Thursday, December 31, 2020

Episode 567 - How Appropriate Force Can Vary


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about how appropriate force can vary in each person.

How Appropriate Force Can Vary - Episode 567

Getting away from an attacker may need you to exert some effort to make the person incapacitated for you to get away or get help. However, how much force is appropriate for you to do that? If you are a healthy 25-year-old or an elderly with a walker, the appropriate force could be subjective. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about how appropriate force can vary in each person depending on the situation and other factors.


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Monday, December 28, 2020

Episode 566 - Sensei Daniel Kornguth


Sensei Daniel Kornguth is a martial arts practitioner and instructor based in Vermont. He is a pacifist and an avid punk rocker.

For the longest time, I thought that my punk rock ethos was at odds with the essence of the martial arts. And yet I came to understand that, in fact, it is not.

Sensei Daniel Kornguth - Episode 566

Coming in having a pacifist mindset and growing up experiencing violence in almost every place, martial arts was not an easy sell for Sensei Daniel Kornguth. A self-confessed punk rocker, it has always been Sensei Kornguth's principle not to resort to violence when dealing with a situation. Listen in as Sense Daniel Kornguths tells us his journey into the Martial Arts, how he faced the challenges of having been diagnosed with ADS, and his experience of opening and closing his own martial arts school.

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Thursday, December 24, 2020

Episode 565 - Best of the Best (Movie)


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about the martial arts movie from 1989, Best of the Best.

Best of the Best (Movie) - Episode 565

The film "Best of the Best" is starred by Eric Roberts, James Earl Jones, Sally Kirkland, Simon Rhee, and Chris Penn. It's plot basically revolves around the competition of US and Korean Martial Arts teams. In this episode, we got two opposing views from Jeremy and co-host Andrew about how great or bad the film "Best of the Best" is. Listen to find out more!

 


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Monday, December 21, 2020

Episode 564 - Senpai Yves Gakunde


Senpai Yves Gakunde is a martial artist from Rwanda and now based in New Hampshire.

My Sensei Sinzi is someone who I want to become. I want to be someone who practices everyday, no matter where you are, the situation, and the condition you are in, PRACTICE.

Senpai Yves Gakunde - Episode 564

Growing up in a country where, at the time, Karate is prohibited to civilians and only the military are allowed is hard if you really like martial arts. Senpai Yves Gakunde grew up in Rwanda where he watched a lot of Bruce Lee and Jean Claude van Damme movies that ignited the passion for martial arts within him. Senpai Gakunde did not have formal training until high school when Karate is allowed to civilians. Senpai Yves Gakunde trained with Sensei Tharcisse Sinzi in Rwanda. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

You may read more about Sensei Tharcisse Sinzi here


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Thursday, December 17, 2020

Episode 563 - Fights are a Failure of Communication


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about why   Fights are a Failure of Communication.

Fights are a Failure of Communication - Episode 563

Communication is what connects and binds us together, so whenever there's a breakdown in communication, a misunderstanding occurs that almost always leads to a fight not only in bars but especially in relationships. In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about why Fights are a Failure of Communication and how can we all avoid to be in this kind of situations.


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Monday, December 14, 2020

Episode 562 - Mr. Chen Tang


Mr. Chen Tang is a martial artist and an actor who stars in Bruce Lee's Warrior and Disney's live-action Mulan.

I told Shannon Lee to her face, seeing your father (Bruce Lee) made me, for the first time, in America be proud to be Asian

Mr. Chen Tang - Episode 562

Bruce Lee is an inspiration to all of us but Mr. Chen Tang admitted that Lee is his inspiration to be a prouder Asian in America. Starring in the live-action Mulan and the series Warrior, Mr. Chen Tang wouldn't have made it into these Hollywood films if it's not for his training with Wushu and Kung Fu. In this episode, Mr. Chen Tang tells why he is passionate about acting and his present and future projects. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

In this episode, we mentioned Sherman Augustus (Badlands).

 


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Thursday, December 10, 2020

Episode 561 - Is Learning Martial Arts History Beneficial to Training?


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about whether Learning Martial Arts History Beneficial to Training.

Is Learning Martial Arts History Beneficial to Training? - Episode 561

Learning the history of the martial arts you are training in doesn't help you punch or kick. But what happens with your mindset when you learn its history and go in-depth in your training? Does it make a difference? In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about whether Learning Martial Arts History Beneficial to Training.


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Monday, December 7, 2020

Episode 560 - Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang


Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and founder at Yang's Martial Arts Academy (YMAA).

The taller the growth, the lower you bow. The more you learn, the more you should be humble. 

Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang - Episode 560

There aren't many guests here in the show who grew up in uniquely difficult situations and our guest is one of them. Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang grew up in wartime where 15 year-olds like him at the time were required to learn martial arts and conditioned to fight whenever required. Later on in his life, Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang found himself studying PhD in America where he started his first martial arts school in the 80s. Presently, he has written over 30 books about Taichi and healing. Listen as he tells us about his books, movies, and Star Wars!

Show Notes

You can find out more about Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang by going to their website


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Thursday, December 3, 2020

Episode 559 - Children Training with Adults


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about Children Training with Adults.

Children Training with Adults - Episode 559

Could there be more advantages than disadvantages when children and/or teens train with adults? In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams weigh in the issue at hand of children training with adults. Listen as they discuss about special treatments, or the absence thereof, regarding various considerations such as sparring, tournaments, and more. 


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Monday, November 30, 2020

Episode 558 - Sensei Olivia Roney


Sensei Olivia Roney is a Martial Arts practitioner instructor at the Crouching Tigers school in Indiana.

I'm somebody who's very optimistic about the future. I feel like the young children that we're raising right now are going to have the ability to completely change the world in the future.

Sensei Olivia Roney - Episode 558

Growing up with 7 siblings and raised by a single mom, martial arts is remotely someone's priority. However, Sensei Olivia Roney showed up in the dojo with the will and determination to train, cleaned the dojo to be able to train for free. Today, Sensei Olivia Roney is passionate and optimistic about our children's future. When teaching young children is either loved or avoided by instructors, Sensei Roney built her school around teaching children. Interested? Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

You may find out more about Sensei Roney's school at www.crouchingtigers.com or reach them on Facebook


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Thursday, November 26, 2020

Episode 557 – whistlekick LIVE Season 2 (Episode 2)


In this episode, Jeremy brings us the second Episode of the whistlekick Live Season 2 and he is joined by co-host Andrew Adams.

whistlekick LIVE Season 2 (Episode 2) – Episode 557

Today’s episode is the second installment for the whistlekick Live Season 2. Jeremy answers questions, reads stories from the listeners, as well as some cool fun games about martial arts. In this episode, Jeremy is joined by co-host Andrew Adams and we bring back our first guest, Justin Lee Ford of MartialJournal.com. We have a much-improved show, at least by our standards! Listen to find out a lot more good stuff!


