Bob Costas: Muhammad Ali was no saint, but he was a hell of a man

World-class broadcaster Bob Costas beautifully recounts the juxtaposition of Muhammad Ali standing boldly as the final torch bearer at the opening ceremony of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. Costas himself chokes up when describing Ali’s decency surrounding his decision to refrain from entering the military draft due to religious beliefs and an ethical opposition to the Vietnam War. #MuhammadAli #Olympics #Vietnam Become a member to watch full episodes and get exclusive access to content: https://bit.ly/3q4TjAb Subscribe to watch the latest interviews: http://bit.ly/1R1Fd6w Episode debuted nationwide in 2022. For episode guide and nationwide television listings, visit www.grahambensinger.com Connect with Graham: Facebook:   / grahambensinger   Twitter:   / grahambensinger   Instagram:   / grahambensinger  

O.J. Simpson to Bob Costas during prison visit: You did it!
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O.J. Simpson to Bob Costas during prison visit: You did it!

Bob Costas: Howard Cosell resented Al Michaels and me
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Bob Costas: Howard Cosell resented Al Michaels and me

Muhammad Ali on Boxers Going Broke | Carson Tonight Show
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Muhammad Ali on Boxers Going Broke | Carson Tonight Show

There's no contesting Michael Jordan is the greatest ever - Bob Costas | SC with SVP
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There's no contesting Michael Jordan is the greatest ever - Bob Costas | SC with SVP

Muhammad Ali Gives His Stance On The Vietnam War | The Dick Cavett Show
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Muhammad Ali Gives His Stance On The Vietnam War | The Dick Cavett Show

George Foreman: "I Was Trying To Kill Muhhamad Ali" | I AM ATHLETE Clip
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George Foreman: "I Was Trying To Kill Muhhamad Ali" | I AM ATHLETE Clip

Bob Costas: Handed envelope of cash at dad’s funeral
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Bob Costas: Handed envelope of cash at dad’s funeral

How Did Dick Ebersol Keep Muhammad Ali Lighting The Olympic Torch A Secret? | 07/20/21
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How Did Dick Ebersol Keep Muhammad Ali Lighting The Olympic Torch A Secret? | 07/20/21

1963: George Chuvalo interrupts Muhammad Ali's press conference
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1963: George Chuvalo interrupts Muhammad Ali's press conference

George Foreman Details His Amazing Friendship w/ Muhammad Ali | Access Hollywood
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George Foreman Details His Amazing Friendship w/ Muhammad Ali | Access Hollywood

Muhammad Ali Funeral | Billy Crystal Imitates Ali
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Muhammad Ali Funeral | Billy Crystal Imitates Ali

Bob Costas: Rejecting $20M/year and Today Show offers
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Bob Costas: Rejecting $20M/year and Today Show offers

Muhammed Ali on Getting His Jaw Broken By Ken Norton | Carson Tonight Show
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Muhammed Ali on Getting His Jaw Broken By Ken Norton | Carson Tonight Show

Bob Costas: Mark McGwire’s steroids admission omission
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Bob Costas: Mark McGwire’s steroids admission omission

Muhammad Ali Called Billy Crystal His “Little Brother” | Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
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Muhammad Ali Called Billy Crystal His “Little Brother” | Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend

Don Mischer on Directing Muhammad Ali’s Unforgettable Olympics Torch Ceremony | The Rich Eisen Show
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Don Mischer on Directing Muhammad Ali’s Unforgettable Olympics Torch Ceremony | The Rich Eisen Show

Candid Camera Classic: Ali Meets the Kids
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Candid Camera Classic: Ali Meets the Kids

Billy Crystal's PERFECT Muhammad Ali Tribute Brings the House Down
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Billy Crystal's PERFECT Muhammad Ali Tribute Brings the House Down

Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton Weigh-in Before Their Fight at the Forum | Carson Tonight Show
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Muhammad Ali and Ken Norton Weigh-in Before Their Fight at the Forum | Carson Tonight Show

The Night Muhammad Ali Broke All The Rules
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The Night Muhammad Ali Broke All The Rules