What we can learn from games, and some thoughts about how to use games to improve our training. Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android!

Martial arts often claim to develop self control. Does it work? If so, how? Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android! Podcast Duel explanation blog post“Like” this post to help me win the duel“Like” this post to help me lose and require me to post ridiculous things on YouTubeMartial Journeys YouTube channelExplanation of hikite and surrounding...

A primer on the ancient martial arts texts–what they are, and what’s so interesting about them. Interested in the Kicking Deep Dive events? Get in touch! Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android! Mentioned in this episode:Kicking Deep Dive Event Part 1: How to Learn Any KickKicking Deep Dive Event Part 2: How to Improve Any...

What exactly does that supplement do? Is this pill or that diet a good idea? Will following this one weird trick help you? This episode explains how to find out. Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android! Mentioned in this episode:Navigating Digital Information by Crash Course

Perception of violence doesn’t always line up with the reality of violence. Here are some thoughts about how what that means for us as martial artists. Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android! Twisted Tea videoMeditations on Violence by Rory Miller

In this episode, I explain the link between karate and taekwondo Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android!

In this episode, I do my best to help you set yourself up for success in whatever you’re trying to accomplish. Good luck crushing your goals! Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android! Mentioned in this episode:Jane McGonigal’s TED TalkSuperBetterThe Science of WillpowerThe Last LectureHabitica

A hypothetical board breaking class examined in terms of physics, biology, and psychology. Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android! Mentioned in this episode:Episode 19: Warming UpFight Like a Physicist by Jason Thalken, PhD. Episode 13: What’s the Deal with Energy?Episode 17: Managing Nervousness

How I think martial artists should view luck when pursuing our goals. Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android! Show Notes:Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela DuckworthBecoming Superman: My Journey from Poverty to Hollywood by J. Michael Straczynski The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence by Gavin de Becker

A rant about why, as a traditional martial artist, I dislike the term “traditional” in referring to martial arts. Please subscribe in iTunes or on Android!