Just how big a deal is this fight anyway? ESPN announcer Brian Campbell has a theory about why it's the biggest in decades, while Filipino sports journalist (and Manny appreciator) Ronnie Nathanielsz says it'll stop the Philippines for 48 hours.

Manny and Floyd: Kind of a big deal

Are high expectations the surest way to disappointment? We talk to author Matthew Bazell and Grantland editor Rafe Bartholomew to work out whether Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather is worth the hype, while sports psychologist Abra Garfield gives you some tips for maximizing your enjoyment on fight night.

Manny and Floyd: It's still good!

Manny got so many more knockouts before he found God. His trainer Freddie Roach says he's looking for a biblical scholar who can recommend some passages advocating violence. So we tracked down the next best thing: the Guardian's Adam Brereton, who found a couple of Bible verses that are sure to turn Manny into a raging bull. We also got in wrestling writer Tom Keiser to discuss the fight's good vs evil narrative. And, of course, we've got all the news about the fight of the century.

Manny and Floyd: Scripture class

Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather will fight for a World Boxing Council title belt encrusted with 3,000 emeralds and a World Boxing Association trophy plated in gold. Does that actually mean anything, though? The Queensberry Rules' Tim Starks explains why boxing has so many titles and gets to the bottom of who the real champions are. 

Manny and Floyd: Insert title(s) here

There are three weeks left until fight night and it's all happening. From the girl who bet her virginity on Floyd Mayweather to the rapper who got a TMT (The Money Team) Tattoo on his face, we have you covered on all the Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather news. We've also got boxing historian Patrick Connor on to talk legacy and whether heavyweight champions are any good at picking fights.

Manny and Floyd: A lot has happened

It's hard to believe, but fight week is here. Pinch yourself. To celebrate, we did a bumper final episode, with HBO's Kieran Mulvaney reporting from Las Vegas, Deadspin's Daniel Roberts talking about domestic violence and the media, and Boxingscene's David Greisman previewing the (bad) undercard. It's been a blast, enjoy and thanks for listening.

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