In episode 8 I discuss the winter break or for some the most wonderful time of the year. This two - three week period usually includes some type of holiday party with belt promotions and is probably the best time to train at open mats due to many academies closing shop. I also discuss / try to understand the down period or the time around Christmas when people let off the throttle and rest on their laurels some never to return to the mats with the same tenacity. Finally, I make a call to the listeners to see what you want to hear on upcoming episodes.