On episode 230 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by former undisputed middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik. Then Montero discusses the new fight schedule released by Showtime Boxing, the upcoming exhibition between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr, wins by Oscar Valdez on ESPN and Vergil Ortiz Jr on DAZN, and a preview of this week's action including the kickoff of Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Fight Camp. https://youtu.be/6lmnA4NjCkE
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 44 min
Mike Tyson is fighting Roy Jones - what?! With Jake Paul on the undercard... Showtime Boxing just announced a loaded fall schedule with two PPV cards, what does this mean for Fox, ESPN and DAZN? Naazim Richardson, a great trainer, has passed away, may he rest in peace. Grab a beer and chat with Montero On Boxing, it's Friday!! https://youtu.be/hsGVERBNuYM
Jul 24, 2020•1 hr 27 min
On episode 229 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by special guest Charles Conwell (12-0, 9 KOs). Also, Montero discusses the tragic death of Travell Mazion, the ongoing soap opera surrounding the next fight for Canelo Alvarez, the upcoming fight schedule, and wins by Mikaela Mayer and Felix Verdejo. Montero also previews this week's schedule including Oscar Valdez vs Jayson Velez, Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Samuel Vargas, and takes calls from the listeners. https://you...
Jul 20, 2020•1 hr 21 min
On episode 228 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero talks about Jamel Herring testing positive for COVID-19 for the second time, the ongoing drama between Ryan Garcia and Oscar de la Hoya of Golden Boy Promotions, more ridiculous rhetoric from Devin Haney, more fights hitting the fall schedule, and the show moving over to The Ring's youtube channel. Montero also gives thoughts on the UFC Fight Island main event between Kamaru Usman and Jorge Masvidal, and gives a review and...
Jul 13, 2020•1 hr 31 min
Big news for the "Montero On Boxing" family. The Neutral Corner boxing podcast has been picked up by The Ring and will soon be featured on Ring's YouTube channel (youtube.com/TheRingDigital) and web site (RingTV.com). Michael Montero details what will change and what will remain the same going forward.
Jul 08, 2020•6 min
On episode 227 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by Scott Graveson of "Asian Boxing" to discuss the fight scene in the far east. Montero also opines on Billy Joe Saunders talking himself out of a fight with Canelo Alvarez, Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas being held by Top Rank for the third Fury vs Wilder bout, Marsellos Wilder talking about his brother's "autopsy", upcoming fight news and more. https://youtu.be/gT3vqE0cwBo
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 17 min
On episode 226 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by guest Jonathan Leir to discuss Jarrell Miller testing positive for PEDS for a third time. Montero also discusses the latest news including positive COVID-19 test for Jamel herring and Roberto Duran, Fox canceling the "Inside PBC Boxing" series and laying off employees, upcoming fights announced for Vergil Ortiz Jr, Regis Prograis and others, Dillian Whyte vs Alexander Povetkin, Daniel Dubois vs Joe Joyce, wins...
Jun 30, 2020•1 hr 55 min
On episode 225 of Then Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on a bunch of News & Notes including Dillian Whyte taking legal action against the WBC, Ryan Garcia beefing with Oscar De La Hoya, fan reaction to Anthony Joshua's controversial racial comments, and upcoming fights on the schedule. Montero also gives insight into the recent Top Rank shows: their ratings on ESPN, reported fighter purses, criticism from fans and other promotional groups. https://youtu.be/3JLU...
Jun 22, 2020•1 hr 6 min
On Tuesday, June 9 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Top Rank put on the first boxing card in the United States since the COVID-19 shutdown. The event was broadcast live from "The Bubble" in the MGM Grand on ESPN. Let's review the action! The show featured more commentator bloviating, vignettes and political pandering and parroting than actual fighting - with only 17 round fought during the 3 hour+ broadcast. In the main event, featherweight prospect (and WBO world title holder) Shakur Stevenson stopped Fel...
Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 3 min
On episode 224 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by special guest Gabriel Flores Jr (17-0, 6 KOs) of Stockton, California. Montero also previews Tuesday and Thursday shows from Top Rank on ESPN, and covers the latest breaking news. https://youtu.be/d-ep4uTvdrA
Jun 08, 2020•1 hr 13 min
On episode 223 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the return of boxing, the Lance Armstrong documentary on ESPN and the recent looting and riots nationwide in the United States. No guest this week, just open phone lines for open dicussion. Anything goes!! https://youtu.be/HDMcKiB2WCw
May 31, 2020•1 hr 23 min
It's Friday, it's Quarantine, and you ain't got shit to do! Let's chat, nothing is out of bounds. Join in for some great chat on the YouTube live feed, plus some outstanding calls from around the world. https://youtu.be/fKQxizo0fVA
May 29, 2020•1 hr 48 min
Michael Montero returns to SB Nation Radio for another segment on the Dave Smith show to discuss the return of Mike Tyson, the possibility of a rematch between Floyd Mayweather and either Manny Pacquiao or Conor McGregor, the delayed SpaceX launch, and more!
