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Kera Radke is a Martial Arts practitioner and instructor. Kera is a co-owner of Lake Zurich Family Martial Arts in Illinois. I've also had like some super shy kids, totally surprise me and turn out to be amazing instructors as well. If you want be a teacher, I can make you a teacher. I don't care if you're shy, if you're extroverted, whatever the case may be. If you really have that desire, I'll make it happen. Kera Radke - Episode 820 Training in Martial Arts as a hobby is quite common but making a career out of it is another level. Kera Radke's passion for martial arts started as a hobby but eventually became a career. After becoming a school teacher, Kera continued to teach martial arts as a part-time hobby. Eventually, Kera took a leave of absence from teaching and taught at her friend's school for several years before finally opening her own martial arts school in 2017. In this episode, Kera Radke, the co-owner of Lake Zurich Family Martial Arts, highlights the numerous benefits of training, such as increased physical fitness, improved confidence, and the development of essential life skills like discipline and perseverance. She also emphasizes the importance of changing up activities frequently to keep students engaged and the challenge of balancing her own training with running the studio. Show notes You may check out more about Kera Radke: www.facebook.com/lzfma instagram - @lzfma YouTube - @LZFMA This episode is sponsored by Kataaro.com

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about how Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities benefits everyone. Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities - Episode 819 Is martial arts strictly for self-defense applications, or is it only effective inside a dojo? Surprisingly, martial arts principles can be applied to everyday life. For example, being mindful of how you place groceries in your car, choosing healthier snacks, or even closing everything with kicks. There are great benefits to approaching everyday tasks with the same discipline and attention to detail that martial arts training requires. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss how adding martial arts to everyday activities can improve physical and mental health, reduce stress, and help individuals become better versions of themselves. After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below!

Sensei Gage Hanlon is a martial artist and instructor. He is the Kataaro brand Marketing Director. You get to watch this kid, this person go from where they start at and just looking back on their accumulation of 2, 3, 4 years and seeing who they have become and what little part you play in that.. It's just extremely rewarding. Sensei Gage Hanlon - Episode 818 The dream of becoming a Martial Artist usually starts with the love for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles which is the case for Sensei Gage Hanlon. Sensei Hanlon recalls how he got started in martial arts as a kindergartener when he wanted to be a Ninja turtle. His love and obsession for martial arts drove him to train consistently and compete in tournaments. In this episode, Sensei Gage Hanlon talks about his Martial Arts Journey from a student to a school owner himself. Sensei Gage also shares his aspirations for Kataaro and his students, encouraging listeners to explore new opportunities and invest in themselves.. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Sensei Greg Hanlon: Facebook: Gage Hanlon If you have questions, email Sensei Hanlon at [email protected]

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about the 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts and its controversies. 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts - Episode 817 Every martial artist has the right to determine their own definition of martial arts and what it means to them. What is most important is that the martial artist is happy with their training and feels that they are growing as a person. This is enabled by the 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts that is discussed by Jeremy and Adam in this episode. Tune in to learn more about the six freedoms and why they are so essential to the martial arts community. After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Comment down below!

Sensei Benny "the Jet" Urquidez is a Martial Arts practitioner, teacher, and actor. Sensei Urquidez is a legendary Kickboxing champion who helped grow the sport. I never try to hurt somebody because to me, If I hurt them especially if they have a family, I'm taking their livelihood from them. I don't have that right… I just knock them out. Sensei Benny "The Jet" Urquidez - Episode 816 Growing up in a family of combat sports athletes can be beneficial to some, and that was certainly the case with Sensei Benny Urquidez, one of the most sought-after guests on the podcast. Sensei Urquidez, popularly known as Benny "The Jet", was exposed to the world of fighting from a young age, beginning his competitive career in boxing at the age of five. His love of fighting only grew from there, and he eventually transitioned to kickboxing, where he made a name for himself as one of the most dominant fighters of his time. In addition to his success in the ring, Sensei Urquidez was also famous as a stunt coordinator in movies such as Road House and Bloodmatch, among others. He was also a pioneer of kickboxing, playing a significant role in its development and growth. He was also a pioneer of kickboxing, playing a significant role in its development and growth. In this episode, Sensei Benny Urquidez talks about his Martial Arts Journey both as a teacher and a fighter, as well as his experiences working in Hollywood films. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Yuri Lowenthal and his work on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0882054/ Or you can follow Sensei Urquidez on the following Platforms: Bennythejet.com Benny Urquidez - Facebook @RealBennythejet, instagram Bennythejet.Teachable.com

