

Everyday Martial Artist
Brian Doucette
Every week we will chat with a different martial artist and hear their story.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Apr 21, 2022 • 56min
Danny Lane – A Chuck Norris Black Belt – Ep59
Danny Lane has been one of the most sought after Instructors in the World the past 40 years becauseof his Dynamic and Unique integration of Martial Arts, Police, Military, Body Guarding and PersonalProtection Blend of Styles.
He is a 9th Degree Black Belt Master and founder of the World Martial Arts Centers in 1970 and theWorld Martial Arts Federation which is an all styles martial arts system and rank certification.
His World Martial Arts Center is one of the longest standing, most well-respected Martial Arts Centersin the world today and spans more than four decades, training more than 40,000 students and turning outmore than 700 Black Belts. He, his studios and videos have been featured in Black Belt Magazinenumerous times as well as other International Publications.
He has been personally trained by Mr. Chuck Norris for more than 30 years, and is a 7th Degree BlackBelt in Chuck Norris’s United Fighting Arts Federation.
He also holds high ranking Black Belts from several other World renown Organizations in Jui-Jitsu, Judo,Tae Kwon Do, Tang Soo Do and Aikido. Please enjoy his story.
https://danny-lane-fighting-system.teachable.com/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSZXESaA-22RK1GzCjYrBuA
Some Gave it All – Through the Fire of Vietnam – Amazon.Com #1 Release
KICKSTART KIDS – Character Through Karate

Apr 14, 2022 • 59min
Lawrence Kane – Author and Lifelong Martial Artist – Ep58
Lawrence has been studying and teaching martial arts since 1970, often putting what he learned into action while working stadium security part time. A bestselling author, he has been interviewed by FOX, The Jim Bohannon Show, Computerworld, Forbes, Art of Procurement, Police Magazine, and more.
Please enjoy Lawrence Kane
Kane & Wilder – Stickman Publications, Martial Arts Podcast
Amazon.com: Lawrence A. Kane: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle
Martial Arts and Your Life: The Story of Us: A Survey of What We Do and Why: Kane, Lawrence A., Wilder, Kris, Parsons Ph.D., Eric: 9798985561715: Amazon.com: Books

Apr 7, 2022 • 41min
Donnie Williams – Conquest Over Hatred, Black Karate Federation – Ep57
Donnie Williams is a United States Navy Veteran. He has a degree in Police Science and served asa reserve officer.He was one of the top tournament competitors of his time and retired with more than 85 Championshiptrophies. He has appeared in several motion pictures including A Force of One, Black Belt Jones andEnter The Dragon. He is a co-founder of the Black Karate Federation.
As his experiences with the life-changing benefits of martial arts study became more apparent, hebegan to more vigorously pursure his spirtual calling.
He is the Bishop at The Family Church International
Please welcome to the show Bishop Donnie Williams.
BLACK KARATE FEDERATION – Home (bkfwarriors.org)
Conquest Over Hatred: The Donnie Williams Story: Bleecker, Tom, Hyams, Joe: 9780965313254: Amazon.com: Books

Mar 31, 2022 • 46min
Frank Dux – – Bloodsport – Ep56
Frank Dux was in the Marine Corp. He is an author, fight choreographer and martial artist. He has been featured in numerous magazines and involved in many movies including the one based on his life… Bloodsport. I hope you enjoy his story.
Home (frankduxbloodsport.com
The Secret Man: An American Warrior’s Uncensored Story: Dux, Frank: 9780060391522: Amazon.com: Books
Making sense of the real Kumite with Frank Dux! / Viking Samurai interviews Frank Dux – YouTube

Mar 24, 2022 • 45min
Willie “The Bam” Johnson – WMAC Masters, Motivational Speaker – Ep55
Willie is a motivational speaker and coach, a defensive tactics instructor.Founder of the Stronger Than Drugs Foundation.He is a 7 time World Champion and a 2 time All American Champion.He was featured on A & E’s Legends of the Martial Arts.Featured on TNT in Wesley Snipes Masters of the Martial Arts.He was also featured in WMAC Masters!And so much more. I hope you enjoy his story.
Willie The Bam Johnson – Speaking Motivation Coaching | The Official Site of Willie The Bam Johnson
Amazon.com : Willie The Bam Johnson
Willie Johnson – IMDb
Columbia Kids Fitness – Point MMA – Columbia, Maryland
Laurel Kids Martial Arts – Better Attitude Makers Martial Arts – Laurel, Maryland (thebams.com)
Home – US Capitol Classics • China Open

