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The Martial Maze

The Martial Maze

By ISRAEL LOPEZ

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/martial-maze/subscribe What is Martial arts? What is a Martial scientist? What are the difference between Karate, Judo, Kung Fu, and Ju-Jitsu? Can a Sport martial art be effective in self-defense? What Martial art is best suited for a child vs an adult?.....etc.....etc. These and many other question are explored, and answered by knowledgeable, experienced and sometimes famous Guests.
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The Martial MazeAug 21, 2023

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What's wrong with Karate!

What's wrong with Karate!

Konnichiwa! In today's episode, we discuss a very controversial topic. What's wrong with Karate! This episode was inspired by a Brazilian Jujitsu reel. A definite must listen. We hope you enjoy.

Apr 04, 202401:06:34
DAOS CON 4 with surprise guest McDojoLife creator, Rob Ingram

DAOS CON 4 with surprise guest McDojoLife creator, Rob Ingram

Konnichiwa! In today's episode, we are live from DAOS CON 4. It was a great event, and we were happy to be a part of it! Where there were many great Martial, Arts, and special guess. We are at the Martial Maze were blessed with the opportunity to chop it up, and talk all things Martial Arts with the founder and creator of McDojoLife!!

Mar 13, 202401:12:44
It's all about context, baby! Episode two with special Guest, Randy Haskins Sensei

It's all about context, baby! Episode two with special Guest, Randy Haskins Sensei

Konnichiwa! In today's episode we are joined by our special guest, Randy Haskins Sensei of the Underground Alliance Martial Science Research Association. As take a deep dive into a better understanding of the word context! And the important role in understanding this concept in order to gain a better perspective of the art you study, or are interested in. We hope you enjoy. Also, be sure to us check out on Patreon to be entered into our monthly giveaway!

Feb 29, 202401:08:10
Navigating the Martial maze, season 4 opener

Navigating the Martial maze, season 4 opener

Konnichiwa! In this episode, we celebrate the beginning of season four with some special announcements about our Patreon page, along with the format of the season, which is a lot of questions and answers as we navigate the Martial Maze. We hope you enjoy..
Feb 14, 202401:15:51
413 Trainers                             William(Black Tornado)Chapman

413 Trainers William(Black Tornado)Chapman

Konnichiwa! In this episode we meet with. Teacher, trainer, pillar. William Black Tornado Chapman. Has many titles. He now adds one more. Producer. With 30 years martial arts experience. Student of the Professor Charles Youmans Chapman. He is the producer of a popular show on YouTube called, 413 Trainers. He recently sat down with Martial Maze to do an interview.
Feb 09, 202454:60
Talking Sambo with the USA Sambo Vice President Mikhail Kozitskiy

Talking Sambo with the USA Sambo Vice President Mikhail Kozitskiy

In this episode I have the distinct privilege of getting together with USA Sambo Vice President Mikhail Kozitskiy. Where we discuss, and explore the Russian martial art known as Sambo
Feb 09, 202450:43
The principles of Deflect and Redirect with special guest Hanshi Malik Shabazz

The principles of Deflect and Redirect with special guest Hanshi Malik Shabazz

Konnichiwa! In this episode, we have a conversation with Hanshi Malik Shabazz of the streetology Jutsu fighting system. Hanshi Malik Shabazz has 55 years of uninterrupted martial arts training. He holds a (9th Dan) Kumite Ryu JuJutusu. Go-Dan (5th Dan) ShotoKan Karate, he is also the creator of the Streetology Jutsu fighting system, as well as the Women's "Strike & Flight" self protection/self-defense system. He has been  featured in karate, illustrated magazine. in the 1980s Formally of New York City, but now resides in Atlanta, Georgia here to discuss with us  R.O.A.R. "Realistic-Offensive-Attack-Response. We hope you enjoy!

Jan 05, 202401:13:15
Trans. Male and female in the Martial Arts. Does it make a difference?

Trans. Male and female in the Martial Arts. Does it make a difference?

Konnichiwa! Profound statements, bring about profound thoughts. In this episode, we discuss the very controversial topic of Trans males, and females in the world of the Martial Arts as well as sports. Does it make a difference?

Dec 12, 202301:01:45
Brazilian jujitsu is a way of life. An interview with Gabriel Gonzaga

Brazilian jujitsu is a way of life. An interview with Gabriel Gonzaga

In this episode we get together with former UFC heavyweight and, Brazilian jujitsu gold medalist Gabriel Gonzaga.
Gabriel Gonzaga Santos Nogueira (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɡabɾiˈew ɡõˈzaɡɐ]; born 18 May 1979) is a Brazilian professional boxer and mixed martial artist, who competed in the Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He is perhaps best known for his upset head-kick knockout of Mirko Cro Cop at UFC 70, which earned him a heavyweight title shot. Gonzaga won a gold medal in the Ultra Heavyweight division at the 2006 Mundials, which is considered to be the top BJJ competition in the world.
Dec 03, 202359:41
Big props to the old school!!!

Big props to the old school!!!

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode we have a conversation, and take a walk down martial arts memory lane with Frank Bonanno Shihan of Dai Nan Wan- Ryu Ju-jitsu.

