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In service to securing your liberty and the security of a free state! A former cop and military combat veteran examines samurai related martial arts, personal empowerment, and the principles of political economy as a path to liberation.
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Optimize the mind-body system to find freedom in the world! Discusses practices for improving health, fitness, resilience, and physical preparedness in daily life. Diet, exercise, and a morning routine are explored alongside Japanese Shugendo, meditation, purification rituals, and martial arts. The importance of embracing paradoxes with equanimity,…
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Michael McKay, inventor of the GravityPal inversion table and author of two books, discusses the Terrain versus Virus theories of sickness and health. He describes a new paradigm for physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness using specific modalities and programs that have helped him recover from chronic illness, fatigue, and other injuries. More…
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The Way of the Warrior is found in death and it eventually comes for everyone. This is why The Stoics used the phrase ‘memento mori’ to keep the inevitability of death present in mind. An awareness of death reminds us to appreciate life, to be careful in small matters, and recognize that our time on earth is limited and, therefore, precious. Learni…
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What does Will Smith slapping Chris Rock have to do with the 47 Ronin, Alexander Hamilton, or Miyamoto Musashi? There’s a common thread weaving between these historical conflicts that presents lessons on how principled warriors should settle interpersonal disputes. A free society, characterized by private property and contract based law, demands st…
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An interview with the Lizard News Network on a variety of topics ranging from political corruption, drug cartels, Big Pharma and alternative remedies to respiratory infection, Hollywood hypocrisy, and the possibility of lizard people running the world. It’s a bit of a wild rider. Enjoy. Lizard News Network: lizardnewsnetwork.buzzsprout.com Take 15%…
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James Santagata is the founder of Impact EQ and Silicon Edge, two training companies focused on empowering individuals and organizations with the physical, philosophical, and psychological advantages to prevail in every area of business and life. James takes a classic ‘business is war’ approach, and his extensive experience in Japan and training in…
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Professor Jason Morgan, of Reitaku University in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, joins us to discuss his article on how private security is insufficient to secure a free state, how security providers like the samurai, the Praetorian Guard, and the Pinkertons tend to transform into statist nuisances, and why a popular militia of armed citizens, trained in …
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Bitcoin’s increasing popularity is invoking calls for its suppression, with some calling it a threat to US national security that undermines the dollar. Yet, what are the characteristics and uses of sound money in the first place? What is a government’s role in regulating money when that government is designed to secure liberty in the present and f…
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Dr. Edwin Vieira explains how the Second Amendment, taken in context with the militia clauses of the Constitution, can put an end to modern gun control, while also putting an end to the COVID19 lockdowns. The COVID19 pandemic has revealed gaps in the promise of self-government yet the Constitution already has the solutions. The authorities already …
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Dr. Edwin Vieira discusses how medicine and science can be funded without resort to politically manipulated, technocratic bureaucracies. The COVID19 pandemic has revealed gaps in the promise of self-government yet the Constitution already has the solutions. Leveraging existing authorities to revitalized local institutions, deemed necessary to the s…
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Dr. Edwin Vieira discusses how the policy responses of federal and state officials to COVID19 have exposed the extent technocracy has undermined the republican form of government promised in the United States Constitution, as well as what can be done about it. Notes: everydaysamurai.life/45 Free Language Learning: everydaysamurai.life/rocket…
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Continuing our conversation on physical posture as a means toward mental awareness, martial readiness, and personal success. Body, mind, and breath form a cybernetic loop to reinforce personal empowerment so you can focus on creating what you want in life for yourself, your loved ones, and your community. Posture, in combination with tactical breat…
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Physical posture is much more than bodily arrangement. Posture impacts physical health, mental awareness, and emotional attitude, as well as martial readiness. Proper posture is essential to securing your liberty because it is the common thread between mind, body, spirit, and the body of all your affairs. Posture is fundamental to samurai related m…
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James Williams Sensei of Nami-Ryu Aiki Heiho continues to discuss the opportunity to demonstrate leadership amidst crisis response. Knowing that the structure of the universe is such that a solution is always embedded within every problem offers a source of hope and a reason to forge ahead in the face of adversity. Show notes: www.everydaysamurai.l…
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James Williams Sensei of Nami-ryu Aiki Heiho explains that crisis response is an opportunity for martial artists to demonstrate leadership, resilience, and clarity despite the hysteria and emotionalism prevalent online and in the mockingbird media. Shownotes: www.everydaysamurai.life/41 Fitness: www.everydaysamurai.life/primal…
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Those looking to secure Second Amendment gun rights as well as a libertarian strategy, an actual plan for practical implementation to restore liberty, should look to the works of Dr. Edwin Vieira for Constitutional principles and legal authorities already available to radically decentralize and put the power of purse and sword at the most local lev…
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James Williams Sensei of Nami Ryu Aiki Heiho shares his path from boxer to teacher of samurai tradition to elite special operations units. Nami-ryu Aiki Heiho and affiliated dojo: https://www.namiryu.com/ Williams Sensei on the Eye and the Mind: https://www.systemofstrategy.com/blogs/news/112407494-the-eye-and-the-mind Special Mission Knives by Sen…
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The so-called deep state has leftist roots aiming at the centralization and control of political power. This manifests as decision-making authority of financial resources and private property at the expense of personal liberty. All states tend to become deep by the very nature of bureaucracy, which is inherently plagued by the failures of socialism…
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Rather than focusing on doomsday insurgencies against tyranny, like a recent ammo.com article described, it’s more skillful to use the Constitutional prescription for the security of a free state. It’s time to change the narrative on the use of arms in a just society, particularly to curtail the designs of rogue officials. In this, pragmatic strate…
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Today we go to the heart of the political-economic problems confronting the United States, and the world for that matter, to find Constitutional solutions scholar-warriors can implement and seize the initiative. Based on an article by Dr. Edwing Vieira Read the show notes at www.everydaysamurai.life/28 Fitness: www.everydaysamurai.life/progress Min…
