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Episode 834 - Mr. Jay Cooper

Mr. Jay Cooper is a martial arts practitioner and instructor at HAVOC JKD in Canada. It's not about fighting anymore. Unless you are in a violent profession or you're a violent man, you're not going to get involved in fights all the time anyway. Self-defense is far from being one of the most important things that a martial art will give you. Mr. Jay Cooper - Episode 834 Martial arts and pop culture have a unique and intertwined relationship that has captivated enthusiasts for decades. From the e...

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Episode 833 - Conversations With Stephen Watson

In this episode, Jeremy and guest, Stephen Watson, have a conversation about Martial Arts. Conversations With Stephen Watson - Episode 832 Small actions can have a big impact not only in training but also in life. In this conversation, Jeremy and guest, Stephen Watson, discuss the importance of finding joy in simple activities, such as swinging on a swing set or taking off your shoes and connecting with the earth. He emphasizes the value of small actions and how they can have a big impact on our...

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Episode 832 - Kobey Shwayder

Dr. Kobey Schwayder is a Martial Arts practitioner and instructor at Brattleboro Yongmudo. Teaching excites me and it makes me look really hard at whatever topic I'm teaching and not look at just from my point. Trying to look at it from someone else's point of view and in a way gives me a much deeper understanding of what it is that I'm doing. And a much greater understanding and enjoyment of what I'm doing. Dr. Kobey Schwayder - Episode 832 Borrowing and integrating techniques from different ma...

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Episode 831 - Finding Your Martial Arts Family

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss how people can find their true martial arts family. Finding Your Martial Arts Family - Episode 831 Finding a community where we feel motivated and comfortable can lead to forming personal connections with others. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss how people can find their true martial arts family. They suggest that individuals should start by identifying what they are looking for in a school beyond just the style or methodology of training, suc...

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Episode 830 - Mr. Dean Franco

Mr. Dean Franco is a Martial Arts instructor, practitioner, and host for the FMA Discussion Podcast. I had no way of advertising it or releasing it or showing it to the masses. So I just continued developed it around my training partners and students. So what is Blade Tech today? It was very defensive initially and it’s now comprehensive. ","resolvedBy":"embedly","width":"600","height":"90","providerName":"Libsyn"}" data-block-type="22"> Mr. Dean Franco - Episode 830 Learning martial arts bef...

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Episode 829 - Why We Don’t Pay For Guests

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about Why We Don’t Pay For Guests. Why We Don’t Pay For Guests - Episode 829 Maintaining integrity and authenticity in media is crucial, especially in a world where money can easily compromise these values. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew explain their policy of not paying guests to appear on the show. They believe that when money is involved, it can compromise the quality of the content and lead to biases or ulterior motives. Additionally, they discuss...

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Episode 828 - Grandmaster Eddie Minyard

Grandmaster Eddie Minyard is a Martial Arts practitioner, instructor, and author. We've got a few more cute little marks on our belts and, you know, maybe, maybe on the uniform in the sides for some folks. But the bottom line is we're white belts with experience… Grandmaster Eddie Minyard - Episode 828 There are various forms and styles of TaeKwonDo and there are different approaches to training and competition. Grandmaster Eddie Minyard draws on his extensive experience to discuss different sty...

Episode 827 - Handling Distractions in Class

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about Handling Distractions in Class. Handling Distractions in Class - Episode 827 Distractions can be a common occurrence in a martial arts class and a classic example is flatulence. As an instructor or a student, how should distractions be handled in martial arts classes? In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about Handling Distractions in Class. Handling distractions in martial arts classes is an essential skill for any teacher. By prioritizing the gr...

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Episode 826 - Mr. Rokas Leo

Mr. Rokas Leo is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and co-organizer of the Ultimate Self-Defense Championship. I didn't know what Aikido is before I went in there. Just a friend of mine was like, Hey, let's go try it together. And I went in and part of that, I saw the swords. I was like, hell yeah, I'm going to learn swords and hand to hand fighting… Mr. Rokas Leo - Episode 826 Evaluating the effectiveness of the discipline you have always trained in is important, but it can be difficult....