Bonanno Sensei begin his martial journey in 1975 in the martial art, known as Dai Nan Wan- Ryu Ju-jitsu  under O'Sensei Richard Lazarus since that time our guest has trained in the martial arts of Judo, Shoin Ryu Goshinho Jujitsu, Aikido, Bo-kendo, running fist kung fu. and  has firearms training. Notably Bonanno Sensei has Hosted numerous Judo tournaments as Director and referee, he instructed  for the Merrick PAL Judo program. And has Hosted Judo & Jujitsu Seminars. A Member of USJA, USA Judo, All Japan Seibukan Association & WWA.


Nov 19, 202301:08:53
Distance and Timing: Interview with The founder of Sen-I-Ryu Budo Kenneth Z Miarecki

Distance and Timing: Interview with The founder of Sen-I-Ryu Budo Kenneth Z Miarecki

What is the distance? What is timing? Welcome to the Martial maze. Our guest at this time is Kenneth Z Miarecki sensei. He is the founder of Sen-I-Ryu Budo(The indomitable spirit school). He holds a 10th Dan in Taiho Jitsu recognized by the United States Taiho Jitsu Federation. As well as the ITJF. He holds a 6th Dan in Okinawian Kempo Jitsu under Kenneth Melbourne Sensei. A senior student in Five Element Thai Chi under Winschel PC Woo. He holds a 3rd Dan in judo awarded by the United States Judo Association. Miarecki sensei was honored, and inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 1998 for, Master instructor of the year. 1999 Man of the year, and in 2001 Pioneer of the year. In February of 2002 he was awarded a citation by the Massachusetts house of representatives for his contributions to educating young people in the values of martial arts. But with all his accolades aside. I know him simply as the old man. Miarecki Sensei has been looking after me for well over 30 years not just in my Martial training. But as a father, mentor, and dearest friend. Encapsulating all that the Title of Sensei has come to mean to me. Through his tutelage he has help me come to the realization, and understanding that the practice of martial arts is not just something that begins, and ends in the dojo. It is a way of life......
Nov 06, 202354:05
“If I am not for myself, who will be for me?

“If I am not for myself, who will be for me?

“If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?” 

 Rabbi Hillel

konnichiwa! In this weeks episode, we discuss all the chaos that is going on in the world right now. With that being said, it is our hope that good may triumph over evil. But until that time. We should all take our Martial Arts training seriously...........

Oct 31, 202301:10:49
Body movement(Tai sabaki),and Balance. A discussion with Miyama Ryu Ju-Jitsu’s Luis Soto

Body movement(Tai sabaki),and Balance. A discussion with Miyama Ryu Ju-Jitsu’s Luis Soto

Konnichiwa! Welcome to the Martial Maze. In this episode we discuss, Body movement and Balance. Our guest for this episode is the owner, and operator of Worcester Martial Arts Academy. He hold a 6th degree black belt in Miyama Ryu Ju-Jitsu. A 4th degree black belt in Judo. A purple belt in Brazilian jujitsu. In 2010 USA Judo National Champion – Masters Division
A Women’s Self-Defense Tactics Instructors.
Police Defensive Tactics Instructors Our guest Luis Soto
Oct 17, 202349:02
So you think your martial arts system is the best?

So you think your martial arts system is the best?

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode, we get together with fellow martial artist Baba BlackHawk of the Tobutori No Kurai Jujitsu to discuss the bold claim. When one makes the statement "My Martial Arts system is the best!" Also, we continue to cover a deep dive into how our environment shapes our perceptions of combat. We hope you enjoy!
Oct 07, 202301:17:31
Does our culture dictate how we perceive violence? Catching up

Does our culture dictate how we perceive violence? Catching up

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode, we discuss does our culture dictate how we perceive violence? As well as catching up because it's been a while! Between filming and editing and the high holidays Barak Yalad Shidoshi, and Israel Lopez Sensei needed some time to just catch everyone up. We hope you enjoy






Sep 27, 202301:01:46
Context, Positioning, Fluid situational Intelligence. Byron Rodgers

Context, Positioning, Fluid situational Intelligence. Byron Rodgers

Micro dosing trauma. Avoid,avoid, evade. Staying left of bang.
Your perception dictates your performance. If you don’t know or understand these statements…..Then this is the episode for you! Byron Rodgers is a United States Marine Corps combat veteran turned private security professional. He has successfully conducted executive protection operations in 60+ countries and counting over the course of the last decade and has consistently worked every client demographic the private security industry has to offer. Byron is a published author of the book, “Finding Meaning After the Military” and a double psychology major with his Master’s in the Science of Psychology minoring in Forensic Psych from North Central University. As the CEO of Bravo Research Group, his mission is the same as it’s always been, “To give clients more than what they pay for and establish relationships that will last a lifetime.” He believes that through diligence, flexibility, communication and consistent learning there is no obstacle that he, his team and his clients cannot overcome in order to arrive at a formula that works perfectly and specifically for each and every one of them on an individual level. With the grittiness of an infantry Marine and the refinement of a corporate executive protection agent, Byron Rodgers brings a firmness, finesse and an intelligence to the industry that his clients, teammates and employees’ value as well as appreciate.
As a protector by nature as well as by trade he hosts a very large and influential private security podcast called, “Executive Protection Lifestyle” where the slogan is, “private security is more than just a job, it is a lifestyle.” On an individual level Byron dedicated his life to the private security industry finding a love and passion for his clients and what he does that is rare amongst professionals with in any vocation.


