I’m Sam Rideout and also present is Jim Burton. We are the hosts for the new Vodcast/video podcast where we are going to be talking about the Essence of Black Belt Karate. Tonight's episode is going to be very informal, and we're going to speak about a variety of issues that will form the foundation of our Vodcast Episodes. The Links to the Vodcast and audio podcast will be available on the Digital Magazine website BBKarate.com. You can look forward to talks about technique frame of mind, presence in the dojo and many other current topics related to the essence of black belt karate. What is the Essence of Blackbelt Karate The Origins of Karate Styles Cultural Differences Between Asia and North America Play an Important Part into what Happens in the Dojo The Reasons People Come to the Dojo Respect in the Dojo The Basics Upper area Block When, Where, Why (example of a technique) The Discipline of Working Together Sensei’s Role Illumination – Shining a Light