Between the Rounds explores the strategy, preparation, and decisions that shape performance—in sport and business.
Hosted by elite amateur boxer and former Managing Director Sarah Cunningham. From technical fight breakdowns to behind-the-scenes camp access to high-stakes performance strategy.
Real insights into the strategies that shape champions.
Oscar Valdez: Channeling Fear, the Value of the Amateurs, and Life with Canelo
"In the amateurs, you fight for no money—you’re just fighting for pride."
Two-time Olympian and former two-division World Champion Oscar Valdez stops by Between the Rounds with host Sarah C at the Mike Tyson Invitational. Oscar reflects on his decorated career, offering an honest look at the state of modern boxing and the trap young fighters fall into when chasing money and social media clout over foundational skill.
Oscar discusses:
The Amateur Foundation: Why delaying his pro turn until age 21 and fighting elite international talents like Vasiliy Lomachenko set him up for world title success.
Overcoming Fear & Adversity: The truth behind his famous performance fighting through a shattered jaw, and how embracing the fear of failure creates real resilience.
His Relationship with Canelo Álvarez: The 20-year bond they share, what Canelo taught him about boxing, finance, and life, and how to navigate the business of the sport.
Corner Advice That Mattered: The precise 60-second instruction that helped him remain focused to win the WBC Super Featherweight Championship.
Subscribe to Between the Rounds for more in-depth conversations with combat sports icons.
28 Oct 2026
Katie Taylor: Life After Boxing, The Croke Park Farewell & Leaving a Legacy
In this special episode of Between the Rounds, host Sarah C sits down with boxing icon Katie Taylor to open up about the bittersweet reality of stepping away from the ring. Recorded live, Katie reflects on the emotional weight of her farewell walkout at Croke Park, the foundational lessons learned through a lifetime in amateur boxing, and the profound shift from grueling two-a-days to a less intense rhythm of life.
Sarah C and Katie also dive deep into the evolution of women's sports—going back to walking into a gym as a 10-year-old facing skeptics to seeing female fighters headline major cards with dignity and respect. Plus, Katie shares what it takes to build unbreakable trust with her long-time coach Ross Enamait in the corner, and hints at her next steps in boxing management.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation on legacy, mindset, and the heart of the sweet science.
26 Oct 2026
Mike Tyson's Invitational 3: Inside the East Coast Debut with Rising Amateurs
Welcome back to Between the Rounds with your host, Sarah C! In this episode, we report live from Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut for the historic first East Coast edition of Mike Tyson’s Invitational III.
Hear exclusive ringside reactions, key moment breakdowns, and direct interviews with elite young amateur champions hand-selected by Mike Tyson himself.
We catch up with Honey B. Milani, Elijah Mitchell, Tayana Lawrence, Carmine Gentile, Candace Jesus, Amir Foster, and Zachary Chapman as they discuss their training, mental toughness, fighting styles inspired by legends like Mike Tyson and Katie Taylor, and what it takes to perform under the bright lights.
Tune in for deep dives into the next generation of boxing talent and what's next as Mike Tyson prepares to take the invitational global!
Make sure to hit subscribe for more exclusive fight breakdowns, insider access, and athlete interviews as Mike Tyson takes the invitational global next year!
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