Donald is a lifelong martial artist and cybersecurity risk manager. He has trained in numerousmartial arts over the years including Kenpo, Tae Kwon Do and Jiu-jitsu He started training at 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu in Phoenix and received his black belt in 2021. He plans on opening his own school in Denton Texas in 2024. He … Donald Daubert – 10th Planet Denton – Ep146
Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Michelle Manu, a globally recognized 10th Degree Black Belt and dedicated instructor in the ancient Hawaiian cultural practice and martial art, Lua. As the sole high-ranking female teacher of Lua, Michelle proudly holds the distinction of being the only public representative of Hawaiian Woman Warriors in over two … Michelle Manu – Lua – Ep143
Karen is a martial artist and actress. She was the first woman to hold the title of #1 Women’s Black Belt Forms Champion for theKarate Illustrated Rankings, a title she held again the next year. She was also the first woman to be rated #1 Women’s Black Belt Forms Competitor in the STAR System ratings. … Karen Sheperd – The Enforcer – Ep141
Dustin is a martial artist and podcast co-host who has studied multiple styles over the years. He is married with 3 kids and martial arts is a full family affair. He also loves classic cars and plays guitar. He is currently the co-host of the Formless Podcast! Please enjoy his story. The Formless Podcast on … Dustin Salsi – Formless Podcast – Ep138
Deron is an Actor and Sportsman who toured the professional racquetball circuit for three years. In the early 1980’s he was a deputy sheriff with Los Angeles County As an actor he has been in movies such as Enter The Blood Ring, Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, Batman Forever, Batman & Robin and more. You also may … Deron McBee – American Gladiator – Ep137
Gerald is an Actor, Stuntman, Martial Artist, Weapons Designer and US Army Veteran. He was born in Hilo, Hawaii and has been studying martial arts for over 60 years. Throughout his 50 year career in the entertainment business you have seen him in such notable tv series as The Original Kung Fu Series, Knight Rider … Gerald Okamura – Man of Many Weapons – Ep136
Jimmy is a former high school wrestler and teacher who attended UCLA. He was a pro MMA fighter with a record of 5-1 and quit fighting when he was offered the job to hostThe Discovery Channels “Fight Quest”. He was also a co-host during season 2 and 3 of American Ninja Warrior. He has been … Jimmy Smith – Unlocking The Cage – Ep135
Brad is an author, Podcaster and Self Defense instructor. He has been committed to empowering women for more than 20 years through developing and coaching effective self-defense strategies for the non-martial art female. He guides the Women’s Self-Defense Community providing instructors and students with techniques to successfully resist attacks by predatory men. He currently provides … Brad Parker – Women’s Self-Defense Community – Ep134
Wim has been a full-time personal trainer since 1994 who has also occasionally worked as abouncer and served in the military. He has authored numerous instructional books and self defense videos. He is the owner of one of the oldest martial arts and self defense blogs and is also a podcaster. He has been training … Wim Demeere – Tai Chi Chuan – Ep130
Jamie is the one and only son of martial arts founder Jimmy Webster.He started training at a young age and earned his black belt at age 14. He held the title of Alabama State champion for 5 years in a row from 1985-1990. In 1993 he attacked the national tournament circuit and in 1994 won … Jamie Webster – Great Wolf – Ep129
