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The Primal Radio Podcast celebrates it's 100th show by interviewing Sifu Brent Lance who is a North Carolina based Physics / Chemistry University Professor who has studied martial arts since the age of nine.  In this show he discusses: The famous Smokey Mountain Martial Arts Camps Wednesday Night Group Jeet Kune Do (JKD) Smoker Fights / his combat focused approach to gradings The Science behind Power Punching Sifu Brent Lance can be reached via: sifubrentlance@yahoo.com & sifubrentlance@gmail.com Full Bio: https://www.jkdwednite.com/Brent.htm

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Shawn King a Police Officer based in California.  Shawn holds a BJJ Blackbelt & is a Full Instructor in the famous JKD Wednesday Night Group of Redlands California.  Tom is joined by Jeremy Lynch in the absence of Jim McCann.

Based in Germany (Rothenburg ob der Tauber) Christian Kluge is a friend of the Primal Radio Podcast and a qualified and talented Jeet Kune Do & Wing Tsun Instructor (as well as a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu).  Christian covers topics such as Germany’s approach to Covid, how he suddenly and reluctantly became an instructor, his experience with Chinatown JKD, The WNG, The Art of JKD and his progress in BJJ.   Christian can be reached via the following platforms: wtjkd@web.de kampfkunst-rothenburg.de facebook.com/JKDRothenburg

Primal Radio interviews Shane Long.   Today Shane owns several pubs and co-founded a successful brewery, but our focus takes us back to his days on the door in Stockwell and his small but notorious martial arts gym.  Johnny Mac (from Show 4) steps in alongside Tom to co-host in Jim's absence.

Tom is joined by Sifu Jeremy Lynch and Dr Asif Naseem to discuss the Coronavirus Outbreak; how it is affecting our lives, what we can do to prevent it spreading and some interesting theories on how it all started.

The Primal Radio Podcast is proud to interview Darnell 'Nelli' Davis; a writer and wellness coach whose forthcoming autobiography 'Dream Awake' details his triumph after the death of his mother at the hands of his father and his healing process in prison after running a marijuana enterprise. Dream Awake is an inspirational story of how anyone can overcome challenging circumstances to achieve their dreams of a better reality. (This show was recorded on 15 March 2019)

Our resident 'world famous' boxing expert Doctor Watson was too drunk to join the show so Jim & Tom filled in to review Wilder vs Fury 2 and what comes next for the Gypsy King!

The "Primal Radio" Podcast interviews Burton Richardson!  Burton Richardson started training martial arts in 1979 and he has never stopped. He was lucky to take his first lessons at the original Kali Academy, home of martial arts greats Sifu Richard Bustillo and Guro Dan Inosanto.. Burton traveled the world extensively to pursue his passion. He trained in Manila under Grandmaster Antonio Ilustrisimo, Master Tony Diego, and Master Christopher Ricketts. He's visited Brazil to practice Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has trained extensively with many top BJJ exponents, including the Machado Brothers, Carlson Gracie, Baret Yoshida, Charuto Verissimo, and Marcelo Garcia. Burton has even journeyed to South Africa several times to train with Zulu warriors in their method of stick fighting. This broad spectrum of experience gives Burton a unique perspective on the arts. Civilians as well as Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) seek his training courses. Burton is the author of 4 books. He wrote for Inside Kung Fu magazine for eleven years. He has been published in Budo Magazine, an international publication as well as other national publications such as Ultimate MMA. He was elected self defense instructor of the year by Black Belt Magazine and inducted into their hall of fame. Burton currently lives in Hawaii with his wife, business and training partner Sarah Badat-Richardson and their daughter Talina-Queen. All three are passionate about realistic self defense training. They travel as a family to teach seminars worldwide. Burton Richardson’s credentials: > Full Instructor in Jun Fan JKD under Guro Dan Inosanto >  Full Instructor in Filipino Martial Arts under Tuhon Dan Inosanto >  Full Instructor in the JKD Grappling Association under Sifu Larry Hartsell >  Instructor in Thai Boxing under Master Chai Sirisute >  Guro in Penjak Silat under Pendekar Paul De Thouars >  Instructor in Kali Ilustrisimo under GrandMaster Ilustrisimo >  Third Degree Black Belt in BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) under Egan Inoue

