Weighing In with Travis Hartman

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  1. 3d ago

    You Can’t Teach This: Coach Joey on Bam Ortiz, Work Ethic & Turning Pro

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ Coach Joey from El Rancho Boxing joins Weighing In with Travis Hartman* to talk about one of the most exciting young fighters in his gym — Brandon “Bam Bam” Ortiz — and what makes him different. At just 19 years old, Bam is preparing to turn professional on August 28th, but Coach Joey says the thing that separates him isn't simply talent — "it's his work ethic, toughness, discipline, and willingness to be pushed." Coach Joey breaks down the moment he realized Bam had something special, including pushing him through 8- and 10-round sessions, watching him handle adversity, and seeing the switch flip when he began working with professional fighters. The conversation goes much deeper than boxing, touching on: 🥊 Why you can't teach a fighter's heart and work ethic 🥊 The difference between a trainer, a coach, and a teacher 🥊 Building confidence in young athletes 🥊 Why great coaches develop people, not just fighters 🥊 “Hard work beats talent when talent won't work” 🥊 The importance of teaching young athletes how to problem-solve 🥊 How AI and ChatGPT are changing the way young people learn 🥊 Why Coach Joey would choose a fighter with an elite work ethic over raw talent 🥊 Bam's transition from amateur boxing to the professional ranks 🥊 What success really looks like on August 28 🥊 Why Coach Joey wants Bam to enjoy the moment and embrace his professional debut And perhaps the biggest message of the episode: "you can teach technique, but you can't teach someone to want it." Bam's professional debut is August 28th. The work has already been done. Now it's time to see what happens when the lights come on. 00:00 – Intro 00:28 – Coach Joey on Brandon “Bam Bam” Ortiz 01:00 – The work ethic that makes Bam different 01:27 – “You can’t teach that”: Testing a young fighter’s heart 03:04 – Pushing Bam through 10 rounds 04:05 – What coaches look for in a fighter 04:33 – The truth behind Bam’s Instagram persona 05:48 – Why Bam lives and breathes boxing 06:06 – Seeing the difference when Bam works with professionals 07:13 – Building a blueprint for Bam’s career 07:36 – The confidence Bam was missing 07:51 – The power of having someone believe in you 08:23 – Three types of coaches: Cheerleaders, coaches & teachers 09:00 – Teaching young fighters to become quality people 10:07 – Knowing when it's time for the next chapter 10:48 – Why Bam is getting the best version of Coach Joey 11:15 – “Hard work beats talent when talent won’t work” 12:00 – Leadership and setting an example for young athletes 13:00 – Why boxing needs more teachers, not just trainers 13:38 – Teaching fighters to think for themselves 14:30 – ChatGPT, young athletes & the loss of problem-solving 15:13 – Why hard work matters in life, not just boxing 15:30 – Why Coach Joey would choose work ethic over talent 16:24 – “I’m a mirror”: Giving back the effort you receive 16:59 – What does success look like for Bam’s pro debut? 17:22 – Success isn't necessarily winning 17:41 – “Receipts”: Turning doubt into motivation 18:06 – Coach Joey’s message for Bam on August 28 18:30 – Why rounds are more important than a quick knockout 18:56 – The moment Bam has dreamed about 19:24 – “We succeeded as a team” 19:29 – Coach Joey from El Rancho Boxing 20:15 – Final thoughts #Boxing #BrandonOrtiz #BamBamOrtiz #CoachJoey #proboxing

