Got a Call From Muhammad Ali at 10, Starring On The Contender, & The Harsh Reality of Boxing
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- Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
- This week, we're joined by Tarick Salmaci, former professional boxer, star of "The Contender," and inductee into the Arab American Museum.
In this episode:
- Tarick shares unforgettable moments with the legendary Muhammad Ali.
- Reveals how his father's tough love pushed him to excel in the ring.
- Dive into his experience on "The Contender," exploring the highs and lows of his journey.
& much much more
This episode is packed with emotions and eye-opening insights into the life of a boxer.
This episode is available on UA-cam, Spotify, & Apple Podcasts
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00:00 Intro
06:06 Childhood leading to boxing
07:45 Pressure from father
13:21 Telling family I want to box
18:53 Boxing and school
20:41 You can only be successful if you're poor
24:35 Getting paid in boxing
29:54 Muhammad Ali interactions
38:56 Not losing for a long time + retiring
43:41 Getting called for The Contender
47:01 What is The Contender
49:41 Time during the show
54:31 Being an Arab on The Contender
59:47 Fulfilled by career?
1:05:13 Boxing effect on kids
1:09:01 Darkest time in career
❤ Tarick and his Beautiful family !!!! Love his outlook and positivity on life! God bless you Tarick!
Muhammad Ali was a conscience man, he was the greatest not only in boxing, in social justice too.
Allah yirhamu. Fatiha.
I wanted Tarrick to win the contender so bad