Mar 17, 2022 • 59min
Jeff Speakman – The Perfect Weapon, Kenpo 5.0 – Ep54
Jeff Speakman grew up in Chicago where he was an All American Springboard Diver and competitive gymnast. He also holds a degree in Philosophy. He is a cancer survivor and holds two 9th Degree Black Belts. He is the creator of Kenpo 5.0. Jeff has starred in numerous movies including one of my favorites – The Perfect Weapon. I hope you enjoy his story.
Jeff Speakman – Martial Arts group
Las Vegas Kids Martial Arts – Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0 – World Training Center – Las Vegas, Nevada (jeffspeakmanlv.com)
Jeff Speakman – IMDb

Mar 10, 2022 • 44min
Christine Bannon-Rodrigues – Tournament Legend, WMAC Masters, Stunt Person – Ep53
Christine is an Instructor, stunt person, actress, product designer, spokesperson and more.She holds a 9th degree Black belt and has been studying martial arts for over 40 years.She is one of only 3 people to be certified by 3 of the Kenpo Pioneers in the US:Grand Masters Nick Cerio, Ed Parker and George Pasare.in 1991 she broke a record by winning gold medals in Forms, Fighting and Weapons at the WAKO WorldChampionships. And she did it again in 1993.She has appeared on over 50 magazine covers and inducted into over 40 Hall of Fames.She has been involved in numerous TV shows and movies including The Next Karate Kid, Batman & Robinand WMAC Masters. I hope you enjoy her story.
Ocean State Grand Nationals – Where Champions Compete
Warwick Martial Arts and Krav Maga Self Defense Classes | Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, LTD – Warwick, Rhode Island
(2) Christine Bannon-Rodrigues | Facebook

Mar 3, 2022 • 1h 4min
George Chung – 5 Time World Karate Champion, Founded Jungo TV – Ep52
George Chung is the co-founder and CEO of JungoPlus, now one of the fastest growing internationalstreaming media platforms in the ad supported space.Prior to that, he served as Chief Content Officer of Crunchyroll launching Second TV and K-drama.com,the company’s first international live action OTT platform.
A former 5 Time World Karate Champion and Black Belt Hall of Fame inductee. Chung’s business careerstarted in the martial arts teaching over 20,000 students. Promoting over 1000 to Black Belt.He spent 14 years as a coaching specialist for the SF 49ers earning a Superbowl Ring for the 1994 season.
I hope you enjoy his story!
Jungo TV | We Deliver your Passion
George Chung – IMDb
Authors – George Chung – Coaches Choice
Jungo Plus: Watch Free Movies and TV Now. No Sign Ups. No Commitments.

Feb 24, 2022 • 44min
Jarred Wilson – Japanese Martial Artist, Martial Thoughts Podcast – Ep51
Jarred has been a high school Science Teacher for 19 years. He lives in Nashville with his Wife, Son,Cat, Dog and Hedgehog.
Jarred has been studying Japanese martial arts since 1995 while attending the University of Florida. He earned his shodan in Chendokan Aikido as well as in Sogetsu ryu kenjutsu in 2001. He has studied Pukulan Cimandi Kombinasi Pencak Silat and is currently a student of Nami ryu Aikiheiho under the instruction of Brian Williams in Nashville, TN.
Jaredd started the Martial Thoughts Podcast in 2013 as a discussion with his friends about martial arts. It has since evolved into a platform for martial arts ideas and interviews with authors and other martial arts personalities. Its goal is now to provide a voice for the legitimate discussion of all aspects of martial arts, including HEMA and Asian. Some of the more notable interviews have been: Iain Abernethy, Dave Baker (Forged In Fire-Judge), Anthony DeLongis , Stephen K. Hayes, Lawrence Kane, Jared Kirby (CombatCon President), Richard Marsden, F. Braun McAsh, Ben Miller, Kris Wilder, and James Williams (Nami ryu).
Enjoy my interview with Jarred.
Martial Thoughts (thinkingmartial.blogspot.com)
The Martial Thoughts Podcast (google.com)

Feb 17, 2022 • 46min
Janell Smith – Iron Dragon TV – Ep50
My guest today is a martial artist, a dancer and an entrepreneur. She founded her own fitnesscompany. She has been involved in TV and Movies and founded Iron Dragon Productions. I hope you enjoy her story.
http://janellsmith.com/
Iron Dragon TV (idtvflix.com)
IDTV ACTION FEST – Home
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2770757/
https://www.facebook.com/Iron-Dragon-Video-Productions-103442214532647/
Janell Smith (squarespace.com)
Home – Tukong Austin