Best Nelson Fitzgerald Podcasts (2024)

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Belgian Bruce Lee Mark Stas Interview 12:23

4h ago12:23

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The Belgian Bruce Lee talks with Andrew Staton direct from the UK Martial Arts Show 2023 He reveals; How Bruce Lee inspired him to start training? How did he pioneer training on his own? How did he find his way into movies? As a teenager, Sifu Mark Stas started his martial arts training alone in his room, before joining his first ‘official’ course …

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#122 Hamish McArthur — His Surprising Path To Olympic Success, The Right Kind of Motivation, BTS at Paris 2024, Advice To Young Hamish, and Handling Danger and Death 1:45:25

23m ago1:45:25

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If you watched the Paris Olympics then you remember Hamish McArthur’s stand out performance to secure an incredible 5th place finish. Hamish had already stood atop World Cup podiums and won Youth Worlds, but his Olympic showing was a clear level up. In this episode Hamish shares what changed for him in the year leading up to the Olympics and how it…

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MMA to Bareknuckle: LT 'Smash' Nelson’s Brutal Fight Style 1:02:33

1h ago1:02:33

1:02:33

In this electrifying episode of the World of Martial Arts Show, Mick Tully sits down with the indomitable LT "Smash" Nelson, a name synonymous with bare-knuckle boxing excellence. Join us as we delve deep into the world of combat sports with a fighter who is not only a world champion but also a visionary in martial arts instruction. LT Smash Nelson…

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#121 Matt Fultz — BIG MOVES small crimps, Long Term Projecting, Video Analysis, Hardest Board Climbs, Throwing Away His Scale, and How He Coaches on OTG 1:51:26

22m ago1:51:26

1:51:26

You’ve heard of Matt Fultz, but you may not realize just how amazing Matt is. He’s climbed eight V16’s. 8. Eight! By the way, two of them are rarely repeated and recognized as some of the hardest in the world (Hypnotized Minds and Big Z). He’s FA’d 7 climbs V15 and up, including 2 V15’s in one day!! We’re pretty sure that’s a world’s first, but who…

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Episode 33- Mark Fitzgerald 53:30

16h ago53:30

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In this episode, I speak with Mark Fitzgerald. Mark is a former NHL Strength and Conditioning Coach who is also a business owner. He is the founder of Elite Training Systems in Ontario and is currently based in Kelowna, BC. I hope you enjoy!

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#120 Alvaro Rangel — Coaching Team USA at the Olympics, Not Saying ‘Strong’, The Most Important Skill, Making Finals vs Semi’s, Case Studies, and The Future of Comp Climbing 2:33:21

23m ago2:33:21

2:33:21

Alvaro Rangel, Al, is back on the podcast after 2+ years! Al was one of the first guests and one of the best. The last podcast we did was incredible, but somehow Al managed to top it with today’s episode. He is the founder and head coach of Team Class 5 in San Diego, CA. Al is also part of the Team USA coaching staff and supports the team at World …

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#119 Melina Costanza — Elite Mental Training and Performance, Look Good Feel Good Play Good, Getting Hooked on The Outdoors, and The Nuances of Eating As a Top Athlete 2:23:34

8d ago2:23:34

2:23:34

Melina Costanza is an 8x US National Champion. Sometimes as a youth, sometimes as a collegiate, sometimes in Open, sometimes in bouldering, sometimes in lead, sometimes both. Yes, last year at Open Nationals (2023) she won both Bouldering and Lead. She is set to compete in the 2024 Open Nationals coming up in a week, so after you listen to this pod…

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Episode 32- Jeff Cubos 35:59

18d ago35:59

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In this episode, I speak with Jeff Cubos. Jeff is a Sports Specialist Chiropractor and a Strength and Conditioning Coach. Jeff holds a private practice in Spruce Grove, Albeta and he works with the Edmonton Oilers. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#118 Ward Byrum — Setting Climbs For Tens of Thousands of Climbers, What Makes A Climb Good, Indoor vs Outdoor Grades, and What A ‘Testpiece’ is at Movement Gyms 2:20:27

14d ago2:20:27

2:20:27

Ward Byrum is the Director of Routesetting for all Movement gyms in the East Region. Yes, that Movement. The biggest climbing gym chain in America and probably the world. That means that Ward and his team decide what the climbing will be like for thousands of climbers. Scratch that, ten’s of thousands of climbers. It might even be hundreds of thous…

