Brian Johnson, a journalist and occasional boxing publicist, and Minnesota boxing historian Sean Strauss discuss the Sweet Science with a special focus on the North Star State. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: https://music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brian-johnson492/support
We've all seen movies that claim to be 'based on a true story', but have you ever wondered how accurate they are? That's what we'll find out as we compare Hollywood with history.
Professional off-road racer and media personality Jim Beaver hosts a melting pot of motorsports, action sports, and pop culture topics with some of the biggest guests in the industry. Formerly known as the Down & Dirty Radio Show for 10 years. Website: www.JimBeaver15.com
In this "From the Vault," Jim Beaver throws is back a few years to having legendary guitar player and musician "Hurricane" Nita Strauss on the show talking about her career, playing alongside Alice Cooper, her solo album, and playing WWE Wrestlemania. Get up to a $70 rebate on a new set of General Tires here: General Tire Spring Savings Subscribe h…
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This Week: Waterloo, The Blue Max and Hitler: The Rise of Evil
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On this episode, we'll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in Waterloo, The Blue Max and Hitler: The Rise of Evil. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/236 Learn more about BOATS T…
On the special epsiode of the Jim Beaver Show, Jim has Supercross racers and brothers Josh and Justin Hill on the show from round 10 in Detroit to talk about combining forces on Team Tedder in 2023, their careers, and the rest of the Supercross season. Get up to a $70 rebate on a new set of General Tires here: General Tire Spring Savings Subscribe …
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Post Fights Recap Jack O'Brien Boxing Invitational at The Garden in Canal Park by Jungle Boy Boxing
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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast recaps the Jack O'Brien Boxing Invitational at The Garden in Canal Park by Jungle Boy Boxing. Fans packed The Garden for what turned out to be an entertaining night of boxing. Tyler Nystrom and Jesse Wannemacher set the bar high with a bruising exhibition match. Also on the card, Danny Huffman plea…
Jim Beaver recaps the 2023 Mint 400 with Matt Martelli talking about winners, stories, and what to expect next. He also opens the show talking about Ken Roczen's big Supercross win in Indianapolis. Get up to a $70 rebate on a new set of General Tires here: General Tire Spring Savings Subscribe here to the show: Apple Podcasts Follow us on YouTube h…
In this "From the Vault," Jim Beaver throws it back with good friend and NHRA legend Antron Brown as he reflects on his legendary career. Get up to a $70 rebate on a new set of General Tires here: General Tire Spring Savings Subscribe here to the show: Apple Podcasts Follow us on YouTube here: Jim Beaver on YouTube…
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This Week: Schindler's List, Valkyrie and Rome
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On this episode, we'll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in Schindler's List, Valkyrie and Rome. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/235 Learn more about BOATS This Week: https:…
Today we're learning about the 2019 movie Radioactive with Lauren Redniss, who is the artist and author who wrote the book of the same name that the movie was based on. Learn more about the true story Get Lauren's book: https://links.boatspodcast.com/234book See more of Lauren's work: https://links.boatspodcast.com/234guest Did you enjoy this episo…
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Bonus: BJ Baldwin's "Recoil Reloaded" Live Watch Party
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In this bonus epsiode of the Jim Beaver Show, Jim holds a live watch party for the highly anticipated "Recoil Reloaded" featuring BJ Baldwin. Get up to a $70 rebate on a new set of General Tires here: General Tire Spring Savings Subscribe here to the show: Apple Podcasts Follow us on YouTube here: Jim Beaver on YouTube…
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Tony Lee Interview for March 10 boxing card at The Garden in Duluth
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Minnesota boxer Tony Lee joins the podcast to talk about his upcoming fight against Rondale Hubbert at The Garden in Duluth. Lee (11-2-1 as a pro) returns to the ring after a nearly 6-year layoff. But this episode is about more than boxing. In a wide-ranging interview, Lee talks about trials and tribulations, family, and his deep and abiding faith …
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From the Vault: Skid Row's Sebastian Bach
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In this From," Jim Beaver throws it back to the time he had legendary musician and former frontman of Skid Row, Sebastian Bach on the show. Get up to a $70 rebate on a new set of General Tires here: General Tire Spring Savings Subscribe here to the show: Apple Podcasts Follow us on YouTube here: Jim Beaver on YouTube…
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This Week: The Alamo, Selma and Malcolm X