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about why Ranks below Black belt fade over time. Ranks Below Black Belt Fade Over Time - Episode 815 Blackbelt is often regarded as a coveted title in the Martial Arts world while ranks below it are not. Blackbelts are often treated with great respect and honor, while lower ranks may be asked to start over at a white belt level or to take a few months of classes before being tested and evaluated for a blackbelt again. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about why Ranks below blackbelt fade over time and whether is there a need to revisit the treatment of black belts as a title, and the potential consequences of this treatment. After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below

Mr. Yuri Lowenthal is a Martial Arts Practitioner and Enthusiast. He appeared as the voice actor for Spiderman, Goku, and Superman to say the least. I went to New York from Japan and while I was there, I've found a Kung Fu and Wushu school. I knew after checking out the school, I finally found what I really love about Martial Arts. It had that fluid quality that I wanted. They were not focusing on sparring all the time. The Chinese instructor just wanted people to study Kung Fu. Mr. Yuri Lowenthal - Episode 814 Mr. Yuri Lowenthal, a self-proclaimed nerdy kid, grew up in the 80s as Kung Fu movies and Anime started to gain popularity. Mr. Lowenthal's interest in martial arts began when his dad was working for USAID in West Africa, where they found a Korean teacher who taught Tae Kwon Do to the Nigerian police. Lowenthal's love for Japanese culture led him to Japan, where he studied the language and joined a Shaolin Kempo Club. He even fronted an American music band at the invitation of one of the Japanese students he met. At present, when Mr. Yuri Lowenthal has free time, he does voice acting for our most beloved characters in animated films and games such as Spiderman, Goku, Superman, Final Fantasy and so much more. In this episode, Mr. Yuri Lowenthal talks about his Martial Arts Journey, his passion for its history, and his fascination for Eastern cultures. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Yuri Lowenthal and his work on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0523180/ Follow Yuri on @yurilowenthal on both IG and Twitter!

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the different Kid Games for Martial Arts and how it benefits everyone. Kid Games for Martial Arts - Episode 813 Games are not only for children but also for kids at heart. The reason why everyone loves to play is because of our innate love for enjoyment. This trait makes games a tool for martial artists to learn and develop their skills. Do you incorporate games in your dojo? In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the different Kid Games for Martial Arts and how it benefits everyone. After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it.

Shifu Demitri Daniels is a Martial Arts practitioner and TikTok star known as Jade Jackhammer. I was bragging two of my Kung Fu brothers about it. Because I was like, yeah, dude that was so cool. I kicked this dude's butt in the street. People were all like yelling and my teacher overheard it and I got in trouble… Shifu Demitri Daniels - Episode 812 Shifu Demitri Daniels started training in martial arts when he was five years old, as all the males in his family had done some form of martial arts. His father practiced Tai Chi, while his brothers and cousins practiced karate. However, Shifu Daniels was the only one who got the chance to train in Kung Fu. He found it to be really cool and had a lot of fun with it. Shifu Demitri Daniels, also known as the Jade Jackhammer, is a social media content creator and he's become famous in TikTok. In this episode, Shifu Demitri Daniels talks about his journey promoting Shaolin culture in the US and in China. He also shared about his upcoming made-for-tv Martial Arts series called the Legendary Masters Council. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Shifu Demitri Daniels and his cool stuff on TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jadejackhammer

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew use a word association game to see if Jeremy can relate random words to martial arts! Martial Arts Word Association 6 - Episode 811 Here at whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, we like to mix things up once in a while. We're going to do "Martial Arts Word Association" where Andrew gives Jeremy a random word that he could connect to martial arts. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss randomly generated topics from dog food to ceiling fan. Find out how they relate it to martial arts! After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below!

