Mike Tyson: Overcoming drug addiction
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- In a two day interview, Mike Tyson opens up to Graham Bensinger about his drug addiction and how he got clean; taped in 2011.
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"This is not a tough man's world, it's a thinking man's world." Really powerful.
what mike should have said 200 years ago a man could swing a sword and be considered a man nowadays men have to cook clean think and pretty much do everything and more to be considered a decent man
It has always been a thinking mans world
thats not even remotely what he meant... wtf kind of stupid sht is that... he's talkign about thinking he was at teh top fo the world while people were making hundreds of millions off of him without throwing a single punch
Baker ... No Neolithic times there was the dominant alpha.
@@sangunpark8974 it's not really what he meant to say. He's saying that a man that act tough, with ego, without looking the meaning of life, will evently hurt and loose himself. Thinking mans are the one that understand that we are no special from anyone ; we are made of flesh and blood and our time is coming. Soon or later, we will get weak, old and die alone. So in that thinking, its crucial to stay grounded, to be ourself and to love one's neighbor as oneself. Cause Love is all we got. Does it make sens ?
"Nobody gets out of here free, no one has an exclusivity to pain"... interesting way to put it.
True , he s smart u know
Mike Tyson should be a motivational speaker. A lot of people look up to him as a great champion, as a kid from the ghetto. As a grown man who transformed after failing in front of the entire planet. He could really have a great career helping millions because he's a fallen legend. A dad who lost his tiny daughter in a bizarre accident. A drug addict who cleaned up. A man who lost almost half a billion. So many people lose so much less and can't recover. Can't find strength to get up again. He even quit eating meat and became a vegan. He got better even after no longer taking antidepressants. He's rich in vast ways now -no longer just a gladiator. But one thing he's proving again is he has many problems but unlike many he has discipline which is ultimately what we all need. To get on track and stay there. Keep moving upward and forward. No matter what.
VolatileDisposition he is
VolatileDisposition he already is a motivational speaker
Hell yeah
RyanImitheoS 'He is' best comment
Yes he should; I just love Mike Tyson peace and blessings to him always 😇
I can't imagine being Mike Tyson. Growing up with no family, abused, taught that life is basically shit, so find something that releases your aggression. He then goes on to be, arguably, the greatest heavy weight fighter of all time. Years later, after hardship, depression, addiction, he then finds peace in it all. You can see the pain and regret in his eyes. Just think if he had a positive influence growing up and had direction from his parents, along with his gift to box. His legacy would be so different.
Think it would have turned out that much different if Cus would have lived another decade or so.
his story is the most inspiring thing i came along. when you look at other great athletes of any sport like Ali, Lebron, Ronaldo, or whoever it is that you idolize, you think of them as of something you want to be. with Mike its the other way around, when he speaks about himself and his life you can see that even when he was at the top of the world he was just like most of us - scared, desperate, sad etc.. he found peace in life only after all the wrong in the world he could do. he had the courage to abandon his pride, accept himself for who he is and last but not least - he forgave himself. thats what i inspire to be - an old Mike Tyson.
JoeyandLindsay Those things are what made him. Without those events maybe he woudve never become the man he is now. who knows
he probably wouldn't have been world champ. He would have had a regular job and you would't have ever heard of him
Stephanie Lovecat I'm sure he left it out out of respect for tyson Bc we know he didn't do it
Tyson does not give himself enough credit. He's very intelligent but does not have a lot of confidence in his intellect. I've learned plenty from him speaking. He could easily be an activist of sorts if he had the confidence.
BrandonDeshohn I think him being humble is better, everyone is preaching sorts of empty confidence. Confidently humble maybe?
I agree ^ crusty
BrandonDeshohn yeah he's no dummy.
You know, as I was watching this i pondered why it is that I’ve always looked up to Mike Tyson so much. I think you hit it on the head of the nail. Humility. He’s humble. He doesn’t sugar coat. He’s honest, speaks from the heart, no bullshit. Nothing feels forced when he speaks. He seems empathetic. He’s genuinely himself. You’re right, he should have more confidence in his intellect, but that vulnerability you/we perceive is also what makes him so unmistakably himself. It’s Genuine.
