of Eagan, will try improve to 2-0 in the pro boxing ranks. Standing in his way is Castro, who will step through the ropes with a 3-3-1 record. Castro ha…

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Colton Warner and Tommy Matlon interviews for IGNITE boxing at the Hyatt Regency 1:13:25

1+ y ago1:13:25

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In separate interviews for this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night Podcast, Minnesota heavyweights Colton Warner (5-1, 3 KOs) and Tommy Matlon (3-1, 1 KO) preview their Dec. 3 fight in Minneapolis. The big guys headline an IGNITE Boxing card at the Hyatt Regency. The conversation with Warner also touches on what fight fans want to see (Crawford v…

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Morrell vs. Yerbossynuly Recap Episode and an Update on Aidos’ Condition 1:01:20

1+ y ago1:01:20

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Sean Strauss and Brian Johnson discuss the Nov. 5 Showtime-televised card at The Armory. In the main event, Minneapolis boxer David Morrell Jr. stayed unbeaten and successfully defended his WBA “regular” super middleweight title with a 12th-round knockout of Aidos Yerbossynuly of Kazakhstan. Sad…

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Minneapolis-based boxer David Morrell Jr. returns to The Armory 45:30

1+ y ago45:30

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A virtual press event featuring David Morrell Jr. and Aidos Yerbossynuly, who square off in the main event of the Nov. 5 Showtime PBC Boxing card at The Armory in Minneapolis. Showtime’s Brian Custer moderates the discussion. More episodes to come with interviews, insights and previews of future events. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Town…

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Recap of the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley 22:10

2y ago22:10

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we recap the exciting Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley. We’ll hear from a few of the fighters who boxed on that big card, including Cayman Audie, Jimmy “the Bull” Barnes, Antonio Mireles and Colton Warner. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb…

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Dennys Reyes Interview for Top Rank ESPN+ Rapacz Boxing show in Hinckley 14:54

2y ago14:54

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Minnesota boxer Dennys Reyes returns to the podcast to talk about his fight on the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ show in Hinckley. A native of Cuba, Reyes (3-2) faces highly regarded Top Rank prospect Antonio Mireles. It’s a tall order, as Mireles stands 6-9 and weighs 270. But Reyes has been training hard and he’s determined to pull off the…

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Corey Thompson Interview for the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley 18:44

2y ago18:44

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson stops by to talk about his fight on the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley. He faces a tough challenge in the person of Dante Benjamin, a decorated amateur and highly touted Top Rank prospect. But as you will hear in this interview, Corey doesn’t…

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Cory Rapacz interview for the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card 56:23

2y ago56:23

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Cory Rapacz of Rapacz Boxing stops by to discuss the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley. In a wide-ranging interview, Rapacz talks about how he got into the boxing business, his love of Minnesota boxing in particular, and what it’s like to work with Top Rank, among other topic…

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Anthony Garrett Interview for Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley 24:40

2y ago24:40

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In this episode, Anthony Garrett joins the Minnesota Fight Night podcast to talk about his fight on the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley. Garrett, who hails from Kansas, takes on hard-hitting prospect Cayman Audie of Hinckley. This promises to be a fan-friendly heavyweight encounter. Garrett is no stranger to Minnesota. In Apri…

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Jimmy Barnes Interview for July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley 35:58

2y ago35:58

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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota heavyweight Jimmy “The Bull” Barnes stops by to preview his fight on the July 23 Top Rank/Rapacz Boxing ESPN+ card in Hinckley. Barnes, 1-2 as a pro, takes on his friend and fellow Pine City native Colton Warner, 4-1, in a compelling battle of the big guys. A father of three, Barnes ta…

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