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“This journey didn't begin with fight promotion—it began with the love of the arts, and it continues because of it.”“Mastery is when you're unconsciously competent—your body knows before your mind can think.”“We didn't just build champions—we built humans. And you can feel the difference when they walk into the room.” – Scott CokerWelcome to a very special episode of the Black Belt Podcast. I'm your host, Harinder Singh, and today I'm joined by a true pioneer, visionary, and martial artist—Scott Coker.You may know him as the founder of Strikeforce, the former president of Bellator, or the man who helped shape the careers of some of the greatest fighters in the world. But what sets Scott apart is not just what he built—it's how he built it.At his core, Scott is a martial artist. A student and teacher who carries the legacy of Ernie Reyes, a master of building not just champions, but character. From training in Korea to creating global fight organizations, from discovering legends like Daniel Cormier and Ronda Rousey to launching his latest venture, “Fight Night,” Scott's journey is a masterclass in authenticity, intuition, and martial arts spirit.In this conversation, we dive into:The philosophy behind building warriors from the ground up.The subtle art of talent identification and what it means to feel someone's greatness before the world sees it.The return to grassroots martial arts through “Fight Night” in San Jose.The evolving culture of combat sports—from rings to cages, from Muay Thai to MMA.And most importantly, what it really means to live, breathe, and walk the path of martial arts—on and off the mat.This is more than a conversation. It's a rare glimpse into the heart and mind of someone who's helped shape the evolution of modern martial arts, all while staying deeply rooted in the traditional code of the warrior.

 "Survive first, win later. The goal is to stay in the fight."  "Martial arts training can be the crucible for developing life skills beyond fighting—mental toughness, social intelligence, and adaptability."  "If your goal is longevity, your #1 priority should be injury prevention."  "You can't define someone else's success—choose your own path in martial arts and life."  -Stephan Kesting Welcome to the Black Belt Podcast, where we explore the art, philosophy, and evolution of martial arts beyond just technique—diving deep into its impact on mindset, adaptability, and real-world application. I'm your host, Harinder Singh, and today's guest is none other than Stephan Kesting—a Canadian martial artist, educator, and author renowned for his contributions to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and other martial arts. Holding a fourth-degree black belt in BJJ, he has dedicated over 40 years to martial arts training, including disciplines such as Combat Submission Wrestling, Kajukenbo Karate, and various forms of Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts. His extensive background also encompasses studies in Judo, Sambo, Kung Fu, Capoeira, and Muay Thai. Stephan is the founder of GrappleArts.com and brings a broad perspective on martial arts effectiveness across different contexts—from sport to street to survival. In addition to being a world-class instructor, Stephan has a background in outdoor survival training, having completed an unassisted 42-day solo canoe trip covering 1,000 miles through seven river and lake systems, without seeing another human for 21 days. 

“If you define success by achieving specific things on a rigid path, then you set yourself up for disappointment. True success is process-oriented, goal-focused.”"In a finite game, the purpose is to win. In an infinite game, the purpose is to keep playing.”"Winning isn't always the best indicator of success. Performing at your highest level is."--Herb Perez"Welcome to The Black Belt Podcast! I'm your host, Harinder Singh, and today we have a truly remarkable episode lined up for you. My guest is none other than Olympic gold medalist, martial artist, strategist, and master coach—Herb Perez.Herb is a living embodiment of what it means to be a true martial artist—not just in skill, but in mind, heart, and philosophy. He's a competitor at the highest level, a deep thinker, and a leader who has helped shape the next generation of martial artists and high performers. His journey has taken him from the Olympic podium to coaching, law, business, and now authorship, with his new book, One Champion's Pathway: A Guide to Personal Success.In this episode, we go beyond just martial arts and competition. Herb shares the hidden truths behind success, breaking down the infinite game—why mastery isn't about winning but about staying in the game and continuously evolving. We talk about the power of patience, the difference between performance and results, and how to prepare, read, and manipulate an opponent at the highest levels of competition.This is an episode about strategy, focus, perseverance, and transformation—a masterclass for martial artists, athletes, coaches, and anyone seeking to unlock their full potential in any field.So, get ready for some incredible wisdom, and let's dive into my conversation with the legendary Herb Perez."

"Fear is not my enemy; it is a friend. Fear is only allowing me to see an aspect of myself I was not willing to look at.""The only moment you can truly live or die is now. So why waste time on the past or worry about the future?""When you remember who you are, you don't need to discover yourself; you just need to align with your spiritual origin.""Teaching is not a process; it's instantaneous. You learn in the moment if you are truly present.""If I become the best I can be now, every moment becomes a miracle.""Martial arts is life—it's about who you are when you're not in the dojo.""True mastery lies in living honor, integrity, and presence—not in titles or ranks."  --- Mike StoneWelcome to another powerful episode of The Black Belt Podcast! I'm your host, Harinder Singh, and today we have a truly legendary guest joining us—a pioneer, a philosopher, and a living embodiment of the martial arts spirit.  My guest this episode is Mr. Mike Stone.  He is not just a martial artist; he's an icon whose contributions to the martial arts world have shaped generations. Known for his unmatched competitive record during the "blood and guts" era, Mike has been a trailblazer in sport karate and a voice for the deeper, transformative power of martial arts. His journey spans decades of mastery, from being a champion fighter to becoming a philosopher of life, exploring the realms of mindset, synchronicity, and the universal laws that govern our existence.In today's episode, Mike takes us beyond the physical techniques of martial arts and into the spiritual and mental depths that define true mastery. He shares his profound insights on living in the present, integrating fear as a tool for growth, and remembering who we truly are. With his characteristic candor and wisdom, Mike Stone will challenge you to reimagine not just martial arts, but your life itself.My key takeaway is that the essence of martial arts is not just a physical discipline, but a pathway to spiritual and mental growth, fueled by honor, respect, and integrity.  The ultimate journey in life and martial arts is to know oneself, and to start asking, “Who am I?” and start living in alignment with love and light. We dive deep into mindset and synchronicity and discuss how synchronicity and alignment with universal laws can create meaningful transformations.  Mike champions the power of the present moment as the only reality, urging listeners to live fully in the now rather than dwelling on the past or future.  So, buckle up and get ready for a conversation that will inspire, provoke, and empower. This is an episode you do not want to miss. Let's dive in!

Harinder Singh explores Bhai Vir Singh's unique framing of Sikh history at Bhai Vir Singh Sahitya Sadan, Delhi. • How did Bhai Vir Singh perceive and narrate Sikh history?• What lens did he use to contextualize Sikh history within Indic and Western frameworks?• How does his understanding inspire contemporary interpretations of Sikh history? Dive into the wisdom of Bhai Vir Singh and discover how his perspectives continue to shape the Sikh worldview. Featuring: Harinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh) #SikhCommunity #Sikhs #BhaiVirSingh #SikhHistory #Sikh #History --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Since 1984, in the aftermath of “Operation Blue Star” and the Sikh Genocide, many narratives have surfaced—graphic, heartbreaking, and deeply emotional. Yet, one crucial perspective often remains overlooked: the voices of the first responders. These brave individuals saved lives, offered aid in relief camps, and documented the earliest accounts of the atrocities. Join SikhRI as we pay tribute to those who answered the call of humanity during those dark days in Delhi. Featuring an esteemed panel of historians, activists, and legal advocates, this video sheds light on their courageous efforts. Featuring: Uma Chakravarti (https://sikhri.org/people/uma-chakravarti) Sucheta Mahajan (https://sikhri.org/people/sucheta-mahajan) Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay (https://sikhri.org/people/nilanjan-mukhopadyay) Harvinder Singh Phoolka (https://sikhri.org/people/harvinder-singh-phoolka) Paramjeet Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/paramjeet-singh) Sanam Sutirath Wazir (https://sikhri.org/people/sanam-sutirath-wazir) Amandeep Singh Sandhu (https://sikhri.org/people/amandeep-sandhu) Harinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Can mastering your center truly transform your life? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Sifu Harinder Singh, a revered master of Qigong and Jeet Kune Do. Sifu Singh introduces his groundbreaking "Master Your Center" method, a technique designed to help individuals find grounding and inner peace amidst chaos. Influenced by Bruce Lee's philosophy, Sifu Singh emphasizes the importance of adaptability in achieving both personal and professional growth. This episode promises to unlock secrets of energy work and its profound impact on peak performance and martial arts.Listen as Sifu Singh shares a transformative story of one of his clients whose life was dramatically changed through his coaching. We also discuss the ongoing challenge of maintaining balance and avoiding burnout in today's tech-driven world. Sifu Singh offers practical advice and shares his inspiring journey, from overcoming early career obstacles to achieving remarkable success. If you're striving to elevate your personal and professional life, this episode is packed with invaluable insights you won't want to miss.