Yeah. He says "I don't know" a lot.
He knows more than he thinks.
His humility is awesome, but he's too self deprecating
Mike is such a beautiful human being...so happy I got to meet him last year
you know he rapes ppl right, and was convicted for it in the 90s and went to jail lol.. beautiful human being.
@Osumiri Kingsley uhhhh wtf. I definitely have NOT done anything worse than rape wtf? Just when I thought CZcams comments couldn't get any dumber...
@@LulzRoyce How did you know he did it? There was lots of controversy surrounding if he actually did it or not
@@LulzRoyce
Have you ever lusted over another woman.
Get out of here you punk
@@LulzRoyce you weren't there to know if it was true or not. Hopefully you don't suffer from someone accusing you of something you didn't or did do and someone judging you with pure ignorance.
I never expected Tyson to be so wise. As a person, who just realised the reality of addiction, this guy made complete sense. The host seemed very reasonable and understanding. Just stumbled across this channel. New sub.
Mike Tyson is a deep brother. His insight on life is rare. I appreciate him sharing his perspective.
"This is not a tough mans world it's a thinking mans world." Wow. Say what you want about Mike but he gets it and is extremely intelligent and just so real.
His honesty is genuinely moving. Much respect to you Mike.
Its a not a tough man's world, its a thinking mans world
well said
So true
I have been watching a lot of this interviewers interviews. ...he's good at his job, u don't see that much these days
+Jake Depriest Thanks, Jake!
+Graham Bensinger hey, thanks for responding, the interviews from tyson and kobe are great. those are both guys that are hard to interview and u got the best out of them
I agree, he comes across as a genuine person which I feel is seldom among journalists, respectively speaking, especially for such a young person. Wishing you all the best and much success friend.
+Jake Depriest everyone has highs and low. I wouldnt appreciate someone throwing all the bad things i've said in my face for the sake of his youtube channel.
+Jason Gafar It is rare that journalists come across as genuine.......keep up the good work Graham.
It is very rare to come across a human who is so brutally honest about himself, without gaining anything from it. Let alone a world famous person. The strength of Mike Tyson is immensely inspiring. He teaches me something about me, while speaking about what he has learned about himself. Thanks mr Tyson.
"I never gave myself time to grow. I just thought I was tough and I just wanted to
believe that. And really, were in a different world. This world we live in is
not a tough man’s world. It’s a thinking man’s world. Tough men get hurt in
this world. So I try to do good to the best of my ability"
Mike Tyson - Athlete and Truth Speaker
Credit to Graham Bensinger, just for showing absolute interest, listening and not trying to provoke reactions, good work man.
does anyone be getting stressed out when people mention Graham Bessinger>
@@jasonkassa2204 "Does anybody get stressed out, when they mention Graham Bensinger?"
Hope this helps, but to answer your question, for me, no.
This guy been through it all! Big respect for Iron Mike from South London
Man it is amazing to watch mike Tyson talk about how much he has grown and learn. This gives a great view of how his life has changed. It is inspiring
amazing, powerful, inspiring from tyson
He's humble now since realizing he was used and abused for so long, such a Nice guy,
Pressure makes diamonds
M Thank you for that amazing insight!!! I am going to keep that in my head as I work on being a better person!!!
That's the wildest and smartest thing I've ever heard Mike say. "This is not a tough man's world, it's a thinking man's world." (too deep, but brutally true)
To see Mike go from the angry..full of hate and despair..self loathing surrounded by snakes boy he was to this deep...intelligent...calm reflective man that has conquered so much more than some other boxers is something that makes me very happy for him. I hope the rest of his days are filled with love...peace and joy. I hope he gets to watch his kids grow and become a grandfather. YOUR THE MAN CHAMP!! I GOT NUTIN BUT LUV AND RESPECT FOR YOU. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU THE REST OF YOUR DAYS BRO.
Mike deep down is a good guy with a very big heart. In my eyes he's 1 of the Greatest boxers in the history of boxing. True Legend.
I love this guy.
He never fails to amaze me with his honesty,humanity,wisdom.
Would never have thought back in the day Mike Tyson would seriously be the most understanding,inspiring person ever .
