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On this episode, Jeremy talks about Parents role during kids classes and how it impacts the classes. Parents Role During Kids Classes - Episode 377 Martial arts today is much different from 30 to 40 years ago because the kid's classes are very common in every school. Kids today are the majority in martial arts classes participation. In these classes, parents are there to support their kids and sometimes they go over the line that is supposed to be the job of the instructor. Parents have an important role in the development of the children and so are the instructors. On this episode, Jeremy shares his personal experience in running a martial arts school and dealing with the kids' and having good working relations with parents.

Sensei Victor DeSimone is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is teaching Judo at the Broadway Jiujitsu and Fitness in Boston. I had one way of training people, the strong survive and the weak die, and that's a bad way of training people because martial arts is for everybody. Competition may not be for everybody, but martial arts is for everybody... Sensei Victor DeSimone - Episode 376 Learning martial arts at a young age is good and it's better if you learn in Italy every summer with your uncle teaching you. Sensei Victor DeSimone learned judo at an early age of four when his uncle who's stationed in Italy taught him during summer vacations. Sensei DeSimone has trained with a lot of disciplines aside from judo such as wrestling, boxing, and grappling, to say the least. Sensei Victor DeSimone has a lot of interesting stories to tell so, listen to learn more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about some of the methods for practicing on your own so you can get better faster. Methods for Practicing on Your Own - Episode 375 Most of the successful martial artists of our time has trained by themselves, inside or outside the dojo. Whether at home or even when driving on the road, there are methods for practicing on our own. Why should do we practice on our own? It makes us both better faster and ahead of the others. On today's show, Jeremy gives us some of the methods on how to practice on your own. Listen to learn more! Show Notes We mentioned these episodes: Episode 95 - Becoming a Better Martial Artist in the Car and Episode 351 - Why Do Martial Artists Yell?

Sensei Liam Murphy is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at the JKA Shotokan in Dublin, Ireland. Suddenly when you're in a karate or a martial arts class, your body is being challenged to move in different ways that it's never experienced before to expand in different ways... Sensei Liam Murphy - Episode 274 A martial artist that developed an affinity to the art without having to be a fan of usual martial art novelties. Sensei Liam Murphy has been hooked by his deep interest and curiosity on martial arts as a kid that lasted throughout his life. When he started his journey, he immediately noticed the difference between conventional sports and martial arts and loved the feel of its movement which is one of the things that appealed to him. Sensei Liam Murphy has more interesting stories so, listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about one of the most influential TV shows on martial artists, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Episode 373 Most of the listeners of this show probably know that a lot of our guests had mentioned the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to be one of their inspirations in starting their martial arts journey. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles captured the hearts of both martial artists and fans. On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the show and how it became a favorite among martial artists. Listen to learn more!

Mr. Mark Miller is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at the Karate International Martial Arts Center in New Hampshire. When I started in the martial arts, it gave me my first successes. I was much better at an individual sport and that working on personal growth and at the one on one type help that an instructor can give you... Mr. Mark Miller - Episode 372 There's quite a handful of guests of this show that acknowledges the important role of Bruce Lee in their journey as martial artists. Mr. Mark Miller isn't different from them but there is just one catch. Mr. Miller wanted to learn the nunchucks like Bruce Lee, to impress the young ladies at his time. On a serious note, martial arts saved him from failing in baseball and it developed his personal character. Mr. Mark Miller is also an instructor at the Karate International Martial Arts Center in New Hampshire. Listen to learn more!

On this episode, Jeremy goes to Atlantic City to ask martial artists the Question of the Day. Question of the Day - Episode 371 On today's episode, Jeremy is in Atlantic City to ask martial artists the question: "What would you tell yourself if you can go back to the first day of your training?" Find out the answers for the question of the day from some of the former guests of the show like Bill Wallace, Sifu Alan Goldberg, Christine Bannon-Rodrigues, Datu Tim Hartman, Kathy Long, and many more!