Sep 18, 202357:08
Understanding the DO(way) in Judo with former Olympian Dr. Rhadi Ferguson

Understanding the DO(way) in Judo with former Olympian Dr. Rhadi Ferguson

In this episode we traveled to Tampa Florida Judo to meet up with Dr. Rhadi Ferguson. Dr. Ferguson is a 2004 Olympian, author, speaker, and former mixed martial arts professional fighter He is an award winning judo coach. He is professionally called “The Intellectual Warrior” due to his academic approach as a strategist and tactician. In this episode we discuss the Way or commonly refer to as the DO
Sep 13, 202301:00:02
Shock & Awe. What do we know about speed? A conversation with the CEO of the Immersion Labs Mahipal Lunia Sensei
Sep 05, 202359:46
Managing your fear when dealing with an altercation
Aug 21, 202301:04:10
Martial, Arts in the educational system with special guest Restita DeJesus

Martial, Arts in the educational system with special guest Restita DeJesus

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode, we discuss the use of martial arts training in the educational system with a very special guest Restita DeJesus host of the Dynamic Dojo podcast, and talk radio show.

a little more on Sifu DeJesus

Restita DeJesus is a martial arts professional, training since 1978 and teaching since 1982. She is the owner of Seattle Wushu Center, a Tai Chi/Wushu/Filipino Martial Arts Academy.

Teacher certifications:

Certified Instructor, Wushu Certified Instructor, Taijiquan Certified Instructor, Qigong

Butokukan Karate- 2nd degree black belt

Doce Pares Eskrima- 5th Degree black belt

FMAA Filipino Arts - 6th degree black belt

Kajukenbo-Wun Hop Kuen Do Kung Fu (under Senior

Grandaster AI Dacascos) - 3rd degree black belt

Kajukenbo-Wun Hop Kuen Do-Chuan Fa Kung Fu (GrandmasterTerry Faircloth) - 8th degree black belt

Other certifications:

Kvudo- 1st degree black belt 2007

Began teaching in 1982.

Founded 'Inner Concepts Martial Arts" 1991: Provided instruction in Butokukan Karate

Co-Founded "Yin Yang Arts Center 1994: With business partner Sherril Johnson, provided instruction in Kajukenbo and Taiiquan ("Tai Chi")

Founded "Seattle Wushu Center 2007: Currently teaching

Kajukenbo, Wushu and Taijiquan (Tai Chi).

Radio Show Host." Dvnamic Doio TalkRadio" on

BlogTalkRadio. Com. Founder of Seika Network, radio channel that features shows about martial arts, health, and fitness.

2012

Other Training:

- Reiki, Master Level

Owner of Seika Healing Arts: Reiki treatment, meridian flush Qigong treatment, Tai Chi & Qigong instruction, developed

"Tai HealthWorks" coaching program.

- laido- Japanese swordsmanship

Aug 08, 202301:15:10
Big Judo versus Small Judo with special Guest Gary Goltz Sensei

Big Judo versus Small Judo with special Guest Gary Goltz Sensei

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode we get together with Gary Goltz sensei of Goltz Judo in Claremont, California to discuss small Judo(sport Judo) v Big Judo(Judo has a martial art) is there a difference? If there is, does it matter?
Gary Goltz Sensei is a past president of the Nanka Judo Yudanshakai (Southern California's Judo Black Belt Federation) as well as the United States Judo Association (USJA) where he also served as Chair of their Promotion Board, and was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2003. He's also a writer for Black Belt magazine. Goltz Sensei currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Hal Sharp Judo Teachers Foundation. Founder of Goltz Judo, and the Winter Nationals ©
Jul 23, 202301:15:53
Martial Arts grievances episode 24 with special Guest Shihan Glen Beck from the Deadly Art of Survival Magazine

Martial Arts grievances episode 24 with special Guest Shihan Glen Beck from the Deadly Art of Survival Magazine

Konnichiwa! The last of our three part series on Martial grievances. With special Guest Shihan Glen Beck from Warriors of the Velvet Rope podcast and Deadly Art of Survival Magazine.
Jul 10, 202301:05:47
Martial Arts grievances part two of three!!!

Martial Arts grievances part two of three!!!

Konnichiwa!! We are added again more martial grievances! Barak Yalad Shidoshi and Israel Lopez Sensei go deeper down the rabbit hole of Martial Arts grievances. We hope you enjoy.

Jul 03, 202301:05:45
Kung Fu stuntman! A brief interview with actor-director, Marital artist Sifu Robert Bobby Samuels

Kung Fu stuntman! A brief interview with actor-director, Marital artist Sifu Robert Bobby Samuels

Robert Samuels is an African American martial artist, actor, stunt coordinator and Action Director. Who we had the great privilege of interviewing at the Action Martial Arts Hall of Honor 20th anniversary in Atlantic City. Sifu Samuels, began his film career in 1990, and he is the first African American stuntman to be inducted into the Hong Kong Stuntman’s Association. He made his directorial debut with a film called "The Beast". Filmography: Made in China, Secret War, John Wick 3, Yes, Auntie. to name a few.
Jun 28, 202312:14
Martial arts grievances!!!!

