The Mixed Company Podcast

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Boxing arguments with culture in the clinch.

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The Mixed Company Podcast follows boxing from the couch, the arena, and the comment section. Jamison and Luis Montemayor argue through recent fights, promotion politics, Mexican and Mexican American fan identity, retirement talk, and the weird compromises that keep the sport moving.

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About The Mixed Company Podcast

The Mixed Company Podcast is a boxing show built less like a desk segment and more like a fight-night conversation that kept going after the card ended. It is quick, opinionated, and comfortable changing gears mid-thought. Jamison and Luis Montemayor work through the sport as fans who care about what happened in the ring and why everyone is arguing about it afterward. A Benavidez performance can become a debate about fouls, intent, Cinco de Mayo symbolism, Mexican American popularity, and what fans expect from a boxing star. A retirement question can turn into a bigger look at heavyweights, name value, damage, nostalgia, and why some fighters keep getting major opportunities. The show spends real time on business without sounding detached from the sport. Saudi funding, Dana White, Top Rank, ESPN exposure, Jake Paul’s promotion of women’s boxing, and the limits of traditional matchmaking all show up as live arguments rather than tidy talking points. It has a strong culture current, especially around Mexican and Mexican American boxing identity. Spanish and Spanglish appear naturally when the conversation moves there. The tone can be warm one minute and skeptical the next. That swing is part of the appeal. The hosts can praise a fighter’s performance, mock the excuses around a result, and still stop to separate personal dislike from a useful contribution to the sport. Recent episodes cover David Benavidez, Ramírez, Ryan Garcia, Usyk, Deontay, Chizora, Alicia Baumgartner, and the shape of women’s boxing on television. Live-event stories from Phoenix and Glendale give the show some ground-level texture. Guest spots bring in outside voices, including Legend from Boxing Legends Lounge and a Shawn Porter bonus interview. The show is not an explainer for total newcomers. It assumes boxing already matters and that the listener wants the argument behind the headline. Its best moments come when a fight result opens into something larger: pride, promotion, legacy, access, or the uneasy business of selling a brutal sport. For PlayNext, it fits the boxing fan who wants recap, debate, culture talk, and industry frustration in the same feed.

Made for: Built for boxing fans who follow fight results, fighter reputations, promotion politics, and fan debates closely enough to want more than a recap. It especially suits listeners interested in Mexican and Mexican American boxing culture.

What sets it apart: The show’s edge is its mix of live fan reaction, business skepticism, and cultural argument. It can move from Benavidez’s ring work to Cinco de Mayo identity, Saudi money, Jake Paul’s women’s boxing push, and heavyweight nostalgia without losing the fight-night energy.

In their own words

Longtime boxing analyst and bettor Jamieson Welsh teams up with hardcore boxing fan Luis Montemayor for a no-holds-barred conversation about the sport and industry they both love. They'll discuss the sport, politics and maneuverings behind the scenes and everything in between. Proud to be a part of the 19 Media Group.

As heard by us

Based on 5 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor connect fight analysis to the money, reputation and cultural identity shaping boxing careers.

The Mixed Company Podcast treats boxing as both a contest and an industry, with Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor moving between fight analysis and the forces shaping careers.

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Jamieson Welsh and Luis Montemayor turn boxing's gray areas into the argument you wanted after the bell.

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  • sharp post-fight judgments that separate accidental fouls from dirty work
  • boxing business talk where Saudi funding and Dana White matter alongside the fighters
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TMCP Ep 43: David Benavidez is the New King of Cinco De MayoMay 6, 2026

A Benavidez-focused boxing conversation that stays close to the fight and its aftermath.

Mixed Company Podcast centers on David Benavidez and opens with a simple, useful question: how the fight felt on a Saturday night, whether it was watched at home or out with friends, and why the Vegas buzz mattered even without Canelo-level hype.

TMCP Ep 42: Benavidez vs. Ramírez: ¿Quien será el nuevo rey de Cino de mayo?Apr 29, 2026

A boxing discussion that keeps circling identity, legacy, and the difference between a local idol and a global star.

The episode uses the Benavidez argument as a way into a larger question: what a Mexican-American fighter can be. Tony keeps returning to the pull between becoming a national idol in Mexico and reaching the level of a worldwide superstar, and Oscar de la Hoya gives that idea its…

TMCP Ep 41: The Saudis or Dana White: Who is Worse for Boxing?Apr 27, 2026

A boxing-business conversation centered on Saudi funding, Jake Paul, and women's boxing.

The Mixed Company Podcast gives most of its attention to Saudi funding, Jake Paul, and women's boxing. Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor echo Eddie Hearn's warning that boxing may not see the same level of Saudi money, while also giving Jake Paul reluctant credit for helping…

TMCP Ep 40: Which Boxers Should Consider Retirement?Apr 8, 2026

A relaxed heavyweight discussion anchored by Chizora's record and Deontay's lasting pull.

Episode 40 moves from the Sean Porter interview in Phoenix into a relaxed heavyweight conversation, and it holds attention because Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor keep circling back to records, reputation, and the names that still draw notice.

