TalkBox Boxing Podcast

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EP 177: Ryan Garcia, Brian Dillon, Troy Fox, and Kelsey McCarson Sep 10, 2019

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King Ryan Garcia is on the show! Ryan Garcia is the instagram star and boxing super prospect that is co-headlining the Mexican Independence day card. He phones in and talks all things from his opponent, being a part of Canelo's camp, and life as a star in boxing.

Next up, Brian Dillon and Troy Fox call Woodsy to explore what it's like to be the B-side fighter and selling tickets to a fight for the actual fighter. A few economics here, and a few personal takes, we get the promoter and fighter's side of the debate here on Talkbox.

Last but not least, award winning sports writer and Woodsy's favorite Texan, Kelsey Mccarson joins the show. Him and Woodsy talk all things like Ruiz-Joshua 2, drug testing in the sport, and the inside scoop from all the betting odds and tips.

It's all here for you on Talkbox!

EP 176: Former Unified Heavyweight Champ, Hasim Rahman Sep 03, 2019

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Former unified heavyweight champion of the world, Hasim Rahman Sr., joins the show today. Him and Woodsy reminisce about the good ol' days of people counting him out against the legendary, Lennox Lewis, and then winning via upset KO. They talk all things of that bout, from the controversial location, to the negotiations with the promoter, and the aftermath.

You won't want to miss this one! Talkbox back at you with a good one!

EP 175: George Foreman, Blair Cobb, Alicia Napoleon, Malissa Smith Aug 27, 2019

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Coming at you from all angles, Talkbox is back with episode 175 and big George Foreman kicks things off. Woodsy catches up with George while he's in Iceland checking on his horses?? George also shares his thoughts on the Ruiz-Joshua fight in Saudi Arabia.

Blair "the Flair" Cobb does his Ric Flair "WOOO" and takes us through his KO victory last Thursday. He also shares on the crazy story of his upbrining, being a fugitive since he was young, and rising above it all to be a top prospect.

Alicia Napoleon, co-founder of Overthrow and WBC silver champ, has a fight this weekend. She also has an epic conversation on where women's boxing is currently and the ways we can all fight for unity in the sport.

Finally, Malissa Smith, expert on women's boxing history, shares with us her knowledge of women's boxing history. Some cool stories from her and also some info on the Women's Boxing HOF induction!

EP 174: Bob Arum, Brandon Figueroa, Mike Coppinger, and Abraham Nova Aug 20, 2019

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Hello everyone! Talkbox here with Woodsy bringing another stacked card on this show. Leading off, legendary promoter, Bob Arum, speaks with Woodsy about EVERYTHING! Bob shares when you can expect your favorite fighters (Shakur, Bud Crawford, and others) to have their next fight, the Lomachenko card, and even some of the election news. Always good banter and insight to what might be going on in the boxing world.

Next up, the heartbreaker! WBA World Champion Brandon Figueroa makes his homecoming fight with his belt on the line this Saturday. He stops by to talk about how special it is fighting in his hometown and you also get to know a little more about what makes Brandon the Heartbreaker.

Fellow journalist and news-breaking specialist, Mike Coppinger joins the show. He and Woodsy have a good talk about what it takes to make it in the journalism gig. Specifically in boxing. He also shares his thoughts on who runs the boxing game and who's actually influential today.

Last but not least, #6 ranked Abraham Nova comes to close the show. Abraham has a fight coming up on UFC Fight pass. His parents are Dominican, was born in Puerto Rico, and he has multiple fights in Belgium. All while hailing from Albany, NY! A lot to know about this prospect. Get to know him before everyone else on Talkbox!

EP 173: Andrew Cancio, Vergil Ortiz, and Mark Fratto Aug 13, 2019

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Talkbox joins you on this rainy day from New York. Andrew Cancio is joining us from his gig at the Southern California gas company! The super featherweight champ shares how life is after cementing his place as a world champ and shares some possible opponents for the future.

After Cancio goes back to work, Vergil Ortiz Jr phones in to talk his last fight. Ortiz Jr. recently defeated Antonio Orozco within the distance. He takes us through that fight, what life is like being a top prospect out of Grand Prairie, TX, and maybe gives us a name of someone he'd like to share the ring with!

Finally, last but not least, head of Facebook Fight Night Live, Mark Fratto joins the show. Mark is not only the voice of the Brooklyn Cyclones, but he puts together great fight cards for the people! Catch some of his previews for the cards coming up and how he is giving fighters a shot.