Listen as Santbir Singh delves into an in-depth conversation with Harinder Singh about Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, a pivotal figure in 20th-century Sikh history. Jarnail Singh played a significant role in the events leading up to the June 1984 Ghallughara. While celebrated by many in the Sikh community, he remains a contentious figure, often demonized by the media. This discussion aims to uncover the man behind the myth and explore the true legacy of Sant Jarnail Singh. Don't miss this compelling exploration of history and identity: https://youtu.be/RjkOt0ea1Gg Featuring: Harinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh) Santbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/santbir-singh) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

21. Khushwant Singh Lit Fest: Indian, Pakistani & Bangladeshi authors - In this special We'd Like A Word India episode at the Khushwant Singh Literary Festival, co-hosts Paul Waters & Jonathan Kennedy (standing in for Stevyn Colgan) hear ideas from top authors of fiction, non-fiction, memoir & poetry & other experts. WARNING - one of our interviewees (Farrukh Dhondy) gets a bit sweary. WHO IS JONATHAN KENNEDY? WHY IS HE HERE? AND WHERE IS STEVYN COLGAN? Jonathan was Director of Arts in India for 5 years for the British Council. He's been everywhere in India and knows everyone there involved in culture. He was also for 12 years the Executive Director of Tara Arts, looking at the world through a South Asian lens. Jonathan is doing some India & South Asian episodes of We'd Like A Word with us. We'll drop them in every now & then. Normal service will be resumed with Steve & Paul shortly. Our guests on this WLAW KSLF episode include Harinder Singh, who with The Singh Twins & Gopinder Kaur has created the book Jewels of Sikh Wisdom; Pinky Lilani, cook, networker extraordinaire, founder of Asian Women of Achievement, & author of Some Kind of Wonderful; Nadia Kabir Barb of The Whole Kahani south Asian women's writers' collective & author of the short story collection, Truth or Dare; Farrukh Dhondy, author, playwright, media executive & activist - who writes about his bookish relationship with the notorious serial killer Charles Sobraj; Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi & her debut novel, The Centre; sisters Shirin & Marina Wheeler who write separately about their parents - Shirin on her father, the iconic journalist Charles Wheeler - Witness to the Twentieth Century, & Marina on her mother, Dip - The Lost Homestead - My Mother, Partition and the Punjab; poet Imtiaz Dharker on her latest collection, Shadow Reader; Aneysha Minocha, founder & CEO of Quantaco, the green tech, clean tech carbon-reducing start-up that grabbing attention; & Akshat rathi, author of Climate Capitalism, also senior reporter for Bloomberg news & host of the Zero podcast on climate change. Phew - that's loads! What is the Khushwant Singh Literary Festival? The Indian version happens in breathtakingly spectacular surroundings inside the military cantonment in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, in the foothills of the Himalayas. Paul's been there. This recording is at the London spin-off at the Brunei Gallery at SOAS - the School of Oriental and African Studies. Khushwant Singh was one of India's most prolific authors, a scholar, journalist, iconoclast & dubbed "the most honest man in India." The festival is keen to promote closer ties between India & Pakistan; equal opportunities for women worldwide; & disseminating the values of democracy, tolerance, compassion in a world that is increasingly more polarised. We'd Like A Word is a podcast & radio show from authors Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan. We talk with writers, readers, editors, agents, celebrities, talkers, poets, publishers, booksellers, & audiobook creators about books - fiction & non-fiction. We go out on various radio & podcast platforms. Our website is http://www.wedlikeaword.com for information on Paul, Steve & our guests. We're on Twitter @wedlikeaword & Facebook @wedlikeaword & our email is wedlikeaword@gmail.com Yes, we're embarrassed by the missing apostrophes. We like to hear from you - questions, thoughts, ideas, guest or book suggestions. Perhaps you'd like to come on We'd Like A Word to chat, review or read out passages from books. Paul is writing a new cosy mystery series set in contemporary Delhi - more on that anon. And if you're still stuck for something to read now, may we recommend Blackwatertown, the thriller by Paul Waters or Cockerings, the comic classic by Stevyn Colgan.

Nina is joined by Dave Davis and Harinder Singh as the duo look back on Klopp's last season. discussing the highs and lows and what lies ahead. All this and more in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harinder Singh, Senior Fellow of Research and Policy at the Sikh Research Institute, delves deeper into the themes of Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation, and Prevention. April is recognized as Sikh Heritage Month in Canada and is also dedicated to these critical themes. He explores the intersection of these important topics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Trev Downey, Dave Davis & Harinder Singh relive and recap on Jurgen Klopp's time at Liverpool. Discussing hopes and expectations when he joined and how he transformed the Reds into a football force. All this and more on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Harinder Singh and Mo Dhaliwal as they delve into the profound experiences of the Third Ghallughara (large-scale massacre) in India in 1984 and beyond. This insightful conversation goes beyond mere recounting, aiming to illuminate diverse perspectives on Sikh history, politics, spirituality, and future aspirations. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion! Harinder Singh (http://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Harinder Singh, Senior Fellow in Research and Policy at the Sikh Research Institute, speaks with Sukhman Singh, Co-Founder and Director of Ensaaf, delving into the occurrence, extent, and aftermath of the Sikh Genocide. Their dialogue seeks to illuminate the organized violence orchestrated by the Indian State against the Sikh community, resulting in numerous disappearances and extrajudicial killings. Ensaaf, a human rights organization, has meticulously documented close to 20,000 such instances, underscoring the widespread scale of the atrocities perpetrated. Featuring: Harinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh) Sukhman Singh Watch the discussion at: https://youtu.be/KjLZpLh3qGg #SikhHistory #Sikhism #SikhCommunity #Sikh --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

As we are just past the half way point of the season, Trev Downey, Dave Davis and Harinder Singh got together to assess the performances of players, management and fans to date and then predicted their grades for the end of the season. In a wide-ranging chat, the lads discuss the new boys, Kloppo's legacy, the ongoing atmosphere debate and the wisdom or otherwise of not doing any January business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Spiritual Growth is not necessarily found on a yoga mat, in the dojo, or in a meditation room, it's found in the space between your thoughts, it's found in the space between your decisions, it's found in the still point in the transition between stimulus and response.  If I can pause and master those transitions and come to center in those moments and choose something other than what I would have done, that is functional spirituality and growth in all aspects of my life. Now I become player number one, changing the code, changing the game, changing the trajectory, because I am consciously aware of what I used to do, and I am consciously aware of what's happening, and I take a moment to pause, and I choose something different.  And that's where that growth starts to happen.”—Harinder SinghThe Fantastic Budo Brothers have stepped in this week to interview me for this episode.  For those of you who don't know I will share a little of my background.  I am a Martial Artist, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Speaker, Author and High-Performance Coach.  I teach elite audiences and organizations "How to Master Their Center and Flow in Chaos”.  I specialize in training the trainers and have had the distinct honor of working with Black Belt School Owners, Military, Special Forces, Secret Service, and SWAT Teams.  I have shared my programs with over  150 Law Enforcement Agencies, Silicon Valley Business Leaders, and Professional Athletes across the globe.  As a profession I teach Jeet Kune Do, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Wing Chun, and the Filipino Martial Arts. I love Boxing, Wrestling and Savate and hold a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.  I am currently a Doctoral Candidate of Chinese Energetic Medicine and was honored to be inducted into the Martial Arts Masters Hall of Fame in 2019.This episode is all about developing accurate perceptive awareness and fostering effective interactions.  My key takeaway is that martial arts teaches us so much more than punching, kicking, stabbing, and choking.  It teaches us essential skills of how to relax under pressure, slow down our perception of time, expand our awareness, read our opponents, and make conscious choices in chaos.  There is no experience that can be disassociated from your relationship to your center.  The ability to find your center, move from your center, keep your center under pressure, and recover your center after being knocked off is the key to personal and professional performance.  We dive deep into discovering how to know yourself and others, how to cultivate stillness in chaos, and the art of honestly express yourself.  We also define mastery, not as a destination but rather as the continuous change and transformation of the being.  I truly believe that martial arts are the greatest vehicle to develop our human potential, discover the cause of our ignorance, and unleash our superpowers of creativity, connectivity, and adaptability.  A big shout out to the Budo brothers for stepping in as guest interviewers and to all of you my listeners thank you for joining me on this journey.

Join us for an inspiring talk on the profound connection between personal Sikhi practice and our collective responsibilities in today's world. Listen as Harinder Singh sheds light on how Sikhi guides our individual lives and shapes a better society. https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

It has been 39 years since the 1984 Sikh Genocide orchestrated by the Indian government. Why is the legal course of action still necessary? What outcomes have been achieved so far, and what else is being pursued? How can the Sikhs and non-Sikhs help in Panjab, Inspora, and Diaspora? Harinder Singh's conversation covers a range of themes with Mr. Harvinder Singh Phoolka from Sikh, Panjabi, Indian, and International perspectives. ⁠Watch the full video⁠ Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Harvinder Singh Phoolka - sikhri.org/people/harvinder-singh-phoolka #SikhGenocide #Sikh #SikhHistory #SikhCommunity #SikhMassacre #Sikhism #Sikhs #Webinar #1984 #SikhMassacre1984 #SikhGenocide1984 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Listen as Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur discuss the larger context around the latest events in Canada.  What is the background needed to make sense of current events?  What does this mean for Sikhs globally?  How can we be thoughtful and strategic in our responses? Why is guidance from Guru Granth Sahib so paramount to addressing this situation? Watch the full video Harinder Singh - https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - https://sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur #Punjab #Diaspora #SikhCommunity #Sikhs #Canada #CanadianPolitics #India #Policy #PunjabNews #PunjabiEvents #LatestNewsIndia #SikhsWorldwide #SikhNews #SikhiDaily --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“Don't take yourself too seriously, if you do it is about your ego.  If I get my ass kicked, I will brag about it, because then it means I am learning something.  We go into these things as insecure beings, I was no different.  But be willing to learn, my philosophy revolves around the concept of learning.  I have progressed a great deal, because every time I train with someone, I will come out better in some way.  I want to grow every time.” – Michael Jai WhiteReturning as my guest this episode is Michael Jai White, a highly trained martial artist, and actor.  Michael has broken barriers as a Hollywood star and is an International Box office sensation. He is a national martial arts champion, a special education teacher, and a Black Belt under the legendary Bill “Superfoot” Wallace.  He was awarded Black Belt Magazines, 2015 Man of the Year. This episode is all about approaching the study of martial arts with humility and honesty.  My key takeaway is that the Ego is the enemy and it stands in the way of progress and growth.  Humility relaxes the Ego and allows martial artists to face their insecurities and control issues.  By repeatedly putting yourself in uncomfortable positions and letting go of what other people think you will become comfortable expressing your authentic self and this will unlock your true hidden potential.  We also dive deep into the value of sparring, and how to get the most out of your sessions.  Michael shares great stories of his encounters with Floyd Mayweather, Donald Cerrone, and Michael Bisbing.  This was a fascinating conversation about martial arts, philosophy, and mindset, tune in for another great episode with Michael Jai White.

