Roots of Iron: Where Cus Built the Baddest Man on the Planet | BEHIND THE MIKE #006

“A boy comes to me with a spark of interest. I feed the spark and it becomes a flame. I feed the flame and it becomes a fire. I feed the fire and it becomes a roaring blaze.” – Cus D’Amato

Witness the return of the legendary Mike Tyson to Catskill, NY, the birthplace of his boxing career and home of his late mentor, Cus D’Amato. As Iron Mike pays his respects and reunites with old friends, he reflects on the wisdom that shaped him into a champion.

Discover how Cus’s teachings on fear, discipline, and greatness continue to resonate with Mike decades later. From the gym where he first learned to “throw punches with bad intentions” to the streets where he faced his deepest fears, join Mike on this powerful journey of remembrance and gratitude.

Don’t miss this raw and intimate look into the relationship that shaped boxing history. Subscribe now and hit the notification bell to be the first to watch this unforgettable episode of Behind the Mike. “Greatness is not a measure of how great you are but how great others came to be because of you.”

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