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Monday, November 23, 2020

Episode 556 - Mr. David Liban


Mr. David Liban is a Martial Arts practitioner, filmmaker, and professor at CU Denver's College of Arts & Media.

It was just evident to me that Martial Arts is the kind of exercise, the kind of training that, it may not make you live longer but it will give you a better life if you do it for as long as you live.

Mr. David Liban - Episode 556

Training in college and then taking a break, and then back at it again. A story that may have been familiar but not common to us is the path that Mr. David Liban has taken. During his break from the martial arts, Mr. Liban worked on his filmmaking and produced films such as Looking For Mr. Miyagi and A Feral World. Presently he is training with Sensei Gary Swain in Denver and he is a film professor at CU Denver's College of Arts & Media. Mr. David Liban has used his filmmaking skills with his training and if you want to know what he did, listen to learn more!

Show Notes

You can check out his films here:

Looking for Mr. Miyagi, A Feral World

Other videos mentioned: 

Perspectives on Shotokan karate:  
Martial Arts and the legal system: 
Master Okizaki talks about Funakoshi’s cat
Outtake “Karate Heart Attack scene”


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Thursday, November 19, 2020

Episode 555 - Why Everyone Should Consider Tournaments


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about Why Everyone Should Consider Tournaments.

Why Everyone Should Consider Tournaments - Episode 555

Tournaments and competitions are divisive topics that make martial artists either excited or mad, teachers either interested or not at all, and schools either go a lot or not ever. There are positives and negatives of joining tournaments but what’s certain is the pressure it creates brings out the best and worst of martial artists. In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams, who are not strangers to competitions themselves, talk about why everyone should consider tournaments.


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Monday, November 16, 2020

Episode 554 - Mr. Glenn Murphy


Mr. Glenn Murphy is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the founder of NC Systema which is based in the United Kingdom.

I guess my drive to studying Aikido was kind of wanting to study something that worked with refinement and efficiency. I was never going to be like the biggest or the fastest guy out there, it just occurred to me that trying to just learn how to wrestle or box in the skilled way as you can would still probably going to get your head kicked by a very large guy in England at some point.

judo, local army camp, kung fu movies bruce lee jackie chan, fencing, sword play, 20s got serious training aikido, moved to japan to train, tai chi, FMA, sistema, great story teller, systema

Mr. Glenn Murphy - Episode 554 

A lot of us martial artists train with one or two styles throughout our journies however, Mr. Glenn Murphy is an exception. Mr. Glenn Murphy started training as a kid with Judo at a local army camp then followed by a multitude of disciplines such as Karate, Fencing, swordplay, and even went to Japan to become an expert in Aikido. His time with Aikido became numbered and decided to train with Systema and founded NC Systema. Mr. Murphy is a great story-teller and he tells his journey from Judo to Systema in great detail. Listen to learn more!


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Thursday, November 12, 2020

Episode 553 - Guns


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about guns and why do they exist in our society.

Guns - Episode 553

Why are guns not that important in the traditional martial arts kata? Is there a need to incorporate it with the kata since guns are much of a threat or danger in our daily lives today? In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about guns and why do they exist in our society. Listen to learn more!

 


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Monday, November 9, 2020

Episode 552 - Mr. John Molyneux


Mr. John Molyneux is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and the host of the Success Breeds Success Podcast. He is from the United Kingdom.

I've always been quite confident in myself. So, I go along to a Brazilian Jiujitsu class and put a white belt on, be humble, and just get on with it and have some purple belt strangle me out because there isn't any ego in the dojo  and in any style.

Mr. John Molyneux - Episode 552

There are a few of us who were forced to the martial arts by our parents and eventually liked it but today's guest never liked it as a child only to find himself training as a grown man. Mr. John Molyneux started boxing during his time in the army that instilled discipline in him. Mr. Molyneux then started to train and teach Karate by accident when he found himself looking for a source of discipline after going out of the army. Today, he is a podcaster and he employs that discipline with entrepreneurship. Mr. John Molyneux tells his journey of martial arts from boxing to Muay Thai to Shotokan Karate and many more!

Show Notes

Check out Mr. John Molyneux podcast, the Success Breeds Success Podcast, and check him on Youtube
We mentioned Bruce Lee and the art of Lethwei

 


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Thursday, November 5, 2020

Episode 551 - Extreme Martial Arts


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about Extreme Martial Arts and it's relevance in competitions.

Extreme Martial Arts - Episode 551

Weapons, more athleticism, showmanship, and more can be part of the extreme martial arts competition. In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about the importance of extreme martial arts and try to debate whether practicality or showmanship is more important. Listen so you can join the discussion!


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Monday, November 2, 2020

Episode 550 - Miss Robynn Murray


Miss Robynn Murray is a martial arts practitioner and Iraq war veteran. Her story was featured in the Academy Award-nominated documentary, Poster Girl.

There is this idea of rugged individualism in America, where if you can't do it all alone, you're a weak person. Well, no. That's crap!

Miss Robynn Murray - Episode 550

Started training in Aikido when she was 14 years old, martial arts never got out of her lifestyle ever since. Miss Robynn Murray had trained with multiple disciplines such as Krav Maga, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as well as combat grappling when she served in Iraq. Ms. Robynn Murray's time in Iraq is nothing short of interesting. However, she suffered PTSD like most of the soldiers coming from the Iraq war and her story was featured in the Academy Award-nominated documentary, Poster Girl. In this episode, Miss Robynn Murray tells in detail her personal battles with violence, her experience in Iraq, her battle with PTSD, Mental Health, and a whole LOT more.

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In this episode, we mentioned My Favorite Murder Podcast and you can check out the Poster Girl Documentary here.


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Thursday, October 29, 2020

Episode 549 - Junior Black Belts


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about the importance and relevance of Junior Black Belts

Junior Black Belts - Episode 549

The Black Belt is important because it is a standard for measuring the skills of martial artists. However, this standard varies from one school to another where there are junior black belts. The schools give these belts for a variety of reasons including giving as a reward for children so they would not stop training. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talks about how they think about schools giving Junior Black Belts instead of giving it to them when they are in the right age. Listen to learn more!


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Monday, October 26, 2020

Episode 548 - Professor Zahalea Anderson


Professor Zahalea Anderson is a martial arts instructor and practitioner at the Urban School of Martial Arts in Long Beach, CA.

Until now, I never made money for myself. It all went back into the dojo. I'm working with kids whose parents were abusive. The dojo became a home and a safe house for them.

Professor Zahalea Anderson - Episode 548

Growing up in a household where your father is a martial arts instructor, becoming a martial artist is not impossible. A self-proclaimed "dojo baby", Professor Zahalea Anderson's passion for martial arts came naturally for her. Professor Anderson became an instructor of Jiujitsu and built a dojo herself called Urban School of Martial Arts in Long Beach, CA. However, things took a wrong turn where her dojo was destroyed by a fire this year. Listen as Professor Zahalea Anderson tells the story of her journey into the martial arts.

