About this episodeMike Tyson shares his disciplined morning routine of waking at 2 AM for cardio and treatment, contrasting it w…AI summary
Mike Tyson shares his disciplined morning routine of waking at 2 AM for cardio and treatment, contrasting it with his past struggles with drug addiction which cost him an Olympic spot. He reflects on his transformation from a street robber in 1970s New York to a global icon, emphasizing the importance of self-promotion through podcasts and advocating for boxers to control their own narrative.
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Tyson's current morning routine involves waking at 2:00 AM, listening to Ella Fitzgerald, smoking marijuana (which he notes he stopped from 1984-1997 to pursue championship status), and performing hours of bike and treadmill cardio followed by an hour of treatment.
Tyson attributes missing the 1984 Olympic team directly to marijuana use during his amateur days, stating he got 'massive offense' because of it.
Tyson advocates for boxers to bypass traditional media (ESPN/TNT) and promote fights directly on their own platforms, citing the success of his podcast as evidence that 'ratings went off the roof' when he took control of communication.
Tyson highlights the stark contrast in public perception over time, noting that the same people who once threatened him on 42nd Street in 1976 now give him free tattoos and take pictures with their babies.
Tyson praises boxer Lomachenko's amateur experience (500 fights) as a key indicator of his skill, noting he rarely loses rounds due to repetition and instinct.
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“I didn't make it to the Olympic truck so I got massive offense because of this weed that's why I didn't make it to the Olympics so I stopped smoking weed from like 84 to like 97 yeah I wanted to be champion”
▶ 5:01Tyson explains the specific reason he quit marijuana for over a decade to focus on his boxing career.
“I can remember being 1976 back I remember being on 42nd Street snatching people's change me snatch their Wireless ripped their pockets out”
▶ 3:35Tyson recalls his criminal activities in New York City before his fame, providing context for his tough upbringing.
“I think you know Mike Mike is a guy who I've learned he really just goes where the universe takes him you know and really learns a lot as he goes”
▶ 6:35Host Evan Britton describes Tyson's adaptive nature and willingness to learn new mediums like podcasts.
“Every time a boxer should announce a fight they should be here yeah yeah I was talking to UM that's what we should do we should promote people fighting”
▶ 8:57Tyson's vision for the future of boxing promotion, emphasizing direct-to-fan communication via podcasts.
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