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Hey Not The Face! PodcastCan boxing be saved? A conversation with Kurt Emhoff (audio) | Ep. 206 SUPPORT EXPANDING THE ALI ACTToday, John welcomes back boxing manager and attorney Kurt Emhoff for an all-encompassing discussion on boxing. They discuss what’s gone wrong, what level of danger TKO/Zuffa Boxing pose to the sport, and if there’s a possible fix for the looming threat. There’s more, so follow along with our outline as you listen:Episode 206 Outline* What do you think of the current status of boxing?* How alarmed should boxing be with the proposed Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act?* What do you th...
2025-11-191h 48
Hey Not The Face! PodcastCan boxing be saved? A conversation with Kurt Emhoff (video) | Ep. 206 SUPPORT EXPANDING THE ALI ACTToday, John welcomes back boxing manager and attorney Kurt Emhoff for an all-encompassing discussion on boxing. They discuss what’s gone wrong, what level of danger TKO/Zuffa Boxing pose to the sport, and if there’s a possible fix for the looming threat. There’s more, so follow along with our outline as you listen:Episode 206 Outline* What do you think of the current status of boxing?* How alarmed should boxing be with the proposed Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act?* What do you th...
2025-11-191h 47
Hey Not The Face! PodcastCan anything stop TKO's boxing takeover featuring Kurt Emhoff, Esq. | Ep. 175This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit heynottheface.substack.com SUPPORT EXPANDING THE ALI ACTOn today’s massive episode, we are joined by attorney Kurt Emhoff of the Boxing Esquire Podcast to break down the proposed amendment to the Ali Act. John and Kurt discuss what TKO is trying to do, how they’re doing it, who is helping them, and what the likely outcomes will be. They also look at what can be…
2025-07-3052 min
Sports Lawyers AssociationSports Chats with Landis: Saudi Arabia’s Impact on Professional BoxingIn this episode of the Sports Lawyers Association Podcast, host Landis Barber welcomes attorneys Jason Cruz (Cruz Law, PLLC) and Kurt Emhoff (Kasowitz Benson Torres) for an in-depth discussion on Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in professional boxing. They break down the legal and business challenges—covering governance structures, media rights, fighter contracts, and potential antitrust concerns. Don’t miss this analysis on how these developments are reshaping the future of the sport.Featuring: Jason Cruz, Cruz Law, PLLCKurt Emhoff, Kasowitz Benson TorresHost: Landis Barber, Safran Law Offices
2025-03-2028 min
Hey Not The Face! PodcastInterview: Kurt Emhoff | Ep. 116This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit heynottheface.substack.comBoxing Esquire has been a staple podcast with fans of the sweet science for years, so it was a real treat to have its founder, Kurt Emhoff, join us for an extended interview. John and Kurt discussed a variety of topics that focused on the history and current iteration of both boxing and MMA. Follow along with our outline as you listen:Ep. 116 Outline* The…
2024-12-1056 min
Boxing Life Stories#253 Kurt EmhoffThis week, Boxing Life Stories hosts Kurt Emhoff, the first fight attorney that we've had on the show and Kurt is also a boxing manager.
Kurt has been involved in the sport for more than two decades, and talks about some of his clients, some of his biggest cases, and some of the most significant talking points in the sport today, including lawsuits, the need for central governance in boxing and much more.
He also has his own podcast, which I have recently been a guest on. Check out the Boxing Esq. podcast where you listen...
2024-11-201h 47
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #63 - Cliff RoldMy guest on this podcast is Cliff Rold, one of the founders of the independent media-run boxing ratings organization the Transnational Boxing Ratings Board. He was formerly, the managing editor of one of the leading boxing sites - BoxingScene.com, and now has his own publication called The Corner Stool on Substack.
Cliff and I discussed this weekend's fight results including Shakur Stevenson's win, O'Shaquie Foster's controversial loss, William Zepeda's dominant KO, and a fight-of-the-year candidate between Fernando Martinez and Kazuto Ioka.
We also talked about our mid-year candidates for fight of the year, KO of the year, round of...
2024-10-081h 34
Impolitic with John HeilemannDoug Emhoff: On Being 2nd Gentleman, Kamala’s Arm Candy & A Kurt Cobain/Eddie Vedder FeministJohn is joined by Doug Emhoff for a wide-ranging discussion of his role as Second Gentleman of the United States and Mr. Kamala Harris. The two Gen Xers talk through Emhoff’s shot-out-of-a-cannon introduction to the American electorate; his current role on the hustings stumping for his wife’s presidential campaign and his prospective one as the nation’s first-ever First Gent; his otherworldly capacity to maintain composure when Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and the likes of Laura Loomer cough up Kamala-directed calumnies; how the feminism of Kurt Cobain and Eddie Vedder shaped his attitudes towards women; and whethe...
2024-09-181h 27The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #64 - Matt ChristieThis week's guest is one of my favorite boxing writers, Mr. Matt Christie. Matt was until recently the editor of the longest-running boxing publication in the business - Boxing News. He’s now a contributing writer to boxingscene.com and does an excellent podcast with Alex Steedman called The Opening Bell.
Matt and I discussed his back story, and interest in the sport as well as his career path to Boxing News. We also discussed this past weekend’s IBF welterweight title fight involving one of the rising stars in the sport - Jaron “Boots” Ennis.
We then went over a six-pa...
2024-07-192h 14The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #62 - Jason CruzMy guest this week is Jason Cruz, from mmapayout.com and the Legal Submission podcast. Jason writes about MMA and Boxing and is yet another member of one of my favorite MMA podcasts - Show Money. We spoke about the New York State Athletic Commission's Consent Order suspending and fining Ryan Garcia for his positive anti-doping test after his April bout with Devin Haney.
We also discussed the UFC antitrust case and Jason's ideas about improving the Ali Act.
I really enjoyed the discussion - I hope you do too.
2024-06-251h 30
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #61 - John NashI'm back and very excited to get the pod rolling again. My guest is John Nash, from the Hey Not The Face podcast. John writes primarily about MMA and Boxing and does another excellent podcast called Show Money which covers the business side of MMA. We spoke about the Saudi plan for a boxing league detailed in the New York Times article from June 12.
We discussed the likelihood of each of the big 5 major players in the sport, Top Rank, PBC, Matchroom, Queensberry, and Golden Boy selling all or a percentage of their business to the Saudis.
We also got...