Mr. Jordan Brown is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from an early age. He is the founder at The Way Martial Arts, Indianapolis. We randomly ran into them at Walmart or somewhere, and he looked at me and I looked at him and he goes, didn't you teach me martial arts? And the light bulb clicked and I realized that I had taught their entire family when I was thirteen... Mr. Jordan Brown - Episode 370 There is a huge bunch of martial artists of this generation that grew up watching the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle and our guest today is part of that group. From watching TV shows, Mr. Jordan Brown went to training taekwondo and he would start his journey from there. Mr. Brown now is an instructor at his own school, The Way Martial Arts and he speaks at martial arts seminars as well. There are wonderful conversations on this episode so, be sure to check this out!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about the challenges of becoming successful, handling hate. Handling Hate - Episode 369 If no one's hating you, you're not doing it right. Becoming successful definitely has a lot of benefits but there will be people hating on you and you won't be able to stop that. On this episode, Jeremy talks about people who constantly try to bring you down and his personal experience on handling hate. If you have the same experience, listen to find out more!

Master Joe Corley is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and a multi awarded competitor. He is the founder of Joey Corley Karate which is now known as Atlanta Extreme Warrior Martial Arts. When we do our pledges at the beginning and the end of our class, we call them our intensity pledges, and that's been one of the fundamental things that I felt that we could do most for kids to help them develop a sense of intensity... Master Joe Corley - Episode 368 As a kid, he held boxing gloves because his father and yet he became one of the most prominent names in the American martial arts. Master Joe Corley is a multi-awarded martial artist who is the driving force behind the success of the Professional Karate Association (PKA). Master Corley is the founder of Atlanta Extreme Warrior Martial Arts which is formerly known as Joey Corley Karate. Surely, this episode is one of the most special ones so, listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of balancing safety with effective training. Balancing Safety with Effective Training - Episode 367 As martial artists, we know that there are hazards in what we do such as injuries in training and real-world scenarios. Safety is the first and foremost concern of every one of us both in training or out in the real world. However, we can't really stop accidents from happening so we must consider the risks in what we do whether in stretching or partner drills. On this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of balancing safety with effective training and his tips on how to minimize risk. Listen to learn more!

Chief Instructor David Kahn is a martial arts practitioner and instructor of Krav Maga. He's an accomplished teacher of Military Krav Maga (MKM). Obviously, people are built differently. Tall, short, male, female, strong, not so strong, but whatever their capabilities, Krav Maga has got to conform to the person... Chief Instructor David Kahn - Episode 366 Quite a number of Krav Maga practitioners mainly trains for self-defense or it is included in the curriculum of their military training. Chief Instructor David Kahn is one those who have a deeper understanding of Krav Maga as he started his journey to the martial arts young and did not stop. Chief Instructor Kahn teaches Military Krav Maga on different law enforcement and national defense agencies around the world. Chief Instructor goes really deep into Krav Maga and so if you like hearing interesting stories about it, listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about how martial arts classes can be much more interesting, make it fun! Make it Fun - Episode 365 Most of us may agree that one martial arts class may be much more interesting than the other. One can be dead serious and the other can be much more fun. On this episode, Jeremy talks about his experience in having fun and interesting class and how to create such a fun atmosphere on a martial arts class.

Sensei Shaffee Bacchus is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the chief instructor at Shinkendo Boston. I think Gi or no Gi, I would have found martial arts in some way, shape or form... Sensei Shaffee Bacchus - Episode 364 Many of us martial artists got our inspiration to go into the martial arts from the movies which include our guest today. Sensei Shaffee Bacchus has seen almost all kung fu movies every Saturday nights. However, there are almost no martial arts in his homeland and whenever he gets the opportunity to train, Sensei Bacchus would grab it despite his peers doing different things. Aside from martial arts, Sensei Bacchus is successful on his work on the medical field. Sensei Shaffee Bacchus has a lot of stories to tell so listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about a popular organization that aims to keep the peace, the Guardian Angels. Guardian Angels - Episode 363 Preserving law and order is not an easy task even for the police which resulted in some private individuals initiative to help the law enforcement. One initiative that is more popular is the Guardian Angels. It was shrouded with controversies at first but it gained popularity eventually and it also expanded overseas. The Guardian Angels were successful in their goals and they are hard to miss on some martial arts events. On today's episode, Jeremy talks about how martial artists can contribute to keeping the peace. Listen to find out more!

