

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

Jan 27, 2022 • 50min
John Terry – Black Belt Leadership – Ep47
John Terry is a certified speaker, trainer and coach. He is a best selling author and in-demandinternational public speaker. He is an Executive Director and Presidents Advisory Council Memberwith the John Maxwell Team. He is a certified human behavior consultant, a Real-Life ManagementMaster Trainer and an Accredited Emotional Intelligence Coach & Practioner. He is also a life long martial artist. I hope you enjoy his story.
IMAC Home – IMACUSA
Black Belt Leadership – Black Belt Leadership (beablackbeltleader.com)
Be a Black Belt Leader • A podcast on Anchor
USMAHOF Home – USMAHOF (unitedstatesmartialartshalloffame.com)
Amazon.com: John Terry: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle

Jan 20, 2022 • 53min
Ando – Podcast Host Sensei Ando – Ep46
Ando has been a martial artist most of his life. He lived and worked in Los Angeles for 28 years and relocated this past summer to Raleigh, NC. He is married with no kids.
I hope you enjoy his story.
Welcome – Sensei Ando Mierzwa

Jan 13, 2022 • 45min
Cynthia Rothrock – The Lady Dragon – Ep45
Cynthia is a true legend in the world of martial arts. She is an undefeated champion winning over 100 competitions. She has been on the cover of numerous magazines. She has starred in over 60 movies. I hope you enjoy her story.
https://www.cynthiarothrockofficial.com/
Cynthia Rothrock – IMDb
Black Belt Theater | Jungo Plus

Jan 6, 2022 • 58min
Stephen Koepfer – Stunt Performer & Technical Advisor – Ep44
Since childhood he dreamed of working in film and television; even attending filmmaking campin his youth. As he grew older he continued with filmmaking. At first with an old super 8 camera ofhis father’s and later with modern digital technology. After high school, he focused onvisual art, he earned his BFA in the School of Visual Arts on a full scholarship, and his Master’sDegree from Hofstra University.
He was a technical advisor on the series “The Human Weapon”, as a stunt performer he has worked onJohn Wick Chapters 2 & 3, The Blacklist, The Punisher and more. I hope you enjoy his story.
Breakfall Studios
New York MMA (Feature Documentary, 2011) on Vimeo
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkoepfer/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3554691/bio
Watch New York Combat Sambo Streaming Channel Online | Vimeo On Demand on Vimeo
(1) Breakfall Studios | Facebook
(1) New York Combat Sambo | Facebook

Dec 30, 2021 • 47min
Dana Sheets – Washington Karate Academy – Ep43
After working for a decade in documentary film, her current day job is in communications at the National Institutes of Health—doing her best to help new knowledge about health make it out into the world where it can be useful.
On the family front, she’s the proud mother of a son who trains in Japanese Kendo and creates anime music videos and a proud wife of almost 25 years.
Dana Sheets is a principal instructor and co-owner of the Washington Karate Academy in Washington D.C.
Washington Karate Academy – Karate School, Martial Arts, Karate (wkadojo.com)

Dec 23, 2021 • 49min
Ron Van Clief – The Black Dragon – Ep42
Ron Van Clief is a Marine & Vietnam veteran, A former NYC Transit Police Officer.He is an author, film choreographer and actor.He is a 5 time World Champion and 15 Time All American Champion.in 1994 at the age of 51 he competed in UFC #4 against Royce Gracie. I hope you enjoy his story.
The Black Dragon – Ron Van Clief (blackdragonfan.com)
https://www.ronvanclief.com/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0885885/

Dec 16, 2021 • 49min
Jessie Bowen – Who’s Who in the Martial Arts – Ep41
Jessie Bowen is an author, public speaker & podcaster. He founded KarateInternational Durhamin 1980.. He has promoted over400 students to Black Belt. Hewas one of the first martial arts instructors to integrate martial arts into sportswith UNC football in the mid 80’s. He has been recognized by organizationsthroughout the country for his contributions in the martial arts.
https://www.whoswhointhemartialarts.com/
https://lp.zenmindbodymeditationformartialarts.com/?fbclid=IwAR2kX9SeKmsDMT1Boj1-HA2dBiu8JgmvqLyzJrYSMJRTq-Brl85WCdBXj3k
https://www.coachjessiebowensonlinestore.com/?fbclid=IwAR1ZyG593cL9MbrEkJ-XTG_EIlxBgE9nMcgXx-aCdgCoyBuJ4MPrIljLUNM
Jessie Bowen, Life & Buisness Coach

Dec 9, 2021 • 46min
Joe Corley – Kickboxer and Founder of the Battle of Atlanta – Ep40
Joe Corley is an American karate and kickboxing competitor, instructor, broadcaster and promoter who helped achieve the success of the Professional Karate Association and the early establishment of professional in the United States.
https://www.facebook.com/PKA-Associated-Schools-Members-1160343604130897/
PKAJoecorley@gmail.com

Dec 2, 2021 • 41min
Sean Kanan – Star of Karate Kid 3 – Ep39
My guest today is an actor, comedian, author, entrepreneur and a martial artist. My listeners will definitely remember his iconic role as Mike Barnes in Karate Kid III. I hope you enjoy his story.
WAY OF THE COBRA – UNLEASH YOUR INNER BAD ASS
Sean Kanan – IMDb
*Check out the new Ted Talk by Sean – How to be the hero of your own story | Sean Kanan | TEDxSouthlake

Nov 25, 2021 • 44min
David Liban – Looking For Mr. Miyagi – Ep38
David Liban is a Chair and Associate Professor of Film & Television atThe University of Colorado Denver. Not only did he come back to martial arts after a very long break, he decided to put himself out there and make a very inspiring documentary about it. I hope you enjoy his story.
David Liban – IMDb
Watch Looking for Mr. Miyagi – Free Movies | Tubi (tubitv.com)