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A violent encounter caught on film against a female police officer getting a gun stuck in her face reveals deep lessons for warrior-scholars advancing liberty. Strategy and tactics, based on the universal and scientific principles of natural law, for the security of a free state, are informed by the principles of political economy. Meditation: http…
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Criminal tragedies in the first minutes of the New Year 2019, reinforce the seriousness of conflict in the real world. Securing life, liberty, and property requires training founded upon reality, where consequences matter not only for individuals but society as a whole. In 1928, Kenji Tomiki wrote a letter expressing the superiority of aikijujutsu …
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Ascribing human qualities to abstractions, like society and the resulting yet illogical social contract theory, opens the door to corruption and abuse. Countering these fallacies with the Precision Model of thinking demands specificity and affords greater understanding to everyone involved. The evolution of law, justice, and governance also require…
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While somewhat helpful, creating a vision of a more secure and prosperous world requires more than mere slogans. It requires knowing what, exactly, to defend. Leaving these definitions unclear only invites corruption and the perversion of law. There is a way to clarity. Listen to find out. Logo gear: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/logo Free 2 wee…
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We can learn from tragedy and incorporate unfortunate lessons into our greater situational awareness that creates the space necessary to apply technique. This also requires a legal environment that supports individual dignity, based on scientific law. Logo gear: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/logo Meditation: https://www.everydaysamurai.life/zen1…
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Real progress comes through deliberate human action working with natural resources to produce life-enhancing goods. This requires a legal environment that protects private property, repels invasions, and values individual initiative. Samurai leader Hojo Tokimune defended Japan from the Mongol horde, yet died tragically from Tuberculosis. New logo g…
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Samurai martial systems are relevant to those who would protect liberty today. Training needs to be practical not only for self-defense but for the rule of law and the evolution of human well-being. Get our bonus training guide with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Meditation: www.everydaysamurai.life/zen12 Yoga: www.everydaysamu…
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The purpose of a commonwealth is to protect a community’s resources and communal solutions are identical to private property for individuals. This is the baseline for higher human flourishing, validated by Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Get our bonus training guide with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Meditation: www.everydaysamur…
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Swords in the hands of, all, men are so that none would be slaves. Contrary to “gun control” advocates, the Second Amendment is actually for the security of a Free State. Find out how to turn their ignorance into liberty’s victory! Get our bonus training guide with any tactical pen: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life Unlock the strength of your hip …
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Studying samurai combat systems, focused on edged weapon engagements, cultivates civic virtue, necessary to live a dignified life, & promote a free society. All men have a biological duty and obligation to protect civil order through readiness, awareness, and deliberate action. Get our training guide as a bonus with any tactical pen: https://shop.e…
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Early recognition of human behavior likely to result in hostility or infringement is an essential component of strategic thinking because it allows for neutralizing tactics that minimize destruction of lives and property. See the cycles and spirals of escalation in a whole new way using political economy and history. Pick up a tactical pen and get …
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Recognizing hostile patterns of human behavior is the best way to overcome threats to life, liberty, and property. This is equally true on the individual, communal, and international levels. Find out more about how to develop your awareness and prevail. Pick up a tactical pen and get our training guide as a bonus: https://shop.everydaysamurai.life …
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Myths can entertain or inspire a heroic journey, yet are no way to make policy in a free society. Only reason and fundamental truths can reveal the path to justice. Explore the link from Mars, Thor, Hachiman, and the American Revolution. Learn the only two valid laws needed to live in peace. Pick up a tactical pen and get our training guide as a bo…
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Want to glimpse how the security of a federal republic of Free States could function? See how the Second Amendment can bring about social harmony and resilient, crime-free communities that incorporates the wisdom of Sun Tzu's Art of War, Machiavelli, the founding fathers, and modern political theory. Pick up a tactical pen and get our training guid…
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How can we know the causes & cures of human conflict? Understanding it as a subset of praxeology, leads to clarity unfound in other explanations. Austrian political-economy can then examine the case of Taira No Masakado's 939 rebellion against Japan's central court. Pick up a tactical pen and get our training guide as a bonus: shop.everydaysamurai.…
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Having just met with the Property & Freedom Society of Hans Hoppe, I share my thoughts on law and justice in a free society involving a combination of self-governing militia and private, market-based security providers. Pick up a tactical pen and get our training guide as a bonus: shop.everydaysamurai.life Get into fitness & flexibility: www.everyd…
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There are many forms & tactics in martial arts, yet Technique is something more. Learn the difference and how to optimize your training with this conversation on fundamental skill building for victory in all areas of life. Get a free PDF download out of Igensho: The Book Of Dignity at: www.everydaysamurai.life/dignity Pick up a tactical pen and get…
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A principles-based, systematic approach to discerning human rights is necessary for knowing when to defend them using force. Securing peace & a good life depends upon the science of justice. Get a free PDF download out of Igensho: The Book Of Dignity at: www.everydaysamurai.life/dignity Pick up a tactical pen and get our training guide as a bonus: …
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There is no offense or defense, there is only engagement. Unifying philosophy, skills, and resources in pursuit of policy goals requires an integral approach. Learn how in this talk on the martial art of liberty & dignity. Learn how the components of awareness, readiness, and position empower you to efficiently transcend conflict. Get a free PDF do…
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What is the connection between resources and readiness? Do you know why Sun Tzu talked so much about logistics and calculations? Every warrior needs a basic understanding of economics, the science of cause & effect in the material world. Your security depends upon it! Get a free PDF download out of Igensho: The Book Of Dignity at: www.everydaysamur…
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