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- 205 - Chris Billam-Smith EXCLUSIVE
George catches up with his old mate CBS ahead of this weekend's mega-fight against Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez in Riyadh. Both fighters are putting their belts on the line with the winner expected to face Jai Opetaia next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 - 204 - Previewing a busy weekend of world title fights...and Mike Tyson!
George and Dec look ahead to two huge nights of boxing this weekend. They begin with the Mike Tyson fight against Jake Paul on Friday, and debate whether it is an actual fight. George is backing a Tyson knockout win. They also preview Katie Taylor's rematch against Amanda Serrano on the undercard in Dallas. And, CBS is fighting Zurdo Ramirez in Riyadh. Can he follow in the footsteps of David Haye and unify the cruiserweight division? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 12 Nov 2024 - 203 - Bivol v Beterbiev: The Debrief
Having had a few days to reflect on Saturday night, the guys take a deep dive into what they witnessed from Riyadh. George admits he still feels a bit underwhelmed by the main event. They also review the judge's scorecards and conclude they weren’t as controversial as many have claimed. Both agree that Fabio Wardley is a rising star and discuss who they’d like to see him face next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 15 Oct 2024 - 202 - Bivol v Beterbiev preview
The guys are back to look ahead to one of the most stacked cards of the year headlined by one of the fights of the year. Will George and Dec agree on who will walk away with all the marbles? Can we expect more of the same from Wardley and Clarke. And Does Jack Massey stand a chance against Jai Opetaia? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 10 Oct 2024 - 201 - Scumbags, boxing's best fight and Watershed Down
George and Dec take the show to the press conference for the Beterbiev v Bivol fight on October 12th. They tell us why this is the best fight in boxing. George also chats with Frazer Clarke, Ben Whittaker and Artur Beterbiev. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 - 200 - Chris Eubank EXCLUSIVE
George sits down with Chris Eubank Jr to discuss his career and what the future holds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 26 Sep 2024 - 199 - Devastating Dubois and where next for AJ
The boys are the last to leave Wembley as they discuss how Daniel Dubois managed to put AJ on the canvas multiple times on his way to beating the two-time champ. AJ's trainer Ben Davison is on the pod, as is Eddie Hearn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 22 Sep 2024 - 198 - Joshua v Dubois: The Big Preview featuring Frank Warren
George and Dec take the pod to the press conference ahead of AJ v Dubois this weekend. Queensberry boss Frank Warren joins the guys to tell us why his man Daniel Dubois will come out with the win. George takes us back to when he fought Carl Froch at a packed Wembley Stadium. And if that's not enough, Derek Chisora and Michael Buffer are also on the pod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 20 Sep 2024 - 197 - Q&A Special: Did George & Dec really come to blows after the live show?
George and Dec sit down for the first Q&A of the year and make their way through as many listener questions as humanly possible. From football to boxing, from hammerheads to the Grease Death Theory and the rumour that George and Dec came to blows at the live show. This one is not to be missed. Thanks for all your questions - be sure to keep in touch via our socials @ggboxingclub! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 31 Jul 2024 - 196 - HBT: Chisora wins o2 classic against Joyce
George and Dec look back at an epic night at the o2 where Dereck Chisora rolled back the years to edge a heavyweight slugfest. The boys are also joined by rising star and ECM Moses Itauma, who stopped Mariusz Wach inside two rounds on the undercard. For more from Moses, check out our in-depth interview with the teen ace here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-george-groves-boxing-club/id1636736514?i=1000622262618 To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 29 Jul 2024 - 195 - George Groves vs James DeGale | Rivalry, Career, Comeback fight!?
George Groves and James DeGale come together for a candid conversation about their legendary rivalry and the prospect of a comeback fight. For the first time since their unforgettable clash at the O2 Arena, these former British super-middleweight champions sit down to share their experiences and thoughts. Key Highlights: • Memories from their epic 2011 showdown • Personal reflections on their careers and rivalry • Honest discussion about a potential comeback fight • Views on the current super-middleweight division Join us for a fascinating chat where Groves and DeGale reminisce about their past battles and explore what the future might hold. Subscribe now and listen to two boxing legends discuss their journey and the excitement of possibly returning to the ring. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 - 194 - HBT RETURNS! Pauls finally settles the ultimate GGBC derby
George and Dec have finally put an end to their summer holidays in order to look back at the weekend when club legends Brad Pauls and Nathan Heaney collided for their British title rematch. After winning by 12th round TKO in Birmingham, Brad joins the boys to discuss the fight, his plans for a trilogy and the future of the global hammerhead shark population. George and Dec then look ahead to the all-British heavyweight clash between Joe Joyce and Dereck Chisora at the o2 Arena on Saturday and run the rule over the stacked undercard too. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 22 Jul 2024 - 193 - The GGBC Live at the Shepherd's Bush Empire (Part 2)
We're live at the Shepherd's Bush Empire for part two of the first-ever GGBC live show! Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 29 May 2024 - 192 - The GGBC Live at the Shepherd's Bush Empire (Part 1)
We're live at the Shepherd's Bush Empire for part one of the first-ever GGBC live show! Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 29 May 2024 - 191 - Taylor-Catterall Controversy Revisited
George Groves and Dec Taylor are joined this week by referee Ian John-Lewis. John-Lewis was downgraded for his scorecard in Josh Taylor’s fight with Jack Catterall back in February 2022. The undisputed light-welterweight clash saw Taylor awarded a split-decision victory and, ahead of their rematch, John-Lewis is here to give his side of the story. As the subject matter in this episode is a controversial topic, we have reached out to the British Boxing Board of Control but as yet they have not responded with a statement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 22 May 2024 - 190 - Fight Week: How Usyk Beats Fury
In our second tactical breakdown, George Groves and Dec Taylor analyse how Oleksandr Usyk can beat Tyson Fury on Saturday night in the first undisputed heavyweight title fight in 25 years. And no, we won’t be doing a third one about how it could be a draw. Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 15 May 2024 - 189 - Fight Week: How Fury Beats Usyk
In the first of two tactical breakdowns, George Groves and Dec Taylor analyse how Tyson Fury can beat Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday night in the first undisputed heavyweight title fight in 25 years. Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 14 May 2024 - 188 - HBT: Fury-Usyk | Everything you need to know
Fight week is here and George and Dec are back with a HBT to get you up to speed ahead of Saturday night. Dec is already in Saudi – with George flying out later in the week – and in this episode they run down everything you need to know as Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk enter the final phase of their preparation in Riyadh to crown the first undisputed Heavyweight champion since 1999. Get tickets for the GGBC LIVE SHOW, Froch-Groves III, on May 22nd: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Fancy some merch? Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 13 May 2024 - 187 - What’s it like to work for George Groves? The man behind the man
