Tiga Tactics Podcast

Conrad Bui recently returned from his trip to China where he took a whirlwind tour of all the martial arts legendary locations.  Evan asks him questions about his visit to the Shaolin Temple, Wudan and Chen Village (the birth of Tai Chi).   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in person with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training/courses/maryland2026  Dr. Conrad at Rocky Mountain Thunder: https://tigatactics.com/seminars/  Urban Warlord Program: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/fighting1/urban-warlord    Additional Training Resources:      Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29       BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Sensei Scott Sobel with a background in Silat, Aikido, Kempo Karate and Jiu Jitsu joins Evan and Conrad to talk about his background in martial arts!   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in person with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training/courses/maryland2026  Dr. Conrad at Rocky Mountain Thunder: https://tigatactics.com/seminars/  Modern Ninja Webinar: https://philelmore.us/ninja/  Urban Warlord Program: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/fighting1/urban-warlord  FMA Discussions episode with Evan Perperis: https://youtu.be/I2lREx25wA0?si=94HIrmuvLb5itIe-  Martial Meh Podcast with Evan Perperis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naJcloyQIus    Additional Training Resources:      Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29       BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Evan interviews Dr. Conrad Bui about the two years he spent bouncing at a bar, what he learned about real world conflict and his "plan" for dealing with unruly patrons.  Plus, a whole lot more in this trip down memory lane episode.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in Maryland with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training/courses/maryland2026  Dr. Conrad at Rocky Mountain Thunder: https://tigatactics.com/seminars/  Free Webinar with Phil Elmore on Real World Attacks: https://youtu.be/dFl8vSm3Exk?si=aN6-dOi4RTUADjT3  Urban Warlord Program: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/fighting1/urban-warlord  FMA Discussions episode with Evan Perperis: https://youtu.be/I2lREx25wA0?si=94HIrmuvLb5itIe-  Martial Meh Podcast with Evan Perperis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naJcloyQIus    Additional Training Resources:      Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29       BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Holder of black belts in 9x different styles Conrad Bui and retired Special Forces operator with half a dozen instructor or black belt equivalent certifications Evan Perperis talk about belts and ranks.  What are the pros/cons? Should belt tests charge? What is their history? Are the names for instructors appropriate?     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in Maryland with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training/courses/maryland2026  Dr. Conrad at Rocky Mountain Thunder: https://tigatactics.com/seminars/  Free Webinar with Phil Elmore on Real World Attacks: https://youtu.be/dFl8vSm3Exk?si=aN6-dOi4RTUADjT3  Urban Warlord Program: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/fighting1/urban-warlord  FMA Discussions episode with Evan Perperis: https://youtu.be/I2lREx25wA0?si=94HIrmuvLb5itIe-  Martial Meh Podcast with Evan Perperis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naJcloyQIus    Additional Training Resources:      Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29       BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick and Evan deep dive into their backgrounds on Kenpo Karate, both Patrick and Evan's first black belts from different branches.  Pros, cons, things they learned, if the system still holds up today and much more in this Patrick focused episode.    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in Maryland with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training/courses/maryland2026  Dr. Conrad at Rocky Mountain Thunder: https://tigatactics.com/seminars/  Free Webinar with Phil Elmore on Real World Attacks: https://youtu.be/dFl8vSm3Exk?si=aN6-dOi4RTUADjT3  Urban Warlord Program: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/fighting1/urban-warlord  Fruit Knife Webinar Details: http://philelmore.us/fruitknife/    Additional Training Resources:      Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29       BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Evan and Conrad talk about their recent trip to train Knife Control Concepts with Aaron Jenetti and Eli Knight.  Pros/Cons, experiences and who this course is good for in this quick episode.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Train in Maryland with Tiga Tactics: https://www.tigatactics.training/courses/maryland2026  Dr. Conrad at Rocky Mountain Thunder: https://tigatactics.com/seminars/  Free Webinar with Phil Elmore on Real World Attacks: https://youtu.be/dFl8vSm3Exk?si=aN6-dOi4RTUADjT3  Urban Warlord Program: https://teamstrengthspeed.com/fighting1/urban-warlord  Fruit Knife Webinar Details: http://philelmore.us/fruitknife/    Additional Training Resources:      Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29       BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Is bad training better than no training?  Conrad, Patrick and Evan discuss the topic which has a lot more depth than you might expect.  What goal are we focused on?  Will bad training prevent the attack from even occurring?  Who has the data to prove this correct?  An interesting episode for sure and we would love to hear your thoughts.  Comment on the post/YouTube/podcast.     Book of Eli Webinar Details and Signup: https://philelmore.us/bookofeli/  Follow Vanguard Wall Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thevanguardwall  Evan on the Vanguard Wall Podcast: https://youtu.be/epkFkJN826k?si=Y27BJrpoq2hQguzW       Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29       BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Enter Tiga Tactics as Patrick, Evan and Conrad discusses some of the history of Bruce Lee, his way and Jeet Kune Do (JKD) in this deep dive into Bruce Lee's art.  Learn about the history, Bruce's fists of fury, connections with other media some of the controversy and more in this game of death.   Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29  Goal Setting Webinar: https://www.tigatactics.training/products/live_events/goalsetting?ref=6bea29  Follow Vanguard Wall Podcast: https://www.thevanguardwall.com/    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Join US Concealed Carry Association     Shop Anesti LLC apparel    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick is back! All three co-hosts discuss plans for Tiga Tactics in the future including the inclusion of practitioner ranks and the instructor courses.  It's time to start setting goals and advancing, this episode helps you lay out your plan forward!   Instructor Bundle: https://www.tigatactics.training/bundles/instructor?ref=6bea29  Goal Setting Webinar: https://www.tigatactics.training/products/live_events/goalsetting?ref=6bea29  Pop Knife Webinar: https://philelmore.us/popknife/    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Conrad and Evan just on for what was supposed to be a quick episode and deep dive into some recent seminars.  This includes Aaron Janneti of Knife Control Concepts (Wreck the Neck seminar), Guardians of the Bay SWAT exercise, USCCA House of Worship seminar and a quick rundown from Close Range is the Only Range webinar.  Plus, two sneak peaks at webinars coming soon:  Tiga Tactics Goal Setting and Pop Knife Webinar.   Goal Setting Webinar: https://www.tigatactics.training/products/live_events/goalsetting?ref=6bea29  Pop Knife Webinar: https://philelmore.us/popknife/    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources and Links:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Conrad Bui and Evan Perperis discuss Evan's recent trip to Medusa-Western Piper Methods World Camp.  Not only sharing the experience but a little more on Western Piper Methods (which Evan wrote the book for for Level I and Level II (publishing in Winter 2025)).  WPM book's available through Strength & Speed Website: www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com   Check out Dean Franco's FMA Discussion on YouTube.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