Show Notes

In this episode, we mentioned Dr. Moses Powell


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Thursday, October 22, 2020

Episode 547 - Resuming Training After a Break


In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Mr. Andrew Adams talk about the breaks that they took from their own martial arts journies.

Resuming Training After a Break - Episode 547

Taking a break in your training can be a result of different reasons such as vacation, work travel, illness, and a pandemic among others in the long list of possible excuses. How hard is it to resume training if you're out for just a week or even a couple of years? Do you return with guns blazing or take it slow and low key? In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Mr. Andrew Adams talk about their experiences in resuming training after a break in their martial arts journies. Listen to learn more!


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Monday, October 19, 2020

Episode 546 - Dr. Shawna Pandya


Dr. Shawna Pandya is a martial arts practitioner, physician, science-astronaut candidate among her other illustrious titles.

I had never ever thought that I wouldn't turn down anything for medical school and then the opportunity of going to space came a long. I realized that I wanted to make space part of my life and career. Sometime everything doesn't have to go to plan, as long as you keep your end-goal in mind.

Dr. Shawna Pandya - Episode 546

You can get the girl out of the Dojang, but you can't get the Dojang out of the girl. It might just be a joke that Dr. Shawna Pandya tells her friends but it is solid proof of how martial arts is an important part of her life. Dr. Pandya started training at the age of fifteen, it's amazing how she hadn't turned her back to martial arts in spite of having a full list of titles in her bio including being a physician, science-astronaut candidate, and medical executive among others. In this episode, Dr. Shawna Pandya tells us not only her journey to the martial arts, but her journey that could eventually bring her across the skies.


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Thursday, October 15, 2020

Episode 545 – whistlekick LIVE Season 2 (Episode 1)


In this episode, Jeremy brings us the first Episode of the whistlekick Live Season 2. We have new segments and surprises!

whistlekick LIVE Season 2 (Episode 1) - Episode 545

Today's episode is the first installment for the whistlekick Live Season 2. Jeremy answers questions, including what's the best zombie weapon, and reads stories from the listeners as well as giving out some cool trivia about martial arts or anything under the sun. In this episode, we are trying to live up to the "LIVE" aspect of the show and bring you our first guest, Justin Lee Ford of MartialJournal.com. We have a much-improved show, at least by our standards! Listen to find out a lot more good stuff!

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Monday, October 12, 2020

Episode 544 - Mr. Jason Neef


Mr. Jason Neef is a martial arts practitioner and CEO of Kicksite, a company focused on giving martial arts instructors a platform for their business.

It's a really arduous process to earn a blackbelt, especially at the end when you're going through that testing. But when it was done, oh my goodness, without a doubt it was one of the proudest accomplishments of my life.

Mr. Jason Neef - Episode 544

A self-confessed martial arts fanboy, Mr. Jason Neef started training at 8 but it was cut short because his family was not keen on him training. However, years later, he went on to train and got his blackbelt. Presently, Mr. Neef is the CEO of Kicksite, an online software that helps martial artists to focus on their art by simplifying how they teach. Listen as Mr. Jason Neef tells his story on how he became a blackbelt and the inspiration behind Kicksite.

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Show Notes

Connect with Mr. Jason Neef at Kicksite.com and get their free template here!


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Thursday, October 8, 2020

Episode 543 - Thoughts on Becoming a Better Instructor


In this episode, Jeremy is joined by Mr. Andrew Adams and they talk about their Thoughts on Becoming a Better Instructor.

Thoughts on Becoming a Better Instructor - Episode 543

What would it take to become a better instructor? Do you study new ideas or just improve on something that you are not good at? In this special episode, Jeremy is joined by Mr. Andrew Adams, who is a qualified and experienced martial arts and music teacher, and they talk about their Thoughts on Becoming a Better Instructor. 

Show Notes

You can check out Mr. Andre Adams' episode here.


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Monday, October 5, 2020

Episode 542 - Miss Valery Brosseau


Miss Valery Brosseau is a martial arts practitioner, a public speaker, and an advocate of mental health and suicide prevention.

It's not linear, it's not a straight line, and there are stumbles. What matters is that you pick yourself up. It's not about having a perfect track record, it's about persevering when things get tough.

Miss Valery Brosseau - Episode 542

Growing in a family with a lot of brothers, Miss Valery Brosseau did not think twice about following them into Karate training. That would be the start of Miss Brosseau's affinity with martial arts where she would end up training in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiujitsu. Miss Valery Brosseau would have a few setbacks and it would include mental health problems and a failed suicide attempt. It would prompt Miss Brosseau to become a staunch advocate of mental health and suicide prevention through public speaking and providing workshops.  

Show Notes

In this episode, we mentioned Episode 455
Connect with Miss Valery Brosseau at valerybrosseau.com and subscribe to her Instagram or Submit the Stigma


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Thursday, October 1, 2020

Episode 541 - What Martial Artists Have Learned in 2020


In this episode, Jeremy tells us what Martial Artists have learned in 2020 and how can we get through it.

What Martial Artists Have Learned in 2020 - Episode 541

The year 2020 hasn't been kind to most of us martial artists because of the effects of the pandemic. It has affected the way we train, the way we conduct classes, and the fact that we are not yet allowed to go to our own martial arts schools. The effects have been devastating both for us and martial arts schools but there are important lessons that this year has taught us. In this episode, Jeremy tells us why he learned this year that training alone sucks and 5 more things that Martial Artists have learned in 2020.


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Monday, September 28, 2020

Episode 540 - Sensei Fran Vall and Simone Fary


Sensei Fran Vall is a martial arts instructor and practitioner. She stars in the award-winning documentary, Sensei Fran Kicks Ass.

If you start a martial art in the country where it had originated, it is pretty amazing. In Tokyo, the mother school of Judo called the Kotokan is there, so needless to say I was ecstatic because I trained there. You’re there, you’re training all the time, it’s like training with God.

Sensei Fran Vall and Simone Fary - Episode 450

Sensei Fran Vall started to train in 1959 at the age of 21 but what comes after turns out to be more awesome. In 1972, when Sensei Fran was assigned to Japan for her Foreign Service duty, she trained there for the art of Naginata and she also trained Judo in the Kotokan in Tokyo. Presently, at age 81, she still teaches Judo and ski lessons for her community which is in part the reason why the documentary Sensei Fran Kicks Ass was conceptualized. In this episode, we are also joined by the director/producer, Simone Fary, who did a great work in telling the story of Sensei Fran Vall. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

You can connect and find more about Sensei Fran Vall and the documentary here


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Thursday, September 24, 2020

Episode 539 - What to Do if Your Martial Arts School Shuts Down


In this episode, Jeremy talks about What to Do if Your Martial Arts School Shuts Down during these hard times.

