I'm joined by Joshua Lamboy who played "Ivanov", sensei of Team Russia's Tiger Strike. Josh shares his inspirations that led him into acting and how he got into stunts. He also talks about a Cobra Kai connection through working on The Walking Dead , and gives his insight into what event that might've been the first domino to drop that led to the tournament brawl. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanio...
Nov 28, 2024•55 min•Ep. 325
I'm joined by Justin Ortiz and Jewelianna Ramos-Ortiz who play co-captains "Diego Aguilar" and "Maria Alvarez" of Furia de Pantera! Justin and Jewels share their respective journeys coming from families of martial artists, how they met, their experiences on several projects, including Hit Me and Cobra Kai . Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 324
I'm joined by Paula Rae Taylor who played "Draga", co-captain of Tiger Strike. Paula shares her journey in martial arts, booking a role in Prepare to Die and fighting with "Rampage" Jackson, what her and Britt Baker have in common and her efforts to one day make it on her favorite show. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 22, 2024•58 min•Ep. 323
I'm joined by Daniel J Kim who makes his return to talk about Season 6 Part 2! Daniel shares his experience at the Part 1 premiere, moments with the OG actors, insight into some of Yoon's fights, and reveals who's pretty good at singing Vanessa Carlton's "A Thousand Miles". Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 19, 2024•30 min•Ep. 322
I'm joined by filmmaker Brian Takahashi who dons the gi with the one of the most recognizable symbols in pop culture on his back. Brian shares his connection to Pat Morita, his journey in booking the role on Cobra Kai and bringing back a beloved character, and filming his sequence with all eyes on him! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 17, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 321
I'm joined by friend of the show, Sensei William who shares his journey on bringing back his character Dennis to Cobra Kai . He also talks about arriving on set and reuniting with legacy actors and meeting some of the younger cast! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 16, 2024•51 min•Ep. 320
I'm joined by Season 6 Part 2 newcomer Patrick Luwis who plays Axel of the Iron Dragons! Patrick shares his journey on booking Axel on Cobra Kai, some insight into your favorite moments, the Iron Dragons gi, and more! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 15, 2024•34 min•Ep. 319
This episode contains spoilers from Part 2 of Season 6. I'd advise to wait and listen after you've seen the second batch! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 15, 2024•3 hr 7 min•Ep. 318
We conclude our Part 1 reviews with one of the most emotional episodes. We talk about how Peyton List really shined, and Team USA's headspace as they head to Barcelona to compete on one of the biggest stages in the world. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 09, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 317
Mike F*cking Barnes returns and helps Johnny and Daniel select the top 6 students to participate in the Sekai Taikai. We discussed the different character dramas, Hawk's new mohawk design and much more! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 316
I'm joined by YouTuber Cody of Strike First Media who shares his experience as an extra in episode 604! We also gave our thoughts about Season 6 Part 1 and discuss our favorite quotes! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 03, 2024•47 min•Ep. 315
With just about two weeks left before the next batch of 5 episodes drop, Netflix released a brand new poster and a sneak peek at one of the new dojos. We give our thoughts and discuss on what's even going on! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Nov 02, 2024•34 min•Ep. 314
The trailer is finally here! We discussed and broke down just about every frame of the new trailer of the second batch of S6 and some of the images! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Oct 25, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 313
I'm joined by cosplayer and YouTuber Stryfe the Warrior for a recap of his weekend at Big Texas Comic Con 2024! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 312
Netflix released 8 new first-look photos from the upcoming second batch of episodes of Season 6 and we share our thoughts! We also give a brief update on the "other" Karate Kid film that will release in theaters in May of 2025. See Season 6, Part 2 First-Look Photos Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Oct 21, 2024•39 min•Ep. 311
Ralph Macchio himself steps behind the camera to direct his first episode on Cobra Kai . We talked about Johnny being a #girldad, the slumber party and how Johnny "fixed" the tension between Sam and Tory, and discussed the contents of Mr. Miyagi's box and theorize some moments we may see in the final ten episodes! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Oct 08, 2024•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 310
Aedin Mincks and Khalil Everage return to the pod and talk about their journey since joining the cast in Season 2. They also share some insight into your favorite moments from the dynamic duo in Season 6! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Sep 21, 2024•46 min•Ep. 309
In this episode, we talk about Xolo and The Binary Brothers bumping into Kyler and Brucks while visiting a local college, Chozen and Johnny house hunting, and Kreese's reunion with the Kims. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Sep 09, 2024•2 hr 22 min•Ep. 308
I’m joined by Abraham Martinez, director of photography for S1 and S6 of Cobra Kai. Abe discusses the use of colors for certain scenes and some influences from other film, and shares which actors have shown some interested in learning duties from behind the camera. Abe’s interview on Obliterated Kompanion: https://youtu.be/8AcOCp03Wcs Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanio...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 307
Dallas Dupree Young joins the pod to share his journey as "Kenny". Dallas also shares some early influences that had him choose acting over baseball, his relationships with some of the cast, and insight into some of your favorite "Kenny moments". Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Sep 01, 2024•32 min•Ep. 306
We're back with a new episode review! Cobra Kai is seemingly no more and our Senseis and students have all combined forces to form the new look Miyagi Do! We talk about Legacy, logos, return of some familiar faces and take a look at what storylines our favorite characters get into as we look forward to the Sekai Takai. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 305
Frank makes his return and shares what goes on in the wardrobe department and talks about his daily operations. He also talks about designing the look for Team Korea, Mike Barnes’ gi, the new logos, and also his creative process for the other international dojos. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Aug 15, 2024•54 min•Ep. 304
I'm joined by Mikey G, Mike aka Cobra Kai Wisdom and newcomer Chris M for a recap of Steel City Con. We share our interactions with the cast that was in attendance and also the other Cobra Kai fans! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Aug 14, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 303
NEW episode! In what’s more of a conversation than interview, I spoke with Team Korea, and Cobra Kai’s, newest Bad Boy “Kwon”, played by taekwondo master Brandon H. Lee! Brandon shares his journey in stunt and film, being a new cast member in the final season, and breaking down some of your favorite Kwon moments! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Jul 20, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 302
We made it to the Big 300th episode! For my 135th interview, I spoke with Daniel J Kim about his role as "Yoon", Sensei Kim's best student. Daniel shares his experience filming with Shaquille O'Neal and Flea on his first project, booking the role and developing "Yoon", being directed by Ralph Macchio and also filming scenes with Brandon H Lee. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The...
Jul 19, 2024•47 min•Ep. 301
New season means new characters and in this interview I spoke with Seattle native Sung Ho Park. He shares his background in taekwondo, a Karate Kid connection with an early film he participated in, and how he landed a role on Cobra Kai ! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Jul 18, 2024•29 min•Ep. 299
Continuing the tradition from the last two seasons, I'm joined by t.v. critic Kristen Baldwin of Entertainment Weekly. We had a general discussion of S6 Part 1 and list our top call backs! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 300
I'm joined by my buddy Phil for a full review of S6 Part 1. We talked about character motivations and what Part 1 might be setting up. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Jul 18, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 296
For the first time, I recorded myself watching the first 5 episodes of S6 in realtime. Should you choose to, you can queue up the episodes and have the audio play along your viewing! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Jul 18, 2024•3 hr 16 min•Ep. 298
As we get down to the wire and not enough hours in the day to prep for upcoming content, we reached out to returning guest host Mike P to conclude the revisits of Seasons 4 and 5. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group...
Jul 16, 2024•56 min•Ep. 297