Professor Dan "Super Dan" Anderson is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor, and the founder of American Freestyle Karate. My feet said, Get off your ass, boy, we're heading for Bruce Lee. And I don't know what I'm going to say. It's like, oh, man, what do I say? I don't know what I would say. So I get up in front of him, I actually walked right in front of him. I cut off his path and I said, excuse me, you're Mr. Bruce Lee, aren't you? ","resolvedBy":"embedly","width":"600","height":"90","providerName":"Libsyn"}" data-block-type="22"> Professor Dan Anderson - Episode 810 Who would've thought that our show's legendary guest today was a failed baseball player before training in Martial Arts? No matter how uncommon martial arts was back in the 60s and there were only two dojos in Portland at the time, Professor Dan Anderson pursued training in martial arts. Eventually, Professor Anderson would create the American Freestyle Karate, a uniquely American Martial Art. Super Dan, as he is widely known, has a 10th Degree Black Belt in Karate, a 6th Degree Black Belt (Senior Master) in Filipino Modern Arnis, and a 9th Degree Black Belt in MA80 System Arnis/Eskrima. He is a 4-time national karate champion and world champion, having won over 70 Grand Titles! He has taught all over the world as well as authored/produced over 50 books and DVDs. In this episode, Professor Dan "Super Dan" Anderson talks about his journey into martial arts and encounters with other Legends such as Bruce Lee and Remy Presas among others. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Professor Super Dan Anderson and his books by visiting his websites: https://superdanonlinelibrary.com and https://superdanonlineacademy.com/

In this episode, Andrew and Jeremy talk about why the right Kicking technique is important for Martial Artists. Discussions on Kicking - Episode 809 Most people just do what they are taught in the dojo and don't question whether there could be something better. Questioning and modifying techniques when learning how to kick is vital to make them work better for themselves. In this episode, Andrew and Jeremy talk about why the right kicking technique is important for every Martial Artists. After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below!

Mr. Rick Worthy is a Martial Arts practitioner and an accomplished TV and Film actor. I kept asking myself, what do I want to do? Well.. I want this character to live on the page. I want to bring in the light. I think I got to figure out how to do it. Mr. Rick Worthy - Episode 808 Some of you may recognize him from various film and TV series such as Gossip Girl, Washington Black, Supernatural, and so much more. Mr. Rick Worthy started training at age 9 in Detroit, where he grew up. He started in a time when martial arts wasn't taught to children. Mr. Worthy trained in Taekwondo when he successfully persuaded his parents after seeing Bruce Lee repeatedly in the cinema. This passion remained with Mr. Worthy as he went on another journey to Hollywood as an actor. In this episode, Mr. Rick Worthy talks about his journey into martial arts as well as the many tv series under his belt. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Mr. Rick Worthy on IMDB or follow him on Instagram

In this episode, Jeremy is joined by Sensei Craig Wharem and Tashi Mark Warner who answer questions about Martial Arts. Conversations on Martial Arts with Mark and Craig - Episode 807 In this episode, Jeremy is joined by Sensei Craig Wharem and Tashi Mark Warner who answer questions about Martial Arts. Some of the questions include: When do we release the book, Women in Martial Arts What happens when someone wants to train but something is wrong physically How do you restore yourself plus more! After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Comment down below!

Sensei Nick Taber is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, personal trainer, and podcaster based in Massachusetts. Before you get others to care about what you're doing, you have to show that you care about them. If you do that then you're golden. You teach the tenets, but you have to show how you live those and where they could improve… Sensei Nick Taber - Episode 806 Most martial artists trained because of bullying and parents asked them to do so. However Sensei Nick Taber, started his journey when he got bored with Tee Ball as a young kid and for his love of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. In fact, he could never forget the smell the first time he went inside a Dojo. Sensei Nick Taber fell in love with martial arts because his Sensei never treated him as an inferior student. Presently, he took over Sensei Eric Gifford's Cha-Sin-do after he retired. He is also a fitness coach. He is the host of the Real Talks with Sensei Nick Podcast. In this episode, Sensei Nick Taber talks about his journey to the martial arts with his Cerebral Palsy and his style Cha-sin-do. Sensei Taber also talks about why humor is needed as a tenant of martial arts. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Sensei Nick Taber at nicktaberfitness.com or follow Sensei Taber on Instagram