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Andrew Staton, an expert on Bruce Lee and his Martial Art & Philosophy (Jeet Kune Do) he is a Jun Fan Journal Columnist (Martial Arts Illustrated Magazine). Andrew Staton has been involved with the Bruce Lee phenomena since 1974.  He was a major organiser of The Bruce Lee and Brandon Association which closed a some years ago.  He has run many Bruce Lee conventions with guests Van Williams and John T. Benn to name but a few. The associate producer of Bruce Lee Martial Arts Master, he has worked on many other TV and film documentaries including Bruce Lee: A Warrior's Journey. He's editor of all Martial Arts Illustrated (MAI) Bruce and Brandon Lee supplemental features which include Bruce Lee: The Man The Legend and Jeet Kune Do: What's In A Name with the late Dave Carnell. Andrew has trained in Shotokan Karate, Aikido, Wing Chun and Jeet Kune Do. 

Recorded in Dec 2019, our World Famous Boxing Expert Doc Watson reviews Wilder vs Ortiz 2 & Joshua vs Ruiz 2 with a look ahead to 2020's potential big Heavy Weight Fights.  Jim updates us on Primal Gym's star boxer Scraap Showtime Bunch whilst Tom was too hungover to join!

Jim & Tom discuss the stuff we don't like about Martial Arts (caveat of course we do actually love martial arts)!

The Primal Radio Podcast is joined live from Singapore by resident 'world famous' boxing pundit Andy Watts AKA Dr Watson (PhD Havard School of Boxing, BA Hons Yale School of Hard Knox) for his regular Boxing Update show.  On the show the good Doctor provides his diagnosis on: Canelo v Kovolev and what comes next. Wilder v Ortiz 2 Tyson Fury and the WWE Joshua v Ruiz 2 Inoue v Donair Usyk at Heavy Weight The You Tubers Primal Gym's very own Scraap Showtime Bunch

Mike Blackgrave appears on the Primal Radio podcast for a third time to discuss his recent mental, physical and spiritual transformation. Michael Blackgrave, founder of SEAMOK, began his first steps in martial arts learning WWII combatives at a young age from his father, a 101st Army Airborne Infantry Veteran. Later Guro Blackgrave also enlisted in the Army and served honorably with the 59th Ordinance Brigade and the 74th USAFAD during the height of the cold war in the capacity of COMSEC security. Additionally Guro Blackgrave gained twenty years experience bounty hunting, bodyguarding, and providing club and special event security. He has taught seminars to civilians, law enforcement and private security personnel throughout the United States and used every opportunity to gain more working knowledge of the arts as he traveled. Mike is a strong advocate of practical and tactical firearm usage, and has taught seminars to civilians, law enforcement, and private security personnel throughout the United States. He is also responsible for building the P.C.C.T. (Police Control Capture Tactics) course for the Waycross, Georgia Police Dept. Mike is a published author on the subject of self-preservation using edged and impact weaponry, and is a member in high standing with the WCMAA (World Combat Martial Artists Association) and also a life member of the NRA. SEAMOK (Simple Effective Aggressive Methods of Kombate) is a combative art system encompassing any weapon, from boots to blades to bullets, toe to toe, downrange, or on the ground. SEAMOK was born from the sweat, blood, and scars of Founder Bwana Mike Blackgrave. Its foundations have roots in a myriad of systems including Goju-Ryu, Wing Chung, Qi Gong Kung Fu, Western Boxing, and a host of Philipino Martial Arts (FMA) such as Silat, Escrima, Kali Illustrisimo. After becoming proficiently adept in all these systems, Guru Blackgrave combined the best aspects of each system, and forged his own art, which applies to body mechanics and combative skills that apply with any confrontation and virtually any weapon. Amo Guro Michael Blackgrave is available for teaching seminars on the concepts and applications of SEAMOK as it applies to empty hand, weapon, and firearms in violent confrontations. Links: https://texasrotr.wordpress.com/mike-blackgrave/ http://seamok-kombate.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Mike+Bwana+Blackgrave https://www.facebook.com/groups/397483824271429/

