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I Am Very Angry at the Taekwondo Community.   Master Marc Zirogiannis talks about the reaction of Taekwondo Masters and Grandmasters on the Right and Left in light of the Charlie Kirk Murder.   Photo Credit:   Gage Skidmore- Charlie Kirk speaking with attendees at the Clemson University tour stop of the 2021 Turning Point USA college tour at Memorial Auditorium at Tillman Hall in Clemson, South Ca...

Does Anyone Understand The 2025 Kukkiwon Presidential Elections?  The Kukkiwon Elections are scheduled to take place in less than two weeks and there is almost no published information about the candidates and their views.   Who is running?  Was are there plans to succeed one of the one most consequential President's, Dong Sup Lee?   Master Marc Zirogiannis, Internationally Certified Kukkiwon Mast...

The International Military Sports Council proudly announces that the 8th CISM Military World Summer Games 2027 will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina. This landmark decision, made by the CISM Board of Directors on Saturday, March 29th, marks the highly anticipated return of the Military World Summer Games after an eight-year hiatus since Wuhan, China hosted the Games in It also represents an...

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 Oly...

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...

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...

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...

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 Ju...

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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...

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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

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 pur...

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 "St...

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 stat...

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 Howe...

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, a...

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 W...

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 m...

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 o...

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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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...

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...

Master Marc Zirogiannis presents the 2024 Taekwondo Wrap Up Show. *Presented by Bet Online .   Mention BLEAV for your Welcome Bonus Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Masters Marc Zirogiannis unveils the Top 10 Martial Arts Films of 2024.  You can read the entire article, with links to our reviews, at Taekwondo Life Magazine's website. Check out our new Merchandise Store: https://taekwondolifemagazine-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all Use the Promo Code for a 10% discount: Patreon24 *This Episode is presented by Bet Online Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

Day 5 Recap of the 2024 World Poomsae Championship- Hong Kong Check out our new Merchandise Store: https://taekwondolifemagazine-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all Use the Promo Code for a 10% discount: Patreon24 *This Episode is presented by Bet Online Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.