2024-06-191h 42
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #60 - Scott ShafferMy guest on this podcast is boxing writer and attorney Scott Shaffer. We analyzed last weekend’s busy schedule of fights including Usyk-Chisora, Inoue-Moloney and Davis-Santa Cruz. We also discussed recent comments by Deontay Wilder breaking his silence after Fury-Wilder III fell through, the proposed "Junior Heavyweight" division the WBC is implementing and the continuing saga of the Canelo lawsuit.
This will be my last show as host of the Boxing Esq. Podcast but I am passing it on to Scott to host.
It was a really fun conversation - hope you enjoy it.
2020-11-041h 22The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #59 - Chris ByrdMy guest on this episode is former two-time Heavyweight Champion of the World - Chris Byrd.
We talk about Chris’s miraculous recovery from years of debilitating pain from nerve damage in his foot, hip replacement surgery, and numerous shoulder problems.
We discussed Chris's new diet and alternative therapies that aided his recovery.
We also spoke about Chris’s great career from his days in the amateurs and sparring in an 8 by 10 ring in his parents' basement; his trip to the Olympic trials in 1988; his Olympic Silver Medal in 1992; not getting signed by a major promoter coming off of that meda...
2020-10-031h 57The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #58 - Mike SilverMy guest on this episode is author and boxing historian Mike Silver. We talk about Mike’s new book, "The Night The Referee Hit Back - Memorable Moments from the World of Boxing". It’s a compilation of articles and interviews that Mike’s done over the years that is really captivating and provocative.
We discuss Mike’s background and how he had the chance to train alongside Emile Griffith and Ingemar Johansson at the iconic Stillman’s Gym in mid-town Manhattan in the late-50’s early 60’s. Mike gives a great account of the history of that gym and its significan...
2020-09-221h 18
The Pug and Copp Boxing Show: A show about BoxingThrough An Attorney's Eyes: Canelo Alvarez's Lawsuit with Kurt Emhoff + 'Mean Machine' Mashes Zewski; Lubin-Gausha Preview & More!Mike and Lance graph the biggest news in the boxing world, Canelo Alvarez files a lawsuit against Oscar De La Hoya ,Golden Boy and DAZN after their strife finally boiled over (:30). Kurt Emhoff, sports and entertainment attorney at Kasowitz, Benson & Torres, joins P&C to further elaborate on Canelo's lawsuit (12:30). The trio talk about the language in Canelo's contract with DAZN as well as whether Emhoff would allow a client to sign a deal without knowing the full extent of the terms (14:30). How long will Canelo be sidelined (21:00)? Is it fair to expect a counter suit (24:30)? Pug and Copp...
2020-09-1646 minThe Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #57 - Jessica McCaskill and Rick RamosMy guests on this episode are the undisputed Women’s World Welterweight Champion and unified WBC/WBA Junior Welterweight Champion Jessica McCaskill and her manager and trainer Rick Ramos.
We talked about their backgrounds growing up in Illinois and how both of them came to the sport of boxing. I spoke to Jessica about her time at Pagedale Boxing in St. Louis with my late friend and mentor Marvin “Coots” Millett. I talked with Rick about his opening of the Body Shot Boxing Club and how he competes with the fitness gyms and stays afloat during the pandemic.
We got into h...
2020-08-301h 11The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #56 - Dr. Margaret Goodman and Scott ShafferMy first guest on this is episode one of the heroes of our sport - Dr. Margaret Goodman.
We talked about her views on COVID protocols and which states are doing it right. We discussed how VADA’s testing protocols have been affected by COVID and how they have used the downtime in the sport to make informational videos available on the VADA website. We also got into the debate about the proper use of MRIs.
My second guest on this podcast was boxing writer and attorney extraordinaire Scott Shaffer. We analyzed last weekend’s busy schedule of fights including Whyt...
2020-08-251h 32The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #55 - Tim SmithMy guest on this episode the VP of Communications at Haymon Sports - Mr. Tim Smith.
We spoke about the PBC’s game plan in not rushing to be first to come back to the airways Post-COVID. And how their schedule of fights came together over the months that they were off-air.
We got into the difficulties of putting on shows with the various medical and logistical problems associated with COVID and how PBC prepared for the inevitability of a fighter testing positive - as it happened on their very first show with Stephon Fulton.
We then spoke about the ex...
2020-07-311h 36
Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. Podcast #54 - Joe DeGuardiaDavid,
Here's my latest - hope all is well brother.
My guest on this episode is promoter and New York State Boxing Hall of Fame inductee Joe DeGuardia.
We spoke about Joe’s upbringing in the Bronx where his father and uncle were professional fighters. We talked about Joe’s amateur boxing career which culminated in him winning the 1988 New York Golden Gloves. We got into how he started in the pro game as a manager and then switched to promoting to keep his fighters busy and how that lead him to co-promoting such big events as Roy Jones-Antonio Tarver and Man...
2020-07-241h 14The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #54 - Joe DeGuardiaMy guest on this episode is promoter and New York State Boxing Hall of Fame inductee Joe DeGuardia.
We spoke about Joe’s upbringing in the Bronx where his father and uncle were professional fighters. We talked about Joe’s amateur boxing career which culminated in him winning the 1988 New York Golden Gloves. We got into how he started in the pro game as a manager and then switched to promoting to keep his fighters busy and how that lead him to co-promoting such big events as Roy Jones-Antonio Tarver and Manny Pacquiao-Chris Algieri.
We also discussed his current roster of f...
2020-07-241h 14The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #53 - Doug FischerMy guest on this episode is the Editor-in-Chief of Ring Magazine - Mr. Doug Fischer.
We spoke about how The Ring Magazine and ringtv.com are faring during this pandemic. We also undertook the difficult task of making mid-year assessments of the traditional year-end categories such as Fight of the Year, Round of the Year, KO of the Year, Upset of the Year, and Fighter of the Year in the time of COVID.
We also discussed the upcoming boxing schedule and previewed some of the bigger tentatively scheduled big fights such as Lonachenko-Lopez and Dubois-Joyce.
It was a great conversation...
2020-07-021h 45The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #52 - Lou DiBellaMy guest on this episode is a 2020 IBHOF inductee, top promoter, film producer, and minor league franchise owner - Mr. Lou DiBella.
Lou shared his feelings on not being able to enjoy his induction into the IBHOF this year due to the COVID shutdown. We spoke about how major league baseball is making a mistake in retracting a big part of its minor league system.
We talked about how Top Rank is managing at implementing their COVID protocols and still putting on shows - and how Lou’s fighter Mikkel LesPierre’s COVID situation went down. We also got into how...