In this Veteran's Day special episode Dr. Conrad Bui and retired Special Forces Soldier Evan Perperis discuss a story of an apartment shootout in Iraq.  Lessons about preparedness, learning from your mistakes, appropriate use of tactical flashlights, luck vs. skill, how mindset/skillset/toolset play a role and more in this episode dense with information.  Evan shares his experiences and Conrad expertly pulls out lessons learned that can be applied to personal self-protection as a civilian. Phil Elmore & Evan Perperis Close Range Webinar Sign Up: https://philelmore.us/closerange/  Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Flashlight Fighting Online Course       Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Favorite Brands:       TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Tiga Tactics Toolset Training Tour kicked off in Fullerton, California at Rounders MMA.  A packed house of instructors and students to start off the seminar focus for 2025-2026. Listen to find out why you need to show up and some of the insane guests that make an appearance including someone from the iconic Matrix Reloaded highway chase scene.       Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training Brands Mentioned:      Dynamis Alliance: https://www.CrushEverything.com        TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

What happens if you have to fight some of the classic horror icons of the 80s and 90s?  Patrick, Conrad and Evan take on Michael Myers, Leatherface, Jason, Freddy, Predator, Xenomorph, Pinhead and more in this fun look at using real world tactics against our favorite horror characters.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training Brands Mentioned:      Dynamis Alliance: https://www.CrushEverything.com        TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

A quick solo episode from Evan discussing "Why he chose Tiga Tactics" as the primary brand he represents when there are so many other options.  Evan discusses inputs, solutions and why you may want to stick around.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Dr. Conrad Bui and Evan Perperis discuss navigating social media as martial artists including dealing with hate, criticism, interacting with others and more... Will they stay "Kind by Choice" or let the negative vibes get to them...   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is sometimes viewed as the ultimate martial art after the results of the first several Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFCs).  Conrad, Patrick and Evan discuss the topic after exploring the wider world of martial arts including reality based systems, bladed systems, firearms, striking arts and more.  Their cumulative 16+ black belt or instructor level certifications, as well as all of them actively training BJJ (including Conrad being a black belt in BJJ) brings an interesting perspective.    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

