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278 - 4X Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield on Beating Mike Tyson Twice and His Life Story (Flashback)
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  • 278 - 4X Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield on Beating Mike Tyson Twice and His Life Story (Flashback)

    Boxing legend Evander Holyfield discussed his upbringing and storied boxing career in this 2023 VladTV exclusive. Born in Alabama as the youngest of nine children, Holyfield moved to Atlanta with his single mother and siblings at a young age. He first got into boxing at the age of eight when he joined the Boys Club. He said his quick success in the ring earned him the name "one punch Holyfield." The Hall of Famer broke down his childhood accomplishments in the sport before detailing his first interaction with Mike Tyson when he was 20 years old. Holyfield talked about his notable fights against Mike Tyson, Buster Douglas, George Foreman, and Riddick Bowe, as well as winning multiple championships throughout his career. He also opened up about the fortune he amassed as a boxer and the financial hardships he encountered later on. Later in the interview, Holyfield talked about his retirement and the rumored rubber match between him and Mike Tyson. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

    Wed, 20 Nov 2024 - 2h 54min
  • 277 - Russell Simmons Tells His Life Story (Unreleased Full Interview)

    In 2016, Russell Simmons discussed his book, "The Happy Vegan," and his decision to switch his lifestyle and diet. The business mogul also talked about hustling in the streets of Queens before creating Def Jam and signing some of Hip-Hop's most legendary acts. The Def Jam explained that he he split from Rick Rubin to pursue other business ventures and addressed the lack of diversity in Hollywood. Later in the interview, Simmons and DJ Vlad debated whether money brings true happiness or not. View the rest of the interview to hear Russell Simmons detail his experiences with Def Comedy Jam, Phat Farm, and much more.

    Wed, 20 Nov 2024 - 1h 37min
  • 276 - Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Who Was Named By Trump as Health & Human Services Secretary, Tells His Life Story (Flashback)

    Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared on VladTV last November to share about his family's fascinating and storied past. His father was Robert F. Kennedy, also known as Bobby, who was the brother of John F. Kennedy and son of Joseph Kennedy. RFK Jr. detailed how close-knit the Kennedy family was, discussing both happy times, such as dinner with his grandparents and boating expeditions with his grandfather, and tragedies, including the loss of two uncles during World War II. He also addressed rumors regarding his grandfather's involvement in bootlegging, explaining that Joseph Kennedy didn't enter the alcohol industry until after Prohibition ended and further proclaiming that he was a prohibitionist himself. RFK Jr. refutes legacy-tarnishing rumors that were circulated at the time of his father's assassination as an intentional CIA-led effort to discredit the family's name. RFK Jr. also addressed JFK's presidency and assassination before he opened up about J. Edgar Hoover, his father's assassination, Fidel Castro, the "Kennedy Curse," his presidential campaign, and much more.

    Tue, 19 Nov 2024 - 1h 36min
  • 275 - Zoe Pound Founder Ali "Zoe" Adam Tells His Life Story

    Ali "Zoe" Adam, founder of the infamous Zoe Pound gang, opens up about his tumultuous life journey for the first time following an eight-year prison sentence on kingpin charges. In an exclusive VladTV interview, Adam shares his story from fleeing political turmoil in Haiti. Settling in Florida at age nine, Adam's family, despite facing adversity, managed to establish a legitimate business by opening a supermarket in Carol City. However, Adam was soon influenced by the world of crime. Throughout the interview, Adam details Zoe Pound's founding, his dealings with various rappers, and what his life is like now post-incarceration.

    Mon, 18 Nov 2024 - 2h 04min
  • 274 - Mike Tyson Tells His Life Story (Flashback)

    Mike Tyson sat down for his first-ever VladTV interview in 2020 ahead of his exhibition fight with Roy Jones, and Mike started from the beginning of his story growing up in Brooklyn. From there, he shared highlights of his storied career, including his friendship with 2Pac and feeling guilty for pressuring 2Pac to come to Las Vegas. Mike also opened up to Zab Judah about Don King, and they both thanked the infamous promoter for never pressing charges on them. Moving along, Tyson spoke about his fights against Evander Holyfield, and Mike admitted that he regrets biting Holyfield. To hear more, including Mike stating that he feels like he won his fight against Buster Douglas, hit the full interview above.

    Sat, 16 Nov 2024 - 1h 33min
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