Hopkins on making history, knocking out De La Hoya with a liver shot, and why he broke a promise to his mom to retire at 40. A legend owning his legacy.
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Hopkins shares how boxing behind bars gave him a second chance. From meeting Nazeem Richardson to becoming a state champ — this story shows how he clawed his way out.
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Hopkins walks us through the darkest chapter of his life — the streets, the stabbing, and the moment that really changed him: his brother’s death. Emotional and eye-opening.
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In this explosive interview with boxing legend Bernard Hopkins, the former champion passionately exposes the harsh realities of how promoters have historically exploited fighters in the boxing industry. Drawing from decades of experience and his own battles with promoters like Butch Lewis and Don King, Hopkins delivers a raw, unfiltered perspective on the business side of boxing and his mission to ensure fighters get their fair share.
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Hopkins tells the wild story of throwing the Puerto Rican flag, the chaos it sparked, and how a tropical storm might’ve saved his life. From street-level tension to one of his greatest wins — this is movie-level stuff.
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Bernard Hopkins recounts the infamous moment he threw down the Puerto Rican flag and the chaos that followed. He breaks down the mindset behind it, the reaction from fans, and how it shaped the lead-up to his fight with Felix Trinidad. A wild chapter from one of boxing’s most controversial legends.
00:00:00 – Intro
00:01:30 – Philly Roots, Family, Fights & the Streets
00:06:58 – Crime, Prison & Turning Point
00:14:06 – Prison Boxing & Mentorship
00:23:27 – Getting Out & Going Pro
00:29:21 – Becoming Champion
00:31:49 – Money, Business & Promoters
00:47:36 – From Fighter to Promoter
00:57:14 – Don King & Trinidad Drama
01:09:41 – Beating Trinidad
01:22:17 – De La Hoya & Four Belts
01:26:19 – Oscar KO & Fighting Past 40
01:34:37 – Legacy & Tarver Comeback
01:40:49 – Calzaghe & Culture Clash
01:47:38 – Pavlik Win & Emotions
01:52:40 – Pascal Fight & Oldest Champ
01:54:53 – Dawson, Cloud & Dre
02:00:00 – Final Fights & Retirement
02:05:24 – Wrap
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Conor Benn opens up about his complicated relationship with his father, boxing legend Nigel Benn. He reflects on growing up with little handed to him, the lessons he had to learn on his own, and how that shaped his drive and identity. A raw look at family, legacy, and forging your own path.
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J Prince shares the real reason Roy Jones Jr. vs. Mike Tyson never happened, revealing the behind-the-scenes negotiations that fell apart. In this candid conversation with Andre Ward, he breaks down the business, the timing, and the egos involved.
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