In this fun episode, we let Google fill in the question "Can Martial Artists..." Evan, Patrick and Conrad take a look at flying, fighting, brick breaking and more.  Plus, the group shares some secrets on how it looks like some have super human abilities.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman15       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Dr. Conrad Bui talks with Special Forces veteran who is also a Master Modern Army Combatives Program instructor on what his experience was like at a recent World War II Combatives seminar.  The two talk about what was learned, how it relates to MACP (modern combatives) and if it is worth your time.    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Conrad and Evan talk about pro tips for attending seminars.  The two share things you can do before, during and after to maximize your ability to retain new material.  Plus, they share some opinions on why you may not want to and even what type of seminars are available for martial artists.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman       Thai Battle Boxing: https://www.thaibattleboxing.com/    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Evan recently attended Shivworks Edged Weapons Overview.  Both Patrick and Conrad have heard great things but haven't been so they ask Evan his thoughts on the course, if it fits into Tiga Tactics methodology, their method of pressure testing and more.     Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick, Conrad and Evan talk Everyday Carry (EDC) kits and what they carry around town.  It all started after sharing this joke (click here).  Take a listen to see what you carry, what you may want to change and to see if you are going overboard.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Remnant Alliance Beard Comb      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training      TenetCo Knives      Save 15% from Takedown Sportswear with code: ultraocrman    Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

How can we have a martial arts podcast without talking about one of the most popular martial artists from 80s culture...the ninja!  Patrick shares some details from his trip to Japan including The Ninja Experience and Evan talks modern Ninjutsu and Conrad shares some of his favorite ninja movies.  Don your all black outfits and grab your swords, you don't want to miss this episode.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Evan's latest book, The Combatives Blueprint (NOW IN STOCK!) just released and the Tiga Tactics crew dives into the book.  Patrick, Conrad and Evan talk about what's in the book including 8 ranges of combat, fitness, spirituality, martial arts myths, nutrition and more.  Whether you are an experienced martial artist with multiple black belts or a beginner trying to find a path, you'll learn a lot in this 290+ page book.  Pick up your copy today with forward by Dr. Conrad Bui!   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

NOW WITH FULL EPISODE!!!  This is a re-upload of a podcast that had some audio issues. Patrick Vuong and Evan Perperis deep dive into fixed blade recommendations, but first a quick recap of the Runner's Self Defense Webinar and Evan's recent trip to Kuwait.  Don't forget to check the links down below to lots of the knives mentioned on today's episode.   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Knife Links: Designer ($201+): Dynamis Alliance: https://crusheverything.com/collection/gear/blades/ Spartan Blades: https://spartanbladesusa.com/categories/fixed-blade-knives.html Benchmade Adamus: https://amzn.to/4h124SR Bastenelli Foreigner: https://www.bastinelliknives.com/online-store/Foreigner-Black-Pvd-p558153806 Expensive ($120-200): Benchmade SOCP Dagger: https://www.benchmade.com/products/176bk Benchmade SOCP Dagger Trainer: https://amzn.to/4h2IjKS Benchmade SOCP Emergency Tool: https://www.benchmade.com/products/179gry SOG Pillar: https://amzn.to/4ki68B9 Benchmade Nimravus: Ebay Spartan Blade Harsey Nessmuk: https://amzn.to/4kirtud Moderate ($41-119): Gerber Strongarm: https://amzn.to/4bjqupv Cold Steel Razor Tek: https://amzn.to/4igJvLx CRKT Ramadi: https://amzn.to/3QGiLIM SOG SEAL Pup: https://amzn.to/4h58b8X Boker Knives: https://www.bokerusa.com/fixed-blade-knives Lower (less than $40): Imitation SOCP Dagger: https://amzn.to/41MFh9f Gerber EXO-MOD: https://amzn.to/43djgkX CRKT Minimalist Katana: https://amzn.to/3EVPnvs Mini-CRKT Minimalist: https://amzn.to/3XmIJEE Cold Steel SRK: https://amzn.to/4h616Vk Kizer: https://www.kizerknives.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoobBYS41uCthnnUgLuCYJp-TI_U4JFhqPXMloT6BkaOWB2ZM_9S MoraKniv: https://ucogear.com/collections/morakniv Kizer Knives: https://www.kizerknives.com/   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Stay Alert, Stay Humble, Stay Kind.  The Tiga Tactics crew deep dives into one of their most popular slogans talking about the Defensive Mindset to keep you safe.  Join Conrad, Patrick and Evan as they share some of their thoughts on what may be the best self-protection advice there is.    Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Additional Training Resources:      Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule      Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home      BOOK: The Combatives Blueprint      BOOK: Tiga Tactics' Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must      Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Dr. Conrad Bui talks Ba Gua Zhang and internal martial arts on this episode with Evan Perperis.  What is the difference between Ba Gua and other internal martial arts?  What even is an internal martial art? Are there ranks? How many forms? How long does it take to master and more in this deep dive into the art of Ba Gua Zhang.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   EDC Knife Online Knife Course (take any time) Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick Vuong and Evan Perperis deep dive into Martial Blade Concepts (MBC).  The two share their thoughts on pros, cons, their experience in the system and if it is something you should sin up for.   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   EDC Knife Online Knife Course (take any time) Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Martial Blade Concepts Link: https://www.martialbladeconcepts.com/   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