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#117 Tom Randall — How Fit Climbers Get Strong and Strong Climbers Get Fit, Founding Lattice Training and How It’s Evolved, Why Recovery On Route Is So Important, and What Separates the Good from the Great ... 2:15:58

28d ago2:15:58

2:15:58

Tom Randall is an iconic climber and founder. You might know him as one of the Wide Boyz, as one of the founders of Lattice Training, as a high level coach, or for his 5.14 Trad FA’s or even his FA of the worlds hardest crack boulder, aptly named “The Kraken” [V13]. Ya, Tom’s done it all, and has helped the best in the world do it even better. In t…

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BRUCE LEE, BULLETS & KATANAS!!! Movie Interviews 13:22

18d ago13:22

13:22

Lights, Camera, Action! Dive into the World of Spanish Martial Arts Cinema with Nacho Serapio and Alberto Hidalgo. In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the immense pleasure of speaking with two incredible talents from the Spanish film industry, Nacho and Alberto. Both martial arts champions and now rising stars in the world of action cinema…

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Episode 31- Scott Livingston 1:07:29

1M ago1:07:29

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In this episode, I speak with Scott Livingston. Scott is a former NHL Athletic Therapist and Strength and Conditioning Coach, a podcast host, and a Master in Reconditioning. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#116 David Fitzgerald — A Big Zeason [V16], Lucid Dreaming [V15+], His Breakthrough On How To Approach Hard Projects, Creating Hits with Highpoint Productions, and Editing 101 2:00:15

23d ago2:00:15

2:00:15

David Fitzgerald is back after an absolutely incredible season. Dave was previously on for Testpiece Episode #55, a total fan favorite. Last season Dave had a list of climbs in different styles to tackle. Tierrany, a V14 endurance bloc in Yosemite. Equanimity, a V15 ultra tech testpiece in Tahoe. Lucid Dreaming, the V15+ straight forward power prob…

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STICK FIGHTING GURU John Harvey 16:03

1M ago16:03

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KARATE TO KALI STICK FIGHTING GURU John Harvey Explore the Inspiring Martial Arts Journey of John Harvey In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with John Harvey, a martial artist whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. From a chance encounter with a karate academy in King's Cross, London, to becoming a world champion in…

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#115 Garrett Gregor — Olympic Head Routesetter, BTS of Elite Competitive Setting, Grades of the Olympic Climbs, and Do Setters Control the Outcome? 2:26:33

1M ago2:26:33

2:26:33

Garrett Gregor was the head routesetter for the Paris Olympics boulders! That’s all you need to know. Just stop reading this description and start listening now. Garrett is also an accomplished competitor, placing as high as 4th at Nationals, an experienced coach at the legendary Team ABC, and did we mention he’s an elite routesetter?! IFSC Level 5…

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Episode 30- Andrew Alberts 40:20

2M ago40:20

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In this episode, I speak with Andrew Alberts. Andrew is a former NHL player and is currently the Hockey Development Director at Sense Arena. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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BRUCE LEE TO BAUTISTA!!! Martial Arts to Hollywood!!! Action Star LEE CHARLES 24:30

1M ago24:30

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Lee Charles' story is a testament to the power of passion and dedication. Growing up, Lee was introduced to martial arts through the legendary Bruce Lee. His parents showed him Bruce Lee's films, and young Lee was instantly captivated. He immersed himself in martial arts, starting with Shotokan Karate and later transitioning to Wushu, thanks to a f…

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#114 Tyler Nelson — How Personal Morphology Affects Climbing Performance, Specificity, Unlevel Edges, Talon Grip, and Tim Gabbett’s Paradox 2:13:19

1M ago2:13:19

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Dr. Tyler Nelson is the founder of Camp 4 Human Performance, a company focused on bringing the principles of sport science to climbing. Tyler is focused on being a cutting edge resource for training and rehabilitation of climbers. This means he is always knee deep in research papers from all sorts of sports and asking how we might apply those lesso…

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BRUCE LEE to WING CHUN WARRIOR Peter Mogridge 23:59

1M ago23:59

23:59

A Martial Arts Odyssey from Bruce Lee to Wing Chun Mastery In this captivating episode, Peter Mogridge talks to Andrew Staton at the Doncaster UK Martial Arts Show. Peter, a seasoned martial artist with decades of experience, shares his incredible journey from being inspired by Bruce Lee to becoming a Wing Chun master under Grandmaster Samuel Kwok.…

