Joshua Quartey is a Ghanaian professional boxer with a strong amateur background. Raised in a boxing family, he excelled in the amateur ranks, winning national titles and representing his country at international tournaments.

After a brief setback due to COVID-19, Quartey turned pro in 2022 and has quickly built an impressive record. Now ranked highly in Ghana and Africa, he aims to become a world champion, particularly the WBC belt.

Beyond boxing, Quartey's dedication to helping orphans and underprivileged individuals reflects his personal journey and commitment to giving back to his community.

02:03 - Boxing Family Background
02:53 - Successful Amateur Career
03:47 - Turning Professional
04:33 - Current Professional Record
04:59 - Signed with US Promotion
16:13 - Upcoming US Debut
18:19 - Aspirations Beyond Boxing

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In this engaging podcast episode, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Rob Vincent, known as 'The Outlaw'. They discuss Rob's journey into boxing, his transition from amateur to professional, the significance of ticket sales in the boxing world, and his aspirations for the future. Rob shares his experiences fighting at iconic venues like York Hall and reflects on the electric feeling he gets before stepping into the ring. The conversation highlights the challenges and realities of being a boxer, including the importance of community support and the drive to succeed in a competitive sport. In this engaging conversation, Rob Vincent shares his aspirations in boxing, particularly his dream of winning the British title. He discusses his rigorous training regimen, the importance of mindfulness, and how fatherhood inspires him to succeed. Rob reflects on his future beyond boxing, including taking over the family business, and engages in a rapid-fire question segment that reveals his preferences and insights about the sport.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to The Outlaw, Rob Vincent
02:56 - Rob's Journey into Boxing
06:00 - The Transition from Amateur to Professional
09:01 - The Importance of Ticket Sales in Boxing
12:03 - Future Aspirations and Goals
14:56 - Fighting Venues and Experiences
17:35 - Aiming for the British Title
19:00 - Training Regimen and Mindfulness
21:12 - Inspiration from Fatherhood
24:00 - Future Aspirations Beyond Boxing
25:59 - Rapid Fire Questions and Insights

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In this episode of the Big Hype podcast, Jonathan Millard interviews Linus Udofia, a professional boxer from Luton. Linus shares his journey into boxing, starting at the age of 17 for self-defence, and discusses the influences that shaped his career. He reflects on the transition from amateur to professional boxing, the differences in training and competition, and the role of journeymen in the sport. Linus also talks about his experiences during title fights, the impact of COVID-19 on his career, and the lessons learned from both victories and losses. He expresses his aspirations for the future, including a potential rematch with Kieran Conway, and shares his plans for life after boxing, including investments in the gym sector. Throughout the conversation, Linus emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and the realities of being a professional boxer.

00:00 - Introduction to Linus Udofia
01:03 - The Journey Begins: Linus's Introduction to Boxing
04:12 - Influences and Inspirations in Boxing
06:42 - Transitioning from Amateur to Professional Boxing
08:28 - The Differences Between Amateur and Professional Fights
10:12 - The Role of Journeymen in Boxing
12:34 - Early Professional Career and Challenges
16:50 - The Reality of Being a Professional Boxer
19:43 - Title Fights and the Impact of COVID-19
20:32 - Experiences During Championship Fights
24:01 - Reflections on Losses and Learning
30:19 - The Importance of Seizing Opportunities
32:14 - Preparing for the Kieran Conway Fight
35:11 - The Aftermath of the Conway Fight
37:13 - Potential Rematch with Kieran Conway
40:40 - Future Aspirations in Boxing
43:45 - Life After Boxing: Plans and Investments
45:40 - Lessons Learned from Boxing
49:25 - Rapid Fire Questions with Linus Udofia

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In this episode of the Big Hype podcast, Jonathan Millard welcomes 'Starboy' Matt Lawrence, a rising star in the boxing world. They discuss the origins of Starboy's name, his journey from struggling with mental health to finding purpose in boxing, and his aspirations for a professional career. Starboy shares insights into his training regimen, the transition from amateur to professional boxing, and his dreams of winning the British title. Beyond boxing, he expresses a passion for acting and music, revealing his desire to create a legacy that extends beyond the ring.

