From Prison, Meth & Violence to Jesus | Mark Gonzalez’s Testimony

July 27, 2026 12:00pm 1:05

From prison, violent crime, and meth addiction to a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ—Mark Gonzalez’s testimony is proof that no one is beyond redemption.In this episode of Third Man in the Ring, Popeye Ray sits dow...

Big John McCarthy | UFC’s Original Ref, LAPD Stories & Bare Knuckle

July 06, 2026 10:00am 1:19

Ref Popeye Ray sits down with legendary MMA referee Big John McCarthy for a wide-ranging conversation about the early days of the UFC, life in law enforcement, what it really takes to be a referee, and why fighter safety...

Pepe Serna on Scarface, American Me & 50 Years of Breaking Barriers in Hollywood

June 15, 2026 8:00am 1:03

With more than 125 film credits and 300 television appearances, Pepe reflects on growing up in Corpus Christi, discovering his love for performing at an early age, moving to Hollywood, and building a lasting career when ...

God Changed a Violent Man | Pastor Raul Ries

May 22, 2026 11:00am 1:08

Pastor Raul Ries joins Popeye Ray on Third Man in the Ring for a powerful conversation about his life, his testimony, and the transforming power of Jesus Christ.In this episode, Pastor Raul shares about growing up in a v...

I Thought I Was Going to Die in the Streets… Now I Live for God

May 01, 2026 12:00pm 48 min

He grew up in gang culture…believed he would die in the streets…and was proud of it. Today, his life looks completely different. In this episode of Third Man in the Ring, Popeye Ray sits down with Jay to talk about a lif...

Wrongfully Convicted: He Lost 25 Years for a Crime He Didn’t Commit

April 03, 2026 1:00pm 1:03

In this powerful episode, Ray sits down with Miguel Salorio, who was wrongfully convicted and spent 25 years in prison for a crime he says he did not commit. Miguel shares his journey, the pain of losing years of his lif...

How God Saved Me From Addiction, Jail, and Suicide

March 06, 2026 11:00am 1:09

In this powerful episode of Third Man in the Ring, Popeye Ray sits down with John from Calvary Chapel Chino Valley to share a story of redemption, grace, and transformation.John grew up in church but eventually fell into...

The Art of Officiating World Title Fights | Robert Hoyle

February 13, 2026 11:00am 1:11

In this episode of Third Man in the Ring, Popeye Ray sits down with top referee Robert Hoyle to talk about the craft of officiating at the highest level of boxing.Hoyle breaks down what it takes to work championship figh...

Manny Robles: Discipline, Community, and Building Champions

January 16, 2026 12:00pm 58 min

In this episode of Third Man in the Ring, we sit down with renowned boxing trainer Manny Robles to talk about what it really takes to build champions—inside and outside the ring.If you’re a fighter, coach, or fan who wan...

Marine Burned 70% of His Body: Faith, Survival & the Battle After War

November 21, 2025 9:00am 1:09

Marine Staff Sergeant Octavio was leading a convoy in Iraq when a daisy-chain IED of 80mm mortars blew his vehicle apart, killing Captain Maloney and Lance Corporal Help and leaving Octavio with third-degree burns over 7...

From Prison to Purpose: A Tattoo Artist Who Found God

October 31, 2025 1:00pm 1:11

Once caught up in gang life and prison, Jaime’s story is one of redemption and transformation. Now a respected tattoo artist in West Covina, he uses his craft and his testimony to reach others who are struggling with the...

Abel Sanchez on Training Legends and the Price of Greatness | Full Interview

October 17, 2025 1:00pm 1:11

In this episode of Third Man in the Ring, Ref Popeye Ray sits down with legendary boxing trainer Abel Sanchez .From his roots in La Puente to building the world-famous Summit Gym in Big Bear, Abel shares how solitude, di...

Comedy, Culture & Survival | George P. Perez

September 26, 2025 1:00pm 1:03

In this episode of Third Man in the Ring, referee Popeye Ray sits down with stand-up comedian George P. Perez, a one-of-a-kind voice in comedy.George opens up about his upbringing, the struggles that shaped him, and how ...

Drummer of WAR, Sal Rodriguez, on Finding Faith & Life on Tour

September 05, 2025 1:00pm 1:02

Sal Rodriquez, drummer of the legendary funk band WAR, sits down with me on the Third Man in the Ring Podcast to share his incredible journey through music, fame, and faith. From touring the world with WAR, playing festi...

Union Leadership Matters More Than Ever | Eric Tate

August 22, 2025 9:00am 52 min

In this episode of Third Man in the Ring, we sit down with Eric Tate, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 848. Eric shares his journey, the challenges of union leadership, and what it really takes to fight for workers...

"I Needed Direction and Purpose" - Guerrero Fitness

August 08, 2025 11:00am 59 min

Today's episode features a man known as Guerrero Fitness, a man who overcame a tough upbringing and the challenges of street life to build a life centered on motivation and fitness. But his focus goes beyond the physical...

Timothy Bradley

July 25, 2025 1:00pm 1:29

MC Blvd

July 04, 2025 8:00am 52 min

I think today's testimony will bless you guys. Please give a warm welcome to MC Blvd.

John Molina Jr.

June 20, 2025 12:00pm 1:02

John Molina Jr. was such an exciting fighter. Excited to have him on, everyone please give a warm welcome to John Molina!

Pat Russell - Let's Teach You to Think Like a Ref

June 06, 2025 12:00pm 1:02

Pat Russell refereed some AMAZING fights. He has retired from refereeing and is not judging. Today we review some of his favorite fights and go over the thought process a ref goes through.