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Thanks, this was as good as a podcast will ever get...deep, honest and revealing...as a fight fan pure gold and Teddy Atlas revealed a part of his inner core that I am humbled by
Cus wasn't wrong about Tyson he just didn't get the chance to finish the job.We only got to see the prototype,not the full product.It just takes longer with granite than it does with clay.One ? People never ask Teddy and will love to hear his opinion,If Cus would have had more time with Tyson would it had play out differently? Say instead of him passing when Tyson was 21 it would had been when he was 30?
Teddy says when Mike had to rise to the occassion he was missing something or chumped out. What Im wondering is if he needed someone who loves em the way Teddy loves his fighters. That father figure who can tell him he can do it. And I wonder if both of em think about that but can't articulate it.
Great episode. Mr. Atlas, Mike wanted your love and affection at the end of the day you are his Frankenstein. When he said during his podcast with Woodley " I love Teddy, I can't be mad at Teddy" it was obvious to me that Mike misses him.
I can see where this is all headed. Teddy and Mike are going to sit down together, talk all this through, and figure it all out, either on this podcast or on Mikes. When they do, it's going to break the internet. I very much look forward to seeing it happen.
@Mosaab I hear what you're saying but I think that we're entering a new era. People ARE using RUclips to have real conversations, there are real teaching moments happening through this medium. Teddy is a great teacher, so I can see him being able to pull it off with regards to a conversation with Mike. I think it could be an incredible thing for people to see.
Yeah, he'll make Teddy look like a feral, weak male in his own family with zero sense of loyalty to his own kin. You go ahead and keep excusing sexual assault. Good luck with that moral compass clearly ticking off track.
Would you go on mike s podcast and reminisce about how good the old days were when... you remember how mike tried to molest your 11 year old niece? I love mike but teddy obviously is going to be like most moral abiding human
I like that this interviewer knows to ask the questions and sit back in silence and let the guest talk and tease out extra talk by simply staying quiet for a while before asking another question. So many interviewers interrupt at the worst moments and we never get to some of the real meat and potatoes, this one knows how to ask and listen, kudos!
I reckon someone might have given Teddy a discreet tap on the shoulder and suggested it was time to talk about MT's good qualities rather than his flaws.
If Mike had Teddy and Rooney in his corner he would have gone 50-0. It is so sad that honest, real people get separated by circumstances or dishonest people. Teddy, Rooney and ofcourse Cus helped create such an exceptional fighter who SHOULD have gone down as the greatest ever (in the ring). I hope we see Teddy and Mike together on a podcast with Rooney.
You can take the boy out of the country but you can't take the country out of the boy, and that's true for Mike and his tough upbringing running with guys in Brownsville. Sooner or later those old contacts would have hooked up with Mike in some capacity and the temptations which brought him undone possibly would have still happened the same way. Everyone loves to blame Don King for Mike's downfall, but we need to be frank here. Mike loved drugs too.
EL CID yea I didn’t know that about Rooney until you said something & I read an article about it. Tyson said on his podcast cpl weeks ago that he loves Teddy, so ya never know
Basics is learnt early of course The later years with kevin where all the slight adjustments were made here and there finally produced the prime tyson. Prime Tyson is aka "with Rooney". Rooney is who Cus handed Mike over to. Rooney solely blames Cus for all of Mike's successes. Teddy thinks Mike never won a real fight. Mr pull out a gun every chance he gets guy.
Teddy should seriously consider that, imho I think Tyson is actually considering a comeback, the Louis Ortiz challenge is the perfect opportunity to see what Tyson has left in the tank 👍
Great podcast! Fair, straight forward, with sentiments of forgiveness and recognition. Both Teddy Atlas and Mike Tyson are inextricably bound to this great sport we all love called the "Sweet Science." Boxing history wouldn't be the same without their contributions to its rich memories and the legacy of Cus D'Amato. I would love to see either Teddy or Mike be a guest on each other's show. That would be INCREDIBLE! Once again, awesome show!
I think the difference is that Teddy still loves, and will always love, boxing. Tyson has said he views the belts he won as worthless garbage. Although, maybe his mooted 'comeback' shows a change of heart.
Ted is the BEST storyteller of ALL TIME!! I could listen forever. My Dad, rest I peace, LOVED Teddy!! Watching him now makes me think back to watching fights with him over the course of my whole life. Thank you for your authenticity Mr. Atlas!
To see Teddy grow from this & mature so much where now he admits that Mike was right on some occasions when they met & after when they called each other.. it warms my soul so much.. oh what a relief.. I cannot imagine how much relief they both feel about this.. There's so much hate in this world that feels like it will never end.. so witnessing the growth.. the change.. the evolution that Teddy & Mike went thru.. fills up our hope for the future.. it converts & transfers power/energy to us to overcome the challenges we face in our lives.. people's unity is in the unity of the collective consciousness.. not in holding hands or spray painting the peace sign.. when we are all on the same page mentally/spiritually.. that's when we are truly united.. that's when we can overstand that we grow/evolve together in this world
@@ghostbane47 yes, I agree. Those two really didn't like each other during the build up to their fights. Certainly RR was not intimidated in the least by Mike's supposedly "murderous" aura. But the hug at the end of the 2nd fight said it all. RR took MT to the very edge and back. MT knew that, and RR also knew he was beaten, not by much, but fairly and squarely.
@Hosam Omer I one hundred percent agree with you. I think Kevin Rooney could possibly have gotten Mike through the Buster Douglas fight. A good trainer who is your ace corner man is worth gold. Angelo Dundee got Ali through a couple of fights that he was in trouble in. The first Henry Cooper fight and round five of the first Liston fight. He did the same for Ray Leonard in the first Tommy Hearns fight. An ace trainer/corner man can make all the difference.
Thank you Teddy and Ken for another awesome episode. I love it how Ken let's Teddy just go on a talking spree. Everything Teddy says sounds and feels genuine. The way Teddy is able to speak with honesty even about his own shortcomings is so refreshing in a day and age where people tend to point fingers and never mention what they did wrong. Thank you again. Always looking forward to the next episode.
Thanks guys. That has been on my mind since it happened. The Spinks fight, the apology during the broadcast. Terrific. I'm sure Mike appreciated your apology during this broadcast for not being as sensitive as possible when doing the request to attend the fund-raiser. Wonderful story about three great men. Thanks.