Sometimes Mike Tyson makes my jaw drop . He is a hero for the common man.
Speak for yourself. I prefer my heroes not to be former realists and elderly people assaulters myself … but hey ho, we all have different standards I guess 🙄
Graham Bensinger would be a great therapist. He's genuine, a good listener, caring, engaging, respectful (super important for Tyson) and his body language and facial expressions show his genuine interest in the person. Its the first time I've seen Tyson relaxed during an interview. He felt cared about. Now I know why this interview won an Emmy.
I've come across these interviews accidentally but been hooked on listening to them. Truly inspirational especially as I have to inspire young minds in my job to succeed.
He's such a good speaker
I don't care about anything he did wrong in care about his mastery of boxing ,I'm 72 years old and Iron Mike Tyson is the greatest heavyweight champion in my lifetime ,I was too young to remember the Great Rocky Marciano so Mike is the king of the ring for me .
Man those words were powerful. Love watching him and hearing his stories
With every interview I appreciate Graham more and more. There aren't many journalists that come across as honest and earnest as Graham does. You can really tell that the people he interviews trust and respect him too.
That´s a true champ right there... What he´s said it is about the experiences that he had and how reflective he was to be able to think deeply and put into perspective another outlook to life. Being humble, honest, loyal and respectful are the most valuable "values" a human being can has.
I really appreciate that Tyson has gone through so many ups and downs and then comes out of his addiction and riches and speaks with more balance and wisdom. Amazing 👌
This man is intelligent, introspective and deep. Wow. Good luck Champ
Im checking out Mike all the time these days-all his fights, his interviews, documentaries etc-and I have to say I find him the most interesting boxer of all time, deffinitely was one of the best of the best and as a person wow, he is an inspiration and just the best guy on the planet to turn to when you need lifting up. ✌
“ This is not a tough mans world , this is a THINKINGS man world.. “ Damn he’s speaking from the heart
He has had one of the greatest transformations of the human spirit that we have ever seen.
He talks so much sense in every interview, absolutely likable person.
Seeing him happy and full of joy now days makes me happy for him man. This guy went through pain!
This interviewer is so good, wow
Your life was far from a failure brother..You lived a life that nobody will ever experience...And now you know what life all about..Good luck Mike ..
great interview saw one interview spent all day watching all of them great job
Interviewer’s keen interest in knowing helps bring out the real thoughts of Mike. Mike should become a motivational speaker. He is so genuine.
Im enjoying these interviews, good job!
You can see Graham being completely amazed and open to learn a thing or two from one of the most transparent, honest, loving, thinking, modest man to put a step in this world. Mike might be one of the wisest man ever, even if he doesn't realize it; but being able to watch and learn from his path just inspires me in crazy ways.
Good for you Mike! Nice interview, Mr Bensinger!
I love Tyson man and his new positive outlook on life, he has a lot of experiences and wisdom and you can feel it in his truth and honesty I love it.Thank you Iron Mike.
Real - True - Genuine. That's the best words to describe Mike Tyson.
It’s good to see mike finally looks like he’s happy. He was my hero growing up.
As a big boxing/Mike Tyson fan, I'm glad that he is on the right meds that can allow him to be at peace with himself. I've always felt that Mike is a good person at heart. He was just in an extraordinary situation for someone who grew up the way he did. He seems to have matured and is happy. Right on Champ!
Never seen mike open up like this...great interviewee
It's great that mike tells his story. If you have had problems you can relate. Someone so great as him has problems makes others who had the same problems don't feel alone. Good job mike keep it up.☺
Much much love to MT...This man is an absolute warrior.
Mike has a good heart
Best boxer of all time, articulate, very deep. I'd like to have an hour chit chat w/ Mike just to pick his brain and his experiences kinda like this.
Gotta appreciate everything Mike has gone through.
There’s something so human, so honest, about Mike Tyson.
this is gold material
Mike Tyson is the only person I have ever seen every reporter basically asks permission from him before they ask a question they give that respect to no one else literally
all of these are really good
Terrific interview.
