Listen on Apple & Spotify:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slapson/id1757942775

https://open.spotify.com/show/0tCK46xT2ovYHLgFA6H4oQ?si=7d0a22cf88f149e3

Intro music: KNOCKOUT · Pözzi | @pozzimusic2975

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Joe Scott interviews Anthony Blackburn, the reigning champion of Power Slap, as they discuss the upcoming title match, the evolution of the slap fighting sport, and the importance of showmanship in creating an entertaining experience for fans. Blackburn shares his journey, training regimen, and aspirations for the future, emphasizing the need for competitors to stand out and engage with the audience.

Sound Bites

"This is gonna be crazy"

"It's gonna be huge"

"It's all about the show now"

Takeaways

I really wish time would go faster.

This is gonna be crazy.

You can't draw this up any better.

It's a crazy, crazy energy in the room.

You want to watch the whole thing.

It's time baby, not up or shut up.

If you work hard enough, you can make anything happen.

Stand out, 100% is what I tell them.

You gotta have something instead of just walking back.

It's all about the show now.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Power Slap 13

01:06 Anticipation for the Championship Match

03:07 The Energy of the Fight Card

05:45 The Venue and Audience Experience

08:18 Career Trajectory and Future Plans

11:14 The Importance of Showmanship

13:48 Inspiration and Hard Work

16:18 Closing Remarks and Social Media

#powerslap #babyface #powerslap13