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On this episode, Jeremy talks about Bruce Lee's brainchild, the martial art of Jeet Kune Do. Jeet Kune Do - Episode 327 Bruce Lee, one of the most influential martial artist and movie star of our time, has passed away for more than three decades. In spite of that, he has kept martial arts practitioners and fans in awe of his legacy as a martial artist. One of the things that made him special is Jeet Kune Do, a martial art created by Bruce Lee that adapts moves and styles from other martial arts in order to be more effective. On this episode, Jeremy tells us the history and principles of Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do. Listen to learn more!

Mr. Ryan Hoover is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is a co-founder of the Fit to Fight school. Our teaching, kind of, protocol here is we give students a skeleton, a framework and then it's up to them to kind of fill in the muscle around it... Mr. Ryan Hoover - Episode 326 His passion for martial arts developed a little bit later in his life but it did not slow down from training. Mr. Ryan Hoover is now a multi-disciplined martial arts practitioner and instructor from the Fit to Fight school. Mr. Hoover is also a co-author of a series of books about Krav Maga. Mr. Ryan Hoover has gone a long way through his journey into the martial arts which is inspiring to those who are planning to train even later in their life. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the things that change our beliefs, paradigm shifts. Paradigm Shifts - Episode 325 How many times have you had a change of heart or belief whether for better or for worse? Do you have an open mind about things that could potentially change your whole life or to get you unstuck? On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the paradigm shifts that makes us constantly improving whether in martial arts or in life. Listen to find out more!

Lao Shi Rod Huus is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the current owner of Wu Chi School of Self Defense in North Dakota. My Sifu... he would tell me Rod, clear your mind, don't think about so much at one time. Just let stuff happen as it does. Lao Shi Rod Huus - Episode 324 There are many of us here who were brought by our friends to martial arts as a bonding activity. What separates our guest today is the journey he took in the martial arts. Since he has no knowledge about fighting, Lao Shi Rod Huus was discouraged at first because he was left in the lower ranks and this is the part where he showed his strong character. From being a discouraged martial artist, he rose through the ranks and now, he is both a seasoned martial arts instructor and the owner of Wu Chi School of Self Defense. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of being scientific and the benefit of tracking things in martial arts. The Benefit of Tracking Things in Martial Arts - Episode 323 We can call it being scientific or even analytics, do these terms mean anything for martial arts? On this episode, Jeremy dissects the importance of data in training, attendance, enrollees and all the other things that affect the performance of both the martial artists and schools. Because of this, we are starting the whistlekick report. If you want to know how to participate, listen to find out more!

Grandmaster Joe Rebelo is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He created a tv show called the Martial Arts Today TV. It's only the narrow-minded individuals who in their xenophobia will only stay in their one style and can't possibly want to go to any other style. Grandmaster Joe Rebelo - Episode 322 Most of us were brought by our parents to martial arts classes as a kid as an extracurricular activity after school. Grandmaster Joe Rebelo isn't different but he found out about martial arts when his father playfully hit him with a karate chop. Since then, Kenpo Joe, as he is also known for, has trained various styles of martial arts from Chinese to Filipino. He has watched and trained with some of the greats in martial arts that inspired him to continue earning black belts on different styles. Listen to find out more! [app_audio src=""]

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about Karate's less talked about innovator, the grandfather of Karate, Anko Itosu. Anko Itosu - Episode 321 It is common that when we talk about the history of Karate, we always hear Gichin Funakoshi's name because he is a primary figure in making karate popular in Japan. On the other hand, Anko Itosu may not have made it popular but he created the movements that are the foundation of Karate today. On this episode, Jeremy talks about Anko Itosu, the grandfather of Karate. Jeremy shares interesting stories that made Anko Itosu a legendary figure in the world of Karate. Listen to learn more!

