On July 25, 2023 Team USA's 18 year old Sensation, Ana Zolotic made history as the first US Women's Taekwondo athlete to earn a Gold Medal since Taekwondo became a recognized Medal Sport. Here is a re-broadcast of our episode from 2019 as she was beginning her training in the USA National Center of Excellence, on her way to a future Olympic career. Congratulations to Ana and all of Team USA!Anastasija Zolotic is a rising star in the competitive Taekwondo landscape. She is one of the exciting young stars of the USA Taekwondo program. While her future is bright, and her career is just beginning, she has already amassed an impressive record. At just 17 years old she has already had a Gold medal winning performance at the Pan Am games. Her medal winning performance at her very first Senior Grand Prix made her the youngest Taekwondo athlete in the world to win a medal at a Grand Prix. Ana talks with Marc Zirogiannis about her love of Taekwondo and about USA Taekwondo's "National Center of Excellence" in Colorado Springs, where she will be training full time with Coach Gareth Brown. Coach Brown, together with Coach Paul Green, recently moved to the U.S to coach the her, and the rest of the USA team. Ana is on the fast track to make the 2020 US Olympic Taekwondo team.presented by Bet OnlineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach speaks with Taekwondo Life Magazine's, Marc Zirogiannis, about the current state of readiness for the Olympics, the spectator decision, the arrival of first Olympic athletes in Tokyo, and more. President Bach has visited the International Broadcast Centre (IBC) at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, to see how the Olympic Games will use cutting-edge technology to bring the action to viewers across the globe. With ten days to go until the Tokyo 2020 Opening Ceremony, President Bach viewed the unprecedented operation, which will broadcast double the coverage of the Olympic Games Rio 2016 across TV and digital and uses technology that enables ‘virtual’ support in stadiums to cheer on the athletes.*Presented by BET OnlineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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After weeks of discussion and deliberation the five (5) major parties involved in planning the 2020 Summer Olympic games came to the decision that No Spectators would be allowed as cases of COVID-19 rise in Japan and vaccination rates remain very low (5%). The International Olympic Committee (IOC), The International Paralympic Committee (IPC), The Tokyo Organizing Committee (TOC), The Tokyo Municipal Government (TMG), and The Government of Japan (GOJ), have unanimously decided to ban spectators from the games and to lock down the city.Marc Zirogiannis, Taekwondo Life Magazine's Editor in Chief and host, discusses the implications of this decision on Japan, the Games, and the athletes. He also discusses Thomas Bach's personal message to the athletes as well as the unique alternative and technological ways the IOC is looking to reach fans as the Games begin in less than three (3) weeks.* This episode is presented by BET Online.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tokyo Bans Olympic Spectators

On June 25, 2021 USA Taekwondo's Grand Prix East got under way in Greenville, South Carolina. This was the 3rd major post-Covid event hosted by USAT in order to allow Taekwondo athletes to return to competition in Poomsae and Sparring in preparation for the USAT Nationals.Marc Zirogiannis, Taekwondo Life Magazine's host and editor, attended the event as a Certified USA Taekwondo Nationally Certified Referee. On this episode Marc reflects on the event, its organization, and its execution.The Grand Prix events featured live competition of Taekwondo Kyorugi, poomsae, Sports Poomsae, Demo Teams, Board Breaking, and Freestyle Forms.Check out our magazine resources, or USA Taekwondo's website for a list of all upcoming events, competitions, and seminars.*Presented by Bet OnlinePrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

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Will Fans Be Allowed At The Tokyo Olympics? The answer to this question can be found in the Statement on Spectator Capacities at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 issued on 21 June, 2021. The statement was issued by the five parties, namely the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), the Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) and the Government of Japan (GoJ), in a meeting to discuss spectator limits for the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. Marc Zirogiannis breaks down the statement of the 5 agencies and discusses the implications for Olympic fans. Check out all of our Olympic videos on our You Tube Channel Playlist.* Free Bacon for a year? Sign up for a limited time at www.MoinkBox.com/BLEAV* This episode presented by Bet OnlinePrivacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.