Wow. What an incredible interview. I am always amazed at this guy Teddy Atlas. His commitment to being honest with himself first and then with the audience is incredible. His analogies bring much needed comic relief while conveying a real emotion so that you can really “get it”. When he admits to flaws in his own decision making it always comes from a position of strength reflecting an abundance mindset vs one of weakness and a scarcity mindset. He knows and understands that this universe has an abundance of whatever it is you might benefit from. I have nothing but respect for his insights and reflections. This is what a real human being sounds like. We should all take a lesson from Teddy and try to practice this self honesty as much as we can. Kudos to the interviewer who didn’t interrupt or make some silly remark as many do who are insecure and arrogant. Great interview skill number one is let the guest talk and don’t interrupt and this guy has mastered that. Great job, Great channel and great tech skilz.
Hi Ken, I really enjoyed this episode, there is one question I never hear mentioned and that is what is Kevin Rooneys position in all of this, ie what is his relationship with Mike & Teddy today.
I always wanted to know that too.. Tyson or Teddy have barely mentioned Rooney in over 20 years. Rooney apparently has dementia now and is in bad health now.
@@mrjefferson999999 I was hoping Ken would of seen this post and address it in a upcoming video, but I realise it's not possible to read every post plus I don't have his email address.
Kevin was asked back to train Mike a few years after the spirit it didn't work out. Rooney was training fighters for a long time, incl vinny paz, Rooney is now needing help with dementia related problems but has support around him
@Kabir Bariana I wouldn’t say rightfully, Mike was a kid when he did what he did and he apologized over and over again, I think Atlas is still bitter that Cus fired him.
There was a guy coming up in Buffalo years ago I think he had the potential to be a great heavyweight champion his name was baby Joe Masi if you guys ever get the chance you should do some research on him and maybe do a show about him it would be pretty interesting... He received a brain injury against vasili jirov in a fight he still managed to win. I believe he walked away from boxing with a record of 36 and 0.. anyway just an idea not telling you guys how to run your show just suggesting a topic. Keep it up you guys are awesome.
Teddy that was a Great Post !!! Both Mike & Yourself demonstrated the true character that Cus had been talking about. That brings life to those teachings. 🤔
Tyson said recently on his podcast with Tyron Woodley as a guest that he loves Teddy and gives him credit for achieving a lot after he trained him. Tyson has always said good stuff about Teddy, I want to see them do an interview
Hey teddy i appreciate you being complementary of mike and acknowledging his greatness. It shows how great of a man you are to over past grudges. I could only imagine how great mike could have been if you were his trainer throughout his career. The world missed out on that.
Watched Mike Tyson live in Vegas vs Tony Tucker with some friends on Aug 1st, 1987, one day before my 19th birthday. During the match Michael Spinks and his entourage walked right past us and sat just a few rows above where we were sitting. Between rounds the crowd would turn to where Spinks was sitting and taunt him into challenging Tyson for a title bout. Almost a year later that matched happened. Ironically, James Buster Douglass was on the under card for the Spinks match, and nearly 2-years later "Tokyo" Douglas would accomplish the biggest surprise upset in sports history. Great times to be a young guy and following the fight game.
Thanks for this Mr. Atlas. I grew up with Tyson fights, later in life found Cus Damato and the things he said special and inspirational. Reading your book taught me some things, too. I love and respect the strength, wisdom, and honesty of Teddy Atlas, thanks for that maybe most of all.
Teddy does such a great job letting the emotion come through. I can see why he may want to discuss certain topics because he goes "all in" when he does talk about them.
I’m so proud that I’m able to share my spare time listening to a Real man like teddy . I’m Not surprised cause you learn from the best . And Teddys dad was one of the greatest men that ever lived . For teddy not to hold a grudge being that he Lost time after he left . Cus was like a 2nd father to teddy , and to not hate Tyson and to forgive him for the loss of Cus in his life that’s A MANS MAN !!!
It’s clear that the rift between the two is extremely deep. They obviously both loved their days with Cus because I think the fact that they ended first for Teddy and then later for Tyson played a big role. That and the fact that it took Teddy 45 minutes to tell a story about two people that involved less than a handful of words exchanged. It’s great that both of these guys who both have it have had very hard hearts are softening them up a little when it comes to each other.
I don't blame Teddy. He was there before Mike, with one of the most will known trainers in Boxing, learning to become a trainer because he had to quit Boxing due to a bad back. Along comes a kid notorious for assaulting and robbing old ladies! Not other dudes his own age, ELDERLY WOMEN. He's given a great opportunity a million kids would kill for and what does he do with his success? He takes drugs, drinks himself blind, and has to use his money to deal with court & attorney costs FOR RAPE! Don't blame Teddy for tray. Don't blame Cus for that. Don't even blame Don King for that. Only ONE person has himself to blame and that's Mike. So long as his supposed fans are running around tearing Teddy down for how Mike repaid him, Rooney, and Cus for the opportumitu and effort the 3 of them put into Mike every day of every week of every month FOR YEARS. All so he could shit all over it, *harm other peoples bodies* and minds who AREN'T boxers - his rape victims, the old lady, Teddys kin - as he preyed on the weakest, not the best. But the toughest. Not the strongest. He VICTIMIZED people HE KNEW couldn't fight back so GO FUCK YOURSELF YOU FUCKING COWARD. What else could you be trying to manipulate Atlas into looking like a complete fool just to go kiss Tysons ring? Dafuq outta here with that. 🙄
To quote Tyson. On that night, this felt like it was true: "There’s never been anybody as ruthless. I’m Sonny Liston. I’m Jack Dempsey. There’s no one like me. I’m from their cloth. There’s no one that can match me. My style is impetuous. My defense is impregnable. And I’m just ferocious."
I remember that fight! Spinks was scared from the walkout until he got knocked out! Tyson was in his prime and he mentally beat people before they got in the ring!
Greg Sieracki but there was a reason why he mentally beat them. It goes way beyond the fact that Tyson could punch hard and was ferocious. They knew what it was going to take to beat him and none of them believed they would be good enough, strong enough, quick enough or tough enough to hold him off. So good was Mike in his day that guys knew that to beat him, you’d have to go to hell and then the hell of hell and with Mikes speed, power, skill and intensity, it just wasn’t going to even nearly be enough. Most guys back then had most of the attributes a great boxer needs, TYSON HAD ALL OF THEM AND IN ABUNDANCE, He was one of the most complete fighters the sport has ever known. I would love to know how he would’ve done against Holyfield and Lewis if June 27 1988 Mike Tyson had fought them, not the post prison, hangin with the homies, partying hard for days straight and running your own training sessions with a lack of a voice and dedication to detail Mike. I’m almost certain he knocks them both out in 5 or 6 rounds. My guess is Holyfield would’ve been stopped, just taking too many shots and Lewis would’ve got caught and knocked out cold like against McCall and Rahman. Just my opinion but I know how great Tyson really was..
