Best Ricky and Rafael Podcasts (2025)

1
Naoya Inoue Returns in "Night of Samurai" Card in Saudi Arabia + Fight News! | BFW Preview Podcast 41:13

Play Pause

9h ago41:13

41:13

We are back off the Christmas holiday with a new show as the Riyadh Season card "Ring V- Night of the Samurai" takes place Saturday in Saudi Arabia. We've got the preview and fight news on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast! Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael for the full breakdown. The begin with the Preview of the Night o…

1
Junto Nakatani Conversation With Dan Rafael | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 9:42

3d ago9:42

9:42

Coming up Saturday night in Saudi Arabia, it's the "Night of the Samurai" card from Riyadh season feturing a series of fights with Japanese stars and the card is headlined by undisputed junior featherweight champ Naoya "The Monster" Inoue back defending his titles in the main event. However, the second biggest name is former three division world ch…

1
Anthony Joshua KOs Jake Paul, Full Card Recap + Junto Nakatani With Dan Too! | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 42:48

4d ago42:48

42:48

It was KO return for former unified heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua, as he did as expected and kayoed Jake Paul in the Miami main event Friday night. And, we are ready to discuss that fight, the entire card and be joined by a special guest, too on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Un…

1
Jake Paul Meets Anthony Joshua In Heavyweight Clash + Terence Crawford Really Retiring? And More | BFW Preview Podcast 55:11

7d ago55:11

55:11

We've reached the fight weekend and the Friday night Jake Paul-Anthony Joshua heavyweight bout in Miami is happening and we're ready to discuss that bout, the undercard and have somee MASSIVE retirement news, too on the latest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast." Host T.J. Rives returns with Insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and…

1
Crystina Poncher Previews Jake Paul-Anthony Joshua With T.J. Rives | BFW Preview Podcast 14:12

9d ago14:12

14:12

Coming up Friday night in Miami the hyped heavyweight bout between Jake Paul and former unified champ Anthony Joshua is really happening. The fighters have arrived in South Florida and appear ready to go. And, we have a special guest, who's on the blow by blow call of the bout for Netflix, in veteran broadcaster Crystina Poncher on this "BFW Previe…

1
Jake Paul-Anthony Joshua Early Preview With Ricky Carroll And David Payne | BFW Preview Podcast 23:14

10d ago23:14

23:14

The buildup is now fully in gear for Friday night's heavyweight spectacle in Miami, as social media star turned boxer Jake Paul takes on his biggest challenge to date (literally) in former unified heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua in Miami. And, we're giving you an early preview on a special "BFW Preview Podcast" with host T.J. Rives and guests Rick…

1
Noel Mikaelian Recaptures WBC Crusierweight Title, Diego Pacheco Escapes + Fight News | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 56:45

11d ago56:45

56:45

It was a busy weekend in California with two prominent fight cards and even one in Dubai of interest and we're hear to recap it all and give you some fight news too on the newest "Fight Fraks Unite Recap Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives returns with Insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to cover it all. They start with the r…

1
Badou Jack Defends WBC Cruiserweight Crown + Teofimo Lopez-Shakur Stevenson Meet Media etc | BFW Preview Podcast 48:04

15d ago48:04

48:04

We are ready for the weekend and a world title fight in L.A. + fight news all over the globe on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to go over it all. They preview Saturday’s Integrated Sports PPV, PPV.COM main event in Los Angeles Badou Jac…

1
Badou Jack Conversation With Dan Rafael | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 15:17

17d ago15:17

15:17

Saturday night in Los Angeles, WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack returns in an immediate rematch of a close decision over former titlist Noel Mikaelian. The bout is the headliner of an Inegrated Sports PPV card in Los Angeles. But, before the action heats back up, Jack is one on one with our insider Dan Rafael. What does he think of having to b…

1
Pitbull Cruz-Lamont Roach Fight To Draw, O'Shaquie Foster Dominates + Badou Jack With Dan and Fight News | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 1:06:22

18d ago1:06:22

1:06:22

A very busy but P.R. damaged PPV took place in San Antonio, TX, and we're ready to recap it all, plus, hear from a cruiserweight world champ and more on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to go over it all. They have a full recap of the "PBC on Pr…

1
Distractions from Epstein? 27:37

18d ago27:37

27:37

This week we discuss Venezuela, College Football, and the general idea that perhaps the administration is trying to distract the American population from their lack of putting America first...By Ricky and Rafael

1
Pitbull Cruz Battles Lamont Roach In Prime PPV + Crawford Stripped Of WBC Title And More! | BFW Preview Podcast 1:09:45

21d ago1:09:45

1:09:45

We are back and ready for an intriguing PPV card in San Antonio, TX and have some interesting fight news and Boxing Hall of Fame new members, too, on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" podcast. Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter and they're ready to go over it all. They begin with t…

