This week on the Blast Boxing Podcast, Fitz and Matt are joined by one of the biggest characters in boxing—Lewis Van Poetsch.

With 168 fights under his belt and a lineup of larger-than-life personas, “Poochi” has done it all. Known for his elaborate ring entrances and ability to switch personalities like gloves, Lewis shares tales from life on the road that sound more like movie scripts than real life.

Now making the transition from fighter to referee, he opens up about stepping through the ropes in a whole new way.

Tune in for wild stories, laughs, and a look behind the curtain at one of boxing’s most beloved journeymen

This week on the Blast Boxing Podcast, Fitz and Matt sit down with Marty Earls, founder of Tuff2Talk—the official charity of the show. Marty shares his journey in boxing, how the sport shaped his life, and the deeply personal reasons behind launching Tuff2Talk. In this raw and powerful episode, they tackle tough topics like mental health, suicide, and the transformative impact boxing can have on these often-overlooked issues. A moving conversation filled with honesty and hope—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

This week, we’re joined by a true legend of British boxing—‘The Camden Caretaker’ Robbie Chapman.

Robbie is what’s known as a journeyman in boxing, but don’t let that title fool you. With nearly 70 fights under his belt, he’s a highly skilled and incredibly tough fighter who has shared the ring with some of the best.

He sits down with Fitz and Matt to reveal why he chose to fight in the away corner, what it’s really like stepping into the ring almost every week, and the sacrifices that come with being one of the sport’s most underrated but vital figures.

Robbie also shares some unbelievable stories from life on the road—proving why he’s one of the most respected fighters in the game. Plus, hear why Fitz is such a huge fan of his!

This is a must-listen for any boxing fan who wants to understand the grit, resilience, and dedication it takes to be a journeyman

Peter Cain - boxer, actor and raconteur talks boxing, Miss World, Film and modelling in Spain.

A BLAST Boxing Podcast exclusive middleweight contender tells his life in boxing. Peter won the prestigious Southern Area Title and defeated the popular Jimmy Batten twice as a professional in boxing career spanning over 100 fights as an amateur and professional.

Frank Greaves is a former professional fighter. Current Head Trainer, Cut man & Hand wrap Specialist with over 30 years experience in the Sport including 15 years as a trainer.

Frank has worked with every level of fighter, from White Collar Novice to World Level Professionals & pretty much everything in between the two.

If you want to learn the noble art of boxing, improve your skills, learn different techniques of simply benefit from the all-around fitness that boxing training provides then come along to ‘The Ring’ and train one to one with Frank in London.

Former Southern Area Champion talks openly about his life with Bi polar, ADHD, running a gym and trying to become a champion.

Ben day is the original Benjamin Button seemingly getting younger each year. Ben hopes to resume his boxing career at 46 in 2025.

Harvey Dykes: Rising Heavyweight Contender

Harvey Dykes is one of the most exciting prospects in professional boxing today. Boasting an undefeated record of 5-0 as of February 2025, Dykes has quickly made a name for himself in the heavyweight division. His journey to the professional ranks was paved with success in the amateur scene, where he was crowned Male Under 92kg champion, representing the renowned Hillcrest Amateur Boxing Club.

Dykes’ dominance in the amateur circuit earned him the title of England’s #1 ranked amateur heavyweight, a testament to his dedication, work ethic, and natural talent. Now, as he continues his professional career, he’s capturing the attention of boxing fans and insiders alike with his powerful performances in the ring.

On this podcast, we dive into Harvey Dykes’ journey, exploring his roots in amateur boxing, his transition to the professional ranks, and what the future holds for this rising star. Whether you’re a die-hard boxing fan or just discovering the sport, this is your chance to get to know one of the sport’s brightest young talents.

Stay tuned as we bring you exclusive insights, interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories from Harvey Dykes’ promising career!

Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Anthony Ogogo, Olympic bronze medallist and professional boxer. From the highs of the 2012 London Olympics to the challenges of injury and reinvention, Anthony shares his passion for boxing, his toughest battles, and what it takes to fight both inside and outside the ring.

This week’s podcast features former EBU European Champion Lauren Parker, sharing her extraordinary and challenging journey in boxing. Lauren opens up about how her amateur career was abruptly cut short and how a back operation almost ended her career entirely.

She reveals the incredible lengths she went to in order to stay in the sport, including raising £20,000 and promoting her own fight—right down to collecting the judges from the airport! Lauren’s story is one of resilience, determination, and the tough realities of the boxing world. It’s an inspirational episode you won’t want to miss.

With victories over Tyler Denny, now the European champion, and John Harding Jr, as well as his closely contested split decision loss to Denzel Bentley for the British title, Udofia has established himself as one of the fighters at the top of the domestic pile.