EP 172: Carl Frampton and Jonathan Leir Aug 06, 2019

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The best laid plans of men often go awry, despite meticulous planning and a track record of success. Carl Frampton sounded dialed in, ready to rock, primed to gain a W in a Saturday main event contest to be screened on ESPN+. Then, fate intervened, and dealt him a stiff one on the chin. Er, hand actually... Days before a scrap against Emmanuel Dominguez, the Northern Irishman said a "large ornament" had fallen on his left hand while he was chilling in a Pennsylvania hotel lobby, fracturing his fifth metacarpal. He was sitting..and then boom...a heavy-duty ornament tumbled onto his hand, on Monday. And bang, like that, the plan was busted up. And, he will adapt, as such athletes and warriors and successful folks do. This podcast chat occurred last week, before the hotel incident, so keep that in mind. We will ge an update on Frampton's hand and when he might glove up again. Second on the podcast is host of Ring Walk podcast, Jonathan Leir. Jonathan combines his love of boxing and his powerlifting background to address some of the recent PED issues in the sport.

EP 171: Ron Borges and Terri Moss Aug 01, 2019

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Talkbox! A lot of boxing this weekend and different topics to cover. No better people to cover than Woodsy and his guest, Ron Borges. Ron is a sportswriter for the Talk of Fame network and former contributor on the Boston Globe and Boston Herald. Ron and Woodsy talk all things from the weekends performances (Gervonta Davis, Tevin Farmer), how the boxing PPV model has changed, and yes... the possibility of a Mayweather Pacquiao rematch.

Terri Moss joins us next. The former world champion Terri is also now inducted into the Women's boxing hall of fame. She is currently fighting a case for one of her fighters who may have been wrongfully detained by ICE. Terri and Woodsy chat about possible ways to help support not only the current fighter, but fighters in the future.

A little bit of everything for you on the podcast today! Talkbox is live!

EP 170: Chris Arreola, Joe Goossen, Jim Lampley, Jeremy Herriges, Paul Kroll, Jul 29, 2019

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Talkbox! Coming back to you with another loaded A grade podcast!

Tons of huge names, but Michael Woods opens the show with Fansided writer who recently wrote the article "A Missing Part of the Caleb Plant Story", Jeremy Herriges.

Chris Arreola follows to talk about his next heavyweight bout and headlining the Barclays Center when he faces Adam Kownacki. Very esteemed boxing trainer and PBC Commentator, Joe Goossen, joins next to talk about some of the fights coming up and fights he's watching.

Former HBO boxing commentator Jim Lampley is batting clean up. Follow up on what the legendary voice has been up to. And last but not least, Paul Kroll joins the show and the intriguing prospect has a great story to tell.

EP 169: David Benavidez and Bruce Silverglade Jul 16, 2019

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Talkbox! Live and well with episode 169.

David Benavidez joins Woodsy as the A-side today. He is arguably the best fighter in the super middleweight division today. David talks about his eventual run in with Caleb Plant and his current upcoming fight with Anthony Dirrell.

Bruce Silverglade joins us in studio to share what's going on in his world. Bruce is the owner of the famed Gleason's gym, home to many world champions and fighters. He shares his own personal memories on Pernell Whitaker and some great stories of how New York and the gym has changed.

It's another A grade podcast on Talkbox!

EP 168: Shakur Stevenson, Joet Gonzalez, Vito Mielnicki, Luis Arias, and Mark Fratto Jul 09, 2019

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Talkbox! Again with some big names this episode. Newark's own, Shakur Stevenson, is headlining his own homecoming this Saturday. He's on his third opponent before he even steps in the ring. He'll talk about how he's handled two opponents dropping out and why he believes he's the best young fighter in the game.

Joet Gonzalez is next and he believes that HE is the best fighter in the game. He shares his feelings on current world champions and where he ranks. He also talks about his fight this Saturday and how he plans to remain undefeated in impressive fashion.

Vito Mielnicki is the youngest licensed boxer in the state of New Jersey's history. The state of New Jersey granted this young man a special exemption to fight pro. Hear what the 17 year old has to say about his debut coming up and how he is taking everything in.

Luis Arias is batting cleanup. You may remember this middleweight contender from his fight against Daniel Jacobs. He's got a fight in Ireland coming up and he talks about switching around promoters, being a free agent, and his next opponent.

Last but not least, the bossman, Mark Fratto, phones in. The voice of the Brooklyn Cyclones talks about a few fights he has coming up and also how he's bringing free boxing to the masses.

All ready and live here for you on Talkbox!

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