“The ability to relax under pressure is the trait that all the greats share.  Panic is the most useless emotion that humans can have in any situation.  Fear is a good thing, it tells you , you have a problem, the question is how do I fix that problem, bringing panic into it is not going to help the problem.  The people that are the ones that tend to come out on top are the ones that can manage their emotions and manage everything that is occurring in that chaos.  They understand that it is ok to lose a little bit, they don't get mad or angry when someone hits them, they acknowledge it, everything in fighting is a mindset, it's the mindset of  I may not win every second, I don't have to win every battle, I don't have to win every engagement, in the end, I have to win the war, this comes from attrition.  Putting shots on people that slowly and systematically diminish their ability to put shots on you.” – Big John McCarthyMy guest this episode is the one and only Big John McCarthy.  He is a commentator for Bellator MMA, and is a former mixed martial arts referee, who is best known for officiating in the UFC.  He is a former officer of the Los Angeles Police Department and has been involved with the UFC since the very beginning.   The UFC started with very few rules, and Big John was instrumental in creating the Unified Rule Set which led to fighter safety and ultimately the growth of the sport.  He is famous for his catchphrase “Let's get it on” and currently co-hosts an MMA and Combat sports podcast, titled “Weighing In” with Josh Thompson.This episode is all about the physical and mental evolution of combat sports and combat athletes.  My key takeaway is that Panic is the most useless emotion that a human can have in any situation.  Fear is a good thing, it tells you that you have a problem, but bringing panic into the situation is not going to help the problem.  The people that come out on top in a combat sport or in life are the ones who can manage their emotions and manage everything that is occurring in that chaos.  They understand that it is ok to lose a little bit, they don't get angry or upset when an opponent or life hits them, rather they relax under the pressure and start to make conscious choices in the chaos.  We also dive deep into the evolution of mixed martial arts from UFC1 to the present moment where MMA is the fastest growing sport in the world.  Tune in to a truly eye-opening experience and hear first-hand from someone who has been in the trenches since day one.  

Listen as Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Women & Gender in Sikhi from a Gurmat (Guru's Way) perspective, as inferred from Bani (wisdom), Tavarikh (history), and Rahit (lifestyle). How did the Sikh Gurus address women's issues? How did they frame or reframe gender? Regarding women's and gender issues within the Panth today, why is there a disparity between principles and practice, and how do we close that gap? ~~~ Presenters  Harinder Singh - https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - https://sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Manvinder Kaur - https://sikhri.org/people/manvinder-kaur Listen to all podcasts at: ⁠https://sikhri.org/podcasts⁠ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT OUR CHANNEL 

“The Mind is the primary weapon.  Everything else is just a means to an end. When the body fails the mind takes over.  When the mind fails the spirit takes over. There is no greater study, higher study than the study of self.” – Gerry Chisolm "Lady Sensei"My guest this episode is Gerry Chisolm, who is known as the Lady Sensei.  She is the founding president of the Women's Martial Arts Network, a 3rd Dan in Ninjutsu under Professor Ronald Duncan who is considered to be the Father of American Ninjutsu.  She is also a 5'th Dan Instructor in Vee Arnis Jitsu and is an NRA Certified Range Safety Officer who has spent more than 8 years as a Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Emergency Response Team Member.  She is highly skilled in crisis prevention and management and has de-escalated thousands of clinical interventions, and travel's the world teaching women's self-defense and 21'st century combatives which include empty hands and improvised weapons.This episode is all about making the weak strong.  We live in a world where stronger people both psychologically and physically can tend to trample on and take advantage of smaller or weaker people.  My key takeaway is that fear and lack of self-knowledge is what holds people back from reclaiming their power and discovering their true potential.  Martial Arts training provides us with the skills and tools that help us deal with adversity, face our fears, and heal from our traumas.  With the proper tools and guidance, we realize that courage is a choice in the face of fear and that peace is a choice amidst the chaos.   We also dive deep into training methods, and specifically discuss how women must be approached differently than men.  Lady Sensei drops some major insight into the differences and shares how to effectively communicate and tailor programs for women.  I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and was inspired by Lady Sensei's personal story of how she has dealt with bullying, trauma, and a man who stalked her for 4 years.  She is a true example of the life transformative power of martial arts, and her ministry is one of making the weak strong.  Tune in for a powerful experience.

“Exist to Inspire, Martial arts is so much more than what people think.  If you live the way, and actually make martial arts part of your lifestyle it comes with these values and skillsets that no one can take away from you and can be used in all aspects of your life.” – Mr. Mikey Dillard“I want kids to have confidence and discipline, self-respect and respect for others, I want kids to stand out, a place where they fit in, have achievable goals, we exist to inspire, and we are here to grow martial arts.” – Mr. Michael DillardMy special guests this episode are Mr. Michael Dillard who is the CEO and Founder of Century Martial Arts and his son Mr. Mikey Dillard who is Century's CFO.  Century Martial Arts was founded in 1976 by Michael Dillard as one man working out of his garage, it has grown into a worldwide leader and innovator off martial arts equipment, instruction, and transformed the professional martial arts industry.  Century's success is due to the fact that it is owned and operated by Martial Artists, Michael Dillard is a multi-style black belt and is a 2 time National Karate Champion, his son Mikey Dillard is also a highly accomplished Tang Soo Do Black Belt, BJJ Brown Belt and has fought MMA. This episode is all about leadership and inspiration through the love of the martial arts lifestyle.  My key takeaway is that Martial Artists who are instructors in schools are catalysts to inspire change in people.  Martial arts instructors and school owners are the ones instilling the values of confidence, honor, and discipline inside their students, and make martial arts so much more than a physical activity like other sports.  We dive deep into the humble beginnings of Mr. Dillard's career, his training with Chuck Norris, Roger Green, Bill Wallace, to the development of Century Martial Arts and their plans for the future.  We also take a look at how martial arts training directly transfers to leadership in business.  The Dillard's truly live the martial arts lifestyle, they train in the morning, work, teach at lunch, work, and get back to training.  Tune in for a wonderful episode, the father and son stories are entertaining and inspiring, but above all the love, commitment and dedication to the martial arts values and the power they have to change lives is what makes this family and company thrive.   

“The key to getting good at anything is mindful training over time.  Make a conscious effort to shift gears, empty your cup of everything in your day, so you can become present and focus on your martial arts training.  Spontaneous right action equals a moment of enlightenment, in the moment at your best, mental clarity, physical energy, and emotional calm.  In flow you will automatically find the best solution to handle situations.” – Dave Kovar My guest this episode is Hanshi Dave Kovar who is a multi-style black belt and is known as “The Teacher of Teachers”. He is the founder of Kovar's Satori Academies and PROMAC, the Professional Martial Arts College.  He is a prolific author and the epitome of professionalism and humility. His formulas for integrity-based success coaching have transformed martial arts training, teaching, and business across the globe. This episode is filled with guidance and wisdom from a true pioneer of the Professional Martial Arts Industry.This episode is all about personal and professional development through martial arts.  We discuss how to learn, how to teach, and how to develop quality professional instructors that can empower others.  My Key Takeaway is that the Ultimate aim of martial arts training is to strive towards the perfection of character so that you can become the best version of yourself and bring it to your students.  We dive deep into using traditional martial arts for spiritual development and how to battle the ego.  Hanshi shares his insight on how to approach the study of martial arts curriculum and the importance of becoming a well-rounded martial artist.  Above all what I appreciate about Mr. Kovar, is the way he carries himself and lives the martial arts lifestyle on and off the matts.  This was a wonderful episode, with practical advice on how to become more mindful and present in your training and in your life.Join us at the 2023 ProMAC International Martial Arts Conference in Sacramento, CA, from MAY 18- 20.  It's an amazing opportunity Accelerate your growth with hands-on Business and Martial Arts Training.  Learn from the experts and enhance your skills with leading Martial Artists, School Owners, and Instructors.  I am so honored to be giving the Opening Keynote and conducting a Physical Martial Arts Session.  For our Black Belt Podcast Listeners Hanshi Kovar is graciously giving you $100 off of each ticket until 4/30, and then $75 off until the event date! The code is BLACKBELTVIP23. Visit www.promacconference.com and click “apply promo code” before ticket selection.  See you there.

