whistlekick Martial Arts Radio

Episode 198 - Mr. Mark Divine

19 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Mark Divine is a former Navy SEAL and author with deep roots in traditional karate. He's a powerful speaker with solid advice. Mr. Mark Divine - E...

Episode 197 - Don't Compare Martial Arts Journeys

15 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

All too often people compare their journey in the martial arts to the journey of someone else. This doesn't do anyone any good. Don't Compare Martial ...

Episode 196 - Miss Caitlin Dechelle

12 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Miss Caitlin Dechelle is a world-champion martial arts competitor turned actress, known for her athleticism and stunt work. Miss Caitlin Dechelle - ...

Episode 195 - Jeremy Unplugged

08 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 194 - Sensei Richard Hubbard

05 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Richard Hubbard is a thoughtful, multi-disciplined martial artist from New Hampshire. Sensei Richard Hubbard - Episode 194 We also bring the m...

Episode 193 - Martial Arts Drills For Creating Stress

01 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Stress isn't just a part of daily life, it's something that can interfere with your martial arts training. When it comes to self-defense, stress can r...

Episode 192 - Master Chip Townsend

29 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Master Chip Townsend is a Taekwondo practitioner & school owner from Texas with a passion for breaking and inspiring others. Master Chip Townsend - E...

Episode 191 - Motivating Martial Artists

25 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about ways to motivate people - specifically martial artists - that don't involve a promotion or other external symbol, like ...

Episode 190 - Kyoshi David Seeger & Sempai Holly Whitlock Seeger

22 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Kyoshi David Seeger & Sempai Holly Whitlock Seeger are karate practitioners from New York, best known for their video The Karate Rap Kyoshi David Seeg...

Episode 189 - Participation Awards

18 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Jeremy talks about his feelings on participation awards - trophies, medals, ribbons, etc - and why they should never be handed out...

Episode 188 - Mr. Tristan Creeley

15 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Tristan Creeley - Mr. C - is a taekwondo martial arts instructor, competitor, filmmaker & artist from Maine. Mr. Tristan Creeley - Episode 188 It...

Episode 187 - Talking Donnie Yen

11 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We bring you an exclusive interview with Sifu James Banks, who grew up with Donnie Yen and trained with his mother, Bow-sim Mark. Talking Donnie Yen -...

Episode 186 - Mr. Iain Abernethy

08 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Iain Abernethy is a well-known martial arts podcaster and expert on the practical application of Karate. Mr. Iain Abernethy - Episode 186 Looking...

Episode 185 - Top 10 Reasons to Read Martial Arts Books

04 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

  On this episode, Sensei Jaredd Wilson joins us to offer his top ten reasons why all martial artists should be reading martial arts books. Top 10 ...

Episode 184 - Sensei Phil Knight

01 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Phil Knight is a Karate practitioner from Yorkshire, England with a passion for so-called nerdy pursuits. We talk about the intersection of mar...

Episode 183 - Conversations with Soke Michael DePasquale, Jr.

27 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Soke Michael DePasquale, Jr. is a well-known jujutsu practitioner and instructor. Jeremy had the chance to sit down with him for a conversation at the...

Episode 182 - Coach Mike Chen

24 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Mike Chen is a Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiujitsu (BJJ) practitioner from New Hampshire. He's an excellent storyteller who brings solid perspectiv...

Episode 181 - Hanshi Bruce Juchnik Interviews Bill "Superfoot" Wallace

20 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Hanshi Bruce Juchnik interviews Bill Wallace - aka Superfoot - at the 2017 Martial Arts Symposium in Manchester, NH. Hanshi Bruce Juchnik Interviews B...

Episode 180 - Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee

17 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee is a legend in the world of Taekwondo, some even refer to him as the Father of American Tae Kwon Do. Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee - E...

Episode 179 - Teaching at a Martial Arts Seminar

13 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Teaching advanced students can be a challenge, especially at a martial arts seminar or when you visit another school. You only have a limited amount o...

Episode 178 - Sensei Jeremy Bays

10 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Jeremy Bays is a taekwondo practitioner with a diverse extracurricular background, an excellent sense of humor and a passion for archery. Sense...

Episode 177 - A Little Bit of Martial Arts Unity

06 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

You don't have to spend much time in the martial arts to see that we have a shadowy side. The infighting and tearing down of those that aren't that di...

Episode 176 - Mr. John Hackleman

03 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. John Hackleman is a Kajukenbo aka Hawaiian Kempo practitioner. He's also the founder of the training center The Pit and respected MMA coach to wel...

Episode 175 - The Top 10 Reasons to Practice Forms

30 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The practice of martial arts forms can be a controversial topic. Whether you call them kata, poomsae (poomse), tul, patterns, routines, sequences, fo...