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On this episode, we'll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in The Alamo, Selma and Malcolm X. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/233 Learn more about BOATS This Week: https://lin…
On this epsiode of the General Tire Jim Beaver Show, Jim has Matt Martelli on the show and they preview the 2023 Mint 400 and breakdown the classes, drivers to watch, and storylines heading into the event. Get up to a $70 rebate on a new set of General Tires here: General Tire Spring Savings Subscribe here to the show: Apple Podcasts Follow us on Y…
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Rondale Hubbert Interview for the March 10 card at The Garden in Duluth
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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast is pleased to welcome Minnesota boxer Rondale “Give ‘em Hell” Hubbert. Fighting out of Duluth, Hubbert has more than 40 pro fights under his belt. Speaking of belts, he’s also a two-time state champion. Hubbert returns to the ring on March 10 at The Garden in Duluth. His opponent, fellow Minnesota …
On this bonus episode, Jim Beaver has Kandi Krush of WOW - Women of Wrestling on the show talking about her career spanning professional swimming, professional boxing, and now professional wrestling. He also talks on the upcoming Mint 400, Supercross, and this weekend's UFC PPV. Information on Kandi Krush and WOW here: WOW - Women of Wrestling Get …
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Jesse Wannemacher Interview for Duluth boxing bout at The Garden on 3.10.23
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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast catches up with Jesse Wannemacher, a pro boxer and mixed martial artist fighting out of the Port City of Duluth. On March 10, Wannemacher will step through the ropes for the second time as a pro boxer. His fight is part of a big card at The Garden in Duluth. In the following interview, Wannemacher …
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From the Vault: Sean Whalen of "Lions Not Sheep"
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This Week: Waco, The Crucible and Seabiscuit
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On this episode, we'll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in Waco, The Crucible and Seabiscuit. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/232 Learn more about BOATS This Week: https://…
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Recap of February 25 card at The Armory with post-fight interviews
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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast recaps the February 25 Showtime-televised card at The Armory in Minneapolis. It was a big night for the hometown boxers, as Minneapolis welterweights Jamal “Shango” James and Ve Shawn Owens — fighting in front of a sellout crowd— won their respective fights in impressive fashion. In the main event,…
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David Morrell Jr. and fighter interviews for the Fen. 25 Showtime boxing card
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This episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast features interviews with fighters participating in the February 25 Showtime-televised boxing card at the Armory in Minneapolis. Headlining the card are Subriel Matias and Jeremías Ponce, who square off for a vacant super lightweight title. This promises to be a highly entertaining matchup of two exp…
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#496 - Billy Slade & Brandon Twitchell Talk KOH and SXS's
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On this episode Jim Beaver brings on his good friends Billy Slade & Brandon Twitchell of HCR Racing to talk about their 2023 King of the Hammers race program, the misadventures on the lake bed, and what it takes to compete at the most grueling race on the planet. For more information on HCR Racing click here: HCR Racing Be sure and find a General T…
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USA vs CANADA preview show featuring the Umlands
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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast previews the February 25 USA vs CANADA show in Wadena. Special guests are coach and former boxer Jeremy Umland and his sons, Matt and Adam. The younger Umlands are accomplished amateur boxers with a combined 160-plus fights. The Umlands talk about their boxing journey, upcoming events and more. Int…
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From the Vault: Aaron Plessinger & Lindsay Brewer
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In this "From the Down & Dirty Show Vault," Jim Beaver throws it back a few years to Supercross rider Aaron Plessinger and model and pro race driver Lindsay Brewer on the show with a bonus segment with Tiffany Stone. Be sure and find a General Tire for your ride here: General TireBy JB15 Group
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This Week: Malcolm X, Flags of Our Fathers and Patton
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On this episode, we'll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in Malcolm X, Flags of Our Fathers and Patton. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/231 Read the Investigating Iwo eBook …