Listen as Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur discuss the larger Sikh context around the latest events in Panjab. What is the background needed in order to make an informed judgement of current events? How can we as Sikhs be more thoughtful and strategic in our responses when engaging in the conversation? ~~~ Harinder Singh - https://sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - https://sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur #Punjab #Diaspora #SikhCommunity #Sikhs #India #Policy #PunjabNews #PunjabiEvents #LatestNewsIndia #SikhsWorldwide #SikhNews #SikhiDaily --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“Martial Arts is a people building device, it teaches you how to live in a chaotic world and be happy.  If we make the best of our lives by doing our best in life, we can create the life that we want.  And that's really what life is about, being kind, courteous, respect, and respect for yourself.  Do things that make you feel good and help people to be kind.” – Ron Van CliefMy guest this episode is Ron Van Clief, The Black Dragon.  Mr. Van Clief is a multi-style Martial Arts Pioneer, a decorated Marine Corps and Vietnam Veteran, and an actor in Hollywood and Hong Kong Films.  He has competed in over 900 tournaments, a 5-time world Karate/Kung Fu Champion and a 15 time All American Champion.  At the age of 51 he competed in UFC 4 against at that time the Undefeated Royce Gracie.  In 2023 at the age of 80 he received his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt and is actively competing in BJJ Competitions.  He is the 2002 Black Belt Magazine Instructor of the Year and has taught over 200,000 students over his career.  His extensive experience in Martial Arts covers Goju Ryu Karate, Wing Tsun, Modern Arnis, and BJJ.  This episode was all about the love of martial arts and how to stay young in the body, mind, and spirit.  We dive deep into Mr. Van Clief's story, starting from his early beginnings with Grand Master Moses Powell, to his Military Service, to his Hong Kong Films, to his UFC Fight against Royce Gracie, to his current quest of earning a BJJ Black Belt.  His story is one of great inspiration and mental fortitude.  We discuss his bouts with Racism and PTSD, he was lynched in the 1960's and his Helicopter was shot down in Vietnam.  My Key Take away is that martial arts can be used as a vehicle to heal from unimaginable traumatic experiences and live a life filled with great joy, happiness, and kindness.  We will all be faced with challenges, how we face these challenges is what will determine the quality of our lives.  We have to be strong enough to forgive and make the best of our lives by doing the best in our lives.  Life is really about respect, for yourself and for others.  The ultimate purpose of martial arts is to be kind, courteous, and help others by first helping ourselves.  We also dive deep into his training experience in many different styles, and his realization that no one style has it all, and that through extensive research and study we get to the point of finding our own unique style.  This is a special martial arts lifestyle episode that will inspire you to train and redefine your concept of aging and what is possible.

“When people are faced with obstacles, they try to brush it away, or shut it out of their minds.  Obstacles and doubts are different.  Obstacles are real and doubts are created by the mind.  Martial Arts is one of the best ways for your mind to train for real situations.  You have to deal with situations and deal with them right now.  You have to face it right now.  This training has shaped everything.  You are not looking for a way out, you are looking for a solution.  As a martial artist, I become a problem solver, and get to figure it out.”  -- Zoltan BathoryMy guest this episode is Zoltan Bathory who is a Martial Artist and a World Class Musician.  He is the founder and rhythm guitarist of Las Vegas based heavy metal band Five Finger Death Punch.  In 2010, he was named Golden God's "Best Shredder" by Metal Hammer magazine.  He is an actively competing martial artist, holding Black Belts in both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo.  In 2022 he won Gold Medals at the IBJJF International Open Jiu-Jitsu Championships in both Black Belt Super Heavy Masters and Black Belt Absolute Masters Divisions.  He also practices Wing Chun Kung Fu and is one of a few civilians certified by the US Army as a Modern Army Combatives Instructor.  Bathory is also a founding board member of the veterans nonprofit Home Deployment Project in Las Vegas and sits on the Board of Advisors at VETPAW (Veterans Empowered to Protect African Wildlife), an anti-poaching organization operating on the African continent, composed of US combat veterans.This episode is a truly enlightening discussion and a journey into the conscious experience of being a martial artist.  We dive deep into how to get the body and mind to work in perfect harmony so we can harness our true potential and find flow on the matts and in our lives. My key takeaway is that the through the practice of martial arts we can unleash the power of creativity and solve problems in real time.  Martial Arts provides us with an experiential feedback loop in which we get to test our ability to relax under pressure, create sequences and adapt and change under pressure.  We also dive deep into the spiritual growth that comes through martial arts, how we get to grow as people, express ourselves without fear, and responsibly conduct ourselves with integrity and honor.  I thoroughly enjoyed this episode; it is a true reminder of the value of the mental and spiritual benefits of martial arts practice.  After all we don't “Do martial arts, we become martial arts.  It's a Lifestyle”.

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the tenth composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib declares that identifying with the attributes and existence of the 1 eliminates fear. Guru Sahib disrupts the practice of identifying with deities and celestial bodies, for only the 1 who is beyond the cycle of birth and death eliminates fear. In this eleventh and final podcast of the series, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's utterances on the 1's Identification. They discuss the context around the Guru's references to various Divine names, smaller deities, and sages, as well as various religious texts. They then discuss the Guru's emphasis on the vastness of IkOankar through his description of the One as infinite, formless, and colorless. Finally, they offer closing personal reflections on the series. Sabad ਦੇਵਗੰਧਾਰੀ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਬਿਨੁ ਹਰਿਨਾਮੁ ਨ ਬਾਚਨ ਪੈ ਹੈ॥ ਚੌਦਹਲੋਕ ਜਾਹਿ ਬਸਿ ਕੀਨੇ ਤਾ ਤੇ ਕਹਾਂ ਪਲੈ ਹੈ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਰਾਮ ਰਹੀਮ ਉਬਾਰਿ ਨ ਸਕਿ ਹੈ ਜਾਕਰ ਨਾਮੁ ਰਟੈ ਹੈ॥ ਬ੍ਰਹਮਾ ਬਿਸਨੁ ਰੁਦ੍ਰ ਸੂਰਜ ਸਸਿ ਤੇ ਬਸਿ ਕਾਲ ਸਬੈਹੈ॥੧॥ ਬੇਦ ਪੁਰਾਨ ਕੁਰਾਨ ਸਬੈ ਮਤਿ ਜਾਕਰ ਨੇਤਿ ਕਹੈ ਹੈ॥ ਇੰਦ੍ਰ ਫਨਿੰਦ੍ਰ ਮੁਨਿੰਦ੍ਰ ਕਲਪ ਬਹੁ ਧਿਆਵਤਿ ਧਿਆਨ ਨ ਐ ਹੈ॥੨॥ ਜਾਕਰ ਰੂਪ ਰੰਗ ਨਹਿ ਜਨਿਯਤਿ ਸੋ ਕਿਮ ਸ੍ਯਾਮ ਕਹੈ ਹੈ॥ ਛੁਟਿਹੋ ਕਾਲਜਾਲ ਤੇ ਤਬ ਹੀ ਤਾਹਿ ਚਰਨ ਲਪਟੈ ਹੈ॥੩॥੨॥੧0॥ Translation 1's Identification ‍Why do you need to Identify with 1? Devagandhari Sovereign 10 No one can be saved without Hari's Nam, 1's Identification. That 1 who controls the fourteen worlds, where can you run away from That 1? Pause-reflect. Rama and Rahim can not ferry you across whose names you are repeating. Brahma, Vishnu, Rudra, the sun, and the moon are all under the control of death. All wisdoms of Vedas, Puranas, and Quran call That 1 infinite. Indra, Sheshanaga, and great sages intensely concentrated for eons, but they still could not concentrate on That 1. Whose form and color can not be recognized; how can That 1 be called Shyam-Krishna? You will only be free from the death-web if you cling to the feet of That 1. Read the full article: https://sikhri.org/articles/sabad-hajare-patisahi-10-sabad-10 ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the ninth composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib declares that the One Divine will remain fully capable of destroying and creating. Guru Sahib disrupts the phenomenon of identifying “God,” for there is no particular mark of the 1's form or figure. All forms and figures are destroyed and carved. In this tenth podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's utterances on the Divine Creator. They discuss the context around this utterance, the popular practice of idol worship and ritual, the Guru's rhetorical questions for the seeker, and his guidance towards reflecting on our practices and taking refuge in the One. Sabad ਦੇਵਗੰਧਾਰੀ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਇਕੁ ਬਿਨੁ ਦੂਸਰ ਸੋ ਨ ਚਿਨਾਰ॥ ਭੰਜਨ ਗੜ੍ਹਨ ਸਮਰਥ ਸਦਾ ਪ੍ਰਭੁ ਜਾਨਤ ਹੈ ਕਰਤਾਰ॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਕਹਾ ਭਇਓ ਜੋ ਅਤਿ ਹਿਤਿ ਚਿਤੁ ਕਰਿ ਬਹੁ ਬਿਧਿ ਸਿਲਾ ਪੁਜਾਈ॥ ਪਾਨ ਥਕਿਓ ਪਾਹਨ ਕਹ ਪਰਸਤ ਕਛੁ ਕਰਿ ਸਿਧਿ ਨ ਆਈ॥੧॥ ਅੱਛਤ ਧੂਪ ਦੀਪ ਅਰਪਤ ਹੈ ਪਾਹਨ ਕਛੂ ਨ ਖੈ ਹੈ॥ ਤਾ ਮੈ ਕਹਾਂ ਸਿੱਧਿ ਹੈ ਰੇ ਜੜ੍ਹ ਤੋਹਿ ਕਛੂ ਬਰੁ ਦੈ ਹੈ॥੨॥ ਜੌ ਜਿਯ ਹੋਤ ਤੌ ਦੇਤ ਕਛੂ ਤੁਹਿ ਮਨ ਬਚ ਕਰਮ ਬਿਚਾਰੁ॥ ਕੇਵਲੁ ਏਕ ਸਰਣਿ ਸੁਆਮੀ ਬਿਨੁ ਯੌ ਨਹਿ ਕਤਹਿ ਉਧਾਰੁ॥੩॥੧॥੯॥ Translation Divine Creator ‍How do we recognize The One? Devagandhari Sovereign 10 Do not mark any other except The One. That Divine is ever capable of destroying and carving, recognize That as the Creator. Pause-reflect. So what if the stone idols are worshiped in many ways with great love and consciousness? Hands are tired of touching the stone idols, but there is no power in hands. Rice, incense, and lamps are offered; the stone idols do not eat anything. O ignorant! What power does a stone idol have that it can grant you a boon? Reflect in mind, speech, and action that if a stone idol had any life, it would have given you something. There is no liberation in other ways except in the refuge of The One Owner. Read the full article: https://sikhri.org/articles/sabad-hajare-patisahi-10-sabad-09 ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“The journey just starts at Black Belt.  How do you carry yourself as a master instructor of your own domain?  Be a black belt in all 3 disciplines, life, business, and martial arts.  Integrate them all together, now you are a martial artist.” – Scott CokerMy guest this episode is Scott Coker, who is an Ernie Reyes Protégé, 8'th degree Black Belt and an original member of the famous West Coast Demo Team.  He was the Founder and CEO of Strike Force and is the current President of Bellator MMA.  As a martial artist and promoter of Combat Sports since 1985, Mr. Coker has first-hand experience being a part of the evolution and transformation of martial arts through combat sports.This episode is all about the scientific study and evolution of martial arts from Karate to Kick Boxing to Mixed Martial Arts.  We dive deep into the last 30 years of MMA evolution, beginning with no rounds, next to no rules, and no weight classes, to the current product we have now.  We dive deep into the evolution starting off with striking arts, then the BJJ revolution, to the rise of wrestling.  Now it is all about the flow of the striking, wrestling, and bjj arts, and the champions of the future will be those who can flow and transition between the styles, and fuse them together as one molecule instead of separate entities.  We also discuss leadership and how martial arts philosophy has influenced Scotts ability to lead organizations, fighters, and himself.  Mr. Coker is a treasure trove of martial arts history, knowledge, and insight.  What I appreciate most about him is that there is no separation between martial arts and life.  He carries himself as a martial artist everywhere he goes.  He is a Black Belt in Life.

