In this episode Alex and BIG Sean take a look at what is good, and not so good about belonging to a martial arts organization. Is it all about the money? Is it a crutch? Or is it more about structure and family? The main topic of this episode is sponsored by John Crescione's "Laughing Dragon Wing Chun School" - Check them out at http://www.laughingdragonwingchun.com Get a 30 Day Free Trial & 1 Free Audio Book from Audible by going to https://adbl.co/2m5FQJS SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.pat...
Sep 25, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 22
BIG Sean and guest host Sifu John Crescione take a deep dive into the age old Kung fu traditional ceremony of the Bai Si. The main topic of this episode is sponsored by John Crescione's "Laughing Dragon Wing Chun School" - Check them out at http://www.laughingdragonwingchun.com Get a 30 Day Free Trial & 1 Free Audio Book from Audible by going to https://adbl.co/2m5FQJS SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/D...
Sep 07, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 21
In this episode Alex and Big Sean discuss how the importance of training safely and as a main topic, they take a deep dive into the idea of the different aspects of Bruce Lee's Teachings answering the question; Should we imitate Bruce Lee? The main topic of this episode is sponsored by John Crescione's "Laughing Dragon Wing Chun School" - Check them out at http://www.laughingdragonwingchun.com Get a 30 Day Free Trial & 1 Free Audio Book from Audible by going to https://adbl.co/2m5FQJS SUPPOR...
Jul 08, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 20
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean discuss the thought process of only training with "the great ones" in you art. The main topic of this episode is sponsored by John Crescione's "Laughing Dragon Wing Chun School" - Check them out at http://www.laughingdragonwingchun.com SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: ht...
Jul 03, 2019•55 min•Season 5Ep. 19
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean talk about the ofter overused expression "KUNG FU BROTHER". Also, should you just quit if you are not getting better at the rate you had hoped? SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean ...
Jun 12, 2019•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 18
The Kung Fu Genius and BIG Sean discuss the famous, yet often misunderstood maxim of "others walk the bow, I walk this string" as well as the best kung fu weapons films. Get 10% off your entire order at https://artmartialclothing.com using promo code DOKF right now! SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https...
May 29, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 17
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean discuss the idea of chasing the core of the opponent's body and not the hands. Furthermore, the idea of taking these "Maxims" and applying them to issues outside of martial arts. Get 10% off your entire order at https://artmartialclothing.com using promo code DOKF right now! SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/d...
May 14, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 16
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean discuss the Wing Chun Maxim "Beginners Must Not Use Strength"...the meaning behind it an dhow to apply it to your martial arts. Get 10% off your entire order at https://artmartialclothing.com using promo code DOKF right now! SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitt...
May 08, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 15
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean look at what has been referred to as the “Jeet Kune Do Eye” and how JKD people, while absolutely good intentioned, use this “ability” to add drills from other systems while often times not understanding the purpose of the drill added. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: htt...
May 02, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 14
ASK ME ANYTHING with BIG Sean Madigan! In this "special" episode of "The Dudes" BIG Sean answers any and all questions that were submitted by our listeners. (JEET KUNE DO) SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madiga...
Apr 23, 2019•53 min•Ep. 3
In this episode, Alex and BIG Sean sit down with boxing coach Darin Magras and discuss how Kung Fu fighters can benefit from training in boxing. Buy The Fight Card Game Here: https://thefightcardgame.com SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Al...
Apr 10, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 13
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean discuss the history of the known videos on Yip Man showing the forms. Why are there two sets? Were they different at all...and why? SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Exec...
Apr 04, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 12
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean take a deep dive into Wong Jack Man and what his impact was on a young Bruce Lee and his art of Jeet Kune Do. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executive Producer: John M...
Jan 30, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 11
In this episode The Dudes are joined by John Turnbull, a Wing Chun and Tai Chi teacher from Cleveland, Oh. The all discuss some of the similarities and differences between the lineages as well as with Tai Chi. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Geni...
