Doug Melia is the Director of Defend Solutions Ltd which includes, Safer Handling, Pro-Tactical and Defend UK Professional Safety Education. He is an accredited trainer, consultant & speaker on the use of force, safer handling strategies & restraint. Doug is also a registered expert witness, auditor, risk assessor and specialist member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (SIIRSM). Safer handling is a licensed centre of the National Federation of Personal Safety. ...
Dec 17, 2019•51 min
James Hamilton is a senior vice president in charge of quality in protection for Gavin De Becker & Associates - the world renowned executive protection company in Los Angeles, California. He comes to GDBA with a 20+ year career in law enforcement specialising in training and protection. Recruited from the FBI, James was the Special Agent selected to develop the Protection Course at the FBI Academy. His courses are currently taught to agents protecting the U.S. Attorney General and the Direct...
Dec 11, 2019•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, Joe Saunders discusses the 7 key mistakes organisations and companies make when trying to implement workplace violence prevention or customer aggression management initiatives.
Dec 03, 2019•49 min
In this episode, Joe sits down with his Candian double, Randy King! They talk about a variety of topics, including Randy's early journey from martial artist to security professional, and then developing his passion for teaching self defence. Trigger warning: This conversation does go quite dark, particular in relation to the stress of self-defence instructors accurately recreating "bad guys" in training, which leads to a conversation around child abuse and pedophilia, so please keep this in mind...
Nov 15, 2019•1 hr 13 min
Dr Gav Schneider is the CEO of Risk 2 Solution, a 7th degree black belt in krav maga and jiujitsu, completed a PhD in use of force decision making, and was one of 2019's top 20 Global Thought Leaders in Security and Fire, as ranked by IFSEC. He is the author of Beyond the Bodyguard and Can I See Your Hands (ASIS book of the year nominated) as well as an in-demand speaker and corporate risk culture expert. Originally from South Africa with extensive training in Israel, but now living in Australia...
Oct 31, 2019•1 hr
Matt Thornton was one of the early group of American’s to become involved in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, having been introduced to it in 1991. He was also the first person from the State of Oregon to receive a black belt in the Art. As a teacher he produced a video set in 1999 titled simply, ‘Aliveness’ which became one of the top sellers of all time within the industry. It set off a firestorm of controversy, and remained a central catalyst in a Martial Arts training revolution that is still...
Oct 17, 2019•1 hr 5 min
One of the most fundamental questions we must answer when confronted with violent or aggressive behaviour is "What am I prepared to fight for?" Today's FightBite explores this question.
Oct 01, 2019•18 min
It's a question as old as the arts themselves. What is the best martial art for self-defense? In this first ever MVP FightBite, violence management expert Joe Saunders breaks down the question in detail and looks at the common answers given, as well as providing his own detailed explanation.
Sep 24, 2019•31 min
Tony Blauer is a pioneer and legend of the self-defence industry. He was one of the first to introduce behavioural, emotional and psychological elements into martial arts training through the use of scenario replication. He is the creator of the SPEAR system, the inventor of High Gear, and the founder of Blauer Tactical Systems. He also hosts his own podcast titled Know Fear. Tony has been researching and teaching violence management for nearly 40 years and is a wealth of knowledge. If you'd lik...
Sep 12, 2019•1 hr 19 min
Gershon Ben Keren is a Scottish-born, Boston-based Krav Maga instructor and former security professional with two masters degrees in psychology and criminology. Beyond his successful martial arts school, he is also an in-demand security consultant. In this interview, Gershon and Joe discuss workplace violence in the context of type 2 (customer-on-staff) aggression and also touch on some active shooter guidelines towards the end. Gershon has written three books, all of which are worth checking ou...
Sep 05, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Russ Jarmesty is a hard man. He's a throw back to the traditional days of the English doormen, direct from the mold of Geoff Thompson or Awesome Anderson. He's an accomplished martial artist, full time instructor, and pulls no punches articulating what he feels is lacking in martial arts and society in general. This episode will hurt feelings! Don't listen if you're a sensitive soul. There are some bad words in this one, so please be mindful if you have children around. Don't forget! Go follow u...
Aug 29, 2019•52 min
In this episode, Joe is joined by the owner of Big Dog Security, Kurt Schultt-Schrepping. Kurt is not only an experienced crowd controller and businessman, but also holds academic qualifications in security, counter-terrorism and risk management. He has a particular interest in the causative factors behind violence in licensed establishments and speaks with real knowledge and passion about what can be done to create safer communities. This is a real diamond in the rough of an interview with some...
Aug 22, 2019•1 hr 38 min
Gabe Cohen has a fascinating story. Born to a Jewish family in Long Island, growing up in an affluent neighbourhood, Gabe fell into a drug habit as a teenager. He was arrested at the age of 16 for a shooting, and spent the best part of the next 25 years behind bars on seven different occasions. Alternating his younger years between prison, homelessness, violence and drug abuse, Gabe has a unique understanding of violence and a perspective no other guest has offered. However, his story doesn't en...
Aug 15, 2019•1 hr 1 min
This episode is a tonne of fun as Joe chats with long-time friend and best-kept-secret in martial arts, Mr Jim Armstrong. Jim is regarded by some of the legends of the self-defence game as one of the best in the world. He has won praise from luminaries such as Lee Morrison, Richard Dimitri, Brian Ebersole, and many more. Jim has an established pedigree in ring sports (boxing, kickboxing, freestyle karate), Filipino Martial Arts (competed in world stick fighting championships) and of course real ...
Aug 08, 2019•1 hr 14 min
I'm joined by an absolute legend of the martial arts on this episode. He is the founder of Dog Brothers Martial Arts, a pioneer of full-contact weapon training, a warrior philosopher and a cult figure within the hardcore martial arts. "Crafty Dog" Marc Denny shares his story of finding martial arts at the age of 30 after a wild life growing up in New York (as well as being arrested and put in a Mexican jail while attending law school) and the formation of a system of fighting that the early UFC ...
Aug 02, 2019•1 hr 3 min
On this episode we are joined again by the phenomenal Rory Miller, author of many titles including Meditations on Violence, Facing Violence, and Conflict Communication. In this chat, Rory shares his thoughts on verbal de-escalation as well as gives some insight into a fascinating new project he has in the works. Note: There are some audio issues in this episode due to Rory being in a weak signal area at his home. Please persevere because the content is definitely worth it!
Jul 29, 2019•1 hr 2 min
From a bullied kid with asthma who was diagnosed with PTSD in his teens through serious violence, to multiple blackbelt, bouncer, bodyguard, martial arts champion and now best selling author. Matt will share his amazing story.
Jul 27, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Ellis Amdur is one of the most prominent trainers in United States on verbal de-escalation of aggressive and mentally ill individuals. He is a dynamic public speaker and trainer who presents his work throughout the U.S. and internationally. His work focuses on communication specific for professionals to calm and control people manifesting mental illness and emotional disturbance, particularly those who are exhibiting potentially dangerous behaviours. He has been a lead trainer for close to four ...
Jul 11, 2019•1 hr 11 min