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the eighth composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib questions how That One can be said to be in one human form. Guru Sahib shakes the yogic methods and techniques of the methodological discipline of intense concentration and replaces them with an intimate connection with That One. In this ninth podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's utterances on the vastness of IkOankar. They discuss the Guru's description of how even the holiest of people lost themselves in intense concentration, and his guidance towards understanding that no matter the person, deity, ghost, or spirit, all are calling That One infinite. Sabad ਬਿਲਾਵਲੁ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਸੋ ਕਿਮਿ ਮਾਨਸ ਰੂਪ ਕਹਾਏ॥ ਸਿਧ ਸਮਾਧਿ ਸਾਧਿ ਕਰਿ ਹਾਰੇ ਕ੍ਯੋ ਹੂੰ ਨ ਦੇਖਨ ਪਾਏ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਨਾਰਦ ਬਿਆਸ ਪਰਾਸਰ ਧ੍ਰੂਅ ਸੇ ਧਿਆਵਤਿ ਧਿਆਨ ਲਗਾਏ॥੧॥ ਬੇਦ ਪੁਰਾਨਿ ਹਾਰਿ ਹਠਿ ਛਾਡਿਓ ਤਦਪਿ ਧਿਆਨ ਨ ਆਏ॥੧॥ ਦਾਨਵ ਦੇਵ ਪਿਸਾਚ ਪ੍ਰੇਤ ਤੇ ਨੇਤਹਿ ਨੇਤ ਕਹਾਏ॥ ਸੂਛਮ ਤੇ ਸੂਛਮ ਕਰਿ ਚੀਨੇ ਬ੍ਰਿਧਨ ਬ੍ਰਿਧ ਬਤਾਏ॥੨॥ ਭੂਮਿ ਅਕਾਸ ਪਤਾਲ ਸਭੈ ਸਜਿ ਏਕ ਅਨੇਕ ਸਦਾਏ॥ ਸੋ ਨਰ ਕਾਲਫਾਂਸ ਤੇ ਬਾਚੇ ਜੋ ਹਰਿ ਸਰਣਿ ਸਿਧਾਏ॥੩॥੧॥੮॥ Translation That One ‍Are we lost in yoga and meditation? Bilaval Sovereign 10 How can That One be said to be in one human form? The Siddhas could not see That One, lost themselves in perfect consciousness and intense concentration. Pause-reflect. Likes of Narada, Vyasa, Prasara, and Dhruva concentrated with intense concentration. Vedas and Puranas lost and left after stubbornness; even then, they could not concentrate on That One. Even demigods, deities, spirits, and ghosts call That One infinite and infinite. That One is recognized as the finest among the finest; That One is labeled as the greatest among the greatest. That One created all — land, sky, and nether regions — the One is known for many forms. Only that person is free from the noose of death who takes refuge in Hari-1. Read the full article: SikhRI.org/Articles ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the sixth composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib locates the Creator as the Death; there is no god or messenger of death to fear. Guru Sahib disrupts prevailing thought by declaring that there is only One Creator whose identity includes death for only the 1 creates. In this eighth podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's utterances on the Creator as Death, and the Guru's guidance of considering IkOankar as the only Force of both coming and going, creation and death. They contextualize this composition in the larger popular understanding of death as separate from the One, and smaller deities and mythological figures as infallible creators and destroyers. Sabad ਤਿਲੰਗ ਕਾਫੀ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਕੇਵਲ ਕਾਲਈ ਕਰਤਾਰ॥ ਆਦਿ ਅੰਤਿ ਅਨੰਤਿ ਮੂਰਤਿ ਗੜ੍ਹਨ ਭੰਜਨਹਾਰੁ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਨਿੰਦ ਉਸਤਤਿ ਜਉਨ ਕੇ ਸਮ ਸਤ੍ਰੁ ਮਿਤ੍ਰੁ ਨ ਕੋਇ॥ ਕਉਨ ਬਾਟ ਪਰੀ ਤਿਸੈ ਪਥ ਸਾਰਥੀ ਰਥ ਹੋਇ॥੧॥ ਤਾਤ ਮਾਤ ਨ ਜਾਤਿ ਜਾਕਰ ਪੁਤ੍ਰ ਪੌਤ੍ਰ ਮੁਕੰਦ॥ ਕਉਨ ਕਾਜਿ ਕਹਾਹਿਂਗੇ ਤੇ ਆਨਿ ਦੇਵਕਿਨੰਦ॥੨॥ ਦੇਵ ਦੈਤ ਦਿਸਾ ਵਿਸਾ ਜਿਹ ਕੀਨ ਸਰਬ ਪਸਾਰ॥ ਕਉਨ ਉਪਮਾ ਤੌਨ ਕੋ ਮੁਖਿ ਲੇਤ ਨਾਮੁ ਮੁਰਾਰਿ॥੩॥੧॥੭॥ Translation Creator Death ‍Who carves and destroys? Tilang Kafi Sovereign 10 Only the Creator is the Death. From the beginning to the end, carver and destroyer of endless forms. Pause-reflect. For Whom slander and praise are alike, there is no foe or friend. What trouble came to Krishna that he had to be the charioteer of Arjuna's chariot? For Who has no father, mother, caste, children, and grandchildren is the Emaniciaptor; Then for what deed did Krishna come and call himself the son of Devaki? The One who created deities, demons, directions, corners, and the whole expanse; What's the glory if the mouth names That One Krishna who killed Mura? Read the full article: SikhRI.org/Articles ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“Pain isn't going anywhere, it's always going to feel the same, but how you decide to categorize it is what changes.  I can't change that it hurts, but I can change that I don't care. As a fighter and martial artist, the biggest thing to ensure your success is that no matter what situation you are in, there is an acceptance of pain.  Once you fully take that on board you have become a very dangerous individual.” – Paul McIlroyMy guest this episode is Paul McIlroy, who is one of the most sought-after Sports Scientists in the World.  He is a former Boxer, a Martial Artist, a Powerlifting Champion, and a world class Kettlebell Instructor under Pavel Tsatsouline.  He has coached and trained World Champions in Powerlifting, Kettlebell Sport, and Combat Sports.  He is the founder and creator of the Amazing 12, The World's #1 Body Transformation Program that has produced over 10,000 transformations in 148 countries.This episode is all about physical and mental strength as a martial art.  We dive deep into the mathematics of strength and conditioning and how kettlebell training directly transfers to martial arts and sport combat.  My Key takeaway is that the ability to relax your mind under pressure and accept pain is essential for success in our endeavors.  When we feel pain or discomfort the mind wants to give up, we have to train the mind and body to find our center and make adjustments so we can endure.  When training we need to programmatically approach our sessions with the goal of progressively expanding our comfort zones.  If we can embrace pain and teach ourselves to become comfortable in uncomfortable situations, we begin to remove the limits of what is possible.  This is an eye-opening conversation with an innovator in Martial Arts Strength and Conditioning.  I have a tremendous amount of respect for Paul's work and I hope this conversation inspires you to find out what your mind and body are truly capable off.

