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In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of countering the anti-hero environment that is evident today. Countering the Anti-Hero Environment - Episode 263 There is a significant anti-hero culture that is in the society today which has to be addressed by everyone of us. Our topic today is a reaction and commentary about an article from a Canadian news website that discusses how a school r...

Sensei Thomas Brown is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the founder and owner of Tigon Martial Arts in Massachusetts. One of the reasons I am for tournaments, is getting students to step out of their comfort zones. Getting them to do something that forces them to confront their ability to still perform adequately under stress, under pressure. Sensei Thomas Brown - Episode 262 How...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about which is better, training with multiple styles or mastering a single style. Diversity vs Mastery in Training- Episode 261 There are martial artists who prefer to train with different styles such as taekwondo, judo, karate and etc. There are those who would like to train with one style and master all throughout their journey. Jeremy examines which is better and h...

Shihan Ryan Chamberland is a multi-system martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is the owner of United Fitness in Maine. They don't realize that you know, having an open door policy makes your student that much better. Shihan Ryan Chamberland - Episode 260 What would you do if your parents were against you training in martial arts? Especially when the Karate Kid and the Ninja Turtles movies...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about a special website where martial artists can write their ideas, the Martial Journal. ( martialjournal.com ) Martial Journal - Episode 259 Have you noticed that most sports has their special sections on major websites like Yahoo or MSN? However, none of them have a section dedicated to martial arts. This is the idea behind Martial Journal— to provide platform for...

Shifu Chris Friedman is a Shaolin Kung Fu practitioner originally from New York but now living and training in Shaolin, China. I didnt have a whole lot of guidance basically. So, if I don't have Martial Arts in my life, I would guess there's a good possibility that I'd be dead, I could've went to prison, I could've became a criminal. So, just doing Martial Arts just gave me something positive outl...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about how and why is it important to have an intelligent martial arts discussion. Intelligent Martial Arts Discussion - Episode 257 We hone our physical abilities and skills through training and sparring with someone who can match us or even challenge us. It is also the same with our ideas. We have to train and test our ideas about martial arts through talking with pe...

Sensei Chuck Merriman is a karate practitioner and instructor originally from Connecticut. He is the former head coach of the US National Karate Team. It seems like going back through my mind and in my career, everything seems to have happened by accident being in a right place at the right time... Sensei Chuck Merriman - Episode 256 Our guest today is one of those martial artists who should've be...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the ups and downs of having a Martial Arts School and answers the question of why to start a martial arts school. Why to Start a Martial Arts School - Episode 255 It's the start of a new year and some of you may think of something like starting a martial arts school. It's both fun and hard-work at the same time because of many factors. On today's episode, Jeremy...

Sensei Buzz Durkin is a karate practitioner and instructor from New Hampshire. He's well known as an author and authority on Uechi-Ryu karate. You know before I left for Vietnam, I teached Judge Madsen, put his arm around me, I'll never forget it and he said; don't worry Buzz, he said, all our black belts have done well over there. Sensei Buzz Durkin - Episode 254 We often hear stories from guests...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about how you can improve your martial arts this new year as he shares some of his experiences. New Year's Resolutions - Episode 253 It's the time of the year that we think about the things that we want to improve this new year. On today's episode, Jeremy talks about New Year's resolutions and how it can be beneficial for us, martial artists. Jeremy discusses his list...

Mr. Rory Miller is a martial arts practitioner and instructor. He is a respected author with a background in law enforcement. It was at that time I realized that's... and maybe this is true for everybody but when you decide to push your envelope, you're going to be alone. Rory Miller - Episode 252 Our guest today is Rory Miller. He is a martial arts instructor and practitioner who started his form...

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about the pros and cons of training for competition in the martial arts. The Benefits of Training For Or Against Competition - Episode 251 In this episode, Jeremy broadcasts in YouTube once again and he takes a different look about how training for competition affects your martial arts journey or the other way around. We've had this topic since the first episode an...

