“Why so serious?”
The importance of being more than what you do. https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 16, 2022•14 min
The Invisible Sensei
A lifelong Martial Arts student, gives his thoughts and views on Karate and all things Martial Arts. From interviews, training, to media, to movies to the how to’s and the why nots? All in search of the only Sensei you should only ever have, the one that looks back at you from the mirror. use this link to check out our other Martial Arts related content:
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Episodes
"Being seen" Budo without Borders experience
Why do we fear to be seen? Is it because we see ourselves as unworthy, or is it that we are frightened that we have been worthy all along? Budo without Borders Seminar thoughts I think the 1st of many. https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 07, 2022•13 min
"Training montage" starting again
Why are movie training montage scenes instructive, especially when your trying to start again! maybe NOT crapping thunder, but building to a place where your gains are personal and therefore more meaningful to the only person who's opinion matters, your own. Great to be able to get back to the podcast after an extended and stubborn illness, thank you my Friends for your patience and kind messages! Making this podcast is always such an honour and if you are keen to support, please follow the link...
Sep 06, 2022•13 min
Alvarez Sensei part 3: "less of a dance and a lot more Martial"
Alvarez Sensei part 3: "less of a dance and a lot more Martial" In this final instalment of our interview with Jim Alvarez Sensei he speaks on the relationship between the ideal and the art and how combined they become Martial. A big thank you to Alvarez Sensei for making the time to speak to us, his approachable down to earth manner shines through, please enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 13, 2022•11 min
Budo beyond Borders Seminar "whats it all about?"
If your keen please do follow this link, hope to see you there!🥋🥋🙏🏽 https://fb.me/e/4ZWomnK1U Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12, 2022•33 min
Jim Alvarez Sensei part 2 of 3: “or i can just hit you”
Alvarez Sensei discuses the art of being the Uke, what we gain/lose when Jitsu becomes Do and the art of the real sword! To watch this interview: https://youtu.be/vSKr6ateh54 Please click to support our podcast and see our other content: https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 07, 2022•26 min
"Artist plus Martial" Jim Alvarez Sensei part 1:
Jim Alvarez Sensei, senior Aikido and Shinkendo Yudansha, a child of the military made for an eclectic early life experience to say the least. In part one he speaks about his experiences of growing up in a Family of Artist's and finding his medium, the Martial Arts! To watch this interview: https://youtu.be/JgZwLt_LN_g To register for the Māori Weaponry event Thursday the 4th of August at 12pm NZT please follow the link below. https://tuaridawsonwithbuildnative.splashthat.com to find out more ab...
Jul 31, 2022•25 min
“Crossing the culture bridge.”
Martial arts as a lifestyle works best when we see the path is hard and not well lit in places, its also a good idea to look a little deeper at the culture that brought us these arts! 🥋😌 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2022•13 min
"Sensei Doesn't mean Friend!"
Its a hard path to walk sometimes, but don't mistake the word "Sensei" for Friend, and don't mix up being popular with being right in a training Sense he or she may care WAY more than you think! But you have to do your part as well! To enrol for Tuari & James Pankiewicz Sensei Canada Seminar/s please reach out to Shihan Steve Armes of the Shoshinkan Dojo who is the sponsor for this event to get details on Facebook on the address below: https://www.facebook.com/shoshinkan.martial.arts And to ...
Jul 17, 2022•16 min
Listening to your own Invisible Sensei
In a world where everyone and everything is TELLING you what to think, eat, wear, how you should look and what you should believe, there is one voice you should get quiet and listen to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 10, 2022•15 min
“Rock for the trees”
What are you bringing to your training that is uniquely you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 03, 2022•13 min
"That whole Sensei thing"
Some people think being called Sensei comes with Jedi powers, some people like the idea of being seen as some kind guru/master and it is their right. So, who do you call Sensei? When is it appropriate? What happens when you are the one to which people attach this title? Rule 1 is don't be a dick about it! To learn more about our up and coming AMA Session on traditional Maori Martial arts lease click the link below: https://invisen.myshopify.com/products/ama-session-3-topic-to-be-confirmed. And t...
Jun 27, 2022•15 min•Season 3Ep. 6
"Quality vs Quantity?"
How do we keep our desire to do things as fast as we can, learn all the techniques, and advance as quickly as possible balanced with the need to learn things in a progressive and detailed manner? TBH I don’t know, but here’s some thoughts each crafted to make all your dreams come true! If you enjoyed the podcast please checkout the following link: https://linktr.ee/Invisen And to enrol in our up coming AMA on indigenous Martial arts of Māori follow this link: https://invisen.myshopify.com/produc...
Jun 19, 2022•15 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Organisation over style?
When did the importance of various organisations overshadow the actual arts they proclaim to follow? When does style become cult? Worse, when does it become acceptable to treat other approaches and schools of thought as an enemy that needs to be shunned, ridiculed and pushed out into the cold? For information on our Traditional Māori Weapon AMA session use the link below: https:w4c3ttodu586oeql-57861079238.shopifypreview.com/products/ama-session-3-topic-to-be-confirmed And to see what else INVIS...
Jun 12, 2022•17 min•Season 3Ep. 5
"Stevie & Tom" Karate Music
Music and Martial Arts have a few things in common, both can be practised alone, but tend to improve faster and in more interesting ways when performed with others, especially those who encourage you to "sing your own song." Being a good training partner is as important as finding one, thats the only way to harmonise. To see this in action please checkout this link: https://youtu.be/E9Cl4xuFCJg And to support the podcast please checkout: https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices...
