The Empty Cup Podcast

Jason Korol and Eian Carlin talk about the various styles within JKD and whether or those styles are contradictory and if JKD and truly be a unified system. 

Hey, just making a comeback. Want to let everyone know where the show has been and it's possible future. 

This is an on-the-spot interview I did with Don Brock. Don is my Dia Si Hing in JKD. This is the first time I have met him and it was a great conversation. Hope you all enjoy it! Link to book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/?tag=amazusnavi-20&hvadid=229232982388&hvpos=1t1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14137944682630309108&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029965&hvtargid=kwd-13273016&ref=pd_sl_7j18redljs_e_p38

Jason Korol back on the program. In this episode, we talk about the misunderstandings between JKD and Wing Chun. And the myths JKD has about Wing Chun and Wing Chun has about JKD. Controversial topic! Consider yourself warned! Book on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Diet-Sins-Your-Failing-What-ebook/dp/B0777FPKZQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1517026148&sr=8-2&keywords=Diet+Sins

Richard Torres joins us again on the program. We talk about the certification that Bruce Lee gave to his students. Also, some great and rarely known Bruce Lee stories.  Link to the books on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Diet-Sins-Your-Failing-What-ebook/dp/B0777FPKZQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1516052299&sr=8-1&keywords=diet+sins   https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1516052337&sr=1-1&keywords=Fasting+to+break+your+plateau

This is basically a response to a response video. A good friend of mine, Taylor Kelly, over at Martial Tutor, did a response to a video made by another good friend Jason Korol. The video was about the relationship between JKD and MMA. So today on the show, Jason and I talk about the relationship between the two disciplines and what they can learn from each other. Enjoy! Link to book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Diet-Sins-Your-Failing-What-ebook/dp/B0777FPKZQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1513557594&sr=8-3&keywords=Diet+Sins

In this interview, Ando and I talk about everything under the Martial sun. Hard style Verses soft style, when to go to a new school, how to prepare for a fight and more! This was a great conversation. Listen and enjoy!   Link to book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Diet-Sins-Your-Failing-What-ebook/dp/B0777FPKZQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510866563&sr=8-3&keywords=Diet+Sins

Richard Torres, a Bruce Lee Historian, answers the tough questions. We talk about Bruce's evolution from Wing Chun to JKD. What he kept what he added and what he discarded? Find out in this interview.   Link to book on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510018240&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this interview, Shad and I talk about the good and ugly of seminar training. You can learn a lot from a seminar. However, there are some draw backs. There are things you need to watch for. What are they? Listen and enjoy! https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1509321396&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Jason Korol and I talk about the crossing over and training JKD and Wing Chun. Are there benefits? Are there set backs? Also, should there be a difference between a teacher and a practitioner? Should someone be held back because they cannot teach? And much much more. Enjoy!   Here is the link to the book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1508720251&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

David Whitehead is the host of his own podcast called, The Truth Warrior. He and I (Eian Carlin) talk about his background in the Martial Arts as well as his philosophy on the warrior mentality and the need for that mentality in today's world.    Link to the book on Weight Loss and Intermittent Fasting  https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1507499519&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Rokas, from the video, Aikido vs. MMA, joins us on today's program. He opens up about his background in Aikido and what made him what to pressure test it against an MMA fighter. Also, Rokas talks about how he is still using Aikido in his BJJ training    Book on Intermittent Fasting  https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506995251&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

The minds behind the popular video, Okinawan Karate: The Original MMA, Michel and Aaron, join me on the program today. We talk about the state of Karate, why it is considered useless by some, and what karate Culture is doing to raise it's street cred. Can kata be used in a real fight? If so, how? Does karate need to change or just be re-discovered?    Link to book on weight loss and intermittent fasting  https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506621133&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this episode, I talk to John Parish who was a student of Abel Sandoval, who was my Si Gong. There is little known about Able Sandoval in the world of JKD. He was a student Steve Johnson and Bill Holland's first JKD instructor. He was a competent fighter and a wealth of kung fu knowledge. Abel died back in 2005 of cancer and in this episode we celebrate his life.    Also, we are looking for anyone who may know some of Abel's students: Tommy Sanchez, Don Brock, and Dale Olson. If you know any of those people, please let them know that we would like to get in contact with them.  Link to the book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506358102&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

