WHAT: iHeartPodcasts and Imagine Audio today announced the next podcast in their slate of shows together, “The Tao of Muhammad Ali.” The riveting eight-episode series is adapted from Davis Miller’s best-selling book by the same name and will explore the remarkable tale of an unexpected friendship, giving listeners profound insights into the life of the legendary Muhammad Ali beyond the boxing ring.
The limited series podcast will feature exclusive firsthand stories from individuals who shared intimate, life-changing connections with “The Champ,” including his daughter Rasheda Ali, renowned activist Reverend Al Sharpton and distinguished author and podcast narrator Davis Miller, who credits Ali for saving, transforming and enlarging his life.
“The Tao of Muhammad Ali” will offer a unique perspective on Ali’s enduring spirit as a global humanitarian and role model for millions. Throughout this deeply immersive audio journey, listeners will experience previously untold stories with unparalleled depth, exploring Ali’s post-boxing experiences and the transformative power of one man’s legacy.
WHO: Narrated by Davis Miller, an American author notable for a series of works that combine reportage and autobiography, and a mentee of Ali himself. Miller’s books include “The Tao of Muhammad Ali” and “The Tao of Bruce Lee: a martial arts memoir” both of which have been number-one international bestsellers and cult favorites.
“The Tao of Muhammad Ali” tells the story of how ‘The Champ’ saved a bullied young boy (Miller) from paralyzing depression. Years later, Miller was reunited with a Parkinson ridden Ali who once again inspired him to become a successful writer. Miller’s most recent book, “Approaching Ali,” shares more related stories.
Miller’s narrative “My Dinner with Ali” earned recognition as one of the top twenty American literary sports stories of the twentieth century. The Miami Herald nominated his personal essay, “The Zen of Muhammad Ali,” for a Pulitzer Prize in feature writing. Additionally, “My Dinner with Ali” was honored by Cool News as one of the world’s finest magazine stories ever published.
Miller’s transformed-by-Muhammad-Ali tales have also been developed into a Washington National Opera by composer D. J. Sparr.
“The Tao of Muhammad Ali” Executive Producers include Kara Welker, Mark Bauch, Nathan Kloke and Derek Jennings. This podcast seriesfeatures original music by D.J. Sparr and Isaac Miller.
WHEN: The first episode launches February 20, 2024, with subsequent episodes dropping weekly on Tuesdays. Listen HERE now.
WHERE: “The Tao of Muhammad Ali” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.