Tyson in the last four years it's easy to tell he misses teddy or at least wants some level of kinship they had before. He was a father figure to a kid without a father. I think Tyson needs it more than Teddy, but hopefully Teddy reads this because a sons' approval in any way from their father is more important to a son than anyone can imagine. Or every son can imagine.
@@kellyratana7348 I'm not going to argue or anything. I said father figure. From the old video footage alone Teddy seemed like a father figure even if Cus was a bigger one. Rooney a brother/trusted friend figure. I'm almost more interested in Rooney and Tyson's relationship. It's not spoken about too too much by Tyson, but what they achieved while together in such a short period. Anyways I'd agree that Cus was literally his father I believe he adopted him? I forget but a Teddy still a father figure imo and that's why he was so disappointed and why Tyson wanted so badly to achieve some sort of closure or mutual affection
@@deadarmd Nah I think Mike just wanted to settle old demons and make amends once he gained more perspective of the situations of his past once he became a Adult. That's all it is just growth. We all have people we want to apologize to people we should apologize to we just not know it yet.
I heard the Tyson interview you referenced. What Tyson said reminded me of the character Morgan Freeman played in Shawshank Redemption when he was speaking to the parole board. It was like I did something wrong, I know it was wrong and I wish I could go back and tell that foolish kid to just do the right thing. Tyson said he was remorseful for putting Teddy in the position he had. I had the feeling, whatever it was that he did, he carries the guilt with him still.
Miki Miyazaki who knows. I meant that in a positive way, as in we all carry the burden of past transgressions. I think that’s how we become a better person.
Brilliant show and very honest with a good few laughs. What a fascinating conversation! Asking Mike if he would come to the fundraising dinner was a good step in the right direction Teddy. Everyone has their own way of doing things. Mike can still achieve great things and I believe that you could be a good man for Mike to have in his corner. Somebody with character and integrity. From an Irish fan and an Iron Mike fan.
I’m not a fighter I don’t know a hook from a jab I’m a professional bodybuilder own a gym and after seeing this I think mr atlas is one of the greatest trainers on the planet ever! Hats off to you sir.
Teddy finally admitted what I had already known. That night I was so afraid that Spinks would be killed in the ring. No boxer now or in history could have beaten that Mike Tyson that night. For one night he was the greatest of all time and I don't think it would be a contest versus anyone. Also, Teddy properly points out Mike's invincibility factor. He knew that he couldn't be beaten and I think that would apply to anyone past or present.
Come on.im a Tyson nut myself. But while he was my favorite he had style match up like everyone that would give him nightmares. Sadly Lennox probably could have beaten tyson 99 out of 100 prime vs prime.
@@Brad45420 the night Tyson knocked out Spinks Lewis was still waiting to go to Olympics. So your saying that a guy who hadn't had one pro fight could have beaten the undisputed HW champ ? I beg to differ
@@Brad45420 Lewis Calculatedely waited till Tyson was finished till they fought - they sparred in the 80s Lennox wanted NOOOO parts of a prime Mike - nit taking nothing from Lewis but he beat an OLD holyfield too ...these are all facts 💯 Prime for Prime NOBODY BEATS 1988 MT FACTS BRO
When Mike Tyson had his head screwed on right there would only be 2-3 people that could possibly beat him. Lennox Lewis was NOT one of those people. Lennox Lewis always came across (IMO) as being cold and aloof, and not very engaging. It's no wonder that England Loved Frank Bruno, and still idolize him.
TEDDY PLEASE!! PLEASE Coach Tyson for his fight. Please, I want to see you walk down to the ring with Tyson Please!!! If he is gonna came back he needs you and at this point you need him ... Its Not About The Money. PLEASE ..FOR BOXING.
I too would love to see that happen. I suspect however such an invitation would need to come from Mike towards Teddy, and I reckon Mike's current relationship with the Brazilian chap he's doing all the training with will probably stay in place.
It's so good to hear Teddy speak about Mike like this. It always broke my heart what happened. Then, once Robin Givens and Don King got their evil hands on Tyson it was the beginning of the end. I wish Kevin Rooney got an apology, as well. They were like brothers. I'd love to see Kevin and Teddy get their own episode on Mike's podcast, Hotboxin'. A lot of healing could happen.
At the start it didn’t seem like Teddy wanted to say much about his relationship with Tyson. Then an hour later you can’t get him to stop! This is why Teddy is great for radio and tv, i always fall for it too
Great podcast...I recall the Spinks v Tyson fight like yesterday.. by the time the bell rang it was almost dawn in London and the birds outside were chirping. Great performance by Tyson against one of the greatest light heavyweight champion fighters ever.
Man, I will never forget this fight. Watched it live on tv back in the day. It was clear Spinks was nervous making the walk to the ring. Perhaps if he lasted a few rounds he would've gained some confidence but Tyson's camp capitalized.
Art Rust sports journalist of channel 9 NY said on that night, tyson was the greatest of all time who ever put gloves on, No one would have beaten him that night. I wonder how tokyo douglas vs this tyson of spinks night would have panned out. I think mike wins a late TKO OR CLOSE DECISION.
Watched all Tyson’s documentaries reading his book and have read teddy atlas book! Teddy is a genius ! I’m a coach in U.K. n I would love to spend a few days with teddy
Tyson has said in an interview that if you are calm enough, you can see the titch of a muscle when a tall fighter throws a punch, Teddy said the same thing in here
I wonder if he remembers the Latham Colosium outside of Albany NY. I was there for 3 of Tysons first 5 pro bouts. I was just a kid, my uncle took me. And also to the RPI Fieldhouse.
who else clicked only for further Mike Tyson stories? I never knew Tyson had a Japanese beer commercial (Atlas’s career highlight involves being allowed gym access in same gym where Tyson will tape a beer commercial)
First time I heard Teddy keep it real about Mike always understood where he came from about situations withMike but this is the first interview that I really felt he kept it 100 with no animosity or a certain point of view because in other interviews he has kept it a little one-sided and never gave Mike the credit for trying to redeem yourself for a lot and sometimes there is no excuse but being from somebody that's not perfect when Mike apologized and realized a lot of his mistakes he's an inspiration to me and I respect Teddy forgive him that credit 💯
Teddy I'm begging you to call Tyson and ask him what all this training is about and then propose the undefeated team you guys had come back together. We are dying to see if it can be done and Teddy you are the only man that could have a chance to deliver us greatness again.