Mr. Paul Read is a martial arts practitioner and instructor, Tai Chi in particular. He is popularly known as the Teapot Monk. I failed in the black belt grading and I got completely beaten up in the freestyle session. I learned something really Interesting though... That it was through that loss, that failure, that not achieving what I thought I was going to achieve, that ultimately would turn out to be probably the most important lesson... Mr. Paul Read - Episode 320 Our guest today is a Tai Chi practitioner and instructor who's a self-confessed bookworm and the books he read eventually led him to discover martial arts. Mr. Paul Read, who comes from the UK, is also an author and online instructor of Tai Chi and he is more popularly known as the Teapot Monk. Mr. Read has deep insights into the martial arts and he shared some of his personal stories and his philosophy that will surely inspire everyone. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of social media today, especially on martial arts businesses. Martial Arts Social Media - Episode 319 Social media has been part of our lives for at least a decade and we use it for communication, entertainment, and information. For that reason, it has been a great tool for martial arts businesses in selling their products and promoting their schools. It also acts as an online hub for martial artists to get information such as articles and podcasts. On this episode, Jeremy talks about the role of social media in martial arts. Listen to find out more!

Kyoshi Jim King is a martial arts practitioner and instructor who innovated afterschool programs. He is the founder of Altamonte American Karate Academy in Florida. My priority is not making money... My priority is teaching martial arts and giving good service and then the money comes. It works that way. I provide a service and I do it. Kyoshi Jim King - Episode 318 Today's guest is a former professional dancer who worked at different shows in Las Vegas as well as in Europe. Kyoshi Jim King never took a break from the martial arts while he was dancing. He prefers not to use much of technology of today that makes him enjoy his life in an old-school way. Kyoshi King is a dedicated martial arts instructor as he made programs specifically for children after school, therefore, making him the forerunner of this system. Kyoshi Jim King has quite interesting stories to tell from his days he met his wife to his bouncing gig at nightclubs. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about a commonly misunderstood discipline in the martial arts, Krav Maga. Krav Maga - Episode 317 Self-defense does not solely rely on movements, techniques, and strength but also with both the complete awareness of your surroundings and the threat. These are the primary concepts that Krav Maga uses in its practical application. Krav Maga is originally created for the Israeli forces' self-defense that applies techniques from various disciplines in the martial arts and uses them on different scenarios. On this episode, Jeremy tells us its history and concepts for everyone to understand Krav Maga. Listen to find out more!

Sensei Nathan Porter is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from Massachusets. He is the founder of Rising Storm Training Academy. As long as we respect their teaching and pass it on and we're listening to them, then yes we can put it forward. Sensei Nathan Porter - Episode 316 When you are a kid who's fascination with the martial arts is like toys and a box of chocolates, it would be a treat if you could wear your uniform and train in the dojo. However, Sensei Nathan Porter is not fortunate enough because as a child, he has no means of training. As he stepped in high school, Sensei Porter immediately trained in different disciplines that and eventually starting his own school at the age of 20. Sensei Nathan Porter has an admirable passion for teaching martial arts because he's made his life revolve around martial arts. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy tells us his reflections on street fights which is also a commentary on Louis Martin's piece at Martial Journal. Reflections on Street Fights - Episode 315 Martial artists are often asked about violence and how do we face such challenges whether on the streets, schools, or elsewhere. On this episode, Jeremy talks about Louis Martin's article on Martialjournal.com that talks about street fights that involve martial artists. Listen to learn more!

Mr. Frank Hatsis is a martial arts practitioner and instructor who specializes in rope dart. He teaches rope dart at the Rope Dart Academy. Being in martial arts allowed me the freedom to be who I was. To practice how I wanted to practice, when I wanted to practice... That definitely attracted me to the martial arts. Mr. Frank Hatsis - Episode 314 A lot of us martial artist found our way to martial arts through our heroes such as Bruce Lee or Chuck Norris. Our guest today isn't that different but he was more fascinated with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Mr. Frank Hatsis was first introduced to martial arts with his brother on a taekwondo school, he did not turn back from there and his love for martial arts only grew deeper. Eventually, Mr. Frank Hatsis found his way into practicing rope dart, a traditional weapon in the Chinese martial arts. He is now practicing and teaching rope dart with the Rope Dart Academy. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the place and venue that martial artists go to most of the time, the Dojos and Dojangs. Dojos and Dojangs - Episode 313 As martial artists whether practitioner or instructor, we all go to one place to train, hone our skills, or improve our character. A place that is home to most of us, the dojos and dojangs. However, there seems to be a question that needs an answer, how much do we know about the origin of the place we train? On this episode, Jeremy talks about the history of the dojos and dojangs and how it became the place that it is today. We retrace the origins and the significance of the place in the history of martial arts. Listen to learn more!

