Canvas Classics With Boxing Historian Bill Dettloff

Welcome to The Big Bout Podcast—part of the Word Balloon Network.Today we’re going ringside with one of the best boxing minds in the game—historian and author William Dettloff. We’re digging into the treasure trove of vintage fights now streaming on YouTube, reliving the glory days of the ring with expert insight and behind-the-scenes context you won’t find anywhere else. From underappreciated classics to legendary brawls, we’re throwing it back and breaking it down. Then, we shift gears and look ahead—previewing the big matchups on the horizon, from rising stars to long-awaited grudge matches, and what fight fans should be watching for in the coming months. So lace up—The Big Bout starts now.