We are a couple of months into 2025 and hopefully your goals haven't been knocked off the rails due to injury.  If they have though, we have you covered.  Patrick, Conrad and Evan discuss some of their injuries, how they have overcome them, prehab tips, rehab tips and how the Pyramid of Personal protection fits into training. (If episode is under 40 min, delete and re download to get the full episode, minor issue with the initial upload.)   Today's episode brought to you by Vulpes Training products, check out their full lineup of products at: https://www.vulpestraining.com/   Article about Mental Health and Training by SFC Fender, 1 ID Combatives Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick Vuong and Evan Perperis deep dive into fixed blade recommendations, but first a quick recap of the Runner's Self Defense Webinar and Evan's recent trip to Kuwait.  Don't forget to check the links down below to lots of the knives mentioned on today's episode.   Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Knife Links: Designer ($201+): Dynamis Alliance: https://crusheverything.com/collection/gear/blades/ Spartan Blades: https://spartanbladesusa.com/categories/fixed-blade-knives.html Benchmade Adamus: https://amzn.to/4h124SR Bastenelli Foreigner: https://www.bastinelliknives.com/online-store/Foreigner-Black-Pvd-p558153806 Expensive ($120-200): Benchmade SOCP Dagger: https://www.benchmade.com/products/176bk Benchmade SOCP Dagger Trainer: https://amzn.to/4h2IjKS Benchmade SOCP Emergency Tool: https://www.benchmade.com/products/179gry SOG Pillar: https://amzn.to/4ki68B9 Benchmade Nimravus: Ebay Spartan Blade Harsey Nessmuk: https://amzn.to/4kirtud Moderate ($41-119): Gerber Strongarm: https://amzn.to/4bjqupv Cold Steel Razor Tek: https://amzn.to/4igJvLx CRKT Ramadi: https://amzn.to/3QGiLIM SOG SEAL Pup: https://amzn.to/4h58b8X Boker Knives: https://www.bokerusa.com/fixed-blade-knives Lower (less than $40): Imitation SOCP Dagger: https://amzn.to/41MFh9f Gerber EXO-MOD: https://amzn.to/43djgkX CRKT Minimalist Katana: https://amzn.to/3EVPnvs Mini-CRKT Minimalist: https://amzn.to/3XmIJEE Cold Steel SRK: https://amzn.to/4h616Vk Kizer: https://www.kizerknives.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoobBYS41uCthnnUgLuCYJp-TI_U4JFhqPXMloT6BkaOWB2ZM_9S MoraKniv: https://ucogear.com/collections/morakniv Kizer Knives: https://www.kizerknives.com/   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick, Conrad and Evan discuss pacifism and martial arts.  Can you be both or do you have to choose one?  As is the case with most questions, the answer is not so clear and the three deep dive the topic in today's episode.   Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Runner's Self Defense Webinar Info and Sign Up BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com  