Episode 825 - Martial Arts Word Association 7

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew use a word association game to see if Jeremy can relate random words to martial arts! Martial Arts Word Association 7 - Episode 825 Here at whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, we like to mix things up once in a while. We’re going to do “Martial Arts Word Association” where Andrew gives Jeremy a random word that he could connect to martial arts. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew discuss randomly generated topics from FM Radio to Mail. Find out how they relate it to...

Episode 824 - Sensei Aaron Hoopes

Sensei Aaron Hoopes is a Martial Arts practitioner and chief instructor at Dragon Mountain Kung Fu School. Kids need to be out outside, they need to have their feet on the ground. And then teach them whatever they can do to move and stretch and breathe. I mean, it's sad that we have to even introduce that to our kids… Sensei Aaron Hoopes - Episode 824 Breathing is an essential part of nourishing our bodies. Sensei Aaron Hoopes explains that it is also crucial in martial arts training to reduce s...

Episode 823 - Rapid Fire Q&A #24

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams take on a special edition of the Rapid Fire Question and Answers. Rapid Fire Q&A #24 - Episode 823 Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams tackle a series of questions, comments, and reviews from you, the listeners, and some guests in the form of a Rapid Fire Q&A. Here are some of the questions they tried to answer: What class or topic should instructors look into that they probably aren’t? What 3 word would you use to define yourself as a martial...

Episode 822 - Mr. Da'Mon Stith

Mr. Da'Mon Stith is a martial arts practitioner, instructor, and president of the Historical African Martial Arts Association. I knew that I wanted to be a Martial Arts instructor. I didn't know how I was gonna get there, you know? Because I had just stepped away from the class. But at that point in time I knew that was something that I wanted to do. Mr. Da'Mon Stith - Episode 822 Martial arts practices vary across the globe, each country contributing its unique style. While popular Asian martia...

Episode 821 - The Roots of Bullying

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the Roots of Bullying and how to deal with it properly. The Roots of Bullying - Episode 821 What is the root cause of bullying? Schools have been trying to address bullying but it continues to persist. In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about the Roots of Bullying and how to deal with it properly. They also discuss why advocating for teaching children self-defense and conflict resolution skills is a better way than policies against violence. Jer...

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Episode 820 - Kera Radke

Kera Radke is a Martial Arts practitioner and instructor. Kera is a co-owner of Lake Zurich Family Martial Arts in Illinois. I've also had like some super shy kids, totally surprise me and turn out to be amazing instructors as well. If you want be a teacher, I can make you a teacher. I don't care if you're shy, if you’re extroverted, whatever the case may be. If you really have that desire, I'll make it happen. Kera Radke - Episode 820 Training in Martial Arts as a hobby is quite common but maki...

Episode 819 - Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities

In this episode, Jeremy and Andrew talk about how Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities benefits everyone. Adding Martial Arts to Everyday Activities - Episode 819 Is martial arts strictly for self-defense applications, or is it only effective inside a dojo? Surprisingly, martial arts principles can be applied to everyday life. For example, being mindful of how you place groceries in your car, choosing healthier snacks, or even closing everything with kicks. There are great benefits to appr...

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Episode 818 - Sensei Gage Hanlon

Sensei Gage Hanlon is a martial artist and instructor. He is the Kataaro brand Marketing Director. You get to watch this kid, this person go from where they start at and just looking back on their accumulation of 2, 3, 4 years and seeing who they have become and what little part you play in that.. It’s just extremely rewarding. Sensei Gage Hanlon - Episode 818 The dream of becoming a Martial Artist usually starts with the love for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles which is the case for Sensei Gage Ha...

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Episode 817 - 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts

In this episode, Jeremy and co-host Andrew Adams talk about the 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts and its controversies. 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts - Episode 817 Every martial artist has the right to determine their own definition of martial arts and what it means to them. What is most important is that the martial artist is happy with their training and feels that they are growing as a person. This is enabled by the 6 Freedoms of Martial Arts that is discussed by Jeremy and Adam in this episode. Tune ...