2020-06-2453 minThe Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #51 - Kieran Cunningham and Ewan MacKennaMy guests on this episode are two distinguished Irish sports writers - Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer at the Irish Daily Star in Dublin and Ewan MacKenna, Host of The Black Eye Podcast and Columnist for the Irish Independent News. We discussed the recent comments by Promoter Bob Arum about using alleged drug cartel boss Daniel Kinahan as his agent in United Arab Emirates to negotiate a potential deal for the Heavyweight unification fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.
Additionally, we spoke about the origins of MTK Global and the chilling effect the shooting at a weigh-in at The...
2020-05-311h 04The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #50 - Roberto DiazMy guest on this episode is one of the top matchmakers in the game, Golden Boy’s Roberto Diaz. We discussed how Roberto got into the sport through a chance meeting with one of his favorite fighters - Marco Antonio Barrera and how Eric Gomez drafted him to be a matchmaker for Golden Boy out of necessity.
We got into how Roberto learned matchmaking on the job and what a typical day in the life of a matchmaker is like. We talked about how Golden Boy has handled the COVID lockdown on social media and what their plans are for co...
2020-05-181h 38The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #49 - Mike BoraoMy guest on this episode is one of the foremost attorneys and managers in the game - Mike Borao. We spoke about two heavyweights Mike is involved with who scored big wins in the last few months Charles Martin and Robert Helenius. We also talked about future plans for other fighters who Mike represents including middleweight Matt Korobov and heavyweight Frank Sanchez. We also spoke about Mike’s background and participation in toughman contests. How he met and came to represent his first major fighter Heavyweight Jameel McCline. We got into his major role in getting McCline, Shannon Briggs, Monte Ba...
2020-04-291h 21The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #48 - Stephen EspinozaMy guest on this episode is one of the most powerful and thoughtful executives in boxing - Showtime President of Sports and Event Programming Stephen Espinoza. We talk about Showtime’s excellent way to fill the COVID-19 programming void on Friday Nights with their Showtime Classic Boxing series. We discuss Showtime’s gameplan on how they’ll proceed when boxing events are allowed to come back and what precautions need to be in place. We also spoke about the bidding wars between networks and what Stephen anticipates the market looking like post-COVID. We get into his plans for Gervonta Davis and th...
2020-04-1657 min
Leave it in the RingSpecial Edition of Boxing Esq. and Fistianados Podcast - CARES Act ReliefBoxing Esq. host Kurt Emhoff and Fistianados host Evan Rutkowski do a special edition podcast to discuss the recent Coronavirus stimulus legislation set up to provide relief to those forced out of work by the COVID-19 pandemic.
They are joined by two distinguished guests. Labor attorney Walter Kane and accountant and financial planner Mike Alvini. Walter and Mike break down how and when to apply for unemployment benefits, the Paycheck Protection Program Loan (aka 7a loan), the COVID Disaster Relief Loan (aka the 7B loan), as well as the qualifications for the $1200 stimulus check.
The main takeaway is apply, apply, apply...
2020-04-1249 min
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #47 - Special Edition with Fistianados - Guests Walter Kane and Michael AlviniFor this special episode, I’m joined by Fistianados host Evan Rutkowski to go over the recent Coronavirus stimulus legislation set up to provide relief to those forced out of work by the COVID-19 pandemic.
We are joined by two distinguished guests. Labor Attorney Walter Kane and accountant and financial planner Mike Alvini. Walter and Mike broke down how and when to apply for unemployment benefits, the Paycheck Protection Program Loan (aka 7a loan), the COVID Disaster Relief Loan (aka the 7B loan), as well as the qualifications for the $1200 stimulus, check advances on tax returns that the government is se...
2020-04-1149 minThe Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #46 - Carlos AcevedoMy guest on this episode is author and editor at Hannibal Boxing.com - Mr. Carlos Acevedo. We discuss Carlos’s excellent new book - Sporting Blood - Tales From The Darkside of Boxing - which goes on sale March 31st. We get into a few of the subjects of the book including Sonny Liston, Tony Ayala, and Smokin’ Bert Cooper. We also talk about Carlos’s youth in the Bronx and how he came to be interested in the Sweet Science. And finally, we get into the good and the bad in today’s boxing scene and how things evolved...
2020-03-281h 07The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #45 - Ryan SongaliaMy guest on this episode is a copy editor and feature writer at The Ring Magazine - Ryan Songalia. We spoke about how Ryan and his family are coping with the Covid-19 pandemic. We also got into his background in boxing including writing for Boxing Digest, The New York Daily News, Rappler.com in the Philippines, as well as The Ring. We discussed his latest article - How Covid-19 Isn’t The First Pandemic To Halt Boxing. We looked at how the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918 affected boxing and the world at large and what lessons we can draw from it...
2020-03-231h 25The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #44 - Scott ShafferMy guest on this episode is a litigation partner at Olshan Frome Wolosky but you know him as a longtime writer and editor at Boxingtalk.com - Scott Shaffer. We had a chance to analyze the Wilder-Fury rematch in depth including costume-gate. We also discussed the loaded boxing card this past weekend headlined by Mikey Garcia-Jesse Vargas and featuring a great victory by Roman "Chocolatito" Gonzalez over Khal Yafai as well a great Flyweight tussle between Julio Cesar Martinez and the very game Jay Harris. We also got into the proposed sale of Top Rank, the upcoming boxing schedule and...
2020-03-022h 24The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #43 - Rafe BartholomewMy guest on this episode is a staff writer covering the sport of boxing at The Athletic - Mr. Rafe Bartholomew. We get into Rafe’s background as a native New Yorker and growing up around the famous NY bar McSorley’s. Also, his love and fascination with the Philippines and the sport of basketball, as well as his time at Grantland and his beloved newsletter, Respect Boxe. We also get into Wilder-Fury II, Garcia-Linares and preview Caleb Plant vs. Vincent Feigenbutz. It was a Great conversation - hope you enjoy.
2020-02-162h 15
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #42 - Doug FischerMy guest on this episode is the Editor-in-chief of Ring Magazine and ringtv.com - Mr. Doug Fischer. We talk about Doug’s new gig as color commentator at DAZN for Golden Boy’s Thursday Night Fights and how season one of that program went. We also talk about the big fight card this past week with Roman-Akmadaliev, Farmer-Diaz, and Andrade-Keeler as well as DAZN’s continued dalliance with fighting YouTubers. We further spoke about the good fights upcoming in February and beyond as well as Thomas Hauser’s three-part piece on the New York State Athletic Commission. It was a great...