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Duncan Ross got George Groves into GQ magazine, back when boxers weren't in GQ magazine. They travelled everywhere together during the glory years, while Duncan did deals with Nike, Beats by Dre, EA Sports and probably the best hair transplant company in the world. This is a fascinating insight into what it’s like to work with a professional boxer, and how you manage the opportunities that come with it. Duncan has since set up @quattrosg and works with some of the biggest athletes and brands in the world. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 08 May 2024 - 186 - HBT: Canelo victorious in Vegas and more Ryan Garcia controversy
Get tickets for the GGBC LIVE SHOW, Froch-Groves III, on May 22nd: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George and Dec are here to bring some Bank Holiday joy to look back on Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez’s victory over Jaime Mungia in Vegas. Canelo beat his compatriot by a unanimous points decision in Vegas on Cinco de Mayo to retain his WBA, WBC, WBO and IBF super-middleweight titles. Elsewhere, the fallout from Ryan Garcia’s controversial victory over Devin Haney continues after the American fighter denied taking performance-enhancing steroids before his April victory. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 06 May 2024 - 185 - Louis Greene: The best podcast guest you’ve heard in ages
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 In this episode, Louis Greene is one of our favourite ever guests, complete with a fake doorman’s licence from the Harry Potter film set. He talks to George and Dec about dealing with post fight emotions, his upbringing, working on a metal yard and having his first kid at sixteen. Plus a great story about the time he knocked someone out during his first gym session. You’ll love this episode. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 01 May 2024 - 184 - William Crolla: I’m not just Anthony’s brother (and I preferred James DeGale)
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 In this episode, James DeGale fan William Crolla wants to make the Boxing News list of prospects to watch out for, and stepping out of his brother’s shadow is his next big move. William talks about big nights in Manchester, watching as a fan, turning pro, getting ready for TV, and now being trained by his world champion brother Anthony Crolla. Plus, you guessed it, a great quiz about boxing brothers. The best feature we’ve ever done? Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 183 - HBT: Ryan Garcia beats Devin Haney in a New York classic
George and Dec are back to dissect Ryan Garcia’s dramatic points victory over Devin Haney in Brooklyn. Garcia, written off by almost everyone prior to the fight, missed the weight for the contest so didn’t walk away with the belt – how much did his erratic behaviour in the build-up work affect Haney? Elsewhere, Sam Noakes won the vacant European lightweight title over Yvan Mendy at York Hall to take his record to 14-0. And with the GGBC Live Show just ONE MONTH AWAY, George and Dec have visited the Shepherd’s Bush Empire to start making plans. Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 182 - Denzel Bentley | Don’t call it a comeback
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Denzel Bentley is moving on from Nathan Heaney’s performance of the year, and is on the way back. However, he’s not interested in racking up easy wins. He opens up about how you bounce back from defeat, takes on the best feature we’ve ever done, and takes us inside a Las Vegas world title fight week. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 181 - HBT: Supersonic Ellie Scotney is the unified World Champ!
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are back with a classic HBT to reflect on an incredible win for Ellie Scotney which saw her become unified World Champion. ECM Scotney beat Segolene Lefebvre on points to add the WBO belt to her IBF Super-Bantamweight title. Topping the bill in Manchester, Zelfa Barrett beat Jordan Gill in an all-British clash – but was it stopped too early? George was at York Hall on Friday to see Charlie Edwards beat George Ory and elsewhere, we debate whether there is anything better than a banana milkshakes, ask which promotor is putting on the best cards and start planning the GGBC live show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 180 - “Hagler-Hearns, have a look at that!” | Ian Darke
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Ian Darke is one of the voices of boxing, and he’s in the club for his stories about Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali, Sugar Ray Leonard, Evander Holyfield and Don King. There are legendary tales of Atlantic City and Las Vegas, how you commentate on the biggest nights and land the big name interviews with heavyweights nobody else can get access to. Plus his memories of commentating live on the best opening round anyone has ever seen between Marvin Hagler and Thomas Hearns. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 10 Apr 2024 - 179 - From the Premier League to York Hall | Life lessons with Leon McKenzie
George Groves and Dec Taylor are back with former Premier League striker and pro-boxer Leon McKenzie to talk about dealing with pressure and the differences between boxing and football. The nephew of three-weight World Champ Duke McKenzie, son of Clinton McKenzie, Leon grew up in a boxing family but enjoyed a successful career as a professional footballer for Crystal Palace, Peterborough, Norwich, Coventry and many more before making his in-ring debut just 6 months after retiring. Currently a mentor at Crystal Palace he continues to straddle the two sports. In this episode he talks about living with depression, has advice for boxers who are struggling and the importance of talking about mental health. GET TICKETS FOR THE LIVE SHOW 'FROCH-GROVES III' ON MAY 22nd HERE: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 It’s the first ever GGBC live event and we want as many of you there as possible as George Groves and Carl Froch settle it once and for all... in podcast form. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub Watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 03 Apr 2024 - 178 - HBT: Wardley v Clarke like a zombie movie | More Whittaker showboating
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke put on a British heavyweight classic in front of 13,000 people at the O2. George Groves and Dec Taylor are here for the analysis, plus a heated debate on the best Easter egg available today. It was all kicking off between Viddal Riley, Isaac Chamberlain and Chev Clarke, and Ben Whittaker is back to divide opinion as he ringwalks with Diversity (remember them?) and showboats his way to another win. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 177 - The King Of The Small Halls | Boxing is a headache
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 How do you make money from a small hall show? It sounds stressful to be honest. George Groves and Dec Taylor are joined by 14 veteran promoter Steve Goodwin for a deep dive into how small hall boxing shows work, and often don’t work. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 176 - HBT: Dalton Smith stops Jose Zepeda, Matchroom v Queensberry news and Center Parcs wi-fi
GET TICKETS FOR THE LIVE SHOW 'FROCH-GROVES III' ON MAY 22nd HERE: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 It’s the first ever GGBC live event as George Groves and Carl Froch settle it once and for all... in podcast form live at the Shepherd's Bush Empire. George Groves is on holiday but he can’t resist dissecting the weekend’s action with Dec Taylor. The pair reflect on Dalton Smith’s impressive victory over Jose Zepeda and discuss what comes next. Elsewhere, ECM Campbell Hatton was in action, there was some Friday night ABA action and we get an important news update regarding the Matchroom v Queenbury 5v5 card. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 175 - The Perfect Kit | Designing shorts for Mayweather, Joshua and Stallone
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 What makes the perfect kit? And how much is Floyd Mayweather willing to pay for it? George Groves and Dec Taylor are joined by Fight Label’s Sophie Whittam to talk about how you design boxing shorts for the biggest names in our sport. Floyd Mayweather, Anthony Joshua, Gennady Golovkin, Katie Taylor, CBS, Ben Whittaker, Derek Chisora, Adam Azim and KSI all message Sophie when they need new kit. If you can remember a pair of shorts, Sophie probably made them. She’s also got a great story about the first time she met Sylvester Stallone. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 174 - HBT: Was Nathan Heaney v Brad Pauls the fight of the year?
