Mike Tyson Best Friend Big Joe Egan Tells His Story.

James English, The Anything Goes Show Ep76.
The story of joe Egan.
Born and bred in Dublin, Big Joe Egan, as he is affectionately known, got his first ring baptism of fire when he fought the national junior champion Steve Collins. In Joe's second fight against Collins he proved that he'd come on in leaps and bounds. By the age of 24 he had recorded over 80 wins, 7 Irish titles and he was a Golden Gloves Champion. Joe fought 11 times wearing the green vest of Ireland and he attracted even more attention when he went the distance with Lennox Lewis and beat the future WBA champion Bruce Seldon. The fight had it all and enthralled those at the ringside.
Joe was encouraged by Floyd Patterson to try his luck in the USA, so Joe joined Mike Tyson's training camp in the Catskill mountains with the great Cus D'Amato. Joe became like a brother to Mike Tyson, who once said of Joe after a particularly vicious sparring session, that Joe was the Toughest White Man on the Planet. The two became the firmest of friends.
Joe's dreams of continuing as a boxer were cruelly shattered when he was forced to quit following a serious road accident on the night of his second pro fight. Changing fortunes saw him struggle to get his life back on track. His personal life hit the headlines after his former glamorous fiancée Lisa Murphy left him for Lord of the Dance (1997) Michael Flatley. The downward spiral continued with a new pub business venture pitting Joe against organised protection racketeers armed with guns, axes and machetes. Joe was shot and nearly died and was also later charged with attempted murder.
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[@james87367]

The Irish are a special race. Something about them is amazing.

[@cian9488]

Thanks buddy

[@Dsk-zn1yj]

Of course bro we are good people

[@francis5326]

Ireland not the same

[@4saxon7]

Irish and Jamaicans

[@reaperj550]

That is quite literally racist lol

[@ThroughaniPhone]

James, that’s been one of the best if not thee best guest you have had on, what a fantastic down to earth big joe is! Well done brother

[@JamesEnglish]

Thank you 👍🏼

[@englishbob8989]

great interview, could listen to joe all night, every interviewers dream

[@Apesedits]

Buy his book, great read.

[@scottgilmour749]

This is was one of the most genuine guys I've heard. Grt to hear him.

[@michealsmith2698]

Ur Wright scott

[@scottgilmour749]

@@MrUnder30seconds I can c u introducing urself and...... And something not nice😂😂😂

[@scotland2256]

'If your going to get battered, you may as well get battered by the best'

[@rezaninorowzin1060]

Fuck Man got batterd 30min ago bij a 150 lbs boxer fuck but I love it But I’m hurt baddddd

[@robertcairney2955]

LovelyGuy ,Better than any of those Gangsters/Drug Dealers .

[@barryblaxland418]

Top man Joe really enjoyed this

[@garethcain9927]

What a respectful and humble guy Big Joe is ! What surprised me most was his memory and recollection of people and events ! that's really something for someone who's taken as many big hits as he has for so many years. Hope his film gets made I'd certainly watch that!

[@alanross2790]

A real hard man , not a thought of being a bully.

[@ripvanwincle2258]

What a great guy.I'm not surprised he's got so many friends.I'd be his friend.Great interview.

[@GringoXavier]

That is the most enjoyable interview I’ve ever watched. Didn’t want it to end.

[@metv6858]

This is one humble bloke...very likeable 👍🏻

[@rheazeus123]

What a humble man.. Sign of a true champ. Another great guest James.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks terry 👍🏼

[@allangreenley9901]

Must be the best interview I've ever heard big Joe Egan a genuine humble guy could listen to joe all day long ,tells a fabulous story.

[@jamescregan2052]

I boxed in the same tournament as Joe along time ago (1987 or 1988) in a place called rylane in cork in the south of Ireland ,and I can tell ya he was one big man..I was only 16 at the time and I was fighting a 3 times Irish champion and Joe was fighting a former kickboxer world champion who were both from the home town we were in that night and the place was packed to the raffters..I remember him telling me in the changing room before the fight to relax and be proud to be fighting on a night that you can always say that you did and will always remember...well we both had two great fights that night and Joe was right I am proud and happy to have fought in the same unbelievable tournament on the same night as he did..He is a great fighter and a great guy. 🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊

[@264144253]

Did you win? How did the fights go?

[@jonertime9249]

No u didn't.

[@jamescregan2052]

@@264144253 ..TO be HONEST we both lost ...but I was only a novice and I fought the great Seanne barrett ,and Joe fought a local lad called EAGAN..a f,WORLD kickboxing champion, great night and great memories..🥊🥊🥊

[@jonertime9249]

@@jamescregan2052 ok mate u did.. we all believe u.. 83 born

[@264144253]

James Cregan nice one! All the best.

