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Third Man in the Ring

Popeye Ray
Boxing
MMA
California
Cut Men
Taco Nazo
Canelo Alvarez
Reebok
Golden Boy Promotions
Vladimir Klitschko
UFC
Oscar De La Hoya
Michael B. Jordan
Cesar Chavez
House Of Boxing
Fish Tacos
East Los Angeles
Jiu-Jitsu
Millennia MMA
U.S. Navy
Gang Life

My name is Ray Corona. My friends call me Popeye Ray. I am a professional boxing referee with a few MMA bouts under my belt. Listening to this podcast you will hear from a pro ref's perspective on fighting and life. We will be having professional boxing referees, actors, fighters, and others on as guests. If you have questions for refs on certain fights and certain calls, this is the place to ask.... more

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Patricia Blackstock
Assistant Executive Officer of the state of California
California State Athletic Commission
Episode: Patricia Blackstock
Ronnie Castro
A Christian and former CO with 27 years of experience in the California Department of Corrections.
Episode: 27 Years in the Department of Corrections | Ronnie Castro
Jesse Romero
Co-owner of Taco Nazo and boxing enthusiast
Taco Nazo
Episode: Let's Talk Boxing and the BEST Tacos in Southern California | Taco Nazo
Big Al
Co-founder of the Mongols Motorcycle Club and current chaplain
Episode: Co-Founder of the Mongols Motorcycle Club: Big Al
Cesar Herrera
Former Marine, police officer, security professional, and bodyguard.
Episode: "Ghetto Gunslinger" Cesar Herrera
Carlos Barragan Jr.
Owner of House of Boxing and boxing trainer
House of Boxing
Episode: Carlos Barragan Jr | House of Boxing
Danny Trejo
Iconic Chicano actor, entrepreneur, and former boxer.
Episode: Danny Trejo
Daniel Franco
Former professional boxer and IBF featherweight champion
Warzone Boxing Club
Episode: Daniel "Twitch" Franco
Manny Tapia
Accomplished MMA fighter and Jiu-Jitsu black belt, instructor at Millennia MMA
Millennia MMA
Episode: Manny Tapia

Hosts

Ray Corona
A professional boxing referee with experience in MMA bouts, offering insights into the fight industry from a referee's perspective.
Popeye Ray
The alias of Ray Corona, reflecting a personable approach to hosting the podcast, engaging listeners through relatable storytelling and interviews.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Poor taste and judgement

    Will unsubscribe from this podcast due to borderline hate, political messages on other social media forums

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hippienippie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boxing podcast for everyone

    If u are new to boxing or been watching it for many years, Popeye Ray will let u in a world of boxing u never knew. We all thought we knew boxing but Popeye Ray brings great guests that let’s us in behind the scenes. Overall one of my favorite podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chargers420
    United States2 years ago
  • 3rd Man In Ring

    Been a boxing 🥊 fan a LONG time ( I’m old 🍻) But I’m learning new , in depth details about the sport by listening to this podcast , specially the ones from refs , judges and Chuy Villaruel from the state commission, Gracias Corona 👊🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EC Lopez
    United States2 years ago
  • Podcast for the avid Boxing Fan

    Best podcast to gain a deeper understanding of the behind the scenes workings of boxing. Great job by Popeye Ray giving access to everyday viewers to the heads of the commission and other boxing insiders in a down to earth way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8flyingfish
    United States2 years ago
  • Killer Cast, Nothing like it!!!!

    By far the best boxing podcast out there. You have the best in the business (POPEYE)interviewing the best in the business. They keep it real and keep it where we all understand and give us behind the scenes footage. It’s the best out there. I call a.k.a. “killer cast”.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JAS boxing lover.
    United States3 years ago

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Danny Trejo
Q: When did acting come into your life?
Trejo explains that acting entered his life when he was asked to be an extra on a movie set after training an actor in boxing.
Danny Trejo
Q: Where did you grow up at?
Danny Trejo shares that he was born on Temple Street and moved between Echo Park, Sun Valley, and Burbank during his childhood.
South Central Gang Life to US Navy Master Chief | Raul R. Ramos
Q: How did Raul start?
Raul shared that he started hanging out in gang neighborhoods at a young age and was influenced by his environment after his father left home. He sought mentorship from local gangs, thinking at the time it was his path in life.
CBN Promotions | Alex Camponovo
Q: How do you feel about the judging nowadays?
Alex notes that the judging is in a time of transition and emphasizes the accountability held by California officials, acknowledging both the successes and challenges in judging and officiating.
Mexican Mafia Assassin Saved by Jesus
Q: If a youngster came to you today and said they want to serve God and get out of the Vario stuff, what would you tell them?
I would tell them you're free to choose, but you're not free to choose the consequences, and they may be made for you.

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1. Patricia Blackstock
2. Ronnie Castro
3. Jesse Romero
4. Big Al
5. Cesar Herrera
6. Carlos Barragan Jr.
7. Danny Trejo
8. Daniel Franco

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