Dr. Conrad and Evan talk about a niche bladed system called Medusa Edged Weapon System.  The system, developed by Michael and Seth Raymond, utilizes techniques from prisoners and criminals as a method of self-defense.  Enjoy this quick episode and don't forget to check out Tiga Tactics upcoming events.   Tiga Tactics Seminar and Webinar Schedule Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Runner's Self Defense Webinar Info and Sign Up BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Welcome to Season 2!!! With the new year we know people often have weight loss related goals.  Touching on some diet and nutrition tips, Conrad, Patrick and Evan talk about how they maintain lean physiques in a martial world of those "storing their chi in their stomach."    Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home FEB 23: Webinar Early Preview and Sign Up BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training     Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Conrad, Patrick and Evan talk goal setting for 2025 and beyond.  The trio provide actionable advice that not only works for New Years resolutions but for anytime you want to strive to achieve a big goal.    50% off any Tiga Tacitcs online course with code: podcaster50 50% off code expires Jan 1, 2025 EDC Pen Course BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Some additional brands suggested online training: Pekiti University https://www.pekiti.university/ Tricom: https://www.tricomtraining.com/ Martial Blade Concepts https://www.martialbladeconcepts.com/ Some of the physical products suggested in this episode: SIRT Pistol Tactical Pen: Atomic Bear Rebel Tiga Tactics Merch Everyman Twist Pen BOB Versys Heavy Bag BOB Arms for Century BOB Punching Bag Reflex Ball Suggested Books: The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker  When Violence is the Answer by Tim Larkin Facing Violence by Rory Miller Tao of Jeet Kune Do The Sponsored Athlete by Evan Perperis Keep Rolling by Jon Jordan Suggested Magazines: OffGrid Magazine Example: Own the Night Black Belt Magazine Example: Gracie Combatives   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick Vuong and Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis talk about what to buy the martial artist in your life for the holidays and/or things you may want to add to your list.  They break the list down not only by price but by Tiga Tactic's Pyramid of Personal Protection: Mindset, Skillset and Toolset.   Get those wish lists ready, we are about to fill them up!  See below for some of the links of products mentioned:   50% off any Tiga Tacitcs online course with code: podcaster50 50% off code expires Jan 1, 2025 EDC Pen Course BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Some additional brands suggested online training: Pekiti University https://www.pekiti.university/ Tricom: https://www.tricomtraining.com/ Martial Blade Concepts https://www.martialbladeconcepts.com/ Some of the physical products suggested in this episode: SIRT Pistol Tactical Pen: Atomic Bear Rebel Tiga Tactics Merch Everyman Twist Pen BOB Versys Heavy Bag BOB Arms for Century BOB Punching Bag Reflex Ball Suggested Books: The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker  When Violence is the Answer by Tim Larkin Facing Violence by Rory Miller Tao of Jeet Kune Do The Sponsored Athlete by Evan Perperis Keep Rolling by Jon Jordan Suggested Magazines: OffGrid Magazine Example: Own the Night Black Belt Magazine Example: Gracie Combatives   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Dr. Conrad Bui and Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis do a deep dive into the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.  Is BJJ the ultimate martial arts?  Did UFC prove this idea by dominating the octagon?  What are some of the pros and cons of the art for both personal development and combatives.    EDC Pen Course Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Conrad and Evan discuss competition and if it is necessary as a martial artist?  Plus, they dive into the drawbacks and benefits covering why you may or may not want to start competing?   EDC Pen Course Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

In another style focused episode, Evan asks Conrad questions about Silat.  What are the pros/cons, where did it come from, why did Conrad start training it, how did this help start Tiga Tactics and where this would fall if Dr. Conrad was only allowed to train one style of martial arts...   Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home BOOK: Run If You Can, Destroy If You Must Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Can you learn martial arts online?  Not surprisingly, the answer has a lot of nuance.  Goals, type of martial arts, previous training and more help guide the answer.  Patrick, Conard and Evan talk about Pros and Cons regarding training online as well as why you may be not optimizing your training if you aren't doing any work online.  Then they share some of their personal preferences and recommendations.   Worst Case Defense In Person Seminar in Fullerton, CA EDC Knife Course Online Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Why you should carry a folding knife...or maybe why you should not carry a folding knife.  Patrick, Conrad and Evan get into the details on pros and cons of carrying a folding knife as a tool or self-protection item in this deep dive of folders.  Plus, some recommended brands broken down by price range at the end.   Worst Case Defense In Person Seminar in Fullerton, CA EDC Knife Course Online Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

What happens if you are empty hand facing a firearm?  Do you just give up and die?  Should you go for the disarm you learned on YouTube?  Dr. Conrad Bui, Patrick Vuong and Evan Perperis talk about gun threats, gun attacks and real life in this episode focused on empty hand vs. a firearm.    Worst Case Defense In Person Seminar in Fullerton, CA Gun Defense Course Online Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pammachon (Greek Combatives) Patreon Training Link with Special Operations Soldier Mindset, Tactics and Training   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