Mr. Sherman Augustus is a Taekwondo practitioner, former athlete and he is a cast on the AMC show, Into the Badlands. My conversation to myself all the time was, I certainly don't want to let our audience down. Mr. Sherman Augustus - Episode 312 It is not all the time that we have a guest who appears on TV and in movies. So, it is really special when we have an actor here on the show especially if he or she is a martial artist off-the-camera. Mr. Sherman Augustus is "Nathaniel Moon" on the show "Into the Badlands" which is not a stranger to most of the listeners of the show. He is a veteran of the show business and he learned martial arts because his work as an actor called for it, which is a unique story among others. Mr. Sherman Augustus tells us his experiences with "Into the Badlands" and how his martial arts training gave him the edge for doing the role of only using his left hand. This is a fun-filled conversation that you surely don't want to miss. Listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about Wu Chi Kung Fu with Sifu Gary Cecil. Sifu Cecil is an author and a kung fu instructor from Minneapolis. Wu Chi Kung Fu with Sifu Gary Cecil - Episode 311 Martial Arts is a rich and evolving art that has a variety of styles, disciplines and philosophies. From Judo to Karate, there are more styles in the Martial Arts than you probably know. Sifu Gary Cecil, is a founder of Wu Chi, a style Kung Fu that does not only involve physical exercise but it's also a philosophical principle. On today's episode, Jeremy talks with Sifu Gary Cecil on Wu Chi Kung Fu. Sifu Cecil, a former guest on the show, breaks down both the origin and the principles of Wu Chi. Listen to find out more!

Mr. Donivan Blair is a martial arts instructor and practitioner from Texas. He is the bassist for the rock band, the Toadies. No matter what the task is, the skill, whatever, anybody can do anything if you practice it. It just takes drive and perseverance. Mr. Donivan Blair - Episode 310 How often do we hear martial artists start their journies when they see a martial arts movie as a kid? We do get that a lot and our guest today is not that different aside from one thing. Mr. Donivan Blair is a first-degree black belt in taekwondo, an author, and a musician who plays bass for the rock and roll band, the Toadies. Mr. Blaire had an ADHD when he was a kid and martial arts helped him with that. He and his brother turned to music and made it a successful career but never leaving the martial arts. Mr. Donivan Blair's journey to the martial arts has definitely helped him on his journey as a musician. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about common misconceptions with ice treatment and why it's necessary to stop icing injuries with Gary Reinl. Stop Icing Injuries with Gary Reinl - Episode 309 Putting ice on our bruises and injuries has been in practice for a long time and it's been generally used for recovery after a strenuous sports activity. Gary Reil believes otherwise which is why he is known to be the "anti-iceman." He believes that icing delays recovery, increases tissue damage and swelling. On this episode, Jeremy talks with Gary Reinl about the RICE protocol and why stop icing injuries. Gary Reinl is a sports medicine expert who has worked with a lot of professional athletes concerning strength building. He has written a book called ICED! that is full of scientific studies about why stop icing your injuries. Listen to find out why!

Sifu T.W. Smith is a martial arts instructor and practitioner who specializes in Chinese martial arts. He is the host of the KungFu Podcasts. They would pound me into the dirt but i had one thing that always worked for me and that was... I don't quit. I just keep on working. Sifu T.W. Smith - Episode 308 It is not a weekly affair that we have a guest who also does podcasts and today's guest is someone really special because he started podcasting a few years before whistlekick Martial Arts Radio started. On today's episode, we're joined by Sifu T.W. Smith who's the creator and host of the KungFu Podcasts that is the source for Chinese martial arts. Sifu Smith tells his story on the impact of his father's passing as well as the value of relationships that he had all throughout his journey as a martial artist. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about Muay Boran and other Martial Arts of Thailand. Muay Boran and other Martial Arts of Thailand - Episode 307 We may know Thailand as a country that has a rich and diverse culture, beautiful beaches, great food, and of course Muay Thai. Most of us know Muay Thai as the most popular martial art produced in Thailand but little did we know that there are several martial arts that are from this beautiful country. On this episode, Jeremy talks about Muay Boran and other martial arts of Thailand. Muay Boran, which literally means "ancient boxing", is the ancestor to the more famous martial art, Muay Thai. Listen to this episode if you want to learn more!

