Best Tae Kwon Do Podcasts (2024)

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Olympic Order awarded to French President Emmanuel Macron 8:18

13h ago8:18

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Olympic Order awarded to French President Emmanuel Macron. This is from the IOC’s Official Statement. We are a member of the Official Olympic Press Corp. The President of France Emmanuel Macron was presented with the Olympic Order on Wednesday 28 August by International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach, at an official ceremony held at …

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Empathy and Adaptability in a Life of Constant Change 54:44

2d ago54:44

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! How do you redefine your identity through life's relentless changes? Join us on Transacting Value as we sit down with the remarkable Toni Hedstrom, managing editor of Firewatch Magazine, to uncover her journey from a military child to a resilient veteran advocate. Toni's life story i…

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All You Need to Know about Para Taekwondo 7:19

5d ago7:19

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It’s Olympic Para-Taekwondo Week. After years of working hard and now weeks after the close of the Paris 2024 Games the wait is finally over. The world will be watching this week as the world’s best Para-Taekwondo Athletes go for the Gold. Master Marc Zirogiannis breaks down the basics of ParaTaekwondo for the 2024 Paralympic Games. *Presented By B…

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#180 Surviving a Top Fight Team 53:13

6h ago53:13

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People train in martial arts for different reasons. But if you train at a high caliber long enough. Eventually, you will end up with top-tier training partners. But how do you survive when your colleagues are world champions? Join Rick Meltzler as he shares his training stories with legends like Chuck Liddell and Glover Teixeira.…

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#179 Competing Internationally with Team USA 33:48

7d ago33:48

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Discover the World Martial Arts Tournament, a global event held every 2 years featuring diverse divisions from Jiu-Jitsu to Kickboxing to Karate. Join John Henderson Jr. and learn how you can compete in this prestigious tournament, regardless of your martial arts style. For more information check out the Team USA Website at https://www.usmat.org/…

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Transformative Journeys from Rigidity to Mindful Living 51:12

10d ago51:12

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Have you ever felt confined to a life path that wasn’t truly yours? Listen in as we chat with Jessa Frances, who pivoted from a regimented Air Force career to a fulfilling journey of self-discovery through mindfulness and writing. Jessa opens up about the pressure of societal and fam…

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Transforming Adversity into Empathetic Leadership 49:27

20d ago49:27

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Ever wondered how empathy can transform a military career? Join us on Transacting Value as we sit down with Jon Malek, host of the Headlines in History podcast, who opens up about his extraordinary journey from a middle-class upbringing in upstate New York to a distinguished career i…

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Olympic Taekwondo-Day 4 and The Chile v South Korea (M-80KG) Controversy 19:54

1d ago19:54

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Master Marc Zirogiannis talks Olympic Taekwondo-Day 4 and The Chile v South Korea (M-80KG) Controversy. Special thanks to US Coach, Andrew Park, for providing invaluable information for this episode. Any errors in explaining the facts are attributed to me, and not to him. All of our episodes can also be found on our You Tube Channel. *This episode …

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Olympic Taekwondo Recap- Days 2 and 3 13:49

3d ago13:49

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Master Marc Zirogiannis recaps some of the highlights of Day 2 and Day 3 of the Olympic Taekwondo matches. *This episode is presented by Bet Online. Use the promo code BLEAV for your first bet credit of up to $250By Bleav Podcast Network

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Mexico v. Tunisia (F-49kg) Breakdown 10:29

6d ago10:29

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Mexico v. Tunisia (F-49kg) Breakdown. Master Marc Zirogiannis provides a breakdown of the Preliminary match controversy in the F -49 Match between Mexico and Tunisia at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games as Taekwondo moves to the main stage. *This episode is presented by Betonline. Use the Promo Code BLEAV for your credit of up to $250…

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#178 How is Okinawan Karate Relevant? 1:01:18

15d ago1:01:18

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Is Okinawan Karate still relevant in today's fast-evolving martial arts scene? Join Martial Arts instructor Tom Bowers as he discusses why this ancient practice remains impactful amidst the changes.By Angelo Ferrer

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It’s Olympic Taekwondo Week 5:35

8d ago5:35

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It’s Olympic Taekwondo Week. It’s Olympic Taekwondo Week. After years of working hard and now weeks into the Paris 2024 Games the wait is finally over. The world will be watching this week as the world’s best Taekwondo Athletes go for the Gold. *This episode is presented by Bet Online. Use the promos code: BLEAV for your discount…

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The Transformative Power of Faith and Acceptance with Uncle Jimmy 43:18

8d ago43:18

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What if life's most challenging moments could become your greatest sources of strength and joy? Join us as we uncover the extraordinary journey of James Kuszkowski, affectionately known as Uncle Jimmy. From his service in the United States Air Force to his inspiring recovery from a m…