GET TICKETS FOR THE LIVE SHOW 'FROCH-GROVES III' ON MAY 22nd HERE: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 It’s the first ever GGBC live event and we want as many of you there as possible as George Groves and Carl Froch settle it once and for all... in podcast form. George and Dec Taylor are back to reflect on the weekend’s action including an ECB derby between Nathan Heaney and Brad Pauls that is an early contender for Fight of the Year. Headlining the Magnificent Seven card in Birmingham Heaney and Pauls ended in a split draw while Joe Joyce was back to winning ways. Elsewhere, George offers a unique solution to the late finish time, there is some Futurama/Simposons chat and a lot of praise for the cleanliness of Telford. No trash talk here. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 173 - What’s it like sparring with Mike Tyson? | Joe Egan
GET TICKETS FOR THE LIVE SHOW 'FROCH-GROVES III' HERE: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 It’s the first ever GGBC live event and we want as many of you there as possible as George and Carl Froch settle it once and for all... in podcast form. George Groves & Dec Taylor are joined this week by the actor and former Irish Heavyweight Joe Egan aka The Toughest White Man On The Planet. Joe is most famous for his legendary stories from his time as Mike Tyson’s sparring partner – and he does not disappoint here. Joe reveals all about spending years in the Tyson camp including a side rarely seen by the vast majority, his own pro career and what he updates us on the potential clash with John Fury. Let’s get it on. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 13 Mar 2024 - 172 - HBT: Joshua KOs Ngannou… is Tyson Fury next?
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are here with all the fallout to Anthony Joshua’s stunning KO of Francis Ngannou. It took a long time for the Knockout Chaos to arrive in Riyadh, but Joshua made light work of former MMA Champion Ngannou in front of a star studded crowd featuring Jose Mourinho, Ronaldo and - AJ’s potential future opponent - Tyson Fury. Was this AJ back to his best? What is next for the Brit and what is next for Ngannou? They break down the rest of the card, looking back on Joseph Parker’s victory over Zhilei Zhang, Nick Ball’s controversial split draw and loads more. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 171 - GGBC Special: All about AJ
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 We continue our big week at the GGBC looking ahead to Friday’s clash between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou in Riyadh with a special episode all about AJ. George Groves and Dec Taylor reflect on a turbulent few years for Joshua – featuring dizzying highs and terrible lows – and they talk about how those experiences have changed him and made him the fighter he is today in 2024. They discuss whether he needs to embrace ‘the old AJ’, who he fights next if he beats Ngannou and whether he has to retire is he loses. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 06 Mar 2024 - 170 - GGBC Special: How does Ngannou beat AJ?
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 It’s a big week for the GGBC as we look ahead to Friday’s clash between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou in Riyadh. In this episode George Groves and Dec Taylor lift the lid on the 0-1 ex-UFC champion, Francis Ngannou, and discuss whether he can beat Joshua and if he does, what that means for boxing. His is a fascinating back story and, as Tyson Fury saw last time out, must not be underestimated. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 05 Mar 2024 - 169 - HBT: AJ vs Ngannou preview plus Ray Ford via Telford
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are here to look back at the weekend’s action but also kick off a bumper week of GGBC episodes as we preview Anthony Joshua-Francis Ngannou in Riyadh on Friday night. Make sure you follow and subscribe wherever you get your pods so you don’t miss an episode. George tells us all about his trip to Telford to see Germany’s Abass Baraou beat Sam Eggington to take the vacant European super-welterweight title on Friday and we discuss Ray Ford’s dramatic victory over Otabek Kholmatov with just 7 seconds left in the final round. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 04 Mar 2024 - 168 - Johnny Harris Part 2: This Is England, Usyk and being the first one in and last one out
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are back again with acclaimed British actor Johnny Harris. This is a GGBC Seeing Stars two-parter. Make sure you listen to Part 1 first. Star and writer of 2017 boxing film Jawbone - inspired by Johnny’s experiences as a teenage ABA champion – he talks to Dec & George about the art of story-telling, working with Shane Meadows and the importance of hard work. This is a thought provoking and philosophical look at the appeal of boxing and a fascinating insight into the creative process of filmmaking. Here is the trailer for Jawbone if you haven’t already seen it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lsnYP-8zd4 Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 01 Mar 2024 - 167 - Johnny Harris Part 1: Jawbone, filming realistic fight scenes and working with my heroes
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are joined this episode by acclaimed British actor Johnny Harris. Star and writer of 2017 boxing film Jawbone - inspired by Johnny’s experiences as a teenage ABA champion – he talks to Dec & George about about how to film fight scenes realistic and working with the likes of Ray Winstone and Paul Weller. He talks about the primal attraction of the sport, the “terror” of York Hall and that transition from the ring to the stage. It is a thought provoking and philosophical look at boxing and a fascinating insight into the creative process of filmmaking. Another instant GGBC Hall of Famer. This is a GGBC Seeing Stars two-parter. Part 2 is available right now. Enjoy! Here is the trailer for Jawbone if you haven’t already seen it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lsnYP-8zd4 Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 01 Mar 2024 - 166 - Don McRae: A masterclass in writing about boxing
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 Another week, another bonafide boxing legend joins the club! It’s a bumper episode as George Groves and Dec Taylor are joined by journalist and author Don McRae. The brilliant mind behind genre defining books including Dark Trade, in this episode Don shares incredible stories about spending time with the likes of Mike Tyson, Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk and breaks down about the art of writing books and how to get the most of interviews. He explains how his upbringing in South Africa set him up for a life in boxing and writing, gives Dec some tips on what makes a great story and talks to George about the value in open and honest conversations with athletes. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Merch? Other cool stuff? Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub Check out The Ringwalk on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 28 Feb 2024 - 165 - HBT: What next for Canelo, Benn, Wilder and more?