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Master Wong about his new book "The Event: Little Dragon" the first part of Master Wong's biography. Discover how the early life of Master Wong was dominated by bullying, by violence - and by death. How his violent and troubled early childhood and the influences, both benign and evil, of those around him in northern Vietnam, set him on the path to developing his martial arts skills - making Master Wong into the man he is today.  Read about the physical attacks and the bullying that Master Wong endured, even when he was only of pre-school age. How the beatings he suffered came from other children as well as from adults - even family members.  Discover how he learned to look after himself; to become self-reliant; to become strong and confident - both physically and mentally.  Life-threatening injuries. An attack by a tiger. Explosions - deadly explosions. But just once in a while ... comical. Master Wong's early life was terrifying and action-packed at the same time. Learn how the character of Master Wong started its formation. How the mixed-race boy, living by his wits on the streets of coastal villages and towns near to Halong Bay and stealing to survive, began his journey to international Wing Chun Master. Link to purchase the book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1695804236/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_C7FYDbTP9F3FW   Links to more Master Wong content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2NH07Y5tx_PQvqaQGzxKxQ https://masterwongsystem.com (https://masterwongsystem.com/) https://www.masterwong.tv/home27124386 https://twitter.com/masterwongtv?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/masterwongofficial If you enjoyed this show check out our first show interviewing Master Wong (show 71) and our other podcasts.

The Primal Radio podcast interviews Sifu Harinder Singh Sabharwal (http://jkdathletics.com/association/sifusingh/) .  Sifu Singh is a descendant of an unbroken lineage of masters. He has spent many years studying with masters and eating the bitter pill, training and teaching so he can pass on the ancient arts to a modern, cutting edge audience. His science of movement, fighting, wellness, and strategy is an evolution of a global journey spanning continents and cultures. It culminates in the present system which he teaches to Navy SEALS, U.S. Secret Service, SWAT Commanders and Police Captains, executives, F.B.I., C.I.A., CEO’s, DEA, professional athletes, elite law enforcement personnel throughout the United States, as well as other foreign and domestic military and intelligence agencies.  Links to Sifu Singh's Websites: http://www.jkdathletics.com http://www.mindboxing.mykajabi.com https://www.sifusingh.com

Tommy Joe Moore is one of the most articulate / knowledgeable up-and-coming martial arts stars in the UK.  Tommy's specialism is Bartitsu (the victorian era's MMA); in this fascinating interview he covers everything from Kenjutsu to 52 Blocks. Tommy has studied numerous arts including Boxing  Pugilism (Bare Knuckle Boxing) Savate (French Kickboxing) Muay Thai  Jeet Kune Do  Karate  Ju Jitsu  Weapons (Western, Japanese, Fillipino) RBSD (Reality Based Self Defence)  Links: https://www.facebook.com/TheBartitsuLab/ https://www.artofmoore.co.uk (https://www.artofmoore.co.uk/)

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Joseph Demarco a Sports Performance Trainer for over 20 years.  Joe is one of the top strength and conditioning specialists with top notch coaching and nutritional counselling and provides athletes with tools to take their game to the next level.  Joseph has trained some of the best athletes in the country, from professional baseball and softball players, football, and hockey players, to Olympic athletes. Links: https://www.demarcotraining.com/ https://www.facebook.com/detrane36/ https://www.instagram.com/detrane36/

Tim Tackett is a martial arts instructor and author from Redlands, California who runs a non-profit group dedicated to preserving Bruce Lee's art of Jeet Kune Do. The new book Essential Jeet Kune Do - This book will serve way to decide what will work the best for you and what aspects of JKD you need to keep, as well as throw away. I feel that it would be impossible to learn this from your instructor, as he will mainly focus on what works best for him. I have been fortunate to have learned from many of the senior students of Bruce Lee and have noticed that they all focus on certain things and not on what some the others are doing. For some it may be the boxing aspects. For some it may be footwork. For others it was trapping energy and the Wing Chun elements. It was only when we started focusing on the Western fencing aspects of JKD that I was able to understand and focus on what has become my essence of JKD. Of course, an instructor cannot just hand you what will become your essence or foundation of your own JKD. This is something that you must discover for yourself as you work to become more a more efficient JKD practitioner. The purpose of this book is too show you most of what we teach in my garage and the basic principles behind each. Once you have worked on these you will come to realize what will work for you and what will not. Some of you will want to focus on distance and footwork. Others will feel comfortable crashing the line. Whatever works for you is the main thing. Just use the book as guideline to discover your own essential JKD.