My apologies to everyone. The last podcast was an audio mistake. It was not my discussion with Jason but was a previous podcast. So here is the audio with Jason on the pros and cons of training JKD   Link to book on intermittent fasting: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505752554&sr=8-1&keywords=Fasting+to+break+your+plateau

What are the best and worst aspects of training JKD? Does JKD need improvement? If so, how? Can JKD contribute to MMA? If so, How? Also, how should you handle limiting beliefs about your training? All this and more in this episode of The Empty Cup Podcast!   Book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505421983&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

On this episode, Paul S. Lewis and I talk about comparing and really competing with JKD against other JKD'ers. Also, the future of JKD and grappling.   http://www.ijkdc.com/   Here is the book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503872411&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this episode, Shad and I talk about the pros and cons of training the Wing Chun Forms. What do the forms mean? What do the movements mean? Why are they ordered the way they are? And are there any disadvantages of training forms today? All this and more on today's episode!   Book on intermittent fasting: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503271397&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this conversation, Taylor and I talk about what it would take to make Akido and Karate legitimate fighting arts. Also, more on why MMA is the most realistic training around and the pros and cons of belt ranking. Enjoy! Link to the book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502393865&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

If you have to use your martial skills to defend yourself, even if you are in the right, you may have to face legal ramifications. What do you need to know if you have to talk to the police after defending yourself or a friend? The answer might shock you. Listen and learn on today's episode!   Book on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1501335696&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Is knife training compatible with JKD? If so, what is the best way to train with a knife and maintain the core essence of JKD? Also, what is the best way to prepare for a real knife attack? Learn all of this and more with today's guest Guru Billy Brown.    Link to book on Weight Loss: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500685574&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Have you ever wondered what the place is for leg locks in your Jiu Jitsu training? Or if Wing Chun is helpful for Jiu Jitsu? If you have, then let Gregor Strakl, our gest, help you out. Gregor is a brown belt in 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu and University of Grappling Athlete who most recently completed at EBI 10 Trial Invitational and is SJJIF World M1 Champion at brown belt. And this is not all of his accomplishments! Listen and enjoy!   Link to book on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500254222&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Was JKD Defined by the era in which it was developed? If so how much? Would JKD look different if it were developed today? Also, sau training for MMA and more!   Book On Weight Loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499382917&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Hear Sean Madigan from Dudes of Kung Fu and I chop it up over if one can reconstruct JKD from other styles. Also, hear how Sean got interested in the Martial Arts in the first place. Plus, hear our thoughts about the "new" video with Bruce Lee sparing.   Book on Intermittent Fasting: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498433759&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this episode you will learn why smiling may be your best self defense tool, and how to know the best school for you, and why teaching children may be more difficult that you might think.    Link to book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498154856&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Taylor Kelley is the founder of the Functional Taekwondo Federation. In this episode, we talk about how much of TKD is useful for reality based fighting, should we abandon Kata training altogether, and can MMA benefit from TKD training? Listen and find out the answers to these questions and more.    Link to book on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497290677&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this interview, I (Eian Carlin) talk to Daniel Woolhiser about his Freestyle Tae Kwon Do Federation. We talk about why he still does one steps and kata. As well as going back to traditional TKD in order to move his federation into the future.   Book on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497054324&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

What is the difference between Attributes and Techniques? How do these things differ from principle and your goals in the martial arts? How should you train Attributes? Listen and find out!   Link to book on weight loss: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496801359&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

What do woman really need to know in order to defend themselves? What is the worst thing a woman can do if she is being attacked? What should a woman do against a larger and stronger man who is looking to hurt her? Listen and find out.    Link to book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496083936&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Interview with Chewie from ChewJitsu. We talk about when it is good to learn leg locks when you know a student is ready for promotion, obsession over belts, and how your game develops over time.    Book on intermittent fasting: https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495485669&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

How not to be a jerk in class by understanding the etiquette of training on today's episode of The Empty Cup Podcast.    Link to book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495138931&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

Author of: JKD Pure and Simple, Jason Korol joins us today for some controversial topics. What is JKD? Is it a style? Is it a set of concepts? Is it both?  Find out our opinions on today's show.    Link to weight loss book https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494270277&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this interview with Kevin Secours, we talk about the true history of Systema, what makes Systema work and why some brands of Systema are not as effective. Can Systema be saved form a bad reputation? Find out in this episode.   Please support us by buying this book  

In this episode, Shad and I talk about the origin of factions in the Martial Arts. Are factions good? When does a faction become a completely different style of Martial Art? Find out this and more on this episode of The Empty Cup Podcast.   Link to book on weight loss https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493323236&sr=8-1&keywords=fasting+to+break+your+plateau

In this interview with 13 time world champion, Aaron Reis we tackle the challenging subject of whether or not sport karate can contribute to MMA. We also talk about what makes a fake black belt and in what ways traditional Martial Arts can benefit from cross training. 