What is the most common type of attack on the street and how do you defend against it?  Patrick, Evan and Conrad (who jumps on a couple minutes in) dive into the topic along with some pre-attack indicators and why this is the most common attack.  The episode ends with a quick review of Dragonfest 2024 held by the Martial Arts History Museum.   Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Street Combatives California Seminar Online Punch Defense Course   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Dr. Conrad, Patrick and Evan talk about the why and how in training multiple styles of martial arts at the same time?  Can it be done?  Should you finish one style before starting a new one?  What are the benefits and drawbacks of doing multiple arts simultaneously?  The three hosts dive into the topic sharing they thoughts and experiences from the cumulative experience of more than a dozen black belts of knowledge.     Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Combative Conditioning Webinar Sign up   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick and Conrad take the episode to talk to Evan about the Modern Army Combatives Program.  What is it?  What's in the program?  How can it be improved and more?  While fighting is important the three talk through the real value in Combatives and why you should be training.    Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Follow 1ID Combatives   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Conrad, Patrick and Evan deep dive into all things less lethal for personal defense.  The three share their thoughts on everything from self-defense key chains to non-lethal projectile launchers.  Listen to hear some of the perks and drawbacks of tools like pepper spray, stun guns, tasers, kubotans, tactical pens, Byrna's lineup of less lethal launchers and more.  See if whatever you carry fits the criteria of effective, accessible and convenient before you step out the door.    Some Products Discussed in this episode: Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pistol Defense Webinar Order a Byrna Pistol Order a Byrna TCR and Mission 4 (long gun variants) Personal Alarm Kimber Pepper Spray (gun shape) (Non Tactical Looking) Pen   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Is situational awareness the most important self protection skill?  Does situational awareness matter more than martial skill?  How do you develop situational awareness?  Conrad, Patrick and Evan deep dive into situational awareness in this episode on what many cite as the most important skill for self-protection.    Listen or Read Keep Rolling by Jon Jordan Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pistol Defense Webinar Listen or read The Sponsored Athlete   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Dr. Conrad talks about his trip to Thailand to train Muay Thai.  Evan asks about the training, the living accommodations, the tourist sites and more.  However, most importantly Evan asks about the opinion of JCVD's Kickboxer and if Sagat's stage from Street Fighter II is a real place.  Plus, Patrick jumps on later in the episode to ask about what kind of cardio fitness is required to do something similar.   Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pistol Defense Webinar Listen or read The Sponsored Athlete   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick Vuong talk about what makes Pekiti Tirsia Kali unique in the world of Filipino Martial Arts (FMA).    Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pistol Defense Webinar San Francisco Street Combatives in Person Seminar Missed the Virtual Silat Symposium?  Order the 4+ hour replay here   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

Patrick, Conrad and Evan talk the Laws of Stupid in this motto focused episode.  What are the laws of stupid?  How do you avoid breaking them?  How many can you break at once and not be in trouble?  The group deep dives this easy to remember slogan of "don't do stupid things with stupid people at stupid times in stupid places".    Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Pistol Defense Webinar San Francisco Street Combatives in Person Seminar Missed the Virtual Silat Symposium?  Order the 4+ hour replay here   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com

What does Safety is an Illusion mean and how does it apply to how you live your everyday life?  Conrad, Patrick and Evan talk through the Tiga Tactic's slogan, how thin the veil of safety is, threats to our current way of life and things you can do to make yourself safer in your daily activities.  Don't miss the latest episode of the Tiga Tactics podcast and don't forget to subscribe!   Order your Safety is an Illusion Merchandise Sign up for the Street Combativers Seminar Train with Tiga Tactics Online From Your Home Missed the Virtual Silat Symposium?  Order the 4+ hour replay here   Follow Tiga Tactics:     Tiga Tactics Facebook     Tiga Tactics Instagram     Tiga Tactics YouTube Follow Conrad Bui:     Conrad Bui Facebook     Conard Bui Instagram Follow Patrick Vuong:    Patrick Vuong Facebook    Patrick Vuong Instagram Follow Evan "Ultra-OCR Man" Perperis:    Evan Perperis Facebook    Evan Perperis Instagram    Evan Perperis YouTube Explore Evan's Company Website "Strength & Speed": www.TeamStrengthSpeed.com