Martial arts grievances!!!!

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode, we discuss the things that make us very very upset in the Martial community. That's right folks Martial grievances. We had a great time doing this episode. We look forward to doing a handful more. We are hoping to have some special guest on, and if you.... Yes! You one of our listeners want to have your Martial grievance read on the air please inbox us at www.martialmaze.com. We look forward to hearing from you and once again, thank you for listening.

Jun 16, 202301:08:28
Self protection self-defense is there a difference?

Self protection self-defense is there a difference?

In this episode we start off season 3 with a controversial subject. Self protection, and Self-defense are often referred to as the same thing. But they are not. Who better to explain, and explore this topic with but none other than the author of Insight 101 The way of Big Power. Randy B Haskins.
Jun 05, 202301:13:40
Were Ninjas/Shinobi's real or made up fiction? Debunking the ninja's did not exist myth.

Were Ninjas/Shinobi's real or made up fiction? Debunking the ninja's did not exist myth.

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode, we take a deep dive into The Pink Man's Original Spread of the Ninja Myth to separate the fact from fiction with the cohost of this podcast, Barak Yalad Shidoshi! And for those that are new to this podcast, Barak Yalad Shidoshi has over 23 years of experience in the martial arts known as Budo Tai-Jutsu, and Shinobi-Jutsu. A former student of Matoyoshi Nakayama Sensei(BudoTaijutsu/Shinobi-jutsu)he earned a third degree black belt and was awarded the title of Sensei. In 2000 Barak Yalad Shidoshi would also learn under the tutelage of Soke Hatsumi Masaaki ( Founder of Bujinkan Taijutsu Ninpo) earning a 5th degree black belt and awarded a Shidoshi Menkyo.
May 30, 202301:09:14
We Can Save Children an interview with Vincent Lyn

We Can Save Children an interview with Vincent Lyn

Vincent Lyn Has worn many hats. As a Martial artist, musician, humanitarian, and actor. He began his Martial journey at age 8. where he learned tai chi from his uncle. He has a 10th° Black slash in  Ling Gar Kung Fu. As a Grandmaster he has taught Martial art workshops over the world. As a professional actor He’s worked with the likes of Jackie Chan, Donnie Yen,  Eric Roberts, and Chris Penn, to name a few. Ask musician he’s an accomplished pianist our guest while living in New York city played Carnegie Hall.  His CD won 5-star reviews and was #12 for 8 weeks on the World Jazz Charts and received four nominations in the Grammy ballot. Recently recording"Just Imagine People United" It was released by @amadarecords hit debuted at number #3 & #4 On the Worldwide iTunes Charts! Amazon Music Charts Best Sellers #4 Submitted to Global Music Awards Vincent Lyn -Song Composer Melissa B. & Armand Hutton - Lyrics Melissa B. - Lead Vocal Vincent Lyn- Piano Irene Lima - Cello The Precious Choir Uganda - Backing Vocals The Precious Choir Uganda (committed to Edu-tainment) Vincent Lyn has been knighted. He is a huge advocate for Social Justice: Vincent Lynn is The founder of We Can Save Children a 501c3 nonprofit organization rooted in exactly what the name says - Saving Children. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGarUKezz7o https://www.wecansavechildren.org
May 19, 202354:36
Traditional training, or life experience? When the rubber meets the road

Traditional training, or life experience? When the rubber meets the road

Konnichiwa! And this weeks episode, we get together with Shihan Glen Beck from the Deadly Art of Survival Magazine to discuss the values of life experience over traditional Martial Arts training. Shihan Glen Beck is a professional, bodyguard, bouncer, martial artist, and published writer. This is definitely a must listen to episode! We hope you enjoy......
May 15, 202301:04:21
More than just a student?

More than just a student?

Konnichiwa! In this weeks episode we explore a Martial insight from Randy Haskins Sensei of the Underground Alliance Martial Science Research Association. "Time spent with Sensei, outside of a dojo is just as valuable, if not more valuable as the time spent inside the dojo." Which at the end of this episode, I was left with a question. Are you more than just a student? We hope you enjoy

