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Frank starts the show joined by WABC host Dominic Carter to review the boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Frank then moves on to talk with Gentleman Gerry Cooney, legendary former pro-boxer, radio talk show host on Fight Nation, and author of the book Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery to talk about the fight. Frank talks about RFK Jr.'s plans as the nominee for United States Secretary of Health and Human Service and the unfair coverage he is getting. He also sits down with Brook Urick, a former sugar baby, former seeking arrangement employee and the author Wink Wink, Nudge Nudge. They discuss sugar daddy websites and exploitation of minors. He later gives the UFO Report on UAPs targeting sensitive areas such as nuclear plants. Frank starts the third hour with commendations for the week. He also discusses low birth rates in France. He also gives the Conspiracy of the Day on the assasination of Malcolm X. Frank wraps up the show talking about an innocent man being threatened with the death penalty, America supplying Ukraine with long range missiles and Eddie Murphy. He is also joined by Noam Laden for News You Can Use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Frank starts the show joined by WABC host Dominic Carter to review the boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Frank then moves on to talk with Gentleman Gerry Cooney, legendary former pro-boxer, radio talk show host on Fight Nation, and author of the book Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery to talk about the fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gentleman Gerry Cooney, legendary former pro boxer, radio talk show host on Fight Nation, and author of the book “Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery” Topic: The Tyson-Jake Paul fight Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerry_Cooney Social Media: https://twitter.com/gerrycooney https://www.facebook.com/RealGerryCooney https://www.instagram.com/gerryacooney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Beginning in the late 1970s, “Gentleman” Gerry Cooney's professional boxing career was marked by exhilarating fights, exciting wins, and a powerful left hook. In 1982, Cooney fought all-time great champion Larry Holmes in one of the most memorable and anticipated title fights in boxing history. Yet Cooney's bouts in the ring were nothing compared to the inner turmoil that he dealt with and eventually overcame. You will hear how the former contender went from an abused childhood to becoming a two-time Golden Gloves champion, and his journey through alcoholism to sustained recovery. Cooney and addiction counselor John Grady have written “Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery,” an unprecedented look into the boxer's life in and out of the ring. https://www.amazon.com/Gentleman-Gerry-Contender-Champion-Recovery/dp/1538155346http://www.yourlotandparcel.org
Gerry Cooney was 28-3 as a heavyweight fighter and spent time ranked No. 1 in the world. But his biggest victory has come over alcohol, a battle which he still fights every day in the rooms of recovery, helping himself and others. Pete and Gerry cover it all, from the incredible hype surrounding his title fight against Larry Holmes to how addiction hampered his chances against Michael Spinks. “Gentleman” Gerry Cooney has a book out and you can hear him on SiriusXM Radio channel 156. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gentleman Gerry Cooney, legendary former pro boxer and author of the book “Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery", joins Frank Morano to speak about his boxing career and dealing with addiction in families.
On this edition of The Other Side Of Midnight: Frank Morano invites a WABC favorite to the mic; Tony Orlando. He tells Frank about his Hispanic heritage, music, and more! Gentleman Gerry Cooney, legendary former pro boxer and author of the book “Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery”, joins Frank to speak about his boxing career and dealing with addiction in families. Plus, how do we inspire young people to tune into radio?
Gerry Cooney was 28-3 as a heavyweight fighter and spent time ranked No. 1 in the world. But his biggest victory has come over alcohol, a battle which he still fights every day in the rooms of recovery, helping himself and others. Pete and Gerry cover it all, from the incredible hype surrounding his title fight against Larry Holmes to how addiction hampered his chances against Michael Spinks. “Gentleman” Gerry Cooney has a book out and you can hear him on SiriusXM Radio channel 156. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A great boxer, with a very successful career, including fighting Larry Holmes for the world heavyweight championship, Gerry Cooney hangs out with Handsome Dick Manitoba, on his PODCAST, "YOU DON'T KNOW DICK!"
What Gerry Cooney knows now about boxing is so much more than he knew when he was fighting. It’s why he’s passionate about giving back to the sport and he’s hoping he can help some people find themselves along the way. What made him a great boxer can be taught but what makes him a great person has to be found within.We’re back with Season 3 of Your Corner Man with what’s sure to be a highlight of this season. Former heavyweight boxer and title contender “Gentleman” Gerry Cooney stops by the podcast to talk about his path to currently being a trainer and how he started boxing in the first place. Over the next hour, you’ll hear about how Gerry’s family, and his father in particular, led him to the gym, how fear played a part in him missing out on Olympic dreams, how his career was impacted by not being promoted by Don King, the fateful heavyweight title fight against Larry Holmes, and what it meant to him to train.