[@bobbymeek9538]

Seems like a real nice genuine guy.Would happily listen to his stories for hours

[@richiehall4832]

Ive know Joe for years and been on holiday with him in Tenerife with our good mate Nobby, Joe is the real deal a gentleman with a heart of gold, but believe me he mixed it with the best

[@kiely4561]

Joe speaks so eloquently, a really good story teller

[@MrSuzykhan]

What a good man , even though he looks rough he seems so approachable

[@deemulcahy6553]

What a fantastic interview! Joe you are an amazing humble person, loved this!! Your story is captivating and so interesting. And your full of diamonds, made me laugh so much! So much love and respect 💯❤👍👊

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks dee 💚❤️

[@user-pe3mw2pj2m]

Had the pleasure driving for Joe and loved many of his stories on journeys around the country. Never met a more humble kind generous man.a true gentleman a friend and a legend.

[@kimobush2287]

Just shows the importance of having a good dad ❤

[@crazydayzz]

How can 19 people dislike this, must be very sad people

[@torquemada3273]

....anti Irish racist bigots probably but who gives a friar tuck about them arseholes !!!!!!😉

[@paulb9106]

Big joes had sum life scary man in his day but no bully !! RESPECT !! Watched all his different interviews !!

[@aegontargaryen9322]

Joe is such a gentleman , so softly spoken . You would never guess by just listening to him what a unit he is

[@hunskelper1929]

The best one yet, what a genuine humble guy.

[@bloodyliar]

I never thought I'd come to the conclusion that Michael Flatley was the bravest man in Ireland

[@32cityman]

Haha belter

[@justinwalsh3414]

Ye owl micheal flattly very good fighter😁&dancer,so with rythem &pious ,I think helps a boxer .

[@edwardthompson3213]

You can say that again😭😭😭

[@firstclasspvc1097]

😂😂

[@G-Man78]

"A quitter never wins and a winner never quits" 🙌🏿

[@JamesEnglish]

🙌🏼

[@LiamGalvinFilm]

Joe is a fantastic guy - genuine down to earth & one of the best. Great interview - thanks for the mention.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@kyeice]

this was a real joy to watch,what a genuine man joe seems.keep them coming james.

[@paulsayers6876]

Big Jo what a great man if only half the boxers was like him it would be the best sport on the planet -James great interview top man 👍👍

[@JamesEnglish]

Paul Sayers thanks Paul 👍🏼

[@MrWeAllAreOne]

He is wrong about Ali though. Ali was a racist bigot.

[@michaelkeogh2418]

Big Irish gentleman, fantastic best of luck in everything you do Joe,hard as granet 👊👊👊👊👍😎

[@marklee9650]

What a great guy Joe is, he has had an amazing life and listening to his story was a great start to the day. Top work as always James.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks mark

[@OLDSKOOLSTYLEE]

Always watching the new interviews.... great job James.

[@kaisergeorge1000]

What absolute gentleman I’ve watched all your shows but this one by far the best yet

[@garethrevell5873]

James phenomenal podcast. Loved every bloody second of it. Keep up your outstanding work. Love it

[@brithesaw]

I've watched loads of your videos, and never once commented. Joe is a true gentleman I wish him every success. All the best James you're doing great work. Cheers

[@seaneenwalsh1058]

What a great irish man

[@stevenhenry8374]

James..that was pure magic to watch....what an amazing story Big Joe has. Every moment was a joy ...Easy to see why everyone loves Joe...a kind courteous and humble man. ...who just happens to be hard as nails too. I was totally engrossed from beginning to end. James,you excelled yourself here. Well done.

[@runswithwindz9875]

Listen to this man and you will understand why boxing is such a great sport full of many great people.

[@pmann4989]

Real hard men like joe are humble and praise others and not themselves true hard core man gentle to others kind to others but not a man to take on

[@carolinedaly9415]

Yes

[@rickywanless2239]

What an amazing, humble, genuine and just likeable guy. Great interview. Got a feeling i will be watching this more than once

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@stephencotterell-eb6rj]

000😢😢bună bună 8.30

[@rickywanless2239]

@@stephencotterell-eb6rj what??

[@youtubebram4393]

I love hearing stories off the old school, like this, and you can tell just from how he looks, he's a proper tough un. But what a gentleman, like he says boxing teaches u discipline and RESPECT! That's why I'm glad I and my bros were sent and thats why i took my sons and nephews from young. It's one of the greatest sports in the world. Great interview

[@MartyParty5689]

Man amongst men this fella. Best podcast you've done and may be likely to do for a long time. Joe Egan is an absolute gentleman. Brilliant James.