May 09, 202301:07:19
The Ninja Master Stephen K. Hayes

The Ninja Master Stephen K. Hayes

Ninja Master, Marital arts, instructor, author, Buddhist priest. Some of the many titles used to describe Stephen K. Hayes. In the 1970s, Hayes traveled to Japan In June 1975, he met and began training under Tsunehisa Tanemura and then after Tanemura left Masaaki Hatsumi , who refers to himself as 34th Grandmaster of Togakure-ryū ninjutsu and is the founder of the Bujinkan (武神館) organization.
Hayes returned to the United States with his wife, Rumiko, in late 1980 when his Japan residency visa expired, and began teaching and authoring numerous books and magazine articles.
In 1985, he was entered into the Black Belt magazine's Hall of Fame as Instructor of the Year. He was again featured on the cover of Black Belt in the March 2007 issue. The magazine's opening editorial described him as "one of the 10 most influential living martial artists in the world". In 1993, Hayes was awarded the judan (tenth-degree black belt) in Togakure-ryū ninjutsu from Hatsumi.
In 1997, he founded the martial art of To-Shin Do, an art based in his experience of budō taijutsu.
In 2006, Hayes's name was removed from the display of active Bujinkan teachers, ending his official role within that organization. That his name plank was removed from the Bujinkan Honbu wall has been documented by both parties. However, the specifics regarding the motivation for the removal are in dispute. Some suggest Hayes was expelled from the organization. Hayes explains that he simply no longer participates as an active Bujinkan instructor. To-Shin Do is taught through his SKH (Stephen K. Hayes) Quest locations. The SKH Quest network now spans 31 schools across North America, Europe, Australia and Africa.
Hayes acted in the 1980 television miniseries Shogun and in 2004 was featured in the Discovery Channel documentary Unsolved History regarding ninja and their practices.
May 03, 202324:50
The Father of Modern Army Combatives Matt Larsen

The Father of Modern Army Combatives Matt Larsen

Matt Larsen, a career Army Ranger who is best known as a hand-to-hand combat expert and the father of the U.S. Army's Modern Army Combatives Program, served in the U.S. Marine Corps and the 75th Ranger Regiment during the course of a 22-year career in the military. Larsen founded the United States Army Combatives School and served as both its commandant and the Director of the Army Combatives program for more than a decade.

Larsen has worked as a private security contractor throughout the Middle East and Africa, including managing a security company in central and southern Africa; designed Combatives systems for the Canadian Special Operations Regiment; and, consulted on the design of Combatives training systems for the US Air Force, the British Royal Marines and the British Infantry, the Polish Diplomatic Security Corps, the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces and Presidential Guard and the Kuwait Police Special Forces. He is currently the Director of Combatives at the United States Military Academy at West Point.
May 03, 202301:15:03
Exploring the importance of Kata in Judo

Exploring the importance of Kata in Judo

In this weeks episode, we get together with the head coach of Keene YMCA, Judo Club Ken Durand to discuss the importance of Kata in Judo

Ken Durand hold a Shichiban(7th degree black belt)in Judo. He is the Head coach of Keene YMCA judo club. Founded in 1975. He continues to host two Judo tournaments per year since the 1970 He was a New Hampshire state champ in weight division as well as overall grand champion in all weight divisions. Durand Sensei, has also been a US National Masters bronze medalist, and a US National Kata Overall Grand Champion. He is the Vice chair of USJA Promotion Board, member of National Kata Committee, Certified A (National) level in eleven kata. President or member of New Hampshire Judo Board of Director from 1970’s to present. He's taught Judoka who are able bodied, young, older, blind, deaf blind, orthopedically and/or cognitively impaired. and also continues to conduct zoom judo sessions twice a week for three years attended by judoka from across the country. We hope you enjoy this episode..... Also, thanks for listening


May 01, 202301:08:26
 The Ballad of Harry Mok

The Ballad of Harry Mok

From chrysanthemums to Shotokan, to Kung Fu, and then movies stuntman man! Now an actor/director Harry Mok is a well-rounded martial artist. Harry Mok was born in San Jose, California and is of Chinese descent. He is a 9th degree Black Belt in Kajukembo and has studied the Chinese martial arts of Choy Lay Fut and Sil Lum Kung Fu, as well as Shotokan.
Harry Mok began his film career performing martial arts fight sequences in independent films. He has worked as a stuntman, actor, producer, director and writer.
Apr 28, 202320:43
The Way of the Winds

The Way of the Winds

The Way of the Winds is a comprehensive system of self defense which concepts comprise of Jujutsu/Taijutsu, (a Japanese term for “body skill” or “body art”). The techniques rely on the essence of body movements for unarmed defensive tactics – such as; joint locking and throws, evasive movements and striking patterns. Kubujutsu (traditional weaponry) is also included in this martial arts system of study.
The Chief Instructor at this location is GREGORY DUNCAN, who is a son of legendary martial arts pioneer, Professor Ronald Duncan Sr. Professor Duncan was the first martial artist to introduce Ninjutsu to the American martial arts community, and he is the founder of The Way of the Winds Martial Arts System. Gregory has been involved, and exposed to various disciplines of the martial studies since childhood, with over 40 years of experience,
Apr 28, 202314:22
An interview with Shihan Jean Phoenix and Shihan Shannah. Hall of Fame 2020 Atlantic City

An interview with Shihan Jean Phoenix and Shihan Shannah. Hall of Fame 2020 Atlantic City

