Simple And Direct

Does an instructor's or persons lineage matter? Should you train or not train with someone based on their lineage or lack of?

A more simple, short and direct episode than usual. Where the podcast is heading for 2026. Hint..more focus on a couple subjects.

I recently attended a Starting Strength seminar in Wichita Falls, Texas with the man himself Mark Rippetoe. What was covered and would I recommend it to others.

A short tribute to a friend and one of my main mentors and instructors in Jeet Kune Do, Tim Tackett. Much more could have been said. He educated and influenced generations through his teachings, books and videos. I consider myself lucky to have been allowed into the garage back in the day. Tackett was a walking encyclopedia of JKD knowledge. He will be missed. Rest in peace.

Charlie Kirk and Iryna Zarutska were recently killed. Both graphic videos were all over social media. Both incidents highlighted that there seems to be a lack of decency with people.

Bruce Lee's philosophy of speed in martial arts extended beyond physical quickness, focusing on mental and reactive abilities as well. This episode will discuss the 6 types of speed

I recently had a slew of injuries. How they affected me and what changes Im going to make to my weight workouts.

Recap of a couple recent events. Tawanchai One Fc Muay Thai champion seminar. What did he teach ?Recent bloodwork. High Ferritin? Causes and possible solutions.

Recently attended USA boxing bronze coaching clinic. what did I learn? Was it worth? should you attend?

At the beginning of February I attended the Titans of JKD seminar in Florida. My brief overview, thoughts, and would I attend again?

What is leangains by Martin Berkhan and my experience with it.

A recent incident makes me re-evaluate where I should spend more of my training time. The clinch for the street being that area.

A long awaited review and a brief summary of key points for the book Strength by Chris Beardsley. A previous podcast covered his Hypertrophy book.

Trump assassination attempt an example of incompetence at the highest government level

Started on one topic, then went on a side track about our why I don’t like our current health insurance system.

A recent story went viral about a San Diego Police Officer being locked in the backseat "accidentally " with his prisoner. I discuss several discrepancies in the story.

Structure and efficiency in athletic and physical endeavors. Is there a most efficient way? For how long can you improve?

UFC 300 and Doug Palmer's book Bruce Lee: Sifu, Friend and Big Brother

My experience in recently completing 75 hard... successfully. The ups and downs. What I got out of it.

JKDer's footwork. Are we good? What do we need to work on?

Is striking the groin the best target for self defense?

End of year review and the plan for the coming year.

A quick review of the fight cards from both major promotions this past weekend. Also, my pick for an up and coming fighter from one of the cards.

A review and summary of some insightful information in the book The Story of the Human Body by Daniel Lieberman

Is Bjj helpful for police wrestling with naked guys 😁

A discussion on violence and how 2 types of violence are broken down in When violence is the Answer by Tim Larkin

Anything can happen in a street fight. But these factors are seen in most of the "winners".

In remembrance of the 50th anniversary of Bruce Lee's passing, an old Dan Inosanto interview circulated on the internet. Some thoughts on that.

You shouldn't fear the sun. A very pale man's opinion.

An analysis and criticism of 3 recent police videos making the rounds. Also, a plea for officers to train so they can make it home safely.

A summary and review of the book Hypertrophy by Chris Beardsley.

A fat an unhealthy society

Putting down the phone and living in the moment.

Will more gun control stop violence and mass shootings?

Why Jeet Kune Do and most of its practitioners suck

Thoughts on the Nashville school shooting

There is such a thing as Jeet Kune Do.

Introduction and background