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the Unintended Consequences of Guilt in Martial Arts. The Unintended Consequences of Guilt - Episode 805 As martial arts teachers, we often say things or let our students feel to make them guilty for not coming to train. We often use guilt as a motivator but there are consequences to be faced if we do this. How do we avoid this tendency when we talk to people, especially the ones we teach or train with? In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the Unintended Consequences of Guilt in Martial Arts. After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below ✅Subscribe to whistlekick Martial Arts Radio on the following platforms: 🎧Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3mVnZmf 🎧Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3yHVdHQ 🎧Google: https://bit.ly/3kLSpo8 ✅You can find whistlekick on all social media platforms using the handle @whistlekick or visit our website at https://www.whistlekick.com or https://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com

Master Kellie Thomas is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor and founder of the Taekwondo K.I.C.K.S in Vermont. The reason why I'm teaching is to help people increase their self confidence and self worth because I lacked that growing up. I would share to my older students that I was suicidal high school through college. Taekwondo SAVED my life… Master Kellie Thomas - Episode 804 Our guest today started her journey as a young kid because her father wanted her to learn self-defense. Master Kellie Thomas felt like an outcast in her own school but in the dojo, she felt she belonged. Master Thomas struggled in her life as a suicidal and according to her, she was saved by Taekwondo. She has a passion for teaching and a dream of having her own Taekwondo class but it doesn't become a reality later in her life. Presently, Master Thomas is an instructor and founder of the Taekwondo K.I.C.K.S in Vermont. In this episode, Master Kellie Thomas talks about her journey into martial arts and how it helped her with life struggles. With the hardships she overcame in life, Master Kellie Thomas continues to impart her wisdom with children whenever she teaches. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Master Kellie Thomas and her school at tkdkicks.net

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew use a word association game to see if Jeremy can relate random words to martial arts! Martial Arts Word Association 5 - Episode 803 Here at whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, we like to mix things up once in a while. We're going to do "Martial Arts Word Association" where Andrew gives Jeremy a random word that he could connect to martial arts. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss randomly generated topics from dog food to ceiling fans. Find out how they relate it to martial arts! After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below!

Senior Master of the Arts Jeff Speakman is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor, actor, and one of the legendary figures in Martial arts. Learn form the best, play with the best. If you want to advance yourself intellectually, hang out with smart people and learn the courage to shut up. And sit and listen and take in the brilliance of who and what they are. Appreciate it and give yourself permission to be changed by that. Senior Master of the Arts Jeff Speakman - Episode 802 Our guest today needs absolutely no introduction. Senior Master of the Arts Jeff Speakman is inducted at the Black Belt Hall of Fame, the World Martial Arts Hall of Fame and the Masters Hall of Fame. Currently, Senior Master of the Arts Speakman resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he oversees the largest Kenpo 5.0 Martial Art organization in the world, the JSK5.0, and operates the Jeff Speakman's Kenpo 5.0 franchise schools now in 18 countries. In this episode, Senior Master of the Arts Jeff Speakman talks about his journey into martial arts and why there is a lost potential for Kenpo. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about about Senior Master of the Arts Jeff Speakman on his website at jeffspeakmanlv.com To know more about Senior Master of the Arts Jeff Speakman's work as an actor, check out IMDB: https://www.imdb.com

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams take on a special edition of the Rapid Fire Question and Answers. Rapid Fire Q&A #23 - Episode 801 Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams tackle a series of questions, comments, and reviews from you, the listeners, and some guests in the form of a Rapid Fire Q&A. Here are some of the questions they tried to answer: How competitive is too competitive? What would a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle martial arts school look like? Listen to the episode for more questions! After listening to the questions and answers, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section below!

In this very special episode, Jeremy and Andrew are joined by the whistlekick family for the podcast's 800th episode! Episode 800 In this very special episode, Jeremy and Andrew are joined by the whistlekick family for the podcast's 800th episode! Jeremy starts by looking back at the very first episode and how it got to the 800th. Also, hear from our friends and guests who've helped whistlekick through the years. Listen to learn more! After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it.

Episode 800 Announcement In this episode, Andrew and Jeremy tell us about the upcoming LIVE broadcast of Episode 800!

