We do into depth on the topic of Aikido's history and the many influences which brought it about. Our discussion includes Sokaku Takeda and Morehei Ueshiba, and the martial influences of both men. We also discuss the influences of some of the influential seniors such as Kenji Tomiki, Gozo Shioda, and more.

Here are links to some of the sources mentioned in the discussion.

Tenjin Shinyo-ryu:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGFlk-hsyHE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4e8Rzkz_Fw

Yagyu Shingan-ryu:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8dobbUP7lU

Ono-ha Itto-ryu:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7jQXBai9-k

Yagyu Shinkage-ryu:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfhtYKQ-iU0

Hozoin-ryu Yari:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Lnmg6g4R6c

Kashima Shinto-ryu:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI-sR6BGH7s

Pre-war Embu at Omoto:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmMgMRS9bSc

Maniwa Nen-ryu:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIgzMdtZ_HI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xrBgqXAJTY

Hidden in Plain Sight by Ellis Amdur:

https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Plain-Sight-Esoteric-Traditions/dp/1937439321

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