Episodes

Step inside the ropes with Sachery Sam (3-0, 2 KOs), a dynamic young professional boxing prospect hailing from Stockton, California. Go beyond the fight stats as Sachery shares the personal story behind his undefeated record. Hear about his upbringing, the strength he draws from his faith, his dedicated amateur career, the invaluable guidance of being trained by his father, and his vision for conquering the professional boxing landscape.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Ali Benjamin, the driving force behind Benjamin's Boxing in San Ramon, California. Ali's journey is one of resilience and transformation. He shares his story of how boxing kept pulling him back, a constant thread in his life. We dive deep into his past, including a year spent in prison, and how that experience became a catalyst for change. Hear how he channeled his newfound motivation into building his own boxing gym, navigating the challenges and rewar...

How does a Sacramento boxer go from local sensation to training with Freddy Roach? We sit down with "Sugar" Cain Sandoval (15-0, 13 KOs) to find out. Hear how this undefeated knockout artist earned his spot at the Wild Card Boxing Club. Cain details his upbringing, his powerful amateur career, and the pivotal moments that led him to Roach's gym. We explore the impact of training with a legend and what it means for Cain's future in the professional boxing world. Tune in for an exclusive look insi...

This week, we sit down with Jack Firenze, a real estate agent whose life story takes an unexpected turn. Jack grew up in an upper-middle-class environment, enjoying comforts and opportunities many only dream of. By his own admission, adversity was a stranger. Yet, beneath the surface of a seemingly charmed life, Jack struggled with a lack of confidence that held him back both personally and professionally. In this candid conversation, Jack reveals how he discovered the transformative power of bo...

This week, we're joined by Coach Abe, the driving force behind Roseville Boxing Academy. Abe sits down with Jose to share his inspiring story, from his own experiences in the ring to his journey of building and running a successful boxing gym. They delve into the gritty realities of competitive boxing, discussing the highs and lows, the dedication required, and the lessons learned. Abe offers invaluable insights into the world of coaching, exploring the challenges and rewards of shaping the next...

We're thrilled to kick off Season 5, and this season, we're taking a direct hit to the sweet science – boxing! For the past four seasons, we've explored a wide range of topics, but now, we're lacing up our gloves and stepping into the ring. This season, Jose is making a 100% pivot, dedicating every episode to the world of boxing. Get ready for powerful conversations with boxing coaches, seasoned fighters, influential promoters, and individuals whose lives have been dramatically shaped by this in...

This week, we sit down with Mustafa Meekins, a powerful voice from Atlanta, Georgia, whose life story is a testament to the transformative power of boxing. Mustafa candidly shares his experiences with incarceration and how, during that time, he discovered the discipline and focus that boxing provided. He opens up about his journey from inmate to coach, detailing his commitment to giving back to his community. Mustafa discusses the importance of his inner-city gym and his passion for providing a ...

In this episode Xavier Martinez (18-2)and Andy Vences (23-5-1) two boxers who had excellent professional careers share with us their journeys through the amateurs, to the professional ranks where both got deals with the biggest promotion companies in the business. They also talk about what they would have done different and what they plan to do in the future.

In this episode Pharmacist Phillip Nguyen joins the show. He shares his family journey, His upbringing and what brought him to start boxing. He talks about what boxing has done for him and what his future holds after boxing.

In this episode assistant coach Raymond Romero - Stafford joins the show to share his upbringing and how boxing changed the trajectory of his life. He then shares how he ended up as a coach at Jose Morales Boxing Academy.