Charles "Sonny" Liston
Charles L. "Sonny" Liston (c. 1930 – December 30, 1970) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1953 to 1970. A dominant contender of his era, Liston was particularly known for his toughness, formidable punching power, long reach, and intimidating appearance. Sean & Johnston present the life and career of the one-time heavyweight champion as they document his humble beginnings and early rise through the boxing ranks on route to becoming a world champion, and his subsequent fall from grace and untimely and mysterious demise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices