Kung Fu Conversations

Kung Fu Conversations

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An ongoing conversation about Kung Fu philosophy, practice, and training for the Kung Fu curious and old school practitioners of any style. Featuring honest bi-weekly discussions and interviews about current events, training, the long history of Chinese Kung Fu, and its meaning and relevance to today's practitioners. With over 50 years of experience teaching, training, and using internal and external styles of Chinese Kung Fu, Owen Schilling and Randel Davis bring insight, laughter, perspective, and clarity to the complicated subject of Chinese Kung Fu.

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Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

Episode #50 - Interview #11 - Douglas Wong - Traditional Chinese Kung Fu, Taiji, White Lotus Kung Fu pt2 29.12.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel continue their interview with Sifu Douglas Wong From his website: " Master Wong has been involved in the martial arts for over 40 years.....Teacher, trainer, and author,  Master Douglas L. Wong  is the founder of the modern-day White Lotus system of Kung Fu. Master Wong has traveled the world to teach his art through seminars, training camps, movies, videos, a...

Episode #50 - Interview #11 - Douglas Wong - Traditional Chinese Kung Fu, Taiji, White Lotus Kung Fu pt1 15.12.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview Sifu Douglas Wong From his website: " Master Wong has been involved in the martial arts for over 40 years.....Teacher, trainer, and author,  Master Douglas L. Wong  is the founder of the modern-day White Lotus system of Kung Fu. Master Wong has traveled the world to teach his art through seminars, training camps, movies, videos, and print and electro...

Episode #49 - Is Your Practice Right for you in the Long-Term? 01.12.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel talk about what is right for the long-term practitioner may not be right for the lineage or style in the short term. Reach Out and Let Us Know What You Think! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠ ⁠⁠KFC Gmail⁠⁠ Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact: ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram

Episode #48 - Interview #10 - Dr. Mark Cheng - Kung Fu, FMA, Taiji Quan, and Fitness pt2 17.11.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview Dr. Mark Cheng. From his website: "As a lifelong student of healing, harming, and helping the human body through martial and medical sciences, I’ve devoted countless hours across continents to connect the dots for you. Optimal human performance through movement is one of my fundamental yardsticks, and our goal is to give you a way to express your bod...

Episode #48 - Interview #10 - Dr. Mark Cheng - Kung Fu, FMA, Taiji Quan, and Fitness pt1 17.11.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview Dr. Mark Cheng. From his website: "As a lifelong student of healing, harming, and helping the human body through martial and medical sciences, I’ve devoted countless hours across continents to connect the dots for you. Optimal human performance through movement is one of my fundamental yardsticks, and our goal is to give you a way to express your bod...

Episode #47 - Solo Cast #3 - Warriorship Conversing ep3 - Randel Davis Talks with "The Combat Professor" Kevin Secours 20.10.2023

In this episode, Randel does a solo cast with Director of Integrated Fighting Systems "The Combat Professor" Kevin Secours. About Kevin: "I have over 30’years of teaching experience in the martial arts. I’ve worked with elite professionals and civilians, and created and implemented curriculums for military, law enforcement and institutions. I am passionate about sharing my love of t...

Episode #46 - Eras of Your Teacher and Their Training, How Should You Approach it? 15.10.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel talk about the eras of a teacher and how their training changes over time and how you should approach it. Reach Out and Let Us Know What You Think! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠ ⁠⁠KFC Gmail⁠⁠ Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact: ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram

Episode #45 - Interview #9 - Sifu Russ Smith - Chinese Kung Fu, Okinawan Karate, Eskrima - Burinkan Dojo pt2 29.09.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel continue their interview with master teacher and author Russ L Smith. From his website: "Russ expressed an interest in martial arts as a young teenager, and began learning Karate basics with a family friend. It wasn't until Russ was on extended vacation in the Philippines over thirty years ago that he began his formal training in Japanese Goju-Ryu under an...

Episode #45 - Interview #9 - Sifu Russ Smith - Chinese Kung Fu, Okinawan Karate, Eskrima - Burinkan Dojo pt1 15.09.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview master teacher and author Russ L Smith. From his website: "Russ expressed an interest in martial arts as a young teenager, and began learning Karate basics with a family friend. It wasn't until Russ was on extended vacation in the Philippines over thirty years ago that he began his formal training in Japanese Goju-Ryu under an Australian instruct...

Episode #44 - Two Year Anniversary Episode! 03.09.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel talk about doing the Kung Fu Conversations (KFC) podcast for the last two years! Reach Out and Let Us Know What You Think! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠ ⁠⁠KFC Gmail⁠⁠ Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact: ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram

Episode #43 - Interview #8 - Ken Gullette - Chen Taiji, Bagua, Xingyi - Internal Fighting Arts 18.08.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview well-known Chen Taiji, Bagua, and Xingyi practitioner Ken Gullette of Internal Fighting Arts. With over 50 years of training and teaching martial arts Ken brings a unique perspective to life and practice. From his Web Site: "Ken Gullette's goal has not changed from the day he took his first kung-fu class on September 20, 1973. He still works to d...

Episode #42 - Cross-training in Martial Arts, How Much is Too Much? 28.07.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel discuss Cross-training in Martial Arts! Kung Fu Conversations (KFC) - Reach Out and Let Us Know What You Think! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠ ⁠⁠KFC Gmail⁠⁠ Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact: ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram

Episode #41 - Interview #7 - Jonathan Bluestein - Chinese Kung Fu - Blue Jade Martial Arts pt. 2 16.07.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel continue their interview with multi-art Kung Fu practitioner, author of nine books, and podcaster, Jonathan Bluestein of Blue Jade Martial Arts! From his Facebook: "We are an international martial arts organization of like-minded individuals, committed to the dissemination of traditional Chinese gongfu and its values. We uphold high standards of excellence and...

