Ring Champs with Ak & Barak

O’Shaquie Foster steps into the spotlight with a chip on his shoulder and fire in his voice. From the tension with Stephen Fulton to the lingering beef with Shakur Stevenson, Foster opens up about the battles outside the ring and the ones that shaped him long before the cameras rolled. This episode dives deep into grit, pride, and the fight for respect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Lamont Roach Jr. joins Ak & Barak on the newest edition of RING CHAMPS to break down why the Tank Davis rematch fell apart, and how Davis choosing Jake Paul over him speaks volumes. Roach also previews his upcoming war with Pitbull Cruz and what fans should expect in December. Plus, is a Shakur Stevenson fight on the horizon? 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Roach on Tank Fight & Proving Doubters Wro...

The dream matchup between David Benavidez and Canelo is dead, and it’s not just about timing. Benavidez tells all on why he’s done at 168, his thoughts on Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis, when he expects to retire from the game and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shakur Stevenson opens up on the Zepeda war, legacy over clout, and the truth behind Tank, Teofimo, and Ryan. Caleb Plant talks family first, smart money plays, and why fashion never comes before parenting. Real fight talk, real life talk — names, emotions, and bold takes all the way through.   00:00:00 Intro 00:00:30 Shakur on Zepeda, proving a point, and the “dog” mindset...

Danny Garcia gets personal about his wild $150K spending sprees and the hard lessons that came with them. He opens up about the lowest points in his boxing career and his relationship with Al Haymon. A raw conversation about money, mistakes, and maturity in the fight game. 0:00 – Intro & Interview Start 2:03 – Boxing Money & Swift Promotions 3:13 – Real Estate & Smart...

Devin Haney opens up about the biggest moments in his career, from Ryan Garcia drama to future superfights. The undefeated champion reveals exclusive behind-the-scenes stories and what’s really next for his boxing legacy. This episode dives deep into Haney’s mindset, his relationship with his father Bill Haney, and the business decisions that shaped his path to becoming undisputed cham...

Vergil Ortiz opens up on sparring Canelo Alvarez, chasing a Terence Crawford showdown, and calling out everyone who ducked him, delivering raw stories and elite insight from a career on the rise. Dive into can’t-miss moments: sparring Canelo, Crawford vs Canelo and dream fights, Boots Ennis and the P4P debate, fighters who turned him down, and who he wants next and why.   connorMessages...

The Golden Boy himself breaks down the biggest moments, biggest fights, and biggest business moves that shaped modern boxing. From his legendary battles with Mayweather and Pacquiao to building Golden Boy Promotions into a powerhouse, Oscar De La Hoya reveals the untold stories behind his rise, fall, and comeback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this candid sitdown, Roy Jones Jr. explains why Floyd Mayweather, despite his record, falls short of his top five greatest boxers. He reveals an underrated element behind Manny Pacquiao’s legendary success. And he reflects on Muhammad Ali’s impact both inside and outside the ropes. Plus, what was Roy Jones Jr.’s greatest accomplishment in his own words, and did any fighter eve...

Eddie Hearn explains how DAZN navigated the boxing landscape to outlast giants like Showtime and ESPN. He shares the key moves, strategic partnerships, and mindset that helped DAZN rise to the top. A deep dive into the streaming era’s new boxing king. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of Ring Champs, Boxing Hall of Fame inductee, Vinny Paz, joins Ak Reyes & Roy Jones Jr. to discuss his incredible comeback story after breaking his neck, the near-death experience fighting Roger Mayweather, and why Roy kept pictures of Paz in a halo for motivation. Paz reveals the truth about his fight with Roy Jones Jr., his early boxing days starting garage fights at...

Elite trainer Derrick James discusses Spence-Crawford aftermath, training philosophy, Anthony Joshua relationship, and building champions from hardship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richardson Hitchins breaks down his decision to leave Mayweather Promotions and what led to the split. He weighs in on the tension between Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Shakur Stevenson, and names the one fight he’s chasing above all. A behind-the-scenes look at the business, the beef, and the blueprint. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terence Crawford opens up about the possibility of facing Canelo Alvarez and what that fight would mean for his legacy. He reflects on everything he’s accomplished in boxing — and why the end might be closer than fans think. In this conversation, Bud keeps it real about greatness, timing, and going out on top. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of *Ring Champs*, Ak Reyes and Barak Bess sit down with Conor Benn to discuss his ongoing rivalry with Chris Eubank Jr., the pressure of outshining his legendary father, and concerns around cutting weight. Benn opens up about the unresolved tension with Eubank, his mindset as he builds his own legacy, and the physical toll of staying in fighting shape. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Jake Paul’s next opponent has everyone buzzing — and we break down what it means for his boxing future. Jaron “Boots” Ennis just made a  major  statement, and Eddie Hearn is calling it: he might be the best in the world right now… Not so sure about that.. Plus, we salute Manny Pacquiao as he earns his spot in the Hall of Fame. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Tank Davis and Shakur Stevenson are on a collision course — who has the edge if they finally meet? Amanda Serrano’s potential upcoming opponent, Tiara Brown, and rising star Abdullah Mason join the show to break it all down. Plus, AK and Barak go deep on what Brown vs Serrano could means for women’s boxing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hits keep coming on RING CHAMPS! This week, Ak & Barak sit down with Ryan Garcia for an emotional and unfiltered conversation. Ryan opens up about the challenges he faced in 2024 and how he’s working to move forward. With his May showdown against Rolly Romero in Times Square approaching, Ryan shares his mindset and what’s at stake. Could a rematch with Devin Haney be next if he wins? Is it...

The boys are back, and this week’s episode of RING CHAMPS features a must-see sitdown with Teofimo Lopez! The always outspoken Lopez doesn’t hold back as he joins Ak & Barak to respond to racism allegations and share details about his encounter with Bud Crawford. Plus, Teofimo dives deep into the business of boxing, giving us a preview of his potential return to the ring while scouting Arnold...

The boys are back for a brand new episode of RING CHAMPS, and this week, Ak and Barak are letting it all fly. They dive into "The Fight Card Of The Century," breaking down each outcome and discussing why it truly lived up to the hype. They also talk about the criticism Shakur Stevenson faced after his dominant win and why they think it’s way off the mark. Plus, Dmitry Bivol got his revenge over Ar...

Welcome to the debut episode of RING CHAMPS with Ak & Barak, in partnership with ATS Fight!  In this exclusive episode, the fellas sit down with two of the biggest names in boxing and entertainment: Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian. From social media sensation to becoming one of the biggest stars in boxing, Jake Paul opens up about his incredible journey, sharing his biggest mistakes, proudest mo...