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the sixth composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib calls on his 1-Beloved-Friend on behalf of the Khalsa in the forests of Machhiwara. Guru Sahib affirms that nothing in this world matters except the Beloved Friend. In this seventh podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur discuss the popularly known composition uttered by Guru Gobind Singh Sahib in the forests of Machhiwara in late December. They discuss the Guru's compassion for the disciples, the historical context of this composition, and its continued relevance as an important part of the global Sikh psyche. Sabad ਖਿਆਲ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਮਿੱਤ੍ਰ ਪਿਆਰੇ ਨੂੰ ਹਾਲੁ ਮੁਰੀਦਾਂ ਦਾ ਕਹਿਣਾ॥ ਤੁਧੁ ਬਿਨੁ ਰੋਗੁ ਰਜਾਈਆਂ ਦਾ ਓਢਣੁ ਨਾਗ ਨਿਵਾਸਾਂ ਦੇ ਰਹਿਣਾ॥ ਸੂਲ ਸੁਰਾਹੀ ਖੰਜਰੁ ਪਿਆਲਾ ਬਿੰਗੁ ਕਸਾਈਆਂ ਦਾ ਸਹਿਣਾ॥ ਯਾਰੜੇ ਦਾ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਸੱਥਰ ਚੰਗਾ ਭੱਠਿ ਖੇੜਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਰਹਿਣਾ॥੧॥੧॥੬॥ Translation Beloved Friend ‍Who to tell our condition? ‍Khyal Sovereign 10 To the Beloved Friend, tell the condition of the disciples. Without You: using a comforter is like being ill, living in the house is like being with snakes. Flask is like a spear; glass is like a dagger; separation-pang feels like a butcher's knife. Friend's earth-bed is pleasing to us; pleasing the body-village is like living in the kiln. Read the full article: https://sikhri.org/articles/sabad-hajare-patisahi-10-sabad-06 ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the fifth composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib emphatically declares that anyone created or formed by the 1 cannot be confused with the 1 and must not be accepted as the 1-Creator. Guru Sahib crumbles the power and magic of the multiple gods and states only the 1 can be termed the Supreme Ruler. In this sixth podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's utterances on the Creator Ruler, and his guidance of considering IkOankar as the only true Ruler. They contextualize this composition in the larger popular context of attaching allegiance to or identifying with smaller rulers and incarnations of deities and demons. Sabad ਕਲਿਆਨ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਬਿਨੁ ਕਰਤਾਰਿ ਨ ਕਿਰਤਮ ਮਾਨੋ॥ ਆਦਿ ਅਜੋਨਿ ਅਜੈ ਅਬਿਨਾਸੀ ਤਿਹ ਪਰਮੇਸੁਰ ਜਾਨੋ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਕਹਾ ਭਯੋ ਜੋ ਆਨਿ ਜਗਤ ਮੈ ਦਸਕੁ ਅਸੁਰ ਹਰਿ ਘਾਏ॥ ਅਧਿਕ ਪ੍ਰਪੰਚ ਦਿਖਾਇ ਸਭਨ ਕਹ ਆਪਹਿ ਬ੍ਰਹਮ ਕਹਾਏ॥੧॥ ਭੰਜਨ ਗੜ੍ਹਨ ਸਮਰਥ ਸਦਾ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਸੋ ਕਿਮਿ ਜਾਤਿ ਗਿਨਾਯੋ॥ ਤਾ ਤੇ ਸਰਬ ਕਾਲ ਕੇ ਅਸਿ ਕੋ ਘਾਇ ਬਚਾਇ ਨ ਆਯੋ॥੨॥ ਕੈਸੇ ਤੋਹਿ ਤਾਰਿ ਹੈ ਸੁਨਿ ਜੜ੍ਹ ਆਪਿ ਡੁਬ੍ਯੋ ਭਵ ਸਾਗਰਿ॥ ਛੁਟਿਹੋ ਕਾਲਫਾਂਸ ਤੇ ਤਬ ਹੀ ਗਹੋ ਸਰਨਿ ਜਗਤਾਗਰ॥੩॥੧॥੫॥ Translation Creator Ruler ‍What is the Ruler? Kalyan Sovereign 10 Do not accept anyone else created as the Creator. Consider the First, the Unborn, the Unconquerable, and the Imperishable as the Supreme Ruler. Pause-reflect. So what if many came as incarnations in this world, so what if Hari-Vishnu-Krishna killed ten or so demons? Proclaimed himself to be brahma-creator after showing many plays. The Divine is ever capable of destroying and carving; how can that 1 be shown and measured? This is why no one can save themselves from the strike of the sword of All-Death. O ignorant! Listen, how can the one who is drowned in the world-ocean ferry you across? When you take refuge in World-Source, only then will you be free from the noose of death. Read the full article: SikhRI.org/Articles ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“If you can embrace chaos and change, you can get greater focus, efficiency, and become more creative, because you have to figure out how to maneuver and get around the change, so you can take the negative and turn it into a positive. “ – George ChungMy guest this episode is George Chung, who is a Martial Artist, Businessman, Actor, Director and TV Show Producer.  He is currently the CEO of JungoTV and the creator of the Black Belt + App which is the world's most complete platform for martial arts, it includes training videos, classic martial arts movies, and Black Belt Magazine issues digitally remastered and available for your phones and tablets.  Master Chung is a member of the Black Belt Hall of Fame, a 5 Time world Karate Champion, former coach of the San Francisco 49ers, and an original member of Grand Master Ernie Reye's Famous West Coast Demo Team.This episode is all about embracing change and falling in love with martial arts.  We dive deep into the creation of success in our personal and professional lives.  My key takeaway is that if we can embrace change and chaos we can continue to grow and create.  People have difficulty dealing with change, because change creates uncertainty, and this leads to stress, fear, and anxiety.  Instead if we can embrace change, and learn to maneuver around it, we can then find the opportunity inside of chaos.  What I appreciate about Master Chung is his ability to understand himself, his teams, and his students.  He leads by example and fosters growth and creation by encouraging his students and teams to be explorers and discovers of truth.  I thoroughly enjoyed this episode, and you like me will feel the love and passion for martial arts coming from his entire being. 

