Tiga Tactics Podcast

Conrad, Scott and Evan talk about Aikido.  Is it useful, should you practice it, what are the goals?  Plus, obviously some thoughts on Steven Seagal are basically mandatory in this episode.    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:     Train with Tiga Tactics online fro...

Conrad, Scott and Evan attempt to answer when is it okay to quit martial arts?  Can you quit after black belt?  Is lifetime dedication the only answer?     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:     Train with Tiga Tactics online from Combatives to Silat and more: https...

Patrick is back!  Conard, Evan and Patrick talk about real world knife attacks and their exploration to come up with an effective form of defense that ultimately resulted in Knife Defense 1.0. Learn Knife Defense 1.0 on Tiga Tactics   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in person with Tiga T...

Conrad Bui recently returned from his trip to China where he took a whirlwind tour of all the martial arts legendary locations.  Evan asks him questions about his visit to the Shaolin Temple, Wudan and Chen Village (the birth of Tai Chi).   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in person with...

Sensei Scott Sobel with a background in Silat, Aikido, Kempo Karate and Jiu Jitsu joins Evan and Conrad to talk about his background in martial arts!   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in person with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training/courses/maryland2026   Dr. Conrad at Rocky...

Evan interviews Dr. Conrad Bui about the two years he spent bouncing at a bar, what he learned about real world conflict and his "plan" for dealing with unruly patrons.  Plus, a whole lot more in this trip down memory lane episode.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in Maryland with Tiga...

Holder of black belts in 9x different styles Conrad Bui and retired Special Forces operator with half a dozen instructor or black belt equivalent certifications Evan Perperis talk about belts and ranks.  What are the pros/cons? Should belt tests charge? What is their history? Are the names for instructors appropriate?     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their...

Patrick and Evan deep dive into their backgrounds on Kenpo Karate, both Patrick and Evan's first black belts from different branches.  Pros, cons, things they learned, if the system still holds up today and much more in this Patrick focused episode.    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in...

Evan and Conrad talk about their recent trip to train Knife Control Concepts with Aaron Jenetti and Eli Knight.  Pros/Cons, experiences and who this course is good for in this quick episode.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in Maryland with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training...

Is bad training better than no training?  Conrad, Patrick and Evan discuss the topic which has a lot more depth than you might expect.  What goal are we focused on?  Will bad training prevent the attack from even occurring?  Who has the data to prove this correct?  An interesting episode for sure and we would love to hear your thoughts.  Comment on the post/YouTube/podcast.     Book of Eli Webinar...

Enter Tiga Tactics as Patrick, Evan and Conrad discusses some of the history of Bruce Lee, his way and Jeet Kune Do (JKD) in this deep dive into Bruce Lee's art.  Learn about the history, Bruce's fists of fury, connections with other media some of the controversy and more in this game of death.   Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29   Goal Setting Webin...

Patrick is back! All three co-hosts discuss plans for Tiga Tactics in the future including the inclusion of practitioner ranks and the instructor courses.  It's time to start setting goals and advancing, this episode helps you lay out your plan forward!   Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29   Goal Setting Webinar: https://www.tigatactics.training/produ...

Conrad and Evan just on for what was supposed to be a quick episode and deep dive into some recent seminars.  This includes Aaron Janneti of Knife Control Concepts (Wreck the Neck seminar), Guardians of the Bay SWAT exercise, USCCA House of Worship seminar and a quick rundown from Close Range is the Only Range webinar.  Plus, two sneak peaks at webinars coming soon:  Tiga Tactics Goal Setting and...

Conrad Bui and Evan Perperis discuss Evan's recent trip to Medusa-Western Piper Methods World Camp.  Not only sharing the experience but a little more on Western Piper Methods (which Evan wrote the book for for Level I and Level II (publishing in Winter 2025)).  WPM book's available through Strength & Speed Website: www. TeamStrengthSpeed.com   Check out Dean Franco's FMA Discussion on YouTube...

In this Veteran's Day special episode Dr. Conrad Bui and retired Special Forces Soldier Evan Perperis discuss a story of an apartment shootout in Iraq.  Lessons about preparedness, learning from your mistakes, appropriate use of tactical flashlights, luck vs. skill, how mindset/skillset/toolset play a role and more in this episode dense with information.  Evan shares his experiences and Conrad exp...

Tiga Tactics Toolset Training Tour kicked off in Fullerton, California at Rounders MMA.  A packed house of instructors and students to start off the seminar focus for 2025-2026. Listen to find out why you need to show up and some of the insane guests that make an appearance including someone from the iconic Matrix Reloaded highway chase scene.       Additional Training Resources:       Tiga Tactic...

What happens if you have to fight some of the classic horror icons of the 80s and 90s?  Patrick, Conrad and Evan take on Michael Myers, Leatherface, Jason, Freddy, Predator, Xenomorph, Pinhead and more in this fun look at using real world tactics against our favorite horror characters.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https...

A quick solo episode from Evan discussing "Why he chose Tiga Tactics" as the primary brand he represents when there are so many other options.  Evan discusses inputs, solutions and why you may want to stick around.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:       Tiga T...

Dr. Conrad Bui and Evan Perperis discuss navigating social media as martial artists including dealing with hate, criticism, interacting with others and more... Will they stay "Kind by Choice" or let the negative vibes get to them...   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resourc...

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is sometimes viewed as the ultimate martial art after the results of the first several Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFCs).  Conrad, Patrick and Evan discuss the topic after exploring the wider world of martial arts including reality based systems, bladed systems, firearms, striking arts and more.  Their cumulative 16+ black belt or instructor level certifications, as...

In this fun episode, we let Google fill in the question "Can Martial Artists..." Evan, Patrick and Conrad take a look at flying, fighting, brick breaking and more.  Plus, the group shares some secrets on how it looks like some have super human abilities.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Add...

Dr. Conrad Bui talks with Special Forces veteran who is also a Master Modern Army Combatives Program instructor on what his experience was like at a recent World War II Combatives seminar.  The two talk about what was learned, how it relates to MACP (modern combatives) and if it is worth your time.    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of produc...

Conrad and Evan talk about pro tips for attending seminars.  The two share things you can do before, during and after to maximize your ability to retain new material.  Plus, they share some opinions on why you may not want to and even what type of seminars are available for martial artists.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: ht...

Evan recently attended Shivworks Edged Weapons Overview.  Both Patrick and Conrad have heard great things but haven't been so they ask Evan his thoughts on the course, if it fits into Tiga Tactics methodology, their method of pressure testing and more.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Addit...

Patrick, Conrad and Evan talk Everyday Carry (EDC) kits and what they carry around town.  It all started after sharing this joke (click here ).  Take a listen to see what you carry, what you may want to change and to see if you are going overboard.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional...