In this exciting episode, in the light of recent events, Ger and Jon tackled training with three different things in mind: Aggression, Response, and Context. Ger delivers eloquent wisdom on the topic and how to start crack this with Karate training, Jon mildly helps. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon

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In the wake of the recent tragedy in the United States, Jeremy and Jon discuss responsibility of teaching and regrets in teaching techniques, putting people up for rank, and the responsibilities Karate teachers have in teaching restraints. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon

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In this episode, Chuck, Jeremy, and Jon discuss staying committed through adversity, times we almost quit, and how we've dealt with the human factors there in. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon

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On our first B Side track, we talk about one of Jeremy's favorite movies, Remo Williams; The Adventure Beings (and ends) We take a look at this hardly martial arts movie, it's deep and offensive flaws, it's charming and fun parts, and why it serves good commentary so many levels. Get bonus content on Patreon

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Jon and Raul discuss the reality of full contact fighting in past and current Karate, and what steps can be taken to get there. And alcohol and injuries. Get bonus content on Patreon

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In this action packed episode, Jeremy and Jon discuss the wonders and woes of weighted weapons. When are they appropriate, what are they used for, and how can they be used to fend off people out of their mind on meth. Get bonus content on Patreon

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Tough times for training these days. We talk about the effects on the current situation on training and how to mentally and physically adjust training to be an at home activity. Among other things. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon

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Karate Kid is a legendary cultural artifact that is worth talking about. It's had a huge impact on Karate, good, bad, and ugly. We break down the plot, some of the effects of the movie, and how it's lessons still live on. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon

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In lieu of the current crisis and panic, we talked about in this shorter than average episode about the non-martial results of training: common sense and wisdom. Being able to stay clear headed and self-controlled in the face of others who may not have the same kind of control. Enjoy. And please stay safe. Get bonus content on Patreon

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After a short hiatus, Jon and Jeremy discuss leadership in Karate, how managing people and leading people are two very different things, and how a leader doesn't need to be loud and proud to be effective. Get bonus content on Patreon

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