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III LIVE ON STAGE here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are back to reflect on a slow(ish) start to the boxing year but have updates on what’s next for big names including Connor Benn, Terence Crawford, Deontay Wilder, Gervtona Davis and, of course, Anthony Joshua-Francis Ngannou on Friday 8 March. We touch on the weekend’s fights, where Edgar Berlanga stopped the previously undefeated Padraig McCrory in Florida to put himself in line to fight Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez next. Despite the lack of real movement elsewhere, it’s another huge week for the GGBC – we’ll be back on Wednesday with an epic episode with another legend joining the club before a classic Seeing Stars on Friday. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 164 - Britain's most talked about boxer | Ben Whittaker
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage here: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are joined by the most talked about boxer in Britain, Ben Whittaker, to discuss the ‘s’ word… showboating. Whittaker broke the internet after clips of his recent victory over Khalid Graidia went viral. As well as DMs of support from A-listers, he received a lot of negativity about his style and perceived lack of respect. In this episode he responds to those critics and explains his thought process during those electric moments in the ring. It is a great listen with one of British boxing’s biggest rising stars with a word smash for the ages. This is a GGBC Hall of Famer. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 163 - John Ryder | Why it’s time to stop
Get tickets for Froch-Groves III, live on stage: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3 George Groves and Dec Taylor are joined by history maker John Ryder who becomes the first guest to enter the club three times. After defeat to Jaime Munguia, John explains why the time has to come to finish fighting. He’s one of our favourite guests, and the club wishes him all the best in his next career as a trainer. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 162 - Froch-Groves III TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
Tickets for the first ever George Groves Boxing Club live event are now on sale! Click the link to get involved: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3/ 10 years since their historic fight at Wembley, Carl Froch is joining George and Dec on stage to settle this once and for all… in podcast form. Froch-Groves III Wednesday 22nd May 2024 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London In this special episode, George and Dec start brainstorming ideas for the big day but we want your help. Let us know your suggestions by getting involved with the socials via @ggboxingclub. See you at the Shepherd’s Bush Empire on Wednesday 22nd May! It's a decade in the making and it is going to be BIG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 09 Feb 2024 - 161 - Big Mo: The art of being a ring announcer
FROCH-GROVES III Pre-sale link: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3presale/ Pre-sale tickets to the first ever GGBC live event are available on Wednesday 7th February using the link above. To mark 10 years since their historic fight at Wembley, George Groves and Dec Taylor will be joined onstage by Carl Froch at the Shepherd’s Bush Empire on Wednesday May 22nd. Because you listen to the podcast, you get access before anyone else. We want to see as many Elite Club Members there in person. Get involved. In this episode, George and Dec are joined by one of the most recognisable voices in boxing – Big Mo. He spells out the do’s and don’ts of ring announcing, breaks down exactly what the job entails and even tries to give George some tips. Will he make the grade? Only one way to find out... It’s one of the most requested episode topics since starting the pod and Big Mo does not disappoint. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 160 - HBT: Fury-Usyk OFF but Froch-Groves III CONFIRMED!
FROCH-GROVES III pre-sale link: https://www.tegeurope.com/events/frochgroves3presale/ Huge news! We are extremely excited to announce our first ever GGBC live event. To mark 10 years since their historic fight at Wembley, George Groves and Dec Taylor will be joined onstage by Carl Froch at the Shepherd’s Bush Empire on Wednesday May 22nd. GGBC listeners can click on the pre-sale link above to make sure they are the first to know when tickets are available. Keep your eyes peeled for more information this week. We want to see as many Elite Club Members there in person. As well as that big news, George and Dec are here to discuss the fall out after the postponement of Tyson Fury’s undisputed heavyweight title bout with Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh. We also reflect on Joshua Buatsi’s victory over Dan Azeez, Connor Benn’s win in Vegas and pay tribute to Carl Weathers. RIP Apollo Creed. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 05 Feb 2024 - 159 - What does a cuts man really do? | Mick Williamson
Legendary cut man Mick Williamson is in the club to explain all about one of the most iconic and trusted roles in the sport. In this episode he tells George and Dec what really goes on in the corner between rounds; Who calls the shots in that frantic 60 seconds? What do you say to a boxer who is cut wide open? How do you get booked for a fight? What are the must haves in a cuts man’s tool kit? And the million dollar question - where can you buy adrenaline? Mick reflects on decades in the game and being on hand to stitch up George as well as the likes of Ricky Hatton, David Haye and many more. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Looking for the tree of links? It’s here: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub Check out our Ringwalk playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 31 Jan 2024 - 158 - HBT: Ryder stopped by Munguia, Buatsi v Azeez, and Conor Benn is back!