Master Danny Dring is a multi-disciplined martial arts practitioner, an author, and founder at Living Defense Martial Arts in Arkansas. If I don't believe in what I'm teaching, strongly enough, that i want to get better at it, then how am i gonna get anybody else better? Master Danny Dring - Episode 306 Not all martial artist has tried to own a school or even teach because it is such a huge responsibility. Master Danny Dring has been teaching since he learned taekwondo that he's made it out to college through teaching. Such character is very hard to achieve if you have no heart for service and teaching. Master Danny Dring's passion is rooted in humility and the experiences that he's acquired all throughout his martial arts career. Master Dring has a lot of disciplines under his belt which definitely aligned with his philosophy of always being a student.

On today's episode, Jeremy talks with a best-selling author, Matthew Polly, about his book entitled: Bruce Lee: A Life by Matthew Polly. Bruce Lee: A Life by Matthew Polly - Episode 305 Bruce Lee's life, unfortunately, ended before his last movie was finished filming but his legacy did not stop there. Today, Jeremy talks with Matthew Polly, a best-selling author of Bruce Lee: A Life, about Bruce Lee's life before his blockbuster movies, philosophy, and his legacy. Matthew Polly isn't a stranger to martial arts because he did train in a Shaolin temple in China earlier in his life. If there is someone that could be an authority for Bruce Lee's body of work, it's Matthew Polly. Listen to learn more!

Master Nia Sanchez is a taekwondo practitioner based originally in California. She won the 2014 Miss USA pageant. It goes to show just because you don't succeed at something the first time, it does not mean that you can't be successful. you just have to... work harder. Master Nia Sanchez - Episode 304 In recent years, participation of women in the martial arts has been greatly encouraged and our guest today is one of the frontrunners in that advocacy. Master Nia Sanchez was brought by his father to the martial arts to make her a tough and independent woman who can manage her own when she comes out into the world. Good fathering right? From then on, her love for the martial arts has only grown that she was able to learn several disciplines and she even made it her advocacy to teach martial arts to women when she won the Miss USA 2014 pageant. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the paradox of overweight martial artists and being healthy in the martial arts community. Paradox of Overweight Martial Artists - Episode 303 Being overweight or obesity has more downsides than upsides and that includes both the difficulty in teaching your students and to your own career and personal training as well. This episode isn't trying to hurt anyone's feelings but it explains the conflict between being overweight in the martial arts. If you are somehow bothered by the title alone, you may try listening to the episode to find out that this isn't against anyone in particular. On this episode, Jeremy explains the paradox of overweight martial artists when it comes to training, teaching, and fitness. Listen to learn more!

Kyosah Dennis Campo is a martial arts practitioner and a certified instructor by the Superfoot and Joe Lewis systems. Everybody defines success a little bit differently. For me, it's not about making a grandiose living, It's about the impact I have on people. Kyosah Dennis Campo - Episode 302 Most of us got inspiration to go into martial arts through the movies or to protect ourselves from bullies. Our guest today did not quite have a similar experience because according to him, he was forced into the martial arts and it was something he hated but never looked back since. Kyosah Dennis Campo holds a lot under his belt including certifications from the Superfoot and Joe Lewis systems. Kyosah Dennis Campo is the president and chief instructor at the Wisdom Way Martial Arts in New York. Kyosah Campo has an interesting journey into the martial arts and he is one of Joe Lewis' students that will surely continue his legacy for the future generation. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about some of the most important things to know on how to start a martial arts school. How to Start a Martial Arts School - Episode 301 For those who are planning to build a Martial Arts school, there are surely a lot of things that are going through your mind such as how to begin? Is this for me? Will it have enough profit? These are questions that are perfectly normal for someone who's trying to venture into the business of martial arts. On this episode, Jeremy talks about how to start a martial arts school and the things that should be taken into account before starting. We are lucky because Jeremy has an experience with running a school and he gives us his interesting views on how to start a martial arts school. Listen if you want to learn more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks with Mr. Daniel Hartz and Master Brendan Goodall for whistlekick Martial Arts Radio Episode 300. Episode 300 whistlekick Martial Arts Radio proudly presents another milestone with Episode 300. Jeremy is joined by good friends Mr. Daniel Hartz and Master Brendan Goodall as they celebrate Episode 300. Lots of good conversation, questions submitted from the live audience and even a few surprises. Enjoy! [app_audio src=""]