  2. Aug 5

    Brandon Ortiz: The 19-Year-Old Prospect Making His Pro Debut on DAZN August 28th

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ At only 19 years old, Brandon “Bam Bam” Ortiz is preparing to take the first major step of his professional boxing journey. The Puerto Rican prospect joins Travis Hartman inside Stadium Club at Caribe Royale Orlando to discuss his upcoming professional debut on August 28, live on DAZN. Brandon opens up about putting on boxing gloves for the first time in the streets with his friends, winning amateur tournaments, nearly choosing the military instead of boxing, and the moment he decided to go all-in on becoming a professional fighter. He also discusses his Puerto Rican heritage, the influence of fighters such as Héctor “Macho” Camacho and Miguel Cotto, the sacrifices his parents have made, his relationship with God, and his dream of one day bringing a major boxing event to Orlando’s Kia Center. Brandon may be at the beginning of his professional career, but his mission is already clear: “I’m just a kid that has a dream, and I’m gonna chase it.” Subscribe for more conversations with professional fighters, champions, prospects, coaches, and influential personalities from across the boxing world. #BrandonOrtiz #BamBamOrtiz #TravisHartman #WeighingInWithTravisHartman #BoxingPodcast 00:00 Intro 00:26 Meet Brandon Ortiz 01:12 How Brandon Started Boxing 04:35 Growing Up in New York & Basketball 07:05 Brandon's Amateur Career 08:40 Training with Coach Joey at El Rancho Boxing 12:20 Advice for Turning Pro 17:05 Puerto Rican Heritage & Boxing Legends 22:10 Favorite Fighters Today 25:45 From Street Boxing to the Gym 31:20 Brandon's Biggest Supporters 34:10 Doubters & Dream Killers 39:30 Making His Professional Debut 43:40 Errol Spence vs. Tim Tszyu Discussion 51:45 When Boxing Became Serious 54:45 Almost Joining the Military 56:05 Biggest Lesson Boxing Has Taught Him 58:15 Faith in God 1:03:30 No Pressure Before His Pro Debut 1:06:15 Dream of Fighting at the Kia Center 1:09:45 Where Brandon Sees Himself in 5 Years 1:11:45 Rapid Fire Questions 1:14:50 Travis' Favorite Boxers 1:19:45 Life at Age 25 1:21:20 Ryan Main's Question 1:23:20 Final Thoughts & August 28 Pro Debut

  3. Jun 24

    Dana White Signed Ryan Maine… Then Everything Changed

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ 🥊 Ryan Mayne Opens Up About Signing With Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, Emergency Surgery & What's Next Undefeated professional boxer Ryan Mayne (9-0) joins the podcast to discuss the moment he got the call from Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, why he bet on Dana over every other promoter, and how everything changed when a sudden appendix emergency nearly derailed his dream. Ryan shares the painful night that sent him to the ER, the fear of losing his Zuffa contract, recovery from surgery, sparring with former world champion Tim Tszyu, and his plans to return to the ring. We also dive into: 🥊 Signing with Dana White and Zuffa Boxing 🥊 The future of boxing and whether Dana can change the sport 🥊 Ryan's emergency appendix surgery and canceled fight 🥊 Recovery and the road back to competition 🥊 Sparring Tim Tszyu in Miami 🥊 UFC vs. boxing and the differences between the sports 🥊 Floyd Mayweather, Terence Crawford, and boxing longevity 🥊 Why Ryan says boxing is "playing" and why he loves the sport 🥊 Rapid-fire questions, dream opponents, and favorite fighters Ryan's passion for boxing, his faith, and his perseverance shine throughout this conversation. **0:00** Intro & Ryan Maine joins the show **1:00** Signing with Dana White and Zuffa Boxing changed everything **2:29** The phone call that changed Ryan's career **3:37** Dana White, UFC, and why he bet on Zuffa Boxing **8:29** Why Ryan chose Zuffa over other promotions **10:13** What Ryan thinks Dana White saw in him **11:35** Destiny vs. luck and trusting God's plan **12:47** Can Dana White change boxing? **15:15** Ryan's weight class adjustment under Zuffa **16:16** The night his appendix attack started **17:50** Excruciating pain and emergency hospital visit **18:37** Fear of losing his Zuffa contract **20:37** Preparing for emergency surgery **21:52** Funny anesthesia stories after surgery **23:13** Pain vs. losing momentum — which hurt more? **24:17** Sparring with Tim Tszyu in Miami **25:08** Tim Tszyu's character and training stories **27:27** The pressure of being a Hall of Famer's son **29:35** Why boxing is unlike any other sport **33:03** Recovery after appendix surgery **35:19** Ryan's projected return to the ring **36:04** Why boxing feels like "playing" to him **38:21** Life without boxing & his love for the sport **40:11** "Don't let boxing use you—use boxing" **43:15** Boxing vs. MMA: career longevity and damage **44:11** Rapid Fire Questions with Ryan Maine **45:00** Favorite boxer, hardest puncher & dream opponent **46:03** Life outside boxing and describing Dana White **47:00** Danny O'Connor's question for Ryan **51:25** Would Ryan change anything from his past? **52:18** Reflecting on Ryan's journey and future **56:10** UFC White House event reactions **56:55** Why Poirier vs. Gaethje was incredible **59:16** Why boxing skills dominate MMA **1:00:00** Dana White blocked the host on Twitter 😂 **1:00:25** Giving Dana White credit for building an empire **1:01:16** Final thoughts on Ryan Maine's future with Zuffa Boxing * **Reacting to UFC's White House Event** * **The Day Dana White Blocked Me on Twitter** #RyanMaine #ZuffaBoxing #DanaWhite #BoxingPodcast #Boxing