What to Do if Your Martial Arts School Shuts Down - Episode 539

The COVID-19 Pandemic has closed a lot of establishments both permanently and temporarily, martial arts schools included. So, if this is the unfortunate reality for you, you don't need to give up on your martial arts and see this as an opportunity instead. In this episode, Jeremy talks about What to Do if Your Martial Arts School Shuts Down. Listen in to know some suggestions and advice from a former school owner if ever the situation happens to you.


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Monday, September 21, 2020

Episode 538 - Professor Mark Reding


Professor Mark Reding is a martial arts practitioner, Head Professor, and founder at the Reding Martial Arts in Texas.

Life is about learning. We as martial artists are fortunate that we are in an art that we can always learn in.

Professor Mark Reding - Episode 538

For a person who has no interest in any sports, doing martial arts is way out of his priorities let alone go to class with his dad. However, Professor Mark Reding was asked by his dad to come with him on a karate class and the moment he stepped foot on the dojo, he knew he will be doing martial arts for the rest ofo his life. Professor Reding knew he will be teaching so at the age of 19, skipping college, he went to have his own school and he never looked back since. Professor Reding is the founder at the Reding Martial Arts in Texas and aside from Karate, he trained with several other styles in martial arts. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

You may check out Professor Mark Reding's school at RedingMartialArts.com


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Thursday, September 17, 2020

Episode 537 – Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 12)


In this episode, Jeremy brings us the twelfth Episode of the whistlekick Live. We have new segments and surprises!

whistlekick LIVE (Episode 12) - Episode 537

Today's episode is the twelfth installment for the Martial Arts Radio Live. Jeremy answers questions and reads stories from the listeners as well as giving out some cool trivia about martial arts or anything under the sun. In this episode, we have new segments and a a much-improved show, at least by our standards! Listen to find out a lot more good stuff!


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Monday, September 14, 2020

Episode 536 - Sensei Lorenzo Sandoval


Sensei Lorenzo Sandoval is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the head instructor at the Ageless Martial Arts in Las Vegas.

Human movement is what I'm really big on because everyone is different. everyone is going to fight differently. There is no right or wrong style.

Sensei Lorenzo Sandoval - Episode 536

Growing up in a tough home, Sensei Lorenzo Sandoval had to live his childhood as an undisciplined child but everything changed when he learned martial arts. Training for up to 8 hours, Sensei Lorenzo Sandoval started training under his Uncle, who has a lineage of Gichin Funakoshi and one of the first Shotokan Karate practitioners in Las Vegas. Presently, Sensei Sandoval is the head instructor at the Ageless Martial Arts in Las Vegas, he's a successful photographer, and he is creating a video game. If these interests you, listen to the episode!

Show Notes

In this episode, we mentioned the movie Sandlot and Brannon Belizo
You can reach Sensei Lorenzo Sandoval on LorenzoSandoval.com for his photography, AgelessKarate.com for his school, or find him on social media using @agelessmartialarts


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Monday, September 7, 2020

Episode 534 - Mr. Matt Stait


Mr. Matt Stait is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and a best-selling author. He is founder at the Modern Samurai Martial Arts Academy.

It's really interesting that somebody with a good foundation in one art, I think, will have a much easier time understanding other arts because the fundamentals remains the same.

Mr. Matt Stait - Episode 534

Growing up in a difficult upbringing where he lost his father through suicide, martial arts was there to inspire him and make him curious about training. Mr. Matt Stait tried Judo and Boxing but eventually he found Karate and stuck with it. Presently, he is the founder at the Modern Samurai Martial Arts Academy in the United Kingdom. Mr. Stait also trained on Krav Maga and Kapap. He is also an Amazon best-selling author of a couple of books including the Modern Samurai. Listen as Mr. Matt Stait talks about his journey into the martial arts!

Show Notes

Check our Mr. Matt Stait's books here:
Modern Samurai, Journey Up The Mountain


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Thursday, September 3, 2020

Episode 533 - How Tearing Each Other Down Hurts Us All


In this episode, Jeremy talks about how tearing each other down hurts us all and how we can be better as martial artists

How Tearing Each Other Down Hurts Us All - Episode 533

When an outsider is interested training in martial arts asks for recommendations, the response of the people in martial arts usually pulls other school or style down. Like a car salesman, we are likely to drive outsiders further out. For a dedicated martial artist, this could be something that is so concerning. In this episode, Jeremy talks about how we can avoid tearing each other down and be a better martial arts community.


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Monday, August 31, 2020

Episode 532 - Sensei Ron Kluger


Sensei Ron Kluger is a martial arts practitioner and instructor based in Israel. He's the head of Karatedo International.

In my opinion, to be a fine martial artist is one thing and to be a fine teacher you need both. You need to be a fine technician and a fine teacher. You need to Invest in both important factors.

Sensei Ron Kluger - Episode 352

When you talk about Israeli martial artist, you would immediately think about Krav Maga. For some reason, Sensei Ron Kluger is not one of those for a simple reason that when he was starting at 12 years old, Judo was the only one available for him to train on. Sensei Ron Kluger found himself training in a good dojo and trainer that's why he never went back. Presently, he is the Head of Karate Do International and Rector at the International Budo Academy. We had a lot of international martial artists in the show and Sensei Ron Kluger is definitely one of the best. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

You may find more about Sensei Ron Kluger below:
Rony Kluger Facebook
Karate Do International
International Budo Academy
IBSSA Israeli System of Military Self Defense


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Thursday, August 27, 2020

Episode 531 - Martial Arts - Lifestyle vs Hobby


In this episode, Jeremy talks about the difference between having martial arts as a hobby or as a lifestyle

Martial Arts - Lifestyle vs Hobby - Episode 531

Martial arts is either a lifestyle or a hobby for most of us. Doing martial arts as a hobby is perfectly fine however, if you are living a martial arts lifestyle, how is your training come with you into the world? How does it impact your choices? In this episode, Jeremy talks about the difference between having martial arts as a hobby or as a lifestyle. If you want to dig in deeper, listen to learn more!


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Monday, August 24, 2020

Episode 530 - Sensei Andy Sloane


Sensei Andy Sloane is a martial arts practitioner and instructor who have taught in every Navy Station where he was assigned. He is currently stationed in Okinawa, Japan.

I always tell my students, I feel you are far more likely to fall down in your life than you already have doing those martial arts techniques...

Sensei Andy Sloane - Episode 530

Steven A. “Andy” Sloane, A.S., is a native of Shreveport, LA. His introduction to the martial arts began with judo in January 1991 while in middle school. On November 1, 1993, as a freshman in high school, he began training in Isshin-ryu karate under Harvey L. Kennedy. Kennedy was his primary instructor until November 2000, but he also briefly trained under Robert Kristensen (1994-1995) and Jared Blackwell (1999-2000) while living in Texas. Since November 2000, Sloane has trained directly under Ed Johnson, a first- generation student of Isshin-ryu’s founder. Sloane moved to the Dallas/Ft. Worth metropolitan area at the end of May 1994, completing high school in McKinney, TX (1997) and receiving his Associate of Science degree from Collin College (2000).