Shihan Bas Rutten is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, coach and retired mixed martial arts champion from the Netherlands. What poster are you talking about? He says, "from the fight." I said, who's fighting? He says "you're fighting." I said, who am I fighting? And they go, Frank Lobman, and I said, The Animal? ...and I'm starting to think, and i started to realize, oh yeah I talked to that producer... Shihan Bas Rutten - Episode 362 For fight fans, our guest today needs no introduction as he is quite a character in the MMA world. Shihan Bas Rutten is a former champion of Pancrase where he tallied an unbeaten record of 19-0. Shihan Rutten is also a former heavyweight champion of the UFC before his career was plagued with injuries. He has belts from Taekwondo and Karate and he is also Muay Thai fighter, therefore, making him a multi-disciplined martial artist. Shihan Bas Rutten gives us few of his untold stories and if you are interested, listen to learn more!

On this episode, Jeremy is announcing First Cup with Jeremy video show. A daily show on Youtube where he drinks his first cup of coffee. Announcing First Cup with Jeremy video show - Episode 360 In the past six months, Jeremy has been putting up daily videos on Youtube where he shares his first thoughts of the day over his first cup of coffee. On this episode, Jeremy officially announces the First Cup with Jeremy video show. Listen to find out more!

Sifu Glen Doyle is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is a former Kung Fu champion and practices Irish Martial Arts. There's a sense of comfort that you get right away when you cross over certain martial arts... Sifu Glen Doyle - Episode 360 Learning how to fight is sometimes instilled into us on a very early age. Sifu Glen Doyle learned boxing as soon as he began speaking because of his father. Later on, he would turn into martial arts such as Kung Fu and stick fighting. What makes Sifu Doyle special is that he practices Irish Martial Arts traditions that are part of his roots. Sifu Glen Doyle has a lot to tell so, listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about one of the more intriguing topics in the martial arts, the McDojo paradox. The McDojo Paradox - Episode 359 A McDojo is generally known in the martial arts world that has low standards for promotion and its high prices. Although one is free to identify one for himself, it poses many questions as well such as is it right to label a school a mcdojo or is there an ultimate authority for martial arts to categorize a school as such? On this episode, Jeremy talks about the McDojo Paradox. If you are interested, listen to find out more!

Sifu Harinder Singh Sabharwal is a martial arts practitioner and instructor in the style of Jeet Kune Do. Forget about styles and systems, there are always arguments about this style, that style, my master is better than your master. It's just a big waste of time, we're all so much more alike than we are apart. Sifu Harinder Singh Sabharwal - Episode 358 Traveling the world may be fun when you're on for a vacation but traveling as a kid and not having a home may not be that enjoyable. Sifu Harinder Singh Sabharwal has traveled from India to a lot of countries because of his father's work and then ultimately ending up in California as an adult. As a stranger in a foreign country, his father had him to train martial arts so he's able to defend himself and his love for the art never faded. Sifu Harinder Singh Sabharwal has trained with several styles and today, he is a practitioner and instructor for Jeet Kune Do. Listen to this episode to know more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about one of the common surgeries both martial artists and aging individuals, joint replacements. Joint Replacements - Episode 357 We've had a number of guests that have had joint replacements surgeries to address their joint pains that cannot be cured with non-invasive cures. On this episode, Jeremy talks about how joint replacement surgeries started and the different procedures that might be helpful for you now or in the future. Listen to find out more!