Keith Miller (a former co-host of Primal Radio) and owner / head coach at Up For It Coaching & Fitness joins us to discuss how he developed his own Fitness Programmes to recover from serious illness (Congestive Heart Failure, Sleep Apnea, Low Testosterone, High Blood Pressure) and how he now shares this knowledge to help  others (specialising in Men over 40). Keith Millers's credentials: Certified Lifestyle Fitness Coach Certified Professional Fitness Trainer Certified Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Coach Certified IMPACT Group Fitness Instructor 2nd Dan Force Necessary Combatives Level 10 Knife/Counter Knife Combatives Instructor Certified Muay Thai Instructor Jeet Kune Do Instructor Submission Wrestling Instructor Full Instructor under Hock Hockheim Multiple Black Belt under Jim McCann Hand / Stick / Knife Gun Coach to many MMA, Submission and Kickboxers Well rounded martial artist with an incredible eye for what really works Owner of Up for Fitness Coaching Owner of Sacramento CQC / Louisville CQC Links for more intel: https://upforitcoaching.com/about/ https://www.facebook.com/Up-For-It-Coaching-Fitness-312141359581661/  https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleCQC/?fbclid=IwAR3RXvPESlKXHIszIjmEWd8dsOb1FDOmKG4JyONR2CCdLu5doNNJz2GbKgc

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Mattias Persson founder of MATT Combatives.  Living in the Malmö area of Sweden, he has trained martial arts for more than 35 years studying various styles including: Current: Pencak Silat various styles, among Pencak Silat Anyar Cimande Buhun. Current: KunTao. 1978-1982 Greco-Roman style wrestling. 1982-1985 Judo. 1985-1988 Karate, Boxing, Tae Kwon Do and a few other traditional arts. 1988-2004 Wing Chun and Jeet Kune Do. Mattias has taught over 100 workshops around Europe and is a leading Combatives Instructor in Thailand.  He teaches all kinds of clients: civilians, corporate personnel, traditional arts instructors and law enforcement personnel and has a strong following in Europe. Founded M.A.T.T Combatives in 2007. Europe’s only fully licensed AMOK! Combatives instructor. Developed HAMR Self Defence in 2014. Developed the Defencestick and Defencestick courses in 2014. Traditional arts instructor.

On this weeks episode: Tom discusses joining the Army Reserves Tom covers getting his Senior Black (Red Belt) Instructor Belt in Rapid Arnis Jim talks of the success of his Boxers

In March 2018 after some traumatic events our host Jim McCann was a recluse for a month, attempting to drink himself into an early grave.  In our 20th episode he shared in candid detail with our listeners how suicidal thoughts and depression have dogged him his whole life.  After this period Jim was diagnosed with type-one Bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic depression).   In this weeks show Jim reflects on that period and the steps he is taken since. This show is dedicated to Sifu Keith Allan RIP. If you are affected by the issues discussed in this show, do not suffer in silence, please contact mental health professionals / helplines etc Samaritans uk (https://www.samaritans.org) Samaritans usa (http://www.samaritansusa.org)

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Be Military Fit coaches Stuart Clark & Jeremy Bearder.  Stuart is General Manager for East and South East London, whilst Jeremy (Jel) is Lead Instructor for the region with an 11 year tenure; both hold numerous industry / academic fitness qualifications.  Be Military Fit, or BMF, is a private company which runs outdoor group fitness classes in 140 public parks and outdoor spaces across the United Kingdom. The classes are led by former or serving members of the British Armed Forces with recognised fitness training qualifications. BMF was founded in 1999 as British Military Fitness and pioneered the concept of group classes for outdoor fitness in the United Kingdom.  In September 2018 it was purchased by NM Capital and Bear Grylls Ventures and re-branded as Be Military Fit.  It is the largest outdoor fitness company in Europe. For more intel hit https://www.bemilitaryfit.com

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Lillebjörn Rugstad who is a Norwegian Silat Instructor based in Sweden.  In addition to Kuntao and Buahpukul he trains pure knife fighting, with force on force exercises and sparring against singular and multiple opponents. https://www.facebook.com/lillebjorn.rugstad https://www.facebook.com/Kuntao.nu/