Episode #41 - Interview #7 - Jonathan Bluestein - Chinese Kung Fu - Blue Jade Martial Arts pt. 1 30.06.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview multi-art Kung Fu practitioner, author of nine books, and podcaster, Jonathan Bluestein of Blue Jade Martial Arts! From his Facebook: "We are an international martial arts organization of like-minded individuals, committed to the dissemination of traditional Chinese gongfu and its values. We uphold high standards of excellence and personal conduct, o...

Episode #40 - The Shareability of Chinese Martial Arts! 16.06.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel discuss the shareability of Chinese Martial Arts, how challenging it can be, and what we can do to promote it! Kung Fu Conversations (KFC) - Reach Out and Let Us Know What You Think! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠ ⁠⁠KFC Gmail⁠⁠ Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact: ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠...

Episode #39 - Interview #6 - Will Wain-Williams - Praying Mantis Practitioner and Kung Fu Documentary Filmmaker - Monkey Steals Peach 26.05.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview Praying Mantis practitioner and kung fu documentary filmmaker Will Wain-Williams from the Monkey Steals Peach YouTube Channel. From his YouTube Channel: " My name is Will and I am a practitioner of Kung Fu. For the past decade I have been travelling Asia seeking out, documenting and researching old styles of martial arts. I want to share my training,...

Solo Cast #2 - Warriorship Conversing ep2 - Randel Davis on the Steel Mace Nation Podcast 19.05.2023

In this episode, Randel does a solo cast with the Steel Mace Nation Podcast .

Episode #38 - Being Good at Your Martial Art or Being Good at Fighting? 16.05.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel discuss Being Good at Your Martial Art vs Fighting. Kung Fu Conversations (KFC) - Reach Out and Let Us Know What You Think! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠ ⁠⁠KFC Gmail⁠⁠ Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact: ⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram

Episode #37 - Interview #5 - Scott M. Rodell - Yang Taiji and Chinese Swordsmanship - Great River Taoist Center pt2 28.04.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel continue their interview with Scott M. Rodell of the Great River Taoist Center about his practice, teaching, and martial development!  “Scott M. Rodell`s martial arts career includes over 35 years of training in Yang Style Taijiquan. He has trained under several noted Chinese masters, in both the U.S. and China. He is the founding Director of the Great River Taoist...

Episode #37 - Interview #5 - Scott M. Rodell - Yang Taiji and Chinese Swordsmanship - Great River Taoist Center pt1 14.04.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview Scott M. Rodell of the Great River Taoist Center about his practice, teaching, and martial development!  “Scott M. Rodell`s martial arts career includes over 35 years of training in Yang Style Taijiquan. He has trained under several noted Chinese masters, in both the U.S. and China. He is the founding Director of the Great River Taoist Center, headquarter...

Episode #36 - Classical vs Modern Applications in Chinese Kung Fu! 01.04.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel discuss Classical vs Modern Applications in Chinese Kung Fu. Kung Fu Conversations (KFC) - Reach Out and Let Us Know What you Think! ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠ ⁠KFC Gmail⁠ Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact: ⁠Blog⁠ ⁠Instagram

Episode #35 - Interview #4 - Sonny Mannon - Shuai Jiao, Bagua, Taiji - Sequoia Kung Fu & Yoga pt2 17.03.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel continue their interview with Sonny Mannon of Sequoia Kung Fu & Yoga about his time in Beijing, Taiji Quan, and Shuai Jiao!  Sonny Mannon is the co-founder of Guang Wu Shuai Jiao and the owner of Sequoia Kung Fu & Yoga in Visalia, Ca. Sonny lived and trained full-time in Beijing, China for 8 years and has taught seminars around the world. Sequoia Kung...

Episode #35 - Interview #4 - Sonny Mannon - Shuai Jiao, Bagua, Taiji - Sequoia Kung Fu & Yoga pt1 03.03.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel interview Sonny Mannon of Sequoia Kung Fu & Yoga about his time in Beijing, Taiji Quan, and Shuai Jiao!  Sonny Mannon is the co-founder of Guang Wu Shuai Jiao and the owner of Sequoia Kung Fu & Yoga in Visalia, Ca. Sonny lived and trained full-time in Beijing, China for 8 years and has taught seminars around the world. Sequoia Kung Fu & Yoga Guang...

Episode #34 What is the Point of Studying Martial Arts with Monastic Origins? 16.02.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel discuss studying Martial Arts with monastic origins. Kung Fu Conversations (KFC) - Reach Out and Let Us Know What you Think! Instagram Facebook Buy Me a Coffee KFC Gmail Randel @ Red Forest Chinese Boxing - Contact : Instagram Facebook Owen @ Boulder Internal Arts - Contact : Blog Instagram

Episode #33 - Interview #3 - Ryan Bloomfield of Three Treasures Traditional Studies & Wellness pt2 01.02.2023

In this episode, Owen and Randel continue their interview with Ryan Bloomfield of Three Treasures Traditional Studies & Wellness about his XinYi LiuHe! Ryan Bloomfield has been training Traditional Chinese Martial Arts for over 30 years with the last 18 years focusing on the internal martial arts of XinYi LiuHe Quan, Chen Family Taijiquan, Bagua and their associated health systems. Since meeti...

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