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Sona Akale aka "Slink Proper" Interview for the March 10 card in Duluth
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In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast visits with local boxer and musical artist Slink Proper. Slink, of St. Paul, boasts a perfect 7-0 record and is the reigning Mid American Super Welterweight champion. On March 10, at The Garden in Duluth, he will face off against hard-hitting Noah Kidd, who most recently boxed former world champion…
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Tyler Nystrom and Alex Citrowske talk about their upcoming fight in Duluth
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In this episode, we catch up with Tyler Nystrom and Alex Citrowske, who will face off in a 168-pound clash on the March 10 card at The Garden in Duluth. Nystrom, a military veteran who was stationed in Afghanistan, is making his pro debut. Citrowske is back in the ring after successful knee surgery. Most recently, Citrowske took on John Gotti III a…
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#495 - Live from the 2023 AIM Expo w/ GSP XTV, Klean Freak, & GUTS
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This epsiode was recorded live from the show floor of the 2023 AIM Powersports Expo in Las Vegas from the GSP XTV booth. Guests include Tim Goalen of Klean Freak, Steve Washington of GSP XTV, and Andy Gregg of GUTS Racing. Get info on GSP XTV Axles here: GSP XTV Get some Klean Freak body wipes here: Klean Freak Get a custom GUTS Racing seat here: G…
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From the Vault: Pro Wrestler Amber Nova, Ryan Piplic, & Tiffany Stone
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In this "From the Down & Dirty Show Vault," Jim Beaver goes back a few years to a big show with pro wrestler and car geek Amber Nova, UTV champ Ryan Piplic, & off-road personality Tiffany Stone.By JB15 Group
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This Week: Mata Hari, The St. Valentine's Day Massacre and Young Guns
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For the week between February 13th to February 19th, we'll be learning about historical events that were depicted in Mata Hari, The St. Valentine's Day Massacre and Young Guns. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/230 Learn more ab…
In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we catch up with Eddy Valenzuela, an outstanding local amateur boxer and engineering student at the University of St. Thomas. Valenzuela, who has won the lion’s share of his 60-plus amateur fights, boxes out of the Minnesota Top Team gym in Eagan. In the following interview, Valenzuela talks abo…
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One Night with the King with Michael LeFebvre
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Today we're learning about the 2006 movie One Night with the King. Dr. Michael LeFebvre is a Fellow at the Center for Pastor Theologians and an Old Testament scholar who will join us to separate fact from fiction in the movie. Learn more about the true story Reach Michael's article on Esther mentioned in the episode: https://links.boatspodcast.com/…
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This Week: Mary Queen of Scots, The Pacific and Julia
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For the week between February 6th to February 12th, we'll be learning about historical events that were depicted in Mary Queen of Scots, The Pacific and Julia. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/228 Learn more about BOATS This We…
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Kevin Greenlee and Jeff Bassett Interviews
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In this episode, local amateur boxers Kevin Greenlee and Jeff Bassett talk about how they got into boxing and what it’s like to compete in the masters’ division, amateur boxing’s answer to the senior golf circuit. Specifically, they discuss their upcoming rematch. The friendly rivals run it back this Saturday, Feb. 4, as part of a big amateur show …
In this epsiode, the Jim Beaver Show teams up with OffRoadRacer.com to bring you a preview of the 2023 King of the Hammers event. Jim Beaver and Matt Martelli break down each race and the overall 2 week event. Be sure and subscribe to our podcast feed below to catch all of our epsiodes and interviews from the lakebed. For full coverage of KOH 2023 …
Fresh off playing the iconic Whisky a Go Go, Jim Beaver has Coryn Cahill of Minor Strut on the show to talk about this past weekend's show, Minor Strut, her career, the Hollywood music scene, and making it in the music industry. For all things Minor Strut: http://www.minorstrut.com Subscribe to the Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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From the Vault: Jeremy McGrath Live Q&A from the 2022 King of the Hammers
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In this "From the Down & Dirty Show Vault," in honor of King of the Hammers opening week, Jim Beaver throws it back to the 2022 event with the legend Jeremy McGrath, and a live Q&A they did with Kawasaki from the lakebed. Be sure and find a General Tire for your ride here: http://bit.ly/3hDMHqQBy JB15 Group