  4. Jun 18

    Danny O’Connor: The Eating Disorder That Nearly Killed Me

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ Former Olympian and world title challenger Danny O'Connor joins the show for one of the most powerful conversations we've ever had. Danny opens up about the eating disorder that nearly cost him everything—his boxing career, his health, and ultimately his life. From extreme weight cuts and 60,000-calorie binge episodes to waking up in the ICU before the biggest fight of his career, this is a raw, honest look at the dark side of combat sports that few athletes have ever discussed publicly. We talk about wrestling, boxing, Olympic dreams, addiction, mental health, the culture of weight cutting, and how Danny turned unimaginable struggles into a mission to help others through his book, Weight Class: A Fighter's Life-or-Death Battle with an Eating Disorder. Whether you're a fighter, coach, athlete, parent, or simply someone interested in mental health and resilience, this conversation is one you won't forget. 00:00 – I Ate Until I Passed Out for Two Straight Days (Hook) 00:30 – Introduction 00:39 – The Night We Fought Each Other in 2009 02:27 – Danny's Secret Battle With an Eating Disorder 06:03 – Cutting Weight vs. Having an Eating Disorder 11:00 – How Wrestling Started the Problem 18:15 – Dangerous Weight-Cutting Tactics as a Teenager 25:30 – Ricky Hatton, Food Addiction & Losing Control 31:45 – 60,000-Calorie Binges and the Breaking Point 39:30 – Losing Wrestling and Spiraling Into Drugs & Crime 47:00 – How Boxing Saved My Life 54:15 – Olympic Dreams and Heartbreak 59:30 – The Eating Disorder Takes Over My Career 1:04:00 – The Jose Ramirez World Title Opportunity 1:08:30 – Dying on the Hotel Room Floor Before Weigh-Ins 1:11:30 – Waking Up in the ICU and Losing Everything 1:15:00 – Can Boxing Fix the Weight-Cutting Problem? 1:20:00 – What Coaches Should Look For in Their Fighters #DannyOConnor #Boxing #EatingDisorder #WeightCutting #Olympics

  5. Jun 12

    Christy Martin: "Stay Ready or Quit Boxing!"

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________   Boxing Hall of Famer Christy Martin returns to Weighing In with Travis Hartman for one of her most candid interviews yet.   As she prepares to promote fights during International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend, Christy pulls back the curtain on life as a promoter, the state of boxing today, and why she believes too many fighters are focused on social media instead of their craft.   We also dive into:   🥊 The biggest mistake young fighters make today 🥊 Why fighters must “stay ready” at all times 🥊 Stories about Marvin Hagler, Mike Tyson, Aaron Pryor, Arturo Gatti and more 🥊 The reality of boxing contracts and promoter-fighter relationships 🥊 Women’s boxing Mount Rushmore 🥊 Hall of Fame memories that fans never get to see 🥊 Christy’s thoughts on some of boxing’s biggest names   Plus, Christy opens up about her future, her nonprofit Christy’s Champs, and the impact she hopes her story will have on future generations.   If you love boxing history, honest conversations, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the sport’s true pioneers, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.   Time Stamps:   0:00 The Most Overrated Fighter in Boxing   0:44 Intro   1:15 The Reality of Being a Fight Promoter   2:20 Why Today's Fighters Aren't Ready   3:30 Social Media Is Changing Boxing   6:00 Fame vs. Championships   7:15 Marvin Hagler's Compliment   10:00 Tyson, Archie Moore & Boxing Legends   11:15 Aaron Pryor Stories   12:00 Hall of Fame Weekend Memories   15:00 What Makes a Future Star?   18:00 The Friday Night Fights Era   23:00 Why Boxing Can't Create Superstars   27:00 How Don King Changed My Career   35:00 The Highs and Lows of Boxing   42:00 When Fighters Waste Their Talent   45:00 Women's Boxing Mount Rushmore   50:00 The Claressa Shields Debate   54:00 My Legacy Beyond Boxing   1:00:00 Advice for Every Young Fighter   1:04:00 What I'd Earn in Today's Boxing   1:10:00 What's Next for Me   1:16:00 Final Thoughts   🎙️ Weighing In with Travis Hartman   #ChristyMartin #Boxing #donking  #MikeTyson #clarissashields

