Andrew Clarke
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I'm Andy Clarke, a boxing commentator and pundit, mainly for Sky Sports. This is the home of a boxing podcast me and 3-time world title challenger and Sky colleague Matt Macklin are doing called Macklin's Take. Topical debate, big-name guests and boxing insiders, we'll bring you all of it. We hope you enjoy it.
Short reviews from the PlayNext desk, based on the episodes we processed.
A postponed-fight detour with its strongest voice in Clifton Mitchell's view of boxing.
The episode lingers in the awkward calm after the postponed fight, with Andy Clark and Matt Macklin at the Intercontinental sorting travel changes, an early-departure mood, and the sense that the news may already be stale by the time listeners hear it.
This episode is a reaction to the Eubank Jr vs.
This episode features a deep dive analysis of the Mike Tyson vs Danny Williams fight with guest Steve Lillis, including boxing podcast cross-promotion and humorous banter.
A live podcast from Riyadh previewing the Anthony Joshua vs.
The hosts return to discuss the state of British boxing, focusing on fighters like Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Deontay Wilder, while sharing personal updates about fatherhood and sleep deprivation.
This episode features an interview with Robert Smith, Secretary of the British Boxing Board of Control, discussing recent boxing incidents and the challenges of sports administration.
Spencer Oliver hosts a boxing podcast episode in place of Matthew Macklin, joined by Macklin's former trainer Joe Gallagher, discussing Macklin's absence due to filming and family commitments.
This episode discusses the evolving role and dynamics of away corner fighters in boxing, featuring insights from current fighters Lewis Van Poetsch and his cornerman Rich Farnan.
Andy Clark and Matt Macklin discuss their experiences at a boxing event in Saudi Arabia, focusing on Matt's impressions of the professional setup and unique atmosphere.
The hosts return to their sports podcast after a hiatus, discussing technical difficulties, personal life updates, and teasing upcoming boxing analysis of Fury vs Usyk and domestic sports schedules.
This episode features an interview with boxing insider Mark Taffet, discussing his career managing Clarissa Shields, his time at HBO, and reflections on HBO's departure from boxing.
This episode reacts to the Ben Whittaker vs.
This episode discusses the recent high-profile boxing matches, including Spence vs Crawford and Fulton's fight, highlighting the fighters' conduct and Crawford's achievement as a two-weight undisputed champion.
This episode features an interview with Rob Tebbutt, head of ID Boxing, discussing the recent merger between ID Boxing and Boxing News and its implications for the boxing industry.
Macklin interviews Errol Johnson, discussing their shared history in amateur boxing, including Macklin's first amateur fight against Johnson in 1994 and the boxing scene in the Midlands.
The hosts discuss the busy weekend of boxing events, including reactions to Eubank vs.
This episode features an interview with Macklin discussing his new book about the psychology and experience of knockouts in boxing, exploring what it feels like to deliver and receive knockouts and how fighters mentally prepare for this reality.
The hosts announce the return of their sports podcast after a 10-month hiatus, discussing family-related delays and plans for weekly episodes with on-location coverage of boxing events.
This episode recaps the weekend's boxing events, focusing on Tyson Fury vs.
This episode introduces the George Groves Boxing Club podcast, featuring casual conversations about boxing with insights, stories, and humor from host George Groves and co-host Dec.
This episode features an interview with IBO World Champion boxer Jazza Dickens discussing his idea for a podcast where real boxers critique boxing analysts who have never fought professionally.
The host discusses personal family updates before transitioning to previewing an upcoming boxing match between AJ and Ngannou.
This episode revisits the ongoing Conor Benn boxing controversy, analyzing recent developments while emphasizing an impartial approach despite personal familiarity with Benn.
This episode is a special reunion podcast recorded at an Irish centre, where host Macklin and guests from Small Heath Boxing Club gather to share stories celebrating trainer Pat Benson's birthday.
This episode continues an interview with Ambrose Mendy, focusing on boxing stories and experiences from London events like weigh-ins and the Shields Martial Bill.
This episode discusses the cancellation of the Anthony Joshua vs.
This episode features an interview with Ambrose Mendy, a longtime figure in British boxing, recorded on location in London's Mile End area, discussing his roots and the local boxing scene.
This episode features an interview with broadcasting legend Gary Newbon, discussing his career in sports broadcasting, particularly in boxing, and his connections to figures like Frank Warren and events at the NEC in Birmingham.
This episode is a reaction to the Clarissa Shields vs Savannah Marshall boxing event at the O2 Arena, discussing the fights, atmosphere, and overall experience.
The hosts interview sports broadcaster Crystina Poncher during Fight Week about covering the first all-female boxing card despite a five-week postponement.
This episode features a discussion with Al Siesta about the relationships between major boxing promoters in the UK and internationally, including Boxer, Queensbury, Matt Troom, and Wasserman.
Matt introduces the podcast while discussing his sleep deprivation from having a newborn baby before teasing guest Kody Mommaerts as an imposing presence who would keep anyone awake.
The hosts discuss Macklin's return from paternity leave, sharing personal experiences about sleep deprivation and the challenges of early parenthood.
Two hosts preview the upcoming Eubank Jr vs.
This episode of Macklin's Take focuses on analyzing the upcoming boxing rematch between Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron, building on previous discussion from the previous week's show.
This episode appears to be a sports commentary podcast discussing stadium events and preparation fights, likely in combat sports like boxing or MMA.
The host reacts to the thrilling Fury vs Usyk heavyweight boxing match in Saudi Arabia, describing it as a dramatic, high-level event with momentum shifts and a split decision.
The hosts revisit their 'Big Fight Deep Dive' series to analyze the 1995 boxing match between Chris Eubank and Steve Collins, featuring guest commentator Ian Darke.
This episode previews the upcoming boxing match between Fabio Wardley and Fraser Clarke, discussing the press conference and other fights on the card.
This episode features an interview with former British and Commonwealth boxing champion Scott Welch, discussing his son Tommy's boxing career and the current heavyweight scene.
This episode features a discussion with boxing analyst Steve Kim about the problem of fighter inactivity in professional boxing and its negative impact on the sport.
Andy Clarke hosts boxing commentator Teddy Atlas on Macklin's Take, discussing technical difficulties and setting up for a two-part interview.
This episode continues a discussion with Gary Newbon about the peak of British boxing television in the 1990s, focusing on iconic fighters like Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank.
This boxing podcast episode previews a major upcoming fight in Japan while acknowledging another fight that will have already occurred by airtime.
Macklin interviews John Pegg about their experiences during a fun fight week in Bournemouth, discussing the atmosphere, hotel interactions, and business conversations.
This episode discusses Teddy Atlas's push for a federal commission in boxing to address issues with officials and maintain integrity in the sport.
This episode of Macklin's Take interviews WBC Super Featherweight Champion Alycia Baumgardner about her experience dealing with the sudden cancellation of a boxing match due to Queen Elizabeth II's passing and how she handled the situation positively.
This emergency podcast discusses the breaking news about Conor Benn's adverse VADA doping test result and its potential impact on the upcoming Eubank vs Benn boxing match.
Andy Clarke and Matt Macklin host Colonel Bob Sheridan, a hall of fame boxing commentator since the 1960s, discussing the recent Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker fight and his extensive career in the sport.
Andy Clarke and Matt Macklin interview Clifton Mitchell, a former boxer turned security company owner and gym founder.
Andy Clarke and Matt Macklin host an episode featuring Thomas Hauser, starting with casual banter before discussing recent boxing events, upcoming UK pay-per-view fights, and the role of TV in the sport, setting the stage for in-depth media analysis.