Dec 05, 2018•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 10
The guys give their take on Internal Wing Chun. Also, It seems as though there is some confusion as to who was Bruce Lee's Sifu, and who were his SiHings. In this episode Alex and BIG Sean put much of that nonsense to bed once and for all. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungF...
Nov 07, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Alex and BIG Sean talk about the terms are used in the naming of our art. Also, BIG Sean in a heated moment talks about people that are phonies themselves trying to "out" other phonies. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & B...
Oct 18, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean talk about the mindset that is taught in some RBSD systems and also give some thoughts on No Contact Chi Sau...or "AIR" Chi Sau. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executi...
Oct 11, 2018•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 7
This episode was "lost" in our computer for about a month. We wanted to throw it out there for you folks to enjoy! SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executive Producer: John Madigan Special Thanks to our ...
Oct 08, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 1
Alex and BIG Sean talk a little about the different types of frauds that we find in the martial arts. Also, a new feature is introduced..."Kung Fu Fighting". :) SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executive...
Jul 25, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 6
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean talk about the benefits and draw backs of training with the heavy bag and the Wall bag. Also, they discuss the etiquette involved in visiting another school. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter &...
Jul 16, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In this episode of the Dudes of Kung Fu Alex talks BIG Sean into being more of a Bruce Lee fan. Also they spend a lot of time talking about how to deal with others trying to influence your kung fu! SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Ric...
Jul 02, 2018•58 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Enjoy this special episode of DOKF! The Kung Fu Genius interviews Matthew Polly, the author of the new biography Bruce Lee: A Life. Matthew and Alex go deep into Bruce Lee geek territory. Get your copy of this amazing book ASAP - it is now available everywhere. The audio is a bit echoey as this had to be recorded in the office at CWT, but we hope you agree that the interview is fantastic. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.s...
Jun 08, 2018•51 min•Season 5Ep. 3
In this episode Alex gives BIG Sean, and all of you, an introduction to intermittent fasting. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executive Producer: John Madigan Special Thanks to our Patreon supporter: JO...
May 25, 2018•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean discuss what it was like to train in the early Seattle era material and also what it takes to strip down your art to make it the most efficient it can be. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter &...
May 09, 2018•59 min•Season 5Ep. 1
This week the guys talk about how tribalism can both add and take away from your martial arts journey. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executive Producer: John Madigan Special Thanks to our Patreon supp...
Apr 24, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 13
YES!! WE ARE BACK!!!! In this episodes the "Dudes" talk about the importance of never confusing Chi Sau with Sparring, and how while they are both important, they are in fact very different and confusing the two will only hurt your progress. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKun...
Apr 11, 2018•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean go away the many important aspects needed in setting and reaching goals within the martial arts and in life. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executive Producer: John Ma...
Jan 28, 2018•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 11
In this episode Alex and BIG Sean discuss people that live in a Kung Fu fantasy, should there be "women's only" classes and have some fun talking about old martial art movies. A very fun episode! SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richt...
Jan 19, 2018•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Sifu Kuttel is a Martial Arts Instructor, teaching Choy Li Fut Kung Fu and Yang Tai Chi Chuan. He currently teaches at the Doc-Fai Wong Martial Arts Center in San Francisco. He has been training for over a decade now and is lucky enough to be currently studying under Sifu Jason Wong as well as Grandmaster Doc-Fai Wong himself. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https:/...
Dec 02, 2017•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 9
ASK ME ANYTHING with Sifu Alex Richter! In this "special" episode of "The Dudes" Alex answers any and all questions that were submitted by our listeners. SUPPORT THE DUDES: https://www.patreon.com/dokf Buy Official Dudes of Kung Fu Merchandise at: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/DudesOfKungFu/ Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dudesofkungfu Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DudesOfKungFu Featuring: The "Kung Fu Genius" Alex Richter & BIG Sean Madigan Executive Produc...
Nov 18, 2017•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 13
