Mind Sensei Podcast

Guest: Sensei Donnie Jeffcoat – 6th Degree Black BeltHost: Peter Tas | The Mind Sensei Podcast In Part 1 of this special two-episode interview, I sit down with Sensei Donnie Jeffcoat, a 6th-Degree Black Belt, actor, lifelong martial artist, and the founder of the Shaolin American Self Defense Academy in North Hollywood, California. This episode takes you back to the beginning of Donnie’s journey —...

The Mind Sensei Podcast – Senior Master Tim Bulot (Part 3) In the final part of our series, we explore Senior Master Bulot’s tactical expertise and how he blends American Kenpo with real-world combat through the Strategic Weapons Academy of Texas. His approach—bridging traditional Kenpo concepts with modern survival tactics—offers essential insight for today’s practitioners. We discuss his ongoing...

The Mind Sensei Podcast – Senior Master Tim Bulot (Part 2) In part two, we go deeper into Senior Master Bulot’s history of instruction, mentorship, and leadership within American Kenpo. We discuss his role in guiding high-level practitioners, including his 30-year mentorship of Senior Master Mark Reding, and the philosophy behind restoring core Kenpo principles in a modern world. We cover his exte...

The Mind Sensei Podcast – Episode with Senior Master Tim Bulot (Part 1) Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mind Sensei podcast, where we explore the journeys of martial arts legends and dive deep into the philosophies that drive their success.  Welcome to the Mind Sensei podcast. I’m your host, Peter Tas, and today I’m honored to have with us Tim Bulot—a 10th Degree Senior Master in Americ...

“Welcome to The Mind Sensei Podcast, I’m your host, Peter Tas.” Today, I have the absolute honour of sitting down with a true icon in the world of martial arts — a man whose name is synonymous with precision, speed, and technical mastery. In this first part of our conversation, we explore the journey, philosophies, and defining moments of the legendary Bill “Superfoot” Wallace . His story is one o...

🔥 *The Mind Sensei* Podcast Special Series Finale! 🔥🔥 PART 3 – CULMINATION + THE MODERN PATH OF KENPO KALI In Part 3 we bring this series to a close with Mr. Epperson’s current teaching approach, the ongoing mentorship he maintains with GM Huk Planas, and how he continues to build and refine Kenpo Kali inside his Chico, California dojo. This final instalment reveals the synthesis of lineage, we...

🥋 PART 2 NOW LIVE – CHUCK EPPERSON on FILIPINO MARTIAL ARTS + SYSTEM EXPANSION In Part 2 of my interview with Mr. Chuck Epperson, we dive into his influential exposure to Filipino martial arts — including Kali and Doce Pares Eskrima — introduced initially by GM Huk Planas and later developed under Grand Master Anthony Kleeman. These studies led to black belts in Eskrima, Eskrido and Pangamont — f...

Welcome to the Mind Sensei Podcast—where true martial wisdom meets modern inspiration. I’m your host, Peter Tas, and today I’m thrilled to welcome one of American Kenpo’s most innovative teachers—a master whose career bridges tradition and evolution in the martial arts world. Our guest is Mr. Chuck Epperson: Ninth Degree Black Belt in Ed Parker’s American Kenpo, founder of Epperson Brothers Kenpo...

🔥 *The Mind Sensei* Podcast Special Series Finale! 🔥 In Part 2 of my conversation with Sensei John Marrable , we continue an extraordinary story of perseverance and mastery. From self-teaching techniques in his early years to earning his Rokudan (6th Dan) in Okinawa under Sensei Higaonna , John’s journey is a powerful reminder that the martial arts are as much about inner strength as physical sk...

As the host of The Mind Sensei Podcast, I get to meet warriors from every walk of life—but few embody the indomitable spirit of martial arts, resilience, and true inclusion like my guest this week: Sensei John Marrable. John’s journey started in Romford, England, where a childhood accident at age ten left him a paraplegic. Rather than allowing this moment to limit him, it set him on a path of tran...

🎧 Episode Release – Part 2 The conversation with Mr. Michael Matsuda continues on The Mind Sensei Podcast . Michael Matsuda is not only the 6th Generation Grandmaster of Tai Shing Pek Kwar but also the founder and president of the Martial Arts History Museum , the first of its kind in the world. Designed by artists from Disney, DreamWorks, and The Simpsons, the museum has become a cultural hub de...

🎧 Episode Release – Part 1 On this episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast , host Peter Tas sits down with Mr. Michael Matsuda , the 6th Generation Grandmaster of Tai Shing Pek Kwar (Monkey Kung Fu) and the founder & president of the Martial Arts History Museum . With over 45 years of experience in martial arts, Mr. Matsuda is recognized worldwide as the leading authority on Monkey Kung Fu. He is...

