Get ready for a knock-out episode of the B-side! On episode 36, we're sitting down with Australian boxing legend Nader Hamdan. Once ranked No.2 in the world behind Oscar De La Hoya in 2003, Nader has fought some of the biggest names in the sport, including Anthony Mundine, Arthur Abraham, Sam Soliman, and John Wayne Parr.

But Nader's not just a one-trick pony, he's also thrown his gloves into the entertainment ring, appearing on hit shows like The Contender, East West, Mr Inbetween, The Ropes, Heartbreak High, and Underbelly.

In this episode, Nader opens up about his incredible journey from a bullied child growing up in the diverse and working-class suburb of Marrickville, to becoming an out-of-control teenager, to finding his passion for fighting at the Newtown Police boys club, where he met trainer and fellow Marrickville legend, world champion boxer Jeff Fenech.

Nader shares the details of his toughest fight, the drive that kept him on his feet through serious injuries, and how he earned the nickname 'Lionheart'. He also talks about what happens behind the scenes of a fight promotion, the rules of trash talk, and how he caught the attention of some of the world's best boxers.

Nader also talks about his son Hassan Hamdan, who is following in his father's footsteps and is being coached by Jeff Fenech himself. He talks about how proud he is of his son's progress in the boxing scene and the joy of passing on his knowledge and experience to the next generation.

But the real heart of this episode is Nader's powerful message of discipline, respect, and self-belief and his mission to help bring direction to troubled youth.

Don't miss this cracking episode of the B-side. Nader is a true champion and a beautiful soul, and I know you'll enjoy it as much as I did. Cheers!

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