Episode 245 – 30 Days of Karate with Sensei Rob Domaschuk

In this episode, Jeremy talks with Sensei Rob Domaschuk who recently completed his #30DaysofKarate.

30 Days of Karate with Sensei Rob Domaschuk - Episode 245

In this episode, we take a slightly different turn from the usual Thursday episode. Today, Jeremy talks with Sensei Rob Domaschuk and his 30 Days of Karate. Sensei Domaschuk completed a 30-day karate training for at least one hour every day. Sensei Domaschuk shared how he's able to complete this inspiring task and the lessons that he learned from it. Listen to find out more.

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Episode 244 - An-Shu Steven Hayes

An-Shu Steven Hayes is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from Ohio. He is the founder of the martial art To Shin Do.

An-Shu Steven Hayes - Episode 244

Finding our passion sometimes takes a leap of faith. An-Shu Steven Hayes did just that by travelling to Japan in search of a master that would teach him ninjutsu. An-Shu Hayes practiced several karate disciplines and became a renowned author on the art of ninjutsu before he founded To Shin Do. He is a very dynamic story-teller and his stories are certainly inspiring. An-Shu Steven Hayes is an exciting guest to have on the show, listen to the story of his martial arts journey.

 

 

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Episode 243 - Martial Arts Epiphanies

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the significance of epiphanies in our journey as a martial artist and his own personal experience.

Martial Arts Epiphanies- Episode 243

Have you ever had a “light bulb” moment? A moment when you learn something better than what you are currently doing not only in your martial arts practice but in life as well? Epiphanies in the martial arts are good especially if that improves your art but others see it as a regretful realization of the past. In this episode, Jeremy shares some of his epiphanies and how are they important. Listen to find out more.

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Episode 242 - Shihan Mike Sartwell

Shihan Mike Sartwell is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from New Hampshire. He is the current owner of NIMMA and one of its top instructors.

Shihan Mike Sartwell - Episode 242

Shihan Mike Cartwell is a dedicated martial arts instructor at the National Institute of Modern Martial Arts (NIMMA). He is formerly a Physical Therapist before he became a full time martial arts instructor. How many times have we been confronted with choosing between career or martial arts? Shihan Mike Sartwell definitely had one and he has chosen the martial arts rather than his professional career. Listen to learn his story.

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Episode 241 - Dealing with Self-doubt

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the effects of self-doubt and how to manage its effects for our development.

Dealing with Self-doubt - Episode 241

Everyone of us, at least one point in our life, has experienced doubting ourselves whether at school, family or at work. Self-doubt is very counter-productive because it limits our growth and development and it hinders our progress. Martial artists are not exempted from self-doubt because going into martial arts is usually scary especially for first-timers. In this episode, Jeremy shares his experience as well as ways to overcome self-doubt. Listen to learn more.

 

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Episode 240 - Mr. Jordy Delage

Mr. Jordy Delage is a French Aikido practitioner who lives in Japan. Mr. Delage is also the founder of Seido Shop, a Japanese company that provides Aikido equipment.

The only difference between sports and martial arts in human evolution, is that, in martial arts you're going to teach that (commitment). In sports, at some level people just realize it (commitment)...

Mr. Jordy Delage - Episode 240

There is something magnificent about Japan even more than its food and martial arts. Mr. Jordy Delage has definitely found out that Japan’s culture and people have been influential in his decision to move to this foreign country. Mr. Delage founded Seido Shop, a company that manufactures Aikido equipment locally. Having endured hardships as a child, Mr. Jordy Delage’s martial arts story is interesting and inspiring as well. How many times do we hear people say that they became involved with martial arts because of a romantic interest? Listen to find out more.

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Episode 239 - Meditation & Martial Arts

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance and benefits of meditation when it is practiced alongside martial arts.

Meditation & Martial Arts - Episode 239

Meditation and the martial arts have often been associated with each other because of their long history together such as the monks who practice martial arts since the beginning. However, meditation has been overlooked my many martial arts practitioners because of the fast-paced world we are living in. It is neglected because of a simple reason- we are easily distracted. Jeremy talks about the benefits of using meditation not only for martial arts but for daily life as well. Listen to learn more.

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Episode 238 - Grand Master Mark Shuey

Grand Master Mark Shuey is a martial arts practitioner from California. He is the creator of the American Cane System.

I learned in martial arts, it wasn't being tough. There's a lot more to it about maturity, taking care of the family, taking care of yourself...

Grand Master Mark Shuey - Episode 238

Martial arts is a path many take when they want to learn self-defense and protect yourself from aggressors. This is definitely not the path Grand Master Mark Shuey was taking when he first started martial arts. Grand Master Shuey was a weightlifter, wrestler and wasn’t always known for being a pacifist. He started with Chuck Norris' system and from that point, his journey as a martial artist was solidified, in not only winning championships but also creating his own cane system. Grand Master Shuey truly had an adventurous ride, but it was worth it. Listen to the story of tough-guy-turned-martial-artist, Grand Master Mark Shuey.

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Episode 237 - Q&A #4

In this episode, Jeremy brings you the fourth installment of the question and answer series.

Question & Answer #4 - Episode 237

Jeremy answers these questions from the listeners:

• Why do non-martial artists think that martial arts makes people violent?
• Why is there so much disagreement in the martial arts?
• What would you do differently if you could go back in time?
• How do you define success?

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