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#113 Kevin Brown — Literally Everything Your Ever Wanted To Know About Chalk, Founding Friction Labs, Skin Farming, and How To Make Sure You Are Getting The Best Friction On Holds 1:25:20

1M ago1:25:20

1:25:20

This is the episode to learn everything about one of, if not the, most important parts of our climbing kit — chalk! The real topic here is how to maximize friction between your hands and the holds, which is crucial for sending your hardest. Kevin Brown joins the pod and goes deep on the science of how to get the best friction on holds. He talks abo…

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BATMAN TO BRUCE LEE: George Fitzgerald's Martial Arts Journey 33:50

2M ago33:50

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BATMAN TO BRUCE LEE: George Fitzgerald's Martial Arts Journey George Fitzgerald: A Martial Arts Journey from Batman to Bruce Lee In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with George Fitzgerald, a seasoned martial artist whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. From his early days of being inspired by Batman and Bruce Lee t…

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Episode 29- Liane Blyn 38:00

2M ago38:00

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In this episode, I speak with Liane Blyn. Coach Blyn is the Director of Olympic Sports at Arizona State University. She is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Men's Hockey Team. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#112 Paris 2024 Olympics — Professional Climber and Coach Tim Kang on The Results, The Routesetting, The Grades, and The Future of Competitions 2:06:24

2M ago2:06:24

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Professional climber, coach, routesetter, and frequent Testpiece podcast guest, Tim Kang, is on the pod this week to share his thoughts about the Paris 2024 Olympics. Tim may be best known for his highball ascents that culminated in the film Focus, but Tim is also a seasoned competition climber with multiple World Cups under his belt. Tim loves com…

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ECLECTIC MARTIAL ARTIST!!! Shaun Boland 19:09

2M ago19:09

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Shaun Boland, a renowned martial artist talks to Andrew Staton, and takes us on an enlightening journey into the philosophies and martial arts that shaped his life. Shaun was Chao Phraya Muay Thai academy's chief instructor and founder in Cambridgeshire & Lincolnshire. He has been training in the martial arts since 1973 competing in boxing, judo, T…

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#111 Tom O’Halloran — How To Do Hard Moves, Using Boards To Climb Better Outside, Toes Knees Hips, Taping Correctly, and What The Olympics Are Like 2:23:48

2M ago2:23:48

2:23:48

Tom O’Halloran is arguably the best climber in Australia. He’s an Olympian, he’s climbed 15a and v14, and done FA’s nearly up to those grades as well. But the reason we wanted to have him on the podcast is because of the amazing YouTube content he puts out. He dives into the nuances of hard climbing in a way that actually helps people climb hard. T…

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Episode 28- PJ Atherton 31:04

3M ago31:04

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In this episode, I speak with PJ Atherton. PJ is a former professional hockey player and NCAA Hockey champion. He is the owner and founder of Atherton Hockey. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#110 Ethan Salvo — Lessons From Climbing The Hardest Climb in Squamish [TWICE?!], Internal Vs External Motivations, and Transcending Grades 1:48:11

2M ago1:48:11

1:48:11

Ethan Salvo is back on the podcast! Ethan's first episode (linked here) was a fan favorite so when Josh visited Squamish for a few days they met up do an impromptu live/in-person recording. Since the last recording, Ethan has climbed arguably the hardest climb in Squamish, The Singularity. The experience he had on it was fascinating and made him qu…

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#109 Noah & Benn Wheeler — The World’s Hardest Campus Move, Most Difficult Board Climbs, FA’ing V12 On 1st Day Outdoors, and How This Generation Sees The Future 2:11:36

3M ago2:11:36

2:11:36

Noah Wheeler and Benn Wheeler represent the next generation of climbers. At 21 and 19, they are some of the strongest board climbers in the world and their styles reflect that. They also are bring a unique point of view to the world of climbing content with their YouTube channel, Wheel Rock. These brothers have climbed up to V16 outdoors, FA’d up V…

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Episode 27- Nelson Ayotte 50:43

3M ago50:43

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In this episode, I speak with Nelson Ayotte. Nelson is the former High Performance Director of the Columbus Blue Jackets and he is the former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Saint Louis Blues. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#108 AJ [Alex Johnson] — 20 Years At The Top, The Evolution Of Climbing, Coaching Top Athletes, Climbing Drills, and Returning From A Major Injury 1:59:27