Kyoshi Herbie Bagwell is a martial arts practitioner, instructor and founder at the Bagwell Academy of Martial Arts. Listen, you tell me something negative, I won't get mad at you. I'm gonna use that negativity as fuel to add onto my already passionate fire and I'm just going to just prove people wrong with my success. Kyoshi Herbie Bagwell - Episode 356 A boxer turned martial artist, Kyoshi Herbie Bagwell has been training since he was a skinny kid. Kyoshi Bagwell was one of those kids who was blown away by Bruce Lee's Enter the Dragon which started his love story with the martial arts. In the course of his journey, Kyoshi Bagwell has trained with some of martial art's greats that would probably explain why he has a lot of medals and championships under his belt. Kyoshi Bagwell is the founder at the Bagwell Academy of Martial Arts in Connecticut. Kyoshi Herbie Bagwell shared an emotional time and a lot of fun and inspiring stories, listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about another historical account this time for the martial art of Taekkyeon. Taekkyeon - Episode 355 Korea's martial arts is as colorful as their food and traditions that make their culture complete and whole. Taekkyon, as some believe, is a thousand years old making it a heritage that Koreans treasure from one generation to another. On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the historical significance and the origins of Taekkyeon. Listen to find out more!

Mr. Tim Cartmell is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at the ACE Jiu-Jitsu in Orange County, California. If you're only teaching because you know martial arts, you're making a living... I feel like that's not really the right reason... Mr. Tim Cartmell - Episode 354 As most of us did, we started our journey to the martial arts at an early age which is usually pre-teen. Mr. Tim Cartmell did that too but martial arts went straight in his blood. He learned Kung Fu when he was a teen and never stopped training everyday since then. Mr. Tim Cartmell's passion for the martial arts is unquestionable because it is quite literally his bread and butter in the last 40 years. Today, he practices and teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Mr. Cartmell's story is fascinating and his stories are inspiring. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy tackles this controversial question: when are you a martial artist? When Are You A Martial Artist? - Episode 353 Can we call someone a martial artist if they train weekly and has a blue belt or someone who attends taekwondo classes unenthusiastically because their parents forced them? Can we call someone a martial artist who spends a three-month krav maga package on a local gym or someone who just earned a first-degree black belt? On this episode, Jeremy talks about his take on when are you a martial artist. Want to know if you are? Listen to find out!

Master David Lonebear Sanipass is a Native American martial arts practitioner and instructor out of Maine. He is the founder at College of Sho-Kai. It's not about the belt, it's not about the gi, it's not about the dojo, it's about who you are and who you think you are. Master David Lonebear Sanipass - Episode 352 It is not often that we have a guest that is both unique in their martial arts and ethnicity. Master David Lonebear Sanipass is a Native American martial artist who practices an art that is unique because it has native elements, the Sho-Kai. Today, he is not only a martial artist but a motivational speaker and a Native American flute carver. Master Sanipass has a lot of interesting stories that will surely inspire us. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about a common thing about martial arts that most of us ask, why do martial artists yell? Why Do Martial Artists Yell? - Episode 351 Yelling by martial arts practitioners is probably one of the most mocked aspects of martial arts. We can see this on TV shows, Movies and other platforms such as social media. But as most of you asks, why do martial artists yell? Well, the reason and motive behind it are actually deeper than what most of us would expect. On this episode, Jeremy talks about the history and practical application of the "yell" in martial arts. If you are quite intrigued, listen to find out more!

Sensei Jeff Doss is a martial arts practitioner, teacher, and host of the Kick of the Day podcast. He is from Virginia. The more you grow and the more your martial arts gets better, then the potential for all your students to get better just doubles, triples, quadruples... Sensei Jeff Doss - Episode 350 It's not a secret that most of us martial artists started training at a young age. However, Sensei Jeff Doss is quite unique because he started at a really young age of four that a school turned him down once simply because there's no program for him at the time. What's more unique about Sensei Doss is he was inspired by a pro wrestler whose persona is that of a martial artist. Sensei Jeff Doss has a lot of interesting stories and insights that you will find out on this episode. Listen to know more!

On this episode, Jeremy is joined by Sensei Jaredd Wilson and Sensei Scott Bolon for a Conversations on Iron Fist Season 2. Conversations on Iron Fist Season - Episode 349 Once again, Jeremy, Sensei Jaredd Wilson, and Sensei Scott Bolon talk about the Iron Fist Season two and how it's not renewed for a new season. On today's episode, the trio dissects the failures and good points, if there's any, of the Iron Fist Season 2. Listen to find out more!

