Everyday Martial Artist

Art Camacho – Director, Producer, Actor, and Stuntman Today’s guest is a powerhouse in the action film industry. Art Camacho is an accomplished film director, producer, actor, and stuntman with a career spanning decades. He began his journey producing and directing commercials before transitioning into the world of action cinema, where he made his mark directing, choreographing, and producin...

Today’s guest is the incredible Shihan Michelle Gay, a 6th-degree black belt and six-time World Oyama Knockdown Champion. She has claimed numerous North American Open Tournament titles in both Kata and Kumite, solidifying her legacy as a martial arts legend. In 2001, Michelle won the Canadian Kyokushin Knockdown Division, and in 2002, she earned 2nd place and the prestigious Fighting Spirit...

Today’s guest is Matthew Lee, a certified 4th Degree Black Belt with over 15 years of martial arts experience. Matthew has an impressive martial arts career, highlighted by numerous accolades, including being a Junior Nationals Gold Medalist, a Minnesota, Oregon, and Washington Gold Medalist, as well as competing and coaching at the national level. He is the proud Owner and Head Instructor at Lee’...

Ted Pryor is a true Renaissance man: a martial artist, actor, author, and businessman with an extraordinary story. During his martial arts career, Ted held the title of WKA Super Middleweight World Champion from 1982 to 1987. He competed extensively across Asia, Europe, and the United States, earning a reputation as a kickboxing phenomenon. As his career evolved, Ted ventured into filmmaking. He f...

Mark Dacascos: Actor, TV Personality, and Martial Artist Born in Hawaii, Mark Dacascos is a versatile performer known for his roles on both the big and small screens. Over the years, you’ve seen him in hit TV shows like The Crow: Stairway to Heaven , The Legend of Bruce Lee , Stargate Atlantis , Mortal Kombat: Legacy , Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. , Wu Assassins , Iron Chef , Hawaii Five-0 , Warrior , a...

Kendra Mahon is a highly accomplished martial artist and fitness professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. She is a two gold stripe black belt in Kung Fu and an expert fitness trainer. Kendra is the founder of the Global Kung Fu Alliance and has earned prestigious accolades, including being named Canada’s top fitness trainer by The Best Calgary and recognized as one of the Top...

Charles Johnson’s journey in the sport of fencing began in 1984 at the age of 34. Over the past 40 years, he has worn many hats in the fencing world: competitor, instructor, organizer, and leader. During his competitive years, Charles participated in numerous local and national tournaments, establishing himself as a dedicated athlete. He also played key roles within the Central Florida Divis...

In this episode, I’m joined by the inspiring Cliff Kinchen, a Detroit native, martial artist, retired U.S. Air Force veteran, and holder of an MBA with a concentration in Strategic Leadership. Cliff’s martial arts journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Between 1994 and 2003, he achieved championships across multiple disciplines, including Amateur Kickboxing, Judo, Boxing, Tae Kwon Do, and Kick...

Today’s guest is Corey Green, a martial artist with an impressive 40 years of experience spanning nine martial arts styles. For the past 27 years, Corey has specialized in teaching Shito-Ryu Karate, bringing his passion and expertise to countless students. In 1998, Corey founded his internationally certified karate school, which has since become a beacon of excellence in martial arts education. He...

This week, we welcome an extraordinary martial artist and academic, Jamie Seabrook. Jamie has been training in Kenpo Karate since 1985 and holds the impressive rank of 9th-degree black belt. His martial arts journey doesn’t stop there: He earned his black belt in Modern Arnis under Grandmaster Remy Presas in 1991. Achieved a Black Sash in Dragon Kung Fu under Master Paul Chau. Holds a Blue B...

Today’s guest is none other than Doug Marcaida, a world-renowned expert in edged weapons. Doug is a US military contractor, martial arts instructor, and knife designer for FOX Knives Italy. His deep expertise has made him a trusted instructor for military, law enforcement, and security professionals, offering specialized training in weapon awareness and tactical use. Doug’s innovative designs have...

Today’s guest, Duval Hamilton, is a 4th dan black belt in Kyokushinkai Karate and a highly respected martial artist known for his depth of skill and experience across multiple disciplines. Born and raised in New York City, Duval’s passion for martial arts sparked early, starting with Kung Fu and Tae Kwon Do. Under the guidance of dedicated instructors, his natural talent became clear, setting him...

