Craig McCarthy: Golden Gloves, Brushes With The Law, A Huge PPV Setback & A Title Win

Craig McCarthy: Golden Gloves, Brushes With The Law, A Huge PPV Setback & A Title Win

Me Head Is Wrecked with Tony Kelly

This week on the podcast, Tony is joined by the brand new BUI Super Middleweight Champion and fellow Waterford man, Craig "Built To Last" McCarthy. Craig shares his story of how boxing distracted him from a life of addiction, how the ring did for him...

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59:5915 Apr 2023

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Craig McCarthy: Boxing, Battles, and a Comeback Story

Episode Overview

  • Craig shares his journey from battling addiction to becoming the BUI Super Middleweight Champion
  • He opens up about overcoming setbacks and the spiritual awakening through ayahuasca experiences
  • Craig's unwavering love for boxing and his future plans in the ring showcase his resilience and determination
  • This episode is a testament to the power of mindset, the pursuit of dreams, and the strength of the human spirit
  • Craig's triumph over adversity is truly inspiring and uplifting, offering hope to those facing their own challenges
I remembered sitting in the 'garage room,' as we called it, and thinking, 'He's never going to box again.' Everyone else was saying the same thing. But I just think it's incredible, man. The power of mindset, the pursuit of dreams, and the strength of the human spirit. It's amazing.

Ever wondered how a boxing ring can change a life? Meet Craig 'Built To Last' McCarthy, the newly crowned BUI Super Middleweight Champion. In this episode, Tony Kelly chats with Craig about his rollercoaster journey from addiction and brushes with the law to standing victorious in the ring. Craig reveals how boxing became his sanctuary, providing the discipline and focus that rehab couldn't.

He shares the highs of winning bronze at the Golden Gloves and the crushing low of breaking his leg during a major fight on live TV. But Craig's story doesn't end there. He talks about his remarkable comeback, culminating in winning the BUI Celtic title in his hometown of Waterford. Craig also opens up about his spiritual journey, including transformative experiences with ayahuasca, which have helped shape his resilient mindset.

This episode is packed with raw honesty and inspiration, showing how determination and love for a sport can drive someone to overcome even the toughest obstacles. Whether you're a boxing fan or someone looking for a story of triumph over adversity, Craig's journey is sure to resonate.

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