The man I dubbed “The Nicest Guy In MMA”. Brock Larson grew up near Brainerd, MN and started competing in wrestling at a young age. Find out how Brock went from small town midwest wrestler to the WEC, UFC and ONE FC. I hope you enjoy Brock’s story on this weeks episode. St. Cloud Martial … Brock Larson – WEC and UFC Competitor – Ep13
Melissa Moses is the founder, owner and chief instructor of Nicola Valley Muay Thai and Self Defense. Hear about the high and low points and what it took to get to where she is today. Listen to her amazing and inspiring story and what she is doing to help indigenous women and girls. (4) Nicola … Melissa Moses – Nicola Valley Muay Thai – Ep12
What’s it like to grow up with martial arts royalty as your father? What was it like to be on the inside watching as your father redefined martial arts. Even better… What is it like to be the person who could be responsible for redefining self defense and do something even more revolutionary than his … Ed Parker Jr – Creator of Paxtial Arts – Ep11
The name Fred Ettish may not be instantly recognizable to some, but die hard MMA and UFC fans should know the name. From getting involved in traditional martial arts at a young age to deciding to take his skills to the Octagon of UFC 2 in 1994 and up to his comeback in the cage … Fred Ettish – UFC Competitor – Ep10
Dylan Spicer is the owner of the Academy of Combat Arts in Fargo, ND. He was an accomplished MMA fighter himself with a career record of 7-0 and has sent numerous students to major events like the UFC & Bellator. Listen to my interview with Dylan. Fargo Mixed Martial Arts Gym – Academy of Combat … Dylan Spicer – Founder/Owner of the Fargo Academy of Combat Arts- Ep9
My guest this week is an technology executive, an author, in 2013 she was on the Forbes list of “40 women to watch over 40” and if all of that isn’t enough she was also the first American to win gold at the World Judo Championships. Please enjoy my conversation with AnnMaria De Mars. Dr. … AnnMaria De Mars – World Judo Champion – Ep8
Grandmaster Jim Grimestad has over 42 years of experience in traditional Tae Kwon Do. He is currently the head instructor and owner of Red River Traditional Tae Kwon Do in Fargo, ND. Jim holds the rank of 8th Degree Black Belt. Jim is the founder of Ko-Online.com and also founded the Fargo Open Championships which … Jim Grimestad – Traditional Tae Kwon Do Grandmaster – Ep7
James DeMile is an American martial artist and author, he was among the first group of students of Bruce Lee, whom he met in 1959. In 1963, DeMile appeared in Lee’s only book, The Philosophical Art of Self Defense. He is an inductee in the AMAA Who’s Who in the Martial Arts Hall of Fame … James DeMile – Original Bruce Lee Student – Ep6
Barry Carl was known around the world as the Bass singer for the a cappella group Rockapella. He was featured on the long running PBS series Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego and the Spike Lee special Do It A Cappella. He is also a professional voiceover artist whose voice has been heard representing … Barry Carl – A Cappella Singer and Martial Artist – Ep5
On this weeks episode I chat with my first martial arts instructor Bill Nelson. Bill is the owner of St. Cloud MN Soo Bahk Do and currently holds the rank of 8th Dan. Mr Nelson is also the author of “Your Weapon Within”. Listen to him tell his story. St Cloud Soo Bahk Do – … Bill Nelson – Tang Soo Do/Soo Bahk Do Master Instructor – Ep4
