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Ken Burns's latest on The Greatest

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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The Origins of a Boxing Legend: Muhammad Ali's Early Journey

This chapter explores Muhammad Ali's early life and the key events that influenced his boxing career and personal identity. It contrasts Ali's middle-class upbringing with Joe Frazier's experiences, shedding light on the racial dynamics and societal pressures of their time.

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