In this episode, Andrew and Jeremy along with Victor Guarino talk about why Martial Arts is a Constant Experiment. Martial Arts is a Constant Experiment - Episode 799 Are you ready to get nerdy? Each individual training in martial arts are not the same, each one needs to adapt to his or her physical abilities. Would you agree that every aspect of Martial Arts is a constant experimentation? In this episode, Andrew and Jeremy along with Victor Guarino talk about why Martial Arts is a Constant Experiment. Listen to learn more! After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below!

Kyobumbnim Becky Bartlett is a martial arts practitioner, mother of three, and an actress out of Arkansas. I started martial arts and acting way later in life. As long as I breathing and living, I will just keep on engaging in these opportunities that come. I don't know how far I'll get but I'm along for the ride. Kyobumnim Becky Bartlett - Episode 798 Training in Martial Arts later in life may be difficult for most people but there are some exceptions. Kyobumnim Becky Bartlett is one of those who developed a passion for martial arts at a later age, that is after her third and final child. Growing up in a supportive family, Kyobumnim Bartlett tried a lot of sports and has no intention whatsoever of engaging in martial arts not until one of her children wanted to try taekwondo along with her cousins. After trying a few sessions, a fire was lit inside her upon discovering that a taekwondo class is way more engaging than a regular workout. As a result, she ended up raising her kids on the mat and found herself training until today. Kyobumnim Becky Bartlett is a martial arts practitioner, mother of three, and an actress out of Arkansas. I started martial arts and acting way later in life. As long as I breathing and living, I will just keep on engaging in these opportunities that come. I don't know how far I'll get but I'm along for the ride. ","resolvedBy":"embedly","width":600,"height":90,"providerName":"Libsyn","customThumbEnabled":false,"thumbnailUrl":"https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/148484325"}" data-block-type="22"> Kyobumnim Becky Bartlett - Episode 798 Training in Martial Arts later in life may be difficult for most people but there are some exceptions. Kyobumnim Becky Bartlett is one of those who developed a passion for martial arts at a later age, and that is after her third and final child. Growing up in a supportive family, Kyobumnim Bartlett tried a lot of sports and has no intention whatsoever of engaging in martial arts not until one of her children wanted to try taekwondo along with her cousins. After trying a few sessions, a fire was lit inside her upon discovering that a taekwondo class is way more engaging than a regular workout. As a result, she ended up raising her kids on the mat and found herself training until today. Presently, Kyobumnim Becky is an Actress and can be seen in National Commercials, Film, and can be heard as a Voice Actor on commercials and an upcoming animated series. Along with others, Kyobumnim advocates women's empowerment and the importance of self-defense for women. In this episode, Kyobumnim Becky Bartlett talks about her journey into the martial arts and her passion for fighting against human trafficking. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about about Kyobumnim Becky Artlett at www.beckybartlett.com, and Instagram @beckybartlettactress To know more about Kyobumnim Bartlett's work as an actress, check out IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9460666/?ref_=hm_prof_name In this episode, Kyobumnim Becky Bartlett talks about her journey into the martial arts and her passion for fighting against human trafficking. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about about Kyobumnim Becky Artlett at www.beckybartlett.com, and Instagram @beckybartlettactress To know more about Kyobumnim Bartlett's work as an actress, check out IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9460666/?ref_=hm_prof_name

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams are joined by Victor Guarino to take on the Ethics of Sponsorships. The Ethics of Sponsorships - Episode 797 Trust is essential when it comes to sponsorships. Why? Because people trust the people who market these products. Although sponsors give compensation, there's a certain expectation on influencers that the products they endorse are working because they personally use them. In this very special episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams are joined by Shihan Victor Guarino to take on the Ethics of Sponsorships. Shihan Guarino shares his story about selecting sponsors that fit for whistlekick. After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it.

