Everyday Martial Artist

Glenn is a Associate Professor at North Dakota State University with a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics. He also is one of only 134 people to receive the rank of Black Belt from legendary instructor Ralph Castro in the art that he founded. I hope you enjoy his story. Ralph Castro’s Shaolin Kenpo Black Belts

Shawn is a speaker, trainer, podcaster, author and a Marine. He is a international expert in dramatically improving the performance and profitability of organizations. Shawn has also been studying martial arts for most of his life. I hope you enjoy his story. Bulletproof Selling – Systemizing Sales Success (bulletproof-selling.com) Shawn Rhodes, Speaker And Business Systems Engineer | Shawn Rhodes: Speaking, Sales Systems And Pivoting With Change (shoshinconsulting.com)

Mary completed the Groundlings’ core improvisation program and graduated from the Conservatory Program at Second City Hollywood. She has also trained at the Guthrie Theater and performed with Comedy Sportz in Minneapolis. She enjoys playing a wide range of characters in both comedic and dramatic roles, frequently cast in roles that require a high aptitude for physical comedy. She has also been a professional stunt person and of course a martial artist. Check the links below for more info and enjoy her story. http://imdb.me/marykarcz Mary Karcz – Mary Karcz And here is the rappelling she talked about (about 7:24 mark) Project Glass: Live Demo At Google I/O – YouTube

Jonathan Pritchard is a public speaker, trainer, mentalist, author, podcaster and talks about what he calls Strategic Laziness. He is also a martial artist. Check out the links below to learn more about Jonathan after you enjoy his story. Jonathan Pritchard ⋆ Mentalist, Speaker, Trainer, and Author https://ELITE.University

Doug works at the University of Rhode Island as a high energy extragalactic astrophysicist with a primary focus on supermassive black holes. He also works on radar tracking of migratory birds in wind farms. Doug also owns a hobby farm where they raise many fruits and vegetables as well as numerous small animals. He has also studied martial arts for over 25 years and holds a 3rd Dan Black Belt in Tang So Do. Enjoy his story.

Dr. Mark Cheng is the creator of K3 Combat Systems. He is an author and a contributing editor for Black Belt Magazine. Mark has been involved in numerous martial arts for most of his life. I hope you enjoy his story. Learn more about Mark on his website. Homepage – Dr Mark Cheng – Move Live Feel Better Here is the book he recommended on the show. Swish of the Kris, the Story of the Moros, Authorized and Enhanced Edition: Hurley, Vic, Harris, Christopher L., Hurley, Vio: 9780615382425: Amazon.com: Books

My guest this week is Melanie Gibson. Melanie is an author, blogger and martial artist. Her blog is called Little Black Belt (link below) and her new book is titled Kicking and Screaming (link below). I hope you enjoy her story. Little Black Belt: a Martial Arts Blog – Life lessons from a Tae Kwon Diva and Master in the making. Amazon.com: Kicking and Screaming: A Memoir of Madness and Martial Arts (9781647420284): Gibson, Melanie D: Books

Michael Dillard literally grew up in the world of martial arts. His father founded Century Martial Arts and Michael is currently the President of Black Belt Magazine and the Vice President of Century. I hope you enjoy his story. Black Belt Magazine Century Martial Arts Supply | Martial Arts Uniforms & Gear | Martial Arts Supplies | Martial Arts Equipment | Punching Bags | Wavemaster | BOB Body Opponent Bag

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)