Cobra Kai Kompanion

I'm joined by previous guests Phil and Mikey for a discussion of the 6th film in the Karate Kid franchise. We kick off with our non-spoiler thoughts and tell you whether we recommended it or not before getting in the details. We make comparisons to the films that came before it including Cobra Kai and also give our rankings.  Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

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We finally reached the penultimate episode in the series and it sure goes out with a bang. We discussed Tory and Miguel's matches against Zara and Axel respectively and how the show wraps up Terry Silver and John Kreese's ends. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Olga joins the pod and really gives us insight on what it'd be like to be a fly on the wall in the writers' room and the process of breaking the final season. Olga also shares some ideas that had been kicked around that weren't used and what it was like filming the "Young Miyagi" scene. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

In one of the heaviest episodes of the series, we talk about the acting clinic from the legacy actors, Miyagi Do decisions, and Kreese's "Apology Tour". Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

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From "OG fan" to joining the writers' room for show's final season, Chris Rafferty shares his incredible journey with Cobra Kai. In what may be the most "inside baseball" interview on this pod, Chris sheds light on the table saw sequence in 604, challenges of writing 609, an early idea of the skeletons dream sequence in 613, and so much more! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by co-writer Kyle Civale who shares insight on writing episode 612, on Hilary Swank could've been used, and ending the series. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Amy and Sandy joins me and we shared our experiences from the Red Carpet at PaleyFest. In this episode, you will hear interviews from Ralph Macchio, the creators Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald and Hayden Schlossberg, Xolo Mariduena, Gianni DeCenzo, Tanner Buchanan, fight choreographer Don Lee, and Mary Mouser. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by two standup comedians. What can go wrong? Sweep the Pod Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

The Big 3 returns to talk about Season 6 and ending the show. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

We discussed Kreese and the Kims in S.Korea, Miyagi Do back in the Valley and Terry Silver doing Terry Silver things to get the Sekai Taikai back on. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Sensei Ron Thomas makes his return and reflects on his time as an OG Cobra and what it's been like over the years. He promotes his latest book The Hidden Life Lessons of Mr. Miyagi, shares a memory of Chad McQueen, being directed by William Zabka in episode 612, and his experience at the series' final premiere including meeting a couple cast members for the first time in person. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Taking place almost a year apart, I share my experience on set watching a sequence being filmed in episode 606 and guest Mike P aka "Cobra Kai Wisdom" talks about going to the series' final premiere in LA! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

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Cobra Kai mega fan Julia Macchio makes her return to the podcast to talk about her time on set over the years and her experiences filming in the final batch, Ralph Macchio receiving his Hollywood star and the series' final premiere. Julia also shares her experiences with Mary Mouser and Courtney Henggeler, both whom she's become close with, and her thoughts on how the series concluded overall.   Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Audio commentary from my first time watching Season 6 Part 3.  Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

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I spoke with writers Luan Thomas and Joe Piarulli about Obliterated, Miguel in Mexico, undercover Chozen, Kreese in a cave, drunk Chozen, and everything in 606, including who smelt it— dealt it. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group   HOW YOU CAN HELP Families are depending on the Red Cross for assistance now, and your support is crucial. Please help people affected by the 2025 California Wildfires by visiting redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or texting the word CAWILDFIRES to 90999 to make a donation.

Now that the Sekai Taikai has started, Miyagi Do hasn't found that balance and find them fighting amongst themselves. We talk about Daniel's side mission, Johnny coaching solo, Devon coming clean to Johnny, and the first two platform events. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by Ashley Darnall (who wrote episode 607 "Dog in the Fight") and Emily Abbott, whom she co-wrote 608 "Snakes on a Plane" with. Ashley and Emily share insight into many of our favorite moments from Sam and Axel on the beach to Chozen and Kim's entanglement at a bar. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by stunt performer Brandon Caruso who played "Animal" from Furia de Pantera of team Spain. Brandon shares his earliest memory of The Karate Kid films, where his influence of the nunchaku comes from and personal journey of making it on Cobra Kai. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

We're back to talk about the first episode of the second batch! Our core characters are abroad and cannot focus as a team, the senseis aren't on the same page, and we have a plethora of new characters. We get into the headspaces of Team USA, talk about the kicking challenge, drunk Chozen, the 'Captain's War' event, and the introduction of the Iron Dragons. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