Episode 174 - Sensei Jesse Enkamp

27 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Jesse Enkamp is the host of Karate by Jesse and a self-proclaimed Karate nerd. Sensei Jesse Enkamp - Episode 174 Generations of masters have c...

Episode 173 - The Paradox of Belts

23 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we discuss how martial arts belts are a contradiction - we respect them and hold them as important, yet our treatment of them vari...

Episode 172 - Coach Greg Amundson

20 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Greg Amundson is a practitioner of Aikido, Krav Maga & Jujitsu as well as a CrossFit athlete & coach, and author. Coach Greg Amundson - Episode ...

Episode 171 - Coach Daniel Wu

16 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Coach Daniel Wu is an actor, director and former Wushu competitor best known for his role as Sunny in AMC's Martial Arts show, Into the Badlands. Coac...

Episode 170 – Miss Emily Beecham

16 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Miss Emily Beecham plays Minerva (aka The Widow) on the AMC Martial Arts show, Into The Badlands. Miss Emily Beecham – Episode 170 I was blessed to ...

Episode 169 - Sensei Damion Lupo

13 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Damion Lupo is a long-time Aikido practitioner, author and the founder of Yokido, a fusion of Yoga and Aikido. Sensei Damion Lupo - Episode 16...

Episode 168 - Reconciling Martial Arts Tradition with New Information

09 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

For show notes and other episodes, please visit:   http://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com/168-tradition-new-martial-arts-progress

Episode 167 - Sempai Alysa Giudici

06 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sempai Alysa Giudici - Episode 167 Remember to always be a role model. To always just be humble and work hard no matter if anyone's watching or not. ...

Episode 166 - Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Movie

02 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is a martial arts movie release in 2000. The film has had a strong cultural impact on martial arts in the US. Crouching...

Episode 165 - Mr. Andrew Freund

27 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Andrew Freund is a sumo practitioner and the promoter of the US Sumo Open with a background in kendo, tai chi & aikido. Mr. Andrew Freund - Episod...

Episode 164 - Conversations on Martial Arts Competition

23 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We bring back two past guests that are passionate about martial arts competition - Master Huzon Alexander and Mr. Richard Osborn. We chat about what ...

Episode 163 - Sensei Ando Mierzwa

20 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Ando Mierzwa is a longtime martial arts practitioner and the host of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast. Sensei Ando Mierzwa - Episode 163 "If...

Episode 162 - Martial Arts Forms Drills

16 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

25 Drills to Improve Your Martial Arts Forms - Kata, Poomsae, Tul, Patterns, Routines... etc Martial Arts Forms Drills - Episode 162 On today's episod...

Episode 161 - Mr. Randy Moy

13 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Randy Moy is a practitioner of Chinese martial arts from Massachusetts, with a beginning in Wing Chun and current training in Tai Chi. Mr. Randy M...

Episode 160 - Martial Arts Training As You Age

09 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore real-world strategies for continuing martial arts training as your body ages. Tips and mindset advice for the older martia...

Episode 159 - Mr. Jon Call aka Jujimufu

06 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Jon Call is better known by his online handle Jujimufu. With deep roots in traditional martial arts, he's gone on to fame for his tricking, streng...

Episode 158 - Resistance Training for Martial Arts

02 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore why resistance training is so beneficial in martial arts, how to get started, equipment to consider and what to watch for...

Episode 157 - Sensei Roberto Davila

30 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Roberto Davila is an Arnis & Jujitsu practitioner from Massachusetts, born in Puerto Rico. Sensei Roberto Davila - Episode 157 I don't think t...

Episode 156 - Everyone Needs a Teacher

26 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we tackle the importance of having an instructor, no matter what your rank and experience. Everyone Needs a Teacher - Episode 156 ...

Episode 155 - Mr. Charles Murdock

23 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Charles Murdock is a Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) practitioner with roots in Aikido and Karate. Mr. Charles Murdock - Episode 155 "You...

Episode 154 - Question & Answer #2

19 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we tackle why repetition of forms is important, how all martial artists could improve with a single focus, ways to improve your sp...

Episode 153 - Miss Elise Lenahan

16 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Miss Elise Lenahan is a taekwondo black belt as well as a black belt in the Marine Corp Martial Arts Program (MCMAP). Miss Elise Lenahan - Episode 153...

Episode 152 - Conversations on Women in Martial Arts: Part 2

12 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Mrs. April Pettengill, Sensei Katie Jordan and Miss Jessica Henderson return to discuss topics related to women's involvement in the martial arts worl...

Episode 151 - Soke Joe Droual

09 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Soke Joe Droual is a long-time martial arts instructor from New York. His background includes karate, jiu-jitsu, Kobudo and kung fu. Soke Joe Droual ...

Episode 150 - Conversations on Women in Martial Arts: Part 1

05 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We unpack some of the differences - and similarities - between male and female martial artists with two past guests, Renshi Lisa Magiera and Master Am...