This is the ONLY comment section that dosent contain Tyson hate comments. so when it comes from the core people who really knew and understood him , even the trolls agree. i loved listening to Teddy actually praising Tyson . the night were all the stars alined and he made a 34-0 look like a ragdoll.
Mr. Teddy, you absolutely 100% COMPLETELY agree with your decision to put the past in the past. The Good Book, the Man time on Earth is measured by, was all above forgiveness. Especially when it is sincere. That cat (Mike) is today, as genuine as anybody alive today. Good for your brother. That was the man thing to do. And they do not come more manly than the both of y'all!
Teddy, we all gave credit to that southpaw stance left uppercut hook landing on spinks, and then tyson turning and landing the right hook to the body. We saw it as a marvel of skill all rolled into one, reminiscent of Ali's knockout of Cleveland Williams. Possibly even more impressive than that.
Ken and Teddy. We love you guys. I never feel comfortable when Teddy talks about Tyson. While he is not my favorite person Tyson did make the right moves to bury the hatchet but it does not seem Teddy is ready yet. A good question might have been to ask Teddy whether he had any response to Tyson’s attempted overtures of friendship and forgiveness. I bet if Teddy was willing to publicly forgive and respond that Mike would happily join him at his annual diner. I’m sure it would be a great load off his shoulders. No one is getting any younger and I’m sure that there were also happy times they shared as well as still could share in the future. Come on Mr T. Meet Tyson half way and bury the hatchet. People can change and this is a golden opportunity for you both. God bless you Ken and Teddy.
If you ask Teddy how he feels he will give you an anatomy lesson and discuss all of the inner organs and their functions and at what age they begin to weaken and what role they all play and ......
Teddy loves Mike , and teddy knows if Mike stayed with him through his career Mike would’ve been undefeated…. Teddy was the reassurance for Mike , the confidence builder , a true coach….
‘If Tyson had trained...’ If cus hadn’t died....’ ‘If Tyson hadn’t done cocaine...’ ‘If Tyson had kept Rooney....’ ‘If Tyson hadn’t partied so much.....’ ‘If Tyson hadn’t went to jail......’ ‘If Tyson had kept teddy.....’ NEVER IN BOXING HAVE SO MANY ‘FANS’ MADE SO MANY EXCUSES FOR A FIGHTER.
mike Tyson 1985/1989 nobody in the history of boxing even now could beat him he was perfect even the great Ali told that many times IRON MIKE TYSON I MET HIM IN NETHERLANDS in 2007 he was like a tank and scary as hell but so kind and honest
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Mike Tyson vs Michael Spinks Breakdown - 6:03
Teddy Shares Tyson First Encounters Since Catskills - 26:29
Teddy Explains Tyson In-Person Apology - 45:35
Teddy Reacts to Recent Tyson Comments About Him - 52:30
Teddy Shares Tyson In-Person Apology Pt 2 - 55:40
Teddy Gives Final Thoughts on Tyson v Spinks - 1:06:57
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Thanks, this was as good as a podcast will ever get...deep, honest and revealing...as a fight fan pure gold and Teddy Atlas revealed a part of his inner core that I am humbled by
Cus wasn't wrong about Tyson he just didn't get the chance to finish the job.We only got to see the prototype,not the full product.It just takes longer with granite than it does with clay.One ? People never ask Teddy and will love to hear his opinion,If Cus would have had more time with Tyson would it had play out differently? Say instead of him passing when Tyson was 21 it would had been when he was 30?
Teddy says when Mike had to rise to the occassion he was missing something or chumped out. What Im wondering is if he needed someone who loves em the way Teddy loves his fighters. That father figure who can tell him he can do it. And I wonder if both of em think about that but can't articulate it.
Great episode. Mr. Atlas, Mike wanted your love and affection at the end of the day you are his Frankenstein. When he said during his podcast with Woodley " I love Teddy, I can't be mad at Teddy" it was obvious to me that Mike misses him.
“I’m in Lolly-Pop Land” 1:01:02
I can see where this is all headed. Teddy and Mike are going to sit down together, talk all this through, and figure it all out, either on this podcast or on Mikes. When they do, it's going to break the internet. I very much look forward to seeing it happen.
@Mosaab I hear what you're saying but I think that we're entering a new era. People ARE using RUclips to have real conversations, there are real teaching moments happening through this medium. Teddy is a great teacher, so I can see him being able to pull it off with regards to a conversation with Mike. I think it could be an incredible thing for people to see.
@Mosaab Lol. That was the quickest change from irrationally angry to sensibly satisfied I've ever seen.
@@maniacmcgee5992 😅
When Tyson comes back for his Charity fight. Teddy Will be in his corner! Calling it now!
Yeah, he'll make Teddy look like a feral, weak male in his own family with zero sense of loyalty to his own kin.
You go ahead and keep excusing sexual assault. Good luck with that moral compass clearly ticking off track.
6:03 Mike Tyson 💬
G.O.A.T. ...that you are
My man
We NEED to get teddy and Tyson in a podcast together NOW
And Kevin Rooney too
Would you go on mike s podcast and reminisce about how good the old days were when... you remember how mike tried to molest your 11 year old niece? I love mike but teddy obviously is going to be like most moral abiding human
I like that this interviewer knows to ask the questions and sit back in silence and let the guest talk and tease out extra talk by simply staying quiet for a while before asking another question. So many interviewers interrupt at the worst moments and we never get to some of the real meat and potatoes, this one knows how to ask and listen, kudos!
Happy to hear Teddy talk positive about Mike...Im in shock over here
He needed therapy after this podcast. PTSD for paying mike a complement
I reckon someone might have given Teddy a discreet tap on the shoulder and suggested it was time to talk about MT's good qualities rather than his flaws.
@@warriorkingdavid579 dude you're the one who needs therapy get over yourself
Robert Liberty and you’re who again????
Warrior King David The guy that told you what’s up
If Mike had Teddy and Rooney in his corner he would have gone 50-0. It is so sad that honest, real people get separated by circumstances or dishonest people. Teddy, Rooney and ofcourse Cus helped create such an exceptional fighter who SHOULD have gone down as the greatest ever (in the ring). I hope we see Teddy and Mike together on a podcast with Rooney.
50-0.... Maybe, maybe not. No one will know.!! Depends when he retired, he peaked very young.
You can take the boy out of the country but you can't take the country out of the boy, and that's true for Mike and his tough upbringing running with guys in Brownsville. Sooner or later those old contacts would have hooked up with Mike in some capacity and the temptations which brought him undone possibly would have still happened the same way. Everyone loves to blame Don King for Mike's downfall, but we need to be frank here. Mike loved drugs too.
