The Martial Brain

Jeff discusses some contributions that science has made to our understanding of history.

Jeff discusses the importance of studying and appreciating history.

Jeff wraps up his 3 part series on the military concept of “interior lines.”  In this episode he draws comparisons between the this concept and solo combat in the martial arts.

Jeff continues his comparison of military doctrine to the martial arts, today describing the Battle of Rorke’s Drift.

Jeff begins a three part series in which he describes the military principle of “interior lines,” and gives two examples from history.

Jeff discusses the scientific method vs. “ancient wisdom,” and the importance for martial arts instructors  of regularly updating their curricula.

Jeff discusses the cognitive bias known as “survivor-ship bias.”

Jeff draws a comparison to a popular software product to explain what he thinks constitutes a “legitimate” variation of a martial arts technique.

Jeff offers some tips for organizing your work when researching a topic.

Jeff discusses the importance of continuing to learn after your school days.