May 28, 2020•16 min
On episode 222 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by Ken Rideout of "The Fight with Teddy Atlas" show. They take a look back at the first bout between Arturo Gatti and Micky Ward (18 years ago today), discuss Tom Brady going to Tampa Bay, working with Teddy Atlas and more.
May 18, 2020•1 hr 36 min
On episode 221 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the UFC 249 card in Florida and when boxing will be back. Also, special guest Tom Loeffler joins the show to discuss what's next for Gennadiy Golovkin and more. https://youtu.be/lrqJ-yjxT9I
May 11, 2020•1 hr 57 min
Former WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker (27-2, 21 KOs) of New Zealand talks with Ring magazine writer Michael Montero about his viral social media videos during the COVID-19 lockdown, family life, the best he's faced in his boxing career and what's next.
May 10, 2020•32 min
On episode 220 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by WBO super feather weight title holder Jamel Herring. The New York native won his title last May with a dominant points win over Japan's Masayuki Ito, and has since defended it once, against Lamont Roach of Washington DC. Could a big match up against 2016 fighter of the year Carl Frampton be next? https://youtu.be/-V-rmiCMU0g
May 04, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Is Canelo Alvarez Caucasian or Mexican? What if I told you, HE'S BOTH. Let's talk about the differences between Nationality, Ethnicity and Race, and how they factor in boxing. Have you taken a DNA/ancestry test? If so, what were your results? https://youtu.be/dnzlwSF6TfI
May 01, 2020•22 min
On episode 219 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by sportscaster Todd Grisham. The Alabama native currently does fight commentary for DAZN and has worked with ESPN, WWE, Glory kickboxing and the UFC as well. https://youtu.be/Q3HKIFyS5IA
Apr 27, 2020•1 hr 18 min
Time for another ASK ME ANYTHING with Montero On Boxing so get your questions in! Also, more on the controversial, racially-based comments from Devin Haney, and wise insight from Paulie Malignaggi in a recent interview with IFL TV. Montero also looks at RING's annual pound for pound ratings going back to 1989 to provide an example of the demographic shift in boxing. https://youtu.be/wEPUE-5coIQ
Apr 23, 2020•25 min
On episode 218 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on Devin Haney's controversial "white boy" rhetoric during a recent fan interview. Special guests Felipe Leon and Renzo Novara of BoxeoTijuanaTV join the show to discuss the latest in boxing. https://youtu.be/mqJemURPAgI
Apr 20, 2020•1 hr 28 min
On episode 217 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by Mark Carey from "Unrivaled Boxing Talk" of Ireland. https://youtu.be/Ju9UVIJ-Nq4
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 11 min
Michael Montero names the fighters he feels qualify for the top 20 best heavyweights over the last 30 years (1990-2020), rating them #1 to #20, while giving his rationale along the way. https://youtu.be/S6YZWU40Ajc
Apr 08, 2020•37 min
On episode 216 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero talks about boxing streaming service DAZN desperately needing shoulder programming and better communication to serve their subscribers. Then he speaks with Marty P.Hill, owner of Sweet Science Boxing Club in Atlanta, Georgia. Hill is a certified USA Boxing coach, a former Masters Division champion at light heavyweight, and puts on amateur tournaments in the Atlanta area. https://youtu.be/UU5NqZMcuCU
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 25 min
On episode 215 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by special guest Terel "TstreeT Contoversy" Vann to discuss the latest in boxing news including the continued "glove gate" nonsense from some Deontay Wilder fans, the evolution and growing bias in YouTubers in the fight community, postponements due to the COVID-19 outbreak and more. https://youtu.be/sUqYmbhiUn0
Mar 30, 2020•1 hr 40 min
On episode 214 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero breaks down the latest postponements due to the recent pandemic and when fight fans can expect the schedule to get going again. After that it's an open discussion and "ask me anything" Q & A with callers. https://youtu.be/2pibVF5et94
Mar 23, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Michael Montero joins host Dave Smith on SB Nation Radio to discuss how the corona virus has blown up the boxing schedule, the latest with Canelo Alvarez, Lomachenko vs Lopez, the heavyweight division, and more.
Mar 20, 2020•20 min
Hard truth on the controversial history between Tyson Fury, Nandrolone, UKAD (UK Anti-Doping), the BBBofC (British Boxing Board of Control), opportunistic YouTube hacks and the fight press. https://youtu.be/6XUVATBQj0o
Mar 18, 2020•1 hr 13 min
On episode 213 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by special guest Gayle Falkenthal of Communities Digital news to discuss how the Corona Virus pandemic has destroyed the spring boxing schedule. They also comment on the state of Public Relations in the fight game, Women's Boxing, and more. https://youtu.be/4onSLo4Cmcc
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Michael Montero is joined by Kenny Keith and Vince Cummings of "The Boxing Rant" podcast to have some real talk on the current state of the heavyweight division. Overly sensitive and hyperbolic types may want to sit this one out because it's gonna be FACTS OVER FEELINGS. Get your popcorn and your beer ready!!! https://youtu.be/_cLRKzD7ZI4
Mar 13, 2020•1 hr 45 min