I hear Kevin has Parkinson's and or dementia
not teddy, his psyche shit would have gone bad, Rooney was the best for Mike by far, Rooney wasn't scared of Mike, atlas was
We know it would’ve happened and that’s all that matters.
How cool would it be if Tyson comes back for his exhibition and teddy is his trainer
squared ring is the chamber of truth be cooler if it was Rooney
EL CID teddy was gone by the time Tyson was 15
EL CID yea I didn’t know that about Rooney until you said something & I read an article about it. Tyson said on his podcast cpl weeks ago that he loves Teddy, so ya never know
I don’t think they could go at it again
Basics is learnt early of course
The later years with kevin where all the slight adjustments were made here and there finally produced the prime tyson. Prime Tyson is aka "with Rooney". Rooney is who Cus handed Mike over to.
Rooney solely blames Cus for all of Mike's successes. Teddy thinks Mike never won a real fight. Mr pull out a gun every chance he gets guy.
How amazing would it be if Teddy somehow reconnected with Tyson to train him for his charity bouts...
That would be beutiful
That's never going to happen,keep dreaming.
Teddy training Mike for Evander for charity? The world would explode.
Kevin Rooney and Teddy in his corner would be like full circle closure moment were all bad blood would forgotten.
Teddy should seriously consider that, imho I think Tyson is actually considering a comeback, the Louis Ortiz challenge is the perfect opportunity to see what Tyson has left in the tank 👍
Great podcast! Fair, straight forward, with sentiments of forgiveness and recognition. Both Teddy Atlas and Mike Tyson are inextricably bound to this great sport we all love called the "Sweet Science." Boxing history wouldn't be the same without their contributions to its rich memories and the legacy of Cus D'Amato.
I would love to see either Teddy or Mike be a guest on each other's show. That would be INCREDIBLE! Once again, awesome show!
I think the difference is that Teddy still loves, and will always love, boxing. Tyson has said he views the belts he won as worthless garbage. Although, maybe his mooted 'comeback' shows a change of heart.
27:00 talks about his relationship with Tyson
Thanks teddy takes 1 hour to describe a point.
Ted is the BEST storyteller of ALL TIME!! I could listen forever. My Dad, rest I peace, LOVED Teddy!! Watching him now makes me think back to watching fights with him over the course of my whole life. Thank you for your authenticity Mr. Atlas!
This is great!!!
Mikes like, " I love Teddy, I can't be mad at Teddy, if not him I wouldn't be where I am right now".
To see Teddy grow from this & mature so much where now he admits that Mike was right on some occasions when they met & after when they called each other.. it warms my soul so much.. oh what a relief.. I cannot imagine how much relief they both feel about this..
There's so much hate in this world that feels like it will never end.. so witnessing the growth.. the change.. the evolution that Teddy & Mike went thru.. fills up our hope for the future.. it converts & transfers power/energy to us to overcome the challenges we face in our lives.. people's unity is in the unity of the collective consciousness.. not in holding hands or spray painting the peace sign.. when we are all on the same page mentally/spiritually.. that's when we are truly united.. that's when we can overstand that we grow/evolve together in this world
I would love to hear Teddy talk about Tyson’s two fights with Razor Ruddock.
Agreed, those two fights showed Mike had immense heart. They were tough, tough, tough fights.
@@ghostbane47 yes, I agree. Those two really didn't like each other during the build up to their fights. Certainly RR was not intimidated in the least by Mike's supposedly "murderous" aura. But the hug at the end of the 2nd fight said it all. RR took MT to the very edge and back. MT knew that, and RR also knew he was beaten, not by much, but fairly and squarely.
Tyson showed heart in those fights
@Hosam Omer I one hundred percent agree with you. I think Kevin Rooney could possibly have gotten Mike through the Buster Douglas fight. A good trainer who is your ace corner man is worth gold. Angelo Dundee got Ali through a couple of fights that he was in trouble in. The first Henry Cooper fight and round five of the first Liston fight. He did the same for Ray Leonard in the first Tommy Hearns fight. An ace trainer/corner man can make all the difference.
@Hosam Omer Mike fired Rooney
Ken and Teddy are just great guys. Another great episode.
Thank you Teddy and Ken for another awesome episode. I love it how Ken let's Teddy just go on a talking spree. Everything Teddy says sounds and feels genuine. The way Teddy is able to speak with honesty even about his own shortcomings is so refreshing in a day and age where people tend to point fingers and never mention what they did wrong. Thank you again. Always looking forward to the next episode.
Thanks guys. That has been on my mind since it happened. The Spinks fight, the apology during the broadcast. Terrific. I'm sure Mike appreciated your apology during this broadcast for not being as sensitive as possible when doing the request to attend the fund-raiser. Wonderful story about three great men. Thanks.
mate, Mike was about let's hang out, then teddy rang him to appear at a fundraiser, and that was the end of that
Teddy, get on Hotboxin’ already!!!
Be better Teddy in his setting and Tyson in his. No travel
Teddy a better word? You tell me what teaches,heals and can change lives. Love. That was Cus D'amato's biggest gift Mike.
Not enough respect for your comment. So here ya go.....Amen.
As someone who has bashed teddy with scant regard in the past .. I have to take my hat of to him today .
Teddy tells it as he sees it, as he very occasionally mentions on these podcasts ;)
Teddy is from the old school
Wow. What an incredible interview. I am always amazed at this guy Teddy Atlas. His commitment to being honest with himself first and then with the audience is incredible. His analogies bring much needed comic relief while conveying a real emotion so that you can really “get it”. When he admits to flaws in his own decision making it always comes from a position of strength reflecting an abundance mindset vs one of weakness and a scarcity mindset. He knows and understands that this universe has an abundance of whatever it is you might benefit from. I have nothing but respect for his insights and reflections. This is what a real human being sounds like. We should all take a lesson from Teddy and try to practice this self honesty as much as we can. Kudos to the interviewer who didn’t interrupt or make some silly remark as many do who are insecure and arrogant. Great interview skill number one is let the guest talk and don’t interrupt and this guy has mastered that. Great job, Great channel and great tech skilz.
Hi Ken, I really enjoyed this episode, there is one question I never hear mentioned and that is what is Kevin Rooneys position in all of this, ie what is his relationship with Mike & Teddy today.
I always wanted to know that too.. Tyson or Teddy have barely mentioned Rooney in over 20 years. Rooney apparently has dementia now and is in bad health now.
@@mrjefferson999999 I was hoping Ken would of seen this post and address it in a upcoming video, but I realise it's not possible to read every post plus I don't have his email address.