Master Henry Childers is a multi-disciplined martial arts practitioner and the co-founder of Kenpo Arts Alliance. Master Henry Childers - Episode 250 Martial arts practitioners often start training at a young age because of a need for self-defense from intimidating peers. Master Henry Childers has another reason, though. Today's guest took refuge in the martial arts because of his family situation...

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about how he handles negative comments on the episodes of the show. How We Handle Negative Comments - Episode 249 We receive tons of comments for the show and the majority of them are positive and sensible ones but some are not so pleasant. Today, Jeremy talks about how he deals with negative comments on the show and how it reflects the character of some martial ar...

Sensei Robert McQuade is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from Philadelphia. He is the head instructor at Action Karate martial arts school. It was the struggle and the persistence and the perseverance that I had to show in the next six months in training every single week in training, even though I didn't want to, that's what made it mean more. Sensei Robert McQuade - Episode 248 Every...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of avoiding to use your martial arts skills against an individual. Importance of Not Doing -  Episode 247 The goal of martial arts is to not use your skills in an actual situation. We hear this concept all the time from seasoned martial arts instructors and practitioners but how do we really do it? In this episode, Jeremy explores the possibilitie...

Sensei Nick Nicholson is a Kempo practitioner, instructor and a former Marine from Chicago, Illinois. Sensei Nick Nicholson - Episode 246 Martial artists usually start their journey into the martial arts when their parents ask them to train, or even force them.  Sensei Nick Nicholson's story would not be the same with a number of individuals. With some early days getting into scraps other children...

In this episode, Jeremy talks with Sensei Rob Domaschuk who recently completed his #30DaysofKarate. 30 Days of Karate with Sensei Rob Domaschuk - Episode 245 In this episode, we take a slightly different turn from the usual Thursday episode. Today, Jeremy talks with Sensei Rob Domaschuk and his 30 Days of Karate. Sensei Domaschuk completed a 30-day karate training for at least one hour every day....

An-Shu Stephen Hayes is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from Ohio. He is the founder of the martial art To Shin Do. An-Shu Stephen Hayes - Episode 244 Finding our passion sometimes takes a leap of faith. An-Shu Stephen Hayes did just that by traveling to Japan in search of a master that would teach him ninjutsu. An-Shu Hayes practiced several karate disciplines and became a renowned aut...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the significance of epiphanies in our journey as a martial artist and his own personal experience. Martial Arts Epiphanies- Episode 243 Have you ever had a "light bulb" moment? A moment when you learn something better than what you are currently doing not only in your martial arts practice but in life as well? Epiphanies in the martial arts are good especially i...

Shihan Mike Sartwell is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from New Hampshire. He is the current owner of NIMMA and one of its top instructors. Shihan Mike Sartwell - Episode 242 Shihan Mike Cartwell is a dedicated martial arts instructor at the National Institute of Modern Martial Arts (NIMMA). He is formerly a Physical Therapist before he became a full time martial arts instructor. How m...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the effects of self-doubt and how to manage its effects for our development. Dealing with Self-doubt - Episode 241 Everyone of us, at least one point in our life, has experienced doubting ourselves whether at school, family or at work. Self-doubt is very counter-productive because it limits our growth and development and it hinders our progress. Martial artists...

Mr. Jordy Delage is a French Aikido practitioner who lives in Japan. Mr. Delage is also the founder of Seido Shop, a Japanese company that provides Aikido equipment. The only difference between sports and martial arts in human evolution, is that, in martial arts you're going to teach that (commitment). In sports, at some level people just realize it (commitment)... Mr. Jordy Delage - Episode 240 T...

In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance and benefits of meditation when it is practiced alongside martial arts. Meditation & Martial Arts - Episode 239 Meditation and the martial arts have often been associated with each other because of their long history together such as the monks who practice martial arts since the beginning. However, meditation has been overlooked my many martial ar...