2020-02-022h 24
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #41 - Jim QuinnMy guest on this episode is truly a legend in the sports law community - Jim Quinn. He's been legal counsel for every major sport's players union in labor disputes, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL. He’s now of counsel at Berg & Androphy after a long, illustrious run at Weil, Gotshal & Manges. We discuss his new book, Don’t Be Afraid to Win: How Free Agency Changed The Business of Pro Sports. We get into the labor history of the NBA and NFL and how each players union achieved free agency. We also get into how salary caps got...
2020-01-101h 08
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #40 - Brin-Jonathan Butler - 2020 Look AheadMy guest on this podcast is Brin-Jonathan Butler, critically-acclaimed author and one of the preeminent boxing journalists. We look ahead to 2020 division-by-division from Heavyweight down through Bantamweight. We discuss what fights we hope to see in each division as well as what is most likely to occur.
It was a really fun conversation, hope you enjoy it.
2019-12-291h 56
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #39 - Brin-Jonathan Butler - 2019 RecapMy guest on this podcast is Brin-Jonathan Butler, a critically acclaimed author and one of the preeminent boxing journalists. We recap the year in boxing for 2019. We spoke about Andy Ruiz and the Heavyweights; Canelo's likely Fighter of The Year worthy campaign; the WBSS and the de facto tournaments at Welterweight and Lightweight and much more.
It was a really interesting conversation, hope you enjoy it.
2019-12-251h 24
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #38 - John NashMy guest on this podcast is John Nash, a top MMA writer for Bloody Elbow. John writes primarily about MMA and Boxing and also does an excellent podcast called Show Money which covers the business side of MMA. We spoke about the idea of a Boxing League and what the nuts and bolts of that would look like. We spoke about how revenues would be split and what the wage share would be, what antitrust or Ali Act concerns there would be and what would happen with the sanctioning bodies. It was an excellent discussion - enjoy!
2019-11-251h 46
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #37 - Cliff RoldMy guest on this podcast is Cliff Rold, a founding member of the media-run independent ratings organization the Transnational Boxing Ratings Board (TBRB) and managing editor at Boxing Scene. We spoke about the 2020 IBHOF ballot and Cliff's choices for the Hall of Fame. We also talked about his criteria for selecting his potential inductees and which writers receive which ballots We also got into the great fights of the last few weeks including Canelo-Kovalev and Inoue-Donaire. It was a really interesting discussion. Enjoy!
2019-11-111h 34
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #36 - James "Buddy" McGirt and Michael WoodsMy guests on this podcast are Hall of Famer Buddy McGirt and boxing writer Michael Woods. I spoke with McGirt about the upcoming Light Heavyweight title fight between his champion Sergey Kovalev and Middleweight Champion Canelo Alvarez. We also spoke about the ring passing of Patrick Day and what safety measures the sport can take to prevent future deaths.
I spoke to Woods about Woods' upbringing in Massachusetts and what brought him to New York to become a boxing writer. We also spoke about the state of the boxing press today and how it differs from when Woods started.
Great...
2019-10-282h 08
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #35 - Tom LoefflerMy guest on this podcast is Tom Loeffler of GGG Promotions and 360 Promotions. We spoke about the recent Middleweight title fight and "Big Drama Show" at Madison Square Garden between Gennady Golovkin and Sergiy Derevyanchenko and Tom's upcoming 360 Promotions show in Hollywood with Serhei Bohachuk. We also talked about Tom's background in sports memorabilia (with his partner Harlan Werner) and their list of clients including Muhammad Ali, Sandy Koufax, Joe Namath, Ronald Reagan, and Mikhail Gorbachev.
Additionally, we discussed his time as a boxing manager of Kevin Kelley, Oba Carr and Shane Mosley and his transition into promoting with K2...
2019-10-132h 09
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #34 - David BerlinMy guest on this podcast is the former Executive Director of the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC), David Berlin. We spoke about David's background and interest in the sport, including a brief amateur boxing career. We also talked about his relationship with Teddy Atlas, his representation of Salita Promotions and his new management company Four Corners Advisory Group. Additionally, we discussed David's time at the NYSAC and his implementation of policies regarding drug testing, health care for boxers, bout insurance, selection of officials and instant replay. It was a fun discussion - enjoy!
2019-09-281h 18
Leave it in the RingThe Boxing Esquire Ep. 33 w/ Kurt Emhoff talking with Tim Smith of Haymon SportsLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
This week, Kurt interviews Tim Smith, VP of Communications at Haymon Sports and the PBC. The two speak about the upcoming Welterweight unification fight between Errol Spence and Shawn Porter and the rest of the top Welterweights on the PBC roster - Manny Pacquiao, Keith Thurman, Danny Garcia, and Mikey Garcia. They also talk about the Heavyweights, including the rematches between Deontay Wilde...
2019-09-221h 13
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #33 - Tim SmithMy guest on this podcast is Tim Smith, VP of Communications at Haymon Sports and the PBC. We spoke about the upcoming Welterweight unification fight between Errol Spence and Shawn Porter and the rest of the top Welterweights on the PBC roster - Manny Pacquiao, Keith Thurman, Danny Garcia, and Mikey Garcia. We also talked about the Heavyweights, including the rematches between Deontay Wilder-Luis Ortiz and Andy Ruiz-Anthony Joshua. We further discussed the loaded Jr. Middleweight division and what's next for Jermall Charlo, Adrian Broner, Leo Santa Cruz, and others. It was a fun discussion - enjoy!
2019-09-211h 13
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #32 - Kevin CunninghamMy guest on this podcast is world-class trainer and manager Kevin Cunningham. We discussed Kevin's move from St. Louis and the establishment of his world-class training camp in West Palm Beach. We further discussed Kevin's work with Junior Middleweight contender Erickson Lubin, WBA Super Featherweight Champion Gervonta Davis and former four-division champion Adrian Broner.
Additionally, we spoke about Kevin's relationship with former Junior Welterweight and Welterweight Champion Devon Alexander and where it's at today. Great conversation - enjoy!
2019-08-3049 min
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #31 - David DuenezMy guest on this podcast is David Duenez, owner of the Leave It In The Ring podcast network. We talk about the weekend of fights including Kovalev-Yarde and Figueroa-Cintron. We also talk about the Ruiz-Joshua 2 negotiations and Dana White's entry into boxing promotion. Additionally, we spoke about David's background and interest in boxing and the origins of the Leave It In The Ring network. A really fun and interesting conversation, hope you enjoy it.