Sabomnim Alain Burrese is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and author from Montana. I know how to fight. I've done that. But I wanna become a martial artist and better myself through martial arts and learn the skills and everything else that can go with learning a martial art... Sabomnim Alain Burrese - Episode 348 It's so rare to have a guest here on the show that started training by himself. Sabomnim Alain Burrese read martial arts books as a child and started training what he learned in their backyard. Since then, Sabomnim Burrese has trained in multiple disciplines including judo and taekwondo. He was also in the military which prompted him to teach self-defense. There are so much more to learn about Sabomnim Alain Burrese, so listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about one of the first martial art to set foot in America, Judo. Judo - Episode 347 If we talk about martial arts, we often talk more about karate, taekwondo, and Brazilian jiujitsu that's why there are myths and misconceptions about it. Judo was created by the Japanese educator, Jigoro Kano in 1882. Judo is one of the first martial art that came to America and it is mostly known with its throws and takedowns. On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the history of Judo so listen to find out more!

Master Chris Natzke is a martial arts practitioner, instructor and a former national gold medallist from Colorado. ...He was just like your son when he came here five years ago, and that's where your son can be in five years. So you create this culture, right? Because you're not just developing great kickers and punchers, you're developing great human beings. Master Chris Natzke - Episode 346 Not many of us came on a time where martial arts was not as popular as today that if you're a kid who wants to learn taekwondo or karate, its either there's no school in your area or all of the students are double your age. Master Chris Natzke is the latter because as a kid, his peers are all twenty-somethings. While he has a lot of awesome stories, one of the most notable was his time training with Bill "Superfoot" Wallace. You have to listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the issue of have we gone too far trying to stop bullying. Have We Gone Too Far Trying to Stop Bullying - Episode 345 Bullying is a sensitive subject that has been an important part of public discussions, especially in the last two or three decades. Where did the conversation go? Have we gone too far trying to stop it or are we still lagging behind? On this episode, Jeremy talks about his personal experiences and how he was able to get through bullying.

Senpai Ricky White is a martial arts practitioner originally from the United Kingdom, now based in Virginia. You've got to fail otherwise you're never gonna actually truly understand what you're trying to achieve and what it is that you actually need to overcome... Senpai Ricky White - Episode 344 It's not everyday that we introduce guests that are listeners of the show and part of the community. Well, today is that day because Senpai Ricky White is one of them. Senpai White started his journey as a young child but took a break and came back, later on, to continue on his journey. He is diagnosed with a medical condition that is almost unique to him that brought pain everyday. However, Senpai White never stopped training and used martial arts as a form of treatment to his condition. Senpai Ricky White is an inspiration to us and you have to listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy once again talks about another historical figure in the martial arts, Tangsoodo's Won Kuk Lee. Won Kuk Lee - Episode 343 Universally, when we talk about Taekwondo, what comes to the conversation instantly is General Choi Hong Hi as he is called by many as the "Father of Taekwondo." Won Kuk Lee, is Choi's predecessor and teacher who essentially created taekwondo with the name Tang Soo Do Chung Do Kwan. Thus, it's safe to say that Won Kuk Lee is the "Grandfather of Taekwondo." Jeremy talks about his life in Korea during the war and how he was able to create tangsoodo. Listen to learn more!

Sensei Amanda Cass is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from Massachusetts. One thing about martial arts that I always do say to people is, it's something that you can do forever, there something more to learn. It doesn't matter if you've been doing it for five, ten, twenty years, there's always a new avenue you can explore... Sensei Amanda Cass - Episode 342 It's always great to hear that martial artists start their journey at a young age and stay until they're adults. What's more inspiring is when the whole family is also involved in your journey. Sensei Amanda Cass started training at a tender age of 8 because of her mom wanting to go back to martial arts while her children are also into the martial arts. It's a true family affair but Sensei Amanda Cass has always gravitated to martial arts because of the great community and the people that she serves in the martial arts. Aside from her worthy Instagram stories, there's more to her than meets the eye. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the importance and benefits of friendships in the martial arts. Martial Arts Friendships - Episode 341 We create friendships as we meet people as a kid in high school and as an adult working in the office. Some we let go, and some we keep for a long time. Our friendships are usually based on similarities like our location, interest and how we see the world. Most martial artists share interests with self-defense and the bond starts there. As martial artists, we usually don't treasure the training and the stuff we do at events but we remember the friendships we create. Listen to find out more!

