Taekwondo Life Magazine's Podcast

Taekwondo Life Magazine's Podcast

Taekwondo's #1 podcast, featuring interviews, news, training techniques, and information about Taekwondo from the pages of Taekwondo Life Magazine. We Celebrate Life Through Taekwondo, and here is the place to hear the best guests and get the most updated information on the art and sport of Taekwondo. From coverage of the Summer Olympics to the latest martial arts action film reviews, Taekwondo Life Magazine is always first on the scene with the most thorough coverage and enjoyable. Nominated as the "Best Podcast on Long Island" 2020, 2021, and 2022!Named the "#1 Taekwondo Podcast You Must Follow in 2021" by Feedspot.

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June 23, 2025 4 mins

Olympic history at the IOC: Thomas Bach passes presidency to Kirsty Coventry

On Olympic Day, which takes place on 23 June each year to commemorate the founding of the modern Olympic Games in 1894 based on the initiative by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, Bach symbolically passed the key for Olympic House from one Olympic champion to another in a moment of historical significance. Coventry, a double Olympic champion in swimming ...

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CHARLOTTE, NC – USA Taekwondo is proud to announce that its CEO, Steve McNally, has been elected as Vice President of the Pan American Taekwondo Union (PATU), the continental governing body recognized by World Taekwondo.

McNally’s election to the PATU Executive Council as Vice President marks a significant milestone for the United States, and he brings more than a decade of experience in national governance, international relations...

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IOC President-elect Kirsty Coventry has been speaking about her vision for The Olympic Movement, as she prepares to officially lead the organisation from June 23. Coventry is creating history by becoming the first female, and first African, to lead the International Olympic Committee. Coventry was elected the 10th President of the organisation at the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece in March, succeeding Thomas Bach who h...

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Happy Birthday Scott Adkins/Diablo Movie Review.  As Scott Adkins, the greta martial arts movie star turns forty-nine (49) years old we take time to honor him and to review his great new Martial Arts action film Diablo.   Diablo, starring Scott Adkins and Marko Zaror is a a must see martial arts movie and in theaters and on streaming services now.

SYNOPSIS:

After his release from prison, one man makes it his mission to right a terr...

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Ballerina- Hollywood Premiere Red Carpet Interviews.

Ballerina- Hollywood Premiere Red Carpet. Ana De Armas, Anjelica Huston, Norman Redus, and the great Keanu Reeves speak. Following premieres in cities around the world, the Hollywood Black carpet marked the final major stop in BALLERINA’s global tour, culminating in one last big moment with the full cast in attendance just ahead of the film’s June 6 theatrical release. Ana de Arm...

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Ballerina- Paris Movie Premiere Highlights.

The BALLERINA global press tour has officially concluded, following stops in London, Berlin, and Paris. The tour kicked off in London with Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves, followed by events in Paris and Berlin with cast and filmmakers.

The film's US premiere will be on June 3rd at iconic TLC Chinese Theater.

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Celebrity Interviews at the London premiere of the newest martial arts action film from the John Wick Universe, Ballerina.

Interviews with:

Ana DeArmas, Ian, McShane, Chad Stahelski, and Keanu Reeves.

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Master Marc Zirogiannis talks about three recent releases from Well Go USA.   These films are:  Hunt the Wicked from China, The Old Woman with the Knife from Korea, and 11 Rebels from Japan.

To read our complete reviews and find out more visit: http://www.tkdlifemagazine.com

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GTTF Honors its 2nd Anniversary with a Global Kick a Thon

May 4, 2025 (NYC, NY)– To honor its 2nd Anniversary the Global Traditional Taekwondo Federation will be holding a historic international Taekwondo Kick-a-thon on Friday May 16, 2025.  GTTF members throughout the world will participate in a marathon to register as many kicks as possible during an allotted sixteen (16) minute period.

The purpose of the Kick-a-thon is not only ...

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Tony Jaa Returns to Form in Striking Rescue.  In this surprisingly good release from Well Go Entertainment, Thailand's Tony Jaa stars in this Chinese martial arts, action film available digitally NOW and hitting Blu-Ray May 13, 2025.

