The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #148 with Bernard Hopkins
Oct 5, 2023
In this engaging conversation, retired boxing champion Bernard Hopkins shares his remarkable transition from fighter to boxing promoter. He offers insights into the complexities of the boxing industry, including the challenges he's faced with promoters and contract disputes. Hopkins reflects on his personal journey, revealing how his childhood and experiences in prison shaped his resilience. He discusses the importance of integrity in boxing and shares unconventional training insights that have contributed to his longevity in the sport.
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Boxing's Resurgence in Prison
- Hopkins's boxing journey began at nine, rekindled in prison, shaped by family influences and street fights.
- Returning to boxing in prison sparked a flame that led him to a path of self-improvement and success.
Choosing Boxing over the Streets
- After prison, Hopkins chose boxing over drug dealing, driven by a survival instinct honed on the streets.
- This decision, coupled with disciplined focus and a "wolf" mentality, paved the way for his boxing career.
Learning from Prison Experience
- Hopkins emphasizes the importance of understanding one's value, learned through his prison experience.
- Observing social dynamics and interactions within prison provided valuable lessons for navigating life.