George Groves and Dec Taylor bask in the glory of their Kano interview and analyse John Ryder’s tough fight in Phoenix on Saturday night. The elite club member was dropped four times by the unbeaten Jaime Munguia, and was eventually stopped in the ninth round. The club previews a big weekend for Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez, and Conor Benn’s return to the ring. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 - 157 - Kano: My love of boxing, life after Top Boy and making music again
Pioneer of the British rap scene, star of Top Boy and new film The Kitchen, Kano is the latest huge name to join the club. Kano, George and Dec compare and contrast boxing with the film industry and discuss what it’s like watching old performances back – on the screen or in the ring. Kano – a long time listener to the pod - talks about his journey from pirate radio to stardom, his friendship with CBS and what it’s like to have someone ring walk to one of your tracks. We also make another dream fight and George and Dec try to cast themselves in a future boxing film. This is an instant Seeing Stars classic episode. FINAL CHANCE TO VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ Watch Kano in ‘The Kitchen’ on Netflix now. It’s great. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Looking for the tree of links? It’s here: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub Check out our Ringwalk playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 26 Jan 2024 - 156 - Josh Pritchard: Bouncing back as a coach after my shock retirement
FINAL CHANCE TO VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ This week George and Dec are joined by Josh Pritchard, assistant trainer to Shane McGuigan, whos promising career was halted after a shock brain scan result forced him into early retirement. This is an inspirational story about not giving up and Josh explains all about that transition from fighter to coach, dealing with that disappointment of no longer being able to box and how he has made it as a key figure in one of the most respected stables in the game. He talks about working with Lee Cutler, CBS and Ellie Scotney and has an incredible story about a trip to Vegas with George. You don’t want to miss this one. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Looking for the tree of links? It’s here: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub Check out our Ringwalk playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 24 Jan 2024 - 155 - HBT: Matchroom v Queensberry dream fights, Jonas retains and a Ryder insider
George Groves and Dec Taylor go stateside to speak to John Ryder’s S&C coach ahead of his fight with unbeaten Jaime Munguia in Phoenix. The club reviews Natasha Jonas’s epic win over Mikaela Mayer in Liverpool, and picks our dream fights now that Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn have signed up for a ‘five v five’ Saudi card. Suggest yours using @ggboxingclub on socials or by emailing ggboxingclub@crowdnetwork.co.uk For Dan Lawrence’s January Kickstart Series, click here: https://join.perform365.life/january-kickstart-series Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 154 - Colin Hart: My life with Muhammad Ali and the Four Kings
It’s another bumper episode as we welcome boxing royalty into the GGBC – one of the most respected names in sports journalism - Colin Hart. Colin has sat ringside at some of the biggest fights in history and here he tells George and Dec all about his life following some of the greatest to ever do it, in an era of unparalleled access. If you want stories of Ali, George Foreman, Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran, Thomas Hearns and Marvin Hagler – this is the episode for you. So sit back, relax and listen to one of the greats. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Looking for the tree of links? It’s here: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub Check out our Ringwalk playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 153 - HBT: Beterbiev on fire, Hatton on ice and our dream fights for 2024
Beterbiev on fire, Hatton on ice and our dream fights for 2024 George Groves reviews Artur Berbetiev’s knockout win over Callum Smith in Quebec and Dec Taylor tells the greatest goat story ever told. Ricky Hatton is back in action, this time on Dancing on Ice, and we pick our dream fights for 2024. And the Shreds group on Strava is popping off. Huge respect for everyone who’s still bringing it in week three of January. Keep going, and keep sending your messages in to @ggboxingclub on socials. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 15 Jan 2024 - 152 - Tunde Ajayi: Building a boxer from the ground up
Another week, another huge guest for the GGBC! Anthony Yarde’s trainer Tunde Ajayi is here to tell George and Dec how to mould a boxer from a raw talent into an elite level fighter. Known for his unique methods and approach, Tunde - AKA The Dentist - talks through his training dossier, the influence of Floyd Mayweather and what he really thinks about sparring. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Looking for the tree of links? It’s here: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub Check out our Ringwalk playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 10 Jan 2024 - 151 - HBT: Joshua v Ngannou CONFIRMED!
George and Dec are back for the first HBT of 2024 to react to the HUGE news that Anthony Joshua will face Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia in March. As the dust settles on December’s Day of Reckoning in Riyadh, they debate what this means for AJ and the former UFC star Ngannou. They also discuss Katie Taylor, Deontay Wilder and look ahead to Callum Smith who takes on Artur Beterbiev this weekend. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 08 Jan 2024 - 150 - Mike Skinner Part 2: Making a dream fight with Ed Sheeran
Mike Skinner AKA The Streets is the latest big name to join the GGBC. This is Part 2 – make sure you listen to Part 1 first. Don’t mug yourself. The Streets released The Darker The Shadow The Brighter The Light in October; Skinner’s first new music in over 12 years and an accompanying film of the same name. Here Mike talks to George and Dec about writing a hit, the advantages of being young and arrogant when performing and he makes one of the all-time great Seeing Stars fights with one of the biggest names in music. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub We’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And remember - you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 05 Jan 2024 - 149 - Mike Skinner Part 1: Why rapping and boxing are more similar than you think
Mike Skinner AKA The Streets is the latest big name to join the GGBC in our first Seeing Stars episode of 2024. The Streets released The Darker The Shadow The Brighter The Light in October; Skinner’s first new music in over 12 years and an accompanying film of the same name. As well as discussing comebacks, Mike, George and Dec discuss the art of performance and stagecraft, comparing the similarities between boxing and music. We touch on crowd surfing, Amir Khan and puking up in the ring. This is a bumper two parter with both episodes available now. Let’s push things forward. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 05 Jan 2024 - 148 - Josh Warrington: How to build a fanbase using MSN Messenger, coach trips and football clubs
We’re starting 2024 with a bang as we welcome two-time world champion Josh Warrington to the GGBC! One of the most requested guests, Josh is here to tell George and Dec all about building a fanbase; from hand delivering tickets around Leeds to fighting at Elland Road – the home of his beloved Leeds United - this is a story of graft, passion and dreaming big. With a difficult 2023 consigned to the history books, Josh plots the future - including a potential rematch with Leigh Wood - and we also see the welcome return of a much loved GGBC quiz format. This is a must listen for any young fighter. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 03 Jan 2024 - 147 - GGBC Selection Box Part 2 ft. Ricky Hatton, Barry Jones & Johnny Fisher
One last episode for 2023? Fine. George and Dec have put together a selection box of our favourite guests from the year! In this episode, you’ll hear from Viddal Riley, Barry Jones, Johnny Fisher, Big John Fisher, Lewis van “Poochi” Poetsch, and Ricky Hatton. If you haven’t already, check out part one with Chris Billam-Smith, Ellie Scotney, Ebanie Bridges, Jai Opetaia, Frank Warren, Eddie Hearn, Ben Shalom, Nathan Heaney, John Ryder, and Brandon Scott. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 27 Dec 2023 - 146 - GGBC Selection Box Part 1 ft. Eddie Hearn, Frank Warren & Ebanie Bridges
What’s this? One final present in the bottom of your stocking from Father Grovesmas? George and Dec have rolled out of their food comas to relive an epic 2023 for the GGBC. From kicking the year off with Shreds to making our on-screen debuts, all whilst taking a small detour in Dexico, we couldn’t have done it without you: the Elite Club Members. So we’ve put together a special Christmas gift. A selection box of our favourite guests from the year! In part one, you’ll hear from Chris Billam-Smith, Ellie Scotney, Ebanie Bridges, Jai Opetaia, Frank Warren, Eddie Hearn, Ben Shalom, Nathan Heaney, John Ryder, and Brandon Scott. In part two, you’ll hear from Viddal Riley, Barry Jones, Johnny Fisher, Big John Fisher, Lewis van “Poochi” Poetsch, and Ricky Hatton. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-combat-sports-podcast/ Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 27 Dec 2023 - 145 - The GGBC Awards 2023!
