Episode 23: Christy Martin

Few people in boxing are in less need of an introduction than Christy Martin. Hall of Famer, former world champion, women's boxing pioneer, Sports Illustrated cover girl, Martin is now a boxing promoter. But she is so much more besides. She was shot, stabbed, and left for dead by her former husband. She suffered a stroke after a routine operation. And she is the founder of Christy’s Champs, dedicated to helping survivors of domestic violence. In this episode, she talks about her career in and out of the ring, her advice for young boxers, her thoughts on the rise of women's boxing and the challenging state of the business more generally, the importance of Christy's Champs - and also about being portrayed on the silver screen by Sydney Sweeney. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fighterhealthpodcast.substack.com