The Primal Radio Podcast interviews Art Cason currently the General Manager of one of the world’s best shooting ranges, Royal Range in Nashville, Tennessee.  Art is a former law enforcement officer with experience as a patrol officer, investigator, chief deputy, chief of police, and swat team commander.  He is a certified instructor in the fields of canine (K9) training, special weapons and tactics (SWAT), firearms, high risk entry, defensive tactics, and less lethal techniques.  He is a veteran of the U.S. Army infantry and has experience in overseas private military contracting (PMC) with the Dept. of State and the Dept. of Defense in the areas of tactical instruction, firearms, personal security details, force protection and patrol explosive/narcotic detector dog teams.  Art is a lifelong student of the martial arts, with a background in Karate, Tae Kwon Do, and Chinese boxing.  He has done security work in both the private and government sector. ·       https://www.royalrangeusa.com/what-we-do  ·       https://www.royalrangeusa.com/art ·       https://www.facebook.com/art.cason.7

Primal Radio's world famous Boxing Pundit Andy Watts AKA "Doc Watson" provides his regular Boxing Update.  Topics discussed on this show: Lobov v Malignaggi Andy Ruiz beats Joshua - Joshua triggers immediate rematch clause. Smart or bad move? Wilder looks to rematch Ortiz in the Fall Fury v Wilder in first Quarter of 2020? Golvkin back with a 4th round KO What next for Canelo? Katie Taylor v Delfine Person Primal Gym's Shinard "Scraap" Showtime Bunch wins Second professional fight with second round KO Apologies there is some static noise on this weeks show.

John "Pit Master" Hackleman created THE PIT Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) in 1985 in Woodland Hills, California.  John is known by most as the trainer of UFC Hall of Famer and former Light Heavyweight Champion Chuck Liddell, and his appearances on The Ultimate Fighter TV show.  Currently the Pit Master is known for training UFC fighters Glover Teixeira, Court McGee, and Ramsey Nijem.  As a native Hawaiian, John’s base system is Hawaiian Kempo and includes aspects of Boxing, Kickboxing, Jujitsu, submission grappling, and wrestling skills with a mind-set of "use what works, get rid of what doesn't." More links to content on The Pit / Pit Master: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThePitOnlineDojo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Pit_(mixed_martial_arts) https://john-hackleman.mykajabi.com/blog/ https://twitter.com/pit_master?lang=en https://academyselfdefense.com/programs/pitmma/ https://www.facebook.com/ThePitMaster

Primal Radio (the fight Podcast) interviews UFC prospect Sidney Outlaw (record 13-3-0) who is a Professional MMA Fighter out of Telford, Pennsylvania.  He is ranked #1st of 1449 Professional Mens Lightweights in the USA (and also ranked 4th at Welterweight). https://www.ufc.com/athlete/sidney-outlaw

Tom McGrath meets with Hock Hochheim (also interviewed in Primal Radio show 12) in Antwerp, Belgium where he was hosted by Sven De Doncker delivering his Force Necessary courses to civilians and law enforcement. W. Hock Hochheim is a former military police patrolman and investigator, a former Texas patrol officer and detective, and former private investigator. During his career, spanning three decades he worked in “line operations” only, and he’s investigated more than 1,000 crimes and arrested nearly as many suspects. He has graduated from numerous, national Assault and Violent Death police schools and street survival courses. He also organized protection and security for famous authors, politicians, musicians, TV and movie stars. Over the last 40 years Hock has studied martial arts and hand, stick, knife and gun combatives, earning numerous black belts in multiple systems.  He now works as an Author (of self defence, western and biographical material) and travels the world delivering his "Force Necessary" combative courses both in the US and 13 allied countries. Topics include: Hock's courses & combatives material Hock's Audience Hock's thoughts on how policing has changed Donald Trump Hock's autobiographical memoir books "Don't even think about it" and "Dead right there" Find out more at http://www.forcenecessary.com

Primal Radio is proud to interview Master Wong 'Wing Chun Master' who talks about his troubled youth, the KT3 system, his martial arts journey and what the future holds for him.  Master Wong is one of the worlds most recognised Martial Artists with 2.4m subscribers on his youtube channel (and a great deal more viewers).  His authentic, aggressive, yet humorous style are renowned in martial arts circles; Jim and Tom attempt to get to know the man behind the videos! Links to more Master Wong content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2NH07Y5tx_PQvqaQGzxKxQ https://masterwongsystem.com (https://masterwongsystem.com/) https://www.masterwong.tv/home27124386 https://twitter.com/masterwongtv?lang=en