This is the big one. The one they’ve all been waiting for… the second annual GGBC Awards! George and Dec are suited and booted – kind of – to reflect on an incredible year of boxing and announce the winners of some of the most prestigious awards on the planet including Fight of the Year, Breakout Star of the Year, Story of the Year and the jewel in the crown; Elite Club Member of the Year. Who will be taking home an early Christmas present? Will anyone cry during their acceptance speech? And who will have to smile and clap politely as their name is not read out? A massive thank you from everyone at GGBC to all of you who voted for the winners. VOTE FOR THE GGBC TO WIN A SPORTS PODCAST AWARD HERE: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/george-groves-boxing-club/ Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 20 Dec 2023 - 144 - HBT: Does Joshua beat Wallin? Sunny gets stopped and Jake Paul knocks out an actual boxer
Want merch for Christmas? Treat yourself here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Dec’s Christmas tree is flashing as he talks to George about Anthony Joshua v Otto Wallin and Deontay Wilder v Joseph Parker, as well as everybody else who’s on the Saudi supercard this Saturday night. The club reviews Sunny Edwards’s unification fight against Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez, and Jake Paul’s latest win - this time against a real boxer. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 18 Dec 2023 - 143 - BOSH! Big John Fisher on the perfect Chinese takeaway, selling tickets and Christmas dinners
With Christmas fast approaching the GGBC has delivered an early present - a Seeing Stars episode with internet superstar Big John Fisher. Father of heavyweight contender and ECM Johnny Fisher, Big John talks about how he uses his platform to build that fanbase, raise Johnny’s profile and the graft that goes into selling tickets. We look at the origin story of the phenomenon that is “Bosh!”, discuss the pros and cons of being a recognisable face on social media and, of course, go in depth on Chinese takeaway orders and what time we should all be eating Christmas dinner. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub We’ve got GGBC merch here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Check out our Ringwalk playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And remember - you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 5pm every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 15 Dec 2023 - 142 - Frazer Clarke: Lessons learnt on my journey from amateur boxing
Olympic medallist Frazer Clarke is in the club to talk about some of the lessons learnt on his journey from amateur boxing as he looks to fulfil his goal of reaching the top of the heavyweight division. We look back at his Team GB days, hear what it was like facing a young Anthony Joshua and reflect on Clarke’s experience of being in-ring security for some huge fights. Clarke also gives his side of the story regarding the controversial collapse of his much-anticipated fight with Fabio Wardley. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub Stuck for Xmas presents? We’ve got GGBC merch here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Check out our Ringwalk playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f And remember - you can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 5pm every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 13 Dec 2023 - 141 - HBT: CBS still champ after Bournemouth’s best ever weekend
Want merch for Christmas? Treat yourself here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ George and Dec have been in Bournemouth to watch elite club member Chris Billam-Smith defend his world title against Mateusz Masternak. The fight was waved off at the start of round eight, and George and Dec have all the analysis you need. Plus Devin Haney beats Regis Prograis in San Francisco and Tony Bellew beats Nigel Farage (but not Sam Thompson) in the jungle. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 11 Dec 2023 - 140 - Ellie Scotney Returns: The day I won the world title
This week we welcome Ellie “The Cockney” Scotney BACK into the club to reflect on the biggest night of her career – her world title victory! Scotney defeated Cherneka Johnson in June to win the IBF super-bantamweight title in just her seventh professional fight and here she tells George & Dec all about that incredible fight at Wembley. A year after her first appearance on the GGBC, Scotney’s title win is further proof that dreams do come true for guests that come on the show. It's not called "the dream factory" for nothing. We talk about what the future holds, unification possibilities and - most importantly - did she bring in her belt? Listen and find out. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub If you want GGBC merch, click here: ttps://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ You can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 5pm every Wednesday. And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 06 Dec 2023 - 139 - HBT: Is Jordan Gill the most elite club member ever? Plus Groves-Froch 3 news!
George has turned promoter and is plotting a huge GGBC event for next year. The breaking news is that he’s working hard to get tickets on sale for Groves-Froch 3: This Time It’s Personal. He’s booked Dec, but hasn’t got a venue yet, or any content ideas. What can go wrong? The club analyses Jordan Gill’s impressive win over Michael Conlan as two elite club members go head to head for the first time ever. We chat Ryan Garcia who’s back to winning ways, and all roads lead to Bournemouth this week for Chris Billam-Smith’s world title defence. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 04 Dec 2023 - 138 - Being the underdog and winning against the odds | Nathan Heaney
How do you mentally prepare when nobody gives you a chance? Man of the moment Nathan Heaney joins the club to reflect on his against-the-odds victory to become the new British middleweight champion. Cheered on by thousands of Stokies, Heaney was the 12/1 outsider against Denzel Bentley in Manchester earlier this month and in this episode we explore the underdog mindset. How can you use it to your advantage? What effect does it have on your opponent? And what does it feel like when – finally - your name is announced as the winner. Nathan talks about his dream of a world title shot at Stoke City’s stadium and suggests the least surprising ring walk playlist addition of all time. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub If you want GGBC merch, click here: ttps://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ You can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 5pm every Wednesday. And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 29 Nov 2023 - 137 - HBT: Katie Taylor back on top and Benavidez calls out Canelo
How bout that? George and Dec analyse Katie Taylor’s epic victory over Chantelle Cameron which led to the Irishwoman becoming a two-weight undisputed champion. Across the pond, David Benavidez beat Demetrius Andrade to set up a mouthwatering bout against Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez. Check out our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ggboxingclub If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 27 Nov 2023 - 136 - ‘Froch v Groves 1’ Watchalong | 10 Year Anniversary Special
It’s finally here, the Groves-Frochalong! To mark 10 years to the day since the epic ‘Froch v Groves 1’ contest, we are reliving the fight in real time, round-by-round, in our first ever GGBC watchalong episode. George was the mandatory challenger back in 2013 as he faced Carl Froch for the WBA and IBF super-middleweight titles in Manchester. Booed into the arena and cheered on the way out, this remains one of the most dramatic and controversial fights in British boxing history – you don’t want to miss this one. If you want to listen to the pod while watching the fight on another screen, use this Matchroom Boxing YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33YIVhFlrKw Or you can watch George and Dec AND the full fight on the Boxing News YouTube channel. To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub If you want GGBC merch, click here: ttps://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ You can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 5pm every Wednesday. And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 23 Nov 2023 - 135 - Carl Froch: "The fight could have definitely gone on" | GGBC Archive