2019-08-261h 25
Leave it in the RingThe Boxing Esq. Podcast #30 with host Kurt Emhoff & guest Brin-Jonathan ButlerLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
This week, Kurt interviews Brin-Jonathan Butler, critically acclaimed author, as well as one of the preeminent boxing journalists. We review the good (Pacquiao-Thurman, Ramirez-Hooker), the bad (the administrative mess of Whyte-Rivas) and the ugly/tragic (RIP Maxim Dadashev and Hugo Santillan).
Plus, they do an abbreviated history of the sanctioning bodies - in light of the WBC's ridiculous decision to crown a "Fra...
2019-07-311h 36
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #30 - Brin-Jonathan ButlerMy guest on this podcast is Brin-Jonathan Butler, critically acclaimed author, as well as one of the preeminent boxing journalists. We review the good (Pacquiao-Thurman, Ramirez-Hooker), the bad (the administrative mess of Whyte-Rivas) and the ugly/tragic (RIP Maxim Dadashev and Hugo Santillan). A really interesting conversation, hope you enjoy it.
2019-07-291h 36
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #29 - Herbert GoldmanMy guest on this podcast is boxing historian Herbert Goldman. We discussed Herbert's time as a managing editor at The Ring and his role in putting together the last three Ring Record Books. We also discussed Herbert's four-volume magnum opus boxing record book for the sport "Boxing - A Worldwide Record of Bouts and Boxers", with a particular focus on the Timeline of Boxing History.
Additionally, we went through an abbreviated history of the sanctioning bodies in the interest of tracking how we got to the present of a proliferation of organizations and how close we came at various points...
2019-07-151h 10Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. Podcast #29 - Herbert GoldmanLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
This week, Kurt interviews Herbert Goldman. Herbert is one of the foremost historians in the sport of boxing. He is a former editor at The Ring, Boxing Illustrated and Boxing Digest. He is also the former Chairman of the Nominations Committee at the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the co-founder of the International Boxing Research Organization (IBRO).
Plus, they do an abb...
2019-07-131h 10
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #28 - Doug FischerMy guest on this podcast is Doug Fischer, Editor-in-Chief of The Ring Magazine. We spoke about Doug's upbringing in the midwest and his journey as a boxing writer. We discussed the origins of internet boxing coverage and Doug's time as one of the principals of both House of Boxing and MaxBoxing, as well as his move to the The Ring. We also did a division by division review of the sport from Heavyweight to Bantamweight as well as our candidates for Fight of the Year so far in 2019. It was a great discussion - enjoy!
2019-07-012h 15
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #27 - Todd duBoefMy guest on this podcast is Todd duBoef, the President of one of the leading promoters in boxing Top Rank, Inc. We spoke about his company's television deal with ESPN and how it came about. We also talked about his vision for the future and what shoulder programming will go on the network. We also spoke about his star heavyweight Tyson Fury and how he fits into the heavyweight picture as well as the great fights coming up on the schedule and collision course that Vasyl Lomachenko and Teofimo Lopez are on. It was a great conversation - enjoy!
2019-06-141h 12
Leave it in the RingThe Boxing Esquire w/ Kurt Emhoff interviewing Writer Cliff RoldLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
This week, Kurt interviews Cliff Rold, a top boxing writer and managing editor for BoxingScene.com. Cliff is also a founding member of the media-run independent ratings organization the Transnational Boxing Ratings Board (TBRB). We spoke about his journey in the sport from watching fights with his grandparents to writing for RIngTalk, CyberBoxingZone and Boxing Scene. We also talked about his break from...
2019-05-291h 19
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #26 - Cliff RoldMy guest on this podcast is Cliff Rold, a top boxing writer and managing editor for BoxingScene.com. Cliff is also a founding member of the media-run independent ratings organization the Transnational Boxing Ratings Board (TBRB). We spoke about his journey in the sport from watching fights with his grandparents to writing for RIngTalk, CyberBoxingZone and Boxing Scene. We also talked about his break from The Ring Ratings Panel to form the TBRB, the art of rating fighters and the goals and impact of the TBRB. We also got into the state of the game, the Heavyweights and what should...
2019-05-281h 19
Leave it in the RingThe Boxing Esquire w/ Kurt Emhoff talking w/ MMA writer John NashLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
This week, Kurt interviews John Nash, a top MMA writer for Bloody Elbow. John writes primarily about MMA and boxing and also does an excellent podcast called Show Money which covers the business side of MMA.
We spoke about the rumors of Endeavor purchasing Waddell Reed's interest in Haymon Sports and the PBC. We also discussed Endeavor's possible interest in Top Rank and...
2019-05-211h 17
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #25 - John NashMy guest on this podcast is John Nash, a top MMA writer for Bloody Elbow. John writes primarily about MMA and Boxing and also does an excellent podcast called Show Money which covers the business side of MMA. We spoke about the rumors about Endeavor purchasing Waddell & Reed's interest in Haymon Sports and the PBC. We also discussed Endeavor's possible interest in Top Rank and what an Endeavor boxing promotional entity would look like. We also discussed a few MMA topics including how the UFC's deal with ESPN is going and if Bellator is benefitting from its DAZN deal. It...
2019-05-201h 16
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #24 - Bob YalenMy guest on this podcast is Connecticut Boxing Hall of Famer, six-time sports Emmy award-winner and new President of MTK Global Management, Bob Yalen. We spoke about the future of MTK's top fighters Tyson Fury, Carl Frampton and Billy Joe Saunders. We also spoke about MTK's broadcast deals with ESPN and IFL TV. We then got into Bob's rich experience in the sport as a researcher for Flash Gordon, The Ring Record Book and Fight Fax. We also talked about his time as head of boxing programming at ABC and ESPN networks and as the Chairman of the WBC Ratings...
2019-04-271h 44
Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. Podcast #23 Steve FarhoodMy guest on this podcast is Hall of Fame boxing writer and television commentator, Steve Farhood. We spoke about Steve's experience growing up in NYC in the 1970's and his first job out of college with London Publishing where he founded the legendary KO Magazine. We also spoke about his time as Editor-in-Chief of The Ring Magazine and his nearly 20 years as an expert analyst on ShoBox. Steve also gave his insights on the state of game, where women's boxing is going and who he thinks will win the major fights in the next few months. It was a really fun...