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the fourth composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib proclaims to the world that he seeks the protection from only the 1-Divine; his honor and dignity are with the 1. Guru Sahib equates 1-Divine with all deities; 1 has all their attributes and more, as texts and people identify with. In this fifth podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's many invocations of divine names and attributes and their contexts in larger Indic systems. They then discuss Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's reframing of these names within the larger understanding of IkOankar as the Ocean of compassion, the One who protects our honor. Sabad ਸੋਰਠਿ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਪ੍ਰਭੁ ਜੂ ਤੋ ਕਹ ਲਾਜ ਹਮਾਰੀ॥ ਨੀਲਕੰਠ ਨਰਹਰਿ ਨਾਰਾਇਣ ਨੀਲਬਸਨਿ ਬਨਵਾਰੀ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਪਰਮ ਪੁਰਖੁ ਪਰਮੇਸੁਰ ਸੁਆਮੀ ਪਾਵਨ ਪਉਨ ਅਹਾਰੀ॥ ਮਾਧਵ ਮਹਾਜੋਤਿ ਮਧੁਮਰਦਨ ਮਾਨਿ ਮੁਕੰਦ ਮੁਰਾਰੀ॥੧॥ ਨਿਰਬਿਕਾਰ ਨਿਰਜੁਰ ਨਿੰਦ੍ਰਾਬਿਨੁ ਨਿਰਬਿਖ ਨਰਕਨਿਵਾਰੀ॥ ਕ੍ਰਿਪਾਸਿੰਧੁ ਕਾਲ ਤ੍ਰੈ ਦਰਸੀ ਕੁਕ੍ਰਿਤਿ ਪ੍ਰਨਾਸਨਕਾਰੀ॥੨॥ ਧਨੁਰਪਾਨਿ ਧ੍ਰਿਤਮਾਨ ਧਰਾਧਰ ਅਨਿਬਿਕਾਰ ਅਸਿਧਾਰੀ॥ ਹਉਂ ਮਤਿਮੰਦ ਚਰਨ ਸਰਨਾਗਤਿ ਕਰ ਗਹਿ ਲੇਹੁ ਉਬਾਰੀ॥੩॥੧॥੪॥ Translation ‍Divine Protector‍ What is the Divine? Sorath Sovereign 10 O Divine, You protect my honor. You are Nilkantha, Narhari, Narayana, Nilbasan, and Banvari. Pause-reflect. O Supreme Being, Supreme Ruler, Owner, Auspicious, Air-Consumer, Madhava as the Great Light, Madhu-killer, Mandhata, and Mura-Killer as the Emancipator. Vice-free, age-free, sleep-free, poison-free, hell-savior, Ocean of compassion, seer of three-tenses, destroyer of bad-deeds. Bow-wielder in hand, patience-possessor, earth-embracer, vice-free, sword-possessor. I, of bad intellect, take refuge in Your feet; hold my hand to save me. Read the full article: SikhRI.org/Articles ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10 , new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib 's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the third composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib emphasizes seeking mentorship from the 1. Guru Sahib questions the performance of prescribed rituals and intently doing principled deeds that are eternal. In this fourth podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur discuss what it means to attach to the feet of the Supreme Being, the poisons we are collecting, and the remembrance we are being asked to collect instead. Sabad ਰਾਮਕਲੀ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਪ੍ਰਾਨੀ ਪਰਮ ਪੁਰਖੁ ਪਗਿ ਲਾਗੋ॥ ਸੋਵਤਿ ਕਹਾਂ ਮੋਹ ਨਿੰਦ੍ਰਾ ਮੈ ਕਬਹੂੰ ਸੁਚਿਤ ਹ੍ਵੈ ਜਾਗੋ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਔਰਨ ਕਹਾਂ ਉਪਦੇਸਤ ਹੈ ਪਸੁ ਤੋਹਿ ਪ੍ਰਬੋਧੁ ਨ ਲਾਗੋ॥ ਸਿੰਚਿਤ ਕਹਾਂ ਪਰੇ ਬਿਖ੍ਯਨਿ ਕਹ ਕਬਹੁ ਬਿਖੈ ਰਸ ਤ੍ਯਾਗੋ॥੧॥ ਕੇਵਲ ਕਰਮ ਭਰਮ ਸੇ ਚੀਨਹੁ ਧਰਮ ਕਰਮ ਅਨੁਰਾਗੋ॥ ਸੰਗ੍ਰਹਿ ਕਰੋ ਸਦਾ ਸਿਮਰਨ ਕੋ ਪਰਮ ਪਾਪ ਤਜਿ ਭਾਗੋ॥੨॥ ਜਾ ਤੇ ਦੂਖ ਪਾਪ ਨਹਿ ਭੇਟੈ ਕਾਲ ਜਾਲ ਤੇ ਤਾਗੋ॥ ਜੌ ਸੁਖ ਚਾਹੋ ਸਦਾ ਸਭਨ ਕੌ ਤੌ ਹਰਿ ਕੇ ਰਸਿ ਪਾਗੋ॥੩॥੩॥ Translation Mentor Specified Who is the best mentor? Ramkali Sovereign 10 O being, attach to the feet of the Supreme Being. Why are you asleep in attachment's sleep? Awaken sometime to be attentive! Pause-reflect. O animal-like, why do you preach to others? You are not attached to the teachings. Why are you collecting the poisons? When will you renounce the flavor of poisons? Realize performing only the deeds as an illusion; love the principled deeds. Always collect the remembrance, run away from the great sin. Such that you don't submit to the pain and the sin, you must confront the death-web. If you always want all kinds of comforts, then drench yourself in the flavor of Hari-1. Read the full article: SikhRI.org/Articles ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“Highest Degree of Discipline is Self-Awareness.  It can only be achieved through thousands of constant repetitions.” – Mike Chat My Guest this episode is Mike Chat who is a Martial Artist, Actor, Producer and Stuntman known for his role as the Blue Power Ranger in Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue.  He is the founder for Xtreme Martial Arts or XMA which is a combination of Martial Arts, Acrobatics and Gymnastics, with an emphasis on showmanship.  Mike was inducted into the World Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 1992 and has captured over 50 National and International Forms and Weapons Championships.  He is also an elite Stunt Coordinator developing the next generation of Stunt Performers with 87 North. This episode is all about creating art.  We dive deep into the Mike Chat's creation of XMA and how he developed a new wave of performance martial arts by adding gymnastics and acrobatics to traditional martial arts forms.  My key takeaway is that perseverance and overcoming obstacles is an essential element to the creative process.  We must be able to deal with loss, extract the wisdom from the experience, so that we can transform and grow into a higher version of ourselves.  World Class performance on championship stages and in Hollywood Blockbusters requires honest self-expression, dedication, discipline, and determination.  Tune in for a great conversation with a martial arts trailblazer. 

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In this third podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore what it means to earn union in comparison to transactional relationships with the divine. They also discuss what it means to sing as waves of love and deep knowledge arise from within, in comparison to the one-noted concentration of the yogis. Sabad ਰਾਮਕਲੀ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਰੇ ਮਨ ਇਹ ਬਿਧਿ ਜੋਗੁ ਕਮਾਓ॥ ਸਿੰਙੀ ਸਾਚੁ ਅਕਪਟ ਕੰਠੁਲਾ ਧਿਆਨੁ ਬਿਭੂਤਿ ਚੜ੍ਹਾਓ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਤਾਂਤੀ ਗਹੁ ਆਤਮ ਬਸਿ ਕਰਿ ਕੀ ਭਿੱਛਾ ਨਾਮੁ ਅਧਾਰੰ॥ ਬਾਜੈ ਪਰਮ ਤਾਰ ਤਤੁ ਹਰਿ ਕੋ ਉਪਜੈ ਰਾਗੁ ਰਸਾਰੰ॥੧॥ ਉਘਟੈ ਤਾਨ ਤਰੰਗ ਰੰਗਿ ਅਤਿ ਗਿਆਨਿ ਗੀਤਿ ਬੰਧਾਨੰ॥ ਚਕਿ ਚਕਿ ਰਹੇ ਦੇਵ ਦਾਨਵ ਮੁਨਿ ਛਕਿ ਛਕਿ ਬ੍ਯੋਮ ਬਿਵਾਨੰ॥੨॥ ਆਤਮ ਉਪਦੇਸੁ ਭੇਸੁ ਸੰਜਮ ਕੋ ਜਾਪੁ ਸੁ ਅਜਪਾ ਜਾਪੈ॥ ਸਦਾ ਰਹੈ ਕੰਚਨ ਸੀ ਕਾਯਾ ਕਾਲੁ ਨ ਕਬਹੂੰ ਬ੍ਯਾਪੈ॥੩॥੨॥ Translation Yoga Disrupted ‍What kind of Yoga? Ramkali Sovereign 10 O mind! Earn the union by this method: Consider Truth as a horn, non-deception a necklace, and ascend ash of contemplation. Pause-reflect. Control inner-self as holding a one-string instrument, and Nam-Identification as a support to receiving alms. Experience the essence of Hari-1 as the sound of supreme strings; that's where melodious musical modes emerge. Wave of color-love arises from melodic improvisations and compositions of songs of deep knowledge. Gods, demons, and sages witness in amazement; those riding skies are in happiness. Control inner-self as the instruction; practice self-restraint as garb; and unrecitable recitation as the recitation. That's how the body always remains golden; the fear of death doesn't affect it. Read the full article: SikhRI.org/Articles ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia (https://sikhri.org/people/kiran-kaur) Caligraphy - Albel Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/albel-singh) Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh (https://sikhri.org/articles/bhai-balbir-singh) Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh (https://sikhri.org/people/harjinder-singh-gharsana) #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patshahi 10, new translations and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) discuss their learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of this composition. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. In the first composition of the “Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10” (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10) series, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib redefines everything yogic. Yoga is reframed as the original idea of union or the connection with the 1. Guru Sahib disrupts yogic rituals with practical things an everyday person can do inclduing those in the family. In this second podcast, Harinder Singh and Jasleen Kaur explore the context of Indic paradigms, rituals, systems, and popular understandings that the Guru addresses in his reframing of renunciation and non-attachment. We also discuss translation decisions and challenges. Sabad ਰਾਮਕਲੀ ਪਾਤਿਸਾਹੀ ੧੦ ਰੇ ਮਨ ਐਸੋ ਕਰਿ ਸੰਨਿਆਸਾ॥ ਬਨ ਸੇ ਸਦਨ ਸਭੈ ਕਰਿ ਸਮਝਹੁ ਮਨ ਹੀ ਮਾਹਿ ਉਦਾਸਾ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ॥ ਜਤ ਕੀ ਜਟਾ ਜੋਗ ਕੋ ਮੱਜਨੁ ਨੇਮ ਕੇ ਨਖੁਨ ਬਢਾਓ॥ ਗਿਆਨੁ ਗੁਰੂ ਆਤਮ ਉਪਦੇਸਹੁ ਨਾਮ ਬਿਭੂਤਿ ਲਗਾਓ॥੧॥ ਅਲਪ ਅਹਾਰੁ ਸੁਲਪ ਸੀ ਨਿੰਦ੍ਰਾ ਦਯਾ ਛਿਮਾ ਤਨ ਪ੍ਰੀਤਿ॥ ਸੀਲ ਸੰਤੋਖ ਸਦਾ ਨਿਰਬਾਹਿਬੋ ਹ੍ਵੈਬੋ ਤ੍ਰਿਗੁਣ ਅਤੀਤਿ॥੨॥ ਕਾਮ ਕ੍ਰੋਧ ਹੰਕਾਰ ਲੋਭ ਹਠ ਮੋਹ ਨ ਮਨ ਸਿਉ ਲਯਾਵੈ॥ ਤਬ ਹੀ ਆਤਮਤਤ ਕੋ ਦਰਸੈ ਪਰਮ ਪੁਰਖੁ ਕਹ ਪਾਵੈ॥੩॥੧॥ Working Translation Renunciation Redefined What kind of renunciation? Ramkali Sovereign 10 O mind, adopt this kind of renunciation: Consider all houses as the forest; remain non-attached within the mind. Pause-reflect. Sexual restraint is matted hair, connection with the 1 is pilgrimage bathing; daily commitment is growing nails. Wisdom is the Guru; let it instruct the inner-self, apply the ash of Nam-Identification. Consume less, sleep even less; consider compassion and forgiveness as the love for the body. Always be gentle and content; transcend three prescribed Indic virtues. Do not bring lust, anger, pride, greed, stubbornness, and attachment into the mind. Only then can inner-self envision the essence and realize the Supreme Being. Read the full article: SikhRI.org/Articles ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia Caligraphy - Albel Singh Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“The state of mind is more important than your body being prepared.  When you compete, your body will not always be 100%, but your state of mind has to be super ready.” –André Galvão My Guest this episode is Prof. André Galvão who is a legendary Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Grappler and a professional mixed martial artist.  He holds 4th Degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Blackbelt and is also a Judo Black Belt.  He is one of the most decorated grapplers in history, winning 6 x ADCC and 6 X IBJJF World Championships.  Prof. Galvão is the co-founder of Atos Jiu Jitsu in San Diego California and was inducted into both the IBJJF and ADCC Hall of Fame.This episode is filled championship wisdom.  We discuss what it takes to become a world champion, diving deep into training methods and how to cultivate a competitive mindset.    My key takeaway is that Balance is the key to performance.  You have to find balance in your training and in your life.  You have to be honest about your strengths and weaknesses and put the time and effort with the correct plan to develop to your full potential.  The journey is different for everyone and our ability to find Joy on and off the matts is extremely important to achieve Balance and avoid burnout.  Tune in for an insightful conversation with a world champion.