Jun 05, 2022•13 min•Season 3Ep. 4
part 3 of 3: Hanshi Cezar Borkowski
To watch this interview: https://youtu.be/-R5WVp-rRKI Thumbnail photo used with the kind permission of the Northern Karate Schools website: https://northernkarateschools.com Cezar Borkowski Sensei returns to give us the final part of this 3 part interview, he gives his thoughts on shaping his personal practice, what injuries and adversity tech us, and why his favourite kind of teacher is one who says "I don't know" Again a total pleasure to talk with a Sensei of this calibre, to contact Hanshi D...
May 22, 2022•25 min
"Rank is a responsibility" Cezar Borkowski Hanshi, part 2 of 3
Thumbnail photo used with the kind permission of the Northern Karate Schools website: https://northernkarateschools.com Cezar Borkowski Sensei, gives his thoughts on leadership, the myths, realities and BS that goes with rank and his belief that each step widens our responsibility to our students, community and Family. Again a total pleasure to talk with a Sensei of this calibre, to contact Hanshi Directly and to learn more about both he and his wonderful Dojo please follow the link at the top o...
May 15, 2022•23 min•Season 3Ep. 202
"Warriorship" part 1: Hanshi Cezar Borkowski
Hanshi Cezar Borkowski, an eternal student, a fighter, an international instructor of Senior Yudansha, a pragmatist in search of personal truths, a role model, an author and so much more! In part one he discusses his thoughts on the role of "warriorship" not as a destroyer but as a creator. A huge thank you to Shihan Steve Armes of the Shoshikan for making the introductions that allowed this to happen. To watch this interview: https://youtu.be/hf9Bn4g_uhk Please click the link to see more about ...
May 08, 2022•24 min•Season 3Ep. 201
3 Amigos/ Martial arts life style & adult babies
To view this interview: https://youtu.be/xRlcrgsJpCk Part 3 of 3: as we mark the 200th podcast and the end of season 2 our host's turn their thoughts to how Martial Arts has improved their professional lives, all 3 try at various stages to flog their merch in a shameless fashion, while also having a great conversation. To see more of our content and to support the podcast please click on the link below: https://linktr.ee/Invisen To learn more about Josh Simmer Sensei and the Okinawa Karate Podca...
May 01, 2022•27 min•Season 2Ep. 203
Part 2 of 3: 200th podcast with the 3 Amigo's!
To watch this podcast: https://youtu.be/-12RRvxX6pk In part 2, a discussion on what sits behind their individual journeys in martial Arts podcasting, and how the "3 Amigos" became friends and or accomplices, they also reflect on different guests and what they and the process have taught them individually and collectively. To learn more about Josh Simmer Sensei and the Okinawa Karate Podcast: https://linktr.ee/OkinawaKaratePodcast And for the Apex Karate Podcast with Michael Simmers Sensei: https...
Apr 27, 2022•26 min•Season 3Ep. 201
200th Episode with Michael Hagen Sensei & Josh Simmers Sensei: part 1 of 3
So grateful to have Josh Simmers Sensei of the Okinawa Karate Podcast https://linktr.ee/OkinawaKaratePodcast And Michael Hagen Sensei of the Apex Karate Podcast and one half of the excellent Way Of the Fist podcast: https://linktr.ee/apexkarateperformance And my deep thanks to all those who have become Friends, Family and inspiration for this podcast, thank you all and please use this link to see part one on our Youtube channel: https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Apr 24, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 200
"The Seagal question"
A departure for this podcast, our host commenting on a practitioner, albeit a controversial and very famous one, some thoughts, some musings and the odd opinion. to take part in our AMA please follow this link: https://invisen.myshopify.com/products/invisens-open-ask-me-anything-session-the-art-of-bring-martial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2022•18 min•Season 2Ep. 199
Soldiers letters
What do those dusty photos at the front of the Dojo actually mean? And why do the letters from an old soldier breathe life into a photo? https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 10, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 198
"My Grandmothers Lesson." 197
Some of our best Sensei, have never ever seen the inside of a dojo. https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 03, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 197
"Mana" a manifestation of the Warrior Spirit
'Mana' is a Polynesian term that loosely translated is "spiritual power" and is often applied to a personage of great integrity and standing, but when applied to a teacher means more than can be put into words. I don't often speak at length on my own culture, but on reflecting on the many incredible teachers it has been my honour to know over the years my mind came to rest on the Mr.Mita Mohi, a master of the arts and the redemption of generations of young indigenous Men, like myself. I do refer...
Mar 27, 2022•20 min•Season 2Ep. 196
Olof's most excellent question!
Big thanks to my Friend Olof who suggested todays topic, thanks for a great topic that really had me thinking! Whats it like to start a Martial Art from scratch? At an age where some would say "you should know better!" https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 20, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 194
A new gold stripe
Promotion to a senior rank, a ticket to Godhood? Or a way of keeping it all in the right perspective? https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 13, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 194
Dojo Discipline
Dictatorship? new age Utopia? it all comes down to how you teach and what we have learnt! https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 06, 2022•16 min•Season 2Ep. 193
"killing the crane kick" episode: 192
How do we deal with the starry eyed expectations of new students while keeping their enthusiasm and love of the art intact? please follow the link to see our other content and support the podcast, thanks for taking time to listen! https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 01, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 192
What the masters knew
What if those pictures we have on the front our Dojo, were more than masters? What if they were like, real people? Wait, your a real person too!! https://linktr.ee/Invisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 20, 2022•16 min•Season 2Ep. 191
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