2019-04-151h 16Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. Podcast #23 Steve FarhoodMy guest on this podcast is Hall of Fame boxing writer and television commentator, Steve Farhood. We spoke about Steve's experience growing up in NYC in the 1970's and his first job out of college with London Publishing where he founded the legendary KO Magazine. We also spoke about his time as Editor-in-Chief of The Ring Magazine and his nearly 20 years as an expert analyst on ShoBox. Steve also gave his insights on the state of game, where women's boxing is going and who he thinks will win the major fights in the next few months. It was a really fun...
2019-04-151h 16
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #23 - Steve FarhoodMy guest on this podcast is Hall of Fame boxing writer and television commentator, Steve Farhood. We spoke about Steve's experience growing up in NYC in the 1970's and his first job out of college with London Publishing where he founded the legendary KO Magazine. We also spoke about his time as Editor-in-Chief of The Ring Magazine and his nearly 20 years as an expert analyst on ShoBox. Steve also gave his insights on the state of game, where women's boxing is going and who he thinks will win the major fights in the next few months. It was a really...
2019-04-151h 15
Leave it in the RingThe Boxing Esq. Podcast w/ Kurt Emhoff #22: Manager/Advisor Keith ConnollyToday on The Boxing Esquire podcast, host Kurt Emhoff interviews Keith Connolly manager/adviser to Daniel Jacobs, Luis Collazo, Marcus Browne, Sergey Derevyanchenko, Adam Kownacki and Chris Algieri. Mr. Connolly talked about all of those guys and what's next for them as well how he deals with the great new market for free agent boxers.
Leave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
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2019-03-1835 minLeave it in the RingThe Boxing Esq. Podcast w/ Kurt Emhoff #22: Manager/Advisor Keith ConnollyToday on The Boxing Esquire podcast, host Kurt Emhoff interviews Keith Connolly manager/adviser to Daniel Jacobs, Luis Collazo, Marcus Browne, Sergey Derevyanchenko, Adam Kownacki and Chris Algieri. Mr. Connolly talked about all of those guys and what's next for them as well how he deals with the great new market for free agent boxers.
Leave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
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2019-03-1836 min
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #22 - Keith ConnollyMy guest on this podcast is New York-based boxing manager Ketih Connolly. We talked about how Keith got into the management business and his tremendous roster of fighters including: Daniel Jacobs, Luis Collazo, Marcus Browne, Sergey Derevyanchenko, Adam Kownacki, Chris Algieri, Nikita Abibiy, Reshet Mait and Nkosi Solomon. It was an interesting conversation with some great insight on how "working across the aisle" can happen in the sport. Enjoy!
2019-03-1835 minLeave it in the RingBoxing Esq. Episode 20 with guest Buddy McGirtBuddy McGirt. Buddy's one of the top trainers in the game and a 2019 IBHOF inductee joins Kurt on Boxing Esq. podcast .
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2019-03-052h 05Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. Episode 21 with guest Buddy McGirtBuddy McGirt. Buddy's one of the top trainers in the game and a 2019 IBHOF inductee joins Kurt on Boxing Esq. podcast .
Leave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
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2019-03-052h 04Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. Episode 21 with guest Buddy McGirtBuddy McGirt. Buddy's one of the top trainers in the game and a 2019 IBHOF inductee joins Kurt on Boxing Esq. podcast .
Leave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
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2019-03-052h 05
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #21 - James "Buddy" McGirtMy guest on this podcast is top trainer and 2019 IBHOF inductee James "Buddy" McGirt. We discussed Buddy's recent work in the corner of WBO Light Heavyweight Champion Sergey Kovalev, as well as young prospect and 2016 Olympian Janibek Alimkhanuly. We also discussed Buddy's HOF career and legendary fights with Frankie Warren, Saoul Mamby, Howard Davis, Meldrick Taylor, Simon Brown and Pernell Whitaker. We talked about his notorious management team Al Certo and Stuart Weiner. We then got into his adjustment to retiring from the ring and his becoming a trainer of champions such as Arturo Gatti, Antonio Tarver and Vernon Forrest...
2019-03-052h 04
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #20 - Russell PeltzMy guest on this podcast is legendary Philly promoter Russell Peltz. It's Russell's 50th year as a promoter and we talked about his journey from being a sports reporter to promoting his first bout in 1969 at the age of 22. We discussed his amazing career as a promoter and focused on the decade of the 1970's when he promoted such greats as Bennie Briscoe, Marvin Hagler, Bobby "Boogaloo" Watts, Eugene "Cyclone" Hart, Matthew Saad Muhammad, Marvin Johnson, Roberto Duran, Bobby Chacon, Jeff Chandler and others. We also got into how the sport and business of boxing have evolved and changed since...
2019-02-182h 06
Leave it in the RingEp. 20 of the Boxing Esq. w/Kurt Emhoff: Promoter Russell PeltzLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
In episode #18 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews David McWater, manager of Teofimo Lopez, Ivan Baranchyk and a ton of other fighters. It's a good one. We talked about his background as a basketball agent and a bar owner. We also talked about his "Moneyball" like system of analytics he uses to evaluate fighters. We got into why he's pulling Ivan Baranchyk ou...
2019-02-182h 07Leave it in the RingEp. 20 of the Boxing Esq. w/Kurt Emhoff: Promoter Russell PeltzLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
In episode #18 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews David McWater, manager of Teofimo Lopez, Ivan Baranchyk and a ton of other fighters. It's a good one. We talked about his background as a basketball agent and a bar owner. We also talked about his "Moneyball" like system of analytics he uses to evaluate fighters. We got into why he's pulling Ivan Baranchyk ou...
2019-02-182h 07
Leave it in the RingEp. 19 of The Boxing Esq. w/ Kurt Emhoff: Boxing manager David McWaterLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
In episode #18 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews David McWater, manager of Teofimo Lopez, Ivan Baranchyk and a ton of other fighters. It's a good one. We talked about his background as a basketball agent and a bar owner. We also talked about his "Moneyball" like system of analytics he uses to evaluate fighters. We got into why he's pulling Ivan Baranchyk o...
2019-02-051h 17Leave it in the RingEp. 19 of The Boxing Esq. w/ Kurt Emhoff: Boxing manager David McWaterLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers among the most insightful interviews in the boxing universe.
In episode #18 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews David McWater, manager of Teofimo Lopez, Ivan Baranchyk and a ton of other fighters. It's a good one. We talked about his background as a basketball agent and a bar owner. We also talked about his "Moneyball" like system of analytics he uses to evaluate fighters. We got into why he's pulling Ivan Baranchyk o...