Shidoshi Jean Francois “Phoenix” Le Grand is the Founder & Creator of Lost Legacy Systems Traditional Mixed Martial Arts and all systems within it.  Founded in 1998, Lost Legacy Systems is an eclectic system of Martial Art Styles; consisting of elements and concepts from Chinese, Japanese, Korean, African, American and Thai Martial Arts.  Specifically, different forms of Chinese Kung Fu; Japanese Karate, Jiu Jutsu, Ninpo/Ninjustsu and Kobū-jutsu, African Montu Arts and Martial Sciences and Korean Tae Kwon Do. His fusion of five ways of fighting – hands, feet, throwing, grappling and weaponry form into one effective, extreme and innovative Martial Arts system of combat. Lost Legacy Systems consists of: Lost Legacy Traditional Mixed Martial Arts, Lost Legacy Kung Fu, Lost Legacy MMA, Lost Legacy AfraKata and Lost Legacy S.T.E.A.L.T.H. Kage Ninpo Ryu. SHIHAN SHANNAH ROBIN Shihan (Master Instructor/ Teacher of Teachers) Shannah Robin was born in the Commonwealth of Dominica and began training in Martial Arts at the age of 11. His love and passion for all elements of Martial Arts evolved into a prolific career, with him becoming an instructor, then becoming a Sensei (Teacher), followed by the creation of his own Martial Arts fighting system, the establishment of his own academy, and eventually obtaining the rank of Shihan. Shihan Robin currently holds a 6th Degree Black Belt, the highest level attained by Dominican. He is also the first Domincan to create his own martial arts style, and the youngest Dominican to receive the Services Medal of Honour Award for his outstanding contributions ton his cvountry in working with youth through martial arts. He holds a gold medal in the 2005 Commonwealth Amateur Boxing tournament, He won the World Championship for Demo Team at the Purple Dragon Karate Championship in 2010, and was inducted into the Caribbean Martial Arts Hall of Fame for Sensei of Year that same year. He is the first Martial Artist from the Caribbean to compete and win in a demonstration at the Shaolin Temple. He was traveled throughout the Caribbean and wider world honing his skills, including in the Americas, Europe & Asia. Most recently he underwent a 6 month training course at the Henan University of Technology in China where he trained along with 19 other Martial Artist from around the globe in various techniques. Robin, despite being the oldest in the class emerged 1st in all categories. He also trained at the Shaolin Academy where he learned the art of Tai Chi, and performed demonstrations with the resident monks. Shihan Robin leads by example with integrity, self-respect, and self determination, combined with the practice of living a healthy lifestyle and building a strong body, mind and spirit. He is well respected within the international Martial Arts community
Apr 28, 202321:01
" My pathway, Jita-Kyoei " a glimpse into the mind of the USA World Judo team coach

" My pathway, Jita-Kyoei " a glimpse into the mind of the USA World Judo team coach

His name is Serge Bouyssou He is the owner of Mayo Quanchi Judo & Wrestling. He is also the coach for the world Judo team representing USA. When asked about his accolades Sensei Bouyssou humbly responded with " we don't talk, we do"
Apr 28, 202318:53
The way of modern stealth Shinobi-Jutsu. Interview with Judan Ali Abdul Karim

The way of modern stealth Shinobi-Jutsu. Interview with Judan Ali Abdul Karim


Master Ali Abdul Karim studied Shinobi-no-jitsu (Ninjitsu) from world famous and noted Grand Master Ronald Duncan since 1969. As fate would have it, Master Karim’s older brother Richard started him off in the martial arts in 1967 and later Master Karim went on to study Shotokan Karate from some of his local friends. Richard Lewis (brother of Master Karim) wanted him to take some formal classes. Master Karim used to watch Grand Master Duncan’s classes from the window at the Dojo at 519 Court St. near his home. Richard was going to take his younger brother to study with Grandmaster Ron Van Cliff and to their surprise the dojo was closed. Master Karim’s dream came true. Richard took Master Karim down the dojo on Court St. where he would begin his long journey on the warrior’s path. Master Karim spent a lifetime pursuing perfection in field of self defense and personal security. Through his study of Asian Martial Arts and Western Combat training, he later founded the Star and Crescent School of Essential Knowledge, along with his student, Brother Daud Jalaladin in 1974. Master Karim is the director and the head The Star and Crescent Martial Arts Federation of with schools along the East Coast. Star and Crescent is associated with and is a part of the Way of the Winds Federation that is supervised by Grand Master Ronald Duncan.

Ninjitsu is the ancient Japanese martial art involving security, surveillance, and commando warfare. Some of the arts that Master Karim has studied is Aikijutsu, Kempo Jutsu, Hakko Ryu Jujutsu, Kenjutsu, Aikido under Prof. Luqman Hakeem, aspects of Shiao Lin Chin Na, Fu Jiao Pau, Pa Qua Kung Fu, Eagle Claw, White Eyebrow Kung Fu, Tai chi quan, Shiao Lin Chi Gung, Wing Chung Kung Fu, and the Monkey Style to name only a few. It only seemed natural for Master Karim to pursue the modern Western approach to balance his training. Master Karim is an expert in SWAT team operations, pistol disarmament, and special reaction security. In 1982, the Military Police Corps unit of the U.S. Army at Fort Dix, NJ awarded him a certificate of appreciation in recognition of his outstanding performance as a primary instructor for the National Association of Tactical Teams (NATT), a special reaction team for combat. Master Kareem earned a certificate of achievement for the completion of the Advanced Urban Assault Rappel course, and Advanced Elevated Urban Operations course. Master Karim is a Licensed Private Investigator and is a CEO of his own Security firm.

