The Standing 8 Podcast

The panel reacts to Ryan Garcia majority decision victory over Devin Haney, on the night 4/20 at the Barclay Center, Brooklyn. Garcia, coming in 3 lbs over the limit at weigh in, who also had fans and pundits alike question his professionalism during the fight buildup, used every tangible tool in his disposal make it a rough night for Haney. Although Haney seemingly won a handful of rounds, that w...

The panel gives its first impressions on the stacked #RiyadhSeason card on August 3rd in Los Angeles, led by matchups between Terence Crawford vs Israil Madrimov, Tim Tszyu vs Vergil Ortiz Jr, Isaac Cruz vs Jose Valenzuela, Andy Ruiz vs Jarrell Miller.  Panel for Episode 102: - Aaron Soriao @theriskmngr - Michael Gomes @the_mike_gomes - Cortney Tanner @theidealsit  - Stephen Ruiz @kilo_stevo   - T...

Reacting to Premier Boxing Champions 1st PPV March 30th event on Amazon Prime, which showcased #TszyuFundora where Sebastian Fundora defeated Tim Tszyu by SD to become the new unified junior middleweight champion, and #RomeroCruz where Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz scoring the stunning 8th round TKO victory over Roland Romero. Panel for Episode 101: - Aaron Soriao @theriskmngr - Tiffanie Daniels @tiffanie....

In anniversary special, Episode 100, we reunited ALL panelists (OGs, recurring, and regular) featuring podcast original panelist Daniel "D-Rock" Pena and our very 1st guest interview on our September 2017 debut episode - Eddie Sanchez of Corcoran, CA! The panel looks back on their best moments being involved in this boxing podcast journey!  In the latter half of Episode 100, the panel gives their...

Very special interview with 17x National Champion, 4 year consecutive member of Team USA (2018 - 2021) - Joel Iriarte of Bakersfield, CA! The 6'1, 20-year old, welterweight prodigy has already impressed the likes of Robert Garcia and Diego Pacheco with his professional demeanor inside the ring. In 2023, he made the clear decision to turn professional at the expense of Olympic participation. Backed...

Episode 98 marks our 1st podcast of 2024! The crew is back to speak on the latest happenings in the world of professional boxing. We react to Terence Crawford calling for a megafight with Canelo Alvarez in 2024. Does Canelo share the same enthusiasm? We also preview PBC's PPV debut on Amazon Prime on March 30th, Las Vegas, which will feature Keith Thurman vs WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Ts...

In Episode 96, the panel talks with legendary active cutman Jacob "Stitch" Duran @stitchduran whose illustrious career spans over 40 years! We discussed many things such as the early stages of his career, advancing the livelihood of fighters beyond the ring, his most memorable times working with Wladimir Klitschko, and more! Interview Panel for Episode 96: - Aaron Soriao @theriskmngr - Stephen Rui...

In this kickoff segment of Episode 95, the panel reviews Tim Tszyu's successful 1st defense of his WBO super welterweight title against the lionheart Brian "La Bala" Mendoza. The panel breaks down Tszyu's performance that granted him the unanimous decision over Mendoza, who withstood Tszyu's economical yet devasting attacks. Has the table been set for a potential showdown between Jermell Charlo an...

In the latter half of Episode 95, the panel discusses who are the top candidates for Canelo Alvarez's remaining 2 fights with Premier Boxing Champions (PBC). The panel also previews the November 25, 2023 Showtime PPV fight between interim WBC Super Middleweight champion David Benavidez vs 2-division world champion Demetrius "Boo Boo" Andrade. Panel for Episode 94: - Aaron Soriao - Cortney Tanner -...

The panel gives our post-fight reaction to Canelo Alvarez's clear-cut, unanimous decision victory over challenger Jermell Charlo. The fight took place Saturday night, Sept 30 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. It was clearly Canelo's night as he cut off Charlo's movement, landing power shots at ease, and even dropping Charlo with a straight right in the 7th Round. The official judges had it 119-1...

In this featured segment of Episode 93, we interview Tiffanie Daniels of Cincinnati, Ohio. Daniels speaks on her experience applying and becoming a certified official for USA Boxing's regional events. A definite must-watch, particularly for those who are aspiring to become a certified official! Panel for this Episode 92 segment: - Aaron Soriao - Cortney Tanner - Tiffanie Daniels - Michael Gomes //...

In this concluding segment of Episode 93, the panel gives their thoughts on the following 3 televised fights for the 9/30 Canelo vs Charlo Undercard: Jesus Ramos Jr (20-0, 16 KOs) vs Erickson Lubin (25-2, 18 KOs) | 12-Round Super Welterweight bout Yordenis Ugas (27-5, 12 KOs) vs Mario Barrios (27-2, 18 KOs) | Interim WBC Welterweight title Elijah Garcia (15-0, 12 KOs) vs Armando Resendiz (14-1, 10...

