In Episode 57, we're blessed with the presence of 2011 IBHOF inductee, acclaimed referee Joe Cortez. He shares in-depth details of his early days as a professional boxer, his transition to being the 3rd man in the ring, and vivid recollections of some of the pivotal fights he oversaw.

Be sure to check out his own boxing online show Fair but Firm at www.fairbutfirm.com

In the last part of Episode 56, the panel discusses the status of Vasyl Lomachenko vs Teofimo Lopez lightweight unification championship fight. Slated for September 19 2020, the fight is seemingly in limbo in light of Teofimo's disputes over purses.

Guest Panelists:
Tiffanie Daniels (Wyatt Promotions of Ohio, www.instagram.com/tiffanie.daniels)
Vin Major (creator of www.instagram.com/crimefaces)

In Part 2 of Episode 56, we give our closing thoughts on the interview with Seniesa "Superbad" Estrada, coming off her recent 1st Round victory of Miranda Adkins. We preview on what's to immediately come for "Superbad" Estrada, now 19-0 with 8 KOs, going forward.

We also discuss the upcoming FOX PPV Welterweight championship fight between Errol Spence Jr and Danny Garcia, happening November 21, 2020.

Guest Panelists:
Vin Major (Creator of www.instagram.com/crimefaces)
Tiffanie Daniels (Wyatt Promotions of Ohio, www.instagram.com/tiffanie.daniels)

In Episode 56, Seniesa "Superbad" Estrada (19-0, 8 KO) joins us in the 1st half of the session. We discuss the controversy surrounding her viral 1st Round 7-second KO win over Miranda Adkins. We also get her thoughts on the top names around her division (light flyweight to flyweight) as well as projects outside boxing.

In Episode 55 of The Standing 8 Podcast, we preview Montell "Ice" Griffin's new autobiography The Ice Life (www.theicelifebook.com). We also give our takes on the planned exhibition fight between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. The recent victories of Seniesa "Superbad" Estrada and Vergil Ortiz Jr off their 1st fights since the Covid-19 pandemic are also discussed!

In this episode, we react to our friend Eduardo "El Dorado" Sanchez (of Corcoran, CA) 7/16 Thursday TV debut on Top Rank ESPN bubble series vs Kenny Davis Jr. We also preview a very possible matchup between Ryan Garcia vs Luke Campbell and pay tribute to Travell Mazion.

Undefeated Featherweight prospect Edward "Kid" Vazquez (7-0, 1 KO), of Fort Worth TX, joins us as special guest for Episode 53! We get to know more about his backstory, his extreme work ethic outside the ring, as well as the obstacles he went through in securing the upcoming 7/14/2020 televised fight on Top Rank / ESPN card.

Discussing some of the major fights that occurred this past week and the recent tension between Goldenboy Promotions prospect Ryan Garcia and Oscar De La Hoya. Also react to news of American Heavyweight Jarrell Miller testing positive for PEDs, resulting in his July 9th comeback being cancelled.

We discuss boxing's televised debut week from the Covid-19 pandemic shutdown, which was headlined by Shakur Stevenson testing the waters at the 130 lb division. We also preview a very possible fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua amidst their verbal agreement.

Will Montero from Sidestep Boxing joins us as special guest panelist

Joining us in Episode 50 is rising amateur Keith Colon from Newark, New Jersey. Ranked USA #2 in 2019 at 110 pounds. He trains out of the Ironbound Boxing Academy. Mike Steadman, founder of the Ironbound Boxing brand, also joins us as special guest. We get to know more about their backstory, goals, and more in this episode!

Keith Colon IG - https://www.instagram.com/officialkeithcolon/

Mike Steadman IG - https://www.instagram.com/ironmikesteadman/

More on Ironbound Boxing - https://ironboundboxing.org/