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about one of the most important names in martial arts, founder of Judo, Jigoro Kano. Jigoro Kano - Episode 299 Jigoro Kano's life's work and contribution to the martial arts is next to legendary. Kano Jigoro, in traditional Japanese, founded judo and made it the first martial art sport in the Olympics. Jigoro Kano is a loyal student that made him a successor to his master, therefore, cementing his name as one of the martial arts most important individuals. He was a member of the International Olympic Committee and other important organizations in the martial arts. Jigoro Kano was a multi-disciplined martial artist and jiujitsu was on his belt. Listen to this episode and find out more about the life and works of Jigoro Kano.

Kru John Johnston is a martial arts practitioner and self-defense instructor from Massachusetts. Kru Johnston is the owner and founder at Ironclad Martial Arts. Your life isn't over just because you can't do something anymore. You can make your life better and that's what I did, I made my life better... Kru John Johnston - Episode 298 Our guest today started his journey to the martial arts as a child who was brought to a class by his parents. As many of our guests here on the show, Kru John Johnston had his life changed by martial arts since he started. Kru John Johnston was a kid who had an attitude and he learned a lot about humility and respect through martial arts. Later in his life, Kru Johnston unexpectedly found martial arts in the form of Muay Thai and then he founded his own school that offers martial arts and self-defense classes. His journey to the martial arts is interesting, inspiring and a testament that martial arts never goes away whatever path we choose. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks with Sensei Scott Bolon and Master Brendan Goodall about the latest series online, Cobra Kai. Cobra Kai - Episode 297 Youtube Red's latest series, Cobra Kai, is a good spin-off from the original Karate Kid movie. It was so good, we had to put two episodes on this one that you are going to love. There are absolutely no spoilers in this episode so you can listen to its entirety. Jeremy is joined by Sensei Bolon and Master Goodall to discuss their reactions to the Cobra Kai series. They talked about the themes and the importance of the Cobra Kai series to both martial artists who grew up on the Karate Kid movies as well as with the younger generation of martial artists. Listen to learn more!

Mr. John English is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from New Hampshire. He is the founder and instructor at KIMAC. At that age, I wasn't thinking about a business failing. I was just thinking, I love this, this is my career, and it's gonna work... Mr. John English - Episode 296 Getting into the martial arts for the most of us was our parents bringing us to the dojo or the school. However, Mr. John English's introduction to the arts had to be his own decision because of his fear of getting beat up when he goes to high school. As an overweight kid, martial arts hasn't only taught Mr. John English self-defense but he learned both a disciplined life and confidence in himself. Later on, Mr. John English founded a school that brought hardships in his life that taught him a lot both as an instructor and business owner. Today, Karate International Martial Arts Center is one of the top martial arts school in the state of New Hampshire. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the USA Taekwondo lawsuit and sex scandal that involves Jean and Stephen Lopez. USA Taekwondo Lawsuit and Sex Scandal - Episode 295 This is an issue that will, directly and indirectly, affect every martial arts practitioner, instructors, school owners and even fans because of its magnitude. Two of the most prominent and biggest names that have ever practiced Taekwondo in the US, Olympic gold medalists Jean and Stephen Lopez, has been involved in a lawsuit and sex scandal that allegedly has been going on for more than a decade. This issue puts both Taekwondo and the whole martial arts community in a bad light from spectators outside the community. What do we do to help the martial arts "survive" this issue? What can we do to stop this from happening to other students of martial arts that we are supposed to protect from this? Listen to Jeremy as he gives his take on this sensitive issue.

