Ripple Effect Martial Arts Podcast

Ripple Effect Martial Arts
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Great content from your favorite martial arts school in Florida and Northern Colorado! Find interviews, stories, and conversations about Taekwondo, Tang Soo Do, Karate, and martial arts in general. Fun for the family; Kids and adults alike!

  1. 06/24/2025

    Podcast 53: What It Takes to Reach Fourth Degree

    What happens after you earn your black belt? Masters Macy sit down with five seasoned martial artists preparing to cross into the rarified air in the martial arts world—fourth-degree black belt. From the martial arts school to college essays, from corporate careers to community impact, these long-time members of the Ripple Effect community share how the lessons of discipline, service, and perseverance continue to shape their lives.

    18 min

  2. 05/30/2025

    Podcast 52: Black Belt Moms and the Martial Arts Journey

    Master Macy sits down with Miss Chrissy, Miss Dana, and Miss Alison—Ripple Effect staff members and moms of black belt students—to talk parenting, perseverance, and the power of martial arts. Through personal stories of discipline, failure, growth, and grit, they reveal how training side-by-side with their kids shaped not just strong martial artists, but stronger families.

    34 min

  3. 05/22/2025

    Podcast 51: More Than Belts—How Martial Arts Built Our Families

    Master Macy welcomes an inspiring panel of black belt moms—Mrs. Ogle, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Clark, and Master Bono—to reflect on how martial arts shaped not only their children’s lives but their own. These women share personal stories about overcoming hardship, healing family dynamics, and finding their voice. Whether training alongside their kids or watching from the wings, these moms reveal how martial arts has empowered them and created lifelong bonds that extend far beyond the mat.

    33 min

  4. 05/15/2025

    Podcast 50: Moms on the Mat—Parenting Through Punches

    Master Macy sits down with three remarkable moms—Miss Kris, Miss Crystal, and Miss Chirstina—who are not only dedicated parents but also committed martial artists. Each shares her unique journey of stepping onto the mat alongside her children, discovering unexpected strength, battling self-doubt, and embracing the shared challenges of training. From postpartum struggles to sparring seminars, these moms reveal how martial arts has strengthened their families, inspired personal growth, and turned everyday parenting into a black belt-worthy pursuit. A must-listen for any parent wondering if it’s too late—or too hard—to join the journey.

    17 min

  5. 05/09/2025

    Podcast 49: The Mother Belt

    In this special Mother’s Day edition of the Ripple Effect Martial Arts Podcast, Mr and Mrs Master Macy sit down with the two most influential women in their lives—their mothers, Master Jan Lappin and Clara Macy. Together, they explore the often-unsung but crucial role moms play in a martial artist’s journey, from childhood discipline to black belt perseverance.

    23 min

  6. 03/24/2025

    Podcast 48: Martial Arts, Mentorship & New Beginnings with Sophia Latino

    Master Rachael Macy welcomes Ms Sophia Latino, a martial artist and instructor with a rich background in Taekwondo, Tang Soo Do, and Japanese Jiu-Jitsu. They discuss her journey from training and teaching in Florida to moving to Italy, where she continued her martial arts education, and her upcoming role as head instructor at the Fort Collins location.

    24 min

  7. 03/23/2025

    Podcast 47: The Journey to Black Belt: Building Leaders Through Martial Arts

    This episode of the Ripple Effect Martial Arts Podcast dives into the transformative journey of students preparing for their black belt tests. Mr and Mrs Master Macy and our prep cycle coordinators discuss the impact of martial arts training beyond physical skills, emphasizing teamwork, leadership, and resilience.

    30 min

  8. 02/27/2025

    Podcast 46: Interview with Justin Ortiz

    On this episode of the Ripple Effect Martial Arts Podcast, we sit down with Justin Ortiz, a world-class martial artist, stunt performer, and coach. He shares his journey to earning a 5th-degree black belt, his experiences in Cobra Kai, Black Adam, and Blue Beetle, and how martial arts shaped his career. Justin talks about training, competition mindset, and overcoming challenges—both in martial arts and life. He also shares insights on coaching and his work with the NexLevel Competition Team, helping students grow and succeed.

    43 min
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Great content from your favorite martial arts school in Florida and Northern Colorado! Find interviews, stories, and conversations about Taekwondo, Tang Soo Do, Karate, and martial arts in general. Fun for the family; Kids and adults alike!

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