The story of a legendary fighter who took too much punishment in a fight and was never the same again. The damaging effects of boxing can have a lasting impact on a fighter's life.
The podcast discusses how Ali had a poetic way of describing his flow and artistry in the ring, without resorting to trash talk. This ability to talk about his strategy without crossing the line into talking about money or trash talking was highly unique and impressive.
The speaker reflects on the challenges of competition, the discipline, focus and perseverance needed to stay the course and ultimately win. Though it can be difficult, the periods of time in between fights can also be valuable.