With his training in personal self defense, security, and combat training, Master Karim is requested to teach seminars across the Eastern Seaboard and in the Caribbean. Master Karim has also helped to organize an educational plan for youths and adults about personal protection, self defense, and conflict resolution in the community. He is currently teaching the martial arts in Brooklyn, NY, and is truly a pillar in his community.
Apr 28, 202357:14
Let's Change the Martial Arts World a Conversation with DAOS owner and publisher Nathan Ingram Shidoshi

Let's Change the Martial Arts World a Conversation with DAOS owner and publisher Nathan Ingram Shidoshi

Let's change the Martial arts world! We can do better. We can be better and should be better.......

In this weeks episode we have a conversation with the Deadly Art of Survival, magazine, owner, and publisher Nathan Ingram Shidoshi

Shidoshi Nathan Ingram is the founder and Chief Instructor of the Deadly Art of Survival Karate System. He has been training and teaching martial arts for over 40-years. Shidoshi also is a 16 time Bare Knuckle Champion way before Ultimate Fighting was recognized.
Shidoshi began his training in 1968 under the instruction of Sensei Angel Crespo in the Shotokan System of Karate, and at the same time, White Crane Kung Fu with Si Fu Peter Chan. He then went on to study Shotokan with Shihan Hector Martinez as well as Goju Karate with Sensei Tim Yearwood. As a young man growing up in Lower East Side, Shidoshi studied different Kung Fu styles including: Northern Preying Mantis and Loong Fu Pai, just to name a few.
Early in his career as a Martial Artist, Shidoshi won many bare knuckle championships including, 1976 America Karate Championship, East Coast Karate Kung Fu Championship and the all Black Belt Fighter of the Year in 1976. On November 26, 1981 Shidoshi was given the highest citizens award in the city by Mayor Edward Koch for single handedly stopping a bank robbery. He also obtained international recognition when he was named the New Yorker of the Week by New York One News. Recently inducted in the Karate Hall of Fame, he was also featured in Fit Magazine for his dedication to his Rape Prevention Program. It is considered rare for a Martial Artist to be featured in a magazine other than a Karate Magazine.
Shidoshi has worked in his community for many years and has taught and trained over 10,000 students. He has produced over 50 champions and his students have won over one thousand awards. Shidoshi has been given many awards and honors for his dedication to his community. He has been featured in many newspapers, has made several television appearances and has participated in OVER 700 demonstrations. He is also known as one of the best – conditioned Martial Artist in the country, and has won awards for his physique and conditioning. Shidoshi is a Red Belt 10 Dan and currently the highest ranking martial artist in Chinatown NYC


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Apr 17, 202301:03:16
How long does it take to learn a technique? plus we begin our speaker series with the great Sifu Alan Goldberg

How long does it take to learn a technique? plus we begin our speaker series with the great Sifu Alan Goldberg

Konnichiwa, in this weeks episode we discuss how long does it take for one to learn a technique. Also, we are very excited to begin our speaker series, and who better to begin with? Well..... He is sometimes refer to in the Martial universe as the "Godfather of the martial arts". The founder, producer, and director of the biggest martial arts mega weekend event in the world with 59 years of martial arts study under his belt. Our guest is none other than Sifu Alen Goldberg! We hope you enjoy!!



Note: due to recording difficulties, we were forced to use the audio recorded from zoom........ A mistake we will not make again


~ I Lopez~

Apr 10, 202301:06:06
Are you a customer or a student?

Are you a customer or a student?

In this weeks episode, we discuss the very controversial topic Is someone who practices, and studies Martial Arts in a commercial setting a student or a customer? I've gotta tell you folks, there were times in this debate where we did not agree. This is definitely must listen to episode. We hope you enjoy.


For a point of reference, this is the original Budo Intuition that sparked the debate:

Budo Intuition: Are you a customer or a student? The real student of martial arts follows the teacher and has faith in the process, even when he or she doesn’t quite understand, the whole point is you are here to learn something you don't know, if you already know why are you here to begin with? The customer of martial arts behaves like they are making a purchase, as with any commodity, and may even try to direct the teacher. This is not Burger King have it your way, when you're a part of an accredited institution you don't go to the professor and say this is what I want to learn and how I want to learn it , that will be a quick way for you to either fail the class or get kicked out. Regardless of what they get, with this attitude, they leave empty-handed.This doesn’t mean that the student should follow blindly. Study and do some research about the system you want to get involved in so you can have some kind of idea of what to expect. Advanced students should be a good indicator to see how good the teacher is. Question is, can you judge yet? You only can interpret based on your current level of experience, so this too is difficult to do. Are you looking only at “technique”? Or can you see an overall demeanor? What is their attitude towards fighting and violence? Is it ego driven or truly self defense?The teacher establishes a Dojo or “Place of Enlightenment / Awakening / Self-Realization”) for the students to have a place to learn and practice the arts. This place is designed to exist for students to work on themselves on every level and to get as much as they possibly can from the environment and the practice.The existence of this place is made possible by the students and for the students. It is not a YMCA. It’s not a gym or a club. It is a place to learn the skills that helps them to find their true selves. And the goal is for everyone to gain as much as they possibly can from their practice.Accepting students in Springfield Massachusetts DM me for inquiries

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Barak Sensei


Apr 03, 202301:05:49
Common Martial Arts injuries

Common Martial Arts injuries

Konnichiwa!!! In this weeks episode, we discuss common martial arts, injuries, along with some personal stories! We we also discuss what principles the martial art/sport of Judo is trying to teach. Definitely a must listen to episode, so we hope you enjoy!