Mr. Tom Fazio is a martial arts practitioner and instructor of the Shaolin Rope Dart based in Vietnam. I realized that martial arts had a lot more to do with life with a capital L than anything else... Mr. Tom Fazio - Episode 340 Our guest today is one of those kids who started martial arts because of the intimidation they got from bullies. Mr. Tom Fazio described his childhood as a karate-kid-like that he wanted to get even with his bullies because he felt helpless. However, when he started the journey to the martial arts, his anger went away as he learned how to defend himself. Since then, he has trained on a number of countries including China. He is now producing training videos and now based in Vietnam. Mr. Tom Fazio has an interesting journey and you will surely be inspired. Listen to learn more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about an American kickboxing legend, martial arts champion, and actor, Joe Lewis. Joe Lewis - Episode 339 For both the returning fans and martial artists, the name Joe Lewis is no stranger because of the times he's been talked about on the show. Whether in the movie screens or in the ring, Joe Lewis is a true legend for the contributions he's done for the martial arts. He's fought toe to toe against Bill Wallace without severing their friendship which attests to their genuine sportsmanship. As an actor, he's done a couple of movies as well. On today's episode, Jeremy shares his personal thoughts about the legendary Joe Lewis. There are many things about Joe Lewis that we didn't know, listen to find out more!

Sensei Andrew Moores is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at the Atlantic Karate Training Center in New Hampshire. ...Train hard, but that's dojo stuff. That's your gym. There's an agreement between you and your training partner. When there's violence on the street, there isn't an agreement... Episode 338 - Sensei Andrew Moores As a kid who always loved martial arts, the journey never ended for him even when he took a break to do other things. Sensei Andrew Moores is a passionate martial artist who has a broad perspective on the martial arts. Sensei Andrew Moores shared a lot about his view on how to use martial arts on the real situations so listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy gives us another historical episode and he talks about the legendary Ip Man. Ip Man - Episode 337 Many of us both within and outside the martial arts community have at least heard or watched the Ip Man movie series. They are well received by both moviegoers and martial artists although it was loosely based on Ip Man's life. Ip Man's family was well-off however, he lived in a tumultuous period in China's history where uprisings were treated as part of daily life. These times brought him to martial arts and training only with the best wing chun masters. He will eventually move to Hong Kong and he will teach the man and the legend, Bruce Lee, later in his life. If you are a fan of Ip Man or the movie series, listen to find out more!

Sean Kinney is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the author of the book series Karate Kids Collection. ...The culture of the martial arts is one of constant and continual personal improvement. Being surrounded by people that are looking to achieve their personal best, that are focused on putting positive things in their life... Sean Kinney - Episode 336 It's not unusual to hear stories of martial artists leaving or taking a break from the martial arts. They would either not come back or pursue the martial arts to another level. Sean Kinney is the latter. Mr. Kinney left his training as a high school kid due to other sports and came back to training as a parent and his passion for the martial arts has only strengthened since then. Sean Kinney is a teacher who believes in including the family in the martial arts. He and his wife are authors of the Karate Kids Collection. Sean Kinney's journey is nothing but inspiring, listen to be inspired!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about putting your best foot forward whether in martial arts or in life. Putting Your Best Foot Forward - Episode 335 Being the best that you can both in and out of the dojo is the ideal goal of a martial artist. We can ask now whether that is just superficial or it should involve your character. No matter how we see it, putting our best foot forward is how we as humans naturally behave in the society. If you want to know more about this interesting subject, listen to find out!

