Frank Warren’s Heavyweight Podcast

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Series 1 wrap-up May 15, 2020

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From Tyson Fury recorded in Las Vegas to Naseem Hamed speaking to us from his home, we’ve had 12 great guests across Series 1, plus a bonus episode with Frank Warren sharing some of his best stories. Now it’s time for a short pause.

But first, join Frank and Adam as they look back at some of the highlights… and look forward to what happens next – both in boxing and on the podcast.

Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe… and see you soon for Series 2!

Co-hosted by Adam Catterall.

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‘Prince’ Naseem Hamed May 08, 2020

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The Prince is in the house!

Naseem Hamed was one of boxing's most prodigious, playful and charismatic stars, and the face of the sport at the turn of the millennium.

In this conversation, Naz tells Frank about his meteoric rise to becoming a champion, his beef with Chris Eubank and what he most misses about getting in the ring.

Co-hosted by Adam Catterall.

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Gordon Ramsay May 01, 2020

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Gordon Ramsay is one of the world’s top chefs. He’s also a hugely popular TV personality, both in the UK and the US, thanks to shows such as Kitchen Nightmares, Hell’s Kitchen and Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip.

In this conversation, Gordon and Frank talk about earning Michelin stars, keeping standards high, his early promise as a footballer… and the surprise ingredient he once found in a macaroni cheese dish.

Co-hosted by Adam Catterall.

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Ray Winstone Apr 24, 2020

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An acting legend on the podcast today – the undisputed Daddy of British cinema, Ray Winstone.

Talking to Frank from lockdown in Sicily, Ray gives his thoughts on films from Sexy Beast and Scum to Love, Honour and Obey and Nil by Mouth. He also covers his days as an amateur boxer and his love of West Ham.

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Fred Sirieix Apr 17, 2020

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Smooth, charismatic and always with a twinkle in his eye… but enough about Frank Warren! Today’s guest, Fred Sirieix, found fame as the maître d’ in Channel 4’s First Dates. More recently, he’s been globetrotting with two restaurant pals in Gordon, Gino and Fred: American Road Trip.

In this conversation, Fred talks about his love of boxing (and sparring with his fiancée), the importance of being kind, and reveals how to be romantic in the time of the coronavirus. He’s also got some cheeky advice for Adam!

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Alastair Campbell Apr 10, 2020

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Alastair Campbell invented the phrase “New Labour” and helped guide Tony Blair to power in 1997. As Downing Street press secretary, and later as Director of Communications, he helped redefine what political communication would mean in the new millennium.

In this conversation, he talks about the government’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic, life with an addiction, his love of Burnley FC and his hopes for Labour under new leader Keir Starmer.

Co-hosted by Adam Catterall.

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Bob Arum Apr 03, 2020

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In boxing circles, Bob Arum is a legend – a promoter who started out with Muhammad Ali, before helping fighters like Marvin Hagler, Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran and Thomas Hearns become household names in the 1980s.

But you don’t even need to be a fight fan to enjoy this conversation, which touches on the secrets of being a successful promoter, Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic and what he thinks about his bitter rival, Don King.

Co-hosted by Adam Catterall.

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Dana White Mar 30, 2020

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As President of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Dana White has helped revolutionise mixed martial arts. The UFC is now one of sport’s most recognisable global brands, and Dana is its charismatic and outspoken leader.

In this no holds barred conversation, Dana tells Frank where he thinks boxing is going wrong, where the UFC is heading and what happens next to his sport in the time of the Coronavirus.

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Vinnie Jones Mar 27, 2020

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From hardman footballer to Hollywood star, and from the boxing clubs of Hertfordshire to the golf courses of California, Vinnie Jones has a lot of stories to share.

In this conversation, he talks to Frank about his time with Wimbledon’s Crazy Gang, the first time he met Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels director Guy Ritchie, and how he’s coping since the untimely death from cancer of his wife Tanya last year.

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Frank Warren and Adam Catterall Mar 23, 2020

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This week’s podcast is a little different. With everyone currently keeping themselves indoors wherever possible, we’ve decided it’s a good time to sit back and hear more from the main man himself – Frank Warren.

In this conversation with Adam Catterall, Frank talks about the start of his career, his highs, his lows, what it feels like to be shot, and much, much more.

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