George has gone digging in the GGBC archives and dusted off this conversation with Carl Froch as we mark 10 years since their first fight in Manchester. And remember, on Thursday 23 November there will be a special GGBC watchalong of that fight - so keep your eyes and ears peeled for more information on that. In this special archive episode, George, Dec and Carl reflect on one of the most dramatic and controversial fights in British boxing history with both fighters giving their opinion on the build-up, the fight, the stoppage and the aftermath. If you haven't already, go back and listen to the whole interview; it was so good it was a two-parter! To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub If you want GGBC merch, click here: ttps://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ You can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 5pm every Wednesday. And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 22 Nov 2023 - 134 - HBT: Eddie and Frank's first meeting, Stallone, Azim and Heaney's breakout performance
It’s 10 years since George Groves was robbed in Manchester against Carl ‘The Frog’ Froch. To mark the occasion we’ve got three episodes this week, including our first ever watch-along episode on Thursday morning. You’ll always remember your first ever GGBC watch-along (Froch-along), so make sure you free up an hour on Thursday to be part of it. In this episode we review Adam Azim in Wolverhampton and Nathan Heaney in Manchester, plus Dec has been to more heavyweight press conferences as Saudi Arabia keep pumping the money into dream fights and stacked cards. Does George regret his Fury retirement prediction? And what actually happened when Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren had their first ever meeting? We have theories. If you want GGBC merch, click here: ttps://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub You can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 6pm every Wednesday. And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 20 Nov 2023 - 133 - Ben Shalom: On his minerals, Big Narstie and the biggest mistake he’s ever made
The youngest promoter in the game is now an elite club member. BOXXER CEO Ben Shalom joins George and Dec for the longest interview he’s ever given, covering the early days working out of an estate agent to running huge events for Sky Sports and having fights fall apart at the last minute because the BOXXER curse is real. What’s the biggest mistake he’s ever made? Will he bite on questions about Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren? And what does he think the future of the sport looks like? And he takes part in the best feature we’ve ever done. If you want GGBC merch, click here: ttps://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub You can now watch the GGBC on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 6pm every Wednesday. And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 15 Nov 2023 - 132 - HBT: Joshua and Wilder on the same night! And Harlem Eubank is Groves-esque in Brighton
George and Dec have been to Brighton to watch Harlem Eubank’s latest win, with Chris Eubank Snr in his corner. We preview Adam Azim’s latest big night on Sky, ask whether Joe Cordina is in the UK’s pound for pound top 5, and Dec has all the latest news about Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder and a stacked Christmas card in Saudi Arabia. If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 13 Nov 2023 - 131 - The Return of CBS: What happens after the biggest night of your life?
Chris Billam-Smith is exercising his right to return to the club, as is the way for any world champion ECM. He’s plotting his path to Vegas, and goes into great detail about his world title fight with Lawrence Okolie earlier this year. You can watch this episode on the Boxing News YouTube channel at 5pm on Wednesday. To sign up to Nord VPN, click here: https://nordvpn.com/GGBC If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 08 Nov 2023 - 130 - Ring IQ: The day I got shot
And just when you thought the GGBC couldn't get any better, we bring you Ring IQ! In this bonus series we'll be giving you snapshots from all our episodes about specific aspects of the fight game. This week we look back at our episode with Frank Warren as he unpacks what could've been a fatal night for him on the wrong side of the bullet. If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 03 Nov 2023 - 129 - Is strength and conditioning really that important? | Enzo Maccarinelli
So how does one become the fittest on fight night? Well, former WBO cruiserweight world champion Enzo Maccarinelli tells us about his brutal training routine growing up in order to become one of the fittest in the game. He speaks to George and Dec about training with Enzo Calzaghe (father of Joe), 15 round spar sessions, his BIG fights against the likes of David Haye and what he does now passing on his knowledge to the younger generations. If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 01 Nov 2023 - 128 - HBT: Will Tyson Fury ever fight again? And is Ngannou a boxer now?
Tyson Fury survives and wins a split decision, but George thinks this might be the end for the heavyweight champion of the world. Fury was knocked down in the third round as Francis Ngannou shocked the world and maybe should have won? George gets up to open the club at 6am and speak to Dec who hasn’t been to bed in Saudi Arabia after one of the most bizarre nights in boxing history. What does it mean for boxing? What does it mean for Usyk? And what about the MMA trolls? If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 29 Oct 2023 - 127 - Sau Bout That: Battle of the baddest | Fury vs Ngannou preview
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ So with the biggest combat sports event of the year fast approaching, George and Dec discuss the HUGE clash between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. Will boxing prevail or will MMA put a spanner in the works? Not only are two world-renowned titans taking to the main stage but the undercard is looking pretty tasty too with Fabio Wardley and David Adeleye in action. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 26 Oct 2023 - 126 - How to become a world class agent | Dean Baker
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ How hard can it be to represent some of the top athletes in sport...well, agent Dean Baker is in the club to tell us what it's all about. Dean speaks about putting on accents to gain an edge, what it was like working with our very own George Groves, the difference between footballers and boxers and some of his biggest deals. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 25 Oct 2023 - 125 - HBT: Joshua’s infinite darkness and Dec’s off to Saudi for Fury
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Why would Anthony Joshua sit in the dark for four days? Well George and Dec are unpick the story alongside look ahead to the MEGA fight out in Saudi (which Dec is off to) as well as talking about the all action from the weekend including Isaac Chamberlain's monumental win against Mikael Lawal. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 23 Oct 2023 - 124 - Ring IQ: The moment I knew I had to retire
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ And just when you thought the GGBC couldn't get any better, we bring you Ring IQ! In this bonus series we'll be giving you snapshots from all our episodes about specific aspects of the fight game. This week we look back at our episode with Carl Froch and the moment he knew it was the end of the road. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 20 Oct 2023 - 123 - Why does everybody chase the American dream? | Hamzah Sheeraz
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ So what is the American dream and how do you make it big in the States...as a Brit. Well, WBC Silver middleweight champion is in the club to tell us about his journey across the pond. Hamzah talks to George and Dec about his first time walking into an American gym, mixing it with champions, training with the brutal heat and his key takeaways from what he learnt through his time away. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 18 Oct 2023 - 122 - Is YouTube the future of boxing? | Viddal Riley
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ In the club this week we have a YouTube boxer...well kind of. Currently holder of the English cruiserweight title, Viddal Riley joins George and Dec this week to talk about his route into the YouTube world, his relationship with KSI and how he manages to balance life as a pro boxer and an internet sensation. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 11 Oct 2023 - 121 - HBT: Was Warrington wrongfully stopped and where does Leigh Wood go from here?
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ After a thrilling world title clash between two fine featherweights in Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington, George and Dec take a look at the controversy that erupted over the weekend. Could Warrington have continued? Would Leigh Wood still have won? All these questions and more are discussed by the boys who also look ahead to the next steps for both fighters. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 09 Oct 2023 - 120 - Ring IQ: What is a purse bid?