Episode 149 - Sensei Cheryl Murphy

02 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Cheryl Murphy is a competitive karate practitioner, best known for her sparring and being a member of Team USA. Sensei Cheryl Murphy - Episode...

Episode 148 - President Theodore Roosevelt & Judo

29 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

For show notes please visit:    http://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com/148-theodore-roosevelt-judo/

Episode 147 - Mr. Michael Staples

26 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Michael Staples is a well-respected authority on Chinese martial arts, with several books to his credit. He's written about and studied Kung fu, ...

Episode 146 - Zen in the Martial Arts

22 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Zen in the Martial Arts is a classic martial art book written by Joe Hyams. It was recently selected as the #1 martial arts book by guests of this sho...

Episode 145 - Mr. Kevin Galloway

19 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Kevin Galloway is a passionate martial arts instructor, school owner and tournament promoter. His stories show an immense dedication to the arts a...

Episode 144 - Difficult Students

15 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Conversation and Strategies on Handling Challenging Martial Arts Students - Adults & Children Difficult Students - Episode 144 Today's episode is comp...

Episode 143 - Mrs. April Pettengill

12 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mrs. April Pettengill is an ITF Taekwondo practitioner & school owner from Northern Vermont who started training later in life. Mrs. April Pettengill ...

Episode 142 - James Mitose (Profile)

08 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

James Mitose (Profile) - Episode 142 It's time for episode 142 of whistlekick Martial Arts radio, and we're going to profile a man who's come up in s...

Episode 141 - Grandmaster Rick Alemany

05 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Grandmaster Rick Alemany is a prominent figure in the world of American Kenpo Karate. Grandmaster Rick Alemany - Episode 141 "I just set a goal that ...

Episode 140 - Self-Defense Tools

01 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

...That doesn't mean the training of weapons is only for practical purposes, but for this episode, we are going to limit the conversation to that. We'...

Episode 139 - Conversations with Master Brendan Goodall

28 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Past guest Master Brendan Goodall returned to chat with Jeremy about a variety of martial arts topics. Conversations with Master Brendan Goodall - Ep...

Episode 138 - Martial Arts Family

24 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We're all part of a martial arts family, simply by sharing the common bond of training for self-improvement. Martial Arts Family - Episode 138 For a f...

Episode 137 - Sensei Brandon Benenati

21 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Brandon Benenati - Episode 137 I've known Sensei Brandon Benenati for a couple years, first introduced to him by Master Adam Grogin, from all t...

Episode 136 - Sensei Katie Jordan

14 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sensei Katie Jordan is a Shotokan karate practitioner from Maine, now living in Massachusetts. Sensei Katie Jordan - Episode 136 I really think compe...

Episode 135 - Women in Martial Arts

10 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Most of our guests are men, it's true. Some have even accused the martial arts realm of being inherently sexist. We talk about this and more today. Wo...

Episode 134 - Kyoshi Jose Dimacali

07 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Kyoshi Jose Dimacali - Episode 134 I'm not your friend, I say. I'm better than your friend - I'm your instructor. Because friends sometimes steer you...

Episode 133 - Michelle Yeoh (Profile)

03 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You can find lots of photos, a full transcript and other episodes at:   http://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com/133-michelle-yeoh/

Episode 132 - Mr. Daniel Hartz

31 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Daniel Hartz - Episode 132 Mr. Hartz just after having Sensei Smith demonstrate a choke. Wearing a NoSweat Tee. You may recognize the name o...

Episode 131 - Martial Arts Etiquette

27 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we discuss the important of etiquette in a martial arts class. We also tackle how to handle attending class with a different grou...

Episode 130 - Sensei Fumio Demura (Interview)

24 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 107 we released a profile of Sensei Fumio Demura. After several conversations with people that knew Sensei, it didn't seem likely that we'd...

Episode 129 - Dealing with Setbacks

20 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Advice on how to handle martial arts related setbacks. Dealing with Setbacks - Episode 129 For more episodes, and a full transcript, please visit: htt...

Episode 128 - Renshi Lisa Magiera

17 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

But that front kick that's done on a bag isn't truly owned by the student until they're in a free-thinking, sparring situation and they see the openin...

Episode 127 - Rights & Privileges of Rank

13 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

For a full transcript and other episodes, please visit:   http://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com/127-rank-privileges/

Episode 126 - Mr. Dale Frye

10 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Dale Frye, aka "Sunshine," is a world champion kickboxer turned actor and stuntman. Mr. Dale Frye - Episode 126 I said, wait a minute. We just sa...

Episode 125 - Sparring Drills

06 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

For full show notes, including a transcript, please visit:   http://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com/125-sparring-drills/

Episode 124 - Shihan Grant Campbell

03 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I first met Shihan Grant Campbell during the March 2016 Superfoot black belt gathering in Florida. It was during this same assembly that I met Kyoshi...

