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EDIT- I have included my response to Fmr Heavyweight Champion Deyontay Wilder's Firey UK Interview on the Talk Sport Boxing Podcast, and his delusional accusations that Tyson Fury cheated when he destoryed Wilder in their final bout.

I urge all who are curious to see their interview. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwKZhZywsPQ

Welcome to a special edition of Word Balloon, doubling as a new installment of The Big Bout Podcast, where I get to scratch that old boxing reporter itch and dive deep into the sweet science.

This time, I’m joined by one of the most respected voices in boxing journalism: Bill Detloff. A longtime writer and editor for The Ring magazine, Bill’s been ringside for some of the sport’s most pivotal moments and has chronicled both its legends and its lost souls with unmatched insight.

We’ll be talking about his latest book, Ring Theory, a sharp, thought-provoking collection of essays that digs into boxing’s culture, characters, and contradictions.

From reflections on heavyweight mythology to the changing face of modern pugilism, Bill brings decades of experience and a genuine love for the fight game to the conversation. Whether you’re a hardcore historian or just catching up on the current scene, this one’s for anyone who still believes in the power of two fighters and one ring. Let’s talk fights.

Welcome to The Big Bout Podcast—part of the Word Balloon Network.Today we’re going ringside with one of the best boxing minds in the game—historian and author William Dettloff. We’re digging into the treasure trove of vintage fights now streaming on YouTube, reliving the glory days of the ring with expert insight and behind-the-scenes context you won’t find anywhere else. From underappreciated classics to legendary brawls, we’re throwing it back and breaking it down. Then, we shift gears and look ahead—previewing the big matchups on the horizon, from rising stars to long-awaited grudge matches, and what fight fans should be watching for in the coming months. So lace up—The Big Bout starts now.

A boxing discussion with my friends from Ringside Seat. Cat Johnson has uncovered some not too pleasent stories about the 1930s heavyweight champion Max Baer. We also discuss the current Heavyweight Division, and preview The upcoming Fury Vs Usyk Unification fight

The Hall Of Fame scribe talks about the current Ukrainian fighters and how the Russian Conflict is effecting the sport. We also look at other historic fighters affected by civil wars in their countries, and other international war hero boxers.

Don recalls his days as a Manger and Promoter telling tales of Angelo Dundee Tony DeMarco Boxing in the 80s and 90s along with analyzing the current Heavyweight division after all these current fights

My thoughts on the big fight, plus from 1955 a conversation with Fight announcer Jimmy Powers and one of the few reporters who Picked Tunney over Dempsey in their first fight Harry Grayson

Recapping Usyk vs Joshua, previewing Canelo Vs Plant, Fury Wilder 3, talking De LaHoya, Chavez, Ali Tyson Leonard and more

First My thoughts on the Usyk Vs Joshua Upset, and the future of the heavyweight division.

we also look at The Playhouse 90 original tv production of Requiem For a Heavyweight
written by Rod Serling Directed by Ralph Nelson and starring Jack palance
and the father and son actors Ed Wynn and Keenan Wynn.
What happens to a fighter when a ring injury stops his career?

The Ringside Seat Editors Preview the current issue 15, and Upcoming Fights, Including The Heavyweight match up this Saturday Joshua Vs Usyk

The former Ring Magazine editor in chief discusses his new book Travels With Mary Jane and previews The Manny Pacquiao Vs Yordenis Ugas bout this Saturday night