Sweet Science: Edward Latimore Interview

About this episode

Host Josh Colvin interviews professional boxer and bestselling author Edward Latimore about fighting, personal growth, and life lessons.

In this episode of American Miles, host Josh Colvin talks about fighting and life with professional boxer and bestselling author Edward Latimore . They explore themes of personal growth, the challenges of boxing, the philosophy of stoicism, and dealing with alcoholism. Ed shares insights from his life experiences, including the lessons learned from his only loss in the ring. The episode also features a segment on Franklin, North Carolina, and the Center for Wilderness Cryptid Studies , discussing the local culture and the intriguing topic of Bigfoot. The show closes with a song by Jovin Webb . 02:30 Trucker Andy 07:45 Storytelling: Grandpa Dick Was a Nudist 13:45 Interview with Boxer and Writer Ed Latimore 53:14 Small Town Talk: Franklin, NC with Jeremy Trey Ross 1:07:00 "Drunk on Your Love" by Jovin Webb

People in this episode

Host: Josh Colvin

Guest: Edward Latimore

Topics covered

• boxing
• personal growth
• stoicism
• alcoholism
• local culture
• Bigfoot

Keywords

• Franklin, North Carolina
• Center for Wilderness Cryptid Studies
• Jovin Webb

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: American Miles, Storytelling: Grandpa Dick Was a Nudist, Small Town Talk: Franklin, NC, "Drunk on Your Love

Places: Franklin, North Carolina

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