From Amateur Dreams to World Title Aspirations | Craig “Spider” Richards Interview 🕷️🥊 Step inside the ring with Craig “Spider” Richards as he joins hosts Joseph J. Jones 🎤 and Fabian Collymore 🏃‍♂️ on The Champion and Contender Podcast. Craig keeps it real 💯 — from his amateur beginnings 🥇 to chasing that world title 🌍🏆. He talks about career highs & lows 📈📉, fight preparations 🔥, navigating the boxing industry 💼, training insights 💪, and the emotional side of fighting friends 🤝🥊. If you’re a boxing fan 🥊, fighter in training 🏋️‍♂️, or love hearing the mindset of champions 💎, this episode is for you! ✨

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Episode Breakdown ⏱️

00:00 🎧 Welcome to the Champ and Contender Podcast

00:29 🕷️ Meet Craig “Spider” Richards

01:01 🥊 Early Boxing Journey & Career Highlights

02:11 ⚔️ Facing Challenges and Rivals

07:58 ⚖️ Weight Classes & Training Demands

10:05 🚀 The Turning Point: Going Pro

26:08 💼 Navigating the Business of Boxing

29:55 🔑 The Locksmith Incident & Game Time

32:45 🥊 Choosing Between Boxers

35:11 😢 Fighting Friends: The Emotional Dilemma

38:44 🥋 Training & Sparring Insights

45:51 🧠 The Best Coaches & Their Influence

53:43 🎭 Boxing Politics & Career Longevity

57:17 😂 Random Fun Questions

01:02:45 👋 Final Thoughts & Farewell

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In this exciting episode of The Champ and Contender Podcast, hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore sit down with Finley 'The Captain' James, a promising super welterweight contender with a record of 7-0. Finley shares his journey from being a successful amateur boxer to making a name for himself in the professional boxing world. The conversation dives deep into the intricacies of boxing, from dealing with promotional challenges to the technical aspects of the sport. Finley also opens up about his training experiences with notable figures like Tyson Fury and Billy Joe Saunders, his future ambitions in the sport, and the valuable life lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're a boxing enthusiast or just curious about the sport, this episode offers a unique perspective on what it takes to be a champion contender.

00:00 Welcome to the Champion Contender Podcast

00:21 Introducing Finley 'The Captain' James

00:55 Finley's Boxing Journey and Style

02:01 The Competitive World of Boxing

04:42 Growing Up in the Boxing Scene

05:46 The Importance of Community and Mentorship

09:19 Challenges and Experiences in Amateur Boxing

14:31 Training with Mark Tibs

30:43 Balancing Boxing and Life

43:49 Experiencing World Champions

46:41 Lessons from Billy Joe Saunders

49:49 The Evolution of Boxing Culture

51:00 The Future of Boxing Prospects

52:27 Boxing's Changing Landscape

55:37 Boxing Ethics and Gym Culture

01:00:28 The Impact of Social Media on Boxing

01:02:24 Boxing Legends and Iconic Fights

01:17:44 Boxing Strategy and Ring Craft

01:23:14 Advice for Aspiring Boxers

Welcome to another episode of the Champion Contender Podcast!

Hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore sit down with one of the best local comedians, Josh James.

Dive into the fascinating world of comedy, as Josh shares his journey from his early days to becoming a well-respected stand-up comedian. Explore engaging conversations about the challenges and triumphs of the comedy circuit, sobriety, balancing family life, and much more.

This episode is packed with humour, insightful anecdotes, and valuable life lessons straight from Josh’s experiences. Don't miss out on this entertaining and inspiring episode!

00:00 Welcome to the Champion Contender Podcast

00:32 Introducing Comedian Josh James

01:28 Discussing Flashy Fred and Boxing

04:20 School Days and Sports Memories

14:39 Journey into Comedy

19:25 The Essex Identity Debate

24:00 Challenges and Triumphs in Stand-Up

29:29 Touring and the Comedy Circuit

30:44 The Queen's Theater Experience

31:38 Supporting Local Talent

33:40 Love Island and Reality TV

35:53 Football Allegiances

37:12 Sketches and Social Media

42:02 Podcasting Journey

47:00 Comedy Mentors and Influences

52:53 Comedian Showdown: Shot Stopper

58:15 Comedy Beginnings and Comparisons

58:52 Comedy Contenders: Tom Davis vs. Red Richardson

01:00:01 Biggest Gripe in Comedy

01:00:52 Comedy Legends: Frankie Boyle vs. Sean Walsh

01:05:16 Sobriety and Personal Growth

01:08:38 Balancing Family Life and Comedy

01:10:39 Future Plans and Writing Process

01:23:11 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Comedians