Jeremy Lesniak

First Cup with Jeremy

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Weekday morning show with Jeremy Lesniak, as he drinks his first cup of coffee and contemplates life as a martial artist.-Jeremy, the Founder of whistlekick Martial Arts products (sparring gear, uniforms, etc) is also the host of whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, another podcast available online.-Topics covered on First Cup include practical advice for martial artists, current challenges and victories in business, new products and services from whistlekick and whatever else is on Jeremy's mind. Sometimes viewers ask questions live (6:30am, Eastern, on YouTube) which Jeremy answers.

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Jeremy Lesniak

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First Cup with Jeremy - 20190913 13.09.2019 17:05

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Your thoughts on minimalism as a lifestyle? 2. What would you think of the idea of actually being a martial arts therapist? 3. Imagine for a moment that you have spare time. What area of martial arts history would you like to study? 4. What do you think the martial arts would look like if they had been invented/de...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190912 - Swords, Weapons, Weapon Sparring 12.09.2019 17:50

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. Which sword from your collection is your favorite? 2. Imagine for a moment that you have traveled back in time. You have been challenged to a duel. You are given a choice of weapons (excluding explosives and firearms) what weapon would you choose? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't for...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190911 12.09.2019 23:15

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):   1. What do you think are the pros and cons of letting people know at work that you are a martial artist? 2. What do you think is the hardest part about being a martial artist and how can we overcome that? 3. Have you ever dreamed that you had to use your martial arts skills in real life and at the end you were...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190909 09.09.2019 15:55

1. What are the pros and cons of running a martial arts school? 2. What do you think are the top 3 reasons martial arts schools close? 3. If you opened a martial arts school again what would you do differently compared to the first time?

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190906 06.09.2019 19:25

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190906

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190905 - Follow up on Master Ken and Mr. Joseph Conway 05.09.2019 14:55

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What is your favorite master Ken video? 2. What is the main thing you walked with from your interview with Mr. Joseph Conway? 3. Have you ever dreamed of doing a video with master Ken? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answe...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190904 04.09.2019 23:55

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190904

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190903 04.09.2019 17:10

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190903

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190902 - Jeremy's Dream Dojo (Training Space) 02.09.2019 8:55

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy comes to you live from the car - hanging out in a Dunkin Donuts parking lot. He also takes a quick stab at answering some questions. 1. Have you been reading, listening, or watching anything interesting/fun during vacation? 2. If you could build a dream dojo what would it include? 3. It has been said that "the world...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190830 - Sparring in History, Martial Arts Movie Observations, Dogs! 30.08.2019 14:55

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. If you could go back in time and spar with anyone in history who would you choose? 2. If you could be a fly on the wall during the making of any martial arts movie (past or present) which would you choose? 3. What is your favorite breed of dog? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190829 - Sense of Adventure, Handling Too Much To Do 29.08.2019 20:15

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Where do you think you get your sense of adventure from? 2. You seem to be very busy. Any advice for those of us who don't like rushing? 3. Any advice on not freaking out if you have a whole lot to do? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question a...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190828 - Philosophy, Remaining Present 28.08.2019 17:40

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. How familiar are you with Taoism? 2. How familiar are you with Confucianism? 3. What about Asian History? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190826 - Bruce Lee Contributions, whistlekick's Future, Overtraining 26.08.2019 16:50

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What do you think was Bruce Lee's greatest accomplishment? 2. Where do you see Whistlekick in 5 years? 3. Is there such a thing as overtraining? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190823 - Reflections on 36 Chambers of Shaolin Movie 23.08.2019 17:20

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy chats about phone problems and answers some viewer questions. 1. Did the 36 chambers of Shaolin change your mind about martial arts films pre 1990? 2. What was the best part of the movie mentioned above? 3. Who was your favorite character? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190822 - Way of the Peaceful Warrior (and how it changed Jeremy's life) 22.08.2019 20:05

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers some viewer questions. 1. It has been said that "there are no ordinary moments". Do you think this is true? (this quote is from Way of the Peaceful Warrior [book].) 2. How have the martial arts helped veterans? 3. It has been said that "physical fitness is its own self-defense". What do you think this means?...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190821 - Tai Chi & Martial Arts, Acupuncture, Improving Flexibility 21.08.2019 28:15

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Have you studied the internal arts? 2. Do you think studying the internal arts is important to becoming a well rounded martial artist? 3. What are the benefits of receiving acupuncture treatment? 4. How can you improve flexibility for higher kicks? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190820 - Building Unity in the Martial Arts, Supplementing Your Training 20.08.2019 23:50

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What physical discipline would be the best supplement to martial arts training? 1. When will you do another episode of "who'd win"? 2. What can others do to bring about more martial arts unity? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy lo...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190819 - Martial Arts vs Fine Arts, Chi, Favorite Parts of Training 19.08.2019 16:40

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What similarities do you see between martial arts and the fine arts? 2. Are there any practical steps to take to improve one's inner strength or chi? 3. What is your favorite part of training? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy lov...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190815 - Relaxation, Meditation, Martial Arts vs Sports 15.08.2019 25:10

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What is your favorite way to relax? 2. Do you think meditation should relax or invigorate us? 3. What is it about attending martial arts classes helps people unwind during difficult times? 4. Why should people train in Martial Arts instead of doing the classical sports or why do you think people should continue to train...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190814 - Reasons for Starting and Continuing Martial Arts Training 14.08.2019 24:00

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show) Jeremy addresses some viewer follow up of yesterday's conversation on Ohio and Ice Cream, then answers some questions including:  1. You have frequently asked guests "how did you get started in the martial arts?". What have been the most common answers? 2. Another question you have asked is "what is keeping you going?"...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190813 - Ice Cream, Local Pride 13.08.2019 15:15

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy starts a few minutes late, discusses ice cream and then talks about taking pride in the things around you. This all stems from these viewer questions. 1. What is your favorite flavor of ice cream? 2. Have you ever been to Ohio? 3. Have you ever had Graeters ice cream? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, U...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190812 - Dealing with Violent Scenarios, When to Call the Police 12.08.2019 29:30

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks a bit about his weekend and answers some viewer questions.  1. As martial artists how should we react if we witness domestic abuse among family members? 2. How should someone react if a larger person is mentally ill and getting violent? 3. Is it enough in either of the above examples to simply tell someon...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190809 - Martial Arts Westerns, Upcoming whistlekick Book Release 09.08.2019 17:50

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Over the years several martial arts tv shows have also had a western theme. Such as Kung Fu, Walker Texas Ranger, and Warrior. Why do you think this combination works so well? 2. When can we expect your book to come out? 3. Have you read Jackie Chan's book Never Grow Up? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190808 - Bruce Lee Contributions to Martial Arts, Warrior TV Show 08.08.2019 15:15

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. What have you learned from watching the show Warrior? 2. What do you think is the greatest contribution Bruce Lee made to the martial arts? 3. If Bruce were alive today do you think the martial arts would be different? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy rea...

First Cup with Jeremy - 20190807 - Pros and Cons of Competition, Experiences with Competing, More 07.08.2019 16:25

Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. Many people have a negative impression of competition. What is your view? 2. What life lessons do you think competition can teach us? 3. What are the pros and cons of competing? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering qu...