Grandmaster John Graham is a multi-disciplined martial arts practitioner and instructor from Alabama. Grandmaster John Graham - Episode 294 Having served in the military and police force most of his life, martial arts has taught him how to be non-violent and not the other way around. Grandmaster John Graham was a boxer when he joined the military but he, later on, went into martial arts after he saw a class in a military office. From then on, Grandmaster John Graham has practiced several disciplines including karate and kung fu. Grandmaster Graham is one of the closest people to Joe Lewis and Superfoot Bill Wallace and he's told us some of the most interesting stories about their friendship. Grandmaster Graham's passion for service and martial arts is truly inspiring. Listen to find out more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about Taekwondo's widely regarded founder and one of its most influential and controversial figures, General Choi Hong Hi. Choi Hong Hi - Episode 293 There's no significant person in Taekwondo that has been honored and unfortunately disowned than Choi Hong Hi. General Choi is widely known as the founder of taekwondo but some of his colleagues accused him of spreading propaganda in favor of himself. Despite this, General Choi Hong Hi's contribution to the martial arts can't be disregarded. His journey hasn't been pleasant most of the time due to the reality that he grew up during the war, yet it hasn't stopped him from spreading the martial art of Taekwondo. Listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about the similarities between martial arts and business. Similarities Between Martial Arts and Business - Episode 291 It is not a secret that, just like any other sport, martial arts is a business but we are not talking about it as a business. The question that we now ask is whether martial arts have similarities with business? Integrity, discipline, serving people are some of the similarities that we can find between martial arts and business. On today's episode, Jeremy talks about his personal view based on his experiences on this subject and how continuing to learn new things is one of the glaring similarity between martial arts and business. Listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about one of the most underrated Martial Arts actor, director and fight choreographer of our time, Sammo Hung. Talking Sammo Hung - Episode 289 He's been with almost 300 martial arts films where he either starred, directed or produced. No, his name is not Jackie, he is Sammo Hung. Although he's joined forces with Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Donnie Yen and even Bruce Lee, he hasn't received the popularity that these famed actors have. With over four decades on both the Hong Kong and Hollywood film scenes, Sammo Hung has had few setbacks when it comes to his career as a filmmaker. Having been started in the opera school with Jackie Chan and Yuen Biao, his talent as an actor and filmmaker has been underrated. Listen to Jeremy as he talks about the inspiring journey of Sammo Hung.

Master Tim Smith is a martial arts practitioner, instructor and an anti-bullying advocate based in Durango, Colorado. I can always spot the one that I know who's gonna make it to black belt and above. they have something a little bit different in their eyes. I think that they were destined to wear black belts on them. Master Tim Smith - Episode 288 How do we address the problem of bullying in the school and community if it's considered a part of growing up? Master Smith was a shy kid with a speech problem who began a massive life transformation when he saw Bruce Lee's Enter the Dragon. That movie became the beginning of his passion for the martial arts, and he hasn't stopped training since. His personal experiences with bullying led him to start a bullying awareness program in his area. Like many of the best advocates, he took something that was originally a negative impact on his life and used that experience to better the lives of others. Listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about the next generation of martial artists and their role in the future of martial arts. The Next Generation and Martial Arts - Episode 287 On today's episode, Jeremy looks at some of the emails from you, listeners, and he came across a very interesting question about the present and upcoming martial artists. Before our generation of martial artists, the so-called "blood-and-guts" era, martial arts is believed to be rough where no kids are allowed and only the tough ones both physically and mentally are meant to stick around. Jeremy talks about how "soft" martial arts have become and his personal views about the future of the martial arts. Listen to learn more!

Sifu Ken Gullette is an Internal Arts practitioner, podcaster, and instructor at Ken Gullette's Internal Fighting Arts. Don't check your brain at the door of a martial arts school. Maintain your critical thinking, don't put your teachers in pedestals... Shifu Ken Gullette - Episode 286 Today's guest started his journey to the martial arts the same as most of us. Sifu Ken Gullette is proud to be part of the "Bruce Lee Boom" when people started training martial arts after watching his films. But there is more to Sifu Gullette than meets the eye, he looked through the martial arts, beyond the movements and techniques because he saw the importance of the philosophy of the arts. Sifu Ken Gullette has a lot of interesting stories so, listen to learn more!

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the life and career of one of the most celebrated international martial arts actor of our time, Chow Yun Fat. Chow Yun Fat - Episode 285 Chow Yun Fat's career is a mixture of ups and downs that started from humble beginnings in Hong Kong. He had various works from postman to being a taxi driver until he found himself in the movie reels. He has been included in different films that were both a failure and success. One of those very successful films was "The Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" that made him a favorite name in martial arts movies. How did he become a great martial arts actor when he didn't have any formal training? Listen to find out more about Chow Yun Fat.

