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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...
Episode 99 - Why I Train
07 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On Episode 99 host Jeremy Lesniak goes over the 9 reasons why he continues to practice martial arts. For show notes and other episodes, please visit...
Episode 98 - Mr. Tom Bisio
04 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is with Mr. Tom Bisio, a practitioner and instructor of Ba Gua Zhang and Xing Yi Quan. We spend a lot of time discussing the martial a...
Episode 97 - Steven Seagal (Profile)
30 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Martial Arts Radio we're talking about the legendary martial artist and martial arts movie actor, Steven Seagal. We talk about S...
Episode 96 - Master Amanda Meltzer
27 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, we talk to Master Amanda Meltzer, a taekwondo practitioner from New Hampshire. Master Meltzer is a less common example of someone who...
Episode 95 - Become a Better Martial Artist in the Car
23 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Becoming a Better Martial Artist in the Car - Episode 95 Today's episode covers suggestions for reclaiming the time you spend in your vehicle in order...
Episode 94 - Sifu Gary Cecil
20 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 94 we get to talk with Sifu Gary Cecil, a Kung Fu instructor who was suggested as a guest by one of his students. We had a great conversati...
Episode 93 - What is a Martial Art
16 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Over the last few months we've been honing in on a definition for martial arts. Well, on episode 93 we jump in headlong and see if we can flesh it out...
Episode 92 - Sabumnim Scott Pribyl
13 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 92 we're joined by a man with an incredible story. Sabumnim Scott Pribyl started martial arts training as a late teenager and really took t...
Episode 91 - Billy Jack (Movie Profile)
09 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we give our popular profile treatment to one of the oldest and most beloved martial arts movies of all time, Billy Jack. We cover ...
Episode 90 – Sensei Scott Lombardo
06 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we get a chance to speak with Isshinryu karateka and founder of Veterans Martial Arts Training, Sensei Scott Lombardo. Veterans Martial Arts Tra...
Episode 89 - Martial Arts Weapons
02 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk about the history and usage of martial arts weapons. We squash some stories that get thrown around, give you reasons for why you should ...
Episode 88 - Guro Chris Thompson
30 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode brings us Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) practitioner Guro Chris Thompson. With a background in Goju Karate, Guro Chris found his passion...
Episode 87 - Martial Artists Are Their Own Worst Enemies
26 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When we consider the space that martial arts occupies in the Western world, specifically the United States, it's easy to see the impact. Our movies ar...
Episode 86 - Miss Jessica Henderson
23 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is with one of my long-time martial arts friends, Miss Jessica Henderson. Over the last year we've heard from a lot of different peopl...
Episode 85 - Martial Arts Curriculum
19 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's show topic started as an email from a listener. This listener was feeling conflict with the vast amounts of information that was expected to b...
Episode 84 - Master Chris LaCava
16 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is with another of the wonderful martial artists I first met in 2015 at the Super Summer Seminars event. (As of this episode, the othe...
Episode 83 - Destination Training
12 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Most people that have trained in the martial arts for a time have had some type of external training - meaning training outside their typical locat...
Episode 82 – Mr. Michael Rowe
09 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is with Mr. Michael Rowe, a martial artist with as diverse a training history as anyone I've ever seen. With experience in Karate, nin...