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Glass Joe wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 04:02 Hasim Rahman isavailable now on spotifity

Nightmare Roy wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 08:13

Glass Joe wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 04:02 Hasim Rahman isavailable now on spotifity

Half way through it now, had no idea he was a big time gangster before boxing, making 40 thousand a day selling gear

SeanBrennan wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 12:37

Nightmare Roy wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 08:13

Glass Joe wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 04:02 Hasim Rahman isavailable now on spotifity

Half way through it now, had no idea he was a big time gangster before boxing, making 40 thousand a day selling gear

I knew he'd been involved in crime before he converted/reverted, I always chuckle at the amount they said they made a day though.

Nightmare Roy wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 12:39

SeanBrennan wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 12:37

Nightmare Roy wrote: ↑19 Oct 2023, 08:13

Half way through it now, had no idea he was a big time gangster before boxing, making 40 thousand a day selling gear

I knew he'd been involved in crime before he converted/reverted, I always chuckle at the amount they said they made a day though.

Yeah it does seem excessive, sounds like he was a bit of a kingpin though, he seems sound now though, head screwed on with a decent sense of humor, well worth a listen.

qatarm wrote: ↑26 Oct 2023, 16:38 Boxing Life Stories continues to deliver in spades.
I was deeply impressed with the Rahman interview, it was a really interesting listen and Rahman came across very eloquently.
I didn’t expect the discussion to be anywhere near as insightful or intelligent as it was.

Deserter wrote: ↑30 Nov 2023, 08:21 Just listened to the julius Francis one and it's the best i've heard in absolutely ages, an absolute cracker imo. Covers everything from his crazy experiences in Russia through to THAT Boxpark incident, but while it's super entertaining, it's also deep and thoughtful in places.

Also think it's one of the best examples ever of where someone who doesn't know boxing should listen and appreciate the reality behind the one-dimensional perception, as Julius is super thoughtful and considered about his life - i won't spoil it, but the way he reflects on the Boxpark situation and then talks about his friendship with Kellie Maloney really showcases what a special, nuanced individual he is. Absolutely shatters the stereotyped box many would try to fit him in. Nothing but big love for the big man after listening to this.

Deserter wrote: ↑30 Nov 2023, 08:21 Just listened to the julius Francis one and it's the best i've heard in absolutely ages, an absolute cracker imo. Covers everything from his crazy experiences in Russia through to THAT Boxpark incident, but while it's super entertaining, it's also deep and thoughtful in places.

Also think it's one of the best examples ever of where someone who doesn't know boxing should listen and appreciate the reality behind the one-dimensional perception, as Julius is super thoughtful and considered about his life - i won't spoil it, but the way he reflects on the Boxpark situation and then talks about his friendship with Kellie Maloney really showcases what a special, nuanced individual he is. Absolutely shatters the stereotyped box many would try to fit him in. Nothing but big love for the big man after listening to this.
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ah did not know this had landed, going to give it a watch. cheers.

Controversial wrote: ↑16 Oct 2023, 18:12

emallini wrote: ↑15 Sep 2023, 11:59 Jamie Speight episode is good.

I’m on this one, yes quite good so far. Interesting that reading Damage prompted his retirement

wrighty wrote: ↑30 Nov 2023, 21:19

Controversial wrote: ↑16 Oct 2023, 18:12

emallini wrote: ↑15 Sep 2023, 11:59 Jamie Speight episode is good.

I’m on this one, yes quite good so far. Interesting that reading Damage prompted his retirement

I want to get that book, any good?

wrighty wrote: ↑30 Nov 2023, 21:19

Controversial wrote: ↑16 Oct 2023, 18:12

emallini wrote: ↑15 Sep 2023, 11:59 Jamie Speight episode is good.

I’m on this one, yes quite good so far. Interesting that reading Damage prompted his retirement

I want to get that book, any good?

THEBUTCH wrote: ↑01 Dec 2023, 17:39 Ellis had extremely fast hands and looked great when letting his shots go.

Unfortunately when his bubble burst he never truly recovered. His punch resistance & toughness were poor.

There were a few decent domestic wins, although I think Harry Senior dropped him 5 times and still lost their 8 rounder on points.

I think it was one of the Hyland brothers promoting him who claimed Ellis would become boxing's first billionaire.

Even at Cruiserweight Magic Matthew would struggle when his opponents put it on him.

Coco wrote: ↑01 Dec 2023, 18:29 Ellis was a bit of a god in the amateurs, maybe it went to his head, was never in great shape, should never have been a heavy

emallini wrote: ↑02 Dec 2023, 07:05 Yes Francis one was good. Always enjoy the domestic ones from the 90s/2000s era.