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Olympic Boxing Follow Up- She's Not a Man 9:02

10d ago9:02

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Olympic Boxing Follow Up- She's Not a Man. Master Marc Zirogiannis provides the latest stunning updates on the Olympic Boxing Gender Controversy. This is a follow up to Episode 233 where we discussed outrage over the possibility that Algerian's winning Olympic Boxing match over Italy was due to the entry of a Transgender athlete creating an unfair …

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Olympic Boxing Gender Controversy 12:16

11d ago12:16

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Master Marc Zirogiannis discusses the Olympic Boxing Gender Controversy, where an Algerian Transgender Boxer defeated a biological woman in a record 46 seconds at the Paris 2024 Olympics today. Imane Khelif, the boxer in middle of Olympics gender storm, forced a tearful first opponent to quit 46 seconds into her Olympic FIght at the Paris 2024 Olym…

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Where to Watch Taekwondo in the Olympics 7:33

12d ago7:33

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Master Marc Zirogiannis talks when and where to Watch Taekwondo in the Olympics in Paris 2024. From USA Taekwondo's Facebook page: WATCH LIVE AS TEAM USA TAEKWONDO ATHLETES FIGHT THEIR WAY TO THE TOP OF THE PODIUM AUGUST 8: FAITH DILLON - F-57KG AUGUST 9: CJ NICKOLAS - M-80KG KRISTINA TEACHOUT - F-67KG AUGUST 10: JONATHAN HEALY - M+80KG CLICK HERE …

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Special Team Trial For New Poomsae Divisions 11:29

13d ago11:29

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Special Team Trial For New Poomsae Divisions. With the announced new recognized pairs and teams divisions being contested at the upcoming 2024 World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships in Hong Kong from November 30 - December 3, USA Taekwondo will hold a special Team Trials event at the 2024 U.S. Final Taekwondo Championships in Tulsa, Oklahoma Septemb…

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Olympics Crowd Boos Convicted Child Predator 3:04

15d ago3:04

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Olympics Crowd Boos Convicted Child Predator. Steven Van de Velde, the Dutch beach volleyball player who was convicted in 2016 of having illegal relations with a 12-year-old girl in England, made his controversial Olympic debut Sunday against Italy, on the sand at the Eiffel Tower Stadium. *This Episode is presented by Bet Online By Maarten van Has…

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Transforming Business Success through Employee Happiness 45:29

18d ago45:29

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What truly drives workplace happiness? Discover the profound impact of personal values on business success with Valerie Alexander, a celebrated author and speaker. Valerie, with her rich tapestry of experiences—from Silicon Valley law to caregiving for her mother—offers invaluable in…

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Paris Organizers Apologize For Disrespect with ‘Last Supper’ 4:38

30d ago4:38

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Paris Organizers Apologize For Disrespect with ‘Last Supper’. Paris Olympics organizers apologized to anyone who was offended by their rendering of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” during the glamorous opening ceremony, but defended the concept behind it Sunday. *This episode is brought to you by Bet Online @BetOnlineag_ag @Bleav @bleav3116 T …

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South Korea Wrongly Introduced at 2024 Paris Olympics 2:23

1M ago2:23

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South Korea was wrongly introduced as North Korea at the Opening ceremonies of the the 2024 Paris Olympic Games last night. Olympic organizers have been forced to issue a "deep apology" after South Korea's athletes were mistakenly introduced as North Korea at the opening ceremony in Paris last night. *This episode is presented by Bet Online. Use th…

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Winter Olympic 2034 Awarded to Salt Lake City Utah 3:06

29d ago3:06

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Winter Olympic 2034 Awarded to Salt Lake City Utah. Salt Lake City-Utah will host the XXVII Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games 2034 . This decision was taken by the IOC Members today during the 142nd IOC Session Paris. The Salt Lake City-Utah 2034 delegation was led by the Governor of Utah, Spencer Cox, the Mayor of Salt Lake City, Erin Mendenhall…

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Olympic athletes call for peace from the Olympic Village 4:58

21d ago4:58

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Today, hundreds of Olympic athletes representing the athletes of the territories of all the 206 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Refugee Olympic Team made a powerful call for peace. Four days before the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games, they gathered in a solemn moment in the Olympic Village. Wea…

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#177 Psychopaths Ego and Martial Arts 38:04

21d ago38:04

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Martial Arts is supposed to calm the mind and dwindle the Ego. But what if the opposite is true? Join Kajukenbo Black Belt Ron Estellar and Boxing Coach Mickey Lopez as they discuss how they keep their students and themselves safe from the very thing we train to protect ourselves from.By Angelo Ferrer