 


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Thursday, August 20, 2020

Episode 529 - Revisiting First Cup


In this episode, Jeremy talks about the early morning show on YouTube, the First Cup

Revisiting First Cup - Episode 529

Every morning in the last two years, Jeremy goes live on youtube for his very first cup of coffee in the day to talk about martial arts and anything under the sun. Looking back, the show has a following although it's not as big as Martial Arts Radio. In this episode, Jeremy talks about how the show was conceived and why you should start watching the First Cup every morning. Listen to learn more!


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Monday, August 17, 2020

Episode 528 - Sensei Chris Chase


Sensei Chris Chase is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the President of The Okinawa Isshinryu Karate Kobudo Association.

Nobody has all the answers. That's what makes Karate masters so special. It's not that they're superhumans, it's that they're humans. They have the same challenges and setbacks that everybody else does but it's how they deal with it.

Sensei Chris Chase - Episode 528

In the 1970s when martial arts' popularity is still in its infancy and judo was the more popular, you hear about karate only from your friends or relatives. Sensei Chris Chase heard a story from his brother about a small Japanese martial artist and he trained karate from that moment on. Presently, he succeeded in the leadership of The Okinawa Isshinryu Karate Kobudo Association from Master Angi Uezu. How Sensei Chris Chase found his first karate training? Listen to find out more!

Show Notes

Learn more about the Isshinryu Sunsu form here

Check out Sensei Chris Chase's Okinawa Isshinryu Karate Kobudo Association


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Thursday, August 13, 2020

Episode 527 - Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 11)


In this episode, Jeremy brings us the eleventh Episode of the Martial Arts Radio Live

Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 11) - Episode 521

Today's episode is the eleventh installment for the Martial Arts Radio Live. Jeremy answers questions and reads stories from the listeners as well as giving out some cool trivia about martial arts or anything under the sun. In this episode, we have a much-improved show, at least by our standards! Listen to find out a lot more good stuff!


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Monday, August 10, 2020

Episode 526 - Mr. Jason Brick


Mr. Jason Brick is a martial arts practitioner, a successful Journalist, and a host of an upcoming podcast!

I like that experience from martial arts that being told over and over again; "That's not right, do it again." In a way, I know my Sifu wasn't' angry with me, I was just doing it wrong and I was expected to fix it. It absolutely contributed to my success as a journalist and also my success as a parent and spouse.

Mr. Jason Brick - Episode 526

The influence of our parents is monumental to children and that case is true for our guest today. Mr. Jason Brick was influenced by his father, who has an affinity for wrestling, to start training in 7th grade. Being exposed to wrestling first, Mr. Brick transitioned to Kempo without any complications. Mr. Brick's dedication to the martial arts also enabled him to become the best journalist and father that he can be. As a father, he is a staunch advocate of a safe home that's why he created the upcoming Safest Family on the Block Podcast that talks about protecting the family with our martial arts skills. Listen as Mr. John Brick talks about his life and journey to the martial arts!

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Show Notes

Check out Mr. Jason Brick's upcoming Podcast Facebook page


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Thursday, August 6, 2020

Episode 525 - Martial Arts Programs for Homeschool Students


In this episode, Jeremy talks with Sensei Jenni Sui and Sensei Jason Hoard about Martial Arts Programs for Homeschool Students

Martial Arts Programs for Homeschool Students - Episode 525

As the COVID-19 Pandemic is seen to stay for a while, homeschooling is being considered by most parents to avoid getting their children infected. So in this episode, we invite returnee Sensei Jenni Sui and new on the show, Sensei Jason Hoard. They are both experienced when it comes to homeschooling and teaching martial arts to homeschooled students. Listen as they dive in on their experiences with homeschool and how feasible it is to teach martial arts to homeschooled kids.

Show Notes

Check out Sensei Jenni Sui's Episode here and check a related episode here


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Monday, August 3, 2020

Episode 524 - Hanshi Alan Libby


Hanshi Alan Libby is a martial arts practitioner and instructor of Ko Koro Kempo and founder at the Kwoon Karate Academy of Self-defense

People walk into the door, they're not going to tell you what they need right off quick. They don't even know you. So you have to get over that getting to know them because you don't want to teach them the wrong thing to do.

Hanshi Alan Libby - Episode 524

It is always a pleasure to have in the show a person who started training when very few people trained as kids, which means Martial Arts is deeply rooted within them and basically has trained their whole life. Hanshi Alan Libby is one of those people who lived in the Blood & Guts era and have seen martial arts evolve right in front of them. Eventually, Hanshi Libby established Kwoon Karate Academy of Self-defense in New Hampshire. Listen in as Hanshi Alan Libby tells us his journey in time-travel like fashion especially his profound experience switching from taekwondo to Kempo.

Show Notes

Find out more about Hanshi Alan Libby's school, Karate Academy of Self-defense


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Friday, July 31, 2020

Bonus Episode - whistlekick Fight Conditioning Program


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What if I told you that all combat sports are based on the same biological principles, and most people are preparing for them the wrong way.

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I'm actually going to lay out for you, the science and the training that will help you achieve the best results. Whether you're talking about boxing, or grappling, or some kind of mixed combat, even contact point sparring. It's all based on the same biological processes within the human body. I'm going to show you and then I'm going to tell you how you can make your training more appropriate regardless of what discipline you train, and what combat or competition you're involved in. It doesn't matter whether you're talking about boxing or mixed martial arts. Judo jujitsu, karate Taekwondo, point sparring, full contact, Olympic. It's all roughly the same. When you look at it from a physiology perspective, the same biological processes exist for all of us. And I'll prove it to you. Take a look at any fight any combat, whether it's staged or real, whether it's in a competition or on the street, you will see a lot of buildup and a lot of fade out followed by these very small increments of flurries. Those flurries are generally 10 seconds or less. As we get to higher levels, we start to see them sometimes push a little bit beyond that. But it doesn't matter what you're looking at. It's all roughly the short flurries followed by sustained moderate intensity Why? Because of the way the body processes energy. Take a look at Take a look at anything that we do athletically, we cannot maintain the highest intensity training or output for more than about 10 seconds. And this is rooted in science. If you take a look at strategies, they don't account for this, if you take a look at training, it doesn't account for this. Very few people in the world in any athletic pursuit, are utilizing the understanding of these scientific principles to perform their best and get a leg up on their competition. Here at whistle kick, we've developed a program that not only does that but it does it from a perspective that is realistic and rooted in scientific fact, much of the time, individuals are training for their competitions or their testings, or anything that requires this high intensity output. Wrong, just plain wrong and I can prove it to you Have you ever prepared for a competition or a some kind of intense event where you've gone out and run eight 910 minute miles for hours, you build up that moderate intensity base of cardiovascular fitness, and then you get into the ring. And it all falls apart. Because the moment you step up with that high intensity, your body can't handle it. Now, some people say, Oh, well, it's nerves. It's anxiety. It's not it's science. The body processes energy in different ways, depending on the intensity level. When you go out and you run or you bike or you do something at that moderate intensity, that is conditioning you to be better at moderate intensity output. High Intensity output, actually utilizes energy in the body completely differently. In order to perform in that way, you have to train in that way. So this is where high intensity interval training comes in. And this is why it's been so successful for so many people in combat sports. But there's a downside to that. If you do it every day, it can cause injury, it can actually set you back from fights. I've seen plenty of people across different athletic pursuits