Right...great interview and yes, Kevin Rooney
Kevin was asked back to train Mike a few years after the spirit it didn't work out. Rooney was training fighters for a long time, incl vinny paz, Rooney is now needing help with dementia related problems but has support around him
I hope one day Teddy can sincerely mend things with Tyson and they can appear on each other's podcasts. The stories that would be told...
They already did! Your a day late and a dollar short! Tyson apologized to Teddy!
@@The_Cannabis_Connoisseur Doesn't sound like they're on speaking terms
We're All Thieves definitely some animosity from the Atlas side and rightfully, hopefully he can find closure and get Mike on.
@Kabir Bariana I wouldn’t say rightfully, Mike was a kid when he did what he did and he apologized over and over again, I think Atlas is still bitter that Cus fired him.
Najim Mahamdy i see what you’re saying brother, thats a great point ✊🏽
It would be great to see them talk to each other. As a boxing fan I love both Teddy and Mike and I always hoped they would eventually reconnect.
There was a guy coming up in Buffalo years ago I think he had the potential to be a great heavyweight champion his name was baby Joe Masi if you guys ever get the chance you should do some research on him and maybe do a show about him it would be pretty interesting... He received a brain injury against vasili jirov in a fight he still managed to win. I believe he walked away from boxing with a record of 36 and 0.. anyway just an idea not telling you guys how to run your show just suggesting a topic. Keep it up you guys are awesome.
Joe Messi has no business in the ring after certain point he had bad brain trauma
@@themako990mako9 okay he knew it and he doesn't fight anymore.
I don't think they need to research lol
The fact that he won 7 times after that fight with jirov is crazy
@@brianserious you're probably right
Teddy that was a Great Post !!! Both Mike & Yourself demonstrated the true character that Cus had been talking about. That brings life to those teachings. 🤔
In Tysons most recent podcast he says he loves Teddy
Ben Matheson Yes he did! Time to go on each other’s show. Break the internet Teddy.
Yeah they mentioned that several times here lol
Tyson said recently on his podcast with Tyron Woodley as a guest that he loves Teddy and gives him credit for achieving a lot after he trained him. Tyson has always said good stuff about Teddy, I want to see them do an interview
Must see
@@alcottdevalte7440 oprah....make it happen!!
Another brilliant episode. Look forward to this every week. Keep up the great work
Hey teddy i appreciate you being complementary of mike and acknowledging his greatness. It shows how great of a man you are to over past grudges. I could only imagine how great mike could have been if you were his trainer throughout his career. The world missed out on that.
no, Rooney was by Dar the best for mike
Teddy Atlas is a real dude... Loved his audiobook and I love the podcast. Realest Boxing podcast on RUclips.
Watched Mike Tyson live in Vegas vs Tony Tucker with some friends on Aug 1st, 1987, one day before my 19th birthday. During the match Michael Spinks and his entourage walked right past us and sat just a few rows above where we were sitting. Between rounds the crowd would turn to where Spinks was sitting and taunt him into challenging Tyson for a title bout. Almost a year later that matched happened.
Ironically, James Buster Douglass was on the under card for the Spinks match, and nearly 2-years later "Tokyo" Douglas would accomplish the biggest surprise upset in sports history. Great times to be a young guy and following the fight game.
Good luck with your channel mate all the best from Tasmania Australia.
Thanks for this Mr. Atlas. I grew up with Tyson fights, later in life found Cus Damato and the things he said special and inspirational. Reading your book taught me some things, too. I love and respect the strength, wisdom, and honesty of Teddy Atlas, thanks for that maybe most of all.
Teddy does such a great job letting the emotion come through. I can see why he may want to discuss certain topics because he goes "all in" when he does talk about them.
Really enjoyed that one.
Always great content, brilliant, keep it up.
Teddy's energy is explosive. Imagine having him and Cus on your team. Training you daily. Building a Champion.
I’m so proud that I’m able to share my spare time listening to a Real man like teddy . I’m
Not surprised cause you learn from the best . And Teddys dad was one of the greatest men that ever lived . For teddy not to hold a grudge being that he Lost time after he left . Cus was like a 2nd father to teddy , and to not hate Tyson and to forgive him for the loss of Cus in his life that’s A MANS MAN !!!
It’s clear that the rift between the two is extremely deep. They obviously both loved their days with Cus because I think the fact that they ended first for Teddy and then later for Tyson played a big role. That and the fact that it took Teddy 45 minutes to tell a story about two people that involved less than a handful of words exchanged. It’s great that both of these guys who both have it have had very hard hearts are softening them up a little when it comes to each other.
I don't blame Teddy. He was there before Mike, with one of the most will known trainers in Boxing, learning to become a trainer because he had to quit Boxing due to a bad back. Along comes a kid notorious for assaulting and robbing old ladies! Not other dudes his own age, ELDERLY WOMEN.
He's given a great opportunity a million kids would kill for and what does he do with his success? He takes drugs, drinks himself blind, and has to use his money to deal with court & attorney costs FOR RAPE!
Don't blame Teddy for tray. Don't blame Cus for that. Don't even blame Don King for that. Only ONE person has himself to blame and that's Mike. So long as his supposed fans are running around tearing Teddy down for how Mike repaid him, Rooney, and Cus for the opportumitu and effort the 3 of them put into Mike every day of every week of every month FOR YEARS. All so he could shit all over it, *harm other peoples bodies* and minds who AREN'T boxers - his rape victims, the old lady, Teddys kin - as he preyed on the weakest, not the best. But the toughest. Not the strongest. He VICTIMIZED people HE KNEW couldn't fight back so GO FUCK YOURSELF YOU FUCKING COWARD. What else could you be trying to manipulate Atlas into looking like a complete fool just to go kiss Tysons ring?
Dafuq outta here with that. 🙄
@@PhoenixProdLLC - Judge not, that ye be not judged.
What a great conversation, really appreciate it guys
Wow. The most amazing words ever spoken about Tyson ever! Mr Atlas opening up really rugged at the old ticker. Cheers.
Love the show! So nice to get a lil insight into the lives of champions! :)
To quote Tyson. On that night, this felt like it was true: "There’s never been anybody as ruthless. I’m Sonny Liston. I’m Jack Dempsey. There’s no one like me. I’m from their cloth. There’s no one that can match me. My style is impetuous. My defense is impregnable. And I’m just ferocious."
I remember that fight! Spinks was scared from the walkout until he got knocked out! Tyson was in his prime and he mentally beat people before they got in the ring!
