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S1 E21: Andrew Blucher | Fighting Forward
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In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Blucher — Indigenous boxing coach, father, and mentor — to talk about his life both inside and outside the ring.
Andrew opens up about his upbringing, the sports he loved growing up, and the deep pain of losing his father.
Now a father himself, Andrew has channelled his experiences into coaching alongside Benny at All Star Boxing, where he proudly trained his two daughters as emerging fighters.
He shares the realities of coaching in Queensland boxing, the struggles of finding quality matchups for female boxers, the shortage of fighters in the sport, and the behind-the-scenes challenges coaches and parents face navigating the boxing world.
This episode is a conversation about resilience, culture, fatherhood, and fighting for opportunities — both in life and in the ring.
Trigger Warning: This episode may contain stories, experiences, or discussions that some listeners may find confronting or triggering. Listener discretion is advised.