Karate Without Belts
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We're a podcast about Karate. We don't wear belts while talking about Karate, and think that it's what's in the hands, head, and heart that matters, not what's around your waist.
Karate Without Belts
2y ago
Episode Notes
In this exciting installment, Sal, Dan, and Jon have the debate about the Pinan/Heian/ Pyung kata that once and for all decides which is more authentic and original. Or just point out the flaws in the debate itself. Enjoy
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this very special episode, we have the triumphant return of Raul, the world premier of inebriated Jon, and a fun topic of how we restructure our students training based on our own experiences. Also, the benefits of full contact, cause Raul won't let us forget about that. Enjoy!
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this episode, Jeremy drags Jon kicking and screaming back to watching Cobra Kai season 4. We discuss the show, where it's come from, where it's going, and if it can even make a fifth season. Enjoy ..read more
Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this triumphant return to form, Dan and Jon discuss a relevant topic: fighting with Facebook Dads. We discuss Facebook Dad arguments over Karate, how these fights stem from ego distribution, and ultimately how childish the endeavor becomes. Have lunch and enjoy. Get bonus content on Patreon
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this momentous episode, Jeremy and Jon talk about recent events of both the upset events in the summer Olympics and the recent martial arts demonstration by North Korea. We discuss what these different events mean, how combined what image they are portraying to the world, and how what we do with it. Enjoy!Get bonus content on Patreon
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this exciting episode, Vic and Jon discuss cross-training, real world experience, getting put on your butt, and what warrior mindset really means. And a movie pitch that will make millions. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
Sal and Jon talk about recent events, training, Kobudo as a stand alone curriculum, bears, and the kindness of strangers. Enjoy!
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this special episode, James and Jon discuss building communities and venues for Okinawa Karate and martial arts practice, the real struggles creating them, and how persistent issues of style and system can get overcome by them. And finally answering who would win, apes or centaurs. Enjoy! Get bonus content on Patreon
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this episode, Sal and Jon discuss inevitabilities in training, taking into consideration where our teachers are when we actually meet them, as opposed to the ideals we tend to make of them, and ultimately having those ideals broken down by reality. Also slight digressions on Patrick Swayze and the Bay of Pigs. Enjoy!
Opening Theme written, composed and performed by Azuma Madoka
Transition theme: J1-Floridian Fighting Bear
Closing theme: sawsquarenoise- Towel Defense Ending
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Karate Without Belts
2y ago
In this exciting episode, Dan and Jon explore martial arts and the infamous language analogy. What would a native speaker of martial arts be, what would they say, and could they be understood. And is analogy even a good thing to use. All this and a mini-review of the 2019 film "Art of Self-Defense" Enjoy!
Opening Theme written, composed and performed by Azuma Madoka
Transition theme: Nihilore-Hope for Change
Closing theme: Keshco - Obsolete
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