TMCP Ep 35: Shakur vs. Teofimo: Who Will Be The Next Big Star?Jan 29, 2026

A Phoenix media-day recap turns into a blunt boxing debate about replaceability, weight, and convincing wins.

The episode opens with Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor recapping a Phoenix media day for Navarrete versus Nunez, and the setting comes through clearly.

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Episodes

  1. 1

    Shakur Stevenson Needs to Announce a Fight Already!

    Oct 1, 2026·24m
  2. 2

    Can Pitbull Cruz Take Down Ryan Garcia?

    Sep 24, 2026·30m
  3. 3

    Can David Benavidez and Ryan Garcia Be the Next Cinco De Mayo Stars?

    Sep 17, 2026·29m
  4. 4

    Can Ryan Garcia Dominate This Weekend?

    Sep 10, 2026·30m
  5. 5

    Can Moses Itauma Make a Comeback?

    Sep 5, 2026·23m
  6. 6

    Rolly Romero Missed His Shot

    Aug 27, 2026·29m
  7. 7

    Does Rolly Romero Have a Chance To Beat Teofimo?

    Aug 20, 2026·23m
  8. 8

    David Benavidez is Fighting WHOM?!?

    Aug 13, 2026·39m
  9. 9

    We Can Stop Caring About Keyshawn Davis Now

    Aug 6, 2026·23m
  10. 10

    We're Still Not Impressed With Zuffa Boxing

    Jul 29, 2026·45m
  11. 11

    We're Really Worried About Errol Spence

    Jul 23, 2026·35m
  12. 12

    Adrien Broner: Big Comeback or Big Mistake?

    Jul 16, 2026·41m
  13. 13

    Boxing On TNT Was A HUGE Success

    Jul 10, 2026·27m
  14. 14

    Boots Ennis & Emiliano Vargas Are the Next Big Stars

    Jul 3, 2026·46m
  15. 15

    Is Tank Davis Back?

    Jun 24, 2026·22m
  16. 16

    Oscar Vs Dana White (We're On Oscar's Side)

    Jun 18, 2026·40m
  17. 17

    Lamont Roach Deserves to be a Star

    Jun 15, 2026·25m
  18. 18

    Was The Fix In Against Rico Verhoeven?

    Jun 4, 2026·23m
  19. 19

    How Broke is Floyd Mayweather? (VERY.)

    Jun 4, 2026·49m
  20. 20

    Will Keyshawn Davis Become An Elite Fighter?

    May 21, 2026·38m
  21. 21

    The Sports Gambling Episode

    May 17, 2026·30m
  22. 22

    TMCP Ep 43: David Benavidez is the New King of Cinco De Mayo

    Hidden gem

    The show opens on David Benavidez and the reaction surrounding his fight.

    May 6, 2026·45m·3 clips
  23. 23

    TMCP Ep 42: Benavidez vs. Ramírez: ¿Quien será el nuevo rey de Cino de mayo?

    Benavides sets the frame.

    Apr 29, 2026·47m·3 clips
  24. 24

    TMCP Ep 41: The Saudis or Dana White: Who is Worse for Boxing?

    Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor open on the business fight around boxing.

    Apr 27, 2026·48m·3 clips
  25. 25

    TMCP Ep 40: Which Boxers Should Consider Retirement?

    Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor kick off episode 40 with a quick catch-up and a nod back to Sean Porter in Phoenix.

    Apr 8, 2026·42m·3 clips
  26. 26

    TMCP EXCLUSIVE BONUS INTERVIEW: Shawn Porter

    This bonus interview episode features Luis Montemayor from the Mixed Company Podcast introducing what appears to be an interview segment after promotional content for Penn Station subs and Fisher Homes.

    Apr 2, 2026·13m
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    TMCP Ep 39: Will Top Rank Ever Attract New Fans?

    The hosts discuss their recent experiences, including a trip to Chicago and childhood debate participation, while introducing an episode focused on whether Top Rank boxing can attract new fans.

    Mar 26, 2026·59m
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    TMCP Ep 38: Will Usyk Go Out With a BANG...or a WHIMPER?

    The hosts discuss Jameson's recent experience attending the Emanuel Navarrete vs.

    Mar 12, 2026·1h 8m
  29. 29

    TMCP Ep 37: The Ryan Garcia Redemption Tour ft Legend (Boxing Legends Lounge)

    The hosts discuss Ryan Garcia's recent fight with guest Legend from Boxing Legends Lounge, exploring Garcia's redemption and boxing analysis.

    Feb 26, 2026·1h 19m
  30. 30

    TMCP EP 36: Barrios vs Garcia: Does Ryan Deserve Boxing's Respect? (No)

    Feb 13, 2026·1h
  31. 31

    TMCP Ep 35: Shakur vs. Teofimo: Who Will Be The Next Big Star?

    Jamison Wells and Luis Montemayor open episode 35 with a Phoenix media-day recap tied to Navarrete versus Nunez.

    Jan 29, 2026·1h 10m·5 clips
  32. 32

    TMCP EP 34: Is This The Last We Hear From Ryan Garcia?