Mr. Larry Zickefoose is a martial arts practitioner and an instructor at Karate Town USA. Mr. Zickefoose is now based in Kentucky. I didn't care what style it was. If there was one near me, I'd go down and work out with them... Mr. Larry Zickefoose - Episode 284 Most the martial artists find inspiration to get into the martial arts through the wonders of movies and television. Mr. Larry Zickefoose is not so different but he was inspired tremendously by his father. Mr. Zickefoose devoted his time as a child, reading his beloved Black Belt Magazine and his passion for the sport has never waned. He is a veteran of the martial ars with over 50 years of training with some of the greats. Today, he is a passionate student and instructor. Listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy talks about why not only experts and black belts have something to teach, but so is everyone else. Episode 283 - Everyone has Something to Teach Expertise is a good thing. It enables individuals to teach knowledge that they have acquired through years and years of training and studying a particular martial arts discipline. Do we ever stop learning? On this episode, Jeremy talks about how everyone has something to teach because of his belief that nothing is really the right way. Everyone has their own lesson to teach and even the white belts can somehow teach his master about something that only a newcomer can do. Listen to learn more!

Shifu Jonathan Bluestein is a martial arts practitioner and an organic gardener. He is a lawyer and an author from Israel. But when you teach it to others and you review it, again and again and again, then you can extract more from them... Shifu Jonathan Bluestein - Episode 282 Who would've thought that gardening and martial arts go together? Shifu Jonathan Bluestein has been gardening different types of fruit-bearing plants and he uses his martial arts discipline in the process. A lawyer and an author of several books, Shifu Bluestein is deeply knowledgeable about the Chinese culture and the reality of practicing Chinese martial arts. He explains what's ideal if you plan to travel for training. Interested? Listen to find out more!

On this episode, Jeremy interviews the author of the book The True Believers, Louis Martin. Louis Martin: Author of The True Believers - Episode 281 Ever wonder about the dark side of martial arts? On today's episode, Jeremy talks with author Louis Martin about his book, The True Believers. They talked about the side of martial arts that is not openly discussed by both practitioners and trainers that touches fanaticism, abuse of power and ego to say the least. Louis Martin was part of a martial arts school for seven years where he experienced things that made him think about his future in the martial arts. While he never used the word, some might have considered his school a martial arts cult. Listen to find out more about this interesting subject.

Mr. Gene Ching is a martial arts practitioner and publisher of the Kung Fu Tai Chi Magazine. Mr. Gene Ching - Episode 280 Our guest today had been exposed to the martial arts at an early age when he was playing with toy weapons at home. Mr. Gene Ching is from a family of martial artists and he has found his success not only in handling weapons but through writing for the martial arts community as well. Mr. Ching has trained with a lot of martial arts greats and his story is definitely inspiring. Listen to find out more about Mr. Gene Ching.

On this episode, Jeremy once again talks with Sensei Rob Domaschuk about his 30 Days of Martial Arts Challenge. 30 Days of Martial Arts Challenge - Episode 279 Sensei Rob Domaschuk is once again joined by Jeremy to talk about the interesting 30 Days of Martial Arts Challenge. How many times do you train in a week? Most of us devote the weekend or one weeknight for our martial arts training because we can't really train that much without work or school coming on our way. Sensei Domaschuk has found a way to address this by training 1 hour or even 5 minutes at home or anywhere and it's quite effective. He discusses his 30-day challenge and how martial artists can maximize this to its full potential. Listen to learn more!

Mr. Shawn Twing is a Taekwondo practitioner and instructor from Vermont with a strong family legacy of martial arts. So, I'm bowing to the rank in most of the situations, but I don't respect the rank. I respect the person... Mr. Shawn Twing - Episode 278 Humility is difficult for many people to learn, including martial artists. Our guest today grew up in a tradition of humility, an approach that was instilled by his father. Mr. Shawn Twing is considered a Master in his tradition, but, being a Mister is something he's just, as if not more, proud of. On the topics of martial arts titles, to giving respect and more, Mr. Shawn Twing is a down to earth guy who's inspiring to talk with. Listen to find out more!