1
Stephen Fulton Conversation With Dan Rafael | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 12:41

23d ago12:41

12:41

Coming up on Saturday night in the "Lonestar State" WBC featherweight champion Stephen Fulton is moving up to challenge O’Shaquie Foster for his WBC junior lightweight title on the "PBC on Prime Video" undercard of Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz vs. Lamont Roach main event. But, before fight week cranks up, you can hear from the Philly star Fulton one on one…

1
Lamont Roach Conversation With Dan Rafael | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 14:15

24d ago14:15

14:15

Coming up on Saturday night in San Antonio, TX, Lamont Roach will battle interim junior welterweight titlist Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz in the "PBC on Prime Video" PPV main event. On this edition of the podcast hear Roach with our insider Dan Rafael discussing moving up to 140 lb. for a significant showdown with Cruz. Plus, will Roach eventually get the …

1
Stephen Fulton Talks With Dan + Ben Whittaker Quick KO And Fight News | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 47:53

25d ago47:53

47:53

Some fight action in England and California and a world champ readying to move up and fight for antother world title in another weight division joins us on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast." Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter are back First a recap of the Saturday Matchroom Boxing/…

1
Thanksgiving Break 15:19

26d ago15:19

15:19

In this episode Ricky comes to Texas to visit family for the holidays and Rafael host Thanksgiving for the first time. Tune in for a vibrant episode where topics range from sports family to cooking.By Ricky and Rafael

1
Hear Lamont Roach With Dan, English Main Events Saturday + Manny Pacquiao Jr Pro Debut | BFW Preview Podcast 1:06:18

28d ago1:06:18

1:06:18

Preview Saturday’s Matchroom Boxing/DAZN main event in Birmingham, England Ben Whittaker vs. Benjamin Gavazi, 10 rounds, light heavyweights Off the Thanksgiving Thursday, we're BACK with a quick preview, a special guest with Dan and some fight news on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast." Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go ove…

1
Saadeq Ahmed And Ricky Carroll Help Breakdown Ring IV Card "Night of Champions" | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 30:09

1M ago30:09

30:09

It's a special mid-week edition of the podcast, as host T.J. Rives is back with special guests around the "Ring IV- Night of Champions" ppv card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Both Saadeq Ahmed (who covered the card live) and Managing Editor for Big Fight Weekend.com, Ricky Carroll are aboard for their perspectives and analysis. The guys talk in order: S…

1
Who's really the traitor? 20:44

1M ago20:44

20:44

This week we discuss updates to our democracy!By Ricky and Rafael

1
Ring IV Recap- David Benavidez KO + Devin Haney And Bam Rodriguez Win Easily | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 56:17

1M ago56:17

56:17

It was an action packed Saturday night (early Sunday a.m. there) in Saudi Arabia, as the "Ring IV- Night of Champions" played out with four world title fights and we're ready to go over all of it, including the winners and what's potentially next for them on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" This pod originally aired as a live recap sho…

1
Benavidez-Yarde Headlines Riyadh Ring Card + Norman-Haney and Bam-Martinez Too! | BFW Preview Podcast 58:38

1M ago58:38

58:38

It's arguably the biggest fight card of the entire year, as the "Ring IV- Night of Champions" pay per view comes off in Saudi Arabia and we're ready to preview it and have more on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast. Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael to go over all the title action coming up as they preview Saturday’s DAZN PPV car…

1
David Benavidez Conversation With Dan Rafael | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 15:21

1M ago15:21

15:21

Coming up Saturday night in Saudi Arabia, newly elevated WBC light heavyweight champ David Benavidez will defend against Britain's Anthony Yarde in a 12 round main event. Benavidez is headlining the Ring Magazine/ DAZN PPV that is probably the deepest and most interesting card of title fights in the final four months of the year. But, before we get…

1
EPSTEIN FILES 22:35

1M ago22:35

22:35

This week we discuss the ongoing Epstein issue, the files, the votes, the future of the GOP and more.By Ricky and Rafael

1
Conor Benn And Rafael Espinoza Win Main Events + Joseph Parker Tests Positive For Cocaine And More! | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 59:08

1M ago59:08

59:08

Off the weekend and the compelling Conor Benn rematch win over Chris Eubank Jr. and Rafael Espinoza battering another opponent in a WBO title defense we're ready to recap it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter have their takes here. First, they recap…

1
Chris Eubank Jr-Conor Benn Rematch + Rafael Espinoza Defends WBO Featherweight Title, + David Benavidez Too! | BFW Preview Podcast 56:44