    Jan 16, 2026·1h 2m
  33. 33

    TMCP Ep 33: The Gayle Falkenthal Interview

    Dec 31, 2025·1h 17m
  34. 34

    TMCP Ep 32: A Fond Farewell to Bud Crawford

    Dec 17, 2025·1h 5m
  35. 35

    TMCP Ep 31: We Publicly Apologize to Devin Haney

    Dec 4, 2025·1h 3m
  36. 36

    TMCP Ep 30: Is This The Last We Hear From Devin Haney?

    Nov 20, 2025·1h 1m
  37. 37

    TMCP Ep 29: Can Lamont Roach Fill the Void Left By Tank

    Nov 7, 2025·1h 3m
  38. 38

    TMCP EP 28: What WIll Dana White Do to the Boxing World?

    Oct 25, 2025·1h 4m
  39. 39

    TMCP Ep 27: Can Emmanuel Jr. Carry On the Pacquiao Legacy?

    Oct 10, 2025·1h 9m
  40. 40

    TMCP Ep 26: Is Shakur Stevenson Next?

    Sep 25, 2025·56m
  41. 41

    TMCP EP 26: Is Shakur Stevenson Next?

    Sep 25, 2025·56m
  42. 42

    TMCP Ep 25: Terence Crawford Puts On An Absolute Masterclass

    Sep 17, 2025·41m
  43. 43

    TMCP Ep 24: Al Bernstein Talks Canelo vs Crawford

    Sep 12, 2025·52m
  44. 44

    TMCP Ep 23: The Rise and Fall of Tank Davis

    Aug 28, 2025·1h 6m
  45. 45

    TMCP Ep 22: Will David Benavidez Ever Get His Big Shot?

    Aug 13, 2025·1h 1m
  46. 46

    TMCP EP 21: Is Xander Zayas the Real Deal?

    Jul 31, 2025·1h
  47. 47

    TMCP Ep 20: Bobby Hitz Exclusive, Berlanga vs Sheeraz, Shakur vs Zepeda and More!

    Jul 16, 2025·51m
  48. 48

    TMCP Ep 19: Wilder Returns, Jake Paul's Ranking and More

    Jul 3, 2025·1h 7m
  49. 49

    TMCP Ep 18: Is Netflix Good for Boxing?

    Jun 19, 2025·59m
  50. 50

    TMCP Ep 17: Plant Goes Down and Pacquiao Returns?

    Jun 5, 2025·1h 1m
  51. 51

    TMCP Ep 16: Canelo vs Crawford Updates, Rehydration Clauses and More

    May 22, 2025·50m
  52. 52

    TMCP Ep 15: Canelo, Bud, Inoue and More!

    May 8, 2025·59m
  53. 53

    TMCP Ep 14: Interview with Fight Promoter Emily Girten

    Apr 24, 2025·39m
  54. 54

    TMCP Ep 13: Trini Ochoa Pre-Fight Interview

    This episode features a pre-fight interview with professional boxer Trini Ochoa, discussing his upcoming match on April 19th.

    Apr 10, 2025·38m
  55. 55

    TMCP Ep 12: Technical Difficulties

    Mar 27, 2025·35m
  56. 56

    TMCP Ep 11: Did Roach Deserve Better?

    Mar 13, 2025·1h 2m
  57. 57

    TMCP Ep 10: Tank/Roach Locked In, Canelo/Bivol Possible?

    Feb 27, 2025·1h 4m
  58. 58

    TMCP Ep 9: Canelo Playing Chess Not Checkers

    Feb 12, 2025·59m
  59. 59

    TMCP Ep 8: Should Fighters Be Penalized For Ducking Fights?

    Jan 30, 2025·41m
  60. 60

    TMCP Ep 7: Tank vs Roach and the Legend of Jack Johnson

    The hosts discuss recent boxing news including Tank Davis's confirmed fight, Devin Haney vs Ryan Garcia rematch rumors, and potential Canelo vs Crawford matchup.

    Jan 16, 2025·56m
  61. 61

    TMCP Ep 6: 2025 Expectations and The Fire Inside Review

    The hosts of the Mixed Company Podcast discuss their New Year's hangovers, reflect on 2024 boxing highlights and lowlights like Mike Tyson's comeback, and debate favorite fights including Fiora Yusuk.

    Jan 2, 2025·44m
  62. 62

    TMCP Ep 5: Usyk vs Fury 2 Predictions and More

    This episode discusses boxing news including predictions for Usyk vs Fury 2, updates on Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia, and a recap of the Emanuel Navarrete vs Oscar Valdez fight.

    Dec 19, 2024·1h 3m
  63. 63

    TMCP Ep 4: Navarrete vs Valdez 2 and More!

    The hosts of the Mixed Company Podcast return for episode four, discussing their Thanksgiving experiences and setting up to talk about boxing topics.

    Dec 5, 2024·47m
  64. 64

    TMCP Ep 3: Boxing > Exhibitions

    Nov 21, 2024·48m
  65. 65

    TMCP Ep 2: Paul vs Tyson and Mailbag

    Nov 6, 2024·35m
  66. 66

    TMCP Ep 1: A Road to Canelo vs Crawford

    Oct 29, 2024·24m