Today’s guest, Rick Roufus, began his martial arts journey at just 5 years old. Rising quickly through the national point karate circuit, Rick made his professional debut as a kickboxer in his late teens. Early in his career, Rick competed under full-contact rules, where leg kicks, elbow strikes, and knee attacks weren’t permitted. Despite these restrictions, he achieved an impressive 28-0 record...

Today’s guest, Jayne Storey, is a seasoned martial artist with over 30 years of experience. She is also an accomplished author and keynote speaker. Jayne has spent more than a decade dedicated to developing The Chi Performance Method, a unique system crafted for elite athletes and performers in sports and the arts. This method empowers clients to calm the mind, relax the nervous system, and manage...

Brett Chan’s illustrious career has evolved into directing, where his expertise continues to shine. He has been entrusted with leading several high-profile projects, including 16 and Foxhunt . Renowned globally as one of the top stunt coordinators, fight choreographers, and 2nd unit directors, Brett’s incredible creativity, strong work ethic, and 40 years of experience in martial arts have elevate...

Join us as we sit down with Celeste Myers, also known as “Profesora Azul” in the Capoeira community. With over 20 years of experience, Celeste’s journey began in gymnastics and sports before pursuing a B.A. in music. She went on to teach music and math in public and private schools for over a decade. Celeste has not only run two successful Capoeira schools but also made her mark...

Rob Ingram has been immersed in martial arts for over 27 years, achieving a 3rd-degree black belt in karate, a 3rd-degree black belt in Lissajous-Do, and a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As a fighter, Rob boasts an impressive record, going 6-0 as an amateur boxer and 4-2 as an amateur kickboxer. He spent two years on the international martial arts team “Full Circle” and ran his ow...

Today, we have a true martial arts legend on the show: Mr. Eric Lee. Born in China, Eric’s martial arts journey began under the influence of his father, who also studied the art. Throughout his career, he has trained with some of the most respected martial artists in the world, including Master Wen Mei Yu, Grandmaster Share K. Lew, James Lee, and former guest of the show, Grandmaster Al Daca...

Mollii Khangsengsing is a lifelong athlete who knows firsthand how physical activity can transform lives. After migrating to the U.S. as a child, she quickly adapted to a new culture and language through her passion for sports and fitness. With 18 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training, Mollii made history as the first Laotian female black belt in the discipline. In 2019, she co-founded Tuff...

In this episode of Everyday Martial Artist , we are honored to welcome Eric Oram, a true authority in the martial arts world with over 45 years of experience. Eric is one of the leading experts in Wing Chun Kung Fu, with an impressive background that spans multiple martial arts styles including grappling, kickboxing, kali/escrima, Jeet Kune Do, Karate, and both Asian and European weaponry. Since 1...

Today, I’m thrilled to introduce a true multi-talented force in the martial arts and entertainment world. David Kurzhal is a lifelong martial artist, natural bodybuilder, actor, screenwriter, and a YouTube sensation. You may recognize him from films like The Last Kumite , Warrior Island , and Bloodstorm . He’s also making waves in the ring, having recently signed with Official Celebrity Boxing, wi...

Today on the podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome Tony Caro, a prolific writer and martial artist. Tony is the author of “Tragedy Man: A Horror Anthology” and has just released a brand new collection of short stories titled “Dreaded Invocations.” In addition to his impressive writing career, Tony is making plans to dive back into feature film development. With over 25 years of...

Today’s guest, Fariborz Azhakh, was inspired by Bruce Lee at a young age and began his lifelong journey in martial arts. Originally from Iran, he moved to the United States at the age of 14 and has since dedicated over 45 years to studying martial arts. His training includes learning from esteemed figures such as Steve Sexton, Grand Master Ji Han Jae, and past show guests David Meyer and Ron Balic...

Today’s guest is Darryl Vidal, a martial artist with over 45 years of experience. Based in Murrieta, CA, Darryl has been teaching Karate for more than 30 years and is also the founder and head of the Murrieta Stick Fighting Club. In 2012, Darryl received the highest honor in martial arts, being promoted to the level of Grandmaster. You might recognize his name from the original Karate Kid movie an...

Meet Ron Shuali, the “Messiah of the Mind” and “Behavior Master.” Once a victim of bullying who later became a bully himself, Ron has transformed his experiences into a mission to empower families and organizations. Through his transformational trainings, Ron equips people with practical tools to effectively stop bullying. Ron’s keynotes, workshops, and assemblies are packe...