1M ago56:44

56:44

We're back and we finally have a weekend with multiple compelling fights on separate cards in both London and Mexico and we're ready to preview those, plus a bonafide light heavyweight star is on the show for the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast." Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over it all. They start with the previe…

1
Abdullah Mason Conversation With Dan Rafael | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 14:05

1M ago14:05

14:05

Coming up on Saturday night November 22nd in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, unbeaten U.S. lightweight contender Abdullah Mason will go for his first world title. That's when he battles England's Sam Noakes for the vacant WBO 135 lb. crown. But, before that happens he spoke with our insider Dan Rafael in a one on one conversation. Find out more about what th…

1
Veterans Day Special! 34:13

1M ago34:13

34:13

This week we bring on the Mysterious, the Brooding, the one, the only.... LukeBy Ricky and Rafael

1
Vergil Ortiz Scores Quick TKO, Abdullah Mason With Dan And Fight News | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 52:12

2M ago52:12

52:12

It was a quick and decisive night for Vergil Ortiz in the Golden Boy main event, Dan talks with a rising lightweight star and we have fight news, too, on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast." Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of the Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter with "The Tea." (good info/takes) First a Recap of …

1
Vergil Ortiz - Erickson Lubin Junior Middleweight Showdown + Jake Paul Update And Other News | BFW Preview Podcast 1:04:13

2M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

We are back and ready for an intriguing weekend of action in Texas headlined by the return of hard punching Vergil Ortiz in the main event. Plus, we have some news involving the likes of Jake Paul, Ryan Garcia and other fights being finalized, etc. It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Ra…

1
Ep #187 Gov't Shut down, Sports, Israel Gaza Cease fire 21:07

2M ago21:07

21:07

This week we give you all a weekly update for the current events effecting the US.By Ricky and Rafael

1
Joshua Buatsi Controversial Win, Latest on Jake Paul-Tank Davis Bout Unravelling And More! | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 50:02

2M ago50:02

50:02

Off of a weekend that hsd controversial action in England, up and coming fighters in Orlando, FL and more we are back on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast." Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return with their insight and takes. First, a recap of Saturday Queensberry DAZN main event in Manchester Light heavyweight Joshua Buatsi decision ove…

1
Joshua Buatsi Back In England, Mayweather-Pacquiao II Happening? And More! | BFW Preview Podcast 44:37

2M ago44:37

44:37

Some action on two continents to go over, will aged, legends rematch next year and more is all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael return with their takes on everything. First, they preview Saturday’s Queensberry Promotions/DAZN main event from Manchester, England. Joshua Buatsi vs. Zach …

1
Fabrio Wardley Stuns Joseph Parker + Fight News And Holyfield-Douglas Nostalgia Too! | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 56:49

2M ago56:49

56:49

A thrilling main event in London leads our show as Fabio Wardley has become the WBO's interim champ at heavyweight and we're ready to go over the win and the impiclications on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter are back to go over it all. First, it's the r…

1
Ep #186 Aggies, Chauncey Billups, and Cooking 28:54

2M ago28:54

28:54

This week the podcast discusses the growing Aggie hype train, we discuss the scandal of Chauncey Billups being arrested for his participation in a rigged poker game as well our efforts to better our own culinary skills.By Ricky and Rafael

1
Joseph Parker Fabio Wardley WBO Interim Title Fight + Usyk Fury Joshua Updates Too! | BFW Preview Podcast 46:41

2M ago46:41

46:41

A very intriguing heavyweight main event in England leads our show and we got lots of news incluidng on the heavyweight division's top stars on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to give their takes. First a preview of Saturday’s Queensberry/DAZN PPV main event from London Joseph Parker v…

1
Ep #185 5ks, Halloween recs, shady hotels! 27:34

2M ago27:34

27:34

This week the podcast takes a spooky turn and we discuss the scary event of running! check out Devil in Disguise on peacock or Monster: The Ed Gein story on Netflix. Take out suggestion and on your next road trip stay at a shady motel!By Ricky and Rafael

1
Joseph Parker Conversation With Dan Rafael | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 15:39

2M ago15:39

15:39

Coming up Saturday night in London, the interim WBO heavyweight champ will risk his position and interim belt in a Queensberry Promotions main event. But, before that happens, hear from Joseph Paker with our insider Dan Rafael on this special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast!" Parker Defends his WBO interim heavyweight title vs. England's Fabio Wardley …

1
Danny Garcia Returns And Joseph Parker With Dan + Fight News! | BFW Preview Podcast 1:14:04

2M ago1:14:04

1:14:04

It's yet another light weekend worldwide in the sport, but there is a decent name coming back in the ring in New York and the WBO interim heavyweight champ Joseph Parker is also our guest on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast. Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter. First, a pre…

1
Jaron "Boots" Ennis Gets Quick KO + Allen vs. Makhmudov Scrap, Fight News And More! | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 46:25