3M ago1:59:27

1:59:27

AJ has been competing at the highest level for decades. She has won multiple Bouldering World Cups and she climbs just as hard outdoors with her iconic send of The Swarm (v13/14) in Bishop which was recently featured in Reel Rock. AJ also coaches some of the top up and coming Youth Athletes (one of her athletes recently won Nationals), through her …

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WHEN SH*T HITS THE FAN Military Martial Arts 1:19:21

3M ago1:19:21

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WHEN SH*T HITS THE FAN Military Martial Arts Martial Arts Unveiled: The Realities of Conflict Management and Self-Defence In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the intricate world of martial arts with a focus on conflict management and self-defence. Our guests, Chris Chandler and Michael from the PolArm Academy, bring a wealth of expe…

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#107 Drew Ruana — Thinking Long Term, Grading The Hardest Blocs, Working Weaknesses, 3 Common Plateaus and How to Get Through Them 2:10:57

3M ago2:10:57

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Drew Ruana is one of the strongest boulders in the world. Period. He over a hundred V14+ sends, and lots of then are V16. While some other climbers may have that amount of blocs under their belt, no one has accumulated this many in such a short time. Drew goes into his infamous “Send Colorado” journey, which is his goal to send all V14 and up bould…

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Episode 26- Anthony Donskov 28:55

4M ago28:55

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In this episode, I speak with Anthony Donskov. Anthony is the founder of Donskov Strength and Conditioning in Columbus, Ohio. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#106 Felipe Camargo — An Unlikely Path To The Top, Finding Mentors, Training Hard By Yourself, Establishing Next Level Routes in Brazil, and Giving Back 1:36:36

3M ago1:36:36

1:36:36

Felipe Camargo is one of the top climbers in our sport with sends up to 9b and V15. That’s impressive… But what’s more impressive is that he began climbing Brazil where there was no professional climbers, no routes past 8b+, and no modern training facilities. Felipe managed to send the iconic 50m 9a+ Papichulo by mainly training on a 3x3m spray wal…

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#105 Tim Kang — Going All In, The Most Important Moments for Growth, Embracing What Others Won’t, and The Difference Between Good and Great 2:07:50

4M ago2:07:50

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Tim Kang is a frequent guest on the podcast, but now you get to hear him do a more typical interview. Tim is a professional climber and coach that has competed at the World Cup level, won a Psicobloc competition, climbed v14 and 5.14d, but he is best known for his daring sends of the wildest highballs in Bishop which culminated in the popular film …

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Episode 25- Brian Bott 49:32

4M ago49:32

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In this episode, I speak with Brian Bott. Brian is the owner and day to day operational manage of Sports Advantedge and Edge Baseball. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#104 Greg Loh — Bouldering Pioneer, World’s Best Spotter, Belief Over Everything, Epic Midnight Lightning Story, Designing The 5.10 Dragons, and What Makes A Climber GREAT 2:20:47

4M ago2:20:47

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Greg Loh was one of the strongest boulders in the world during the mid 90’s and early 00’s. He traveled all over the world putting up FA’s of V13+ and climbing with the best. He competed in WC’s, the X-Games, and even won Nationals twice for speed climbing. He is known for being one of the first people who truly embraced bouldering as a discipline …

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#103 T&J — The Opposite Of Flow, Woods and Wheelers, Keeping Your Feet On, and Respect Every Climb[er] 1:58:08

4M ago1:58:08

1:58:08

Entitlement is the opposite of flow and perhaps the most damaging frame to have over the long term in your climbing. This can come from training, previous sends, or comp placement. Hear stories about Daniel Woods and other pro-climbers who have avoided this frame. And hear from Tim Kang and Josh Horsley about how they coach others and themselves to…

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Unified Fighting Systems JEET KUNE DO!!! 56:42

4M ago56:42

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Unified Fighting Systems Jeet Kune Do!!! Step into the World of Martial Arts with Andy Gibney In the latest episode, we had the immense pleasure of hosting Andy Gibney, a seasoned martial artist whose journey is as captivating as it is inspiring. From the early influences of television heroes like Roger Moore in "The Saint" to the legendary Bruce L…

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Episode 24- Ricky Bronwell 40:15

5M ago40:15

40:15

In this episode, I speak with Philadelphia Flyers Head Equipment Manager, Ricky Bronwell. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#102 The Tension Crew — Ultimate Board Climbing Deep Dive, History of Boards, Best Board Practices, Training on Boards, The Future of Boards, and Undeniable Vibes 2:26:24