Will There Be Fans At The Tokyo Games?

Taekwondo Life Magazine looks at the announcement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Refugee Team. Twenty-nine athletes competing across 12 sports and from 13 host National Olympic Committees (NOCs) will be part of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team (EOR) Tokyo 2020. The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) today approved the composition of the team.The athletes were selected from among the refugee athletes currently supported by the IOC through the Olympic Scholarships for Refugee Athletes programme. They will send a powerful message of solidarity and hope to the world this summer, bringing further awareness to the plight of over 80 million displaced people worldwide.Addressing the athletes, the IOC President said: “Congratulations to all of you. I speak on behalf of the entire Olympic Movement when I say that we cannot wait to meet you in person and to see you compete in Tokyo. When you, the IOC Refugee Olympic Team and the athletes from the National Olympic Committees from all over the globe, finally come together in Tokyo on 23 July, it will send a powerful message of solidarity, resilience and hope to the world. You are an integral part of our Olympic community, and we welcome you with open arms.”These include 3 players in the Sport of Taekwondo: Dina Pouryounes Langeroudi, Kimia Alizadeh, and Abdullah Sediqui.*Presented by Bet Online

Tokyo's 2020 Olympic Refugee Team Announced

Taekwondo Life Magazine has been covering every step of the Floyd Mayweather-Logan Paul Exhibition fight since it was announced last year. We brought to the attention of the world how Fanmio had postponed the fight, without a new date, and continued to take fan money. On Sunday June 6th the fight did happen and this episode provides a wrap up of the actual event. For those that are unaware, Showtime Sports stepped in and seems to have saved this event. On the eve of the fight Logan Paul stood 7 inches taller, 55 lbs heavier, and 18 years junior to Mayweather; Mayweather is the winningest fighter of all time. How did that play out in real time. Check out this episode for the truth on the event and what occurred. For the entire history of the event check out our prior videos in the series.*Be sure to check out our sponsor, Heavy Bag Pro, a great App to accompany and teach you to work the heavy bag.**Presented by Bet Online***Free Bacon for a Year? visit www.moinkbox.com/bleav

Mayweather-Logan Paul Fight Wrap Up

Marc Zirogiannis talks about the best seller book, Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, and Live Fearlessly, by Evy Poumpouras. The host and Editor of Taekwondo Life Magazine talks about the books three sections: Protection, Reading People, and Influence. Poumpouras has woven her autobiographical experiences as a US Secret Service Agent and famed polygrapher into an entertaining and practical book on learning practical skills for mental and physical self defense and how to maximize your communication with people in personal and professional settings. The book is an essential read for people in and out of the martial arts.*Presented by Bet Online

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With only two months left before the Opening Ceremonies of the Summer Games in Tokyo the infection rates in Tokyo are on the rise. Vaccination rates are low. There is confusion and panic over whether the games will happen, or if they should. Marc Zirogiannis, Taekwondo Life Magazine's Editor in Chief, presents some updates on this topic and a look at the IOC's position on whether the games will happen at all. For updates on this, and other Olympic information, as well as other events please visit: www.tkdlifemagazine.com*Presented by Bet Online

Tokyo In Lockdown Before Olympics

Master Valerie Loureda Update- Bellator 259. On Friday May 21, 2021 Taekwondo Master Valerie Loureda returned to the ring for Showtime's Bellator 259. Master Loureda faced Hannah Guy in her 3rd Bellator fight, which appeared on the Main Card for the first time. Although Master Loureda suffered her first defeat, the fight did go to the decision of the judges, and she did very well. Taekwondo Life Magazine's host, Marc Zirogiannis, discusses the fight and its implications for Master Loureda (3-1) in this post fight episode. Taekwondo Life Magazine has been following the career of Master Loureda since her foray into the world of Mixed Martial Arts. The episode also includes Loureda's complete pre-figtht Press Conference attended by Taekwondo Life.*presented by Bet Online

