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🎙️ BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Melissa McMorrow: Bay Area Boxing Royalty & Hall of Fame Trailblazer
In this powerhouse episode of Silicon Sports Spectator, host Joe Machine sits down with International Women’s Boxing Hall of Famer Melissa McMorrow—aka “The Mighty Poderosa”—for a candid, wide-ranging conversation that spans decades of grit, glory, and groundbreaking moments in women’s boxing.
From her surprise pro debut at the Playboy Mansion to championship bouts in Germany and Mexico, Melissa shares the highs and hurdles of a 10-year career that helped pave the way for today’s rising stars. A proud San Jose native, she reflects on Fight Nights at the Tank, her Bay Area training roots, and the evolution of women’s sports visibility—from custom-made gear to million-dollar purses.
We dive into:
🥇 Her world title win against a 29–0 German fighter
🏟️ Fighting in front of hometown crowds at SAP Center
🧠Balancing boxing with a career in architecture and tech
đź’Ş Her role as a California fight judge and mentor
📣 The economics of women’s boxing and the power of fan support
🧵 Beautiful Brawlers and the amateur scene
🔥 Why she still believes she could beat today’s titleholders (but won’t)
Melissa’s story is a testament to perseverance, passion, and the fight for equity in sports. Whether you’re a boxing fan, a Bay Area local, or just love a good underdog story—this one’s for you.
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By The Joe MachineIn this powerhouse episode of Silicon Sports Spectator, host Joe Machine sits down with International Women’s Boxing Hall of Famer Melissa McMorrow—aka “The Mighty Poderosa”—for a candid, wide-ranging conversation that spans decades of grit, glory, and groundbreaking moments in women’s boxing.
From her surprise pro debut at the Playboy Mansion to championship bouts in Germany and Mexico, Melissa shares the highs and hurdles of a 10-year career that helped pave the way for today’s rising stars. A proud San Jose native, she reflects on Fight Nights at the Tank, her Bay Area training roots, and the evolution of women’s sports visibility—from custom-made gear to million-dollar purses.
We dive into:
🥇 Her world title win against a 29–0 German fighter
🏟️ Fighting in front of hometown crowds at SAP Center
🧠Balancing boxing with a career in architecture and tech
đź’Ş Her role as a California fight judge and mentor
📣 The economics of women’s boxing and the power of fan support
🧵 Beautiful Brawlers and the amateur scene
🔥 Why she still believes she could beat today’s titleholders (but won’t)
Melissa’s story is a testament to perseverance, passion, and the fight for equity in sports. Whether you’re a boxing fan, a Bay Area local, or just love a good underdog story—this one’s for you.