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perform poorly, because they trained too hard. So what's the solution? The solution is mixing it up. Because guess what, all combat sports require mixing it up. You've got that high intensity level, and then a more moderate intensity level. And you've got to train for both and you have to train for both differently. But what if I told you that your moderate intensity work could actually be sustaining to induce recovery to make your high intensity training less injurious to your body and set you up for success? There's a way to do that. And we have it. I'll be the first one to tell you the things that we've put together. They're not revolutionary, but no one's talking about them, especially within the realm of combat sports. We've taken some principles that exist that are understood that are even coached in various fitness disciplines, especially at high levels, like the Olympics, or in fitness pursuits, like CrossFit. They're talking about these things. And we've taken some of these principles that best apply to martial arts and combat sports, and brought them into a simple five week program that will help you prepare for anything, whether it's a full contact fight, whether it's the next testing at your martial arts school where you need to do a lot of sparring. It doesn't matter what it is, the biological processes are the same. And by digging in and fully understanding the science, we have constructed a program that will reduce your risk of injury and better prepare you. There is no other program on the planet like this. And it even leaves space for the other things that you'll need to do to prepare weightlifting, actual fighting of rounds, working on technique, going to classes, all of these things have space within this program. In fact, the intense portion of this workout plan is only two days a week. That's it, that is all you need. Those two days a week done the right way, along with the lower intensity workouts that are up to five days a week will set you up for success. They will reduce your risk of injury. They will enhance the adaptation required to perform your best and you can still do all the other preparing that you need to do. If you don't believe me that all combat sports are roughly the same when it comes to the Actual workout put, go watch some tape, go go to YouTube, go anywhere go look at your old fight tapes, go check out any video you want of any fights and you will see that these flurries take less than 10 seconds generally sometimes they go up to 10 or 12 at the upper upper upper output. Maybe we're talking 15 seconds. But you will see that people will go really intense for a few seconds and then they'll back down to something more moderate. This is how you have to train if this is how you're going to work out. Can you mix those two types of training in one workout? No, because biologically the body does not adapt in that way. This is where understanding the science becomes critical because if you just throw too much stuff at it, your body will adapt to the loudest signal not all signals. Your body cannot adapt to a whole bunch of different stimuli at the same time. It can only adapt to One thing at a time, and this is what we've broken down for you. So you can make sure that at the end of five weeks, you are better prepared than you have ever been. But if you have more than five weeks, you can run the program again. You could start halfway in the middle, you could start at the beginning and run through and get three and a half times through.

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By setting this up with a focus on building adaptation, while also recovering, you don't have to worry about peaking for a fight. You don't have to be concerned with fatigue and inducing injury before your event. We've got this all set up, it's broken down. Is this the best way for you to prepare? Yes. Are there other ways out there? That could be better? Probably not. Why? Because the science is the science. The human body is the human body. And the more we come to understand about adaptation and metabolism, the more we learn about the biological processes in the body. If you want, you can take the information I've given you right now and you can go off and you can do the research on your own. And you can construct a program based on that research. And I will guarantee that you will come up with something very similar to what we've put together here. If your time isn't valuable, go ahead and do that. I encourage you to do so. But if your time is valuable, if you would rather spend those hours training and actually getting ready for something, then follow through and you can check out the program that we've put together to get you the very best results and give you a leg up on your competition.


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Thursday, July 30, 2020

Episode 523 - How Martial Arts Schools Can Survive COVID-19


In this episode, Jeremy is joined by Sensei Craig Wharem where they talk about How Martial Arts Schools Can Survive COVID-19

How Martial Arts Schools Can Survive COVID-19 - Episode 523

Learning martial arts is a great thing but teaching and giving back to the school where you learned martial arts as a young person is truly fulfilling. Sensei Craig Wharem did that and everything looks great until the COVID-19 Pandemic spread all over the world. In this episode, Sensei Craig Wharem tells us the experience where he and 137 students quarantined for COVID-19 and got back with 131 students. Listen to know more about their story as Jeremy and Sensei Wharem talk about How Martial Arts Schools Can Survive COVID-19.


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Monday, July 27, 2020

Episode 522 - Sayagyi David Osborne


Sayagyi David Osborne is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at the Professional Self Defense Training Systems 9 in Cincinnati, Ohio

Thinking is above all of the weapon systems in Bando. You can be the most devastating fighters out there, but if you can't think yourself out of a given situation, then whats the point?

Sayagyi David Osborne - Episode 522

Being selected to join an exclusive and rare martial arts discipline is nothing short of amazing. Sayagyi David Osborne is a practitioner and instructor of a rare martial art discipline called Bando. Prior to that, Sayagyi Osborne is a young man who had the joy of watching his hero, Bruce Lee, and reading magazines before going into his journey into the martial arts. Listen as Sayagyi David Osborne talks about Bando and how it was brought into the United States.

Show Notes

You may check out Sayagyi David Osborne's School here


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Thursday, July 23, 2020

Episode 521 - Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 10)


In this episode, Jeremy brings us the tenth Episode of the Martial Arts Radio Live

Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 10) - Episode 521

Today's episode is the tenth installment for the Martial Arts Radio Live. Jeremy answers questions and reads stories from the listeners as well as giving out some cool trivia about martial arts or anything under the sun. In this episode, we have a much-improved show, at least by our standards! Listen to find out a lot of surprise announcements, some Chuck Norris jokes and more!


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Monday, July 20, 2020

Episode 520 - Kaiden Gad


Kaiden Gad is a martial artist and a sword instructor who help founded the Western Circle of Sword Fighters in California.

I wanna say that I perhaps had the best dojo in the world. Because living in Connecticut, I had a beach, mountains, forest open area, places to climb and jump, balance, train. We used everything like it was our dojo, everything that we could.

Kaiden Gad - Episode 520

Love to fight may not be the usual reason why a kid joins martial arts but however, Kaiden Gad love to win made him better at it. When he saw his first sword, Kaiden Gad fell in love instantly which he describes as magical. Later on, when he moved to California, Kaiden Gad helped found the Western Circle of Sword Fighters which is born out of the desire to enter into sword competitions and for a truly new full contact Kenjutsu form. Listen as we talk about Kaiden Gad's journey and how his hometown helped him become the martial artist he is today.

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Show Notes

You may check out the Western Circle of Sword Fighters, as well as his novel The Curse of Raven's Rose Keep on Amazon.