Master Valerie Loureda Update- Bellator 259

As the world emerges from the Global COVID-19 Pandemic, Taekwondo Life Magazine's Editor and host, Marc Zirogiannis, discusses the emergence of live Taekwondo events in the middle part of 2021. We look at some of the upcoming events, their sponsors, and caveats to look out for before traveling to out of state venues to compete in these tournaments. How has the tournament scene changed since before the Pandemic? What should you do to be ready? How will the 2020 (now 2021) Tokyo Olympics be impacted? We discuss all of this and more. For more information of upcoming AAU Taekwondo and USA Taekwondo events check out Taekwondo Life Magazine's calendar of events.*This episode is presented by Bet Online

Taekwondo's Return to the Ring

A discussion of the overhaul of the USA Taekwondo Officiating program and a look at AAU Taekwondo's latest Referee appointment.From our April/May 20210 Issue-USA Taekwondo has completed its restructure of referee leadership following a comprehensive review and interview process, providing a strong platform moving forward for the recruitment, development and retention of current and future referees in the United States. Vastly experienced referee John Seiber has been named as the Referee Chairman for the two year 2021-2022 period, and is charged with making the program the most respected in the world and delivering the best educated and most talented referees in any country, along with developing the next generation of referees and referee leadership.Marc Zirogiannis gives an overview of the USAT Taekwondo Officials program. He discusses changes in the structure and leadership. The episode also explores the enhancements to the AAU Taekwondo Officials program with the appointment of Grandmaster Kenny Kuek to an important role.*Presented by Bet Online

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Kyosanim Jason Aptekar joins Marc Zirogiannis to discuss his commitment to service and its relationship to the principles of Taekwondo. Jason has embarked on a mission to raise funds for some worthy causes. Sunday May 2, 2021 is Jason's first Challenge of 2021 - a virtual Half Marathon for The Flying Pig Marathon of Cincinnati. Raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. This is just one of the challenges in Jason's Year of Challenge and Service in Tribute to the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 and the Ongoing Fight Against Cancer!!! Jason is asking you to Donate, contact FIVE friends, and ask each to donate and tell another five friends.We are a community stronger together!Links below!Jason's Team-IN-Training 'WHY' (lls.org)https://pages.lls.org/tnt/nyc/flypig2...​*Presented by Bet Online and Kaenon Sunglasses

Kyosanim Aptekar is Running For Your Life

From Taekwondo Life Magazine's Review: The Paper Tigers is a winner! When I heard that the film's Writer and Director, Quoc Boa Tran, opted to take The PaperTigers off the Hollywood studio track and produce this martial arts movie project using the Crowd-Funding route I became very curious. Before seeing the film I had very low expectations for it. I presumed that while the story was interesting, that the film would play out as a low budget, well intentioned, poorly executed project.  Nothing could be further from the truth. This film is a testament to the creative vision of its creator and the clear "buy in" of the cast and crew. This is one of the best films I have seen in years.The Paper Tigers will be in theaters and on VOD May 7, 2021. I highly recommend it. This movie will make you feel good and warm your heart. I look forward to seeing it again!The Paper Tigers is a Winner! *Presented by BetOnline

The Paper Tigers is a Winner (Movie Review)

Is It Time For A Class Action Against Mayweather and Fanmio? Months after the heavily marketed Floyd Mayweather- Logan Paul exhibition fight was postponed there is still no meaningful information about the new date. There has been no official announcement about the state of this event. Where is all the money collected from the fans that paid for this phantom event? Perhaps $29,000,000 collected to date? You can check out all our prior videos on this matter on this channel. Hear host and 3rd Dan, Marc Zirogiannis, talk about the best course of action for addressing this disaster. Should fans sue? Is this a criminal matter? Why won't Mayweather respond to our inquiries? We are a proud member of the Bleav Sports and Podcast Network.*Presented by BetOnline and Kaenon. To save 15% off your first pair of Kaenon glasses use the code: KAENONCAST15

Is It Time For A Class Action Against Mayweather and Fanmio?

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