Mike is one intimidating dude to this day
I can really relate to him in the ways. not his wealth or fame obviously or his fighting ability but his juvenille dilinquent start in life after losing my brother and dad as a kid which spiralled me out of control getting jailed at fifteen and going on to a eventual long drug addiction that ended in 2008. im 48 now and clean with totally different outlooks and adjendas. Fame and fortune never took the real person away from Mike tyson and i absolutely respect him for his brutal honesty and depth on any subject he talks about.
Mike Tyson is a real one. Big respect to this wise and humble man.
great interviewer. and a great subject. I think there's ALOT of people happy for Mike nowadays.
I have so much love and respect for Mike. I myself am a fan of boxing and even boxed as was absolutely fanatical about Iron Mike Tyson while he was in his prime, but honestly speaking, the spiritual, evolved, wise Mike that he is today is in my view so much better. He's grounded, open, honest, and sincere. He would make an excellent older friend or relative.
great interview
Better late than never! Facts!! Never give up! ❤
Mike is one beautiful soul
What a honest man...
Beautiful.. You said it Mike...
What a fascinating dude.
Mike has grown up alot..I've seen him grow over time, you can tell he honestly tried to become more intelligent from his upbringing ..he's alot different from most ppl believe..rad, I like him, fuc it
Interview did good job.
Mike is a Cancerian like me. He's extremely emotionally intelligent and has had a hard life.
I’m a Sagittarius and I’m like that. I don’t think astrology is really accurate
Such great words from Mike wow
Awesome interview. Tyson is very intelligent.
this was inspiring to me
"Tough men get hurt in this world", as in its a thinking man's world in terms of wisdom - making the right choices, not pure vain power.
really enjoy Graham Bensinger's interviews. he doesn't ask stupid, point-less rhetorical bullshit ass questions. he seems passionate and actually interested in his interviewees. he seems approachable, genuine, respectful and honest, kinda like Anderson Cooper (who even got an elusive Eminem to open-up in 60minutes). This is why people like Interviewers like Cooper and Besinger are really good 'cause they make the ppl they interview comfortable causing them to relax and really open-up. almost as if they forget they're even on camera. which, imo, are the best interviews.
Keep it up and keep giving Our Living Legends an outlet to be heard/seen. Especially their "after the limelight" stories, when they're older and wiser.. it's really interesting to hear how they made out, yaknow.
thanks, yo.
keep it up. Peace.
Mike tyson is a legend and I think this interviewer is really good
Tison is an example of failure and reform. He is and will be my biggest hero.
God bless you Mike. Thankyou for you candor.
Mike is a deep and honest man now. Respect.
Phenomenal interview Graham. Are you looking to branch outside of the sports world at all? I feel like there's been a massive void in interviewing since Tim Russert passed away.
Mike seems such a deep and smart person.
Inspiring man..never too late to make positive changes to make something of yourself to be a better man
IRON MAN MIKE YOU IS FINE BOY I DON'T CARE WHAT YOU DIDN'T OR DID DO IT YOUR LIFE WE ALL MISTAKES AND DO SHIT SO NOBODY IS BETTER THAN ANYONE .
The Best Ever!!
mike tyson is so full of wisdom
Dam this guy is really smart , humble wow ..lot of respect Mike
Mike has become a greater man outside of the ring!!!!!!
Tyson is probably the most iconic fighter of modern times. He was very good, but with the right people around him he could have been greater. That is insignificant though when contrasted with the kind, decent and intelligent man he has obviously fought to become. He speaks with the kind of power and wisdom most men seek but few men find. I think talking with Tyson for an hour would be a great foundation on which to shape my outlook for the rest of my life.
This makes me tear up a bit.
This is so true 👍
He's brutally honest in his self assessment
Mike has turned out to be a good man,God bless him.
From one addict to another, this is real.
God bless Mike and his family
Mike Tyson is awesome 💪🏻
Whether you like him or not the man is incredible just imagine having millions of dollars at -18-21 years old with no family nor anyone you can trust imiagine the trouble you would of gotten into ,the fact he’s a functioning adult and father is incredible he actually became a role model
Very eloquent for someone who skipped school
Damn he said from correctional facility to heavy champ that quick he was blessed and got a free education not only boxing but in life he was blessed to learn from a doc like cus I think he had a couple doctoriat degrees so he was blessed u can tell when speaks he's very educated