[@CrazyMonkey679]

Great interview really enjoyed it 👍🏼 what an absolute gent big joe is, respect to the pair of yous from Dublin 🇮🇪

[@alliewelsh7452]

Really enjoyed this one James, thanks

[@yvonneanderson7032]

Loving his quotes , what a gracious humble soul ❤ the most interesting interview I've ever come across , taught me a few things watching this , so inspirational, well done James 👌👍❤

[@Kingtrollface259]

Spotted him in a few movies ,good luck to him ,genuine people are rare no a days

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@nickharmer3049]

That was excellent James. So glad you've got a great back catalogue to go through. I know of Joe, through Mike Tyson speaking of him on his podcast. What a terrific interview. Not the the hardest man to get a word out of.! a really lovely humble bloke with an amazing story. Props to you for getting the best from him. Bless up bro 👊

[@motivator569]

Great interview as usual James.. What a tough rugged gentleman, old school morals, dying breeds unfortunately.. Reminds me of my late father. Keep up the good work mate! 😊

[@ash5458]

I’m 2:45 in and I’m liking this guy. Seems like a respectful genuine fella.

[@ash5458]

Great watch. Il be going back watching some of big joes fights. Respect to you both. Subbed.

[@jbravo0173]

There’s a man that oozes class from every pore! One of the best podcasts to date. Fantastic. Don’t mistake kindness for weakness with that big fella. Would drop you like a bad habit 💪.Top class

[@leedave9314]

Jbravo 01 indeed he does, head like a pit bull, be silly to chance your luck with him now

[@a70phoneaccount49]

Excellent viewing. As we say in Ireland, some man for one man.

[@oliviaharding801]

Lovely man could listen to him all day x

[@knobby3219]

What an amazing articulate, respectfully genuine gentleman, I could listen for hours to you both. Brilliant advert for boxing, a fascinating true account of real men in every sence of the meaning.

[@stephencavanagh7504]

Great interview, such a well spoken big guy, speeks well about people n doe's not forget good things in life, really enjoyed that, 😉💚🍀🇮🇪

[@michellechilton3345]

I used to drink in "The Dubliner" in Brum centre when he worked there with Paddy Finn. Had many a great convo with him about Tyson, he's a lovely guy.

[@whatayear]

Drank in there many times didn't know he worked there, knew Paddy had the bar.

[@michellechilton3345]

@@whatayear Yeah...in early 90's, then he went to the yenton in Erdington

[@ThruDark1]

Michelle Chilton he went the lyndhurst not the Yenton x

[@michellechilton3345]

@@ThruDark1 you're right! I dunno where I got the Yenton from lol...I've never been in there 😂

[@i_know_youre_right_but]

@@michellechilton3345 I’ve always felt extremely sorry for people who are from Erdington. What an awful, awful area.

[@chrisbennett6260]

What an amazing interview so blessed and prvellged to have come across this.Diamond character so absorbing and thought provoking.what a special treat.thank yoy

[@tomfarish9462]

I've watched and listened to so many podcasts now I've lost count. Most of James's and a lot of other people's but this is by far my favourite. Infact Joe is my new favourite person, could listen to him all day. Good work james keep it up 💙

[@paulc5045]

Great interview. Joe is such an articulate speaker. Met him a few times and he goes out of his way to speak to people. Great to see hes doing well. He deserves everything he gets. Cant think of anyone more intimidating looking to play a hard man role. Great interview James.

[@ronsmith8800]

What a nice eloquent seasoned man with no ums and errs

[@yatsey7454]

Big Joe is an absolute gentleman, met him many times, such a lovely fella. Kids these days should listen to his story such an inspiration. Brilliant stuff James.

[@peterlund6495]

Fantastic interview James, what a character you could spend a whole year listening to Big Joe's Crac.

[@mikeyoung1051]

Only found this site a few days ago, subscribed and think one of the best on KZbin. Why... Absolute fantastic and genuine guests, James lets them tell their real life stories. Big Joe Egan, what a sound man, hard as fucking nails but with a heart of Gold.

[@paulreed912]

What an absolute gentleman, humble, respectful great Bloke.

[@gazellis1961]

Super interview James dont normally comment yet Joe comes across as a total genuine guy.Really enjoyed this interview brilliant.As I say I watch 99% of your interviews somehow missed this one ..glad I found it. Stay safe

[@utopiandreamer5288]

What a guy!! I like this guy. Genuine. I can see through bs, but this man is decent 🍀

[@chrisbennett6260]

100 percent

[@Elbowspurs]

Outstanding!!!!! Two gentlemen having an awesome conversation 👍👌👌 that was compelling viewing! Another blinder from James!👍👍

[@JamesEnglish]

Thank you 👍🏼

[@jel5034]

I'm going through your catalogue James as a new subscriber, this interview is by far and away the best so far. I got a bit emotional listening to big Joe remembering advice from his Dad and his complete humble attitude.