2M ago46:25

46:25

We got back to action in the ring in Philly and in Sheffield, England and we're ready to go over both the main events, add some fight news and more on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to go over it all. First, a recap of Saturday night’s …

1
Jaron "Boots" Ennis Returns + Arturo Gatti Jr. Dead At 17 And More! | BFW Preview Podcast 43:47

3M ago43:47

43:47

Finally some decent action in the ring this weekend in both Philly and England and we're ready to go over it and the news and more on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast. Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back aboard to go over it all. They start with the preview of Saturday's Matchroom Boxing/DAZN card in Philadelphia Jaron “Bo…

1
Danny Garcia Conversation With Dan Rafael 10 7 25 | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 15:58

3M ago15:58

15:58

By tj

1
Muhammad Ali-Joe Frazier "Thrilla in Manila" 50th Year Anniversary Recap! | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 28:58

3M ago28:58

28:58

It's arguably the greatest heavyweight title ever and it fight took place in Manila, Philippines (of all places) with "The Greatest" Muhammad Ali winning the trilogy fight with his arch rival "Smokin' Joe" Frazier dubbed "The Thrilla in Manila!" And, on the 50th anniversary of Ali's win, we're recapping it on a special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast!"…

1
Ep #184 Charlie Kirk, Gov't shut down, goals ACHIEVED 34:05

3M ago34:05

34:05

We're back! with hard hitting takes on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the Government shut down and some great goals being achieved by our co-host!By Ricky and Rafael

1
Danny Garcia With Dan + Canelo Surgery And '26 Hall of Fame Ballot Talk | BFW Preview Podcast 55:58

3M ago55:58

55:58

Yet another light week in the the ring, but we have plenty to go over and a former 2 time world champ joins us for a conversation too on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast." Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return to go over it all. First, a preview Saturday in Lilliestram, Norway on "UFC Fight Pass," Ema Kozin vs. Cecilia Braekhus…

1
ESPN's Mark Kriegel Talks His New Mike Tyson Book! | Fight Freaks Unite Podcast 1:11:28

3M ago1:11:28

1:11:28

With another light weekend of action (or lack thereof) in the ring, we decided to go to a "heavyweight" in the boxing media outside of it. This, as ESPN's Mark Kriegel joined our coverage on Youtube and hear on the "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast." On this special video/pod we have an extended conversation with the ESPN broadcaster and noted columnist/…

1
Jake Paul-Gervonta Davis Pressers, Lamont Roach Next Bout + Eubank Jr-Benn Undercard | BFW Preview Podcast 31:19

3M ago31:19

31:19

Without a significant fight card worldwided this weekend there is still plenty of news to go over headed to the final weekend of September on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast." Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over the prominent info and have some takes. They begin with: Jake Paul-Gervonta Davis held their media tour Mond…

1
Oscar Collazo Crazy TKO Defense, Chris Eubank Jr. Insults Eddie Hearn And More! | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 42:17

3M ago42:17

42:17

It was a rather light weekend worldwide, but there was a significant 2 world title fight card in California and of course, we're recapping that and have the newest fight news, too, on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!" Host TJ. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter to give their takes. First, t…

1
Oscar Collazo Defends Strawweight Titles + Canelo-Crawford Netflix Audience And More! | BFW Preview Podcast 48:49

3M ago48:49

48:49

After the mega Canelo-Crawford week's conclusion, it's a lighter weekend of action, but still a pair of world title fights will take place in the same location in California. And, we're ready to go over that and the latest fight news on the "Big Fight Wekeend Preview Podcast!" Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Big Dan Rafael to go over it all an…

1
Terence Crawford Upsets Canelo Alvarez, Inoue Continues Dominance + Daath Of Ricky Hatton | Fight Freaks Unite Recap 1:05:58

3M ago1:05:58

1:05:58

A WILD weekend of action in the ring has conculuded and we're ready to talk Terence Crawford's tremendous performance in an upset decision win over fellow future hall of famer Canelo Alvarez in Las Vegas Saturday night. We cover that bout, the undercard, a world title win for .... Lewis Crocker?... yes... and oh, Naoya "The Monster" Inoue on Sunday…

1
Canelo-Crawford Takes Center Stage, Dan Is In Vegas And Goes One on One With Canelo, etc.! | BFW Preview Podcast 58:41

4M ago58:41

58:41

We are ready to go for the Canelo Alvarez-Terence Crawford mega showdown in Vegas Satuday night on the newest edition of our "Big Fight Weekend Preview" show and podcast. Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael, who is in Vegas, did this show as a live broadcast on our Youtube channel. And, now you are hearing it on podcast! They Preview Saturday’s …

Ricky And Rafael Podcasts