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Thursday, July 16, 2020

Episode 519 - Creating Habits


In this episode, Jeremy talks about Creating Habits, it's advantages, and why is it challenging.

Creating Habits - Episode 519

Creating a habit can be challenging for everyone but how can it be achieved can be summed into; frequency and consistency. In this episode, Jeremy talks about creating habits and shares his experience about he creates his own habits. Listen in to know what's the huge mistake that everyone makes when it comes to creating habits.

 


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Monday, July 13, 2020

Episode 518 - Emily Kwok


Emily Kwok is a martial arts practitioner, master instructor, and founder at the Princeton Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

If I'm trying to be an instructor, that is a very different skillset from being a practitioner. When I am a business owner combined with an instructor and I am looking at the experience of a new student versus a competitor, I try to sympathize and cater to their needs and bring myself to their level. So, then I can understand what they're going through and they too can jump on board and enjoy what it is that we do.

Emily Kwok - Episode 518

Our guest today tells us her journey that's very unusual for a martial artist. Emily Kwok started later than most of us and she started training in boxing first before martial arts because of the movies Ali and Girl Fight. She later then trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that prompts her to compete and build her own school. Emily Kwok was also motivated to compete because she wanted to train with women like her. In this episode, Emily Kwok tells us a lot about her story such as what happens when you go to a BJJ class for the first time and more!

Show Notes

Check out Emily Kwoks's martial arts school at www.princetonbjj.com


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Thursday, July 9, 2020

Episode 517 - Virtual Competitions


In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of competitions and how virtual competitions fare during these times.

Virtual Competitions - Episode 517

Many events and competitions for martial arts have been canceled and rescheduled at a later date due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. As the world is quite unsure of the time we can all go back to our normal lives, we have to adapt and one of those measures is online classes and virtual competitions. It's mainly done with the submission of a video or live feed in order to gauge skills. In this episode, Jeremy talks about the good and the bad of virtual competitions and how it looks like in the future.


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Monday, July 6, 2020

Episode 516 - Expert Instructor Rahz Chen


Expert Instructor Rahz Chen is a martial art practitioner and instructor of Krav Maga and he is from Israel.

I believe that training doesn't have to only be physical. I can be an awareness of your health and nutrition. Staying hydrated, taking care of your mental health, meditation, rest, and recovery. I think it's doing things with balance and not too much.

Expert Instructor Rahz Chen - Episode 516

The similarities of Krav Maga and Capoeira is almost non-existent aside from it's both martial arts. Expert Instructor Rahz Chen learned Capoeira first before going full-time on Krav Maga. He loved the musical and rhythmic elements of the former and the pragmatic and military style of the latter. When Expert Instructor Chen learned Krav Maga through his brother, he never stopped and became an instructor himself. He currently teaches classes and seminars for army, police, and civilians in topics like counter-terrorism, rape prevention, Krav Maga instructor certification, Krav Maga combat, and fitness. Listen to learn more!

Show Notes

In this episode, we mentioned Imi Sde-Or, the founder of Krav Maga. Check out our episode about Krav Maga here.


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Thursday, July 2, 2020

Episode 515 - Is Martial Arts Inherently Sexist


In this episode, Jeremy tries to answer a controversial question: Is Martial Arts Inherently Sexist?

Is Martial Arts Inherently Sexist - Episode 515

In the spirit of spreading traditional martial arts all over the world, it's important to talk about the role of women.  What could be the reasons why women are less likely to participate in the martial arts than men? In this episode, Jeremy tries to answer is martial arts inherently sexist or it's just a question of leadership and lack of role models? Listen in and join the conversation!


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Monday, June 29, 2020

Episode 514 - Mr. Jon Hurwitz


Mr. Jon Hurwitz is an actor, film director, producer, and part of the cast of the legendary movie, The Karate Kid 

When there's that many people who loves  something, a movie like karate kid, you're going to watch it over and over gain over the years, it's ingrained in your life in a major way and you think about it in all sorts of different ways. So it's not surprising that many people across the world would have examined the Karate Kid and thought about it in a different kind of way.

Mr. Jon Hurwitz - Episode 514

Our guest today needs no introduction because most of you might know him already. Mr. Jon Hurwitz is part of the legendary film The Karate Kid. Mr. Hurwitz, aside from being an actor, is a director, producer, and writer of some famous comedy films like Harold and Kumar, American Reunion, and more. Presently, he is part of the "sequel" of The Karate Kid that is shown on Youtube Premium, Cobra Kai. Liste now to learn more about Karate Kid and Mr. Jon Hurwitz's journey.

Show Notes

You can check out Mr. Jon Hurwitz's IMDB page and the Karate Kid episode here


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Thursday, June 25, 2020

Episode 513 - Growing Opportunity for Martial Arts in Homeschooling


In this episode, Jeremy talks about the growing opportunity for Martial Arts in Homeschooling

Coming Opportunity for Martial Arts in Homeschooling - Episode 513

Homeschooling has been around for decades and we see that the trend might be climbing towards it. As an observation, homeschooled children have a lot more flexible school day activities and that's where the opportunity for martial arts to come in. In this episode, Jeremy talks about the growing opportunity for Martial Arts in Homeschooling and how martial arts school owners and instructors can benefit from it. Listen to learn more!


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Monday, June 22, 2020

Episode 512 - Shihan Charles Garrett


Shihan Charles Garrett is a practitioner and instructor of Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Matsumura Seito Karate-do based in California.

To me, martial arts is the best thing to keep us from having to get in a fight because our energy tells us automatically where the disturbance is. On the other hand, we have a requirement of being a guardian because when you really master the martial arts, you truly become a guardian of where you live. You have to learn to protect those that need to be protected because they don't have their own ability.

Shihan Charles Garrett - Episode 512

If you're going to learn martial arts for the first time in a military setting, you're in to get the real pain. Shihan Charles Garett learned martial arts through his drill Sargeant while stationed in Japan and eventually studying under Grandmaster Hohan Soken. Presently, Shihan Garett is a gatekeeper of the art of Okinawan Shorin Ryu Matsumura Seito Karate-do and he founded an organization for it; Soken Hohan's Orthodox Karate-Do Association. Listen in as Shihan Charles Garett shares his journey to the martial arts, how he ended up studying in Okinawa, and imparts the wisdom of a lifelong practitioner.

Show Notes

In this episode we mentioned Shihan Mike Sartwell and Grandmaster Hohan Soken

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Thursday, June 18, 2020

Episode 511 - Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 9)


In this episode, Jeremy brings us the ninth Episode of the Martial Arts Radio Live entitled: We Have More That Binds Us Than Divides Us

Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 9) - Episode 511

Today's episode is the ninth installment for the Martial Arts Radio Live. Jeremy answers questions and reads stories from the listeners as well as giving out some cool trivia. In this episode, we have a new segment where we talk about martial arts in the news. Listen to find out a lot of surprise announcements and more!