2019-02-051h 16
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #19 - David McWaterMy guest on this podcast is boxing manager David McWater. We talked about his journey from Oklahoma to NYC and his stints as a basketball agent, bar owner and Manhattan Community Board member. We then got into his move into boxing and his statistical method of evaluating fighters. We talked about his roster of boxers including IBF JW Champ Ivan Baranchyk (and his withdrawal from the WBSS), super prospect Teofimo Lopez and Olympians Charles Conwell, Vikas Krishan and Antonio Vargas. We also discussed a few of his other prospects - Brian Ceballo, Erick DeLeon, Otha Jones, III and Sonny Conto...
2019-02-041h 15Leave it in the RingEp. 18 of The Boxing Esq. w/ Kurt Emhoff: Matchroom USA Matchmaker Eric BottjerLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers some of the most insightful interviews in the boxing podcast universe.
In episode #18 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews Matchroom USA matchmaker Eric Bottjer. Matchroom USA. Kurt and Eric talk about his journey in the sport and all of the promoters he's worked for including Dan Goossen, Cedric Kushner, Don King, Art Pellulo, Lou DiBella and Eddie Hearn. They also talked about the art of matchmaking and his theory on how t...
2019-01-181h 19
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #18 - Eric BottjerMy guest on this podcast is Matchroom USA matchmaker Eric Bottjer. We talked about his journey in the sport and all of the promoters he's worked for including Dan Goossen, Cedric Kushner, Don King, Art Pellulo, Lou DiBella and Eddie Hearn. We also talked about the art of matchmaking and his theory on how to develop fighters. We also got into why there should be a boxing league and the PBC's missed opportunity with all that hedge fund money. It was a great conversation - hope you enjoy!
2019-01-171h 18
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #17 - Steve WeisfeldMy guest on this podcast is top boxing judge - Steve Weisfeld. We talked about how he became a judge, some of the significant fights he's worked, the criteria he uses to score a fight and some tips for the viewers scoring at home. We also spoke about the criticisms levied at judges and some possible reforms for more transparency of the judges cards. It was a great conversation - hope you enjoy!
2019-01-061h 05Leave it in the RingEp. 17 of The Boxing Esq. w/ Kurt Emhoff: Boxing Judge Steve WeisfeldLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers some of the most insightful interviews in the boxing podcast universe.
In episode #17 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews boxing judge Steve Weisfeld.
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2019-01-061h 06Leave it in the RingBonus Boxing Esq. Podcast w/ Kurt Emhoff: Extra Stuff w/ Scott A. ShafferLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers some of the most insightful interviews in the boxing podcast universe.
In a bonus track from episode #15 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews Scott A.Shaffer for an extra ten minutes.
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2018-12-2912 min
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #16a (Bonus Christmas Addition) - Scott ShafferBonus Podcast from my interview with Scott Shaffer, litigation attorney and longtime senior boxing writer at Boxingtalk.com. Scott and I went long in our conversation last week so I had to edit out our discussion about the broadcast networks. Here is the 10 minutes or so of that discussion. Enjoy the bonus 10 minutes and Happy Holidays!
2018-12-2511 minLeave it in the RingThe Boxing Esq. w/ Kurt Emhoff interviews guest Scott A. ShafferLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers some of the most insightful interviews in the boxing podcast universe.
In episode #15 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews Scott A.Shaffer to look at the year that was boxing in 2018. "Scott A. Shaffer focuses his litigation practice in the areas of advertising, direct marketing, class action defense, and sports and entertainment law."
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2018-12-211h 50
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #16 - Scott ShafferMy guest on this podcast is Scott Shaffer, litigation attorney and Partner at Olshan, Frome and Wolosky, as well as a longtime senior boxing writer at Boxingtalk.com. Scott has represented some of the top promoters in the sport including Sauerland Promotions, DiBella Entertainment and Gary Shaw, as well as world champions such as Ricky Hatton. We look at what happened in the year of boxing for 2018. We also look ahead at what's to come in 2019. It was a great discussion - enjoy!.
2018-12-211h 49Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. #15 w/ Kurt Emhoff & guest boxing trainer Stephen EdwardsLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers some of the most insightful interviews in the boxing podcast universe.
In episode #15 of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews Philly trainer and columnist Stephen "Breadman" Edwards (@Breadmanboxing). The two discuss Edward's background, the Philly boxing scene and the prevalence of PEDs in the sport.?
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2018-12-181h 01
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #15 - Stephen "Breadman" EdwardsMy guest on this podcast is Philadelphia Boxing Trainer and Writer - Stephen "Breadman" Edwards. I talked to him about his origins in the sport; the Philadelphia boxing scene; and what's next for his star fighter Julian "J-Rock" Williams. We also discussed his outspoken views on the prevalence of PEDs in the sport. It was a great conversation - hope you enjoy!
2018-12-1759 min
Leave it in the RingThe Boxing Esq. Kurt Emhoff interviews Showtime Sports Pres. Stephen EspinozaLeave it in the Ring is proud to welcome boxing manager and Sports & Entertainment attorney Kurt Emhoff to the family. With his deep knowledge of the sport, Kurt delivers some of the most insightful interviews in the boxing podcast universe.
In this episode of The Boxing Esquire, Kurt interviews Showtime Sports Pres. Stephen Espinoza about boxing in 2019.
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2018-11-1958 min
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #14 - Stephen EspinozaMy guest on this podcast is the President of Showtime Sports and Event Programming - Stephen Espinoza. I talked to him about the great 2018 Showtime had; what's coming up in 2019; life after Les Moonves; the Wilder-Fury and Pacquiao-Broner PPVs and what criteria he uses to determine what goes on PPV. We also discussed his role as a possible conscience of the sport. It was a great conversation - hope you enjoy!
2018-11-1957 min
Leave it in the RingBoxing Esq. - Promoters Lou Dibella and Kathy DuvaKurt Emhoff , sports and entertaiment attorney and boxing manager , joins the Leave it in the RinG family to bring interviews and his knowledge in the sport
2018-10-201h 19
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #13 - Lou DiBella and Kathy DuvaMy guests on this podcast are two of the best promoters in the sport of boxing - Lou DiBella of DiBella Entertainment and Kathy Duva of Main Events. I talked to each of them about upcoming shows featuring their fighters, as well as the state of play in regards to the many recent broadcasting deals in the sport. We also discussed the impact of HBO exiting the scene. Two great conversations - hope you enjoy!
