Dance Under Those Lights

Kevin Graham

Covering sport from every angle - athletes, coaches, managers, scouts, journalists and fans. Boxing and football podcasts with those in the know!

  1. Dance under those Lights - Finn Kenny

    05/14/2025

    Dance under those Lights - Finn Kenny

    This week's guest is Finn Kenny, a nutritionist working with combat sports athletes. We discuss Finn's background, favorite fighters, and the importance of nutrition in boxing. The conversation highlights the recent Eubank vs. Benn fight, focusing on weight management and hydration strategies for fighters. Finn emphasizes the significance of proper nutrition and hydration for optimal performance in the ring. In this conversation, the focus is on the complexities of weight cutting and hydration strategies for fighters in combat sports. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing weight management with performance optimization, the role of nutritionists, and the challenges faced during multi-day competitions. He emphasizes the need for individualized approaches to nutrition and hydration, as well as the significance of building trust and communication between fighters and their support teams. In this conversation, Finn discusses the importance of building relationships in combat sports, the evolution of coaching, and the critical role of trust in nutrition. He emphasizes the need for fighters to embrace modern nutrition strategies while navigating the misinformation prevalent on social media. The discussion also touches on the business side of boxing promotions and the significance of effective communication in achieving success. Finn shares his aspirations for the future, aiming to be the best in his field while continuing to educate fighters around the world. Follow Finn on the following links https://www.instagram.com/finnkenny_nutritionist/ https://www.youtube.com/@Finnkenny_Nutritionist Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:11 Favorite Fighters and Fights 14:31 Nutrition in Combat Sports 20:00 Weight Management and Hydration Strategies 22:57 Hydration Strategies for Fighters 25:56 The Importance of Weight Management 29:00 Navigating Multi-Day Competitions 31:53 The Role of Nutritionists in Combat Sports 37:02 Building Relationships with Fighters and Coaches 40:30 Building Relationships in Combat Sports 41:16 The Evolution of Coaching in Boxing 43:38 The Importance of Trust in Nutrition 45:03 The Mindset of Elite Fighters 46:31 The Business of Boxing Promotions 50:00 The Role of Social Media in Nutrition Trends 53:02 Navigating Misinformation in Sports Nutrition 58:55 Future Aspirations and Goals Credits Music: Darkness Cinematic Sport Trailer Musician: AlexGuz Intro - HBO, Inc

    1h 3m
  2. Dance under those Lights - Frank Gilfeather

    04/29/2025

    Dance under those Lights - Frank Gilfeather

    What a legend we have with us this time around! Frank Gilfeather shares his remarkable journey from being an amateur boxing champion to becoming a social media influencer at the age of 79. He discusses the evolution of boxing techniques, the legacy of legendary fighters like Sugar Ray Robinson, and the importance of coaching and leadership in sports. Frank reflects on his early memories in boxing, the transition to a career in journalism, and the life lessons learned through his experiences in and out of the ring. Frank and Kevin also explore the intricacies of football management, the art of player development, and the lessons that can be drawn from boxing coaching. They discuss the importance of respect in sports, the evolution of boxing, and the noble values that the sport embodies. You can follow Frank at the following places https://www.thenobleart.shop/ https://www.instagram.com/franksnobleart/ https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@FranksNobleArt⁩ https://www.tiktok.com/@gilfeather Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Warm-Up with Frank Gilfeather 07:05 The Legacy of Custamato and Boxing Technique 10:01 Memories of Rocky Marciano and Boxing's Evolution 13:09 Sugar Ray Robinson: The Quintessential Boxer 16:09 Frank's Early Experiences in Boxing 19:16 The Journey of a Young Boxer 22:12 The Importance of Technique in Boxing 25:03 The Transition from Boxing to Journalism 34:40 The Impact of Head Trauma in Boxing 40:47 Reflections on Boxing and Career Choices 42:12 Encounters with Football Legends 53:36 The Evolution of Boxing and Modern Trainers 01:07:01 The Role of Mentorship in Boxing 01:10:20 The Evolution of Boxing Management 01:14:19 The Noble Art of Boxing: History and Ethics 01:18:07 Coaching Philosophy and Community Engagement 01:23:32 Training Regimens and Lifelong Learning 01:28:25 Inspiring the Next Generation of Boxers Credits Music: Darkness Cinematic Sport Trailer Musician: AlexGuz Intro - HBO, Inc Image - ⁨@FranksNobleArt⁩

    1h 29m

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