Ring Champs with Ak & Barak

Black Effect x All The Smoke Productions
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Bringing you the newest series from ATS Fight, RING CHAMPS with Ak & Barak. Weekly episodes of RING CHAMPS will feature exclusive interviews with top fighters, trainers, and luminaries in the sport of boxing, along with in-depth analysis of the most culturally relevant news in the ever-changing game.

  1. 5D AGO

    Conor Benn: ‘I Almost Ended My Life’ — Sobriety, $100M Goal & Calling Out Shakur

    Conor Benn returns to Ring Champs for his most raw and honest interview yet. The British boxing star reveals his darkest moments — from contemplating suicide during his two-year suspension to going broke fighting his legal battle — and how 17 months of sobriety transformed his life. Benn opens up about his $100 million career goal, why he confronted Shakur Stevenson in the ring at Madison Square Garden, and drops a SCORCHING take on Tank Davis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 4m

  2. FEB 5

    Derek Chisora’s Last Fight, Jarrell Miller’s Next Move + What Really Happened With The Hair Piece

    Ak & Barak sit down with heavyweight warrior Derek Chisora ahead of his 50th fight to talk retirement, family, fitness, and why boxing is a “scumbag sport.” Chisora opens up about his wife and kids, sparring philosophy, and whether this really will be his last time in the ring against Deontay Wilder. Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller joins the couch to break down Chisora vs. Wilder, reflect on his own comeback, and laugh off the viral hair piece moment. From Usyk calling Chisora his toughest fight to Miller’s plans for big paydays and future opponents, this episode blends raw honesty, fight analysis, and unforgettable stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min

  3. JAN 29

    Teofimo Lopez on Shakur Beef, Bringing Crawford Back & Why Devin Haney Doesn’t Have Motion

    Teofimo Lopez pulls no punches in this explosive interview just days before his showdown with Shakur Stevenson at Madison Square Garden. The multi-division champion opens up about why Devin Haney “didn’t have motion” for their potential fight, calls Tank Davis the modern-day Mike Tyson, and reveals the deep-rooted beef from his amateur days when Shakur’s crew treated him like “the geek” and “a loser.” Teofimo gets brutally honest financial debt, and the reality that there are no friends in boxing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min

  4. JAN 22

    Richardson Hitchins: Turning Down $2M Keyshawn Davis Fight & Devin Haney's Personal Attacks

    Richardson Hitchins returns to RING CHAMPS and holds nothing back. He reveals the truth about his fallout with Tank Davis over a chain controversy, explains why Devin Haney’s claims about a $2 million Keyshawn Davis offer are false, and opens up about Shakur Stevenson. Hitchins also discusses his upcoming February 21st fight against Oscar Duarte, why he’s moving up to 147, and his thoughts on the biggest fights in boxing today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    50 min

  5. JAN 16

    Kenny Bayless on Refereeing Mayweather vs Pacquiao, Tank’s Knee & Getting Punched by Heavyweights

    Hall of Fame referee Kenny Bayless sits down with Ak & Roy Jones Jr. to share untold stories from inside the ring. From breaking down Tank Davis’ controversial knee against Roach to revealing the exact rule that should have been called, Bayless doesn’t hold back. He recalls the atmosphere of Mayweather vs. Pacquiao, the payday that changed refereeing forever, and the unforgettable chaos of Ricky Hatton’s knockout. Along the way, Bayless opens up about getting punched by heavyweights, balancing life as a teacher, and why he’s considered one of boxing’s most trusted officials. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min

  6. JAN 8

    Boxing’s Biggest Fights of 2026: Teofimo vs Shakur, Ennis vs Ortiz &... Inoue vs Bam?!

    2026 is shaping up as one of boxing’s most stacked years in recent memory, and Ak & Barak got you covered! Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson on January 31 at Madison Square Garden, David Benavidez moving up to cruiserweight against Zurdo Ramirez in May, and potential dream matchups like Naoya Inoue vs. Bam Rodriguez. Ryan Garcia is also set for a comeback, making this year a true revival for the sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    43 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    Claressa Shields Talks Multi‑Million Dollar Move, What’s Next & Squashing MVP Beef

    Claressa Shields joins Ak & Barak on the newest episode of RING CHAMPS to talk her groundbreaking , $8 million dollar deal, what’s next in her historic career, and how she got here. The GWOAT also reveals that she’s re‑signed with longtime promoter Salita Promotions, and is incorporating Wynn Records, continuing the partnership that’s helped shape her rise as one of boxing’s biggest stars. Don’t miss this candid conversation about legacy, business moves, and the future of women’s boxing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    59 min

  8. 11/06/2025

    Christy Martin Broke Every Barrier in Boxing — Now Sydney Sweeney Will Portray Her On Screen

    Christy Martin shattered expectations and redefined what was possible for women in the ring. In this powerful episode of RING CHAMPS, she joins Ak Reyes and Roy Jones Jr to reflect on her trailblazing career, and the upcoming biopic starring Sydney Sweeney that brings her story to Hollywood. 0:00: Intro – Christy Martin joins AK & Roy at Hall of Fame weekend 0:36: Christy’s early gym story & breaking barriers 1:46: Meeting Don King 6:01: Women’s boxing then vs. now 7:41: Knockouts, 2-minute rounds & Tyson undercards 9:53: Christy’s first experience with Mike Tyson 10:53: Ad Break 12:09: Regrets, survival, and leaving a dark chapter behind 17:35: Christy’s Hall of Fame induction 19:27: Taylor vs Serrano – Christy’s take 21:40: Jake Paul’s impact on women’s boxing 23:02: Claressa Shields 27:29: Christy Martin biopic – Sydney Sweeney & behind the scenes 31:04: Wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
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Bringing you the newest series from ATS Fight, RING CHAMPS with Ak & Barak. Weekly episodes of RING CHAMPS will feature exclusive interviews with top fighters, trainers, and luminaries in the sport of boxing, along with in-depth analysis of the most culturally relevant news in the ever-changing game.

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  • Creator
    Black Effect x All The Smoke Productions
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
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