Larry "The Natural Ekundayo is a Nigerian / London based professional Boxer Ekundayo was born in Lagos, Nigeria on 13 June 1982. He started boxing for self defense at the age of 12. In 1998, he won the Nigerian Amateur Bantamweight Championship and participated in the 1999 All African Games in South Africa. He made a career switch from bantamweight to welterweight and won the Nigerian Amateur Welterweight Championship in year 2000. He participated in the year 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester, UK and finished as a quarter finalist.  In 2006 and 2007, he won the championship title of the London Regional Amateur Boxing Association (ABA) championship. As an amateur, he won 110 of 125 fights he was engaged in. Larry’s career as a professional boxer started in November 2012 when he defeated three boxers in one night to become the Light Middleweight Prizefighter champion in London. He was the first boxer in the competition to be given a  knockout bonus.  On 30 October 2016, he defended his African Boxing Union’s Welterweight title by beating Ghanaian boxer, Joseph ‘The Double Horror’ Lamptey.  On 13 July 2018, he won the European International Boxing Federation title by defeating John Thain in London in a fight that lasted 12 rounds.  All being well he will contend for a world title in Lagos in 2019.

Primal Radio's world-famous Boxing Expert Doc Watson (Andy Watts) gives his take on the latest boxing news and issues including: 1. Boxers reliability  2. Gum Shields 3. Canelo v Jacobs  4. Joshua v Ruiz 5. Fury v Schwarz 6. Wilder v Breazeale 7. Crawford v Khan 8. Scraap Bunch turning Professional with a 35 second KO 9. And his recommended master class in boxing fight

Primal Radio is proud to interview Justo Diéguez whose Keysi Fighting Method has featured in numerous blockbuster movies.  Famed for it's iconic 'Pensador' defensive stance and combative application Keysi is now practiced all over the world.  In this weeks show Justo talks candidly about growing up in Spain, why he created his own system and his work with actors such as Liam Neeson, Daniel Craig, Tom Cruise and Christian Bale. For more intel on Justo/Keysi visit www.keysiworld.com

John Little is a writer and bodybuilding advocate.  He has written in field of martial arts notably writing the most extensive list of books on Bruce Lee ever.  John owns Nautilus North Strength & Fitness Centre and has written several excellent books on bodybuilding and physical conditioning.  www.nautilusnorthsfc.com

John Little is a writer and bodybuilding advocate.  He has written in field of martial arts notably writing the most extensive list of books on Bruce Lee ever.  John owns Nautilus North Strength & Fitness Centre and has written several excellent books on bodybuilding and physical conditioning.  www.nautilusnorthsfc.com

Jim and Tom run through the New York Times "The 36 questions that lead to Love".  The questions are broken up into three sets, with each set intended to be more probing than the previous one. The idea of the questions is that mutual vulnerability fosters closeness. To quote the study’s authors, “One key pattern associated with the development of a close relationship among peers is sustained, escalating, reciprocal, personal self-disclosure.” Allowing oneself to be vulnerable with another person can be exceedingly difficult, so this exercise forces the issue.

Much about nothing…  A show that won't live long in the memory!  Jim & Tom discuss: Soccer (football) Our training regimes Knowing your why Jim's 'fall from grace'

Jim McCann & Tom McGrath interview Rick Tucci, renowned and honoured martial artist and speaker, is known throughout the world as a teacher’s teacher. Rick has had an incredible journey through the world of martial arts and self-mastery.  His first step began in 1974 Seattle with Bruce Lee’s friend and protégé Taky Kimura, and through the years trained personally and privately with martial art greats such as Dan Inosanto, Ajarn Chai Sirisute, Herman Suwanda, Edgar Sulite, Paul De Thouars and many others. Rick also graduated top of his class at Executive Security International in 1985.