  6. May 19

    Stitch Duran Explains Why He Stopped Nate Diaz vs Perry | Stories from Tyson, Klitschko & the UFC

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ In this episode, legendary cutman Jacob 'Stitch' Duran sits down with Travis for one of the most honest and fascinating conversations in combat sports. Stitch breaks down the REAL reason he stopped Nate Diaz’s fight against Mike Perry, explaining the severity of the cuts, the dangerous blood loss, and why protecting fighters always comes first. From working world title fights with Jaime Munguia and the Klitschko brothers to spending 15 years inside the UFC with Dana White, Stitch shares unbelievable behind-the-scenes stories from boxing and MMA history. He explains the science of being a great cutman, reveals lessons learned from legends like Mike Tyson, Andre Ward, and Vladimir Klitschko, and opens up about why he walked away from the UFC during the Reebok era. The conversation also dives deep into fighter pay, the harsh realities retired fighters face, the business side of boxing, and Stitch’s powerful documentary projects exposing some of the darkest truths in combat sports. Topics include: 🥊 Why Stitch stopped Nate Diaz vs Mike Perry 🥊 UFC behind-the-scenes stories & Dana White fallout 🥊 Working with the Klitschko brothers, Andre Ward & boxing legends 🥊 The truth about fighter pay & retired fighters 🥊 Cutman techniques most fans don’t understand 🥊 Mike Tyson, Ronda Rousey & wild fight stories 🥊 Stitch’s “Boxer’s Nightmare” documentary plans If you love boxing, MMA, UFC, BKFC, or combat sports history, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 00:00 – Intro 00:45 – Stitch’s insane month: Munguia, BKFC, concerts & nonstop travel 02:00 – Working the Nate Diaz vs Mike Perry Netflix fight 03:10 – Why Stitch stopped the fight after Round 2 05:45 – Nate Diaz’s reaction after the stoppage 07:00 – “Fighters need someone to protect them from themselves” 08:20 – Toughest cuts Stitch has ever handled 09:45 – Vladimir Klitschko cut story & saving the fight 12:00 – Andre Dirrell and protecting fighters long-term 13:40 – How Stitch uses percentages & probabilities in fights 14:50 – Difference between a good and great cutman 16:10 – The adrenaline chloride lesson most cutmen get wrong 18:00 – Mike Tyson accidentally answering the question wrong 19:10 – Why Stitch believes in educating fighters 20:30 – “Boxers Nightmare” documentary & preserving boxing history 22:40 – Fighter pensions, healthcare & revenue sharing 24:40 – Adrian Broner, punch-drunk syndrome & boxing neglect 26:20 – Livingston Bramble heartbreak story 27:40 – Travis reflects on his father protecting him in fights 29:00 – John Scully stopping a locker room altercation 30:20 – Fighters chasing dreams while barely making money 31:30 – Mentally toughest fighters Stitch has worked with 32:45 – Frank Mir quote: “When Stitch walks in, it’s time to fight” 33:40 – How Dana White originally hired Stitch for the UFC 35:20 – Reebok controversy & why Stitch left the UFC 37:45 – Going viral after the UFC exit 38:40 – Dana White blocking Travis on Twitter 40:10 – Dana White entering boxing with Zuffa 41:30 – Why Stitch refused to work Shane Mosley Jr.’s Zuffa fight 42:30 – UFC fighter pay vs other major sports 43:50 – Fighters losing individuality in uniform promotions 45:00 – Champion that impressed Stitch most: Andre Ward 46:15 – Carl Froch memories & Travis fighting on the undercard 47:10 – Stitch’s upbringing, Air Force days & small-town roots 48:20 – “From the Fields to the Garden” documentary 49:15 – Craziest fight week story ever: Klitschko vs Joshua 50:20 – “You could call me son” emotional Klitschko moment 51:00 – Rapid fire questions 51:50 – Biggest lesson boxing taught Stitch 52:15 – Final thoughts on protecting Nate Diaz & closing remarks #Boxing #UFC #NateDiaz #MikePerry #StitchDuran #MMA #CombatSports #DanaWhite #BKFC #BoxingPodcast

