The Datsusara Podcast

Chris Odell and co-host Ben Charles sit down with industrial designer, father and farmer Joe Henney. We talk about why he chose to work in the industrial design field, working as a freelancer, time management as a father, and life on his 6 acre farm.

Related links: http://www.joehenney.com

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The second in our "Ask Me Anything"(AMA) style episodes with Datsusara founder Chris Odell and co-host Benjamin Charles. Chris answers the questions below that were submitted via social media and talks about winter challenges.

1. I always hear about how hemp can generate much more paper than trees, but see very little signs of people trying to make it. why? Can you walk us through the difference between myth and reality regarding all the claims made in The Emperor Wears No Clothes?
2. Does datsusara get hemp from Canada, or now that recreational marijuana is legal in Oregon, are you able to supply your hemp more locally? Do you have to process the hemp yourself?
3. How does your business mentality influence the products you create?
4. What future products do you have planned?
5. Hi Chris, wondering about those long sleeve t styled hemp training shirts you spoke about on Mat Therapy? Are those available?
6. Wanna chat about some of your favorites in the Datsusara Wall of Heroes? What you like about them, etc.?
7. Do you have some great stories from behind the scenes at EBI? What's interesting and/or surprising? How have they evolved? Who should Rogan face in a superfight? Are you surprised by how it's become one of the standards of competition grappling?
8. Why are Datsusara gis so great? Some elements of kimono design and construction are obvious, but others aren't. What would you look for or watch out for in a gi, that the avg. player doesn't usually consider? Have DSgear users had any adventures using it?
9. What's your vision for Datsusara 5 or 10 years out?
10. ETA (or progress) on the a BIG bag?
11. It's excellent that you're tracking down the actual sources just referenced by other hemp info dumps. Could you explain your motivation and why you think it's important? Note: We didn't cover this well, but plan to on the next AMA, it's a very good question.
12. I have to deal with numerous vendors for my HEMA club. They're relatively small companies that cater for, what's now, a niche market -- but only a few of them have customer service even close to the Datsusara standard. What do you think sets you apart?
13. Why do you hate leglocks?
14. I'd like to learn about tea, from your perspective

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Matt Ross is a film and television actor whom you may have seen in American Psycho, The Aviator, Big Love or Silicon Valley. He more recently wrote and directed a film called Captain Fantastic which is about a father completely dedicated to raising his six children, by very unconventional means, in the forests of the Pacific Northwest. He is also a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner amongst other interesting things that are discussed in this episode such as living in the wilderness vs city centers, raising children, working in Hollywood and the general problems of modern civilization. Related links: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0743671/ http://www.bleeckerstreetmedia.com/captainfantastic

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Investigate journalist and author Richard Manning talks with us on a broad range of topics, from environmental issues to how to prevent disease by living more in accord with our genes. In particular we focus on issues covered in his book "Go Wild: Free Your Mind and Body from the Afflictions of Civilization".

Related links: http://www.richardmanning.net

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Antero Alli returns to the podcast to wax philosophical with Chris about various subjects ranging from personal integrity of action to the potential for bliss or terror created by freedom of time.

Antero Alli comes from a deep background of writing, directing, and producing experimental theatre and numerous underground films. He is also the author of eight books including Angel Tech, The Eight-Circuit Brain, and Towards an Archeology of the Soul.

Related links: http://www.paratheatrical.com http://www.verticalpool.com Antero's Facebook

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Nathan and Phil are founders of 10th Planet Portland, a branch of the 10th Planet no-gi Jiu Jitsu system. Nathan is a black belt and Phil a high level brown belt. Nathan has competed at the Eddie Bravo Invitational which airs on UFC Fight Pass. They have both had great success by leaving unfulfilling jobs and following their passion for Jiu Jitsu. They are also advocates for cannabis and Phil (who has a legal background) also works in the cannabis business investment field.

Related Links: http://www.10thplanetpdx.com http://orionassetpartners.com

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Rollie Peterkin is an excellent example of a Datsusara as he left a lucrative career on Wall Street to become an MMA fighter in Peru. His journey doesn't stop there and you'll hear all about it in this episode. It's a great example of how a more simple and more natural life can also be a more fulfilling life.

Related Links: Rollie's book The Cage: Escaping the American Dream http://rolliepeterkin.comRollie's Facebook@RolliePeterkin Sponsored by DatsusaraTwitter: @DatsuChrisFacebook: Chris Datsusara Odell

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This is the first of our occasional "Ask Me Anything"(AMA) style episodes with Datsusara founder Chris Odell and co-host Benjamin Charles. Chris answers questions that were submitted via social media. Topics range from industrial hemp issues to which Star Trek captain is the best. Enjoy.

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Dr. Mark Cheng has carved a unique path in the world of human performance as both a sought-after clinician and a respected strength & conditioning coach / martial arts researcher. He talk to us about how he became a healer after training in the martial arts for many year. Also discussed is the lack of balance seen in modern martial arts between fighting and healing knowledge. His background in traditional East Asian medicines (with a Ph.D. in Chinese medicine & acupuncture), instructorships in a variety of martial arts (including Jeet Kune Do & Filipino Kali certification under the legendary Dan Inosanto), and extensive experience as a faculty member of both Functional Movement Systems and StrongFirst has led him to develop a "combat clinical" perspective on developing, training, & healing the body.

Related Links: http://drmarkcheng.comMark's Facebook@DrMarkCheng

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Duncan Trussell talks about his journey to becoming a successful comedian and podcaster, the energy it takes to set your own course, and his thoughts on the state of the human condition. Duncan Trussell is a stand-up comic, known for his podcast "The Duncan Trussell Family Hour" and his appearances on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast. He also does voice acting on Adventure Time and Animals.

Related Links: http://duncantrussell.comDuncan's Facebook@duncantrussell

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