Gerry "Gentleman" Cooney was the number one-ranked heavyweight in the world when he faced Larry Holmes for the title in 1982.

In this conversation, he opens up about growing up in a turbulent home, finding purpose through boxing, and the self-sabotage that shadowed his rise. He relives the 54-second Ken Norton knockout and the epic night with Holmes, sharing what he saw in opponents' eyes and how great fighters make adjustments.

We also talk about mentoring kids, rebuilding trust, and how sobriety, family, and service anchor his life today.


Book: "Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery"https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/gentleman-gerry-9781538155349/


"At The Fights" with Randy Gordon & Gerry Cooney on SiriusXM https://www.siriusxm.com
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Every story reminds us that a meaningful life is worth preserving.

Worth the Price of Admission brings documentary-style conversations to audio, letting you listen anywhere, while walking, driving, or taking a quiet moment for yourself. Gentle reminders of hope, courage, and human connection.

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In this brief introduction, I explain why we're turning our earlier documentary conversations into audio: so you can listen to these stories wherever you are—on a walk, during your commute, or whenever you need a voice of perspective and comfort.

Behind every achievement and legacy are quiet moments of kindness, courage, and connection, and this show captures those moments so you can find pieces of your own story in them.

These episodes are not nostalgia; they are reminders that hope, resilience, and human connection are still alive. Follow the podcast on your favorite player, and if you want to watch the full-length videos, visit our home for new and archived conversations.

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