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 three where this happened, and we reflect upon those moments in a generally light-hearted episode to round…

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 School" and "The Tales Of Mr. Magee" plus many more moments to remember. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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 stories from the courtroom and about life with Tommy before his untimely demise! Learn more about your ad …

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, facts, and lies on the HIV diagnosis that has been contested he never had! This story documents the rise …

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 the sport that the fans never forget! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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 things, being the bloodiest fighter, maybe in boxing history, and getting a shot, out of nowhere, to fight Muha…

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/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

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 Morrissey, was a two-fisted Irish immigrant who, more than any other man of the age, represented the nefa…

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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 arose. Questions like "who is this guy?" because facing a well-known fighter of the time caused his big se…

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/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

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 champion boxer, with an exciting, crowd-pleasing style, and a growing fan base. Sounds like the dream, right…

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 really never change! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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 former NFL star, Mark Gastineau. However, things took a sinister turn when of his boxers Tim "Doc" Anderson…

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/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

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, but very nice person. An Olympic gold medallist, he became heavyweight champion of the world, in only his e…

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 Ray Mancini. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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 the 14th round of what was a ferocious contest, Mancini headed straight for Kim, where he blasted him with …

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 elements of it can be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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, Sean & Johnston present his story, that of troubled times in his home country, succumbing to drink and drugs…

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/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

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 professionally from 1980 to 2010 On Nov. 20, 2012, Macho and a childhood friend were shot while sitting in a …

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/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

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 of the season along with life lessons learnt from each individual in the stories. Learn more about your ad …

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

As part of The Darker Side Of Boxing Season Two, Sean sits down with Patrick Connor to discuss his book on Oscar "Ringo" Bonavena, and the challenges he faced in being able to produce a true depiction of what happened throughout Oscar's life and his untimely demise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

In this episode, we present the story of Oscar Bonavena, the brash heavyweight contender whose sheer arrogance and wild lifestyle would lead to his grisly end! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Lukie and Sean explore the many stories that had lived in folklore around Stanley Ketchel, from his encounter with "The Murderous Mexican" and the Jack Johnson encounter which lives on in infamy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

In this episode, we cover the life, times, and untimely demise of Stanley Ketchel, a fighter regarded as one of the greatest of his time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Lukie & Sean reflect on Paul Sykes's story and how elements of his life were that of a man who knew no boundaries. Also discussions are had over how this episode has left many with a feeling of mixed emotions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

In this episode we present the story of a heavyweight boxer who would find notoriety away from the ring for his long prison stints and being known as one of the hardest men in Britain! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Lukie & Sean reflect on Pinklon Thomas's life story and discuss what moments were pivotal to his career and whether this truly is a story of redemption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

We present the story of Pinklon Thomas, a man who would take a trip to the depths of a drug-fuelled hell, but would fight his way back from the brink and turn it around to become a world champion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Lukie and Sean dissect episode six as they reflect on the life and boxing career of Diego "Chico" Corrales and discuss the possibility that CTE may have played a part towards the end of Corrales's life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

We tell the story of a man that lived a fast and hard life, a life that would come to an untimely end with many bumps in the road along the way, including that one legendary night that would define his legacy in the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Lukie & Sean dissect episode five and discuss the impact of certain moments of the story, how certain choices affected the future of the sport and where is Mitch Green now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

In this episode we tell the story of Mitch "Blood" Green, the product of a tough 1970s New York neighbourhood who had many HIGHS and also many lows including an infamous brawl with Mike Tyson! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Lukie & Sean reflect on the life and boxing career of Zora Folley whilst also discussing how his untimely demise caused such a mystery for over 40 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

In this episode, we explore the life, career, and untimely demise of Zora Folley an established heavyweight contender during the 1960s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Luke G. Williams the author of President Of Pandemonium - The Mad World Of Ike Ibeabuchi joins Sean to discuss his experiences of putting the book together, including where his fascination with Ike came from, to interviewing the man himself and really getting an insight into his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho…

Lukie & Sean react and dissect the story of the once heavyweight contender Ike Ibeabuchi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

In this episode, Sean & Johnston present the story of Ike Ibeabuchi, a fighter with such promise of becoming a world heavyweight champion, however, it was the events that led up to the early morning of Thursday, July 22, 1999, that would change his life and those around him forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic…

Lukie & Sean discuss the life and career of Randy Turpin after learning more about the Leamington Licker and his life away from the boxing ring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Randolph Turpin, known as the Leamington Licker is considered one of the greatest British fighters in history, his battles with Sugar Ray Robinson have gone down in boxing folklore. Away from the ring he was known as a generous and humble man to many, but there was another side to his persona, a side that only few experienced. Sean & Johnston prese…

Sean sits down with Paul Zanon the author of "The Ghost Of Tapia" a book in which he worked directly on with Teresa Tapia, sharing many more unheard stories surrounding Johnny's life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Luke Ketelle of ITR Boxing & Sean Bastow sit down to reflect upon episode one Crazy Train - The Life of Johnny Tapia. There is a lot of reflection on how past events shaped how the life of Tapia would play out, and its parallel comparisons to many well-known celebrities who have struggled with similar issues. Also up for discussion is the impact in…

Johnny Tapia was one of boxing's flamboyant and colourful characters, inside the ring he dazzled fans with his unorthodox yet crowd pleasing style, but away from the bright lights lurked the demons of a troubled youth and the constant struggle to be revered by his peers. Sean & Johnston bring the story of a man and a fighter that overcame real adve…

In this episode Sean & Johnston look back at the episodes and discuss how the idea all came about and highlight some of the most notable moments throughout the course of the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy BTR Boxing Podcast Network

It was early in the morning of June 17, 1966, a Friday. The 3 a.m. closing time at the Lafayette Grill drew near. What happened next would change the lives of famed boxer, Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, and John Artis forever! Part Two Features: One Summer Night in 1966 Life Behind Bars The Road To Retribution The Legacy Of "The Hurricane" Learn more ab…

Rubin Carter a troubled youth from the mean streets of Clifton, New Jersey would live through his trials and tribulations during childhood, only to become a professional boxer and attempt to forge a career to the middleweight crown. However, one fateful night would change his life forever! Part One Features: The Early Beginnings A Troubled Youth Th…