@Mosaab I believe his trainer did and you don't need to hear someone tell you they are afraid you can see it in their eyes
Spinks looked relaxed as could be...until the bell rings
@@itubecollection1623 relaxed? He was probably on the toilet in the dressing room having diarrhea! Relaxed! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@The_Cannabis_Connoisseur could be shit his pains also...but still looked relaxed all the way until he kissed the first punch
Greg Sieracki but there was a reason why he mentally beat them. It goes way beyond the fact that Tyson could punch hard and was ferocious. They knew what it was going to take to beat him and none of them believed they would be good enough, strong enough, quick enough or tough enough to hold him off. So good was Mike in his day that guys knew that to beat him, you’d have to go to hell and then the hell of hell and with Mikes speed, power, skill and intensity, it just wasn’t going to even nearly be enough. Most guys back then had most of the attributes a great boxer needs, TYSON HAD ALL OF THEM AND IN ABUNDANCE, He was one of the most complete fighters the sport has ever known. I would love to know how he would’ve done against Holyfield and Lewis if June 27 1988 Mike Tyson had fought them, not the post prison, hangin with the homies, partying hard for days straight and running your own training sessions with a lack of a voice and dedication to detail Mike. I’m almost certain he knocks them both out in 5 or 6 rounds. My guess is Holyfield would’ve been stopped, just taking too many shots and Lewis would’ve got caught and knocked out cold like against McCall and Rahman. Just my opinion but I know how great Tyson really was..
theres so much more to Mr Atlas than just Tyson,this man is one of the best motivators in the world and a fantastic trainer
Tyson in the last four years it's easy to tell he misses teddy or at least wants some level of kinship they had before. He was a father figure to a kid without a father. I think Tyson needs it more than Teddy, but hopefully Teddy reads this because a sons' approval in any way from their father is more important to a son than anyone can imagine. Or every son can imagine.
Hit it dead center on the head of the nail!! My compliments, very well said.
I would say he is more like a uncle. Cus was the by far the father.
@@kellyratana7348 I'm not going to argue or anything. I said father figure. From the old video footage alone Teddy seemed like a father figure even if Cus was a bigger one. Rooney a brother/trusted friend figure. I'm almost more interested in Rooney and Tyson's relationship. It's not spoken about too too much by Tyson, but what they achieved while together in such a short period. Anyways I'd agree that Cus was literally his father I believe he adopted him? I forget but a Teddy still a father figure imo and that's why he was so disappointed and why Tyson wanted so badly to achieve some sort of closure or mutual affection
@@deadarmd Nah I think Mike just wanted to settle old demons and make amends once he gained more perspective of the situations of his past once he became a Adult. That's all it is just growth. We all have people we want to apologize to people we should apologize to we just not know it yet.
I was so engrossed in the discussion I forgot I had water boiling and it all evaporated
I heard the Tyson interview you referenced. What Tyson said reminded me of the character Morgan Freeman played in Shawshank Redemption when he was speaking to the parole board. It was like I did something wrong, I know it was wrong and I wish I could go back and tell that foolish kid to just do the right thing. Tyson said he was remorseful for putting Teddy in the position he had. I had the feeling, whatever it was that he did, he carries the guilt with him still.
Miki Miyazaki who knows. I meant that in a positive way, as in we all carry the burden of past transgressions. I think that’s how we become a better person.
Happy to hear Teddy and Mike making steps toward mending past greivances. Legendary trainer, apprentice, student dynamic. (Cus,Teddy, Mike)
The best podcast yet. You guys are the best Boxing podcast on RUclips.
Brilliant show and very honest with a good few laughs. What a fascinating conversation! Asking Mike if he would come to the fundraising dinner was a good step in the right direction Teddy. Everyone has their own way of doing things. Mike can still achieve great things and I believe that you could be a good man for Mike to have in his corner. Somebody with character and integrity. From an Irish fan and an Iron Mike fan.
I’m not a fighter I don’t know a hook from a jab I’m a professional bodybuilder own a gym and after seeing this I think mr atlas is one of the greatest trainers on the planet ever! Hats off to you sir.
Great video teddy really put his heart out there and u see how much he has struggled with the relationship with mike over his life
Thank you @Ken. I am in tears right now...great interview. God bless you and the Legendary Teddy Atlas
I sincerely hope both Teddy and Mike understand just how much the fans want to see them working together again.
Mr. Atlas, you certainly have a knack for storytelling. I find your candor truly captivating.
Teddy finally admitted what I had already known. That night I was so afraid that Spinks would be killed in the ring. No boxer now or in history could have beaten that Mike Tyson that night. For one night he was the greatest of all time and I don't think it would be a contest versus anyone. Also, Teddy properly points out Mike's invincibility factor. He knew that he couldn't be beaten and I think that would apply to anyone past or present.
Come on.im a Tyson nut myself. But while he was my favorite he had style match up like everyone that would give him nightmares. Sadly Lennox probably could have beaten tyson 99 out of 100 prime vs prime.
@@Brad45420 Tyson knocked out Lewis in sparring before turning pro.
@@Brad45420 the night Tyson knocked out Spinks Lewis was still waiting to go to Olympics. So your saying that a guy who hadn't had one pro fight could have beaten the undisputed HW champ ? I beg to differ
@@Brad45420 Lewis Calculatedely waited till Tyson was finished till they fought - they sparred in the 80s Lennox wanted NOOOO parts of a prime Mike - nit taking nothing from Lewis but he beat an OLD holyfield too ...these are all facts 💯
Prime for Prime NOBODY BEATS 1988 MT FACTS BRO
When Mike Tyson had his head screwed on right there would only be 2-3 people that could possibly beat him. Lennox Lewis was NOT one of those people. Lennox Lewis always came across (IMO) as being cold and aloof, and not very engaging. It's no wonder that England Loved Frank Bruno, and still idolize him.
I would love to see Teddy Atlas on Mike's podcast
Wow what a show! What an amazing bookend it would be if Teddy ended up training Tyson for his comeback fights.
TEDDY PLEASE!! PLEASE Coach Tyson for his fight. Please, I want to see you walk down to the ring with Tyson Please!!! If he is gonna came back he needs you and at this point you need him ... Its Not About The Money. PLEASE ..FOR BOXING.
I too would love to see that happen. I suspect however such an invitation would need to come from Mike towards Teddy, and I reckon Mike's current relationship with the Brazilian chap he's doing all the training with will probably stay in place.
6:03 starts talking about Spinks?! In true atlas fashion try 15:30 🙄😆😆😆 You’re the Best Mr Atlas but MAN you beat around the Bush!!!
I don't try to intimidate anybody before a fight. That's nonsense. I intimidate people by hitting them.
~Mike Tyson
YOU ARE A LEGEND TEDDY ATLAS FORGIVENESS IS THE KEY TO LIFE.
