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Modern Aikidoist Podcast

Thoughts and ideas for the aikido practitioners and any martial artists interested in martial arts history, training, strategy, and growth.

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Ep. 036 - Steven Seagal and Tenshin Aikido - Interview with Lenny Sly, Part 1

Ep. 036 - Steven Seagal and Tenshin Aikido - Interview with Lenny Sly, Part 1

The first of a two part in depth interview with Lenny Sly Sensei in which we discuss the past and present of Steven Seag... Read more

8 Sep 2019

47mins

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Ep. 095 - Logical Fallacies in Martial Arts Arguments

Ep. 095 - Logical Fallacies in Martial Arts Arguments

Logical fallacies are common to poor arguments, and these plague the martial arts community. Learn to spot the most comm... Read more

23 Feb 2020

14mins

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Ep. 096 - Practical Ways to Improve Aikido's Reputation

Ep. 096 - Practical Ways to Improve Aikido's Reputation

Is it possible to regain aikido's reputation? I think it is. Here are some thoughts on how that might work.For more info... Read more

28 Feb 2020

14mins

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Ep. 067 - The Next Evolution and the Future of Martial Arts - Interview with Tony Pacenski

Ep. 067 - The Next Evolution and the Future of Martial Arts - Interview with Tony Pacenski

A discussion on the current state of martial arts currently and the potential future. Check out Tony's new program:https... Read more

10 Dec 2019

1hr 8mins

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Ep. 049 - Now I'm a Black Belt, Am I Good Enough?

Ep. 049 - Now I'm a Black Belt, Am I Good Enough?

An excellent listener question sponsors a number of related topics about whether you know or feel you are good enough to... Read more

24 Oct 2019

18mins

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Ep. 024 - Interview with Matt Stait - Insights on Training

Ep. 024 - Interview with Matt Stait - Insights on Training

A very interesting interview with Matt Stait, a martial artist with abundant real world and competitive experience. We c... Read more

31 Jul 2019

53mins

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Ep. 092 - Training for Reality

Ep. 092 - Training for Reality

I go in depth on the reason aikido training tends to fall short for preparing practitioners for real violence, and some ... Read more

15 Feb 2020

25mins

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Ep. 041 - Tearing Down Aikido's Excuses

Ep. 041 - Tearing Down Aikido's Excuses

Aikido practitioners tend to have a lot of poor excuses and comebacks to criticism. Are some valid or could we do better... Read more

28 Sep 2019

35mins

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Ep. 057 - Steven Seagal and Tenshin Dojo - Interview with Jorge Angulo

Ep. 057 - Steven Seagal and Tenshin Dojo - Interview with Jorge Angulo

An interview with Jorge Angulo, a long time (and current) student of Steven Seagal, sheds more light on the past and pre... Read more

16 Nov 2019

52mins

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Ep. 051 - Aikido's Problem About Reality

Ep. 051 - Aikido's Problem About Reality

Facing some of the main criticisms about aikido not being practical, which are based in the lack of reality in training.... Read more

1 Nov 2019

17mins

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Ep 084 - BOMBSHELL! Mitsuteru Ueshiba's Letter from the Aikikai

Ep 084 - BOMBSHELL! Mitsuteru Ueshiba's Letter from the Aikikai

Thoughts on the letter recently sent out by the Aikikai, and the ramifications of it.For more information about Spirit A... Read more

21 Jan 2020

18mins

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Ep. 054 - Steven Seagal and Tenshin Aikido - Interview with Jaime Calderon

Ep. 054 - Steven Seagal and Tenshin Aikido - Interview with Jaime Calderon

A interview with Jaime Calderon sensei to clarify information provided in my interview with Lenny Sly sensei.For more in... Read more

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Ep. 076 - Aikido and Self-Defense

Ep. 076 - Aikido and Self-Defense

Aikido's relationship with self-defense, and its identity as a martial art. I also cover my experience with cross traini... Read more

30 Dec 2019

13mins

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Ep. 069 - Traits of an Outstanding Teacher

Ep. 069 - Traits of an Outstanding Teacher

Thoughts on what makes a superb teacher.For more information about Spirit Aikido Online:http://spiritaikido.com/spiritai... Read more

13 Dec 2019

16mins

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Ep. 085 - The Holy Grail of Learning: Deep Practice

Ep. 085 - The Holy Grail of Learning: Deep Practice

Making the most out of your practice time is a benefit to students. Being able to do this as an instructor will make you... Read more

24 Jan 2020

13mins

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Ep. 064 - Why Do Organizations Suck?

Ep. 064 - Why Do Organizations Suck?

An examination of why martial arts organizations are more detrimental than they are helpful to the arts they are suppose... Read more

2 Dec 2019

25mins

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Ep. 010 - Different Styles of Aikido

Ep. 010 - Different Styles of Aikido

Does aikido have different styles? There are different organizations and interpretations of aikido.1950's film "Aikido -... Read more

16 Jun 2019

13mins

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Ep. 033 - What Is Lineage and Is Lineage Important?

Ep. 033 - What Is Lineage and Is Lineage Important?

Aikido is often referred to by the lineage of your instructor. Today's podcast covers this topic.

1 Sep 2019

8mins

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Ep. 058 - Ki Power - What Is It Exactly?

Ep. 058 - Ki Power - What Is It Exactly?

Ki is an integral aspect of aikido, but there is great confusion about what exactly it is.For more information about Spi... Read more

19 Nov 2019

19mins

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Ep. 044 - Atemi: Conversation with Robert Van Valkenburgh - Part 2

Ep. 044 - Atemi: Conversation with Robert Van Valkenburgh - Part 2

A conversation with Robert Van Valkenburgh of Kogen Dojo about atemi (striking) in aikido.

8 Oct 2019

41mins

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