In this concluding segment of Episode 92, the panel reacts to reigning WBO junior lightweight champion Emanuel Navarrete's unanimous decision victory over two-division world champion Oscar Valdez. Panel for this Episode 92 segment: - Aaron Soriao - Cortney Tanner - Stephen Ruiz ////////// Website: https://www.thestanding8podcast.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheStanding8Podcast Instagram:...

In this unplanned segment of Episode 92, the panel gives their instant reaction to undisputed super featherweight champion Alycia Baumgardner testing positive for two banned substances during a voluntary anti-doping, held days before the July 15th defense of her titles against two-time WBO 140-lb champion Christina Linardatou. Panel for this Episode 92 segment: - Aaron Soriao - Cortney Tanner - St...

In this opening segment of Episode 92, the panel recaps the 2-day press tour of the Sept 30th Showtime PPV fight between pound-4-pound great, undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez and undisputed junior middleweight champion Jermell Charlo, who is moving up two weight classes to make the fight happen. The panel also speaks on the future possibility of the interim WBC super middlewei...

In this Episode 91 segment, we break down Terence "Bud" Crawford's (40-0, 31 KOs) 9th Round TKO victory over Errol Spence Jr (28-1, 22 KOs) to become the undisputed welterweight champion! This would be Crawford's second time becoming undisputed champion in two weight classes. Panel: Tommy Rush Jr @sneakerheadrush Cortney Tanner @theidealsit Aaron Soriao @theriskmngr Stephen Ruiz @kilo_stevo of @ri...

In this segment of Episode 90, the panel discusses the strong possibility of top lightweight names moving up to the junior welterweight division. More specifically, the panel breaks down numerous scenarios where undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney would still stick around the 135-lb division to face names such as Shakur Stevenson or Gervonta 'Tank' Davis, depending on how well Haney fares...

In this concluding segment of Episode 90, the panel reacts to the April 22nd Showtime and DAZN PPV fight between lightweight stars Gervonta 'Tank' Davis and Ryan 'King Ry' Garcia. The highly publicized, non-title fight would end in spectacular fashion with Davis' 7th Round KO of Garcia via the body shot. It was reported that the event drew in at least 1.2 million buys, making it the most successfu...

In this special Episode 89 we interview Michael Campbell - National Events & Operations Senior Manager for USA Boxing. Campbell discusses the organization's first-ever USA Boxing Women's Championships taking place in Toledo this July 2023, the paths to becoming a boxing judge, the 2023 Olympic trials, women's professional boxing scene, and more! Panel: Tommy Rush Jr Cortney Tanner Guest Paneli...

Kicking off Episode 88, the panel reviews the Showtime PBC PPV fight between former rivals David Benavidez and Caleb Plant. That Saturday night on 3/25 at MGM Las Vegas, Benavidez took on the task of dealing with Plant's elusiveness and holding tactics, eventually landing significant shots down the stretch to grind out the unanimous decision victory. Guest Panelists: Stephen Ruiz of Ringside Globa...

After David Benavidez grinded out the unanimous decision victory over former rival Caleb Plant, Benavidez now makes a strong case to enter the Canelo Alvarez sweepstakes. Will Canelo consider giving Benavidez that opportunity, especially now that Benavidez has defended his interim WBC title? Guest Panelists: Stephen Ruiz of Ringside Global (https://www.instagram.com/ringside_global) Gary Kittilsen...

In this segment of Episode 88, the panel reacts to the Saturday 3/25 Top Rank Card in Fresno: - Fresno's own Jose Ramirez continues his 2-win streak since his Josh Taylor loss with 11th Round KO of Richard Commey. Did Ramirez dodge a bullet not fighting Regis Prograis instead? - East L.A.'s pound 4 pound star Seniesa Estrada makes noise at 105-lb division, unifying titles Guest Panelists: Stephen...

In this concluding segment of Episode 88, the panel discusses the current hold-up between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk on making a potential Heavyweight unification title fight. Guest Panelists: Stephen Ruiz of Ringside Global (https://www.instagram.com/ringside_global) Gary Kittilsen of 3D Boxing Blog (https://www.3dboxingblog.com) Jaime "Jimmie Blue" Garza of All Access Elite Boxing (https://ww...

In this last segment of Episode 87, we give our early predictions for the megafight between lightweight superstars Gervonta 'Tank' Davis and Ryan 'King Ry' Garcia, taking place at T-Mobile Arena Las Vegas on April 22. Ricky Vang, host of The Spoiler Force Podcast , joins in on the discussion as 1st-time guest on the program! Stephen Ruiz, creator of boxing page Ringside Global , also chimes in as...

In this segment of Episode 87, we give our thoughts on Creed III - the third entry of the Creed film series and the 1st film in the Rocky universe not starring Sylvester Stallone. Is Creed III the best of the Creed films? How well does it stand alone in the realm of boxing movies? We address those questions and more in this episode. Ricky Vang, host of The Spoiler Force Podcast , joins in on the d...