Mar 27, 202301:07:30
Faith and spirituality in the Martial Arts

Faith and spirituality in the Martial Arts

In this weeks episode Barak Yalad Shidoshi, and myself discuss the rather controversial topic of faith and spirituality in the Martial Arts. We found ourselves asking the question does it still have a place in today's martial art systems? This is definitely an episode worth listening to. We hope you enjoy

Mar 19, 202301:09:20
Martial Maze trailer

Martial Maze trailer

Konnichiwa! I am Israel Lopez, Sensei of the Martial maze. You might be asking yourself what is the Martial maze? Well, I’m here to tell you, The Martial maze is a martial arts podcast that discuss the complexities, and pitfalls that one may encounter when navigating the study and practice of martial arts. These discussions are from the points of view from actual martial artist. And we cover it all! With the occasional special guest, masters of their fields of study. From the president of the United States Judo Association to Karate, and Kung fu royalty. With a combined over 40+years of Martial arts study join Barak Yalad Shidoshi and myself, Israel Lopez, Sensei, as we make our way through the Martial Maze. New episodes drop weekly. Wherever you listen to favorite Podcasts. We hope you come join us
Mar 19, 202301:06
Health and wellness with our special guest, SiDaGoo Dr. Odette Russell

Health and wellness with our special guest, SiDaGoo Dr. Odette Russell

In this weeks episode, we get together to talk about health and wellness with legendary, martial artist the Queen of SWAM, and founder of Sister, Warriors Against Madness SiDaGoo Dr. Odette Russell
Dr. Odette Russell, also known as SiDaGoo is the wife of Sijo Abdul Mutakabbir. She is a ‘Grandmaster’ and founder of the women’s division of SWAM. SiDaGoo has many accomplishments entitled to her name. Receiving a Ph.D. in Health Psychology in 2018, being promoted to 9th Degree Black Belt titled ‘Grandmaster’ and earning ‘Designated Inheritor’ to the SWAM Martial Arts Academy in 2019 are some of the prominent ones. Although her martial arts journey officially started in 1971, where she trained for one year in the Ji Do Kwon Tae Kwon Do system, it wasn’t until she started training under her husband in 1980 that she considered herself a true martial artist. By 1998, she formed her own female division of SWAM, Sister Warriors Against Madness. Along with thousands of hours of training time (over 40 years), she has also participated in semi-contact karate tournaments (katas and kumite division; 75% of her wins were in 1st place) for almost a decade (80s-90s), operated successful dojos for two decades, and taught hundreds of individuals for over 30 years (primarily females from 1998 where she produced her own black belts). SiDaGoo has the respect from the martial arts community as she has received multiple awards and has been featured in multiple martial arts’ books and magazines. She also sits on the advisory council of ‘The World Headmasters Sokeship Council”, a martial arts organization benched by senior martial artists from around the world.

We hope you enjoy!!
Feb 28, 202301:10:53
The African-American influence, and experience in the Martial Arts.

The African-American influence, and experience in the Martial Arts.

In today's episode, in lieu of, Black History Month we discuss the African-American influences and experiences in the Martial Arts. Will give a little nod to New York Times, writer, Nicole Hannah Jones, and her 1619 project. We hope you enjoy this episode. And thank you for listening

Feb 20, 202301:10:51
The Hobbyist

The Hobbyist

In this episode Barak Yalad Shidoshi and myself discuss what it is to be a hobbyist in the Martial Arts universe. We hope you enjoy keep listening folks there's definitely more to come as this becomes a weekly thing!!
Feb 05, 202332:02
The hybrid martial art the original MMA

The hybrid martial art the original MMA

In this episode Barak Yalad shidoshi and myself discuss the original MMA schools. and Hybrid martial arts . When is it a proper time to leave one school and train at another? At what rank? where there are times we agree there are other times we disagree. so you definitely don't want to miss this episode.
Feb 05, 202359:17
The importance of reaching out to your peers in the Martial Arts

The importance of reaching out to your peers in the Martial Arts

Konnichiwa! Ladies and gentlemen Barak Yalad Shidoshi is back! And in good health! In today's episode, we discuss the importance of reaching out to our peers in the Martial Arts community, along with some controversial, and touching subject matter. We hope you enjoy!

Feb 04, 202301:04:14
Getting out of your comfort zone!

Getting out of your comfort zone!

In this episode, we discuss getting out of our comfort zone. Also as a bonus recently recovered lost episodes from Action Magazines Mega weekend at the Tropicana hotel casino in Atlantic City, 2020. This event is the biggest martial arts event of its kind and it happens every year. We weren't there this year, unfortunately, however we were excited to find what we thought was lost audio of recordings of Professor Grandmaster David Fury, Kevin Bergquist, in a surprise interview! We hope you enjoy!

Jan 28, 202301:15:54