Primal Radio’s resident boxing expert, the World Famous Doctor Watson (Andy Watts) previews upcoming fights from the world of boxing. Featured fights include: • AJ v Miller • Wilder v Fury • Degale v Eubank Jnr • Joe Joyce v Bermane Stiverne • Errol Spence v Mikey Garcia • Terrence Crawford v Amir Khan • Canelo vs Daniel Jacobs • Naoya Inoue v Emmanuel Rodriguez  This show was recorded in February 2019

This week on Primal Radio Jim & Tom interview Dr. Jaime Hope, MD - on her book "Habit That". Healthy living nowadays seems to require spending one hour a day exercising, one-hour doing yoga, tons of time shopping for and prepping healthy meals, meditation time, journaling, quality time with family and friends…oh and getting plenty of sleep, doing well at our jobs, and finding downtime. It doesn’t take a math whiz to see that the hours dedicated toward each adds up to more than 24 hours in a day! It can seem overwhelming and a lot of people start with great intentions and then eventually just give up and revert back to their old unhealthy habits. In Habit That!, Dr. Hope teaches you how to fight against waning motivation and overcome the inevitable roadblocks on the road to healthy living. You’ll discover how simple, sustainable habits can reinforce the four pillars of health—eat, sleep, burn, and release—and support you in your daily life. https://drhopehealth.com https://www.amazon.com/Habit-That-Health-Just-Minutes/dp/1544512627/ref=sr1fkmrnull_1?crid=Y08UCALYS950&keywords=habit+that+jaime+hope&qid=1549840419&s=gateway&sprefix=habit+that%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-1-fkmrnull

Jim was washing his hair this week so Tom interviewed Jan Safarik founder of Paladin Academy (a firearms training institute based in Czech Republic / Slovakia). Jan talks through the courses he offers, his views on  EU firearms regulations, a run in with the law in Texas and a whole lot more!  http://www.paladin-academy.eu Safarik@Paladin-Academy.eu Tel: +420 776 674 868

Jim & Tom interview Grand Master Kevin Beale!  Kevin has been training in the Martial Arts and Boxing since the late seventies. He is one of the few people actually qualified and capable of methodically and accurately teaching these disciplines. Over the past thirty years he has trained and interfaced with many of the world’s top martial artists, police and military personnel, giving him a real world perspective on what is effective. Kevin has become one of the most knowledgeable, pragmatic and innovative experts in the business. Throughout his career, Kevin has had the opportunity to train with some of the top instructors in the world. Wally Jay, Reamy Presas, Michael DePasquale, Cacoy Canete, Hock Hocheim, Tim Tackett, Jim McCann and R.J. Oak to name a few. Grand Master American Bujutsu Kempo 8th Degree Black Belt American Bujutsu Kempo 6th Degree Black Belt Pacific Archipelago Combatives 5th Degree Black Belt Hawaiian Kempo Jujitsu 3rd Degree Black Belt Aiki-Jitsu Full Instructorship Close Quarter Combatives (SFCI) Full Instructorship Unarmed Combatives (SFCI) Full Instructorship Knife Combatives (SFCI) Full Instructorship SDMS Combatives (SFCI) Full Instructorship Tactical Weapons (ABKI) Full Instructorship Jeet Kune Do (WNG) Head Coach Submissions Fighting /Boxing (HFC) Trainer of numerous Boxing, Kickboxing and NHB Champions Starred in Xtreme Freestyle DVD Training Series Stared in Jim McCann’s, “The Art of Boxing”, training series Currently, Kevin has affiliations with Jim McCann’s Priman Gym NJ Hock Hocheim’s Force Neccessary Combatives and Tim Tackett’s Jeet Kune Do – Wednesday Night Group. Kevin L Beale BealeWarriorFit@gmail.com 919-646-8178

Jim & Tom interview 8th degree black belt - Chief Master Vincent Raimondi who is best known for Jeet Kune Do and his award winning martial arts schools in New Jersey specialising in ATA Tae Kwon Do.  Vincent began studying Tae Kwon Do in South America in 1973. He was a professional soccer player, active in judo and other martial arts before coming to the United States in 1977. In 1985 he became certified as an instructor by the ATA. This same year he opened his first ATA martial arts school in Roselle Park, NJ. Soon after, Mr. Raimondi began participating in many tournaments and consistently finished in the top ten.  His interest in learning other martial arts led him to study Jeet Kune Do and train under Ted Wong, beginning in 1990. In 2005 Mr. Raimondi received his certification as an instructor of JKD.  Vince joined forces with the JKD WNG in 1998 and has played a massive role in their world wide popularity regularly teaching seminars in countries such as Italy, Brazil and Argentina.