It's so good to hear Teddy speak about Mike like this. It always broke my heart what happened.
Then, once Robin Givens and Don King got their evil hands on Tyson it was the beginning of the end.
I wish Kevin Rooney got an apology, as well. They were like brothers.
I'd love to see Kevin and Teddy get their own episode on Mike's podcast, Hotboxin'.
A lot of healing could happen.
Fantastic episode - Teddy is one of a kind
Make a video dedicated to the peekaboo style where you explain and break down everything , this would help a lot of people
He won’t give those secrets away I reckon. Because he stopped himself a few episodes ago.
I appreciate your honesty Teddy, both with your self analysis and your analysis of others. It's good to see. I try to do the same.
Wow love this show. The story telling of teddy atlas is incredible, really drags you in either you want or not.
Great show as usual. Thanks
At the start it didn’t seem like Teddy wanted to say much about his relationship with Tyson. Then an hour later you can’t get him to stop! This is why Teddy is great for radio and tv, i always fall for it too
About time Teddy. Good on you bro. Keep it up please.
One of the best shows Teddy has done. Just beauty honesty
Great podcast...I recall the Spinks v Tyson fight like yesterday..
by the time the bell rang it was almost dawn in London and the birds outside were chirping. Great performance by Tyson against one of the greatest light heavyweight champion fighters ever.
Thank you @Ken
"You decide to go out to a concert and it's like a typhoon. You picked the wrong day.". The story of my life. lol
Teddy is the best, it’s like having inside information
This is the most empathetic ive seen Teddy. Beautiful
Man, I will never forget this fight. Watched it live on tv back in the day. It was clear Spinks was nervous making the walk to the ring. Perhaps if he lasted a few rounds he would've gained some confidence but Tyson's camp capitalized.
Art Rust sports journalist of channel 9 NY said on that night, tyson was the greatest of all time who ever put gloves on, No one would have beaten him that night.
I wonder how tokyo douglas vs this tyson of spinks night would have panned out. I think mike wins a late TKO OR CLOSE DECISION.
I absolutely loved this
You learn something new every day ☺️ 🙏💪😎...!!
What’s the song name that this podcast plays?
Tyson was the most sensational fighter of all time. Teddy knows it. That night the world was shook and nobody can say Tyson didn’t fight anyone
Watched all Tyson’s documentaries reading his book and have read teddy atlas book! Teddy is a genius ! I’m a coach in U.K. n I would love to spend a few days with teddy
It would be awesome to see teddy and mike to meet and talk to each other on mike's podcast.
Please I hope this is the episode you finally ask him about the history of his friendship with Kevin Rooney and his assessment of Kevin as a trainer
Tyson has said in an interview that if you are calm enough, you can see the titch of a muscle when a tall fighter throws a punch, Teddy said the same thing in here
Boston Massachusetts here been a fan of teddy for ever
I wonder if he remembers the Latham Colosium outside of Albany NY. I was there for 3 of Tysons first 5 pro bouts. I was just a kid, my uncle took me. And also to the RPI Fieldhouse.
who else clicked only for further Mike Tyson stories? I never knew Tyson had a Japanese beer commercial (Atlas’s career highlight involves being allowed gym access in same gym where Tyson will tape a beer commercial)
First time I heard Teddy keep it real about Mike always understood where he came from about situations withMike but this is the first interview that I really felt he kept it 100 with no animosity or a certain point of view because in other interviews he has kept it a little one-sided and never gave Mike the credit for trying to redeem yourself for a lot and sometimes there is no excuse but being from somebody that's not perfect when Mike apologized and realized a lot of his mistakes he's an inspiration to me and I respect Teddy forgive him that credit 💯
Teddy I'm begging you to call Tyson and ask him what all this training is about and then propose the undefeated team you guys had come back together. We are dying to see if it can be done and Teddy you are the only man that could have a chance to deliver us greatness again.
This is the ONLY comment section that dosent contain Tyson hate comments. so when it comes from the core people who really knew and understood him , even the trolls agree. i loved listening to Teddy actually praising Tyson . the night were all the stars alined and he made a 34-0 look like a ragdoll.
Mr. Teddy, you absolutely 100% COMPLETELY agree with your decision to put the past in the past. The Good Book, the Man time on Earth is measured by, was all above forgiveness. Especially when it is sincere. That cat (Mike) is today, as genuine as anybody alive today. Good for your brother. That was the man thing to do. And they do not come more manly than the both of y'all!
ANOTHER BRILLIANT INTERVIEW,,,,
Teddy, we all gave credit to that southpaw stance left uppercut hook landing on spinks, and then tyson turning and landing the right hook to the body. We saw it as a marvel of skill all rolled into one, reminiscent of Ali's knockout of Cleveland Williams. Possibly even more impressive than that.
My dad used to say the reason Spinks beat Larry Holmes is because the Italian mafia didn't want Holmes to beat Marciano's record. It makes sense
Ken and Teddy. We love you guys. I never feel comfortable when Teddy talks about Tyson. While he is not my favorite person Tyson did make the right moves to bury the hatchet but it does not seem Teddy is ready yet. A good question might have been to ask Teddy whether he had any response to Tyson’s attempted overtures of friendship and forgiveness. I bet if Teddy was willing to publicly forgive and respond that Mike would happily join him at his annual diner. I’m sure it would be a great load off his shoulders. No one is getting any younger and I’m sure that there were also happy times they shared as well as still could share in the future. Come on Mr T. Meet Tyson half way and bury the hatchet. People can change and this is a golden opportunity for you both. God bless you Ken and Teddy.
If you ask Teddy how he feels he will give you an anatomy lesson and discuss all of the inner organs and their functions and at what age they begin to weaken and what role they all play and ......
Teddy loves Mike , and teddy knows if Mike stayed with him through his career Mike would’ve been undefeated…. Teddy was the reassurance for Mike , the confidence builder , a true coach….
‘If Tyson had trained...’
If cus hadn’t died....’
‘If Tyson hadn’t done cocaine...’
‘If Tyson had kept Rooney....’
‘If Tyson hadn’t partied so much.....’
‘If Tyson hadn’t went to jail......’
‘If Tyson had kept teddy.....’
NEVER IN BOXING HAVE SO MANY ‘FANS’ MADE SO MANY EXCUSES FOR A FIGHTER.
mike Tyson 1985/1989 nobody in the history of boxing even now could beat him he was perfect even the great Ali told that many times
IRON MIKE TYSON I MET HIM IN NETHERLANDS in 2007 he was like a tank and scary as hell but so kind and honest