Kyoshi Eric Menard is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor, and founder of the Eric Menard's Complete Martial Arts Academy. I always thought when I get a black belt that this light will open up and you will have all the answers. But that's not how it works. You don't have all the answers and people think that blackbelt's the end but it's not. It's the beginning of your training. Everything you learned is just the basics or the fundamentals, you build on all that… Kyoshi Eric Menard - Episode 796 Kyoshi Eric Menard wants to be a lot of things but becoming a martial artist was one of his dreams. Starting at an early age of 7, Kyoshi Menard has always had the passion for training that he carried until today. Presently, he teaches at his own school, the Eric Menard's Complete Martial Arts Academy in New Hampshire. In this episode, Kyoshi Eric Menard discusses his journey to martial arts and how he knew that martial arts was his destiny. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Kyoshi Eric Menard on their website at https://cma-martialarts.com Like and subscribe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompleteMartialArtsAcademy/ or Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/CMAMartialArtsNashua

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the difference between Crimes of Intent VS Opportunity. Crimes of Intent VS Opportunity - Episode 795 Crimes happen everyday. It could happen to us randomly or for some reason someone has been planning something bad for some time. As martial artists, we are trained to somehow protect ourselves against these. But how do we at least avoid being confronted with a crime? In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the difference between Crimes of Intent VS Opportunity and how martial artists respond to them. After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it.

Sifu Rick Cropper is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor, and founder of the Kaizen League. I'll credit it to sparring. We whack each other but we love each other, we trust each other, we push each other, nobody's got weird attitude at all. We're there to improve but we're there to help each other. It helps keep me accountable to everything I do… Sifu Rick Cropper - Episode 792 Internationally recognized holder of a 8th degree black belt in the Chuan-Fa branch of Kajukenbo self-defense system. Master Rick Cropper is one of the most widely respected, and highly sought after Black Belt instructors in the Pacific Northwest. Having Over 50 years of martial art experience and having taught thousands of martial art students, Master Cropper's teaching style and methods are highly praised. Master Cropper's accolades are many, including training multiple Black Belt World Champions, ranked in the top 21 sports karate school in the world, promoter of the Mighty River Classic Martial Art Tournament, and promoting many students to black belts, including master rank. In this high-octane, energetic, and FUN episode, Sifu Rick Cropper talks about his journey to the martial arts, future goals, and his tournament, the Kaizen League. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Sifu Rick Cropper on mightyriverclassic.com

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew use a word association game to see if Jeremy can relate random words to martial arts! Martial Arts Word Association 4 - Episode 793 Here at whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, we like to mix things up once in a while. We're going to do "Martial Arts Word Association" where Andrew gives Jeremy a random word that he could connect to martial arts. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss randomly generated topics from tire iron to LEGO and sled. Find out how they relate it to martial arts! After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below!

Master Candidate Stephen Brayton is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor and author of fiction novels. Every testing I get nervous. Every martial artists who does testing and competitions, if they're not nervous, they don't care. Nervousness shows that you care. It's the ability of taking that nervousness to be the energy that you need to perform to satisfaction… ","resolvedBy":"embedly","width":"600","height":"90","providerName":"Libsyn"}" data-block-type="22"> Master Candidate Stephen Brayton - Episode 792 Master Candidate Stephen Brayton is a Sixth Degree Black Belt in the American Taekwondo Association. When he's not writing stories, he's writing blogs and social media posts as a Marketing Associate for Mapcon Technologies in Johnston, Iowa. He lives about an hour and a half away from two supportive and loving parents and two and a half hours away from a younger sister, her husband, and three beautiful nieces. In this episode, Master Candidate Stephen Brayton talks about his journey to the martial arts and how he added martial arts into his fiction writing novels. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out more about Master Candidate Stephen Brayton on Facebook or visit his websites: www.braytonsbookbuzz.wordpress.com www.stephenbrayton.wordpress.com Follow him on Twitter: @SLBrayton

Sue Roberts is a Martial Arts practitioner, author, and host of the Conversations on Karate Podcast. A Black Belt Journey with Sue Roberts - Episode 791 Getting a black belt is a memorable spectacle in our journey as martial artists, let alone getting the first one. Sue Roberts, a brown belt who got her first black belt, shares us what the journey is like to get one. We hear what Joe Andrews, Sue's instructor, has to say about her journey as well. Sue is the host of the Conversations on Karate Podcast along with Greg Lynham. In this very special episode, we take a look on Sue Robert's journey from a brown belt to a black belt. Like a documentary, we cover the before, during, and after her black belt examination. You'll surely relate to Sue's story whether you've been training for 6 months or 60 years. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out Sue's facebook page: www.facebook.com/conversationsonkarate Get her book on Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/8L44mhz Listen to the Conversations on Karate Podcast