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IOC President Thomas Bach opening remarks ahead of Executive Board meeting in Paris 7:32

22d ago7:32

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IOC President Thomas Bach opening remarks ahead of Executive Board meeting in Paris. Publication Date 20th July 2024 Location Paris, France Games Edition Paris 2024 Copyright © 2024 - International Olympic Committee - All Rights Reserved.By Bleav Podcast Network

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Balancing Stress and Family in a Police Officer's World 57:40

1M ago57:40

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Discover the intricate balance of personal values in a law enforcement household with Chris and Lynn Potts. Chris, a sheriff's deputy and field training officer, shares his journey from Mobile, Alabama, to his current role in Florida, where he navigates the complexities of his high-s…

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#176 Sport Karate for MMA? 53:37

22d ago53:37

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Sport Karate is constantly being attacked online for being useless in a fight. But at the same time, many martial artists argue that sports karate can be adapted for MMA. Join MMA Coach Bobby Seronio Jr. as he breaks down if and how SportsKarate can be used in the cage.By Angelo Ferrer

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KSDI Announcement Kajukenbo MMA 53:48

1M ago53:48

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Get ready to witness the unveiling of Kajukenbo MMA at the upcoming KSDI Seminar and Tournament in Las Vegas, Nevada, where UFC Coach John Hackleman will attend and host. Join leaders Glen Fraticelli, Mitch Powell, and Kimo Emperado as they share their excitement about this new branch of Kajukenbo. The event will feature divisions on July 19th and …

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#175 Is BJJ Becoming Tae Kwon Do? 40:47

22d ago40:47

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BJJ is indisputably one of the fastest-growing martial arts. But is BJJ becoming mainstream following the same Olympic Sports path as Tae Kwon Do? Would this be a good thing or a bad thing? Join BJJ Black Belt Kau’ilani Morehead to talk about this and more.By Angelo Ferrer

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The Art of Communication and Self-Insight with a Psychologist 52:57

2M ago52:57

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! What does it mean to truly understand yourself and others? In this enriching episode of Transacting Value, we reconnect with licensed psychologist Andi Liti. His journey from Albania to the United States, his service in the Marine Corps, and his professional development in psychology…

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#174 Don't Compete Over 40 56:14

2M ago56:14

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From the Jiu-Jitsu Masters Divisions to the Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones showdown, it seems everyone is relentlessly chasing that dragon. But should you continue competing over 40 into your Golden Years? Join BJJ Black Belt Claude Lawson and MMA Coach Angelo Ferrer as they unequivocally share their thoughts.…

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Tracy Inscore Redefines Success Beyond the Daily Hustle 49:10

1M ago49:10

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Ever felt like you're spinning your wheels, getting nowhere despite the long hours and hard work? It's a tale as old as time, and one that Tracy Inscore and I are no strangers to. Our latest episode is a deep dive into the world of burnout and the quest for emotional freedom, a topic…

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#173 Training for the UFC with Luke Cummo "Master Lukey" 52:02

2M ago52:02

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Preparing to fight in the UFC is one of the greatest challenges a martial artist can face in his career. Join Luke Cummo (Master Lukey) as he shares how he went from a tow truck driver to a finalist in season 2 of The Ultimate Fighter.By Angelo Ferrer

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Honoring Heroes and Building Communities through Gaming 59:11

2M ago59:11

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Ever wondered how the skills you develop in role-playing games can translate into real-life decision-making and character development? This episode features Paraic Mulgrew, co-owner of Knight Watch Games in San Antonio, who shares his incredible journey from military service to runni…

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#172 The Problem with Krav Maga 52:03

2M ago52:03

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Krav Maga was made famous by the Israel Defense Forces and is taught worldwide. It is also one of the most hated martial arts on the internet. But why is that? Join BJJ Coach and Krav Maga instructor Frass Azzab as he goes over the issues that Krav Maga and many other martial arts styles face.By Angelo Ferrer

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One Week Until USAT Nationals 2024 2:32

2M ago2:32

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One Week Until USAT Nationals 2024 in Fort Worth Texas. *This episode is presented by Bet Online. Use the promo Code BLEAV for your 50% Welcome BonusBy Bleav Podcast Network

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The Symphony of Life's Values in the Key of Jenny Lynn Stewart 46:27

2M ago46:27

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Have you ever felt the powerful embrace of a song, tugging at the very threads of your personal values and life experiences? That's the journey songstress Jenny Lynn Stewart invites us to embark on as she shares her year of triumphs and transitions at the Tarrytown Theater. With her,…

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Taekwondo Hero Family Saves A Victim 8:43

