The Last Stand with Brian Custer

Brian Custer

Step inside the ring of conversation with The Last Stand with Brian Custer — the show where sports’ biggest names come to talk real. Hosted by award-winning sportscaster Brian Custer, one of the most respected voices in the game, this podcast delivers raw, unfiltered interviews with today’s top boxing champions and legends across all sports. Brian’s career spans decades of excellence — from anchoring some of the most iconic broadcasts to calling the biggest fights in the world. His insightful questions, undeniable presence, and deep sports knowledge have earned him multiple awards and a reputation as one of the most trusted voices in sports media. A prostate cancer survivor, Brian brings more than just journalism to the mic — he brings perspective, resilience, and authenticity. Whether it’s fighters, athletes, or cultural figures, The Last Stand gets past the headlines and into the human story. 🔥 New episodes weekly — honest talk, powerful moments, and unforgettable conversations.

  1. 21 HR AGO

    🚨 Tito Mercado Wants ALL the Smoke at 140! 😤🥊 | The Last Stand

    🥊 Undefeated knockout artist Ernesto “Tito” Mercado joins The Last Stand with Brian Custer for a powerful in-depth conversation about boxing, championship ambitions, and why he believes he’s ready to take over the stacked 140-pound division 🔥 One of boxing’s fastest-rising young contenders, Tito Mercado opens up about:  👀 Calling out the top names at super lightweight  💣 Why he believes he can BEAT the elite fighters in the division  🏆 His incredible amateur pedigree  🥊 The mentality behind his aggressive fighting style  🔥 The pressure of being one of boxing’s most dangerous contenders  😤 Why he fears NO ONE at 140 Mercado entered the professional ranks with one of the most decorated amateur backgrounds in recent memory:  🏅 21x National Champion  🥊 278-11 amateur record  💥 18-0 as a professional with 17 knockouts Known for his explosive power, sharp timing, offensive pressure and confidence, Tito Mercado has quickly become one of the most talked-about young fighters in boxing. Fans and analysts alike have taken notice of his devastating knockout ratio and willingness to challenge the best fighters in the sport. During this exclusive interview, Mercado speaks candidly about:  🔥 Potential mega fights  👑 Future world title opportunities  🥶 The current landscape of the 140 lb division  🎯 Matchups with the division’s biggest stars  👀 His thoughts on today’s pound-for-pound fighters  💬 The criticism, expectations & hype surrounding his career Tito also gives his honest takes on other fighters across boxing and explains why he believes his combination of skill, mentality and power separates him from the rest of the division 😤 🚨 This is an episode boxing fans DO NOT want to miss! 📅 PREMIERES MONDAY MAY 18, 2026  ⏰ 9PM EASTERN 👇 WHO should Ernesto “Tito” Mercado fight next?! #Boxing #TitoMercado #TheLastStand #BrianCuster #Boxeo #140Division #BoxingPodcast #KnockoutArtist #ChampionshipBoxing #PremierBoxing

    20 min

  2. 11 MAY

    🥊 Dmitry Salita on Claressa, Zuffa Boxing & Building Champions 🔥🎙️

    🥊 LIVE TODAY AT 6PM EASTERN! 🥊 The Last Stand sits down with former world title challenger turned elite boxing promoter Dmitry Salita for one of our most insightful boxing conversations yet! 🎙️🔥 From his journey as a fighter to becoming the founder of Salita Promotions, Dmitry gives a REAL inside look into the business, politics & future of boxing 💼🥊 👑 His partnership with Claressa Shields 🔥 Thoughts on Zuffa Boxing 🤝 The relationship between managers & promoters 📈 The importance of matchmaking 💭 Why true boxing people should help shape the sport 🥊 His willingness to work with ALL promoters for the good of fighters 👀 Stories from his own career that shaped him into one of boxing’s most respected promoters today! Dmitry Salita continues making major moves in boxing while helping develop champions, contenders & future stars 🌍🏆 This is a MUST WATCH for real boxing fans, fighters & anyone who loves the business side of the sport 💣🎙️ ⏰ PREMIERES TODAY — 6PM EASTERN 📺 Join us LIVE in the chat! 📲 Follow Dmitry Salita & Salita Promotions: 🔥 @dmitriy_salita 🔥 @salita_promotions #Boxing #DmitrySalita #ClaressaShields #TheLastStand #SalitaPromotions #BoxingNews