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This Week: Lincoln, All Quiet on the Western Front and The Buddy Holly Story
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For the week between January 30th to February 5th, we'll be learning about historical events that were depicted in Lincoln, All Quiet on the Western Front and The Buddy Holly Story. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/227 Learn mo…
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Jamal “Shango” James previews his Feb. 25 fight at The Armory
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The Minnesota Fight Night podcast debuted in 2020 with special guest Jamal “Shango” James. Fittingly, as we kick off our fourth season, Minneapolis boxer James (27-2, 12 KOs) is back to talk about his Feb. 25 Showtime-televised fight at The Armory in Minneapolis. James, a former WBA welterweight champion, returns to the ring after a 16-month layoff…
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#492 - BC Vaught of Breaking in a Sequence on Music, Racing, & the Whisky a Go Go
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Jim Beaver has his good friend BC Vaught of "Breaking in a Sequence" on the show talking about music and their upcoming concert at the Whisky a Go Go, his career in action sports and powersports, and his new Trophy Truck program. Be sure and find a General Tire for your ride here: http://bit.ly/3hDMHqQ Tickets for the concert at the Whisky here: ht…
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From the Vault: Pro Wakesurfer Ashley Kidd
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In this "From the Vault," Jim Beaver goes into the archives with an interview with professional wakesurfer, model, and multi-time world champ Ashley Kidd. Be sure and find a General Tire for your ride here: http://bit.ly/3hDMHqQBy JB15 Group
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This Week: Steve Jobs, U-571 and The Challenger Disaster
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For the week between January 23rd to January 29th, we'll be learning about historical events that were depicted in Steve Jobs, U-571 and The Challenger Disaster. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/226 Learn more about BOATS This …
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#491 - 2023 Kickoff Show w/ Motorsports Curated
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Jim Beaver kicks off 2023 with Albert Garcia of Motorsports Curated diving in to social media, marketing, Supercross, action sports, off-road, and a little of all things motorsports. Be sure and find a General Tire for your ride here: http://bit.ly/3hDMHqQBy JB15 Group
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King Arthur with Professor Dorsey Armstrong
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Today we're learning about the 2004 movie King Arthur starring Clive Owen and Keira Knightley. Professor Armstrong is a medievalist who has been published numerous times over decades for her work studying the legends of and surrounding King Arthur, and she'll join us today to separate fact from fiction in the movie. Learn more about the true story …
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From the Vault: Off-Road Legend Larry Roeseler
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This Week: El Chapo, La Révolution française and Zulu
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For the week between January 16th to January 22nd, we'll be learning about historical events that were depicted in El Chapo, La Révolution française (The French Revolution) and Zulu. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/224 Learn m…
In this "From the Vault," Jim Beaver the racer/media personality interviews Jim Beaver the actor, known from movies and television and shows such as Deadwood and Supernatural. This is a funny look at both careers and the crossover and mixups the ensue between them.By JB15 Group
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This Week: Roman Empire, Walk the Line and Sully
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For the week between January 9th to January 15th, we'll be learning about historical events that were depicted in Netflix's Roman Empire, Walk the Line and Sully. Did you enjoy this episode? Leave a comment: https://links.boatspodcast.com/comment Find the transcript and full show notes: https://links.boatspodcast.com/223 Learn more about BOATS This…
Introducing Based on a True Story This Week, a fun new way to learn about movies that portray events that happened this week in history and the true story behind them. Learn more https://links.boatspodcast.com/thisweek Support the show to get ad-free episodes https://links.boatspodcast.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…
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#490 - Remembering Ken Block w/ Jim's Favorite Ken Interview
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In this epsiode Jim remebers Ken Block, with one of his favorite interviews of his friend, motorsports legend and the HHIC. #KB43VERBy JB15 Group
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