The First Round with Darren Barker
The First Round with Darren Barker
Podcast Description
Step into the ring with former world champion Darren Barker as he sits down with boxing’s biggest names to uncover the stories behind their rise, their battles, and their glory. From career-defining moments to personal struggles, get raw, unfiltered insights into the lives of the sport’s elite. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just getting started, this is boxing at its realest—up close and personal.
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The podcast focuses on a wide range of boxing-related topics, including personal stories of triumph and struggle, career milestones, and behind-the-scenes insights. Episodes delve into moments such as Chris Billam-Smith's journey from hardship to becoming a champion, Tony Bellew's reflections on his career battles, and Conor Benn's controversial rise and redemption, emphasizing the emotional depth of athletes' lives beyond the ring.
Step into the ring with former world champion Darren Barker as he sits down with boxing’s biggest names to uncover the stories behind their rise, their battles, and their glory. From career-defining moments to personal struggles, get raw, unfiltered insights into the lives of the sport’s elite. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just getting started, this is boxing at its realest—up close and personal.
Follow us to make sure you never miss an Episode!
https://www.youtube.com/@firstroundtv
This one wasn’t planned. In the middle of NYC traffic, a chance Uber ride turned into a once-in-a-lifetime conversation with **Shannon “The Cannon” Briggs** – and it’s one of the most emotional episodes we’ve ever recorded.
The former World Heavyweight Champion opens up like never before about:
– Growing up homeless in Brownsville, Brooklyn
– His first fight at 16, sparked by fear of crossing a bridge
– George Foreman’s power & Lennox Lewis’ greatness
– Regret, redemption, and the hunt for a perfect trainer
– Life after boxing: cannabis, acting, family, legacy
– Mental health, motivation, addiction, and survival
– His Mount Rushmore of Boxing (surprising picks!)
If you’re a boxing fan, a fighter, or just someone chasing a dream — this episode is for you. LET’S GO CHAMP.
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