00:00 - The Birth of Starboy
02:16 - From Struggles to the Ring
05:39 - Turning Pro: The Journey Begins
07:42 - Training Transition: Amateur to Professional
12:14 - Aiming for Greatness: Future Aspirations
15:05 - The British Title Dream
18:36 - Life Beyond Boxing: Acting and Music
22:38 - The Starboy Legacy: Future Plans and Goals

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In this engaging podcast episode, Jonathan Millard interviews Sasha Booker, a rising star in the boxing world. Sasha shares her unique journey into boxing, starting from her background in football and how the lockdown led her to discover her passion for the sport. She discusses her transition from amateur to professional boxing, her upcoming debut, and her aspirations to become a world champion. The conversation also touches on the training challenges, the importance of support from coaches and sponsors, and what life might look like after boxing. The episode concludes with a fun quickfire round, revealing Sasha's preferences and personality.

00:00 - Introduction to Sasha Booker
02:01 - Sasha's Journey into Boxing
06:01 - Transitioning from Amateur to Professional Boxing
12:06 - The Road to Professional Debut
17:59 - Future Aspirations and Goals
23:57 - Life Beyond Boxing
30:02 - Quickfire Questions and Wrap-Up

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In this conversation, Jonathan Millard interviews Leanne Bush, a professional boxer, about her journey in combat sports. Leanne shares how she initially got into martial arts and her transition to boxing. They discuss the rise of influencer boxing and its impact on the sport. Leanne also talks about her experiences with weight cutting and the challenges it presents in boxing. Overall, the conversation highlights Leanne's career and sheds light on various aspects of the boxing world. Lianne discusses the challenges she faced with weight cutting in boxing and how it affected her performance. She reflects on the decision to retire from professional boxing and pursue other interests. Lianne shares her experiences with marathon running and her involvement in the amateur boxing community. She emphasizes the importance of proper weight management and ticket sales in the boxing industry. Lianne offers advice to aspiring boxers and encourages them to take advantage of the amateur circuit. She also talks about her current fitness pursuits, including strength training and swim runs.

00.00 - Introduction
01.10 - Martial Arts or Boxing
04.24 - Impact of influence
19.20 - Weight Cutting Challenge
26.32 - Retirement
29.15 - Marathon Runner
30.42 - Involvement with the Amateurs
35.28 - Ticket Sales
36.40 - Advice for Aspiring Boxers
43.15 - Pursuing Happiness

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Takeaways

Leanne Bush started her combat sports journey with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing before transitioning to boxing.
Influencer boxing has brought more attention and interest to the sport, despite some criticism from professional boxers.
Weight cutting is a significant issue in boxing, with many fighters feeling pressured to cut weight to gain a size advantage.
Leanne emphasizes the importance of finding a comfortable weight and avoiding extreme weight cutting for the overall well-being of the boxer. Weight cutting can have a significant impact on a boxer's performance and overall well-being.
It's important for boxers to speak up and advocate for themselves when it comes to weight management.
Retiring from boxing can be a difficult decision, but it's important to prioritize personal happiness and well-being.
Engaging in other fitness pursuits, such as marathon running, can provide new challenges and opportunities for personal growth.
Being involved in the amateur boxing community and giving back can be fulfilling and rewarding.
Proper weight management and ticket sales are crucial aspects of a boxer's career.
Listening to one's body and pursuing other interests outside of boxing is essential for personal growth and happiness.

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00.00 - The Origin Story
02.34 - The Journey
05.40 - Hard Work and Dedication
08.21 - Goals
11.10 - Overcoming Challenge
14.11 - Giving Back to the Community
16.49 - Codie's Vision for the Future
19.45 - Navigating the Politics of Boxing
22.19 - Sports Facilities for Kids
25.08 - Rapid Fire Questions

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00.00 - Introduction

03.04 - Transitions

07.52 - World Champions Aspirations

12.00 - Physiotherapy & Coaching

15.51- Upcoming Opportunities

20.02 - Listen to your Body

24.58 - Future Plans

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