    1hr 7min

  3. 4 MAY

    Angelo Leo 🏆 vs Ra'eesse Aleem 🔥 Face-Off! May 9 War | The Last Stand 🥊

    🚨 PREMIERING TODAY at 9AM ET! 🚨 Brian Custer sits down with TWO elite warriors ahead of their explosive May 9 showdown 💥 🥊 Angelo Leo (26-1, 12 KOs) • IBF Featherweight World Champion 🏆 • Former WBO Champion (2-division world champ) • Captured the IBF title with a statement KO win over Luis Alberto Lopez   🥊 Ra’eese Aleem (23-1, 12 KOs) • Dangerous contender known as “The Beast” 🐺 • Riding a 3-fight win streak entering his FIRST world title shot • Earned his shot after beating undefeated Mikito Nakano   ⚔️ These two collide May 9 in Atlanta in a HIGH-STAKES title fight that could shake up the division!   🔥 In this episode:  • Face-off tension 👀  • Fight predictions 🎯  • Mindsets heading into WAR 💭  • What this fight means for their legacy 🏆 👉 Who you got… CHAMP or CHALLENGER?! #Boxing #LeoAleem #TheLastStand 🥊🔥

    17 min

  4. 20 APR

    Mikaela Mayer Wants Baumgardner Rematch + New Team, New Levels 🔥🥊

    Mikaela Mayer joins The Last Stand Podcast and she’s bringing 🔥 energy and real talk! Feeling better than ever at this stage of her career 💪, Mayer breaks down the impact of her new team additions and why everything is finally clicking at the highest level. She doesn’t hold back on the BIG topic 👀 — the long-awaited rematch with Alycia Baumgardner. Mayer makes it clear… it NEEDS to happen 💥 Plus: 🥊 Her honest thoughts on Baumgardner’s performance vs Shin 👑 Potential mega-fights, including talk around Claressa Shields 🔥 Mayer reveals her current favorite fighters in boxing — male & female This is a must-watch for real boxing fans tapping into mindset, rivalry, and future matchups 💯 👇 Who wins the rematch — Mayer or Baumgardner? Let us know in the comments!

    32 min

  5. 13 APR

    🥊 Brian Norman Jr EXCLUSIVE! Haney Lessons, Errol Beats Tszyu? New Trainer & Big Moves 🔥

    🥊 On this episode of The Last Stand with Brian Custer, rising welterweight star Brian Norman Jr. joins the show for a must-watch interview! 🔥 Brian opens up about what he learned from sharing the ring with Devin Haney and how that experience sharpened him for the next chapter of his career. 👊 He also talks about training alongside Errol Spence Jr. and why he believes Spence defeats Tim Tszyu in a future showdown. 🎯 Brian discusses his move from being trained by his father to respected coach Ronnie Shields, a major career transition ahead of his expected return in May.   🚨 Plus, he reveals his business side—launching his own promotional company and signing dangerous contender Edwin De Los Santos as one of the first fighters under the banner.   📅 Premiere: Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9AM Eastern 📺 Subscribe, Like & Comment! #Boxing #BrianNormanJr #BrianCuster #TheLastStand #ErrolSpence #TimTszyu #DevinHaney #RonnieShields

    24 min

  6. 6 APR

    Tim Tszyu Talks Spence, Fundora, Charlo & Nurja Ahead of the Fight 🥊🔥

    Australian star Tim Tszyu joins The Last Stand with Brian Custer for a must-watch conversation ahead of what was then his upcoming showdown with Denis Nurja. This interview was recorded just days before that fight, which Tszyu went on to win by unanimous decision on April 5, 2026, keeping the spotlight on a possible blockbuster with Errol Spence Jr. later this year.   In this episode, Tim opens up about the Nurja matchup, the possibility of facing Errol Spence Jr. in the summer, and gives his thoughts on Sebastian Fundora’s win over Keith Thurman. He also talks about the other dangerous names at 154 pounds, including a possible clash with Jermell Charlo.   Tszyu remains one of boxing’s biggest names at junior middleweight, and after getting past an unbeaten Nurja, the conversation around his next mega fight is only getting louder.   📅 Premieres Monday, April 6, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM Eastern #TheLastStand #BrianCuster #TimTszyu #Boxing #ErrolSpence #JermellCharlo #SebastianFundora

    24 min

  7. 23 MAR

    Sebastian Fundora EXCLUSIVE 🔥 Talks Thurman Fight, Titles & 154lb DOMINATION!