In this interview with Professor Roy Dean, we talk about the different teaching methods. We analogize learning Martial Arts to learning a language. With that analogy, we talk about what is the best way to learn  Martial Arts in general and Jiu Jitsu in particular. What style of teacher are you? Which kind of student are you? Find out this and more in this episode.  Here is a link to my book on Fasting  https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491276505&sr=8-1&keywords=Eian+Carlin

In this interview with Stephan Kesting, we talk about a verity of topics including, how training for competition can make you better and worse at BJJ depending on what your goals are. In addition, we talk about when it's OK to go for the eyes when rolling, and where Wing Chun works best. Here is a link to my book on intermittent fasting  https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491276505&sr=8-1&keywords=Eian+Carlin

Awesome interview today with Professor Roy Harris. In this interview he talks about the five different categories of Martial Arts, which are most alike and which are most different. Also, what you really need to know to protect yourself on the street! Enjoy the program.  Here is a link to my book on intermittent fasting https://www.amazon.com/Fasting-Break-Your-Plateau-Intermittent-ebook/dp/B06XXT1VRM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491276505&sr=8-1&keywords=Eian+Carlin

In this episode, we (Eian and Shad) talk about the differences between MMA and Street combat, where they overlap and where they differ. Also, I talk about some real altercations that I (Eian) have been in and whether or not it looked like MMA. In addition me and Shad also give our top 3 fighting tips. And here is the link to my new book. Enjoy! https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Eian+Carlin

This is an interview with Adam Chan where he drops some major truth bombs! Like why your Martial Art is not traditional enough, and why MMA is not a "modern" Martial Art. Also, how to ready yourself for the street. You can get in contact with Adam here https://www.pragmaticmartialarts.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/adamchan1  

Fook Yeung and Jesse Glover student, Steve Smith share with us the lessons he learned from these two giants. He also gives us his own insight on Martial Art training and how to become a better martial artist. 

In this episode, Eian Carlin, and Shad Scott, interview Sean Madigan from The Dudes of Kung Fu Podcast. They talk about the differences between JKD and Wing Chun and whether or not JKD is improved, fixed, or corrected. Wing Chun. A controversial topic, so tune in and hear what we conclude.  Hey everyone, Just a quick note. This podcast originally dropped the audio at 10 min in. So I have (hopefully) corrected it. So this podcast is re-published. Thanks and sorry for the delay. 

In this interview, Eian Carlin talks to Matthew Arrington who has had seven full contact cage fights. Matthew says that JKD is the glue that holds all his other martial art training together. Here how JKD and other arts have helped him in the cage!

In this episode, Eian and Shad talk about why there are so many martial art schools that act like cults. Also, what kind of people run them and what kind of people join them. And some of the characteristics of a martial art cults. 

In this episode, Eian interviews Taylor Kelly who is the founder of a new Taekwondo federation called Functional Taekwondo. In this episode they two discuss what makes a martial art a bullshido martial art, how to bulshido proof, your martial art, what traditional TKD can offer to MMA, and what's new about his federation. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSIXsSYn_kPHgz_GCS7swdw https://www.facebook.com/functionaltkd https://www.patreon.com/user?u=4376699

In this episode, Eian Carlin and Shad Scott interview Daniel Arellano. Dan has won 3 MMA fights. First one by tko, second by ko and third by decision. In this episode, we talk about what it takes to prepare yourself for full contact. 

In this episode, Eian Carlin talks about what you need to know when you start a new style. Advanced to beginner or black belt to white belt, you will know how to handle it. Plus a digression on if Wing Chun is good for ground work. 

Today on the show we have guest Shad Scott a certified instructor in Wing Chun. We talk about whether or not certification is important or necessary. Also, when is it important to cross train another system and when can cross training another style hinder your progress. 

Eian Carlin talks about what the Empty Cup Podcast is all about. Topics, Guests, Controversy and more.