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I'm joined by Brandon H. Lee who makes his triumphant return to talk about all things Kwon in the second batch of Season 6. It's been a few months since we've last spoken so I caught up with Brandon and asked him to share his experiences from the Part 1 premiere, and fan interactions on social media. We also discuss many of your favorite Kwon moments, including fight scenes, a deleted scene, and what were some things Brandon improvised! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by Joshua Lamboy who played "Ivanov", sensei of Team Russia's Tiger Strike. Josh shares his inspirations that led him into acting and how he got into stunts. He also talks about a Cobra Kai connection through working on The Walking Dead, and gives his insight into what event that might've been the first domino to drop that led to the tournament brawl. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by Justin Ortiz and Jewelianna Ramos-Ortiz who play co-captains "Diego Aguilar" and "Maria Alvarez" of Furia de Pantera! Justin and Jewels share their respective journeys coming from families of martial artists, how they met, their experiences on several projects, including Hit Me and Cobra Kai. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by Paula Rae Taylor who played "Draga", co-captain of Tiger Strike. Paula shares her journey in martial arts, booking a role in Prepare to Die and fighting with "Rampage" Jackson, what her and Britt Baker have in common and her efforts to one day make it on her favorite show. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by Daniel J Kim who makes his return to talk about Season 6 Part 2! Daniel shares his experience at the Part 1 premiere, moments with the OG actors, insight into some of Yoon's fights, and reveals who's pretty good at singing Vanessa Carlton's "A Thousand Miles". Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by filmmaker Brian Takahashi who dons the gi with the one of the most recognizable symbols in pop culture on his back. Brian shares his connection to Pat Morita, his journey in booking the role on Cobra Kai and bringing back a beloved character, and filming his sequence with all eyes on him! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by friend of the show, Sensei William who shares his journey on bringing back his character Dennis to Cobra Kai. He also talks about arriving on set and reuniting with legacy actors and meeting some of the younger cast! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by Season 6 Part 2 newcomer Patrick Luwis who plays Axel of the Iron Dragons! Patrick shares his journey on booking Axel on Cobra Kai, some insight into your favorite moments, the Iron Dragons gi, and more! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

This episode contains spoilers from Part 2 of Season 6. I'd advise to wait and listen after you've seen the second batch! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

We conclude our Part 1 reviews with one of the most emotional episodes. We talk about how Peyton List really shined, and Team USA's headspace as they head to Barcelona to compete on one of the biggest stages in the world. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Mike F*cking Barnes returns and helps Johnny and Daniel select the top 6 students to participate in the Sekai Taikai. We discussed the different character dramas, Hawk's new mohawk design and much more! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by YouTuber Cody of Strike First Media who shares his experience as an extra in episode 604! We also gave our thoughts about Season 6 Part 1 and discuss our favorite quotes! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

With just about two weeks left before the next batch of 5 episodes drop, Netflix released a brand new poster and a sneak peek at one of the new dojos. We give our thoughts and discuss on what's even going on! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

The trailer is finally here! We discussed and broke down just about every frame of the new trailer of the second batch of S6 and some of the images! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by cosplayer and YouTuber Stryfe the Warrior for a recap of his weekend at Big Texas Comic Con 2024! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Netflix released 8 new first-look photos from the upcoming second batch of episodes of Season 6 and we share our thoughts! We also give a brief update on the "other" Karate Kid film that will release in theaters in May of 2025. See Season 6, Part 2 First-Look Photos Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Ralph Macchio himself steps behind the camera to direct his first episode on Cobra Kai. We talked about Johnny being a #girldad, the slumber party and how Johnny "fixed" the tension between Sam and Tory, and discussed the contents of Mr. Miyagi's box and theorize some moments we may see in the final ten episodes! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Aedin Mincks and Khalil Everage return to the pod and talk about their journey since joining the cast in Season 2. They also share some insight into your favorite moments from the dynamic duo in Season 6! Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

In this episode, we talk about Xolo and The Binary Brothers bumping into Kyler and Brucks while visiting a local college, Chozen and Johnny house hunting, and Kreese's reunion with the Kims. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

I'm joined by Abraham Martinez, director of photography for S1 and S6 of Cobra Kai. Abe discusses the use of colors for certain scenes and some influences from other film, and shares which actors have shown some interested in learning duties from behind the camera. Abe's interview on Obliterated Kompanion: https://youtu.be/8AcOCp03Wcs Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Dallas Dupree Young joins the pod to share his journey as "Kenny". Dallas also shares some early influences that had him choose acting over baseball, his relationships with some of the cast, and insight into some of your favorite "Kenny moments". Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

We're back with a new episode review! Cobra Kai is seemingly no more and our Senseis and students have all combined forces to form the new look Miyagi Do! We talk about Legacy, logos, return of some familiar faces and take a look at what storylines our favorite characters get into as we look forward to the Sekai Takai. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group

Frank makes his return and shares what goes on in the wardrobe department and talks about his daily operations. He also talks about designing the look for Team Korea, Mike Barnes' gi, the new logos, and also his creative process for the other international dojos. Twitter: @CobraKaiPod / Instagram: @CobraKaiKompanion Email: CobraKaiPod@gmail.com Cobra Kai Kompanion Website Merch store: ckkompanion.threadless.com The Kompanion Network Group