NOTE: we have several copies of Striking Rescue to give away on Blu-Ray.  Clink this link to enter https://tkdlifemagazine.com/contact-us/ and use the Code "Striking Rescue Giveaway"

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March 13, 2025 7 mins

Breaking News: AB1333, California Self-Defense Legislation, is Officially Dead.

In Episodes 258 and 259 Master Marc Zirogiannis covered some controversial, proposed legislation from California that would, potentially, limit victims' rights.  Tonight, we learned that this California Legislation is killed due to the backlash to the impact of the bill.

Master Marc provides a quick update on the status of the bill and its future.

*This...

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The Accountant 2 SXSW Red Carpet- Director Gavin O' Connor

THE ACCOUNTANT 2 SXSW World Premiere Red Carpet PHOTO CREDIT: Todd Williamson for Amazon MGM Studios In attendance was Director Gavin O’Connor, star and producer Ben Affleck, stars Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson, Grant Harvey, Presley Anderson, Vincent Juskalian, Avery Taylor, producer Lynette Howell Taylor, and executive prod...

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The Accountant 2 SXSW Red Carpet- Jon Bernthal THE ACCOUNTANT 2 SXSW World Premiere Red Carpet PHOTO CREDIT: Todd Williamson for Amazon MGM Studios In attendance was Director Gavin O’Connor, star and producer Ben Affleck, stars Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson, Grant Harvey, Presley Anderson, Vincent Juskalian, Avery Taylor, producer Lynette Howell Taylor, and executive producers Dani B...

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THE ACCOUNTANT 2 SXSW World Premiere Red Carpet PHOTO CREDIT: Todd Williamson for Amazon MGM Studios In attendance was Director Gavin O’Connor, star and producer Ben Affleck, stars Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson, Grant Harvey, Presley Anderson, Vincent Juskalian, Avery Taylor, producer Lynette Howell Taylor, and executive producers Dani Bernfeld, Allison Winter, and Matt Damon.

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Master Marc Zirogiannis interviews Legislative Director of the California Rifle And Pistol Association, Rick Travis, on the impact and status of AB 1333.

AB 1333 was the subject of last week's very popular show with this description, "Last week, Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur introduced AB 1333 to update the state’s self-defense laws. The legislation explicitly clarifies that Californians must avoid resorting to fatal actions...

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Last week, Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur introduced AB 1333 to update the state’s self-defense laws. The legislation explicitly clarifies that Californians must avoid resorting to fatal actions when they have the opportunity to de-escalate or disengage from a conflict outside their homes, with the aim of preventing violent confrontations.

Master Marc Zirogiannis takes a Quick Look at both side of the issue.  Is this a sensible pi...

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February 10, 2025 6 mins

Master Marc Zirogiannis provides a 100 Yards Review and BluRay Giveaway.  100 Yards was named as one of the Top 10 Martial Arts films from China.  It was released late in 2024 by Well Go USA.

This episode is presented by Bet Online

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January 29, 2025 4 mins

Usman Nurmagomedov Retains Bellator Lightweight World Title in Epic Main Event Bout Against Paul Hughes.

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (January 25, 2025) - Usman Nurmagomedov versus Paul Hughes delivered on all the hype and anticipation surrounding the World Title Fight since it was announced. The main event of PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series saw a 25-minute battle between the prides of Dagestan and Ireland, with Nurm...
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January 10, 2025 9 mins

Master Marc Zirogiannis discusses Emergency Preparedness in the Dojang.

How prepared is your Dojang for a student accident?   A parental Heart Attack?  An allergic reaction, fire, flood, or any emergency?  These are the questions explored in this episode.

If you are seeking training and information please visit the Red Cross's website for more information.

*This episode is presented by Bet Online

Image credit www.directline.com

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December 22, 2024 7 mins

Master Marc Zirogiannis presents the 2024 Taekwondo Wrap Up Show.

*Presented by Bet Online.   Mention BLEAV for your Welcome Bonus

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