Sensei Hanratty discusses the JKA's Funakoshi Gichin Cup tournament, his own experiences as a longtime (former) JKA member, and the issue of "refinement" of techniques. He also explains how everyone has their own way of doing karate and their own reasons for doing it.

Sensei Hanratty continues his conversation with Kevin Warner, 7th Dan, with the two of them reminiscing about past karate camps in the U.S. and Hungary. Sensei Warner describes his successful use of ura mawashi geri (hook kick) in competitions. Hanratty and Warner also discuss the importance of resilience in karate and life.

Sensei Hanratty interviews Kevin Warner, 7th Dan, in Riverside, California. Sensei Warner shares how he became introduced to karate and what it was like in his first years of competing in kata and kumite. This is Part 1 of a two-part interview.

Sensei Hanratty discusses the reasons people quit karate, the issue of loyalty, and the special relationship between instructor and student. While admitting that it's painful when a longtime student leaves, “An instructor has to realize that it’s not personal," he says.

Sensei Hanratty continues his discussion of a legendary tournament at Crystal Palace, including an epic battle in the finals between Steve Cattle and Terry O’Neill. He explains how competitions in the 1970s were different from today, particularly regarding intensity.

Sensei Hanratty revisits some classic matchups that occurred at the 1978 Nationals at Crystal Palace in Liverpool, England.

Sensei Hanratty describes a recent open tournament that he directed, which included karate and kung fu practitioners, among others. He then delves into the role that kata plays in karate training and how kata has evolved over the years. He also discusses how karate training shaped his responses to the frequent violent confrontations he experienced as a young taxi driver in Liverpool, England.

Sensei Hanratty discusses the origins of Shotokan Karate, including Master Funakoshi's role in introducing Okinawan martial arts to the Japanese mainland.

Sensei Hanratty discusses the reason there are so many belt levels and how karate's grading system was first adopted by Master Funakoshi. He also discusses the advanced titles of Renshi, Shihan, and Hanshi, and touches on the politics of honorary black belts.

Sensei Hanratty discusses the differences between coaching and teaching, as well as: 
-The importance of distance exercises
-Developing your favourite techniques
-Dangers of being a "passive aggressor"
-The role of correction by instructors
-Types of "kyo" (state of being off)