Sifu Jeff Westfall is a martial arts instructor and practitioner. He is the host of the Martial Brain Podcast. Sometimes I teach to pass across a technique, but sometimes I'm teaching to pass across a concept. And that definitely I lifted directly from Guro Inosanto... Sifu Jeff Westfall - Episode 334 His generation has always admired Bruce Lee not only because of his movies but because of his role in the Green Hornet TV show. It has brought Sifu Jeff Westfall into martial arts because he was captivated by Bruce Lee's performance on the said show. Since then, he has practiced different disciplines in martial arts that eventually turned his attention into teaching Dan Inosanto's system. Sifu Westfall is also a podcaster wherein he hosts the Martial Brain Podcast. Sifu Jeff Westfall definitely shared a lot about his journey so listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about trying new things and how it applies to the martial arts. Trying New Things - Episode 333 Trying new things sounds like a cliche but it is necessary. Parents, friends, teachers and other people important to us tells us that we should explore and try new things whether in life, business, or martial arts. Trying new things means you have the willingness to experiment and you are open to committing mistakes. Speaking of new things, Jeremy talks about how he is constantly trying new things and how he started his new YouTube show, the first cup. If you are eager to know how trying new things applies to the martial arts, listen to learn more!

Sensei Alan Lau is a martial arts practitioner and trainer. He is the founder at Dynamic Fitness Training in Massachusetts. You have to stay true to the art and really spread the fundamental and then let the student mix and match them, and that's kind of my goal... Sensei Alan Lau - Episode 332 Being born and raised in Hong Kong, there is no doubt that martial arts will be part of your life in one way or the other. Sensei Alan Lau has been into Bruce Lee since his childhood days in Hong Kong. However, he started his journey into the martial arts when he came to Boston for college. His love for the arts is incredible because he trained for different disciplines practically at the same time. His life and philosophy are deeply integrated into martial arts, therefore, making it his way of life. There's so much more to know about Sensei Alan Lau, listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the father of modern karate, the man from Okinawa, Gichin Funakoshi. Gichin Funakoshi - Episode 331 From walking to his master's house at night to making karate famous all over Japan, Gichin Funakoshi has more legacy than what you know. Funakoshi is a man with a vision not only for himself but for the future of his fellow countrymen. On this episode, Jeremy talks about the life, contributions and the legend of Gichin Funakoshi. If you are interested in the man who brought us Shotokan karate, listen to find out more!

Mr. Nishan Grout is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He owns the Integrity Taekwondo school in Vermont. I take a lot of pride in the fact that 14 years working at a bar breaking up fights, I've never hit anyone. I've never kicked anyone. Grabbed a hold of some people, escorted some people out by their head, I have never had to hit or kick anyone. Mr. Nishan Grout - Episode 330 Who would've thought that one can come back to martial arts after a seemingly indefinite break? Mr. Nishan Grout definitely did. Mr. Grout came back to martial arts with his wife after their child was born and he is training ever since. Mr. Nishan Grout started in his elementary days when he was hooked on the martial arts movies and TV shows her mother used to watch. He was brought by her mother and instantly fell in love with the martial arts. He is an avid paintball competitor when he is not in the dojo. There are many things to love about Mr. Grout so listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about how we can make use of Martial Arts as service. Martial Arts as Service - Episode 329 Non-profit, fund-raisers, free lessons. These are things that we can say as service in the martial arts. However, there are more things that we can attribute as service in the martial arts such as helping to clean the dojo or helping your classmate on a movement. On today's episode, Jeremy talks about Martial Arts as service on his car.

Sifu Scott Graner is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He founded Mount Mansfield Martial Arts in Vermont. And... the lesson was, I'm not gonna let you just take me down, it's I'm going to actually make you have to do this at a level that you should be to be able to do a black belt... Sifu Scott Graner - Episode 328 Most of the time our friends bring us to a martial arts school where they're in and invite us to train. Our guest today is no different because his best friend introduced martial arts to him when they were five. His best friend stuck for a few years but Sifu Scott Graner became an instructor himself. His journey to the martial arts continued and since then, Sifu Graner has been training both here in the US and overseas. Sifu Scott Graner founded the Mount Mansfield Martial Arts in Vermont that caters to both kids and adults. Today's episode is a one-on-one interview so listen to find out more!