Episode 123 - Jean-Claude Van Damme (Profile)

29 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

What are you doing? I know what you're doing. You're getting ready to listen to today's episode of Martial Arts Radio. Well, here we are. Episode 123 ...

Episode 122 - Renshi Craig Sargent

26 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Renshi Craig Sargent - Episode 122 Over the last year and a half, there have been guests that I've wanted to get to know better. I've known today's gu...

Episode 121 - Question & Answer #1

22 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode we answer four burning questions submitted by the audience. Question & Answer #1 - Episode 121 Today's episode will be a bit differ...

Episode 120 - Hanshi Bruce Juchnik

19 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Hanshi Bruce Juchnik is a living encyclopedia. When you talk about the most famous martial artists - Joe Lewis, Robert Trias, Chuck Norris, Bill Walla...

Episode 119 - Group Chat: McDojos

15 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

McDojos, and all that they mean to the martial arts community, are the topic of conversation today on our first-ever group chat. Group Chat: McDojos -...

Episode 118 - Kancho Matt Brown

12 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I first met Kancho Brown at a multi-instructor seminar in early summer of 2016. I was impressed with his skill, but more so his personality. We quickl...

Episode 117 - Tony Jaa (Profile)

08 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Hi. Guess what? It's time for another episode of whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, and this is episode 117, and it's our long-awaited profile of the ama...

Episode 116 - Mestre Efraim Silva

05 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

As with a number of our guests, it was from a news article that we first learned of Mestre Efraim Silva. Native to Brazil, Mestre Silva has been livin...

Episode 115 - Money & Martial Arts Competition

01 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You've probably heard me mention our line of NoSweat shirts before. Super lightweight, incredibly comfortable, these go great under your uniform – a...

Episode 114 - Mr. Gershon Ben Keren

29 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Gershon Ben Keren is a Krav Maga instructor, author and school owner. Mr. Gershon Gen Keren - Episode 114 It really doesn't matter how you solve ...

Episode 113 - Different Training Environments

25 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Martial arts training in different locations - and different types of locations - can yield strong benefits. Different Training Environments - Episode...

Episode 112 - Kyoshi Kevin Hudson

22 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

It was during my time at the Superfoot camp in Florida in March of 2016 that I first met Kyoshi Kevin Hudson. A tall man with a southern accent and a ...

Episode 111 - Karate in the Olympics

18 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Karate will be in the Olympics in 2020 in Tokyo, Japan. Let's talk about what that means to the martial arts. During the show we reference the followi...

Episode 110 - Mr. Simon Scher

15 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We love guest suggestions from the audience. So when one of our listeners suggested Mr. Simon Scher as a guest, it didn't take long for us to realize ...

Episode 109 - whistlekick Update Show

11 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

There's nothing fancy or special about today's episode – but it is the first episode where we've told you what's going on at whistlekick behind the...

Episode 108 - Mr. Tony Blauer - Part 2

08 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This is part 2 of our episode with Mr. Tony Blauer. Please listen to part 1 first.

Episode 108 - Mr. Tony Blauer - Part 1

08 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Tony Blauer is here to upset the apple cart a bit. Some will claim he's not a martial artist, but if you check our definition of a martial artist...

Episode 107 - Fumio Demura (Profile)

04 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Not long after moving the US Demura got a gig doing martial arts demonstrations at the Japanese Deer Park, a local attraction in California. The shows...

Episode 106 - Mr. Alex Gillis

01 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Over the course of this show, we've had a few trends with mentions of movies & actors. But when it comes to books, there are only a few we've heard ab...

Episode 105 - Helping People Find the Right Martial Arts School

28 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Lately, I've been noticing something that's really starting to irritate me. Someone will mention their desire to explore martial arts, usually on soci...

Episode 104 - Sensei Ashida Kim

25 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is with well-known martial artist and ninjitsu practitioner Sensei Ashida Kim. While I had heard his name before, I'll confess that I ...

Episode 103 - Muscle Memory

21 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Muscle memory is when your body does something automatically. Muscles remember what to do by repeating something many times. Sometimes this is called ...

Episode 102 - Datu Tim Hartman

18 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

  "Martial arts develops character. Martial sports reveals character." Welcome to episode 102 of Martial Arts Radio, where today we get to hear from ...

Episode 101 - Necessity of Having Different Styles

14 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Necessity of Having Different Styles - Episode 101 Have you ever wondered why some martial artists get into such heated discussions over one style ver...

Episode 100 - Sensei Jeremy Lesniak

11 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 100 we hear from the whistlekick founder, and our regular host, Sensei Jeremy Lesniak. Throughout his martial arts career, he has achieved...