The Darker Side Of Boxing
Delve into the hidden and often overlooked aspects of boxing that reveal a darker reality. From shocking murders and insidious match-fixing to wrongful imprisonments and intriguing conspiracy theories, we shine a light on both the notorious and lesser-known incidents that have unfolded inside and outside the ring.
Welcome to The Darker Side of Boxing.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 82 minutes
- Episodes
- 65
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2023
The Darker Side Of The Aftershow - A Trip Back From The Mind of Ike Ibeabuchi
Lukie & Sean react and dissect the story of the once heavyweight contender Ike Ibeabuchi.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
00:53:14 |
Tue 09 Nov 2021
Inside The Mind of Ike Ibeabuchi
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 …
01:56:57 |
Mon 08 Nov 2021
The Darker Side Of The Aftershow - The Trials & Tribulations Of Randy Turpin
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…
00:44:56 |
Sat 06 Nov 2021
The Trials & Tribulations of Randolph Turpin
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 ri…
01:58:35 |
Mon 01 Nov 2021
The Ghost Of Tapia with author Paul Zanon
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 abou…
00:35:21 |
Fri 29 Oct 2021
The Darker Side Of The Aftershow - Crazy Train - The Life of Johnny Tapia
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 woul…
01:04:06 |
Mon 25 Oct 2021
Crazy Train - The Life Of Johnny Tapia
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 o…
01:55:34 |
Mon 25 Oct 2021
Series One Wrap Up
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 …
01:07:53 |
Mon 22 Feb 2021
One Night In Paterson - The Story Of "The Hurricane" (Part II)
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, a…
01:42:24 |
Mon 25 Jan 2021
The Story Of "The Hurricane" (Part I)
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 …
01:11:43 |
Mon 18 Jan 2021
Ecstasy & Agony - The Story Of Charles "Kid" McCoy
Charles McCoy, the Dr. Jekyll or Mr. Hyde of boxing a trickster both inside and outside the ring. In this episode, we delve into the life and stories of the boxing champion of the early 1900s who wou…
01:41:36 |
Mon 07 Dec 2020
Sucker Punch - The Story Of James Butler Jr
James Butler Jr came from the tough, unforgiving New York, and throughout his life, he would forge an unlikely friendship with a talented pair of brothers. His fledgeling boxing career would take off…
01:15:28 |
Mon 09 Nov 2020
Wheeling Dealing & Stealing The Story Of Don King (Part II)
In the second part of the Don King story, Sean & Johnston pick up from the "Thrilla In Manilla" and tell the story of how at one time King ruled the heavyweight division with the like of Larry Holmes…
01:17:31 |
Mon 02 Nov 2020
Wheeling, Dealing & Stealing: The Story of Don King (Part I)
Donald King is the American boxing promoter we all love to hate. He is known for his involvement in putting together some of the most historic boxing bouts. He has also been a controversial figure, p…
01:21:14 |
Mon 19 Oct 2020
Killed In Brazil with Jimmy Tobin
As a follow up to Murder or Suicide? The Mysterious Death Of Arturo Gatti Sean & Johnston interview the author of "Killed In Brazil" Jimmy Tobin to discuss the inspiration behind the book along with …
00:43:22 |
Mon 12 Oct 2020
The Life, Times & Crimes Of Tony Ayala Jr
Tony Ayala Jr. was one of the most talented boxers to ever grace the ring in the light-middleweight division. He won 31 of his 33 pro bouts, and he was in line to compete for the division belt multip…
01:29:16 |
Mon 14 Sep 2020
The Murder Of Shaun "The Guv'nor" Cummins
Shaun Cummins was a British boxer who won the WBA Inter-Continental super welterweight title in 1992 and went on to fight for the British and European middleweight titles. After his career had ended …
01:08:43 |
Mon 31 Aug 2020
Boxing & The Mafia
In this episode, we delve into the origins of how the mafia came to the forefront of boxing which included fixed fights, paid-off referees, greedy managers, misused boxers, and the mobsters who contr…
01:50:29 |
Mon 10 Aug 2020
The Ten Round Assault
Sean & Johnston examine a 1983 boxing match that took place between undefeated prospect Billy Collins Jr. and Luis Resto. The fight was on the undercard for a bout between Roberto Durán and Davey Moo…
01:32:22 |
Fri 24 Jul 2020
Murder In Soho - The Secret Life Of Freddie Mills
It was July 1965 when former world light heavyweight champion Freddie Mills was found dead in his car, rifle by his side and blood oozing from his eye. The coroner recorded a verdict of suicide, but …
01:29:38 |
Fri 10 Jul 2020
Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are the property of BTR Boxing Podcast Network. This content is not affiliated with or endorsed by eachpod.com.