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THE ART OF WARD is a series hosted by Boxing Hall of Famer and Chief Content Officer for ALL THE SMOKE FIGHT Andre Ward exploring the fight game from the inside out. THE ART OF WARD series is a tapestry of thoughtful content showcasing Ward’s personal, unmatched perspective shaped by his evolution as a fighter, a man and an influential figure in combat sports.

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Unified 154-pound champion Xander Zayas sits down with Ak & Barak on RING CHAMPS for his most personal interview yet. The 23-year-old Puerto Rican star opens up about being bullied as a kid, his mom putting him in boxing to defend himself, getting be... more

Andre Ward, Matt Barnes, and Urijah Faber hit Sacramento State for the first-ever Combat U panel, joined by university president Dr. Luke Wood, head basketball coach Mike Bibby, rising star Ayahna Gonzales, and more. This isn’t your typical fight pod... more

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The VIRAL Roy Jones Corner Moment Explained, Boots vs Zayas & Tyson Fury ReturnsFury’s Comeback, Benn & Prograis’ ‘Crossroads Fight’ and The Corner Moment That Broke BoxingBoots vs Zayas Is OFFICIAL, Fury Returns + Inside Roy Jones & Kevin Newman’s V... more

Andre Ward sits down with ALL THE SMOKE co-founder, Matt Barnes, for one of the most raw, unfiltered conversations in THE ART OF WARD history. Matt opens up about growing up biracial in Sacramento, fighting for respect on both sides, and the terrifyi... more

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Recent Guests

Andre Ward
Boxing Hall of Famer; Chief Content Officer for ALL THE SMOKE FIGHT; involved with Combat U
ALL THE SMOKE FIGHT / Combat U
Episode: Mike Bibby, Andre Ward & Urijah Faber Reveal What Sacramento State Is Really Building | COMBAT U
Urijah Faber
Hall of Fame mixed martial artist; associated with Combat U
Combat U
Episode: Mike Bibby, Andre Ward & Urijah Faber Reveal What Sacramento State Is Really Building | COMBAT U
Kevin Newman
Professional boxer, highlighted in viral corner moment
Boxing
Episode: The VIRAL Roy Jones Corner Moment Explained, Boots vs Zayas & Tyson Fury Returns
Matt Barnes
Co-founder of All The Smoke, 14-year NBA veteran
NBA / All The Smoke
Episode: Matt Barnes: The Racist Hit on His Life, Kobe’s Last Promise & the Road Back to God
Keith Thurman
Former world champion, guest on the show
Boxing, Thurman Promotions
Episode: Fundora vs Thurman: The Psychology, The Power & Why BOTH Say It Won't Go The Distance
Sebastian Fundora
The Towering Inferno, contender on the show
Boxing
Episode: Fundora vs Thurman: The Psychology, The Power & Why BOTH Say It Won't Go The Distance
Katie Taylor
Olympic champion, five-time amateur world champion, professional boxing star
Professional boxer
Episode: Katie Taylor: The Olympic Gold That Stopped Ireland, A Hall of Fame Career & The Serrano Trilogy
Kenneth Simms
Professional boxer preparing for 12-round main event
Boxing
Episode: Simms Tells Barboza ‘You’re NOT a Big Name, Bro’ & Reveals His Plan to End It March 14th
Arnold Barboza Jr.
Professional boxer
Boxing
Episode: Simms Tells Barboza ‘You’re NOT a Big Name, Bro’ & Reveals His Plan to End It March 14th

Hosts

Andre Ward
Boxing Hall of Famer and Chief Content Officer for ALL THE SMOKE FIGHT; host with deep insider perspective on boxing history, fighters' welfare, and industry dynamics
Roy Jones Jr.
Co-host and former world boxing champion with a long-standing presence in the sport's narrative and analysis

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Stop following and listening

    Sold out to Dana

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guy Hung
    United States3 months ago
  • SOG

    Great in debt of a boxers mind

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    136789gczsf
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great pod

    The subject matter and interviews are fantastic. Paired with Dre’s insight, the Art of Ward is one of the best boxing podcasts available!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mikemorso
    United Statesa year ago

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Thoughtful boxing takes and insider access shine through.
Insightful analysis paired with personal stories makes episodes compelling for guests and sponsors.
High-quality guests and candid conversations; very engaging for boxing fans.

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#52
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#16
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#129
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#67
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#82
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#116
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Xander Zayas: Super Bowl with Bad Bunny, Boots Ennis Showdown & Untold Stories
Q: What was the experience like performing at the Super Bowl with Bad Bunny?
It was insane and incredible to see the level of production and how connected everyone was; meeting Bad Bunny and the team, and feeling the energy of the moment.
Lamont Roach: Tank’s Knee Cost Me The Win, Pitbull Cruz Game Plan & Unfinished Business At 135
Q: What do you think about Pitbull Cruz as an opponent?
He brings a lot of pressure, but my versatility will frustrate him, and I'll put on a spectacular, fan-friendly fight.
Lamont Roach: Tank’s Knee Cost Me The Win, Pitbull Cruz Game Plan & Unfinished Business At 135
Q: How is the weight acclimatization going for the fight at 140?
It's calculated how my strength training goes, and I'll definitely be extra strong at 140.
Lamont Roach: Tank’s Knee Cost Me The Win, Pitbull Cruz Game Plan & Unfinished Business At 135
Q: Tell me how training camp has been going thus far.
Training camp has been good, and I'm definitely in the swing of things, feeling in the prime of camp.
Andre Ward & Roy Jones Jr. Bring out Stephen Fulton: Going up in Weight & Training Camp Stories
Q: Bro, how has camp been for this fight?
Camp is just, you know, camp is camp. We were executing in every aspect, offensively, defensively, endurance, strength, you name it, I got it.

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The show offers candid, insider-level discussions about boxing, its culture, and the business side of the sport. Across episodes, topics range from fighter welfare and concussion awareness to analysis of major matchups, promoter dynamics, and the evolving media landscape surrounding boxing icons. A standout aspect is the host's rare combination of elite boxing pedigree and unflinching, personal storytelling, often pairing high-profile guests with sharp, longitudinal takes on the sport's legacy and future. Listeners can expect insightful anecdotes, practical industry context, and discussions that balance history with current trends, making it a compelling listen for industry insiders, fighters, coaches, and boxing enthusiasts who want a deep... more

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2. Urijah Faber
3. Kevin Newman
4. Matt Barnes
5. Keith Thurman
6. Sebastian Fundora
7. Katie Taylor
8. Kenneth Simms

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