Introducing Sabad Hajare Patisahi 10 (popularly Shabad Hazare Patshahi 10), new translations, and commentaries of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's composition. This podcast is an introduction to the series. It includes a discussion between Harinder Singh (Innovation Director) and Jasleen Kaur (Research Associate) about the objective and vision of this project and insights into the process. Follow Jasleen Kaur and Harinder Singh in future episodes as they discuss Harinder's learnings and challenges while engaging with the words of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. The unique contexts and subversions these compositions reveal are a treat for those who yearn to get to know Guru Gobind Singh Sahib and those who yearn to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. ~~~ Presenters Harinder Singh - sikhri.org/people/harinder-singh Jasleen Kaur - sikhri.org/people/jasleen-kaur Credits Art - Kiran Kaur Ahluwalia Caligraphy - Albel Singh Sabad Kirtan - Bhai Balbir Singh Sabad Narration - Harjinder Singh #GuruGobindSingh #Sabad #Shabad #Sikh #Sikhism #Poetry --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sikh-cast-sikhri/support

“People get hung up on the ranking as opposed to the teaching methodology.  Upgrade your teaching methodology instead of getting more techniques.  Instead of collecting new techniques connect the basic techniques so that you can make them look advanced.” -Apolo LadraMy guest this episode is Tuhon Apolo Ladra who has trained in the martial arts for over 40 years.  He is a 7'th degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, he has taught thousands of students and managed 57 schools.  He is a master instructor of Pekti Tirsia Kali under Grand Tuhon Leo Gaje, and has been inducted int the Black Belt Magazine's Hall of Fame as “Weapons Instructor of the Year”.  Tuhon Apolo is the founder of the iKali and the World Kali Association which is dedicated creating and standardizing curriculum and requirements for students, instructors and school owners while spreading the indigenous art of the Philippines, the Art of the Blade, worldwide.This episode is filled with insight.  We discuss teaching and training methods that are designed to develop students and instructors and uplift the arts.  We talk about Tuhon Apolo's traditional Tae Kwon Do roots and how he transitioned into building one of the largest Kali organizations in the world.  My key takeaway is that continuing education on training methods is what will uplift the arts.  Instead of chasing rankings and techniques, time and effort must be spent on developing your teaching ability so that you can create future high quality instructors.  We also discuss the advantages of teaching by concepts and principles so that students can learn how to find their own unique expression of movement instead of trying to copy their instructors.  Everyone has different attributes and limitations, empowerment lies and finding who you are and how you express yourself.  I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too.

“Fighting is a chess game. If you don't get your opponent within 3 moves, you are dead already.” —Darren Tibon My guest this episode is Grand Master Darren Tibon who was a personal student and graduate of Great Grand Master Angel Cabales' Serrada Escrima.  Angel Cabales was known as the teacher of teachers and in 1967 was one of the first to commercially teach Filipino Martial Arts and he heavily influenced their spread across the United States.  I am honored to sit down with GM Darren Tibon who is one of my personal teachers, the head of Angel's Disciples Stockton, and the founder of the Legacy Events, which were designed to unite Filipino Martial Artists of all Styles and Systems and preserve the Teachings of their Grand Masters. In this episode we discuss the history of Serrada Escrima and how it was developed by Angel Cabales.  We also discuss Darren Tibon's private training with Angel Cabales and how he carries on the legacy today.  My key takeaway is that High Performance in any art is directly related to the training method.  The ability to teach the knowledge you have is the most important thing.  We dive deep into drilling, flowing, and fighting strategy.  We discuss how to read and setup your opponent, how to close the distance, how to generate power and control, how to build reflexes and counter your opponent's counters.  Afterall Fighting is a Chess Match, and everything is an illusion.  I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too.

“Bruce Lee's Superpower is Self-Mastery.” – Shannon LeeMy special guest this episode is Shannon Lee who is the daughter of the Martial Arts Icon Bruce Lee.  She is a martial artist, an actress, and the CEO of the Bruce Lee Family Company, which is on a mission to share the art and philosophy of Bruce Lee to inspire personal growth, positive energy, and global harmony.  She is the Author of Be Water My Friend and behind the success of the superhit TV Show "Warrior."This is a special episode for me as I get to sit down and flow with the daughter of the founder of Jeet Kune Do.  We talk about Bruce Lee's philosophical teachings and how they can be applied in our daily lives.  My Key takeaway is that Bruce Lee's Superpower is Self-Mastery, and that he never considered himself a master, but rather an eternal student.  We dive deep into the concept of flow and the process of self-actualization, and how martial arts philosophy can be used to discover our true potential and honestly express our best selves.  This was a deeply insightful conversation and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. 

“Your Conscious Mind is So much stronger than the Subconscious, if you allow your Conscious Mind to take control of what is happening.”—Ray Sefo My guest this episode is the one and only Ray Sefo, he has fought in 110 Professional Fights, achieving 54 Knock Outs and 6 World Titles.  He has competed in 4 Combat Sports (Boxing, Muay Thai, Kick Boxing, and MMA).  Mr. Sefo is the President of Fighter Operations for PFL, the Professional Fighters League and is a true martial arts renaissance man.This episode is filled with golden nuggets.  We cover the lost art of vision, timing and setting up your opponents.  We talk about Ray's transition from traditional arts like Wing Chun to Sport Combat arts like Boxing and Muay Thai.  My key takeaway is that “Mental Toughness is the courage to step forward and face your fears.”  We dive deep into understanding the inner workings of the Conscious mind and how it must be trained to take control of what is happening around you.  Ray describes that “The biggest battle is always fighting yourself.”  We also discuss his amazing fighting career, his is epic battles with Mirko Cro Cop, Ernesto Hoost, Jerome Le Banner, and the birth of the PFL.  This is an insightful episode filled with great wisdom from a true humble warrior of the arts.

“At the end of the day if you don't have hope, you have nothing.” – Ernie Reyes Jr.My guest this episode is Ernie Reyes Jr., a martial artist, actor, and fighter.  He is known for his work in films like The Last Dragon, The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Surf Ninjas, and the Rundown starring alongside Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.  I first remember being wowed by Ernie as he burst on to the television screen in the 80's tv series Side Kicks.  At the age of 6 he joined his father's famous West Coast Demo Team, he would also go on to a 3-0 professional Kick Boxing record in Strike Force.  He is a father, a stuntman, and action film maker.This episode is filled with inspiration, wisdom, and the artistic expression of martial arts in film and in life.  My key takeaway is that we must value the gift of life and live it to its fullest.  We dive deep into Ernie's battle with Kidney failure and how it transformed his life.  Martial Arts gives us the ability to face challenges on and off the matts.  Ernie describes how he used his martial arts training to stay mentally focused, make himself comfortable in uncomfortable situations, and operate from a hope driven mindset as he went through the process of kidney failure, to dialysis, to receiving a kidney transplant, and to making a healthy recovery.  We also discuss his friendship and training relationship with the Diaz brothers, what makes great fight scenes, and what it takes to be a good teacher and a great martial artist.Ernie has been a true inspiration to many, first sparking the martial arts interest for generations of kids and adults, and now showcasing the power of the arts, and how to keep hope in the face of darkness.  Tune in this is a great episode with a Martial Arts Cultural Icon.

“A Fight is a Fight, it doesn't matter what tools you have, all that matters is how efficient your chassis is.” – Tim KennedyMy guest this episode is Tim Kennedy, a Special Forces Sniper, a Range Qualified Green Beret, a former UFC & Strike Force Fighter, and the President of Sheep Dog Response.  He is one of the few fighters to simultaneously serve in the United States Army while also fighting professionally and is the recipient of the Army's Bronze Star Medal.  Mr. Kennedy is the founder of the Acton Academy, which is a K-12 Charter school.  He is also active as a television host, producer, and entrepreneur.This episode is filled with leadership, mindset, and fighting wisdom from Tim Kennedy's first-hand experience in life and death situations and his experience competing in Mixed Martial Arts.  My Key takeaway is that “Awareness, Assessment, Action, and Analysis” are essential skills to success on the battlefield, in the boardroom, and in the cage.  In this episode we talk about how important it is to build a physical and mental chassis that can adapt and change in chaos.  We dive deep into dealing with Fear and understanding the value of time.  Time is all we have, it is constantly running out, and we can never get it back.  So live a life with intention, discipline, and focus so that we can be ready to serve and protect when called upon.