2018-10-201h 18
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #12 - Tim SmithMy guest on this podcast is Tim Smith, VP of Communications at Haymon Sports and the PBC. We spoke about the PBC's recent multi-year television deals with Showtime and Fox. We also got into what's next for Deontay Wilder, Errol Spence, Keith Thurman, the Charlo Twins, Mikey Garcia, Leo Santa Cruz and others. It was fun discussion - enjoy!
2018-09-121h 31
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #11 - Thomas HauserMy guest on this podcast is, Thomas Hauser, acclaimed author of Missing, The Black Lights and Muhammad Ali: His Life and Times. Tom is one of the foremost boxing writers in the business and you can find his articles at The Sweet Science, Boxing Scene and The Ring. His latest boxing books are There Will Always Be Boxing (2017) and Protect Yourself At All Times (2018). We spoke about Eddie Hearn's deal with DAZN, the Joshua-Wilder negotiations, the WBSS and the general state of boxing. It was an insightful and informative conversation - enjoy!
2018-07-221h 21
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #10 - Adam AbramowitzMy guest on this podcast is Adam Abramowitz, a writer for the boxing blog Saturday Night Boxing. Adam also is a member of the board of the independent media run Transnational Boxing Ratings as well as The Ring ratings panel. We spoke about his recent article on the influx of streaming networks into the sport of boxing. We also got into where cable broadcasting in general is going and how that affects the sport. It was a great conversation - enjoy!
2018-06-101h 11
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #9 - Rick CollinsMy guest on this podcast is Rick Collins, a founding partner at the law firm of Collins, Gann McCloskey & Barry. Rick practices in the area of sports nutrition and PEDs and is one of the foremost attorneys in the area of anti-doping law. We spoke about the recent doping cases involving Canelo Alvarez and Alexander Povetkin, as well as what an ideal anti-doping program in boxing would look like. It was a great conversation - enjoy!
2018-05-0954 min
Leave it in the RingCanelo Hair sample detects no Clenbuterol-Guest Boone & Kurt EmhoffEvery Thursday night at 6:00pm PST, LIITR host and founder Dave (@LIITRBOXING) Duenez and co-host Gabriel Montoya talk all the latest boxing news on Leave it in the RinG. Dave and Gabriel give a fresh and unfiltered take on the world of boxing with fan interactive debates, breaking news, and in-depth no-holds-barred interviews with the top names in the sport.
Tonight, Dave and Gabriel The LIITR crew catch-up with the boxing news in the world and they welcome two guests: Jom KOTickets.com Boone and Kurt Emhoff. Up first is The Boxing RunDown looking at the week's news an...
2018-04-272h 00Leave it in the RingWilder $50 Mil offer -Thurman vacates WBC title -Guests Kurt Emhoff & Jim BooneEvery Thursday night at 6:00pm PST, LIITR host and founder Dave (@LIITRBOXING) Duenez and co-host Gabriel Montoya talk all the latest boxing news on Leave it in the RinG. Dave and Gabriel give a fresh and unfiltered take on the world of boxing with fan interactive debates, breaking news, and in-depth no-holds-barred interviews with the top names in the sport.
Tonight, Dave and Gabriel The LIITR crew catch-up with the boxing news in the world and they welcome two guests: Jom KOTickets.com Boone and Kurt Emhoff. Up first is The Boxing RunDown looking at the week's news an...
2018-04-272h 01
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #8 - John NashMy guest on this podcast is John Nash, writer for Bloody Elbow. John writes primarily about MMA and also does an excellent podcast with Paul Gift and Jason Cruz called Show Money which covers the business side of MMA. We spoke about the fighters antitrust lawsuit against the UFC, the bill in Congress to extend the Ali Act to MMA, the movement to organize MMA fighters into a union or association and what the sport of boxing can learn from what's going on in MMA. It was an excellent discussion - enjoy!
2018-03-191h 35
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #7 - Tim SmithMy guest on this podcast is Tim Smith, VP of Communications at Haymon Sports and the PBC. Tim was a boxing writer for many years prior to taking his position at the PBC. We spoke about Tim's years as a boxing writer, the PBC's pursuit of a TV deal on free TV, the PBC's potential teaming up with Dana White and the UFC, Top Rank's deal on ESPN, the WBSS and Floyd Mayweather potentially fighting in the UFC. Great discussion - enjoy!
2018-02-201h 30
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #6 - Evan RutkowskiMy guest on this podcast is Evan Rutkowsky, former manager of marketing strategy at HBO. Evan is also the author of a great new podcast titled Fistianados, where he gives his take on what television network executives are looking at when they survey the current fight scene. We spoke in depth about Top Rank's deal on ESPN as well as the PBC's situation and why no network has picked up the WBSS. It was a fun discussion - enjoy!
2018-02-041h 10
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #5 - Scott ShafferMy guest on this podcast is Scott Shaffer, litigation attorney and Partner at Olshan, Frome and Wolosky, as well as a longtime senior boxing writer at Boxingtalk.com. Scott has represented some of the top promoters in the sport including Sauerland Promotions, DiBella Entertainment and Gary Shaw, as well as world champions such as Ricky Hatton. We look at what's ahead in 2018 as far as major fights. We also take a look at what will happen with the PBC possibly joining forces with the UFC, year two of Top Rank's ESPN deal as well as where HBO goes from here...
2018-01-221h 59
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #4 - Brin Jonathan ButlerMy guest on this podcast is Brin-Jonathan Butler, author of the critically acclaimed memoir on Cuba, The Domino Diaries, as well as one of the preeminent boxing journalists. We review the major events, issues and fights in the sport of boxing in 2017. Great conversation, hope you enjoy it.
2018-01-011h 31
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #3 - John HornewerMy guest on this podcast is John Hornewer, one of the premier attorneys and boxer representatives in the sport. We talk about some of the great fighters he's represented including Lennox Lewis, Chris Byrd, Roy Jones, Jr., Floyd Mayweather and Vasyl Lomachenko. Really fun and informative conversation.
2017-12-071h 34
The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #2 - Patrick EnglishMy guest on this podcast is Patrick English, long-time counsel to Main Events. We talk about some of the historic litigation and events he's taken part in as counsel. We also talk about the Ali Act, the IBF scandal, the PBC, as well as the likelihood of a boxing league.
2017-11-061h 29The Boxing Esq. PodcastBoxing Esq. Podcast #1 - IntroductionBoxing Esq. Podcast #1 - Introduction by Kurt Emhoff
2017-11-0503 min