[@eddkapa6507]

He's awesome in all respects

[@adriantowe278]

This man is a man's man and a gentleman and humble good luck joe

[@tonymontanner]

Great interview. What a humble guy. Could listen to joes life story's all day ✊🏼

[@Riazanitoni]

Really enjoyed this one,what a humble likeable guy,you can see why these legendary boxers respect and do anything for him.

[@johnross7679]

met big joe 12 years ago and class him as a great friend now,, hes humble smart and amazing character and gets on with anyone,, he always makes people smile and laugh in any room what a great trate in life,, may god be with you...........+..............

[@haydndavies2248]

What a great honest man, really inspirational. Thank you for getting him on James.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@DaveGreeneramblingcarpenter]

What a great way to start my day, listening to Joe, who's gratitude and humility is inspiring, ah, I will try to be grateful, up on a very cold roof today 🙃 thanks Joe,

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@joesoap393]

Amazing interview, big Joe is a gentleman. Loved the way James just let Joe tell his story.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks joe 👍🏼

[@Typo385]

This is gold. Thank you both.

[@Abc-ue3ul]

What a honest and sincere individual, so happy I Watched this interview.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@edz619]

Not sure how long James has been doing this but I only discovered this channel about a month ago and I am so glad I did! James you are an awesome interviewer, and to top that you have some awesome names sat opposite you! keep up the good work, this here with Big Joe is one of the best I've watched so far. fantastic mate!

[@JamesEnglish]

Thank you I appreciate the support 👍🏼

[@skywalker9265]

Amazing interview! Thank you.

[@stephenwoodhouse7178]

Brilliant interesting guy. I am working my way through all these podcasts. Brilliant work James. Thank you.

[@seanbongs]

Joe is a gentleman, met him at a few boxing shows ,what you see is what you get with him

[@JamesEnglish]

Joe is a class act Paul 👍🏼

[@Charlx6]

Another great interview..I thoroughly enjoyed big Joe and his stories and also a good job by you mate as you let your guests answer your questions without cutting in.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks graham 👍🏼

[@mrbipolarmattyhoward6071]

one of the most polite humble hard fighting machines your ever meet Mike Tyson tells boxing world Joe Egan the hardest man he ever fought. another great story thank you James and Joe honest straight talking shows on youtube.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@davidramonemorrison2652]

God love you Joe you are a giant of a man in every sense of the word. You deserve the best

[@edwardthompson3213]

Amazing video .what a great episode this was. What a great guy and a brilliant story teller .I REALLY ENJOYED this one 👍👍👍👍👍

[@JohnSmith-gq1ln]

Really enjoyed. Thank you Joe and James

[@chris371]

Thanks for this James!

[@davidstanley50]

What a decent lovely man, actually brought a tear to my eye

[@davidkenny7481]

Great interview. Great story! Would make an enthralling movie!

[@BobMarley-gn1ho]

Another great guest on the show Big Joes a Gentleman can't wait to see the Movie.🥊🥊

[@farky350]

I've only just discovered Big Joe, intelligent, engaging & very humble impossible not to like this man .

[@kayakinggraham]

What a really nice genuine, gentleman Joe is, great video well done to you both:)

[@rossm685]

Big Joe the gentleman, well done getting him on James that was a good watch, two ways to take FEAR that was class 👍✌

[@AnthonyT2210]

You’ve done it again James... that’s was a brilliant conversation and joe seems like a true honest gentleman loved every minute of it 👌🏻🇮🇪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Brian 👍🏼

[@sitluxetluxfuit4481]

Brian boru and the union Jack don't mix. Idiot.

[@AnthonyT2210]

habitual ritual your a fucking knob man!

[@cummins110declanmaccarthy8]

He's a character with his heart in the right place. Credit to him!

[@stuartpurvis8723]

Finally got round to watching this one, what a guy. All the hard men have been humbled by the hardest of them all a true gentleman.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@slizzmusic1600]

You can tell this guy’s as genuine as they come

[@anthonyd975]

Made that comment half way through...that was your best....great stories.. got better and better

[@johnmcdonald100]

Thoroughly enjoyed listening to your interview with big Joe, what a thorough gentleman he is. Best of luck to him.👍

[@JamesEnglish]

Big joe is a great guy

[@jonwhite6144]

This man is what you can call a genuine kool geezer, I'm not surprised that all these other people at the top of there game have chosen to call this man a friend, best interview, in my opinion, you have done Mr James English, Fantastic