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ And just when you thought the GGBC couldn't get any better, we bring you Ring IQ! In this bonus series we'll be giving you snapshots from all our episodes about specific aspects of the fight game. This week we revisit Frank Smith and head inside the vault to find out about purse bids. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 06 Oct 2023 - 119 - What is a counterpuncher? | Michael Conlan
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ What exactly is counterpunching? Well, in the club this week is former interim WBA featherweight champion Michael Conlan to unpack the art of the counterpuncher. Michael speaks to George and Dec about the techniques needed to counter your opponent, what happens when similar styles come face to face, a 37-shot combo against Karim Guerfi and his attempts at winning a world title. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 04 Oct 2023 - 118 - HBT: Would Groves dethrone king Canelo?
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Jermell Charlo couldn't cause an upset in Vegas...so king Canelo continues his reign. Not only was there action over in the US but a cruiserweight world title fight at Wembley alongside action for elite club members Ellie Scotney and Caroline Dubois, so, of course George and Dec trawl through all the talking points in this week's How Bout That. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 02 Oct 2023 - 117 - Canelo vs Charlo preview: With Dec live in Vegas
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Once again king Canelo is back in the ring but this time his challenger poses a much bigger threat. In this snapshot preview episode, George and Dec unpick the big clash incoming this weekend between two undisputed champions in Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo. The paid also talk about the card over here in the UK too including Jai Opetaia vs Jordan Thompson. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 29 Sep 2023 - 116 - Winning a world title with a broken jaw | Jai Opetaia
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ So what's it like to have a double jaw fracture during a world title fight? Well, current IBF cruiserweight world champ Jai Opetaia is in the club to give us the inside scoop. Jai talks to George and Dec about growing up in Australia, getting drunk with his dad in London and how he started his career as a young kickboxer with high hopes. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 27 Sep 2023 - 115 - HBT: What next for Zhang and Joyce (and Conor Benn)?
Hit link to check our snapbacks - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ So no revenge for Joe Joyce over the weekend and where does that leave him now? George and Dec take a look back at Zhilei Zhang's impressive KO win against Joyce as well as diving into the rest of the undercard including Moses Itauma. The pair also take a look at Conor Benn's return and Brad Paul's victory to become the English middleweight champion. Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 25 Sep 2023 - 114 - What's the worst injury you've ever had? | Jim Hamilton
So just how hard are rugby players? Former Scotland international Jim "Wild man" Hamilton is in the club to tell us about fighting life on the field. He speaks to George and Dec about his route into the sport, his worst injuries and which current England player he reckons could do the business on fight night. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 22 Sep 2023 - 113 - Behind the lens | The action-packed life of a cameraman
We now have an official GGBC cameraman! Tom Hamp is in the club to tell us all about life behind the lens. He speaks to George and Dec about some of his favourite nights, what it's like inside the dressing room and where he believes are some of the best places to film around the world. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 20 Sep 2023 - 112 - HBT: Eye for an eye | Can juggernaut Joyce beat big bang Zhang?
Off the back of a brutal eye injury defeat to Zhilei Zhang, this weekend British heavyweight Joe Joyce intends to regain his WBO interim title and who better to look forward to proceedings then George and Dec. The pair also talk all things surrounding the light heavyweight division with Anthony Yarde also in action, as well as elite club member Brad Pauls who's back in the ring with hopes of getting his hands on the English middleweight title that fell through his grasp earlier this year. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 111 - Art of the deal: What is a matchmaker?
How are big fights actually put together first and foremost? How are fighters scouted out? Former Golden Boy matchmaker Robert Diaz is in the club to tell us exactly that. He speaks to George and Dec about what a matchmaker actually is, his first encounters with George, the most successful fighters he's championed and who to keep an eye on as future talent. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 13 Sep 2023 - 110 - Inside the Who Needs Him Club: Can you be too good for your own good?
What happens when a fighter has all the talent but no one wants to fight them? Former IBO super-middleweight world champion Lerrone Richards is in the club to tell us about the ebbs and flows of a career filled with promise. Lerrone speaks to George and Dec about his road to fight the best across two divisions, his illness in the lead up to the fight that didn't happen with Zak Chelli and the challenges he faces as a boxer who hasn't been given the right opportunities. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 109 - HBT: 'Eubank won every round' | Is Conor Benn next?
Was this Chris Eubank Jnr’s best ever performance? George had written him off, but Eubank beat Liam Smith comfortably on Saturday night in their rematch. Now we’re asking if he can be world champion? And when does he fight Conor Benn? What’s next for Smith? How did he put on 42 lbs? We get the calculator out to work out the heaviest George got to between fights. This is the Monday analysis you need. If you want GGBC merch, click here: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ To get in touch on the socials, search for @ggboxingclub And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 04 Sep 2023 - 108 - Being a parent in the fight game | Stevi Levy
So what exactly is life like when you're a mum, a boxer and a DJ! Well, super bantamweight Stevi Levy is in the club in this electrify episode full of twists and turns. Stevi talks about her son's involvement and importance within her boxing career, where she sees herself heading with fights against the likes of Nina Hughes potentially on the horizon and she also speaks about her raving days and being a drum and bass DJ. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 30 Aug 2023 - 107 - HBT: How low was that blow? Should Dubois have beaten Usyk?
After a weekend of huge controversy across the heavyweight division, George and Dec sit down and take a look at the mega clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois. The ultimate question we want to get to the bottom of what actually counts as a low blow? The boys also looked ahead to the highly anticipated rematch between Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr, as well as taking a brief look back on the recent news the Robert Helenius tested positive for a banned substance following on from his fight with Anthony Joshua. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 28 Aug 2023 - 106 - The journeyman episode you've been waiting for | Lewis Van Poetsch
What exactly is a journeyman? Well in the club this week we have one of the fight game's favourites to give us the lowdown on what exactly it means to live life as a fighter who isn't expected to win. Lewis Van Poetsch otherwise known as 'Poochi' tells George and Dec about being called on at the last minute to fight wherever he's needed, his most brutal encounters inside the squared circle, retirement from fighting and how he intends to now become one of the best referees out there. Merch and Prints - https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/the-george-groves-boxing-club/ Follow the GGBC on the socials. Search for @ggboxingclub on Twitter and Instagram And we’ve got a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zArDIRbHigN2Xt3ikCDq0?si=25851a4366fb476f Music courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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