  7. May 15

    THE #1 MIDDLEWEIGHT IN TEAM BOXING LEAGUE | Jeovanny Estela Interview

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ Jeovanny Estela returns to the podcast after another huge run in Team Boxing League — now ranked the #1 middleweight in the entire league. 🥊🔥 In this episode, Jeovanny breaks down:• His comeback to pro boxing and recent stoppage win• The controversial knockdown vs. Rashidi “Speedy” Ellis• What it’s like fighting elite-level talent in Team Boxing League• The mentality needed to survive in boxing at the highest level• His long-term goal of becoming a world champion at 154 lbs• Team Miami Assassins’ undefeated run• Why boxing is exploding worldwide right now We also dive into rapid-fire questions, favorite fighters, hardest punchers, Michael Jordan vs. LeBron, Terrence Crawford, Canelo, life sacrifices for boxing, and some hilarious off-the-rails moments at the end of the show 😂 Jeovanny talks openly about the pressure of competing every week, the importance of family, and why Team Boxing League is changing the future of boxing. If you love boxing, combat sports, mindset, grit, and behind-the-scenes fighter stories — this episode is for you. 🎙️ Featuring:🥊 Jeovanny “El Rayo” Estela🏆 #1 Middleweight in Team Boxing League📈 15-2 Professional Record Like, comment, and subscribe for more fighter interviews and combat sports conversations. #Boxing #TeamBoxingLeague #JeovannyEstela #TerrenceCrawford

  8. May 5

    Pro Tennis to Roland Garros | Irina Falconi Hartman on Mindset & Motherhood

    👉 Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@WeighingInWithTravisHartman?sub_confirmation=1 ___________________________________________________________ Former professional tennis player, Pan American Games gold medalist, former World No. 62, Georgia Tech All-American, and now tennis commentator heading to Roland Garros — Irina Falconi Hartman joins the podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into her journey from starting tennis at just 4 years old to becoming the highest-ranked Ecuadorian-born female tennis player of all time. We talk about the grind of professional tennis, the financial realities behind the sport, life on tour, mental toughness, motherhood, and what it takes to compete at the highest level. Irina shares stories from the US Open on Arthur Ashe Stadium, winning gold at the Pan American Games, battling self-doubt, proving critics wrong, and transitioning into a successful broadcasting career with Tennis Channel and the US Open. We also compare the mental side of tennis and boxing, discuss raising strong kids, work ethic, and even get into sourdough bread and rapid-fire questions at the end. This one is packed with behind-the-scenes stories, elite athlete mindset, and plenty of husband-wife banter. 🔥 Topics Covered: * Pro tennis life behind the scenes * US Open + Arthur Ashe Stadium story * Winning Pan Am Games Gold * Roland Garros commentary opportunity * Mental toughness in tennis vs boxing * Parenting, discipline & hard work * Transition from athlete to broadcaster * Rapid fire tennis questions Subscribe for more conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, and high performers. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro + “I’m not shaking your hand either” 00:42 Introducing Irina Falconi Hartman 02:10 Heading to Roland Garros as a commentator 04:12 Starting tennis at 4 years old 05:35 When she realized she was special in tennis 08:15 Georgia Tech, All-American & No. 1 in the country 10:05 Motivation: proving doubters wrong 13:10 Bogota title story + crazy traffic before semifinals 17:30 Life on pro tour: hardest part of tennis 19:45 Financial reality of professional tennis 24:20 Travel life vs loneliness on tour 27:10 Boxing advice: “At least you’re not getting punched in the face” 31:40 Biggest tennis match: Arthur Ashe Stadium at US Open 38:15 Pan American Games Gold Medal moment 40:10 Tennis vs boxing: the mental battle 45:30 Learning how to lose every week 49:20 Mental toughness & raising resilient kids 54:15 Parenting, discipline & hard work 58:30 Biggest boxing regrets + short-notice fights 1:06:15 Fighting Terence Crawford, Keith Thurman & chasing greatness 1:13:40 No regrets, faith, and becoming better every day 1:17:20 How commentating started 1:23:15 Getting the US Open commentary job 1:27:10 Why kindness and networking matter 1:31:40 WTA Board + serving with Serena Williams 1:35:00 Preparing for Roland Garros commentary 1:40:15 Breaking tennis down for casual fans 1:45:10 Sourdough bread debate 1:48:00 Rapid Fire Finish 1:51:20 Final thoughts + outro #Tennis #RolandGarros #MentalToughness #WTA #TennisChannel #AthleteMindset #Boxing

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    2020 - 2026
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