Nick Portella reviews 2018 and looks forward to 2019 in the worlds of Mixed Martial Arts and Bare Knuckle Boxing

Jim & Tom interview Michael Belzer, a lifelong martial artist with over 50 years of experience in a variety of fighting arts achieving his 8th Dan in Danzan Ryu Jujutsu, Advanced Instructor in Serrada Escrima and Gomokuroku in Shindo Muso Ryu Jojutsu. Michael began his training in Shindo Muso Ryu in 1974 at the age of 18 at the Rembukan Dojo under the 25th Headmaster of the art, Shimizu Takaji in Japan. He continued his training in the art in 1979, in Malaysia when he became a student of the legendary Donn F. Draeger, who was the first foreigner ever allowed to study and train in this Classical Martial Art of Japan. In 2008, Michael met Steven Bellamy-sensei, a Menkyo Kaiden (complete Transmission) of SMR and became his Deshi (personal student) to learn the advanced aspects of the art by making regular trips to Japan.

Jim and Tom talk through some highlights from 2018 and what they are looking forward to in 2019.

Jim & Tom are joined by Andy Watts AKA Doc Watson to discuss the eventful draw between Tyson Fury & Deontay Wilder

Primal Radio hosts Jim & Tom interview Dr John Beradi - GSP's Nutrition Coach and Founder of Precision Nutrition John is co-founder of Precision Nutrition, which has become the world's largest online nutrition coaching and certification company. He's an advisor to Apple, Equinox, Nike, and Titleist, and was recently selected as one of the 20 smartest coaches in the world by Livestrong.com. John has worked with numerous stars including the Championship winning San Antonio Spurs, and of course most pertinent to our show Georges Saint Pierre. Dr. Berardi received his PhD in Exercise Physiology and Nutrient Biochemistry at the University of Western Ontario, Canada. He's currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Eastern Michigan University and the University of Texas. For more details visit: https://www.precisionnutrition.com https://www.facebook.com/john.berardi.page/

Jim & Tom interview Master Steven Phillips. Master Steven Phillips is the proud owner of the West Windsor TaeKwonDo & Kickboxing Academy, purchased in 2005 from his mentor Grand Master Ye Bong Choi, a world renowned expert in TaeKwonDo (Korean Martial Arts). At 34 years old, Mr. Phillips is a 5tl Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo, having studied the art for over 25 years with Grand Master Y.B. Choi. He is an elite level martial artist with a lifetime of training and teaching experience. His early interest in the martial arts and dedicated training earned him a 1st Dan black belt by age 12. He began teaching classes shortly thereafter and competed as a member of Rutgers University's Tae Kwon Do team when he was only 14 years old. During his 25+ year martial arts career, Mr. Phillips has participated in hundreds of tournaments including full contact Karate, TaeKwonDo, and Kickboxing. His dynamic board-breaking techniques and tenacious sparring skills have generated more than 90 Championships and Tournament Grand Championships. He is an accomplished Kickboxer having competed in 13 Kickboxing fights. He has a 12:1 record — with four (4) knockouts. He holds the following titles:  World Professional Kickboxing League (WPKL) World Light-Heavy Weight Champion — May '08 World Professional Kickboxing Organisation (WPKO) World Light Heavy Weight Champion - June '07 World Kickboxing Union (WKU) World Light Heavy Weight Champion — June '07 Professional Kickboxing Federation (PKF) World Light Heavy Weight Champion — November '06 Professional Kickboxing Federation (PKF) New Jersey Light Heavy Weight Champion — October '06 https://wwtaekwondo.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksNoifBw1xA

Jim & Tom are joined by Primal Radio's World Famous Boxing Pundit Andy Watts AKA 'Doc Watson' who gives his expert views on: Mayweather vs. Tenshin Fury vs. Wilder Spence vs. Garcia Whyte vs. Chisora 2 Usyk vs. Bellew If you enjoyed the show please like it, share it and leave us a great review!

Jim & Tom interview Mick Thornton.  Mick is the founder of the BOTMA system (Blending Of The Martial Arts) and has studied extensively in many arts; Mick is a Full Instructor under the Tim Tackett's JKD Wednesday Night Group as well as an Full Instructor under our very own Jim McCann. He is a Master Firearms and CQC Instructor and serves as on the New World Mixed Martial Arts Association Advisory Board as their Chief Weapons Tactics Instructors.  Mick is located in Philadelphia, PA. Sifu Mick available for Seminars and Group training sessions.