Hanshi Steven Johnson is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor, and President of the National Karate Jujitsu Federation, USA-International. People from all places saying, you're not this, you're not that… I'm a higher rank… Who cares? To me, it's about the arts, the training, the character, the integrity… Hanshi Steven Johnson - Episode 790 If you idolize Bruce Lee, chances are high that you will train in martial arts one way or the other. Hanshi Steven Johnson was a kid who ran away from home with her sister. Later on, he found a common martial arts lover in his Social Worker as a teen, whose husband was a black belt as well. Hanshi Johnson learned by himself and shared what he learned to his Social Worker. However, there was a dojo near Hanshi Johnson at the time and when he found it, his life was changed forever. Presently, Hanshi Steve Johnson is the President of the National Karate Jujitsu Federation, USA-International. In this episode, Hanshi Steven Johnson talks about how the National Karate Jujitsu Federation was founded, the people who made it happen, and its future. Listen to learn more! Show notes We mentioned Patrick McCarthy in this episode. You may check out Hanshi Steven Johnson's school on Facebook.

In this episode, Andrew along with Jenni Siu, Jenni Nather, and Chris Rickard talk about who is Master Hopkick Who is Master Hopkick? - Episode 789 Have you encountered Master Hopkick? If you have been following whistlekick, chances are you might know him. In this very rare episode where Jeremy isn't present, Andrew along with Jenni Siu, Jenni Nather, and Chris Rickard talk about who is Master Hopkick After listening to the episode it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it.

Coach Jepha Mooi is a martial arts practitioner and instructor who founded Chick Jitsu. Learning self-defense, learning how to protect themselves without even knowing it. Essentially, it is repetition, the more you do it, the more it's going to naturally come out of you… Coach Jepha Mooi - Episode 788 Most of the guests we have in the show starts their journey at a young age, usually brought by their parents to the dojo. Coach Jepha Mooi's journey is nowhere near that. Coach Mooi started training as a new single-mom, thinking that she might need self-defense sooner than later. Eventually, Coach Mooi will teach others and empower women as well. She founded Chick Jitsu, an all-female Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training camp, that produces tournament events for women. In this high-energy episode, Coach Jepha Mooi talks about her Martial Arts journey and she shares what her future events look like. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out Coach Jepha's work on Instagram or check out Mooi Thai Fitness Learn more about Chick Jitsu

In this episode, we're bringing you Jeremy's State of the Martial Arts and what we could do to move forward. State of the Martial Arts - Episode 778 Martial Arts, just like any other sport, is not perfect. That's the very reason why we need to recognize and accept that as a fact so we can improve it for generations of Martial Artists to come. In this episode, Jeremy talks about where he thinks Martial Arts world is and what we could do to move forward. Listen to learn more! After listening to the episode, it would be exciting for us to know your thoughts about it. Don't forget to drop them in the comment section down below ✅Subscribe to whistlekick Martial Arts Radio on the following platforms: 🎧Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3mVnZmf 🎧Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3yHVdHQ 🎧Google: https://bit.ly/3kLSpo8 ✅You can find whistlekick on all social media platforms using the handle @whistlekick or visit our website at https://www.whistlekick.com or https://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com

Mr. Gad Krooder is a Martial Arts Practitioner from the Netherlands. He hosts the YouTube channel A-De's Chinese Corner. In that club, everybody was respectful of each other. You we're learning together, you we're learning something useful. It's not only a physical activity like soccer or basketball, it was also a cerebral activity. My brain was also involved. I love learning, so this was also another thing to sink my teeth in… Mr. Gad Krooder - Episode 786 Having parents who train in Martial Arts is an advantage for some kids because they can start early. Mr. Gad Krooder, whose father trained under Mas Oyama's top student, started at 11 years old but he remembers starting when he learned to walk. Mr. Gad Krooder, a long-time listener of the show, hosts a Youtube channel that teaches the Chinese language when he's not training. In this episode, Mr. Gad Krooder talks about his journey as a martial artist, how martial arts and language are connected, and his time in Taiwan. Listen to learn more! Show notes You may check out Mr. Krooder's YouTube Channel, A-De's Chinese Corner