2M ago8:43

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Master Marc Zirogiannis discusses how a Texas Taekwondo Family heroically saved a rape victim this week and held the perpetrator until the police came to arrest him. The A Family, owners of Yong-In Taekwondo in Katy, Texas intervened to foil a rape in progress this week. They risked their lives and health to rescue a young woman in peril. The perpe…

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The Future of TRUE REFEREES 9:45

2M ago9:45

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A follow up to our Tribute to the late, Master Vincent Lo. Master Marc Zirogiannis explores the future of TRUE REFEREES.ORG. Taekwondo Referees United for Excellence is a Referee advocacy group and union forged to advocate for the rights of Taekwondo Referees. While the relationship between the Referee Community and the Organizing committees for th…

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#171 Evolving Kajukenbo in France 37:32

3M ago37:32

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France is known for its contributions to martial arts via Savate and French Boxing. But did you know that the American Mixed Martial Art of Kajukenbo is thriving in the heart of Paris? Join Kajukenbo instructors Luiz Diaz and Joey Diaz as they share how they grew their program in France.By Angelo Ferrer

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Crafting a Compass for Cultural and Personal Integrity with Nicole Devlin 51:21

3M ago51:21

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Have you ever stood at life’s crossroads, wondering how your core values fit into the ever-evolving tapestry of society? That's exactly where Nicole Devlin, our esteemed small business coach, and I found ourselves in this rich dialogue about personal growth and societal engagement. T…

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#170 White Belts Shouldn't Spar 41:24

3M ago41:24

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Thousands of people start martial arts lessons and quit. Some people feel it’s because of a type of practice called sparring. This brings us to the question of whether white belts should be sparring. When should they start? Join BJJ instructor Kau’ilani Morehead as he shares his thoughts on this.By Angelo Ferrer

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Liv LaRue's Insightful Pivot from Culinary Expertise to Emotional Intimacy 41:18

2M ago41:18

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Ever wondered how one's personal journey can drastically shift the course of their career and life philosophy? Buckle up as we traverse the intriguing life path of Olivia LaRue, a former master chef turned courtesan and sex therapist, who shares her profound insights on authentic com…

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Ron Esteller's Gaylord Kajukenbo Black Belt Requirments

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Each Kajukenbo school and method has unique requirements. While no standardized requirements are set in stone, there are specific guidelines to follow. Join Kajukenbo Instructor Ron Estellar as he reveals the black belt requirements at his school.By Angelo Ferrer

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A Doctor's Journey of Empathy and Global Kinship with Mark David Munk 45:01

3M ago45:01

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Embarking on a journey of transformation, Dr. Mark David Munk joins me, Josh Porthouse, to unveil his remarkable path from a scholar in philosophy and religion to a life-saving emergency medicine physician. His experiences as a flight surgeon in East Africa have shaped not just a car…

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Why Mix Jiu-Jitsu with Karate? 28:23

3M ago28:23

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Karate is arguably one of the best martial arts to measure distance and strike with devastating blows for self-defense. But if this is true, why are so many Karate practitioners turning to Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense? Join martial arts instructor and YouTuber Tyler Steven Sharp as he shares his experiences with this topic.…

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Is Competing a Waste of Money? 38:12

3M ago38:12

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Thousands of Martial Artists compete at tournaments around the world. But unless you are a professional fighter, chances are you are not getting paid. So does this mean it's a waste of money? Join BJJ Black Belt Carlos Del Valle and MMA Coach Angelo Ferrer as they discuss this topic and more.By Angelo Ferrer

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Navigating Self-Worth by Embracing Anger with Emotional Intelligence 44:23

3M ago44:23

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! Feeling the heat of anger bubbling beneath the surface can be a common yet unsettling experience. Together with Bronwyn Schweigert, a licensed therapist and specialist in the field of emotions, we tackle this fiery topic head-on. Anger often gets a bad rap, but we're turning the tabl…

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Stitching Together a Civilian Identity Post-Military with Guest Travis Partington 41:25

3M ago41:25

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Become a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback! As your host Josh Porthouse, alongside my esteemed guest Travis Partington, we embark on a journey through the fabric of military culture and its indelible mark on identity. Picture the meticulous threading of values and experiences that construct the adaptable nature of those who've…

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Old School Jiu-Jitsu vs New School Jiu-JItsu 54:24

4M ago54:24

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Jiu-Jitsu is argued to be unequivocally the most popular martial art for self-defense. But what is going on with New School Jiu-Jitsu? Join Kau’ilani Morehead (MMA Coach, BJJ Black Belt, Kajukenbo Black Belt) as he breaks down the difference between old-school and new-school jiu-jitsu.By Angelo Ferrer

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