Everyday Martial Artist

Stevie is a successful improv comedian, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, entertainer, author, husband, and stepdad. He is equal parts entertainer and educator. Stevie also holds 4 black belts. Enjoy his story. Stevie Ray – Stevie Rays Comedy Check out the books that Stevie has authored Products Archive – Stevie Rays Comedy

Jere Hilland is a NRA Instructor, Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer, a master woodworker, a musician and even dabbles in Astronomy. Master Hilland also has over 46 years experience in the martial arts. Listen to his story. jrhilland.com (hapkidoselfdefense.com)

Sensei Tim Kiel has been involved in the martial arts for over 49 years. He currently holds the rank of 7th Dan in Shotokan Karate and is the head instructor of Central Minnesota Karate. Tim was my second ever martial arts instructor. Enjoy his story. CMK | Home (centralmnkarate.com)

Jon Engum is a 7th Dan Kukkiwon Certified Taekwondo Grandmaster with over 40 years experience practicing and teaching Taekwondo. He own and operates Engum’s Academy of TaeKwonDo in Brainerd, MN. Jon is currently the president of the Minnesota Tae Kwon Do Association. Jon is the author of  the Flexible Steel and Trembling Shock books, Creator and Chief Instructor of the Flexible Steel System, Jon Engum’s Extreme Training and a StrongFirst Master Instructor who presents, lectures and teaches workshops, courses and instructor certifications worldwide. I hope you enjoy Jon’s story. Engum’s Academy of Taekwondo Brainerd, MN (engumsacademy.com) Extreme Training LLC Store Flexible Steel – Be Both Flexible & Strong! Become Flexible Steel!

Chris has been studying karate for 24 years and has achieved the rank of 4th Dan black belt and the honorific title of “Renshi”. Learn what piqued his interest in the martial arts and what styles he has been involved in. Listen to Chris tell his story. Ōkami Karate Dojo – New Haven – Self Defense, Karate, Martial Arts (okamikaratedojo.com)

Rick Avery is an award winning Stuntman, Stunt Coordinator, Actor, Director, Author, Photographer, Helicopter Pilot, Aerial Coordinator with over 700 feature film, television and commercial credits. He is also a 7th degree black belt in American Kenpo. Rick is a four-time World Champion Masters Boxing Champion winning the USA Masters National Title in 2015 and 2016 and two more retiring in 2018 with only one loss on his record. Listen to Rick tell his story. HOME | Mysite 1 (rickavery.net) A Life at Risk: Avery, Rick, Bleecker, Tom, Walhner, Kurt: 9780692725078: Amazon.com: Books

The man I dubbed “The Nicest Guy In MMA”. Brock Larson grew up near Brainerd, MN and started competing in wrestling at a young age. Find out how Brock went from small town midwest wrestler to the WEC, UFC and ONE FC. I hope you enjoy Brock’s story on this weeks episode. St. Cloud Martial Arts & Fitness | Start Brazilian Jiujitsu MN (startbjjmn.com)

Melissa Moses is the founder, owner and chief instructor of Nicola Valley Muay Thai and Self Defense. Hear about the high and low points and what it took to get to where she is today. Listen to her amazing and inspiring story and what she is doing to help indigenous women and girls. (4) Nicola Valley Muay Thai | Facebook Nicola Valley Muay Thai (@nicola_valley_muay_thai) • Instagram photos and videos

What’s it like to grow up with martial arts royalty as your father? What was it like to be on the inside watching as your father redefined martial arts. Even better… What is it like to be the person who could be responsible for redefining self defense and do something even more revolutionary than his father? Hear the answers to these questions and many more in my wonderful chat with world renowned artist Ed Parker Jr. Ed is one of the nicest people I have ever met in my life. He is a great storyteller and just an all-around great guy. He also designed our logo! HOME | ED & BAER PARKER ART (edandbaerparkerart.com) Home | PAXTIAL ARTS

The name Fred Ettish may not be instantly recognizable to some, but die hard MMA and UFC fans should know the name. From getting involved in traditional martial arts at a young age to deciding to take his skills to the Octagon of UFC 2 in 1994 and up to his comeback in the cage over a decade later and beyond. Listen to my interview with Fred Ettish.