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Monday, June 15, 2020

Episode 510 - Ms. Shirley Meier


Ms. Shirley Meier is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. She is an author of science fiction and fantasy from Canada.

The difference between a soldier and a warrior is that a soldier just does what they're told, trusting the chain of command. A warrior makes their own decisions. Is this worth fighting over? Is this worth going to hell for?

Ms. Shirley Meier - Episode 510

Most of us learned martial arts because we need self-defense but there are some who learned for a whole different reason. Ms. Shirley Meier learned martial arts because she needed it for the novel she's writing at the time and as the cliche goes, the rest is history. Today, she is still writing novels and teaches karate for free. The discussion in this episode touches a lot of topics so listen to learn more!

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Find more about Ms. Shirley Meier on her Wikipedia page. In this episode, we mentioned Mr. Teel James Glenn.


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Thursday, June 11, 2020

Episode 509 - Speed Development Program


In this episode, Jeremy talks about the newest addition to whistlekick's training programs, the Speed Development Program

Speed Development Program - Episode 509

Speed is an important part of martial arts and it works for physical training too. However, there are close to zero materials for speed training in the martial arts that are available in the market today. In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of speed training, what are the advantages, and more importantly, how this program was put together. If you are ready to be faster not only your feet but on every movement, listen to learn more about the Speed Development Program!


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Monday, June 8, 2020

Episode 508 - Sensei Daryl Vidal


Sensei Darryl Vidal is a martial arts practitioner and instructor of different styles. He's teaching the Vidal Kenpo program.

I think the more important thing less than the fact that that's what Bruce Lee did was that they're all great systems to offer and mixing them together is very rewarding and practical to some extent. It is definitely part of my whole Karate make up.

Sensei Darryl Vidal - Episode 508

Having been exposed to Eskrima, a Filipino art of stick fighting, at a young age, Sensei Darryl Vidal developed a fascination with the martial arts. As his brother learned karate, he would also train alongside him that gave him an affinity to it. Sensei Vidal went on to train, participate in competitions, and eventually landing a role in the original Karate Kid movie. Sensei Darryl Vidal had a lot of stories from where he came from so make sure to listen to this episode!

Show Notes

You can check out Sensei Darryl Vidal's IMDB page here


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Thursday, June 4, 2020

Episode 507 - Fights to the Death


In this episode, Jeremy tries to answer a question from a listener about Fights to the Death

Fights to the Death - Episode 507

From video games to team sports to Hollywood movies, how obsessed people are with violence? In this episode, Jeremy tries to answer a question about Fights to the Death which includes some of America's most beloved sports from MMA to Boxing fights to American Football as well as one of the best selling video games. Listen and join the conversation!


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Monday, June 1, 2020

Episode 506 - Mr. Jack O'Halloran


Mr. Jack O'Halloran is a Martial arts practitioner, former boxer, and actor who became famous for his role in the original Superman films.

Bruce would go down into neighborhoods knowing that people are going to mug him. He would take guns off guys and I told him, "Bruce, you can't do that kind of stuff, these kids will shoot you..." And he said "Nah, they ain't fast enough.."

Mr. Jack O'Halloran - Episode 506

Mr. Jack O'Halloran grew up in a tough background. Because of his father's work, Mr. O'Halloran learned the art of Pa-kua from a master from China. Later on, he went to Philly to pursue a career in boxing wherein he battled the Hall of Famer George Foreman. As Mr. Jack O'Halloran sets his boxing career aside, he then pursued an acting career. He became famous for his role in the original Superman films as the villain, Non. From his acting career to the New York mobs, Mr. O'halloran has a lot of stories to tell so listen to know more!

Show Notes

In this episode, we mentioned Bruce Lee. Check out Mr. Jack O'Halloran's IMDB page.


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Thursday, May 28, 2020

Episode 505 - The Next Year


In this episode, Jeremy talks about what's happened with whistlekick in this pandemic and what's in store in the next year

The Next Year - Episode 505

Despite the Coronavirus Pandemic that shattered the global economy into pieces, there are things to be thankful for here at whistlekick. Incidentally, just when the global quarantine is starting, we've released our hot selling Strength and Conditing Program that kept us in shape through these tough times. Most importantly, the podcast that you love never ceased publishing episodes. Listen to this episode and learn more about the current state of whistlekick and what's in store in the next year.


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Monday, May 25, 2020

Episode 504 - Kwang Jang Nim C.M. Griffin


Kwang Jang Nim C.M. Griffin is a practitioner and instructor of the Korean art of Hwa Rang Do in Cincinnati, Ohio

You think you know but you don't, you can't do XYZ. Sometimes it's good to let the student put their head in the fire and get burned. Professor Powell used to say, pain is a wonderful teacher because you will not forget the pain and you will always remember the lesson it taught you.

Kwang Jang Nim C.M. Griffin - Episode 504

Watching the Green Hornet as a kid sounds normal, but for martial artists, it was a treat. Kwang Jang Nim C.M. Griffin first saw Bruce Lee's Cato and he started to have a passion for martial arts. Trained by his uncle, his journey to the martial arts is not the easiest as he only had the chance to train full-time later in his teen years. Kwang Jang Nim C.M. Griffin also had to return to a white belt in the same style wherein he is already a black belt. Later on, he made a career in Television and Movies using his skills in martial arts. If you think it's awesome, listen to this episode and learn more!

Show Notes

In this episode, we mentioned Teel James Glenn, Victor Moore, Moses Powell


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Thursday, May 21, 2020

Episode 503 - Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 8)


In this episode, Jeremy brings us the eighth Episode of the Martial Arts Radio Live.

Martial Arts Radio LIVE (Episode 8) - Episode 503

Today's episode is the eighth installment for the Martial Arts Radio Live. Jeremy answers questions and reads stories from the listeners as well as giving out some cool trivia. Listen to find out a lot of surprise announcements and more!


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Monday, May 18, 2020

Episode 502 - Mr. Burton Richardson


Mr. Burton Richardson is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at the Jeet Kune Do Unlimited

There is a certain confidence that you might have had and all of a sudden you're questioning; this doesn't feel like it did in the dojo, what's going on here? There's this psychological process that we go through when we're suddenly confronted with an assault, sudden violence, and threats, usually our first thought is is this really happening?

Episode 502 - Mr. Burton Richardson

When you say you will do martial arts for a year before college, others won't last and others will do it for life. Mr. Burton Richardson did the latter. Mr. Richardson, whose favorite TV character is Kato, trained in martial arts as opposed to studying his pre-med course. He both trained with Guro Dan Inosanto and trains others himself as well. Being abducted as a kid, Mr. Burt Richardson has a deep and personal motivation in teaching martial arts and self-defense. Listen to find out more about Mr. Burt Richardson.

Show Notes

In this episode, wee mentioned Guro Dan Inosanto and Bill "Superfoot" Wallace


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