    🥊 The Towering Inferno is here! On this episode of The Last Stand with Brian Custer, we sit down with WBC Super Welterweight Champion Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora ahead of one of the biggest fights of 2026! At 6’5½” with an 80” reach, Fundora has become one of the most unique and dangerous champions in boxing today. With a record of 23-1-1 (15 KOs), he’s proven himself at the top of the 154 lb division.   🔥 Career Highlights: Defeated Tim Tszyu (twice), including a dominant stoppage in 2025Former unified champion (WBC & WBO titles)Wins over tough contenders like Chordale Booker and Carlos Ocampo   Now, Fundora is set for a massive title defense against former unified world champion Keith “One Time” Thurman in a generational clash. 📍 Fight Details: 🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026🕗 Time: 8:00 PM ET📍 Location: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas📺 Live on: Amazon Prime PPV🏆 On the Line: WBC Super Welterweight World Title   This is youth vs experience. Champion vs future Hall of Famer. Will Fundora continue his reign—or will Thurman shock the world? 👀🔥 👇 Tap in, drop your predictions, and don’t forget to subscribe! #Fundora #Boxing #KeithThurman #TheLastStand 🥊🔥

    17 min

  8. 16 MAR

    🥊 Alycia Baumgardner on Serrano Superfight, April Title Defense & MVP-ESPN Era

    🥊 Undisputed Super Featherweight Champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner joins 🎙️ The Last Stand Podcast with Brian Custer One of the most electrifying champions in women’s boxing sits down to talk legacy fights, the future of the sport, and her journey to becoming one of the biggest stars in boxing today. Baumgardner rose to global prominence with her stunning knockout victory over Terri Harper and later became the undisputed champion at 130 lbs, capturing the WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO world titles along with The Ring championship belt. 👑 In this interview she discusses: 🔥 A potential legacy showdown with Amanda Serrano 👑 Why she confidently believes she is the best fighter in women’s boxing right now 💼 Being part of the elite Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) stable of women fighters 📺 Her thoughts on Jake Paul as both a boxer and promoter, especially with MVP’s new partnership with ESPN 🏡 Growing up in a small country town in Ohio and how her mother and father kept her focused on greatness She also responds to comments made by Claressa Shields during her appearance on The Last Stand, explaining why she doesn’t take the opinions too seriously as the two champions have not been on the best terms recently. 🥊 Upcoming Fight Baumgardner also discusses her next fight coming up very soon: 📅 April 17, 2026 📍 The Theater at Madison Square Garden – New York City 📺 Broadcast on ESPN 🥊 Opponent: Bo Mi Re Shin (19-3-3) 🏆 Titles on the Line: Baumgardner’s WBA, WBO and IBF Super Featherweight World Championships ⚖️ Division: 130 lbs – Super Featherweight ⏱️ Scheduled for 10 rounds under championship rules   The fight headlines MVPW 02, part of Most Valuable Promotions’ new global platform focused on elevating women’s boxing.   💬 Do you want to see Alycia Baumgardner vs Amanda Serrano next? 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments! #Boxing #AlyciaBaumgardner #WomensBoxing #AmandaSerrano #MVP #TheLastStandPodcast 🥊

    42 min
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Step inside the ring of conversation with The Last Stand with Brian Custer — the show where sports’ biggest names come to talk real. Hosted by award-winning sportscaster Brian Custer, one of the most respected voices in the game, this podcast delivers raw, unfiltered interviews with today’s top boxing champions and legends across all sports. Brian’s career spans decades of excellence — from anchoring some of the most iconic broadcasts to calling the biggest fights in the world. His insightful questions, undeniable presence, and deep sports knowledge have earned him multiple awards and a reputation as one of the most trusted voices in sports media. A prostate cancer survivor, Brian brings more than just journalism to the mic — he brings perspective, resilience, and authenticity. Whether it’s fighters, athletes, or cultural figures, The Last Stand gets past the headlines and into the human story. 🔥 New episodes weekly — honest talk, powerful moments, and unforgettable conversations.

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