The Mind Sensei Podcast with Host Peter Tas In this special memorial edition of The Mind Sensei Podcast, host Peter Tas and the Deep Dive Team pay tribute to one of the most respected figures in American Kenpo Karate — Senior Master of the Arts, Guru Richard “Huk” Planas. For over six decades, Mr. Planas dedicated his life to refining, preserving, and teaching the art of Kenpo. Known around the wo...

Welcome back to the Mind Sensei Podcast! I’m your host, Peter Tas, and today we have the incredible honor of continuing to speak with a true warrior and scholar in the world of martial arts — Mr. Bryan Hawkins. Mr Hawkins  journey in Kenpo Karate began over forty years ago, back in 1980, at the iconic West Los Angeles Studio. He was a private student of the legendary Senior Grandmaster Edmund K. P...

Part 2 of 3 Welcome back to the Mind Sensei Podcast! I’m your host, Peter Tas, and today we have the incredible honor of continuing to speak with a true warrior and scholar in the world of martial arts — Mr. Bryan Hawkins. Mr Hawkins  journey in Kenpo Karate began over forty years ago, back in 1980, at the iconic West Los Angeles Studio. He was a private student of the legendary Senior Grandmaster...

Welcome to the Mind Sensei Podcast! I’m your host, Peter Tas, and today we have the incredible honor of speaking with a true warrior and scholar in the world of martial arts — Mr. Bryan Hawkins. Mr Hawkins  journey in Kenpo Karate began over forty years ago, back in 1980, at the iconic West Los Angeles Studio. He was a private student of the legendary Senior Grandmaster Edmund K. Parker, the found...

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to the Mind Sensei Podcast! Part 2 of my conversation with Phil Buck is now live on The Mind Sensei Podcast! In this episode, Phil shares his experiences teaching across the world — from running his own school to leading national and international seminars, and even working with law enforcement, civilian, and commercial groups. We also dive into his current focus...

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to the Mind Sensei Podcast! I'm your host, Peter Tas, and today, we have an extraordinary guest joining us. He's a martial artist with a remarkable journey spanning over three decades, a true dedication to his craft, and a unique expertise that has left a lasting impact in the world of martial arts. Please give a warm welcome to the one and only, Phil Buc...

🔥 *The Mind Sensei* Podcast Special Series Finale! 🔥   🔊 The Mind Sensei Podcast: 3-Part Interview with Senior Professor Larry Kongaika – Part 3 In the final installment of this epic 3-part series, Senior Professor Larry Kongaika , 7th Degree Black Belt, shares his current role as Head Instructor at MAX Dojo in Diamond Bar , his leadership insights, and his mission to uphold and pass on the tru...

🚨 Part 2 is Here! 🚨 🔊 The Mind Sensei Podcast: 3-Part Interview with Senior Professor Larry Kongaika – Part 2 In Part 2 of this powerful 3-part interview, Senior Professor William "Larry" Kongaika , 7th Degree Black Belt, opens up about his years as a producer of the Long Beach International Karate Championships and his contributions to the “Encyclopedia of Kenpo.” Dive deeper into the philosop...

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 🔊 The Mind Sensei Podcast: 3-Part Interview with Senior Professor Larry Kongaika – Part 1 Step into the rich legacy of American Kenpo with Part 1 of our exclusive 3-part series featuring Senior Professor William "Larry" Kongaika , 7th Degree Black Belt. A direct student of Mr. Paul Mills , and former Chief Instructor of Ed Parker’s original Pasadena studio , Mr. Kon...

The Mind Sensei Podcast — Part A: The Kenpo Journey with Mr. Jason Arnold Welcome to another powerful episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast ! In this two-part special, host Peter Tas sits down with Mr. Jason Arnold , an accomplished martial artist and respected teacher from Canada whose dedication to Ed Parker’s American Kenpo has inspired countless students around the world. In Part A , we explore M...

The Mind Sensei Podcast — Part A: The Kenpo Journey with Mr. Jason Arnold Welcome to another powerful episode of  The Mind Sensei Podcast ! In this two-part special, host  Peter Tas  sits down with  Mr. Jason Arnold , an accomplished martial artist and respected teacher from Canada whose dedication to Ed Parker’s American Kenpo has inspired countless students around the world. In  Part A , we expl...

🎙️ PART 2 IS HERE – The Mind Sensei Podcast 🎙️ We’re back with Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Mr. Frank Vigoroux—President of Vigoroux International Academies and a 9th Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo. Today on The Mind Sensei Podcast, we welcome Mr. Frank Vigoroux—President of Vigoroux International Academies and a 9th Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo under Grand master Larry Tat...

Today on The Mind Sensei Podcast, we welcome Mr. Frank Vigoroux—President of Vigoroux International Academies and a 9th Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo under Grandmaster Larry Tatum. Originally from Chile, Mr. Vigoroux brought his passion for Kenpo to the U.S., where he established the first and only Kenpo school in North Jersey. A five-time Kenpo Instructor of the Year and Hall of Honor induc...