4M ago2:26:24

2:26:24

We love board climbing. And if you do too, or even if you are just board curious, this episode it for you. The history of boards, board training, board ethics, board best practices, the future of boards. BOARDS!! This was a special in person recording in Colorado with part of the Tension Climbing crew (Will Anglin, Michael Rosato, and Quinn Spadafo…

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#101 Dave Burleson — How To Be A Pro Climber, What Pro’s Actually Earn, The Tension Between Passion And Professionalism, and Contract Negotiation 101 2:31:11

4M ago2:31:11

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Dave Burleson is one of the top agents for professional climbers. He's part of Reppa Athlete Managment that represents athletes like Sean Bailey, Nathaniel Coleman, Nina Williams, Jesse Grupper… the list goes on, but all of them have been on the podcast so we put them here first! Before being an agent, Dave worked at the iconic brands Petzl and The…

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THINK LIKE BRUCE LEE!!! Chris Kent Reveals All 53:12

5M ago53:12

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Unlocking Bruce Lee's Mindset: A Journey with Chris Kent Have you ever wondered what it takes to think like Bruce Lee? Chris Kent, a renowned martial artist and Jeet Kune Do (JKD) expert in conversation with Andrew Staton, takes us on an enlightening journey into the philosophies and mental strategies that shaped Bruce Lee's life. This episode is a…

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Episode 23- Greg Carvel 52:07

5M ago52:07

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In this episode, I speak with Greg Carvel. Greg is the Head Coach of the UMass Minutemen Men's Hockey team. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#100 T&J — The Simple Path To Being Great, The Real Role Of Strength, Dealing With Tweaky Moves, Moonboard 2024, Amazing Media Drops, and Skin Farming 2:03:49

5M ago2:03:49

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Episode #100!!!! Thank you all for the support. What a journey it’s been. This episode was an absolute banger that encapsulates a lot of the Testpiece message. Tim and Josh break down the ‘Simple’ path that the best climbers follow to being great. And then they detail the appropriate role that strength plays in this path. They also go over the late…

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JKD Mindpower!!! Lak Loi Interview 52:27

5M ago52:27

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JKD MINDPOWER!!! Lak Loi Interview Lak Loi talks to interviewer Andrew Staton about how he discovered the MIND POWER in JKD; Dive into the inspiring journey of Lak Loi, a Jeet Kune Do instructor from London. Discover how Bruce Lee's philosophy transformed his life and led him to teach mental and spiritual cultivation. Don't miss this episode! #mart…

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#99 Nina Williams — Off Route While Free Soloing, The Ultimate Confidence, Being a Professional on Instagram, and The Medium Is The Message 1:49:54

5M ago1:49:54

1:49:54

Nina Williams pushes the limits in every discipline of climbing there is… comps, bouldering, highball bouldering, big wall, sport climbing, and even free soloing. In this episode she takes us through a harrowing experience she had while free soloing the Casual Route of the Diamond, a multi pitch 5.10. Nina ended up off route during the climb and th…

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Episode 22- Jacob Newton 45:53

5M ago45:53

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In this episode, I speak with Jacob Newton. Jacob is a Mental Performance and Emotional Control Coach. I hope you enjoy!By Sean Skahan

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#98 T&J — Your Heroes Are Human, 2 Traits The BEST Climbers Have, Honnold Says The Quiet Thing Out Loud, and Tim Tells Josh His Biggest Mistake 1:56:05

5M ago1:56:05

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Tim Kang was just in SLC for the World Cup and NACS. He got to watch and session with some of the best climbers in the world. Hear from Tim what his major takeaways were that can help you too. SHOW NOTES: Honnold’s Comments About Competitions and $ Petzl Roc Trip James-Caro Wedding Present Support the show Support us on Patreon: HERE Visit our podc…

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HOLLYWOOD JKD SUPREMO!!! 1:19:57

6M ago1:19:57

1:19:57

HOLLYWOOD JKD SUPREMO!!! Amazing Ron Balicki JKD Martial Arts & Movie Legend reveals all from the frontline of training, stunting and performing in Hollywood, Los Angeles to movie specialist Andrew Staton about; What's it like being in STAR WARS as a Tuscan Raider? What is Diana Inosanto doing in the STAR WARS world? How did their kids react to see…

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