whistlekick Martial Arts Radio

Updated: 04 Aug 2025 • 1115 episodes
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whistlekick Martial Arts Radio is the only bi-weekly podcast devoted to the traditional martial arts in all forms. We dig into what makes martial artists tick, their history and experience… and tell some great stories in the process. It’s all about bringing martial artists together and learning from one another. Our guests include the famous and the unknown, from taekwondo, karate, hapkido, capoeira, kungfu, FMA, HEMA and everything else you can imagine.

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SUMMARY In this engaging conversation, Master Simon Rhee shares his experiences in martial arts, from his early days of training and competition to his involvement in iconic films like 'Best of the Best.' He discusses the evolution of martial arts training, the impact of competition, and the influence of martial arts m

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SUMMARY In this episode, Jeremy Lesniak and Andrew Adams discuss undervalued self-defense skills, emphasizing the importance of de-escalation, awareness, and risk mitigation. They explore how traditional self-defense training often overlooks these critical skills, focusing instead on physical techniques.   The conversa

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28 Jul 2025 • EN

Episode 1044 - Viet Le

SUMMARY In this episode of Whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, host Andrew Adams speaks with Viet Le, a martial artist and neurologist, about his journey through various martial arts styles, including Taekwondo and Northern Shaolin. Viet shares insights on the cultural and philosophical aspects of martial arts, his experie

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SUMMARY Another episode of “Martial Arts Word Association” where Andrew gives Jeremy a random word that he could connect to martial arts. All of today’s words are pet themed!   TAKEAWAYS Rules in martial arts serve as guidance for students. Understanding boundaries enhances skill progression in training. Dog parks are

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21 Jul 2025 • EN

Episode 1042 - Ken Knight

SUMMARY In this episode of Whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, host Andrew Adams speaks with Ken Knight about his journey in martial arts, the influence of media on his passion, and the importance of finding a good instructor. They discuss the evolution of teaching and learning in martial arts, the significance of adaptabi

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SUMMARY In this episode, Andrew Adams and Dennis Campo discuss Dennis's journey in martial arts teaching, from his early experiences to the challenges faced during the pandemic and his current teaching endeavors. They explore the evolution of Dennis's teaching, the impact of external circumstances, and the rekindling o

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