Joined today by former editor of Ring Magazine, the youngest commissioner in boxing and co-host of “At The Fights” on Sirius/XM radio, Randy Gordon. Randy tells us about the death of Rocky Marciano and how running to Ring Magazine to meet with Nate Fleischer changed his entire life. We hear about his time at the head of Ring magazine. The Commish then talks about his time calling fights for ESPN and how his love for the sport and his integrity cost him his dream job with the worldwide leader. Despite believing it was a prank call we hear about Governor Cuomo handpicking Randy to be the youngest commissioner of boxing in New York State. Obviously we talk about his incredible book Glove Affair, how long it took him to write it and the difficulty of putting himself out there and making the book so emotional. Randy opens up about his lifelong friendship with Muhammad Ali, from their private lunches to revealing how he was going to quit during the Thrilla in Manila and how the Commish finally got Smokin’ Joe Frazier and Ali to shake hands at The Garden. Randy pours out his heart talking about his best friend, referee Wayne Kelly. He tells us his thoughts on the tragic passing of Patrick Day and the current state of boxing. We hear how he got linked up with Gentleman Gerry Cooney and how they are entering in their 11th year as the go to boxing radio show in the world. From his precious memorabilia being stolen to his Howard Cosell impression, the Commish shows what it’s like for a teenage fan in Long Island to grow up and hold every seat in the world of boxing. follow randy here: https://twitter.com/commishrandyg but his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Glove-Affair-Lifelong-Journey-Professional-ebook/dp/B07M5BLH3J
May 27th - Rich Rubino, Gentleman Gerry Cooney
May 27th - Rich Rubino, Gentleman Gerry Cooney
New Book Explores The Triumphs & Tribulations of Former Heavyweight Contender “Gentleman Gerry” CooneyBeginning in the late 1970s, “Gentleman” Gerry Cooney’s professional boxing career was marked by exhilarating fights, exciting wins, and a powerful left hook. In 1982, Cooney landed a lucrative match against world heavyweight champion Larry Holmes on one of the biggest stages in championship boxing. Yet Cooney’s bouts in the ring were nothing compared to the inner turmoil that he dealt with and eventually overcame. Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery chronicles the career of a boxing legend, the challenges and triumphs of a trauma survivor, and an alcoholic’s journey to sustained recovery. “Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery” – June 12, 2019https://www.amazon.com/Gentleman-Gerry-Contender-Champion-Recovery/dp/1538111004/ Gerry Cooney and John Grady provide a detailed account of how the former contender went from an abused childhood to becoming a two-time Golden Gloves champion. More than just a biography, this book explores the challenges of surviving difficult moments and overcoming obstacles such as alcohol addiction. The authors also provide historical perspectives of the era and behind-the-scenes insight into the world of professional boxing.Complete with photographs from esteemed sports photographer Joe DiMaggio and stories directly from Cooney himself, this book offers an unprecedented look into Cooney’s life and the lessons he learned. Fans of boxing, as well as sports enthusiasts and others recovering from addiction, will find Gentleman Gerry a must-read.About Gerry CooneyGerry Cooney is a former boxer who emerged as the #1 contender for the heavyweight championship of the world. Ranked #53 on The Ring Magazine’s “100 Greatest Punchers of All Time,” Cooney fought all-time great champion Larry Holmes in one of the most memorable and anticipated title fights in boxing history. Cooney currently co-hosts “At the Fights” on SiriusXM radio with Randy “The Commissioner” Gordon.About John GradyJohn Grady is a licensed professional counselor, licensed alcohol and drug counselor, dually certified supervisor in mental health and addictions, university lecturer, and author.
“Gentleman” Gerry Cooney’s professional boxing career has been marked by amazing fights and a brutal left hook. He holds a record of 28 wins and 3 loses and with his success in the ring came demons outside the ring, which Gerry battled and won. We talk to Gerry about those past fights as well as … Continued
On today's episode I'll be joined by the legendary boxer "Gentleman" Gerry Cooney. We talk about his upbringing, his famous fights vs Ken Norton and LarryHolmes, his radio show and much much more. Listen in as Gerry proceeds to jab me in the face and how he doesn't think I can make it in the boxing world. Gerry Cooney was hands down one of the best guests I've ever had on.